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Tofino named one of the world’s top 10 trending travel destinations for 2027

Mike Kelly · October 21, 2026

Lifestyle

All Dressed in White Bridal Show returns to Parksville this October

Rory Dickinson · October 16, 2026

Food & Drink

Nautical Nellies Steak & Seafood House celebrates nearly three decades with $59 four-course dinner

Mike Kelly · October 16, 2026

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Oct24

Sat, October 241:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Community

Cozy Reading Rave

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Oct25

Sun, October 2511:00 am – 3:00 pm

Markets

Full Moon Market

📍 Bistro at Port Browning Marina Resort

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Honeymoon Bay Holiday Market + Gathering

Nov7

Sat, November 710:00 am – 3:00 pm

Markets

Honeymoon Bay Holiday Market + Gathering

📍 Honeymoon Bay Community Hall

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Atomic Christmas Vintage Fair, Makers Market, & Entertainment

Nov13

Fri, November 135:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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Atomic Christmas Vintage Fair, Makers Market, & Entertainment

📍 Da Vinci Centre+ 1 more date

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Sidney’s coziest craft market returns this October with over 60 local vendors

From handmade treasures to sweet treats!

Business

Victoria businesses invited to help make this year’s Festival of Trees the biggest yet

There’s still time to sign up!

Community Partnership

Juno-nominated Canadian sibling duo bringing world-class music to Victoria this October

Cheng² Duo and James Campbell will perform on October 24th.

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There’s a devilish burlesque and drag show coming to Victoria this October

Two sin-filled nights!