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Beaches Temporarily Closed to Dogs

Beaches within the Parksville-Qualicum Beach Wildlife Management Area (PQBWMA) will be temporarily closed to dogs for the annual Brant geese migration. Rathtrevor Beach will close to dogs from February 15 to April 30. Qualicum Beach and Parksville Bay Beach will close to dogs from March 1 to April 30.

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Route 19 A Arts festival

September 12, 2026-27

Yearly event

The Route 19A Festival is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of art, music, culture, and community along Vancouver Island’s scenic coastal highway. Bringing together local artists, musicians, makers, and performers, the festival invites visitors and residents alike to experience the creative spirit of the Island in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Enjoy live music, storytelling, dance, and hands-on art activities, explore unique artisan booths, and taste delicious local food—all while discovering the communities and landscapes that make Route 19A special. From returning favourite artists to exciting new voices, the festival highlights the diversity, heritage, and creativity of our coastal region.

Whether you’re a longtime local or visiting the Island for the first time, the Route 19A Festival is a chance to connect, celebrate, and enjoy a day filled with inspiration, culture, and coastal charm.

Come for the art. Stay for the community. Experience Route 19A.

Route 19 A Arts festivalQualicum Beach, BC V0R1G0
Canada

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Route 19A, a coastal highway stretching between Qualicum Beach & Bowser
(250) 937-9991

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$10-$20
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Route 19a Arts Festival

The Route 19a Arts Festival celebrates creativity in the small communities along Highway 19A, between Qualicum Beach and Courtnay on Vancouver Island. It features a JURIED FINE ART EXHIBITION at the Lighthouse…

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