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Events in the Alberni Valley
Port Alberni is home to a diverse selection of annual events that are a must-do each year. Discover our community spirit and favourite past times when you check out any of our many annual events. From Live Music Festivals and Slow Pitch Tournaments to Boat Races and a Fishing Derby with $10,000 in prizes, the Alberni Valley knows how to have fun! Scroll down for the current calendar and upcoming events in the Alberni Valley.
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Port Alberni's Top Annual Events
Okee Dokee Slo-Pitch Tournament
JULY LONG WEEKEND
Enjoy games, food, and fun at the annual Okee Dokee Slo-Pitch Tournament. Approximately 80 slo-pitch teams show up in Port Alberni for this tournament every year. The event runs over three days, during the Canada Day Weekend, and includes music in the evenings. Any funds raised during the event go to various local charities.
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Funtastic Music Festival
JULY LONG WEEKEND
After a full day at the Okee Dokee Slo-pitch tournament head on over to the Bob Dailey Stadium for the Funtastic Music Festival! Two incredible fun filled evenings of live music, 19+ with wristband only.
Lightning on the Lake (Sproat Lake Regatta)
JULY
Dating back to the summer of 1928, the first Sproat Lake Regatta event included boats as fast as 20 horsepower, and races of up to five miles in length. Formed in 1930, the Sproat Lake Motor Boat Club decided to expand this into a fun event held in July. Nowadays, visitors can enjoy swimming and water sport competitions and performances, as well as the thrilling races! Admission is by donation.
5 Acre Shaker
AUGUST
Two evenings of live music every summer on Vancouver Island! Taking place in August at the Fall Fair Grounds in Port Alberni, BC. The Five Acre Concert series will feature live music, local food trucks, refreshing beverages, on-site tent or RV/Vehicle camping, with performances by Top Artists, DJ’s & more. After-party is a can’t miss!
Get more information at 5 Acre Shaker. This Event Is 19+
Salmon Festival
SEPTEMBER
Fitting for the Salmon capital of the world, this annual Port Alberni event features a fabulous fishing derby, including cash prizes for biggest fish. The Salmon Festival is the thing to do in Port Alberni during the Labour Day Weekend.
Checkout last years winners!
Port Alberni Fall Fair
SEPTEMBER
One of our absolute favourite events of the year. In early September, find entertainment for the whole family at Port Alberni’s midway, agriculture shows, and logging demonstrations. Explore the maze of exhibits, animal displays, and food booths at the Port Alberni Fall Fair. Be sure to take in the community-wide parade.
Port Alberni Toy Run
SEPTEMBER
What started with 8 guys delivering a few toys to the Salvation Army on their bikes just before Christmas in 1984, now attracts upwards of 1,500 motorcycles to Port Alberni on the third weekend of September each year. This 2 day event is fun-filled with activities ranging from pancake breakfasts, games for children, bike games, poker rally, beer gardens and more
Cheer on the many motorcyclists as they travel in solid formation through the Alberni Valley on the Toy Run, delivering a massive haul of toys to the Salvation Army and distributed at Christmas time. All monies raised stay within the regional district, and are donated back to various children’s groups, activities, and health therapy.
Take in a BCHL Hockey Game with the Alberni Valley Bulldogs
SEASON RUNS SEPTEMBER – MARCH
The Port Alberni hockey team “Alberni Valley Bulldogs” are a top attraction of the community. Exciting, action-packed games are fun for the whole family. Home games are played at the Alberni Valley Mulitplex – Weyerhaeuser Arena, affectionately nicknamed the “Dawg Pound.” Regular season runs from late September to the end of March, with Playoffs (fingers crossed!) running April – May. Learn more on their website, including schedule and ticket information.
Spotlight on October Family Fun!
We believe October deserves its own spotlight with so many exciting events for Halloween! Our October Events Guide features fun activities for families and friends, from pumpkin picking to Halloween dance parties. Don’t miss out—check out the guide and start planning your festive adventures today!
