The Comox Valley is always bustling with opportunities to connect and have fun. From Farmer’s Markets to Poetry Readings at the library, and from music festivals to mountain bike races — here are a few exciting things happening right here in your neighbourhood.

  • National Indigenous People’s Day Celebration

    Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds
    Jenn's Picks

    a fantastic celebration of creative Indigenous artists. Come spend the day honouring the original and current keepers of this land. FREE!

  • David Vest

    Regier Theatre
    Jenn's Picks

    David Vest is a Blues piano player originally from Alabama but currently living in Victoria, BC. In the 1960s he opened for Roy Orbison but he has also shared the stage with Bo Diddley, Duke Ellington and Jimmy Dorsey. Tickets

  • Want Jungle?

    Waverley Hotel
    Jenn's Picks

    Five jungle djs from Montreal and Toronto will be on the decks at the Wave. These are some of the biggest up and coming DJs in the underground dance scene! Tix on Eventbright.

  • Quadra Island Festival of Chamber Music

    Jenn's Picks

    While chamber music is typically classical in style, the real meaning of chamber music is simply a small ensemble that can play in a small room (a chamber). As a result you not only get the beautiful classical pieces but some pretty wacky contemporary stuff too. Quadra Festival Site

  • The James Vickers Band

    40 Knots Winery
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    Gitxaala, Heiltsuk, Haida and UK artist James Vickers is 18 years old but he has been performing since he was 11 years old, including at the Blues Challenge in Memphis. Tickets

  • Jazz Jam

    the Mex Pub 1001 Ryan Rd, Courtenay, BC, Canada
    Jenn's Picks

    The Jazz Jams at the Mex are another great effort to showcase local talent. And we do have some amazing local talent. They now have a suggested donation of $5-20.

  • Pulse in the Plaza: K’omoks Fusion Festival

    Comox Valley Art Gallery
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    CVAG hosts a fun gathering every last Friday of the month in June, July and August. Each one has a special theme. It will be a celebration of Indigenous culture, creativity and community. While it isn’t strictly live music it will include music by Greg Wells and the aforementioned James Vickers. FREE!

  • Mark Woodyard and friends

    Joe King Park Hornby Island, BC, Canada
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    Mark Woodyard has been described as a human jukebox. Sure he spins tunes but he also plays and loops along. Tickets

  • Pride at the Tide

    Tidemark Theatre
    Jenn's Picks

    Celebrate Pride with a multi-disciplinary show. Headlining the night is Queer as Funk! A Vancouver funk and soul collective. Tickets

  • What’s Next

    Jenn's Picks

    This is one of 40 Knots Wine Wednesday events. What’s Next is a high energy, groove heavy party band based in Vancouver, BC. Tickets

  • Exit 30

    Lewis Park Courtenay
    Music

    Exit 30 is a six-piece band from Campbell River blending classic rock, modern covers and original music. First of the Simms Summer Concerts, but in Lewis Park. Free! More Info

  • Canada Day Night Before Concert

    Lewis Park Courtenay
    Dance

    Performances by various community acts, plus the Sean Grieve Committee and Ten Souljers. More Info