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07nov10:00 am5:00 pmJingle Bell MarketChristmas Market - Saturday November 7th and Sunday November 8th

08nov10:00 am4:00 pmJingle Bell MarketChristmas Market - Saturday November 7th and Sunday November 8th

November

Spirit Square Farmers MarketMarket - Every Saturday 9am - 12PM

Port Alberni Farmers' MarketMarket - Every Saturday 9am - 1pm

02nov6:00 pm8:00 pmSkysong Community Choir Fall Season KickoffArts & Culture, Community, Music - Mondays - Sept 21st - Nov 23rd - 6pm - 8pm

Event Details

Sing with Skysong Community Choir this Fall

Join Skysong Community Choir for its Fall 2026 season in Port Alberni. This welcoming, non-audition community choir meets every Monday evening from September 21 through November 23 at Trinity Church Hall.

All voices are welcome, whether you’re an experienced singer or simply enjoy singing with others. Pre-registration and drop-ins are both welcome, making it easy to come out, meet new people and experience the joy of singing together.

Skysong Community Choir sings music from many cultures, including songs of justice, inspiration, peace and community.

Dates: Mondays, September 21 – November 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Trinity Church Hall, 4677 Angus Street, Port Alberni
Registration: Pre-registration or drop-ins welcome

Special Event – September 21: The opening night will include a celebration of Leonard Cohen’s birthday with Boris Katzmarzyk, along with songs marking the International Day of Peace.

Time

November 2, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

Location

Trinity Anglican-Lutheran Church

4766 Angus St

Other Events

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Organizer

Skysong Community Choir

A Port Alberni community choir where we sing songs from many cultures, songs of justice and inspiration, sing along songs, protest songs, choral songs, rounds...anything...

A Port Alberni community choir where we sing songs from many cultures, songs of justice and inspiration, sing along songs, protest songs, choral songs, rounds...anything goes-All voices, all levels of experience are welcome! Come and lift your voice!

05nov7:30 pmRed Dirt Skinners Live at Trinity ChurchMusic & Entertainment - Thursday, November 5th - 7:30PM

06nov3:00 pm7:00 pmChristmas in the Valley 2026

Event Details

Get a head start on your holiday shopping at Christmas in the Valley, one of the Alberni Valley’s largest Christmas craft fairs, taking place November 6–8, 2026, at the Alberni Athletic Hall in Port Alberni.

Hosted by the Alberni Valley Craft Fair Association, this three-day, family-friendly event features two full floors of local artisans and makers showcasing 100% homemade and handcrafted creations. Browse a wide variety of unique gifts and locally made products while supporting talented craftspeople from the Alberni Valley and surrounding communities.

Along with holiday shopping, visitors can enjoy live entertainment, grab a bite from visiting food trucks and enter daily draws for gift baskets filled with creations from participating crafters.

With free admission and a wheelchair-accessible venue, Christmas in the Valley is a welcoming way to celebrate the season, shop local and find something special for everyone on your Christmas list.

Event Highlights

Two floors of handmade and handcrafted products
Local artisans, makers and crafters
Live entertainment
Food trucks
Daily gift basket draws
Free admission and wheelchair accessibility

Event Details

Friday, November 6: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 7: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, November 8: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Alberni Athletic Hall, 3727 Roger Street, Port Alberni
Admission: Free
Organizer: Alberni Valley Craft Fair Association

For additional information and updates, visit the Christmas in the Valley Facebook event.

Time

November 6, 2026 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

Location

Alberni Athletic Hall (location)

3727 Roger St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8J4

Other Events

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Organizer

AV Craft Fair Association

07nov10:00 am5:00 pmJingle Bell MarketChristmas Market - Saturday November 7th and Sunday November 8th

07nov10:00 am5:00 pmChristmas in the Valley 2026

Event Details

Get a head start on your holiday shopping at Christmas in the Valley, one of the Alberni Valley’s largest Christmas craft fairs, taking place November 6–8, 2026, at the Alberni Athletic Hall in Port Alberni.

Hosted by the Alberni Valley Craft Fair Association, this three-day, family-friendly event features two full floors of local artisans and makers showcasing 100% homemade and handcrafted creations. Browse a wide variety of unique gifts and locally made products while supporting talented craftspeople from the Alberni Valley and surrounding communities.

Along with holiday shopping, visitors can enjoy live entertainment, grab a bite from visiting food trucks and enter daily draws for gift baskets filled with creations from participating crafters.