Upcoming Events in the Alberni Valley
Save the date for these family-friendly activities, high-octane adventures, and special celebrations taking place in and around the Alberni Valley. Scroll to bottom to find details on regular weekly favourites like the Farmer’s Markets and Live Music at Chars.
July
Spirit Square Farmers MarketMarket – Every Saturday 9am – 12PM
Event Details
Founded in 2013, the year-round Spirit Square Farmers’ Market in Port Alberni is dedicated to promoting agriculture and healthy living.
Products include locally grown beef, chicken, pork, lamb and emu products;
Event Details
Founded in 2013, the year-round Spirit Square Farmers’ Market in Port Alberni is dedicated to promoting agriculture and healthy living.
Products include locally grown beef, chicken, pork, lamb and emu products; and, fresh, local seasonal vegetables, and fruit. Local artisans and crafters offer a wide array of locally crafted items.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 12 noon, year around.
Time
Location
Harbour Quay (location)
5440 Argyle St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1T6
Organizer
Port Alberni Farmers’ MarketMarket – Every Saturday 9am – 1pm
Event Details
The Farmers’ Market is a way for farmers to promote local agriculture for marketing their fresh products that are grown, raised, and/or produced off their land. It is also an
Event Details
The Farmers’ Market is a way for farmers to promote local agriculture for marketing their fresh products that are grown, raised, and/or produced off their land. It is also an opportunity for others who make crafts or who bake to join in with the farmers to market their own unique creations as well.
Bakers, crafters and farmers have created a flourishing Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm, year-round.
Time
Location
Formerly Cherry Creek School (location)
6211 Cherry Creek Rd
Organizer
02jul6:00 pmLive Concert: Los BorrachosMUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT – Thursday, July 2nd – 6PM
Event Details
Celebrate soccer, culture, and community with a free live performance by Los Borrachos as part of the 2026 Alberni Valley Indigenous-Led Soccer Community Celebration.
Taking place at
Event Details
Celebrate soccer, culture, and community with a free live performance by Los Borrachos as part of the 2026 Alberni Valley Indigenous-Led Soccer Community Celebration.
Taking place at the KCC – Concert Hall & Social House on Thursday, July 2, this all-ages indoor concert brings the community together during the festival’s exciting knockout round. Enjoy an evening of live music, vibrant energy, and cultural celebration while cheering on teams participating in the tournament.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase through the venue’s licensed facilities, making it a great place to gather with friends and family after a day of soccer.
Hosted by the Hupačasath First Nation in partnership with the Tseshaht First Nation, Huu-ay-aht First Nations, the City of Port Alberni, Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District, and the Alberni Athletics Soccer Club, the celebration showcases Indigenous leadership, sport, and community spirit.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM – 9:50 PM
- Location: KCC – Concert Hall & Social House, Port Alberni
- Admission: Free
- Food & Beverage: Available on site
Time
08jul9:00 pmSunset Cinema: HoppersFAMILY & COMMUNITY – Sunday, July 8th – 9PM (at dark)
Event Details
Spend a summer evening under the stars as Sunset Cinema returns to Port Alberni with a free outdoor screening of Disney Pixar’s Hoppers.
Hosted at Bob
Event Details
Spend a summer evening under the stars as Sunset Cinema returns to Port Alberni with a free outdoor screening of Disney Pixar’s Hoppers.
Hosted at Bob Dailey Stadium on Wednesday, July 8, this family-friendly event invites movie lovers of all ages to enjoy an unforgettable night of outdoor entertainment. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and your favourite people, then settle in as the movie begins at dusk.
On-site concessions will be available throughout the evening, with proceeds supporting the Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island.
Whether you’re looking for an affordable family outing or simply want to enjoy a movie under the summer sky, Sunset Cinema is one of Port Alberni’s favourite seasonal events.
Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2026
- Time: Movie begins at dark (approximately 9:00 PM)
- Location: Bob Dailey Stadium, Port Alberni
- Admission: Free
- What to Bring: Lawn chairs and blankets
- Concessions: Available on site
Time
Organizer
Coastal Community Credit Union
11julAll DaySproat Lake Regatta 2026FAMILY EVENT – Saturday, JULY 11th – Sunday, July 12th
Event Details
Feel the excitement as the Sproat Lake Regatta returns for another action-packed weekend of high-speed boat racing on one of Vancouver Island’s most scenic lakes.
