Exciting Weekend of Events in Qualicum Beach & Parksville!

May 9th–11th, 2025 – Save the Dates!

Friday, May 9th

Craig Bay Choristers – “Ask Me to Sing”

• Knox United Church, Parksville

• 7:00 PM

• Featuring Oceanside A Cappella. Tickets $20 (12 & under free, cash only).

Sip & Putt at Paradise Fun Park

• 375 Island Hwy W, Parksville

• 6:00–10:00 PM

• Mini golf + drinks, bites & arcade fun! $20 cover. 19+ only.

100mls or Less: Confessions of a Pat Down Expert

• The MAC, Parksville

• 8:00 PM (Doors at 7:30)

• Comedic storytelling with Darren Millar!

DIVAS: She’s Every Woman! (Mother’s Day Show)

• Parksville Legion

• Doors 6:30 PM | Showtime 7:00 PM

• Drag & impersonation show. Kitchen open 4–6 PM.

Saturday, May 10th

Kids! Make Mom a Hanging Basket

• 587 Alberni Hwy, Parksville

• 8:00–9:00 AM

• $5 per basket, under 16 only. Call 250-248-3243 to RSVP.

Qualicum Beach Farmers Market

• Community Hall / Veterans Way

• 8:30 AM–12:00 PM

• Fresh local goods from your favourite vendors!

Art Gems: From Abstract to Bouquet – Sylvie Peltier

• The MAC, Parksville

• 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

• Floral-themed abstract painting workshop. All supplies included!

Errington Farmers Market

• 1390 Errington Rd

• 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

• Local produce, goods, crafts & live music!

Hamilton Marsh Tour

• Hamilton Marsh, Qualicum Beach

• 11:00 AM–3:00 PM

• Explore the wetlands! Nature fun for all ages.

Not Just For Moms Market

• The Bradley Centre, Coombs

• 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

• 45+ local artisans, concession, free parking & admission!

Learning Saturdays at QB Museum

• 587 Beach Rd, Qualicum Beach

• 1:00–4:00 PM

• Crafts, reading & themed learning fun for all ages!

Live Music at Pacific Brimm – Waterstone

• 123 Craig St, Parksville

• 5:00 PM

• Enjoy dinner with live local music!

Cara Luft & Guests in Concert

• Venue not listed

• 7:30 PM (Doors 7:00 PM)

• Folk/Americana vibes. Tickets: $35

Sunday, May 11th

Oceanside Mother’s Day 10K & 5K Run/Walk

• QB Legion, 180 Veterans Way

• Starts in the morning – times vary

• Family-friendly race. Pre-registration required (500 spots max).

Cedars Mother’s Day Bottomless Brunch

• Tigh-Na-Mara, Parksville

• 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

• Unlimited small plates! $59/person. Call to book.

Coffee Dance Club

• French Press Coffee Roasters, Parksville

• 11:00 AM–3:00 PM

• Kid-friendly house & disco music. Entry by donation!

Gordon Lee Worden – Live & Solo

• Pacific Moon Rising Bar & Grill

• 6:30–9:00 PM

• No cover, great food & drinks.

Music Trivia at Pacific Moon Rising

• 1600 Stroulger Rd, Parksville

• 2:00–4:30 PM

• Prizes, food specials, & bragging rights! Teams welcome.

So many ways to enjoy the weekend — which ones will you check out? Let’s get out there and support local!