Events

Activate 2025 - New Year's Day Event

Nanaimo , Canada
2300 Bowen Road

Beban Park

Start 2025 off “actively” at Nanaimo's family New Year's Day event! Held on Wednesday, January 1, 12-5 pm at Beban Park. Admission (barcode 134029) purchase is available in advance at any recreation centre or at the door for $10 each (2 years & under are free). Enjoy swimming, skating, entertainment, games, crafts, inflatables, a StoryWalk, an ice sculpture, a concession, food trucks and more!

Special Events

The City of Nanaimo hosts special events year round, so check back here often or join us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter as we are always adding more!

Hosting a Special Event in a City of Nanaimo Park?

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Clubs and Organizations in Nanaimo

The City of Nanaimo is home to several clubs and organizations. From arts, social, sports or community, check out this Clubs and Organization Listing and see how you can get involved! Email parksandrecreation@nanaimo.ca to add your non profit group to this list or to update your organization information.

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