Path of the Totem

Cowichan Public Art Gallery 126 Ingram Street, Duncan, BC, Canada

The totem poles of The City of Duncan, a celebration of design and cultural significance. From the original model carvings to the final full size installations.

Admission by donation

Island Taste Trail

Embark on a culinary adventure with the Island Taste Trail! From October 18 to November 10 enjoy exclusive pairings at local restaurants inspired by the flavours of Vancouver Island. From Cowichan all the way to Campbell River, with stops in Nanaimo, Parksville Qualicum Beach and the Comox Valley.

Feature prices are available on the website

Six by Six: Gala and Art Auction Fundraiser

Cowichan Valley Arts Council 2687 James Street, Duncan, BC

This year, the event will be held for two weeks in our main gallery space, culminating in a live, in-person auction Gala on November 9 at 6:30 pm.

$25

Art Show: Solace

Ladysmith Gallery 32 High Street, Ladysmith

In times of distress, grief, and sadness we can lean on comfort and consolation to ease our heavy hearts and minds. Experience artistic interpretations of this complex state in our November art show: Solace.

Free

Winter Warmer Open House at Blue Grouse

Blue Grouse Estate Winery 2182 Lakeside Road, Duncan, BC

As the temperatures drop, let us lift your spirits with a cozy open house at our winery! Enjoy music, warm ambiance, and delightful company as we toast to the joys of the season.

Holiday Sip & Shop

Downtown Chemainus Willow Street, Chemainus, BC, Canada

Night market, food, wine, music, and shopping in downtown Chemainus to get everyone in the Christmas spirit!

Duncan Farmers’ Market Night Market

Duncan Farmers’ Market 200 Craig Street, Duncan, BC

Join us for an enchanting evening under the stars at the Duncan Farmers’ Market Night Market!

Free

Deck the Hall Christmas Market

Cowichan Exhibition Park 7380 Trans-Canada Hwy, Duncan, BC, Canada

The market welcomes over 120 artisans from all over Vancouver Island and is the perfect opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done while supporting local businesses.

Free

Miss Bennet Christmas at Pemberley

Chemainus Theatre Festival 9737 Chemainus Road, Chemainus, BC

A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice set at Christmas two years after the novel ends, MISS BENNET continues the story, only this time with bookish middle-sister Mary as its unlikely heroine. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.

Paperworks: Printmakers of the Salish Sea

Ladysmith Gallery 32 High Street, Ladysmith

Join us for PaperWorks, a group exhibition and sale of original prints by Printmakers of the Salish Sea.

Free

Stay with us

Whether you are looking for cozy, quaint or quirky – Cowichan has the perfect place to lay your head. Gather in the warm embrace of home comforts and rural life.

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Eat with us

A mild, Mediterranean-like climate and an abundance of fertile land are just two of the factors that have helped Cowichan become what renowned foodie James Barber referred to as “Canada’s Provence”.

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