Featured Events in Nanaimo in February, 2025 (July Updated)

Celtic CONCERT and Community DANCE Irish, Scottish, Québécois, Métis, Folk & World Music Pierre Schryer (fiddle, foot percussion), Danielle Enblom (step dance & caller) & Adam Dobres (guitar) Gabriola Island Community Hall SATURDAY FEBRUARY 8th Doors at 6:30 pm, Concert at 7:00 pm and Dance at 8:15 pm Join three of North America's Celtic Music Masters for an evening of fine musicianship and community fun! The evening features both a concert and a community dance with one of Canada’s leading fiddlers Pierre Schryer, North American folk dance specialist Danielle Enblom, and guitar virtuoso Adam Dobres. At intermission, part of the hall will be cleared for the community dance. Guests will be invited to participate in the called dance or continue to sit and listen to the musical programme. The event family-friendly, no experience necessary. Tickets are available now at Nature Spirit Earth Market (cash only), as well as online thru Eventbrite. https://GabriolaConcertandDance.eventbrite.ca Tickets: $30 General $75 Family (2 adults + kids) *Part of proceeds, for Kai Belanger, towards his trip to Spain in March, for the Real Madrid Soccer Training Camp. Information Source: Pierre Schryer & Adam Dobres | eventbrite

DAY 1: WORKSHOPS & PRE PARTY FRIDAY FEB 14TH 5:00pm - 6:00pm Super Dave Hip Hop Workshop 6:15pm - 7:15pm Poppin John Popping Workshop 7:30pm - 830pm Katchflow House Workshop $30 for 1 class $50 for 2 classes $65 for all three classes location: Vibrant Dance Studio 10pm - Late Pre party (Adults) $5 entry fee only pay at the door. Location at Vibrant Dance Studio ---------------------------------------------------------------- DAY 2 PRELIMS SATURDAY FEB 15TH Doors open at 1:00pm Prelims for u-15 starts 2:00pm Prelims for all open category starts at 4:30pm Prelims Top 16, top 8 of all categories starts at 6:30pm LOCATION: Vibrant Dance Studio (1969 Boxwood Rd. Nanaimo, BC V9S 5X9) ---------------------------------------------------------------- Day 3: FINALS SUNDAY FEB 16TH Doors open at 2pm battle start at 3:00pm (Semi finals and Finals of all categories) LOCATION: Vibrant Dance Studio (1969 Boxwood Rd. Nanaimo, BC V9S 5X9) *We will have special performances and the battles throughout the day. --------------------------------------------------------------- TICKETS: Workshops: 1 class $302 classes $50all 3 classes $65Prelims and Finals day : prelim day $20Finals day $25Family of 4 or more $80 (for both days)Prelims and Finals package $40Workshops, prelims, and finals $75 All tickets will be more at the door.---------------------------------------------------------------- Categories: Open age and U-15 Popping 1v1 Hip hop 1v1 Open Styles 2v2 ---------------------------------------------------------------- JUDGES: POPPING: Poppin John (USA) HIPHOP: Super Dave (USA) OPEN STYLES: Katchflow (CANADA) BATTLE GUESTS: TBD ---------------------------------------------------------------- DJ Oscar DJ TBD MC: TBD ---------------------------------------------------------------- Information Source: Vibrant Dance Studios | eventbrite

Experience the ultimate tribute night with live performances celebrating LIMP BIZKIT, LINKIN PARK & STONE TEMPLE PILOTS at The Queen's in Nanaimo. Mark your calendars for February 1, 2025, and head to 34 Victoria Crescent to witness an unforgettable show. Tickets are priced at CA$22.63, offering music enthusiasts a chance to relive the iconic sounds of these legendary bands in a vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind event that promises to transport you back to the golden era of rock music.

Join us on Friday, February 7 for a thrilling performance with FIDDELIUM(pronounced “fi-DELL-ee-um”). This Nanaimo-based youth fiddle ensemble puts on a high-energy, professionally polished show that features traditional and contemporary folk music from around the world. This is not your average fiddle group: Fiddelium has represented Vancouver Island on the national stage several times and was awarded the 2023 Canadian Folk Music Award in recognition of their outstanding performance skills. This year’s concert features tunes from Scotland, Quebec, Sweden, Ireland, Spain, Texas and British Columbia. While it is challenging to fully describe what this group sounds like, you might compare them to Barrage or Bowfire (minus the pyrotechnics).Don’t be fooled: this group of 17 youth will completely amaze you with their musicianship and stage presence. Come to a Fiddelium show and you will leave as a Fiddelium fan! Information Source: Knox Presents...@Knox United Church | eventbrite

Experience the electrifying performance of a Led Zeppelin tribute live at The Queen's in Nanaimo! Get ready to rock out on February 7, 2025, at 34 Victoria Crescent, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5B8. Immerse yourself in the legendary music of Led Zeppelin for a memorable night filled with timeless classics. Tickets are priced at CA$27.96. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the magic of one of the greatest rock bands of all time brought to life on stage.

