Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce

Harbour Tours- Ladysmith Maritime Society
2025-08-10, 2025-08-16, 2025-08-17, 2025-08-23, 2025-08-24, 2025-08-30, 2025-08-31 | Ladysmith Govenrment Dock, 12335 Rocky Creek Rd Ladysmith, Ladysmith, British Columbia, V9G1K4, Canada
Weekend Harbour Tours Aboard Our Heritage Boat Maritimer
We’re excited to offer harbour tours again beginning July 26, 2025 aboard the Maritimer, a restored 17-foot former deep-sea Davidson lifeboat.
A harbour tour is a fun activity for everyone! Grab your family and friends and head out for 90 minutes on the water, as you listen to stories of local history, observe otters, seals, and jellyfish in their natural habitat, and watch eagles, herons, and cormorants soar overhead or dive for fish.
The harbour tours start from Ladysmith Government Dock and tour Ladysmith Harbour for approximately 90 minutes.
Our boats are operated by qualified LMS Volunteers. At all times, the safety of our volunteers and patrons is paramount. It is important to us that passengers feel comfortable, safe and relaxed during harbour tours. Our tour boat operators are certified tour boat skippers and our deckhands have many years of experience on the water. All skippers and deckhands are certified in marine first-aid. Tour boats are equipped with all safety equipment mandated by Transport Canada. Our tour boat operators are also empowered to deny transportation to individuals or groups who could cause safety concerns for crew and passengers.

Schedules & Pricing

Maritimer
Saturdays and Sundays
9:30am-12:00pm and 12:30pm-3:00pm
July 26 & 27, August 2 & 3, 9 & 10, 16 & 17, 23 & 24, 30 & 31
From Ladysmith Government Dock
90 Minute Harbour Tour
$20 Per person
PLEASE NOTE: Tours can only be booked online. Sorry, we cannot accept cash, etransfers, or drop-ins . No exceptions. Thanks for your understanding
To purchase tickets, click here and choose your desired tour date and time.

LRCA Concerts in the Park
2025-08-10 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-17 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Transfer Beach Amphitheatre
For 4 Sundays in the summer, Concerts in the Park is back!
Enjoy live music by donation at Transfer Beach Amphitheatre July 6th, July 13th, August 10th, and August 17th from 5-7PM. Donations go to support individuals across wall walks of life within the Ladysmith Community.
Schedule:

Doctors of Rock & Roll – July 6th
Soul Shakers – July 13th
Demographix Band – August 10th
The Nanaimo Rock Choir – August 17th

Ladysmith Museum Tea & Tales
2025-08-13 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-17 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Ladysmith Museum
The popular series is back! Join host Rob Johnson for a short video and talk about Ladysmith’s past with new topics for every date. Followed by tea and treats — by donation.
Wednesday August 13th – Rock ‘n Roll Greats
Sunday August 17th – Ladysmith’s Drug Czar with Art Williams
Wednesday August 27th – Who was Lady Smith?

A&W Rod Run
2025-08-15 19:00 - 21:00
Come Join us on the streets of Ladysmith and Chemainus to see all the Hot Rods parade around the night before the Show & Shine!
This is a big event and will have live music, roller skaters, and lots of amazing prizes donated by all our local car enthusiasts and local businesses at the Ladysmith A&W.
Parade starts at 7pm and concludes around 9pm

Ladysmith's 21st Annual Show N' Shine
2025-08-16 10:00 - 15:00
Location: Downtown Ladysmith (along 1st Avenue).
Date: Saturday, August 16th.
Time: 10AM-3PM.

Cowichan Craft Beer and Food Festival
2025-08-16 13:00 - 22:00 | Doc Lewis Park, 2940 Elm Street, Chemainus, British Columbia, Canada
The 2025 Cowichan Craft Beer & Food Fest is back — and better than ever! We’re bringing together over 100+ craft beers, incredible regional eats, live music, and so much more!

Tickets are LIMITED and WILL SELL OUT — don’t wait!Rally your crew. Let’s make memories.

NEW THIS YEARWe have a brand-new After Party from 6–10 PM — a signature TravelBar event with full pours, food trucks & live music! *Festival ticket required.

Hosted by the Chemainus BIA, this not-for-profit fest donates $1 from every VIP ticket to the Canucks Autism Network, supporting local programs — and CAN has got something special planned at the festival, too!

LMS Sea Life Celebration
2025-08-17 11:00 - 15:00 | Transfer Beach
The Sea Life Celebration is a waterfront experience like no other, enabling kids and adults to experience sea life first hand with touch tanks, music, art and science activities, games and stories designed to appeal to children (and adults!) of all ages. and allow them to explore how sea life and oceans contribute to all our lives.
The Celebration provides the perfect opportunity to introduce young people to the magic and wonder of the sea life of the Ladysmith Harbour, and to inspire our youth to protect it.