Taking place
Event Details
Feel the excitement as the Sproat Lake Regatta returns for another action-packed weekend of high-speed boat racing on one of Vancouver Island’s most scenic lakes.
Taking place July 11–12, 2026, this free spectator event features an impressive lineup of racing classes, including Formula 1, Formula 40, drag boats, flat bottoms, jets, and outboard racing. Watch competitors reach incredible speeds while enjoying spectacular views from the beaches of Sproat Lake Provincial Park or from the water.
Visitors can also get a behind-the-scenes look at the boats and race teams when the pits open to the public on Friday evening, making it a great opportunity to meet drivers, see the race boats up close, and experience the atmosphere before the racing begins.
Whether you’re a longtime racing fan or simply looking for an exciting summer weekend in the Alberni Valley, the Sproat Lake Regatta offers fun for the whole family.
Event Details
- Dates: Saturday, July 11 – Sunday, July 12, 2026
- Location: Sproat Lake, Port Alberni
- Admission: Free
- Public Pit Access: Friday evening
Bring a chair, sunscreen, and your camera for one of the Alberni Valley’s fastest and most exciting summer events.
Time
Location
Sproat Lake Provincial Park (location)
BC-4
Organizer
Alberni Valley Regatta Association
To promote water safety in all forms;
To promote and encourage boating in all forms among the members of the society;
To explore and promote community water sports and uses in all its forms for all people and for all ages.
We meet the first Monday of each month and are always looking for new volunteers.
11jul7:30 pmWomen of the Fur TradeARTS & CULTURE – Saturday, July 11th – 7:30PM
Event Details
Women of the Fur Trade
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 7:30 PM
The Capitol Theatre | Port Alberni
Award-winning Indigenous theatre comes to Port Alberni this July as Reconciliation Theatre presents
Event Details
Women of the Fur Trade
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 7:30 PM
The Capitol Theatre | Port Alberni
Award-winning Indigenous theatre comes to Port Alberni this July as Reconciliation Theatre presents Women of the Fur Trade, the critically acclaimed comedy by playwright Frances Koncan.
Part of Reconciliation Theatre’s fourth annual Vancouver Island summer tour, this witty historical satire follows three women living in the fur trade era as they navigate love, friendship, identity, and survival. Blending modern humour with Canadian history, the play offers a fresh perspective on the past while exploring themes that remain relevant today.
Set “eighteen hundred and something-something” along the banks of the Red River, the story centres on Marie-Angélique, Eugenia, and Cecilia—three unforgettable women whose conversations are filled with sharp wit, contemporary slang, and plenty of unexpected twists. As romance, rebellion, and rivalries unfold, Women of the Fur Trade challenges familiar historical narratives through an Indigenous and female lens.
Praised by critics for its humour, originality, and timely storytelling, this acclaimed production has captivated audiences across Canada.
Tickets are free, but advance reservations are recommended.
Time
Location
Capitol Theatre (location)
4904 Argyle Street
Organizer
Reconciliation Theatre
17jul5:30 pmA Fair Night MarketMARKET – FRIDAY, JULY 17TH – 5:30PM – 9:30PM
Event Details
Kick off fair season with an evening of shopping, food, music, and community at A Fair Night Market in Port Alberni.
Hosted by the Alberni District Fall
Event Details
Kick off fair season with an evening of shopping, food, music, and community at A Fair Night Market in Port Alberni.
Hosted by the Alberni District Fall Fair, this free community event brings together local vendors, live entertainment, beverage gardens, and a lively chili contest for an enjoyable summer evening. Browse unique products from local makers, grab a bite to eat, enjoy live music, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere with family and friends.
Whether you’re looking for handcrafted goods, delicious food, or simply a fun night out, A Fair Night Market offers something for everyone.
Event Details
- Date: Friday, July 17, 2026
- Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
- Location: Hollywood Street, Port Alberni
- Admission: Free
Interested in becoming a vendor or entering the chili contest? Visit the Alberni District Fall Fair website for registration and event information.
