cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 97 POETRY EVENTS Poetry in the Harbour Join Poet Laureate, Neil Surkan and special guests for an evening of poetry at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre. Events are held bi-monthly. Read, Reflect, Learn A free poetry workshop about Savouring, Wondering and Daring facilitated by Poet Laureate, Neil Surkan. Held Wednesdays, Apr 1, May 6 & Jun 3, 6-7 pm in the North Nanaimo Library Board Room (6250 Hammond Bay Rd). The Culture & Events team has many exciting projects and events coming this spring and summer, including ongoing cultural events, Concerts in the Park and the unveiling of more public art projects! Follow us on prc_nanaimo on Instagram or subscribe to the “Love Arts Nanaimo” newsletter through our website at nanaimo.ca 2026 CULTURE AWARDS - SAVE THE DATE! Mark the date! The City of Nanaimo’s FREE annual Culture Awards gala is coming up on Tuesday, April 14 at the Port Theatre. Join us for an evening of cultural excellence and achievement as we celebrate the 2026 award recipients. Subscribe to our Love Arts newsletter so you don’t miss out on reserving your FREE tickets! CONCERTS IN THE PARK BACK THIS SPRING! Get ready to move to the music! From April to August, the FREE Concerts in the Park summer series will showcase local musicians in parks throughout the City. Watch the City of Nanaimo website for updates on performers and locations. Truth performing at Concerts in the Park (photo by Sean Fenzl Photography) 2026 CULTURE & EVENTS GRANTS The City of Nanaimo’s Culture & Event Grants strengthen our vibrant arts community by supporting more than 40 local organizations, projects and events annually! In 2026, the City is providing $705,421 in funding to local culture and events groups and initiatives through our Culture Operating Grants, Culture Project Grants and the Downtown Event Revitalization Fund. Watch for more information about City of Nanaimo Culture and Events Grants in the coming months! Picnic in the Plaza hosted by the Downtown Nanaimo Business Association
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