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SUMMARY:Parksville Beach Festival
DESCRIPTION:Parksville Beach Festival blends sun-soaked fun with a dash of West Coast flair. Spend four days wandering artisan markets\, sampling local eats\, and catching live music on the lawn – all steps from the sand. Between sand-castle contests and sunset yoga\, you’ll pick up pro tips on keeping sunscreen out of your cooler (hint: seal it in a reusable pouch) while soaking in that friendly beach-town vibe. \nHighlights In Parksville Beach Festival\n\nSand-Castle Showdown: Teams compete for bragging rights and best-in-show trophy\nArtisan Market: Handcrafted treasures from local makers – think driftwood décor and seashell jewelry\nLive Music & Performances: From folk-acoustic sets to headliner bands under the open sky\nFamily Beach Activities: Paddleboard demos\, kids’ crafts\, and interactive storytelling by the shore\n\nTickets & Tips\n\nGeneral Admission: Free – just bring your sunglasses and best beach shoes\nSand Sculpting Exhibition Admission: By donation; proceeds support local non-profit organizations.\nVIP Pass ($50): Priority seating for concerts\, festival tote\, and three drink tokens\nPro Tip: Pack a lightweight blanket for those lawn shows and arrive early on Saturday to snag front-row sandy seats\n\nVisitor Info\n\nParking: Lots adjacent to Community Park; carpool or bike in for easier access\nAccessibility: Wheelchair-accessible pathways and viewing areas throughout the festival site\nFood & Drink: Multiple vendors offering sustainable eats and local brews; bring your refillable bottle for free water stations\nPet Policy: Well-behaved\, leashed dogs welcome – just keep them off the sand castle plots\n\nOfficial Website\nFor the full schedule\, vendor list\, and volunteer sign-up\, surf over to parksvillebeachfest.ca.
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LOCATION:Parksville Community Park & Beach\, 193 Island Highway East\, Parksville\, BC V9P 2H2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:The Victoria Symphony Splash
DESCRIPTION:Victoria Symphony Splash returns for the 85th season of the Symphony in the Summer Festival\, headlined by the free\, two-day Symphony SPLASH! barge concert in the Inner Harbor over the B.C. Day long weekend. Enjoy everything from opera arias at Butchart Gardens to chamber performances at Christ Church Cathedral\, then anchor up on the waterfront for those 25-minute pyro musical sets – think fireworks for your ears\, no “ahoy” required. \nFestival Schedule & Venues For Victoria Symphony Splash\nSymphony SPLASH! (Free)\n\nSaturday\, August 2 (Afternoon & Evening) | Inner Harbor Barge\nSunday\, August 3 (Afternoon & Evening) | Inner Harbor Barge\n\nVS at The Butchart Gardens\n\nThursday\, July 24 at 8:00 PM | Included with garden admission\n\nVS at Christ Church Cathedral\n\nFriday\, July 25 at 7:30 PM\n\nVS at Qualicum Beach\n\nSunday\, July 27 at 7:00 PM\n\nNational Youth Orchestra of Canada\n\nFriday\, August 1 at 7:30 PM | Christ Church Cathedral\n\nTickets & Access\n\nSymphony SPLASH!: Free – no tickets required (arrive early for best waterfront viewing)\nGarden & Cathedral Concerts: Ticketed; on sale June 17 at 10:00 AM\nAdmission Tip: Book Butchart Gardens tickets in advance to secure concert-inclusive entry\n\nHighlights\n\nBarge Spectacle: Two sunset barge performances with the full Victoria Symphony and special guest artists\nDiverse Programming: From opera stars to Latin jazz ensembles and youth orchestra showcases\nWaterfront Vibes: Pack a picnic or grab snacks from wharf-side vendors – sip or snack\, your call\nCommunity Celebration: Free live broadcasts on 104.9 The Wave and synchronized radio soundtracks\n\nVisitor Info\n\nGetting There: Walk\, bike\, or transit to the Inner Harbor – no parking headaches on B.C. Day weekend\nAccessibility: Waterfront boardwalks and seating areas are wheelchair-accessible; check venue pages for indoor concert details\nWhat to Bring: Lightweight jacket (evenings can cool off)\, blanket or low-back chair\, and refillable water bottle\nFamily Friendly: Free children’s concert zone on the quayside during SPLASH! performances\n\nOfficial Website\nFor full program details\, artist lineups\, and arrival tips\, set your course to The Victoria Symphony Splash.
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LOCATION:Victoria Inner Harbour\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Cowichan Valley Wine Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us for 31 days of award-winning reds\, whites\, rosés and sparkling wines at Cowichan’s 12 stunning wineries. Your passport is your map to a self-guided tour throughout the Cowichan Valley. \nTake a day\, or take the month. The more time you spend at each winery\, the more you’ll fall in love with the people dedicated to cultivating this incredible wine region and\, of course\, the wine. \nAdmission: \nThis is a 19+ event. Underage patrons are permitted at wineries. Tickets go on sale July 1\, $50/each. Please drink responsibly. \n  \nhttps://www.cowichanwineries.com/august-wine-passport
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LOCATION:Cowichan Wineries\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Texada Blues and Roots Festival
DESCRIPTION:Texada Blues & Roots Festival returns its 9th year to Gillies Bay\, showcasing local blues and roots talent on waterfront stages beneath towering pines. Browse artisan market stalls\, grab festival eats (those wood-fired pizza trucks are a breeze)\, and pick up eco-savvy tips – because nothing’s more rock-and-roll than biodegradable sunscreen. With spontaneous beer-garden jams and friendly docks-side vibes\, it’s like a weekend chat with your most organized\, music-obsessed friend. \nSchedule For Texada Blues and Roots Festival\nSaturday\, August 2 | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM\n\nOpening Ceremony & Welcome Set @ Main Stage\nAfternoon Spotlight: Solo blues acts and acoustic duos\nArtisan Market & Beer Garden Jams (10+ vendor booths)\nHeadliner Late-Night Show @ Riverside Stage\n\nSunday\, August 3 | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM\n\nBlues Brunch @ Gillies Bay Café\nRoots Revival Workshops: Harmonica\, Lap Steel & Ukulele\nFamily Zone: Kids’ Drum Circle & Face Painting\nGrand Finale All-Star Jam & Community Picnic\n\nTickets Price For Texada Blues and Roots Festival\n\nWeekend Pass: $85 (access both days\, market entry\, plus workshops)\nSingle-Day Pass: $50 (choose Saturday or Sunday)\nKids 12 & Under: Free – because even little deckhands love a good grooveEarly-bird tip: Book by July 15 for merch discounts.\n\nVisitor Info For Texada Blues and Roots Festival\n\nGetting There: Ferries from Powell River to Blubber Bay; Gillies Bay is a 10-minute drive north (festival shuttles available).\nParking: Limited lakeside spots – carpool or arrive early to snag a prime space.\nCamping: Riverside tent camping on sale now\, with eco-friendly facilities and composting toilets.\nNearby Activities: Hike to Stromberg Falls or swim at Shelter Point between sets.\n\nOfficial Website\nFor the full lineup\, volunteer sign-up\, and festival FAQs\, sail over to Texada Blues & Roots Festival
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LOCATION:Gillies Bay Ball Park\, School Rd\, Gillies Bay\, BC V0N 1W0\, Canada
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