Time
Location
Fairgrounds (location)
4090 Hollywood St, V9Y 4B3
Organizer
Purchase Tickets Online
18jul10:00 am2:00 pmRotary Colour Fest 2026Family Fun – Saturday, July 19, 2025 – 10AM – 3PM
Event Details
Colour walk, family fun, and a free community festival at Blair Park
Rotary Colour Fest returns to Port Alberni on July 18, 2026, bringing a high-energy day of colour, community, and
Event Details
Colour walk, family fun, and a free community festival at Blair Park
Rotary Colour Fest returns to Port Alberni on July 18, 2026, bringing a high-energy day of colour, community, and family-friendly fun.
The event features a 2.5 km walk, run, or roll along the Kitsuksis Dyke Trail, where participants pass through six colour stations and get covered in vibrant, non-toxic powder. Registration is required for the colour walk.
Back at Blair Park, the celebration continues with a free festival open to everyone. Enjoy live music, food trucks, local vendors, and activities for kids, including face painting, balloon art, games, and access to the splash park. Additional attractions such as bouncy castles are planned.
All proceeds from the event support local youth and kids programs.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Blair Park, Port Alberni
- Colour Walk: 2.5 km on Kitsuksis Dyke Trail
- Registration: Required for colour walk
- Cost: $20 per person | $45 per family
- Festival Access: Free and open to the public
- Website: www.rotarycolourfest.com
Time
Location
Blair Park (location)
5095 Pineo Rd, Port Alberni
Organizer
Rotary Club of Port Alberni
22jul5:30 pm7:30 pmWednesday Night MarketCOMMUNITY MARKET – Wednesdays – 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food and handmade products more accessible to the community.
Browse a selection of seasonal produce, locally made food, and artisan goods while supporting farmers and small businesses from across the Alberni Valley. The market also accepts BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program coupons, helping make fresh local food available to more families.
Vendors are welcome to drop in for $10 per evening, with a focus on farmers and food producers.
Event Details
Dates: Wednesdays (seasonal)
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building, 3033 3rd Avenue, Port Alberni
Admission: Free to attend
Time
Location
Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building
3033 3rd Avenue
Organizer
Spirit Square Farmers' Market
Event Details
Celebrate a day of live music, community, and family fun at the Summer Rain Christian Music Festival in Port Alberni. Hosted by Grace Point Ministries, this free annual outdoor event
Event Details
Celebrate a day of live music, community, and family fun at the Summer Rain Christian Music Festival in Port Alberni. Hosted by Grace Point Ministries, this free annual outdoor event brings together local and visiting Christian artists for an uplifting day of music and fellowship.
This year’s festival features performances by Dr. Bones Project, Leah Catherine, and Tamara Arbeau. Visitors can also browse a vendor market running from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, offering handmade crafts, baked goods, preserves, artwork, woodwork, and products from local small businesses.
Bring your family, enjoy live entertainment throughout the day, and experience one of Port Alberni’s welcoming community summer events.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Vendor Market: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Location: Russell Field, 3031 4th Avenue, Port Alberni, BC
Admission: Free
Time
25jul6:00 pm9:00 pmHeifers & hors d’oeuvresCulinary Experience – July 25th, 2026 | 6-9pm
Event Details
Join us for an evening on the farm, where you can enjoy curated small bites made with local ingredients, explore around The Cabin, and enjoy delicious beverages available for purchase
Event Details
Join us for an evening on the farm, where you can enjoy curated small bites made with local ingredients, explore around The Cabin, and enjoy delicious beverages available for purchase from Nilo du Plessis of Antidote Distilling.
We’re thrilled to host an evening where you’ll learn about the producers and fishermen who have provided local ingredients for the event, and how you can support them.
After you’re greeted by your host Tanya, and choose your welcome tasting from Cherry Creek Cidery or Wildkind Kombucha, explore the setting and start your culinary experience – all the food will be set up and served in the barn area, and bar service will be adjacent to it. Our menu for 2026 has been
prepared by Chef Martin Dean of Neck of the Woods catering.
