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Everyone Welcome Public Skating
November 12, 2026 – December 17, 2026
Nov 12 – Dec 17 · 1:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex (Arena 2 and Leisure Ice) · Campbell River
Drop-in: $7 adult, $3.75 child, $5 teen, $5.25 senior, $15.50 family. Skate rentals $3.50. One child 0-7 is free with an adult or senior caregiver.
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St. Peter Anglican Church Christmas Market
November 14, 2026
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
St. Peter Anglican Church · Campbell River
Free to attend
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Campbell River Art Gallery Holiday Faire
November 14, 2026 – December 23, 2026
Nov 14 – Dec 23 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Campbell River Art Gallery · Campbell River
Admission not published on the city calendar (the Faire supports the non-profit gallery)
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The Barra MacNeils — An East Coast Christmas
November 14, 2026
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Tidemark Theatre · Campbell River
$65 adult; $60 child 12 and under; $60 groups of 6 or more (includes GST, plus additional fees)
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Family Storytime at Campbell River Library
November 14, 2026 – December 26, 2026
Nov 14 – Dec 26 · 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Vancouver Island Regional Library — Campbell River Branch · Campbell River
Free
Port McNeill Lions Christmas Showcase
November 15, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Port McNeill Community Hall and Old School, Port McNeill · BC
Admission not published on the tourism listing
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Eagles Holiday Market
November 28, 2026 – November 29, 2026
Nov 28 – 29 · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Eagles Hall · Campbell River
Free to attend
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North Island Metis Christmas Bazaar
November 29, 2026
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Robron Centre · Campbell River
Free to attend