Special Events
Feb 11 | North Island Concert Society - The Sojourners | Port Hardy @ the Civic Centre | An evening of dinner and music. Dinner is served at 6 PM, show begins at 7:30.
The Sojourners are a trio that have recreated a classic gospel sound where doo wop, R&B, country and blues come together to create a unique sound that shouldn't be missed. |
Feb 11 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Wild Whales - BC Cetacean Sightings Network | Port McNeill @ the Gatehouse Theatre | Where are the whales? Calling all mariners, fishers, whale enthusiasts and coastal residents of the North Island, join Caitlin Birdsall of the BC Cetacean Sightings Network to learn more about whales, dolphins, porpoises and sea turtles. Also fine out how you can be part of a coast-wide citizen science project. Free admission, all ages welcome. Hosted by the Young Naturalist Club of NVI. |
Feb 13 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Wild Whales - BC Cetacean Sightings Network | Port Hardy @ the Quatse Salmon Centre | Where are the whales? Calling all mariners, fishers, whale enthusiasts and coastal residents of the North Island, join Caitlin Birdsall of the BC Cetacean Sightings Network to learn more about whales, dolphins, porpoises and sea turtles. Also fine out how you can be part of a coast-wide citizen science project. Free admission, all ages welcome. |
Feb 15 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Wild Whales - BC Cetacean Sightings Network | Sointula @ the Old Fire Hall | Where are the whales? Calling all mariners, fishers, whale enthusiasts and coastal residents of the North Island, join Caitlin Birdsall of the BC Cetacean Sightings Network to learn more about whales, dolphins, porpoises and sea turtles. Also fine out how you can be part of a coast-wide citizen science project. Free admission, all ages welcome. Hosted by the Living Oceans Society. |
Feb 25 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | The Reel North Island Film Festival - Monsieur Lazhar | Port Hardy @ PHSS Little Theatre | February's film is "Monsieur Lazhar", an Oscar nominee for best foreign language picture.
The Reel North Island Film Festival provides access to Canadian and international independent films through grassroots distribution. www.grassrootsgarden.org/ReelFilmFestival.html |
Mar 8 - Mar 11 | Oscar Hickes Hockey Tournament | Port Alice @ the Arena | A Port Alice on-ice tradition. This is a great community event bringing past and present North Islander's together in the name of hockey. |
Mar 10 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | North Island Concert Society - Barney Bentall with Eric Reid | Port Hardy @ the Civic Centre | This legendary Canadian singer songwriter will share his stories through song. Influenced by western and mountain folk music, these roots-rock songs will demand your attention. |
Mar 31 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm | Port Hardy Annual Business Awards & Social Gala | Port Hardy @ the Civic Centre | Country Western is the theme of the 2012 Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Awards & Social Gala. There will be a silent auction and a cash saloon. Get your tickets at the Chamber office, 7250 Market Street in Port Hardy. $35 per cowpoke - includes grub & live music. |
Apr 14 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | North Island Concert Society - Infinitus | Port Hardy @ the Civic Centre | Infinitus is a string trio known for their unique sound and upbeat performance style. With programs that feature polished Classical works and original Jazz, Latin and Hip-Hop arrangements/compositions, audiences can expect a fun and interactive concert experience. |
Jul 1 | Port Hardy Canada Day Celebrations | Port Hardy @ Storey's Beach | An official day of national pride, celebrated in the community of Port Hardy. |
Jul 1 | Port McNeill Canada Day Celebrations | Port McNeill | An official day of national pride, celebrated in the community of Port McNeill. |
Jul 1 | Port Alice Canada Day Block Party | Port Alice | Events throughout the day include the Annual Parade, Crafters, Field Games, Pancake Breakfast, BBQ Lunch and Dinner. Fun for everyone! |
Jul 15 - Jul 16 | FILOMI Days | Port Hardy @ Carrot Park | Community festival - fishing derby, boat building competition, fireworks and much more!
The name FILOMI is the first two letters taken from three of the major resource industries with history in this town: FIshing, LOgging & MIning. |
Jul 27 - Jul 28 | 30th Annual Alert Bay Seafest | Alert Bay | Family feud, adult/youth/child lip sync, Seafest Cabaret craft/food/jewelry/carving you name it tables, T'sasala Cultural Group, opening ceremonies, crowning of Mr & Mrs Seafest, baby contest, Shop Rite shopping spree, Golden Girls contest, Fantasealand parade, kids zone, and more! |
Jul 27 - Jul 29 | 5th Annual Alert Bay Artfest | Alert Bay | Showcasing Alert Bay artists.
10 AM start each day |
Jul 29 | 11th Annual Alert Bay Music Fest | Alert Bay @ Golden Jubilee Park | Local and out of town musicians perform. Music starts at 12 PM. Advance Tickets: Adults $15, Child under 12 years $8; Onsite Tickets (subject to change): Adults $20, Child under 12 years $10 |
Jul 30 | 4th Annual Alert Bay 360 Eco Paddle | Alert Bay | Kayak race around Cormorant Island. Registration at 8 AM, race starts at 11 AM. Contact Eric Gregory for more details 250 974-8255 |
Aug 18 | OrcaFest 2012 | Port McNeill @ the waterfront | The biggest annual festival in Port McNeill starts off with the Orcafest Parade followed by a full day celebration at the waterfront and features fun for all ages. |
Sep 3 | Port Alice Labour Day Picnic | Port Alice | Community picnic |
Sep 8 - Sep 9 | Mount Waddington Regional Fall Fair | Port Hardy @ the Civic Centre | Hosted this year by the District of Port Hardy, this annual event travels between Port Alice, Port Hardy and Port McNeill each year offering crafters and hobby enthusiasts a chance to show off a variety of wares including wine making, canning, gardening, baking, photography and so much more! As well, businesses have a chance to showcase their products and services. |
Sep 24 | Rivers Day | Port Hardy @ the Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre | A fun and educational showcase of our rivers, wildlife, and the environment. |
Oct 27 | Port Alice Halloween Howl | Port Alice | Spooky fun for all ages! Games, Pumpkin Carving Contest, prizes and Concession |
Oct 31 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm | Pumpkin Patch Walk | Port Hardy @ Carrot Park | The Port Hardy & District Chamber of Commerce invite you to the 2011 Great Pumpkin Patch Walk on Tuesday, November 1st. There will be Halloween music, fires to keep people warm and a friendly competition for prizes.
Enter the pumpkin patch at your own risk!!! Spooky sights and sounds abound along the sea walk on Tuesday, Nov 1. Enter thru the “graveyard” and be greeted by the Grim Reaper. Make your way thru the pumpkin patch amidst all the lighted jack-o-lanterns. Complete your haunting journey with hot dogs and hot chocolate around a roaring bon fire. Please contact the Chamber of Commerce for information on how you can donate your Halloween pumpkin to the Patch. |
Nov 18 | Christmas Creations Craft Fair | Port Alice @ the Community Centre | Crafters from the all over the Island come together for this fantastic fair. Great Christmas shopping as well as an excellent way to get into the Christmas Spirit! Delicious food and free Balloons for the kids! |
Dec 31 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Port Hardy Polar Bear Swim | Port Hardy @ the Government Wharf | Brave souls begin the New Year by jumping off the wharf into Hardy Bay! |
Jan 1 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Port McNeill Polar Bear Swim | Port McNeill @ the Boat Launch | Prizes for Youngest, Oldest & Best Dressed. Join the brave Polar Bears at the Port McNeill boat launch... or just come out to watch! |