As you enjoy the food and drinks during the evening, explore the trail system, enjoy the field and view of the Beaufort Mounatin Range, find a seat at the long tables, or relax by the fire pit.
Tickets are $150 each (plus GST), and include all food, and welcome tasting. Please note tickets are non-refundable.
Time
Location
Shannon Farms (location)
8865 Beaver Creek Rd
Organizer
29jul5:30 pm7:30 pmWednesday Night MarketCOMMUNITY MARKET – Wednesdays – 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food and handmade products more accessible to the community.
Browse a selection of seasonal produce, locally made food, and artisan goods while supporting farmers and small businesses from across the Alberni Valley. The market also accepts BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program coupons, helping make fresh local food available to more families.
Vendors are welcome to drop in for $10 per evening, with a focus on farmers and food producers.
Event Details
Dates: Wednesdays (seasonal)
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building, 3033 3rd Avenue, Port Alberni
Admission: Free to attend
Time
Location
Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building
3033 3rd Avenue
Organizer
Spirit Square Farmers' Market
August
Spirit Square Farmers MarketMarket – Every Saturday 9am – 12PM
Event Details
Founded in 2013, the year-round Spirit Square Farmers’ Market in Port Alberni is dedicated to promoting agriculture and healthy living.
Products include locally grown beef, chicken, pork, lamb and emu products;
Event Details
Founded in 2013, the year-round Spirit Square Farmers’ Market in Port Alberni is dedicated to promoting agriculture and healthy living.
Products include locally grown beef, chicken, pork, lamb and emu products; and, fresh, local seasonal vegetables, and fruit. Local artisans and crafters offer a wide array of locally crafted items.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 12 noon, year around.
Time
Location
Harbour Quay (location)
5440 Argyle St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1T6
Organizer
Port Alberni Farmers’ MarketMarket – Every Saturday 9am – 1pm
Event Details
The Farmers’ Market is a way for farmers to promote local agriculture for marketing their fresh products that are grown, raised, and/or produced off their land. It is also an
Event Details
The Farmers’ Market is a way for farmers to promote local agriculture for marketing their fresh products that are grown, raised, and/or produced off their land. It is also an opportunity for others who make crafts or who bake to join in with the farmers to market their own unique creations as well.
Bakers, crafters and farmers have created a flourishing Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm, year-round.
Time
Location
Formerly Cherry Creek School (location)
6211 Cherry Creek Rd
Organizer
05aug5:30 pm7:30 pmWednesday Night MarketCOMMUNITY MARKET – Wednesdays – 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food and handmade products more accessible to the community.
Browse a selection of seasonal produce, locally made food, and artisan goods while supporting farmers and small businesses from across the Alberni Valley. The market also accepts BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program coupons, helping make fresh local food available to more families.
Vendors are welcome to drop in for $10 per evening, with a focus on farmers and food producers.
Event Details
Dates: Wednesdays (seasonal)
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building, 3033 3rd Avenue, Port Alberni
Admission: Free to attend
Time
Location
Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building
3033 3rd Avenue
Organizer
Spirit Square Farmers' Market
07aug(aug 7)6:00 pm09(aug 9)6:00 pmThunder in the Valley Drag RacesEntertainment – August 7th – 9th
Event Details
Thunder in the Valley returns to Port Alberni for another adrenaline-filled weekend of drag racing and tire-smoking action at Tyee Landing. Hosted by the Alberni Valley Drag Racing Association (AVDRA),
Event Details
Thunder in the Valley returns to Port Alberni for another adrenaline-filled weekend of drag racing and tire-smoking action at Tyee Landing. Hosted by the Alberni Valley Drag Racing Association (AVDRA), this three-day event brings together racers, car enthusiasts, and spectators from across Vancouver Island and beyond for one of the region’s premier motorsports weekends.
From August 7–9, 2026, experience exciting drag racing, the crowd-favourite burnout contest, incredible vehicles, and family-friendly entertainment on the Somass Lands at Tyee Landing.
