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.
Beloved across generations, Fred Penner is a Canadian icon whose warm, engaging performances delight children and adults alike with storytelling, song and a full Canadian heart. Who doesn't love this man! Part of the Comox Signature Concert Series. Free!
Part of the Simms Concert Series. Free!
This is the second of three concerts in this series. This time we have the pleasure of hearing from the horn section. You know me and weird instruments. They say this concert will explore the history of the horn using different instruments including natural horns, post horns and an Alphorn. Info and tickets
5–7 PM | Steve Mitchell Born and raised in Western Canada, Steve Mitchell has hosted over 30 performances at Nashville’s renowned Bluebird Cafe. Known for his charismatic stage presence, he creates a full, dynamic sound as a solo performer using guitar, ukulele, harmonica, and live looping. His set features favourites from artists like Willie Nelson,...
Folk fans, especially UK folk fans, will want to catch John. This is his only Vancouver Island stop on a short Canadian tour. Some say he is the next Nick Drake. Tickets
Suggested cover donation is $5-20.
This concert will celebrate water and it promises to include interesting pieces like Ravel’s Jeux d’eau and Debussy’s Reflections in the Water. Tickets
A lively celebration of Irish music and culture, this performance blends traditional tunes, rich vocals and storytelling with Irish humour for an authentic Celtic experience. Part of the Comox Signature Concert Series. Free!
This is the second Pulse event of the summer and this time it will blur the lines between imagination and reality. They have all kinds of interactive things to do but also some great music including Vancouver’s experimental jazz group Sourdope and psychpop group Neighbourly is rumoured to also be performing. FREE
Dan Bejar has been performing with his project Destroyer since 1995 but he has also been in New Pornographers and Swan Lake. This is Indie-art rock at its finest. From Victoria/Penticton, Paper Bag Recording Artists FROG EYES An equally special solo performace with Carey Mercer with special guests GLOBAL FAKE & PRANATRICKS with DJs Ben...
We have local and localish favourite punks Mean Bikini, Presidia and Gorilla Flip joining one of Vancouver’s most beloved punk rockers Vicious Cycles, who play the old school kind of punk that sings about life, love, laughter and bikes! Approx $20 at the door.
This ain’t your average recital, this one is in celebration of the teachers so it will be a very talented group. Tickets
