Must-see entertainment in Vancouver Island

  • Belfry Theatre

    Victoria

    The celebrated Belfry Theatre showcases contemporary plays in its lovely former church-building venue, a 20-minute stroll from downtown.

  • Vic Theatre

    Victoria

    Screening art-house and festival movies in the heart of downtown, the Vic charges a $2 membership alongside your ticket admission.

  • Victoria Symphony

    Victoria

    The city's main orchestra plays most of its concerts at downtown's Royal Theatre, as well as performing a highly popular one-night gig every year on a…

  • Namgis Big House

    Vancouver Island

    This traditional clan house hosts dance performances by Alert Bay's local Namgis community in summer. Ask at the visitor center for performance times and…

  • IMAX Theatre

    Victoria

    The IMAX Theatre at the Royal BC Museum shows larger-than-life documentaries and Hollywood blockbusters. The theater opens at 10am and closes after the…

  • Royal Theatre

    Victoria

    The Royal Theatre hosts mainstream stage productions in its rococo interior, and is home to the Victoria Symphony and Pacific Opera Victoria.

  • Chemainus Theatre

    Vancouver Island

    This large, well-resourced theater is the town's main cultural lure and would be equally at home in a far bigger city. It stages shows for much of the…

  • Queen's Hotel

    Nanaimo

    The city's best live-music and dance spot, hosting an eclectic roster of performances and club nights, ranging from indie to jazz to country.

  • Pacific Opera Victoria

    Victoria

    The city's long-established opera company performs most of its shows at downtown's Royal Theatre.

  • McPherson Playhouse

    Victoria

    One of Victoria's main stages, McPherson Playhouse puts on mainstream visiting shows and performances.

  • Port Theatre

    Nanaimo

    Presenting local and touring live theater shows.