Event Highlights
- Friday Burnout Contest
Starts at 6:00 PM with cash prizes awarded in multiple classes. - Two Full Days of Drag Racing
Racing begins at 10:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday. - Cash Prizes
Competitors race for prize money across multiple racing classes throughout the weekend. - Family-Friendly Event
Kids 12 and under receive free admission.
Event Information
- Dates: August 7–9, 2026
- Location: Somass Lands at Tyee Landing, Port Alberni
- Friday: Burnout Contest begins at 6:00 PM
- Saturday & Sunday: Drag Racing starts at 10:00 AM
- Admission: Friday $5 • Saturday & Sunday $10 • Children 12 and under are free
- Registration: albernidragracing.ca/registration
Whether you’re cheering from the grandstands or competing on the track, Thunder in the Valley delivers a weekend of horsepower, competition, and excitement in the heart of the Alberni Valley.
Time
Location
Somass Lands Site
5000 Block, Dunbar Rd
Organizer
Alberni Valley Drag Racing Association
08aug5:00 pm9:00 pmGather & GrazeOUTDOOR CULINARY EXPERIENCE
Event Details
Saturday, August 8th, 2026 | 5-9pm
The Third Annual Gather & Graze dinner is a fine dining, culinary surf and turf experience set amongst the trees at The Cabin at Shannon
Event Details
Saturday, August 8th, 2026 | 5-9pm
The Third Annual Gather & Graze dinner is a fine dining, culinary surf and turf experience set amongst the trees at The Cabin at Shannon Farms.
Enjoy served appetizers during cocktail hour, followed by a sit down, four-course meal prepared by Chef Martin Dean of Neck of the Woods. Guests will select their choice of drink flight to accompany dinner; Antidote Distilling cocktails (or mocktails), Dog Mountain Brewing craft beer, or wine at the time of ticket purchase.
We are thrilled host an event to support local producers, foragers, fishermen, and small businesses by purchasing their products, and showcasing them in an upscale dinner experience. Guests will enjoy a unique atmosphere, meet new people, and learn about local agriculture and small businesses.
Tickets are $250 each (plus GST), and include all food, and drink flight of choice with dinner.
60 seats available.
Time
Location
Shannon Farms (location)
8865 Beaver Creek Rd
Organizer
Event Details
Five Acre Shaker on Hiatus for 2026
Update (July 2026): The organizers of Five Acre Shaker have announced that the festival will not take place in 2026.
After more
Event Details
Five Acre Shaker on Hiatus for 2026
Update (July 2026): The organizers of Five Acre Shaker have announced that the festival will not take place in 2026.
After more than a decade of bringing music, art, food, and community together in Port Alberni, Five Acre Co. has decided to pause the festival for one year while they strengthen their organization and plan for the future.
The team has shared that this is a hiatus rather than the end of the festival. They are using this time to build organizational capacity, reimagine the event, and work toward bringing Five Acre Shaker back in 2027.
Stay Connected
For the latest updates on the festival’s future, visit the official website or follow Five Acre Co. on social media.
Website: https://www.fiveacre.ca/
Facebook: Five Acre Co.
Instagram: @fiveacreco
Planning a summer visit to Port Alberni? Be sure to browse our Events Calendar for other festivals and events happening throughout the Alberni Valley.
Time
Location
Fairgrounds (location)
4090 Hollywood St, V9Y 4B3
Organizer
Purchase Tickets Online
12aug5:30 pm7:30 pmWednesday Night MarketCOMMUNITY MARKET – Wednesdays – 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food and handmade products more accessible to the community.
Browse a selection of seasonal produce, locally made food, and artisan goods while supporting farmers and small businesses from across the Alberni Valley. The market also accepts BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program coupons, helping make fresh local food available to more families.
Vendors are welcome to drop in for $10 per evening, with a focus on farmers and food producers.
