• Green Revolt

    Oliver Woods Community Centre 6000 Oliver Rd, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

    Interested in being a part of discussions to bring positive environmental change to Nanaimo? Join the launch of Green Revolt Action Group. The first session’s topic is on composting in Nanaimo.  

    Free
  • Foragers & Wild Relatives

    Nanaimo Art Gallery 150 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

    Join us for two screenings of films by Jumana Manna, that trace connections between people and plants in conflict zones. The two distinct events are presented alongside the exhibition Biophilia, at Nanaimo Art Gallery. Doors 6:45pm, film 7pm. See website for locations, registration and more info.

  • It Was Just an Accident

    Vancouver Island Conference Centre 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

    It Was Just an Accident (2025) is a political thriller directed by Jafar Panahi about a former Iranian political prisoner, Vahid, who believes he has found his former torturer. Vahid kidnaps the man, leading to a tense, moral road trip to confirm the man's identity, exploring themes of vengeance, trauma, and justice in Iran. Winner of the Palme d'Or at the 2025 Cannes Film​ Festival.

    $15
  • Peak Everything (Amour Apocalypse)

    Vancouver Island Conference Centre 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

    Peak Everything (also titled Amour Apocalypse) is a 2025 Quebecois romantic comedy directed by Anne Émond that explores falling in love amidst the existential dread of climate change. Quebec Cinema Awards Best Visual Effects

    $15
  • It Was Just an Accident

    Vancouver Island Conference Centre 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

    It Was Just an Accident (2025) is a political thriller directed by Jafar Panahi about a former Iranian political prisoner, Vahid, who believes he has found his former torturer. Vahid kidnaps the man, leading to a tense, moral road trip to confirm the man's identity, exploring themes of vengeance, trauma, and justice in Iran. Winner of the Palme d'Or at the 2025 Cannes Film​ Festival.

    $15
  • 1st Annual Downtown Nanaimo Harvest Festival

    Maffeo Sutton Park 100 Comox Rd, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

    Join us at Maffeo Sutton Park on Saturday, October 10, from 2:00-6:00 PM for a free afternoon of fall activities, creativity and community connection. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, a Community Gratitude Wall, hands-on arts and activities, the Harvest Photo Experience, Harvest Trivia, a community Scarecrow Patch and Scarecrow Contest, local organizations and vendors, and more. Visitors are also invited to bring gently used coats and blankets or new socks for our Community Warmth Drive supporting the Salvation Army Nanaimo Centre of Hope. 📍 Maffeo Sutton Park 📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026 🕑 2:00-6:00 PM Thank you again for being part of our first annual Harvest Festival. If you have any questions, please email Amanda at spiritofnanaimo@gmail.com.

  • 2026 Craft Fair – Art/Crafts/Bake Sale

    Nanaimo Golf Club 2800 Highland Blvd, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

    This October, come to the Banquet Hall at the Nanaimo Golf Course for a free-admission Annual Craft Fair! Visit 30 tables of a variety of local crafts and enjoy amazing baked goods! Proceeds from the bake sale support the Salvation Army.

    Free
  • Köln 75

    Vancouver Island Conference Centre 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

    Köln 75 (2025) is a biographical film detailing the true story of 18-year-old Vera Brandes (Mala Emde), who defies parental disapproval and industry sexism to promote a 1975 jazz concert. Despite logistical nightmares, including the wrong piano and a difficult artist, her efforts result in Keith Jarrett’s legendary, improvised Köln Concert.

    $15
  • Köln 75

    Vancouver Island Conference Centre 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

    Köln 75 (2025) is a biographical film detailing the true story of 18-year-old Vera Brandes (Mala Emde), who defies parental disapproval and industry sexism to promote a 1975 jazz concert. Despite logistical nightmares, including the wrong piano and a difficult artist, her efforts result in Keith Jarrett’s legendary, improvised Köln Concert.

    $15
  • Artwalk

    The Artwalk weekend of events. Updates will be posted here when venues, artists, and exhibiting times have been confirmed. You can read more on our Artwalk page in the interim: https://nanaimoartscouncil.ca/programs/artwalk/

  • Green Revolt

    Oliver Woods Community Centre 6000 Oliver Rd, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

    Interested in being a part of discussions to bring positive environmental change to Nanaimo? Join the Green Revolt Action Group.

  • Mother and the Bear

    Vancouver Island Conference Centre 80 Commercial Street, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

    The Mother and the Bear (2024) is a comedic drama about Sara, an overbearing Korean mother who flies to Winnipeg to care for her daughter, Sumi, who is in a coma after a freak accident. While waiting for Sumi to wake, Sara navigates cultural alienation by meddling in her daughter's life, including trying to find her a husband.

    $15