Vancouver Island Cities

Explore 13 unique communities across Vancouver Island, each with its own character, attractions, and experiences

13
Cities
775
Venues
765
Events

All Cities & Communities

Victoria

Southern Vancouver Island

The capital city of British Columbia

🏒118 venuesπŸŽ‰306 eventsπŸ‘₯91,867
Explore Victoria

Nanaimo

Central Vancouver Island

The second largest city on Vancouver Island

🏒71 venuesπŸŽ‰21 eventsπŸ‘₯90,504
Explore Nanaimo

Campbell River

Northern Vancouver Island

The salmon capital of the world

🏒69 venuesπŸŽ‰47 eventsπŸ‘₯35,138
Explore Campbell River

Parksville

Central Vancouver Island

Known for its beautiful beaches and family-friendly atmosphere

🏒68 venuesπŸŽ‰38 eventsπŸ‘₯12,514
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Sidney

Southern Vancouver Island

A charming seaside town near Victoria

🏒67 venuesπŸŽ‰34 eventsπŸ‘₯11,583
Explore Sidney

Duncan

Central Vancouver Island

Known as the City of Totems, Duncan is a charming community in the Cowichan Valley, rich in Indigenous culture and natural beauty.

🏒58 venuesπŸŽ‰17 events
Explore Duncan

Tofino

Central Vancouver Island

A popular surfing and eco-tourism destination

🏒56 venuesπŸŽ‰72 eventsπŸ‘₯2,516
Explore Tofino

Comox Valley

Northern Vancouver Island

A scenic valley encompassing Courtenay, Comox, and Cumberland, known for outdoor recreation, mountains, and ocean access.

🏒53 venuesπŸŽ‰60 events
Explore Comox Valley

Salt Spring Island

Southern Vancouver Island

The largest and most populated of the Gulf Islands, known for its artisan community, Saturday Market, and laid-back island lifestyle.

🏒47 venuesπŸŽ‰42 events
Explore Salt Spring Island

Port Alberni

Central Vancouver Island

Gateway to the West Coast, Port Alberni offers access to pristine wilderness, salmon fishing, and the scenic Alberni Inlet.

🏒45 venuesπŸŽ‰34 events
Explore Port Alberni

Qualicum Beach

Central Vancouver Island

A peaceful seaside community known for its beautiful sandy beaches, golf courses, and retirement-friendly atmosphere.

🏒43 venuesπŸŽ‰39 events
Explore Qualicum Beach

Chemainus

Central Vancouver Island

The Little Town That Did, famous worldwide for its outdoor mural art gallery and charming small-town atmosphere.

🏒42 venuesπŸŽ‰24 events
Explore Chemainus

Sooke

Southern Vancouver Island

A scenic coastal community known for storm watching, rugged coastlines, and outdoor adventures on the southern tip of Vancouver Island.

🏒38 venuesπŸŽ‰31 events
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