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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: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:Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts
DESCRIPTION:Festival of the Written Arts brings four days of author talks\, panel discussions\, and hands-on workshops to the lush gardens and historic pavilions of Rockwood Centre. From intimate readings under the maples to lively Q&As with bestselling novelists\, it’s your backstage pass to Canada’s vibrant literary scene. \nDates & Tickets\n\nFestival Dates: August 14–17\, 2025\nTickets On Sale: June 2\, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. PDT (online\, phone\, or in-person)\n\nPro tip: Grab your festival planner PDF ahead of time to pencil in must-see authors and reserve seats before they sell out. \nFeatured Highlights\n\nOpening Night Keynote: Kick off with a big-name author in the Rockwood Pavilion (date and speaker TBA).\nSpecial Events (Aug 16–17): Hands-on fiction workshops\, poetry slams\, and live podcast recordings – ticketed separately.\nMeet the Writers Lounge: An all-access meet-and-greet space where you can chat craft tips one-on-one.\n\nVisitor Essentials\n\nVenue Access: Rockwood Centre’s outdoor paths and main halls are wheelchair-accessible.\nParking & Transit: Free parking on site; shuttles from downtown Sechelt over the weekend.\nDining: Local food trucks and café pop-ups in the gardens – vegetarian and gluten-free options abound.\nAccommodation: Sechelt B&Bs and nearby inns fill fast; book early for festival rates.\n\nFull Lineup & Details For Festival of the Written Arts\nFor the complete schedule\, author bios\, ticket links\, and downloadable festival planner\, chart your course to writersfestival.ca.
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LOCATION:Rockwood Centre\, 5511 Shorncliffe Avenue\, Sechelt\, BC V0N 3A0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Gabriola Island Stroll & Sip
DESCRIPTION:July 17 is our first Stroll and Sip! This series of four walks begins Thursday\, July 17\, at Ravenskill Orchard (1240 Coats Drive). Meet at 4 pm for an hour-long walk that begins and ends at the cidery. Stay for a drink or meal from the food truck and socialize with your fellow walkers. Preregistration is not required for this free walk. \n  \nhttps://directory.gabriolaevents.ca/gabriola-events/Details/galtt-invites-you-to-a-stroll-and-sip-1436134?sourceTypeId=Hub
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LOCATION:Descanso Bay\, Canada
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