Live Events near Nanaimo, BC

Guide to Live Events in Nanaimo: Concerts, Sports and Shows Near You

Nanaimo, BC hosts a wide range of live events, from concerts and theatre performances to local sporting events and community festivals. Whether you're looking to cheer on your favourite team or see a touring artist on stage, Vivid Seats has you covered.

Things to Do in Nanaimo This Week

In Nanaimo, usher in the holidays with A Wonderheads Christmas Carol at The Port Theatre - BC on 24 December.

Sports fans can take a quick trip to Vancouver on 27 December to catch NHL action as the Vancouver Canucks hit the ice at Rogers Arena. For laughs, Hasan Minhaj brings his sharp stand-up to Queen Elizabeth Theatre - Vancouver the same night, while dance fans can groove to Vandelux at Commodore Ballroom. Round out the week with global vibes from Sami Beigi at Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver on 28 December, or bring the family to Disneys Frozen - The Musical at Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage on 26 December.

Things to Do in Nanaimo Next Week

Nanaimo’s week ahead is packed with great options in Vancouver: Fortune Feimster at Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver and Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show at Queen Elizabeth Theatre - Vancouver, both on 30 December.

See out the year with Slow Jam Sundays - Electronic at Commodore Ballroom on New Year’s Eve, then start 2026 with Vancouver Symphony Orchestra at Orpheum Theatre - Vancouver on New Year’s Day. Sports and comedy fans can catch the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena on 3 January and Liza Treyger at Hollywood Theatre - Vancouver on 4 January.