Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce

Ladysmith Museum Summer Hours
2026-08-20, 2026-08-19, 2026-08-18, 2026-08-17, 2026-08-16, 2026-08-15, 2026-08-14, 2026-08-13 and 2 more dates | Ladysmith Museum, 721 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, British Columbia, V9G 1A5, Canada

Free Confidential Youth Clinic
2026-08-19 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | BC

Ladysmith Gallery - Around Town
2026-08-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-18 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-16 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-12 10:00 - 16:00 and 2 more dates | Ladysmith Art Gallery Downtown, 32 High Street, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1A4, Canada
Zooming in on the places we know and love – and the things that make them unique.

Ladysmith Farmers Market
2026-08-18 15:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-11 15:00 - 19:00 | Fraternal Order of Eagles Parking Lot, 921 1st Ave, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1A5, Canada
Ladysmith Farmers Market
Eagles Parking Lot
Farmers Market hosted by Ladysmith Eagles April 14, 2026 to September 29, 2026 Tuesdays from 3:00 to 7:00
To become a vendor or for more information, email ladysmithfarmersmarket@gmail.com

LRCA Concerts in the Park
2026-08-16 17:30 - 20:30 | Transfer Beach Amphitheatre
Join us at beautiful Transfer Beach Amphitheatre for an unforgettable evening of live music, community, and family fun. Admission is free, so bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a wonderful evening by the water!
Opening Act: Nathan Andersson
Headliner: Demographix

There’s something for everyone:

Community art project with the Ladysmith Arts Council
Kids Zone
Beer Garden hosted by Bayview Brewing
50/50 Draw & Raffle
Learn more about the Ladysmith Resource Centre, make a donation, and connect with our team
Food trucks featuring Hungry Bubba’s, Mezu Ice Cream, and Sip and Sliders
And much more!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come celebrate community with us. We can’t wait to see you there!

LRCA Concerts in the Park
2026-08-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Transfer Beach Amphitheatre
Details coming soon.

Cowichan Craft Beer and Food Festival
2026-08-15 12:00 - 18:00 | Elm St Chemainus, Elm St, Chemainus, British Columbia, V0R 1K3, Canada
Cowichan Craft Beer & Food Festival | August 15, 2026 | 12–6 PM
Sip, savour, and celebrate summer in Chemainus at the Cowichan Craft Beer & Food Festival. Enjoy 100+ craft beverages, a lineup of food trucks and local eateries, and live music all day—it’s like three festivals in one. Gather your friends and make a day of it.
For more details visit : Cowichan Craft Beer & Food Festival

Ladysmith Show & Shine
2026-08-15 10:00 - 15:00 | 1st Avenue, Ladysmith , BC, Canada
On the third Saturday in August, First Avenue in downtown Ladysmith on Vancouver Island is lined with various makes and models of beautiful and treasured cars, motorcycles, and trucks. It’s awesome.

The local Kinsmen Club host a beer garden, located in the parking lot of Dunsmuir Square (Kitchener and First Avenues). Along with a cold beer or two, the members will also be BBQ-ing up their famous ribs, a “must stop” for participants and spectators.

Save the Date! For more details visit https://www.ladysmithshowandshine.ca/

Live Music at the Fox & Hounds: Eric Harper
2026-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Fox & Hound, 11 High Street, Ladysmith , V9G 1A5, Canada

Ladysmith Rod Run
2026-08-14 08:00 - 2026-08-15 17:00 | BC
Save the date! Details to follow…

Ladybug's Mew Concert Stage - Valdy
2026-08-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Ladybug’s Mew, 13095 Prospect Drive, Ladysmith, BC, Canada
One of Canada’s beloved & Enduring Singer-songwriters folk & pop Music for 50 + years.
Valdy, born Valdemar Horsdal in Ottawa, has been part of the fabric of Canadian folk and pop music for over 50 years. A singer, guitarist, and songwriter, he’s known for capturing the small but meaningful moments of life through song. His breakout hit, Play Me a Rock and Roll Song, recalls a 1968 Aldergrove Rock Festival performance and remains a classic.
Valdy has released 13 albums, earned two JUNO Awards, four Gold records, and received seven JUNO nominations. His song A Good Song was recorded by Quincy Jones, and his music has been covered by artists including John Kay of Steppenwolf.
Ticket info available at www.ladybugsmewinyellowpoint.ca
$36.00 each
He’s toured across a dozen countries and regularly appears at festivals like The Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas. His collaborations include a touring album with Gary Fjellgaard (Contenders) and his latest release, Viva Valdy: Live at Last.
Valdy remains one of Canada’s most beloved and enduring singer-songwriters.