With free admission and a wheelchair-accessible venue, Christmas in the Valley is a welcoming way to celebrate the season, shop local and find something special for everyone on your Christmas list.

Event Highlights

Two floors of handmade and handcrafted products
Local artisans, makers and crafters
Live entertainment
Food trucks
Daily gift basket draws
Free admission and wheelchair accessibility

Event Details

Friday, November 6: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 7: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, November 8: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Alberni Athletic Hall, 3727 Roger Street, Port Alberni
Admission: Free
Organizer: Alberni Valley Craft Fair Association

For additional information and updates, visit the Christmas in the Valley Facebook event.

Time

November 7, 2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

Location

Alberni Athletic Hall (location)

3727 Roger St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8J4

Other Events

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Organizer

AV Craft Fair Association

07nov7:30 pm9:30 pmDreams & Arrival: Fleetwood Mac and ABBA Tribute ConcertLIVE MUSIC - Saturday, November 7, 2026 - 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

08nov10:00 am3:00 pmChristmas in the Valley 2026

Event Details

Get a head start on your holiday shopping at Christmas in the Valley, one of the Alberni Valley’s largest Christmas craft fairs, taking place November 6–8, 2026, at the Alberni Athletic Hall in Port Alberni.

Hosted by the Alberni Valley Craft Fair Association, this three-day, family-friendly event features two full floors of local artisans and makers showcasing 100% homemade and handcrafted creations. Browse a wide variety of unique gifts and locally made products while supporting talented craftspeople from the Alberni Valley and surrounding communities.

Along with holiday shopping, visitors can enjoy live entertainment, grab a bite from visiting food trucks and enter daily draws for gift baskets filled with creations from participating crafters.

With free admission and a wheelchair-accessible venue, Christmas in the Valley is a welcoming way to celebrate the season, shop local and find something special for everyone on your Christmas list.

Event Highlights

Two floors of handmade and handcrafted products
Local artisans, makers and crafters
Live entertainment
Food trucks
Daily gift basket draws
Free admission and wheelchair accessibility

Event Details

Friday, November 6: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 7: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, November 8: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Alberni Athletic Hall, 3727 Roger Street, Port Alberni
Admission: Free
Organizer: Alberni Valley Craft Fair Association

For additional information and updates, visit the Christmas in the Valley Facebook event.

Time

November 8, 2026 10:00 am - 3:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

Location

Alberni Athletic Hall (location)

3727 Roger St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8J4

Other Events

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Organizer

AV Craft Fair Association

08nov10:00 am4:00 pmJingle Bell MarketChristmas Market - Saturday November 7th and Sunday November 8th

09nov6:00 pm8:00 pmSkysong Community Choir Fall Season KickoffArts & Culture, Community, Music - Mondays - Sept 21st - Nov 23rd - 6pm - 8pm

Event Details

Sing with Skysong Community Choir this Fall

Join Skysong Community Choir for its Fall 2026 season in Port Alberni. This welcoming, non-audition community choir meets every Monday evening from September 21 through November 23 at Trinity Church Hall.

All voices are welcome, whether you’re an experienced singer or simply enjoy singing with others. Pre-registration and drop-ins are both welcome, making it easy to come out, meet new people and experience the joy of singing together.

Skysong Community Choir sings music from many cultures, including songs of justice, inspiration, peace and community.

Dates: Mondays, September 21 – November 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Trinity Church Hall, 4677 Angus Street, Port Alberni
Registration: Pre-registration or drop-ins welcome

Special Event – September 21: The opening night will include a celebration of Leonard Cohen’s birthday with Boris Katzmarzyk, along with songs marking the International Day of Peace.

Time

November 9, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

Location

Trinity Anglican-Lutheran Church

4766 Angus St

Other Events

Learn More

Organizer

Skysong Community Choir

A Port Alberni community choir where we sing songs from many cultures, songs of justice and inspiration, sing along songs, protest songs, choral songs, rounds...anything...

A Port Alberni community choir where we sing songs from many cultures, songs of justice and inspiration, sing along songs, protest songs, choral songs, rounds...anything goes-All voices, all levels of experience are welcome! Come and lift your voice!

