VANCOUVER ISLAND
This ten day world-class event, first started in 1982, has been named one of the top five festivals in Canada and one of the top five cultural events in BC. Out of the plenitude of events that can be enjoyed at the Hornby Festival, some will include classical, jazz, world beat and traditional genres of music; modern dance, children’s programming, theatre and spoken word.Staff Writer
The Pacific Rim Summer Festival
Ucluelet, BC – Tofino, BC
July 1-15, 2012
Visit the west coast of Vancouver Island and enjoy the 23st annual Summer Festival; two weeks dedicated to fun, frivolity and fabulous events. There will be a stellar line-up of concerts, spoken word, dance, film and more. From Ucluelet, BC to Tofino, BC, there is certain to be a little something for everyone.
For more information, please phone: (604)630-9688 x 2010, or check online at, www.pacificrimarts.ca.
Victoria's 13th Annual Ska Festival
Victoria, BC
July 10-14, 2012
The Victoria BC Ska Society is a newly formed non-profit organization that is comprised of a handful of organizers, volunteers and Board of Directors whose main goal is to keep Victoria’s Annual Ska Festival improving and evolving year after year. All those involved in the Society have a burning passion for supporting the ska and reggae scene throughout Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland of BC as well as Canada and the rest of the world. Headlining this year is the legendary TOOTS AND THE MAYTALS, who will kick off the festival with their own brand of ska/reggae/soul at Ship Point Inner Harbour.
For more information, email info@victoriaskafest.ca or visit www.victoriaskafest.ca.
Cowichan Festival of Lavender
Duncan, BC
July 28, 2012
The fourth annual Cowichan Festival of Lavender brings together all that's best about Cowichan! Fabulous artisans, jewellers, natural body care, plants and gourmet foods... music with Twango and Eugene Smith, delicious food and famous ice cold lavender lattes and lemonade; workshops, xeriscaping with Bernie Dinter, food demonstrations with Equinox Cafe and Gary Faessler of River's Bend Winery. Come and walk the lavender labyrinth and explore the beautiful herb gardens of the Valhalla Herb Farm, 3693 Gibbins Road, Duncan, BC
For further information, call (250) 743-8036 or check online at: cowichanlavender@shaw.ca, www.cowichanfestivaloflavender.ca
Hornby Festival
Hornby Island, BC
August 2-11, 2012
This ten day world-class event, first started in 1982, has been named one of the top five festivals in Canada and one of the top five cultural events in BC. Out of the plenitude of events that can be enjoyed at the Hornby Festival, some will include classical, jazz, world beat and traditional genres of music; modern dance, children’s programming, theatre and spoken word. For more information, please contact: The 2012 Hornby Festival Society at (250) 335-2734, or go online at hornbyfestival@uniserve.com.
Salmon Festival
Port Alberni, BC
September 1-3, 2012
Canada's Ultimate Fishing Town's 41st Annual Salmon Festival & World-Class Fishing Derby takes place Sept.1 - 3, 2012 at the Clutesi Haven Marina. Held in the salmon capital of the world, this festival of fish celebrates all things salmon. From derbies and dances, to dinners and divas, this event is sure to whet your appetite, no matter what your tastes. See for yourself, at http://salmonfest.ca ,www.pasalmonfest.com, or call(250) 723-8165.