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.

  • 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
    Jenn's Picks

    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
    Jenn's Picks

    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

  • Trooper

    Ostler Park Campbell River
    Jenn's Picks

    Classic Canadian Rockers who apparently are “Here for a good time…and a long time”. They’ve been rocking it since the ‘70s. Free

  • Jennifer Forsland

    40 Knots Winery
    Jenn's Picks

    Once a CV resident, now living in Thailand, Jenn’s voice can only be described as a powerhouse. She’ll likely be singing from the American Songbook. georgiastraightjazz.com

  • Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy

    Port August St at Comox Rd Comox
    Music

    A national treasure, they bring a rich musical tradition to the stage with a repertoire that spans ceremonial classics, contemporary favourites, and crowd-pleasing arrangements. Part of the Comox Signature Concert Series. Free!

  • Iron Kingdom and W.M.D.

    Waverley Hotel
    Jenn's Picks

    Lovers of classic heavy metal and thrash will LOVE this show and these two Vancouver bands. Tickets