A new spotlight for Labour Day! Hosted by the Rotary Club of Nanaimo North, this free event typically features live music, bouncy castles, food trucks, corn roasts, a vendor market, sports demos, and even a best-dressed pet contest. It’s a local favourite for all ages, with community vibes to match.
Labour Day Events in Nearby Ladysmith If you're up for a short trip, the Labour Day celebration at Transfer Beach in Ladysmith (hosted by the Nanaimo, Duncan & District Labour Council) offers a Fall Fair, markets, and family-friendly fun from around 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Explore Nature & Get Moving
Neck Point Park & Pipers Lagoon
For coastal beauty and fresh air, these spots are unbeatable. Neck Point offers seaside trails, scenic views, and tide pools, really peaceful, especially at sunset.Pipers Lagoon invites a different experience depending on the tide: either a calm lagoon perfect for wading or a wide sandy flat for exploration.
Cable Bay Trail (near Cedar) A short drive away, this easy 2 km forest trail leads down to the ocean, offering lush woods, wildlife viewing, and oceanfront panoramas around the Dodds Narrows area.
Buttertubs Marsh, right in the city, this quiet bird sanctuary offers looping trails, observation decks, and a chance to spot everything from herons to endangered painted turtles
Performing Arts & Local Events
While specifics for Labour Day aren't yet confirmed, the Port Theatre is Nanaimo’s premier performing arts venue, hosting everything from symphony concerts to theater and dance performances. It’s worth checking their schedule in case there are special Labour Day weekend shows!
WildPlay Adventure Park
Thrill-seekers, this one's for you. Zip through treetops, axe throw, conquer high-ropes courses, or take on their legendary 150‑ft bungee jump above the river, yes, it’s as epic as it sounds.
Nanaimo is the perfect Labour Day Weekend escape, offering a mix of community fun, outdoor adventure, and local charm. This costal city has something for everyone.