10nov6:00 pmHoly Void + Rare Earth Magnet Live at Dog Mountain BrewingLIVE MUSIC - Tuesday, November 10th - Doors open at 6PM

13nov7:00 pmFaris Hytiaa Live at Dog Mountain BrewingComedy/Entertainment - Friday, November 13, 2026 - 7PM

13nov7:30 pmPen Pals – Canadian Premiere

14nov10:00 am5:00 pmGlenwood Holiday Winter Market 2026Christmas Market - Saturday, November 14: 10AM – 5PM + Sunday, November 15: 10AM – 4PM

14nov6:00 pmPort Alberni Salvation Army Formal Gala 2026Community - Saturday, November 14th - 6PM

14nov7:30 pmPen Pals – Canadian Premiere

14nov7:30 pmPunk Massacre at The Rainbow RoomMUSIC - Saturday, November 14th - 7:30PM

15nov10:00 am5:00 pmGlenwood Holiday Winter Market 2026Christmas Market - Saturday, November 14: 10AM – 5PM + Sunday, November 15: 10AM – 4PM

15nov7:00 pm10:00 pmCaleb Hart & Sonic Alley – UNBOUND Album Release TourMusic - Sunday, November 15th - 7PM - 10PM

16nov6:00 pm8:00 pmSkysong Community Choir Fall Season KickoffArts & Culture, Community, Music - Mondays - Sept 21st - Nov 23rd - 6pm - 8pm

Event Details

Sing with Skysong Community Choir this Fall

Join Skysong Community Choir for its Fall 2026 season in Port Alberni. This welcoming, non-audition community choir meets every Monday evening from September 21 through November 23 at Trinity Church Hall.

All voices are welcome, whether you’re an experienced singer or simply enjoy singing with others. Pre-registration and drop-ins are both welcome, making it easy to come out, meet new people and experience the joy of singing together.

Skysong Community Choir sings music from many cultures, including songs of justice, inspiration, peace and community.

Dates: Mondays, September 21 – November 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Trinity Church Hall, 4677 Angus Street, Port Alberni
Registration: Pre-registration or drop-ins welcome

Special Event – September 21: The opening night will include a celebration of Leonard Cohen’s birthday with Boris Katzmarzyk, along with songs marking the International Day of Peace.

Time

November 16, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

Location

Trinity Anglican-Lutheran Church

4766 Angus St

Other Events

Learn More

Organizer

Skysong Community Choir

A Port Alberni community choir where we sing songs from many cultures, songs of justice and inspiration, sing along songs, protest songs, choral songs, rounds...anything...

A Port Alberni community choir where we sing songs from many cultures, songs of justice and inspiration, sing along songs, protest songs, choral songs, rounds...anything goes-All voices, all levels of experience are welcome! Come and lift your voice!

19nov6:00 pm8:00 pmA Festive Evening at the MuseumChristmas Market - Thursday, November 19, 2026 - 6PM - 8PM

20nov7:30 pmPen Pals – Canadian Premiere

21nov10:00 am4:00 pmChristmas in the Country Craft Fair 2026CHRISTMAS FAIR - Saturday, November 21, 2026 - 10AM - 4PM

21nov11:00 am4:00 pmDeck the Halls Indoor Market 2026Christmas Market - Saturday, November 21, 2026 - 11AM - 4PM

21nov7:30 pmPen Pals – Canadian Premiere

23nov6:00 pm8:00 pmSkysong Community Choir Fall Season KickoffArts & Culture, Community, Music - Mondays - Sept 21st - Nov 23rd - 6pm - 8pm

Event Details

Sing with Skysong Community Choir this Fall

Join Skysong Community Choir for its Fall 2026 season in Port Alberni. This welcoming, non-audition community choir meets every Monday evening from September 21 through November 23 at Trinity Church Hall.

All voices are welcome, whether you’re an experienced singer or simply enjoy singing with others. Pre-registration and drop-ins are both welcome, making it easy to come out, meet new people and experience the joy of singing together.

Skysong Community Choir sings music from many cultures, including songs of justice, inspiration, peace and community.

Dates: Mondays, September 21 – November 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Trinity Church Hall, 4677 Angus Street, Port Alberni
Registration: Pre-registration or drop-ins welcome

Special Event – September 21: The opening night will include a celebration of Leonard Cohen’s birthday with Boris Katzmarzyk, along with songs marking the International Day of Peace.

Time

November 23, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

Location

Trinity Anglican-Lutheran Church

4766 Angus St

Other Events

Learn More

Organizer

Skysong Community Choir

A Port Alberni community choir where we sing songs from many cultures, songs of justice and inspiration, sing along songs, protest songs, choral songs, rounds...anything...