Our first fun event of the year – LEARN TO CURL at the Nanaimo Curling Club! Enjoy an hour of curling instruction, skills competition, and fun with your fellow industry members. Prizes and bragging rights are up for grabs! Then come inside to warm up and socialize! Appetizers will be provided. Drinks are available for purchase. Information Source: Vancouver Island Construction Association | eventbrite

Welcome to the **Boots and Hearts Bash**! Get ready for a night of country music, dancing, and good ol' fashioned fun at the Coombs Rodeo Grounds. Grab your cowboy boots and hat, and join us on **Fri, Feb 14, 2025 at 9:00 PM** for a boot-stompin' good time. This in-person event will feature live performance with Tumblin Dice. Don't miss out on this unforgettable night under the stars. See y'all there! Sponsored by The Raven 100.7 Information Source: CHRCO Coombs Rodeo Grounds | eventbrite

The Roadhouse Comedy Tour, is a comedy experience you will not soon forget! Ben Bayfield (Yuk Yuk's), Etay Kuperman (Yuk Yuk's Rising Star) and Ali Maawy (Corner Comedy Club) have teamed up to tour Canada's west coast. Our stop at The Nanaimo Bar promises to be an unforgettable night of stand-up comedy and culture, you won't want to miss. Come on down and enjoy the wit and humour of this incredible lineup of Rising Stars in the Canadian Comedy landscape. Join us for an evening filled with non-stop laughter as these talented performers take the stage! Get your tickets now and prepare for an evening that will have you chuckling for years to come. Doors: 7:00pm Show: 7:30pm Show length: 75-90 minutes Information Source: Ben Bayfield and Etay Kuperman | eventbrite

Jump Rope Into Fitness! Join Elise, an athlete on Team Canada and a jump rope instructor, for an exciting class featuring an 8-step jump rope combo! Date & Time: February 15 | Saturday | 8:15 – 9:30am (15 mins setup, 1 hour class) Location: In front of lululemon at Woodgrove Centre! Whether you're a jump rope beginner or a seasoned pro, this session is for everyone! Elise will guide you through a dynamic workout that'll leave you feeling energized and accomplished. What to bring: - A jump rope (if you have one – extras will be available!) - Comfortable workout clothes - Positive vibes and a willingness to try something new! PRIZES! 🎉 - Every event has a special prize up for grabs – don’t miss out! - Want more? Attend multiple events for your chance to WIN the grand prize – a pair of shoes and accessories valued at over $400! The winner will be announced after all 4 events, and the prize will be available for pickup at lululemon. Spaces are limited to 12 participants, so be sure to arrive early to grab your spot! Stay updated on all Woodgrove Centre events and promotions by subscribing to our newsletter at woodgrovecentre.com. Don’t miss this chance to jump into fitness with a pro! #WoodgroveCentre #JumpRopeFitness #CanadianJumpRopeTeam #FeelGoodWorkout #NanaimoEvents Information Source: Woodgrove Centre | eventbrite

The Paperboys in Parksville Come join us for a night of lively music with The Paperboys at Knox United! Get ready to dance and sing along to their folk-rock tunes. This in-person event promises to be a fantastic time for all music lovers. Don't miss out on this opportunity to see The Paperboys live in action. Grab your friends and family for a memorable evening of great music! Information Source: Craig Bay Choristers | eventbrite

IAN MAKSIN in NANAIMO: Songs of the Vagabond Cello Sunday, February 23, 2025, 5:00PM Unitarian Fellowship of Nanaimo, 595 Townsite Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1K9 DISCOUNTED ONLINE TICKETS (prices include tax an ticketing fees): Front two rows reserved - $40 / General admission - $35 / 3 or more tickets promotion - $30 / Student (with valid ID) - $25 / Youth (age 8-15) - $19 In this amazing musical voyage across time and space in 37 languages, Maksin will take you across the Sahara desert and Mongolian steppes, the mountains of the Balkans and the Caucasus, and the shores of the Pacific Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. He magically connects some of the most diverse elements of world music into a unique fusion, using his cello as the unifying force. Using the loop pedal and other electronics, he augments the sound of his instrument into an entire orchestra creating a one-of-a-kind listening experience. Besides performing his original instrumental music, Ian Maksin currently has over 250 songs in 37 languages in his musical collection including French, Italian, Farsi, Turkish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Polish, Spanish, and many others. BREAKING BOUNDARIES both musical and geographical, cellist, composer and multilingual vocalist IAN MAKSIN has created his own unique style by blending elements of different genres and traditional music from around the globe in a new way using his cello as the main unifying force. ONE-MAN ORCHESTRA:In addition to cello, he used an electronic device called the loop pedal, which allows him to create loops or layers by recording and replaying his own playing in real time. Information Source: Ian Maksin | eventbrite