Halloween Special: Ghosts of the Alberni Valley

Looking for a spooky way to spend this Halloween? Believe it… or not, the Alberni Valley is home a number of rather (in)famous resident ghosts and creatures. We’ve gathered a few of their stories for your spook fulfilled enjoyment. Who knows, maybe you might even want to do a little “ghost busting” yourself! Cameron Lake […]

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Autumn Activities in the Alberni Valley

Harvest Season Fun for Everyone There is plenty of fall fun to be had in the Alberni Valley for all ages, and families too! We welcome cooler (yet sunny!) October days with cozy sweaters, warm apple cider, hikes in the forest admiring the changing leaves and watching the salmon jumping at Stamp Falls. Cruise the […]

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Upcoming Events in the Alberni Valley

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April

Harbour Quay5440 Argyle St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1T6

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

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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;

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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.

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Year Around Event (2023)(GMT-11:00)

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Harbour Quay

5440 Argyle St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1T6

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Formerly Cherry Creek School6211 Cherry Creek Rd

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

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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

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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.

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Year Around Event (2023)(GMT-11:00)

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Formerly Cherry Creek School

6211 Cherry Creek Rd

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Char's Landing4815 Argyle Street

Live Entertainment at Char's LandingMusic - Weekly Live Entertainment

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Looking for live entertainment in Port Alberni? Check out the upcoming schedule at Char’s Landing. With live music and spoken word performances throughout the month, ranging from Jazz, Blues and Folk,

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Looking for live entertainment in Port Alberni?

Check out the upcoming schedule at Char’s Landing. With live music and spoken word performances throughout the month, ranging from Jazz, Blues and Folk, with a little Boogie thrown in too (so don’t forget your dancing shoes!) Tickets Available for purchase online, use direct links in performance listings. Or by calling Char’s (250-730-1636) Dates and times vary. For more information on upcoming performances check out the event schedule at Char’s Landing website.

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Year Around Event (2024)(GMT-11:00)

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Char's Landing

4815 Argyle Street

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McLean Mill Historic Park5633 Smith Rd

07apr11:00 am3:00 pmMcLean Mill 10KSupporting KidSport Port Alberni

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A new distance, route, and name! ⁣ Ridge View Health & Performance is proud to present the McLean Mill 10K as part of the Vancouver Island Race Series 2023! The McLean

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A new distance, route, and name! ⁣

Ridge View Health & Performance is proud to present the McLean Mill 10K as part of the Vancouver Island Race Series 2023! The McLean Mill 10K offers a rustic and beautiful start and finish area. Those who have enjoyed the Port Alberni Paper Chase will love this new race! ⁣

And best of all – proceeds from the event will support KidSport Port Alberni! ⁣
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2 Ways to Register:⁣

As part of the race series (Registration available now!)⁣
As a single race ⁣(Registration starts November 12, 2022!)

Visit https://www.islandseries.org/ to register and for more information!⁣

Training for your first 10K? Ridge View Health & Performance has you covered! A ‘Learn to Run 10K’ training program will be provided by our physiotherapy team. ⁣

Stay tuned for further details about the McLean Mill 10k, posted to this event page as information becomes available.⁣

Get active, reach your running goals and support KidSport Port Alberni! ⁣

We can’t wait to see you there!⁣

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April 7, 2024 11:00 am - 3:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

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McLean Mill Historic Park

5633 Smith Rd

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Alberni Athletic Hall3727 Roger St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8J4

13apr8:30 amAnnual Open Highland Dance CompetitionArts & Culture - Saturday, April 13 - 8:30AM

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Port Alberni Highland Dancers Assn sponsors an annual open highland dance competition each spring to promote highland dance in the Alberni Valley.

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Port Alberni Highland Dancers Assn sponsors an annual open highland dance competition each spring to promote highland dance in the Alberni Valley.

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April 13, 2024 8:30 am(GMT+00:00)

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Alberni Athletic Hall

3727 Roger St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8J4

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Mackenzie School of Dance

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ADSS Auditorium4000 Roger Street

14apr2:00 pm4:00 pmGreater Victoria Police Chorus Fundraiser

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CELEBRATE SONG WITH THE COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL The Community Arts Council will be holding a VERY special spring concert, with special guests, the Greater Victoria Police Chorus. Join us for an

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CELEBRATE SONG WITH THE COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL

The Community Arts Council will be holding a VERY special spring concert, with special guests, the Greater Victoria Police Chorus. Join us for an afternoon of song and help raise funds for the arts in our community.

Date: Sunday April 14th at the ADSS Auditorium
Time: 2 – 4 pm
Tickets: $30.00 – available at the Grove Arts Gallery, located at the Harbour Quay

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April 14, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

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ADSS Auditorium

4000 Roger Street

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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 Council acquired the current historical site of the Rollin Art Centre.

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ADSS Auditorium4000 Roger Street

28apr2:30 pmTimbre! Choir: A Love Song to the WorldMUSIC - Sunday, April 28th at 2:30PM

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Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at the ADSS Theatre as Timbre! Choir, with Musical Director Rosemary Lindsay, presents A Love Song to the World, which promises to be a

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Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at the ADSS Theatre as Timbre! Choir, with Musical Director Rosemary Lindsay, presents A Love Song to the World, which promises to be a celebration of love, unity, and the power of music.

With our very special guests Danielle Marcinek (piano), Ken Lister (bass) and Graham Villette (drums), as well as our friends from Chor Leoni.

Spend the afternoon with Timbre! Choir as they take you on a musical journey like no other~ this repertoire will touch your soul and leave you feeling inspired.

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April 28, 2024 2:30 pm(GMT+00:00)

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ADSS Auditorium

4000 Roger Street

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Timbre! Choir

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