Event Details
Dates: Wednesdays (seasonal)
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building, 3033 3rd Avenue, Port Alberni
Admission: Free to attend
Time
Location
Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building
3033 3rd Avenue
Organizer
Spirit Square Farmers' Market
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15aug9:00 am12:00 pmSpirited Kids MarketCOMMUNITY MARKET – Saturday, August 15 – 9AM – 12PM
Event Details
Spirited Kids Market – Spirit Square Farmers’ Market
Young entrepreneurs are invited to showcase their talents at the Spirited Kids Market during the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market in Port Alberni. Open
Event Details
Spirited Kids Market – Spirit Square Farmers’ Market
Young entrepreneurs are invited to showcase their talents at the Spirited Kids Market during the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market in Port Alberni. Open to youth aged 17 and under, this special market encourages young growers, makers, and creators to sell fresh produce, flowers, plants, handmade crafts, and other creative products.
Hosted at Harbour Quay on August 15, 2026, the event provides young vendors with a table, waived table fees, and a pre-market preparation pack courtesy of Community Futures Alberni-Clayoquot. Spaces are limited, so early applications are encouraged.
Whether you’re growing vegetables, creating artwork, or crafting handmade goods, this is a great opportunity to build confidence, gain entrepreneurial experience, and connect with the local community.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Harbour Quay, 5440 Argyle Street, Port Alberni
Who Can Apply: Youth vendors aged 17 and under
Applications: email hidden; JavaScript is required
Time
Location
Harbour Quay (location)
5440 Argyle St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1T6
Organizer
Spirit Square Farmers' Market
19aug5:30 pm7:30 pmWednesday Night MarketCOMMUNITY MARKET – Wednesdays – 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food and handmade products more accessible to the community.
Browse a selection of seasonal produce, locally made food, and artisan goods while supporting farmers and small businesses from across the Alberni Valley. The market also accepts BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program coupons, helping make fresh local food available to more families.
Vendors are welcome to drop in for $10 per evening, with a focus on farmers and food producers.
Event Details
Dates: Wednesdays (seasonal)
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building, 3033 3rd Avenue, Port Alberni
Admission: Free to attend
Time
Location
Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building
3033 3rd Avenue
Organizer
Spirit Square Farmers' Market
26aug5:30 pm7:30 pmWednesday Night MarketCOMMUNITY MARKET – Wednesdays – 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food and handmade products more accessible to the community.
Browse a selection of seasonal produce, locally made food, and artisan goods while supporting farmers and small businesses from across the Alberni Valley. The market also accepts BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program coupons, helping make fresh local food available to more families.
Vendors are welcome to drop in for $10 per evening, with a focus on farmers and food producers.
Event Details
Dates: Wednesdays (seasonal)
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building, 3033 3rd Avenue, Port Alberni
Admission: Free to attend
Time
Location
Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building
3033 3rd Avenue
Organizer
Spirit Square Farmers' Market
September
Spirit Square Farmers MarketMarket – Every Saturday 9am – 12PM
Event Details
Founded in 2013, the year-round Spirit Square Farmers’ Market in Port Alberni is dedicated to promoting agriculture and healthy living.
Products include locally grown beef, chicken, pork, lamb and emu products;
Event Details
Founded in 2013, the year-round Spirit Square Farmers’ Market in Port Alberni is dedicated to promoting agriculture and healthy living.
Products include locally grown beef, chicken, pork, lamb and emu products; and, fresh, local seasonal vegetables, and fruit. Local artisans and crafters offer a wide array of locally crafted items.
Every Saturday from 9 am to 12 noon, year around.
Time
Location
Harbour Quay (location)
5440 Argyle St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1T6
Organizer
Port Alberni Farmers’ MarketMarket – Every Saturday 9am – 1pm
Event Details
The Farmers’ Market is a way for farmers to promote local agriculture for marketing their fresh products that are grown, raised, and/or produced off their land. It is also an
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The Farmers’ Market is a way for farmers to promote local agriculture for marketing their fresh products that are grown, raised, and/or produced off their land. It is also an opportunity for others who make crafts or who bake to join in with the farmers to market their own unique creations as well.
Bakers, crafters and farmers have created a flourishing Farmers’ Market
Every Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm, year-round.
