Vibrant Weekend of Fun in Parksville & Qualicum Beach!

Vibrant Weekend of Fun in Parksville & Qualicum Beach! 🎨🎭🎶
📅 April 11th–13th, 2025 – Mark Your Calendars!
✨ Friday, April 11th
1️⃣ Sip & Putt at Paradise Fun Park
• 📍 375 Island Hwy W, Parksville
• 🕔 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• 🍹 Mini golf, arcade, and drinks! $20 cover includes unlimited mini golf (19+ only).
2️⃣ Stand-Up Comedy with Alex Foreman & Nash Park
• 📍 Rod & Gun, Parksville
• 🕗 Show: 8:00 PM
• 🎤 A crowd work comedy night brought to you by OK, Dope. Tickets $25 at ok-dope.com.
✨ Saturday, April 12th
3️⃣ Qualicum Beach Farmers Market
• 📍 Veterans Way, Qualicum Beach
• 🕗 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
• 🥕 Fresh produce, handmade goods & friendly local vendors. No pets, please!
4️⃣ Egg-Stravagant Easter Market
• 📍 Lighthouse Community Centre, 240 Lions Way, Qualicum
• 🕙 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• 🐣 Crafts, treats & llama hugs! Meet Stitch the Llama from 1–2 PM.
5️⃣ Art Gems: Painting with Water Soluble Oils
• 📍 The MAC – McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville
• 🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• 🎨 Explore non-toxic oil painting with Margery Blom. All supplies included.
6️⃣ Learning Saturdays at the QB Museum
• 📍 587 Beach Road, Qualicum Beach
• 🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• 🌎 Earth & Environment crafts and activities. Free by donation—great for kids!
7️⃣ Stephen Fearing in Concert
• 📍 Errington Hall
• 🕗 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• 🎶 Renowned Canadian storyteller in concert. Tickets: $25 at local shops or $27.50 online.
✨ Sunday, April 13th
8️⃣ Adult Clothing Swap & Shop
• 📍 Bradley Centre Main Hall, 975 Shearme Rd
• 🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• 👗 Trade gently used fashion & find new treasures. Space rentals still available!
9️⃣ Boardgame Afternoon at Paradise Fun Park
• 📍 375 Island Hwy W, Parksville
• 🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• 🎲 Hosted by Railyard Games! Just $5 entry for an afternoon of fun.
🔟 Art Bites: Rock Painting with Mary Unger
• 📍 The MAC – McMillan Arts Centre, Parksville
• 🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• 🎨 Paint inspirational stones & learn various techniques. All materials included.
1️⃣1️⃣ Music Trivia at Pacific Moon Rising
• 📍 1600 Stroulger Road, Nanoose Bay
• 🕑 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
• 🧠 Test your music knowledge, win prizes, and enjoy food/drink specials!
1️⃣2️⃣ Live Music at The Bayside
• 📍 The Bayside Restaurant, Parksville
• 🕕 Sundays at 11:00 AM (also Fridays & Saturdays at 5:30 PM)
• 🎶 Dine with a view and enjoy coastal tunes all weekend long.
1️⃣3️⃣ MC Bexstar’s Music Bingo Night
• 📍 French Creek Pub, Parksville
• 🕔 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• 🎵 Bingo + beats = a perfect Sunday vibe! Reserve your table early.
1️⃣4️⃣ Karaoke at the Rod & Gun
• 📍 Rod & Gun, Parksville
• 🕗 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• 🎤 Sing your heart out! Weekly prizes, happy hour, and free pool.
1️⃣5️⃣ Còig Trio in Concert
• 📍 Knox United Church, 210 W 2nd Ave #1, Qualicum Beach
• 🕢 Doors: 7:00 PM | Show: 7:30 PM
• 🎻 Celtic super-group performance! Tickets $35 (cash at store or Eventbrite).
🌟 So much to explore—from creative workshops and comedy to Easter fun and live music! Which one are you heading to? Let’s celebrate our amazing Island events! 🥳