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

Merridale Christmas Light Up

Merridale Cidery & Distillery 1230 Merridale Road, Cobble Hill

As dusk approaches in Cobble Hill, Merridale comes alive with thousands of twinkling lights and holiday displays. It’s the perfect place to capture dazzling photos and share moments with friends and family.

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

Your Holiday Tradition

Imagine That! 251 Craig Street, Duncan, BC

Featured Artist at Imagine That!

Holiday Pints & Paint Night

Merridale Cidery & Distillery 1230 Merridale Road, Cobble Hill

Paint your mug with a design of your own creation, or choose one of our festive templates to guide you. Make friends with your fellow aspiring artists and take home a beautiful creation to gift or keep at the end of the night.

$38

Ladysmith Festival of Lights

Downtown Ladysmith 1st Avenue, from Warren St. to Buller St., Ladysmith, BC, Canada

Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit and create unforgettable memories amidst the twinkling lights and festive atmosphere!

Free

Black Friday Weekend

Malahat Skywalk 901 Trans-Canada Hwy, Malahat

Black Friday Stay & Save Adventure!

Curated Craft Shopping at Malahat Skywalk Gift Shop

Malahat Skywalk 901 Trans-Canada Hwy, Malahat

Get ready for a holiday shopping experience that’s as unique as the gifts you’ll find! This season, we’re bringing together Vancouver Island’s most talented artisans and makers at the Malahat SkyWalk Gift Shop.

Christmas Open House

Emandare Vineyard 6798 Norcross Road, Duncan, BC, Canada

Join us for this years Christmas open house to celebrate the season!

Merridale’s Santa Experience

Merridale Cidery & Distillery 1230 Merridale Road, Cobble Hill

Join us for a quintessential Christmas experience that’s sure to leave children and adults alike in wonder. Santa will be making a special appearance at Merridale every weekend in December and he has a surprise in store for your little ones. He knows just what they want for Christmas!

$20

Art Show: Illuminate

Ladysmith Gallery 32 High Street, Ladysmith

As the holiday season falls upon us once again we can celebrate cheer, and reflect on the year. Decorative displays of lights dance as the short-lived days of winter flicker in and out. Join artists as they express their interpretations of the theme: Illuminate.

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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