A Port Alberni community choir where we sing songs from many cultures, songs of justice and inspiration, sing along songs, protest songs, choral songs, rounds...anything goes-All voices, all levels of experience are welcome! Come and lift your voice!

27nov7:30 pmPen Pals – Canadian Premiere

28nov5:00 pm7:30 pmƛuukʷatquuʔis Harbour Quay Light-Up 2026Community - Saturday, November 28, 2026 – 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Event Details

Celebrate the start of the holiday season at the ƛuukʷatquuʔis Harbour Quay Light-Up in Port Alberni on Saturday, November 28, 2026. Hosted by the Alberni Arts Council, this festive community celebration brings holiday lights, live entertainment, family activities and local shopping together at Harbour Quay.

From 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM, enjoy an evening of music, illuminated displays and seasonal activities along the waterfront. The highlight of the evening is the holiday tree lighting at 6:15 PM, with plenty to see and do before and after the lights come on.

The event honours the Nuu-chah-nulth place name ƛuukʷatquuʔis, meaning “Wolf Ritual Beach,” and includes a welcome from c̓išaaʔatḥ (Tseshaht) and Hupačasath First Nations.

Holiday Activities and Entertainment

Holiday tree lighting at 6:15 PM
Pictures with Santa
Live performances by local choirs and the ADSS band
Light parade featuring handmade lanterns, pets and bicycles
Large-scale light projections by Five Acre Co.
Youth Market hosted by Community Futures
Alberni Pacific Railway holiday train ride with Mrs. Claus
Free hot chocolate from The Quay Lounge and Munch
Free donuts from The Donut Shop
Special offers at participating Harbour Quay businesses
Storefront and school wreath-decorating contests
Children’s crafts and activities with community groups, including Makerspace and ArtRave

Harbour Quay businesses will also be joining the festivities, making it a great opportunity to support local shops and enjoy the waterfront during the holiday season.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, November 28, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Tree Lighting: 6:15 PM
Location: Harbour Quay, Port Alberni
Organizer: Alberni Arts Council

For the latest event updates and additional information, visit the Alberni Arts Council website.

Time

November 28, 2026 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm(GMT+00:00)

Location

Harbour Quay (location)

5440 Argyle St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1T6

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Alberni Arts

The Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley was founded in 1965 and incorporated as a non-profit society in 1971. On 1977, the Community Arts...

The Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley was founded in 1965 and incorporated as a non-profit society in 1971. On 1977, the Community Arts Council acquired the current historical site of the Rollin Art Centre.

The Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley

The Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley was founded in 1965 and incorporated as a non-profit society in 1971. On 1977, the Community Arts...

The Community Arts Council of the Alberni Valley was founded in 1965 and incorporated as a non-profit society in 1971. On 1977, the Community Arts Council acquired the current historical site of the Rollin Art Centre.

28nov7:30 pmPen Pals – Canadian Premiere

29nov2:30 pmJoy! A Holiday Concert in Port AlberniMusic - Sunday, November 29 - 2:30PM

30nov6:00 pm8:00 pmSkysong Community Choir Fall Season KickoffArts & Culture, Community, Music - Mondays - Sept 21st - Nov 23rd - 6pm - 8pm

Event Details

Sing with Skysong Community Choir this Fall

Join Skysong Community Choir for its Fall 2026 season in Port Alberni. This welcoming, non-audition community choir meets every Monday evening from September 21 through November 23 at Trinity Church Hall.

All voices are welcome, whether you’re an experienced singer or simply enjoy singing with others. Pre-registration and drop-ins are both welcome, making it easy to come out, meet new people and experience the joy of singing together.

Skysong Community Choir sings music from many cultures, including songs of justice, inspiration, peace and community.

Dates: Mondays, September 21 – November 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Trinity Church Hall, 4677 Angus Street, Port Alberni
Registration: Pre-registration or drop-ins welcome

Special Event – September 21: The opening night will include a celebration of Leonard Cohen’s birthday with Boris Katzmarzyk, along with songs marking the International Day of Peace.

Time

November 30, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

Location

Trinity Anglican-Lutheran Church

4766 Angus St

Other Events

Learn More

Organizer

Skysong Community Choir

A Port Alberni community choir where we sing songs from many cultures, songs of justice and inspiration, sing along songs, protest songs, choral songs, rounds...anything...

A Port Alberni community choir where we sing songs from many cultures, songs of justice and inspiration, sing along songs, protest songs, choral songs, rounds...anything goes-All voices, all levels of experience are welcome! Come and lift your voice!