Time
Location
Formerly Cherry Creek School (location)
6211 Cherry Creek Rd
Organizer
02sep5:30 pm7:30 pmWednesday Night MarketCOMMUNITY MARKET – Wednesdays – 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food and handmade products more accessible to the community.
Browse a selection of seasonal produce, locally made food, and artisan goods while supporting farmers and small businesses from across the Alberni Valley. The market also accepts BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program coupons, helping make fresh local food available to more families.
Vendors are welcome to drop in for $10 per evening, with a focus on farmers and food producers.
Event Details
Dates: Wednesdays (seasonal)
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building, 3033 3rd Avenue, Port Alberni
Admission: Free to attend
Time
Location
Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building
3033 3rd Avenue
Organizer
Spirit Square Farmers' Market
04sepAll Day06Salmon Festival 2026SALMON FESTIVAL – September 4th – 6th (Derby ends on the 7th)
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Celebrate Labour Day Weekend at the Port Alberni Salmon Festival
Held on the traditional territories of the Tseshaht and Hupacasath First Nations, the Port Alberni Salmon Festival returns to Tyee Landing
Event Details
Celebrate Labour Day Weekend at the Port Alberni Salmon Festival
Held on the traditional territories of the Tseshaht and Hupacasath First Nations, the Port Alberni Salmon Festival returns to Tyee Landing for another Labour Day Weekend celebration of fishing, food, music, art, and community. This annual festival is one of the Alberni Valley’s signature events, welcoming locals and visitors alike for four days of entertainment, delicious food, local vendors, and the renowned Alberni Valley Salmon Derby.
Whether you’re casting a line in the derby, enjoying live music, browsing artisan vendors, or relaxing on the waterfront with family and friends, the Port Alberni Salmon Festival offers something for everyone.
Festival Highlights
- Alberni Valley Salmon Derby
Watch anglers compete throughout the weekend for daily prizes and the grand prize awarded for the largest salmon caught. - Live Entertainment
Enjoy music and performances throughout the festival weekend. - Food & Beverages
Sample local favourites while celebrating Port Alberni’s rich fishing heritage. - Artisan & Community Vendors
Browse unique handmade goods, artwork, and products from local businesses. - Family-Friendly Atmosphere
Spend Labour Day Weekend enjoying activities and entertainment for all ages.
Key Information at a Glance
- Festival Dates: September 4–7, 2026 (Labour Day Weekend)
- Location: Tyee Landing, 3300 Harbour Road, Port Alberni, BC
- Festival Hours:
- Friday, September 4: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday, September 5: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday, September 6: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Salmon Derby Hours:
- Saturday, September 5: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday, September 6: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Monday, September 7: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Official Website: salmonfestival.ca
- Social: @PortAlberniSalmonFestival on Facebook & Instagram
For derby registration, rules, prize information, and the latest event updates, please visit the official festival website or contact the Alberni Valley Tyee Club.
Planning a weekend getaway? Visit the Alberni Valley Tourism Plan Your Trip page for accommodations, dining, attractions, and more things to do while you’re here.
Come for the fishing, stay for the community, and experience one of Port Alberni’s favourite Labour Day Weekend traditions.
Time
Location
Tyee Landing (location)
3300 Harbour Rd, V9Y 4B9
Organizer
09sep5:30 pm7:30 pmWednesday Night MarketCOMMUNITY MARKET – Wednesdays – 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food
Event Details
Spend your Wednesday evenings shopping local at the Wednesday Night Market in Port Alberni. Hosted by the Spirit Square Farmers’ Market, this weekly evening market makes fresh, locally grown food and handmade products more accessible to the community.
Browse a selection of seasonal produce, locally made food, and artisan goods while supporting farmers and small businesses from across the Alberni Valley. The market also accepts BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program coupons, helping make fresh local food available to more families.
Vendors are welcome to drop in for $10 per evening, with a focus on farmers and food producers.
Event Details
Dates: Wednesdays (seasonal)
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building, 3033 3rd Avenue, Port Alberni
Admission: Free to attend
Time
Location
Parking lot between Steampunks Café and the Public Safety Building
3033 3rd Avenue
Organizer
Spirit Square Farmers' Market
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