Get into the spirit of the season with our Nanaimo holiday guide. From Nanaimo aficionados to curious newcomers, our guide showcases the best of the holiday season.
Popular events include the Festival of Trees, where beautifully decorated trees bring festive cheer and creativity to the community. The Nanaimo Christmas Light Tour offers a mesmerizing display of twinkling lights throughout the city, illuminating the streets with holiday magic. And the Skate with Santa event is something you definitely don't want to miss, allowing families to enjoy a delightful day on the ice with everyone’s favorite jolly figure. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Nanaimo
- Nanaimo Winter Bazaar
- A Wonderheads Christmas Carol
- A Wonderheads Christmas Carol
- Nanaimo Yacht Club Christmas Light Parade
- A Handmade Christmas Makers Market
- Festival of Trees Autograph Session
- Ladysmith Festival of Lights (Ladysmith)
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Nanaimo Winter Bazaar (Nanaimo) • 0.2 miles
Locally-made winter clothing and accessories
A Wonderheads Christmas Carol (Nanaimo) • 0.2 miles
Spectacular giant masks and 10-foot-tall puppets
A Wonderheads Christmas Carol (Nanaimo) • 0.2 miles
A unique theatrical adaptation of a holiday classic
Nanaimo Yacht Club Christmas Light Parade (Nanaimo) • 0.8 miles
Boats adorned with festive Christmas lights
A Handmade Christmas Makers Market (Nanaimo) • 3.3 miles
Three rooms filled with Canadian handmade artisans and crafters
Festival of Trees Autograph Session (Nanaimo) • 6.9 miles
Meet hockey players and see a new jersey reveal.
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Ladysmith Festival of Lights (Ladysmith)
Thousands of twinkling lights transform the town.
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