Ladysmith Gallery: Guest Artist Exhibition
2025-08-21 10:00 - 2025-08-31 16:00 | Ladysmith Art Gallery, 32 High Street, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1A4, Canada
From August 21 to 31, the Ladysmith Gallery will host “For the Love of Art, For the Joy of It”—an exciting group exhibition showcasing the recent work of 11 passionate local artists. This vibrant show offers something for every art enthusiast. From striking landscapes to expressive abstracts, delicate sketches to bold painterly statements, the exhibition highlights a diverse range of styles, mediums, and sizes; and for each day one or more artist will be present at the gallery either sketching, painting or answering questions about their inspiration, their techniques, or their artistic journey.

This is more than an art show—it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and connection. Whether you’re a seasoned collector, an aspiring artist, or simply curious, we invite you to stop by the gallery, share a conversation, and experience the joy of art from celebrated Vancouver Island artists.

Rod Run
2025-08-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Ladysmith, Ladysmith, British Columbia, V9G 1A4, Canada
Due to weather conditions, the A&W Rod Run has been postponed from Friday, August 15th to Thursday, August 21st.
This event features unique vehicles from all over the Island. Ladysmith A&W ROD RUN invites you to come and line the streets to see these magnificent classic and custom cars.Tell your friends and family, get your signs ready and make sure you are cheering loudly.The louder you are the louder the show will be. I have attached the route below. Once we head across the Highway at Coronation Mall, the cruisers will head though Saltair, to the other end of Chemainus and back again, along Chemainus Rd.
Please note that the date on the poster is no longer correct.

Suzuki Demo Day
2025-08-23 | Mile Zero Motorsports, 13136 Thomas Road #3, Ladysmith, British Columbia, V9G 1L9, Canada
Get Ready for Adventure with Suzuki Demo Days! Step into the summer excitement by experiencing the thrill of riding a brand-new Suzuki at Mile Zero Motorsports.DR-Z4SDR-Z4SMGSX-8RGSX-8SDL800DL800DEGSX1000GX
Safety First: Participants are required to bring proper riding gear and possess a full motorcycle license to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone

Country Night in Ladysmith
2025-08-23 19:00 | Aggie Hall
Are you ready for a night of live music cold drinks and dancing! Country Night is a night you will not want to miss out on. Mark this on your calendars this is not a night you will want to miss out on! We have Bryce Allan who will be bringing the you the country party of the summer to you. We also have refreshments powered by Red Truck Beer Company. The Party Starts at 7pm and goes until Midnight and you will get to hear all of your country favorites and some of your new country favorites! Make sure you get your tickets early! See you on the August 23rd at Aggie Hall!

Ladysmith Makers Market
2025-08-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Eagles Hall, 921-1st Ave, Ladysmith , Canada
Come join local vendors with their art and handmade goods!
Free entry, everyone is welcome!

Arts on the Avenue
2025-08-24 10:00 - 16:00
Welcome to our 27th Annual Arts on the Avenue Festival! We are celebrating art, all kinds of art, on August 24th, 2025 with our Arts on the Avenue Market. It will be bigger and better this year!. It all takes place on Ladysmith historic 1st Avenue. Early on Sunday morning, artists gather with coffee in one hand and original art in the other, ready for you. This art market is an art collector’s dream. Wander the street and see what artists have brought this year. From original paintings, jewelry, fabric art, carving, Indigenous-made art and more, you will not be disappointed. The air is filled with music, the streets are lined with art and there is a kids’ art space where young artists create their own one-of-a-kind work to take home! The market on Sunday is from 10 AM-4 PM. ​Curious where you can eat while visiting Ladysmith? During the festival the Ladysmith Lions Club Snack Shack will be onsite. As well, we have so many great local restaurants you can visit.Click the link here to get a google map and list of local restaurants that are open either Saturday and Sunday. We will also post a list at the event. Plan to grab a snack, we have a picnic area under two tents (by the library) where you can bring your takeout and still enjoy the festival.

Sizzling Summer Sale
2025-08-24 10:00 - 16:30 | Ladysmith, Ladysmith, British Columbia, V9G 1A4, Canada

Petunia and the Vipers Honky Tonk Night
2025-08-29 18:30 - 21:30 | Cedar Community Hall, 2388 Cedar Road, Nanaimo, British Columbia
Petunia and the Vipers! – Join us for a Honky Tonk Two-Steppin Night. Refreshments, Auction, Draws, Displays.
Petunia is a true Canadian original, bringing the musical past back to life with a razor-sharp focus. Refreshments, draws, and a silent auction. The event is a fundraiser for the Ladysmith & District Historical Society, which operates the Ladysmith Archives and Museums. Media sponsor: Take 5. Tix: $30 at Ladysmith Archives 250-245-0100 and the Ladysmith Museum 250-245-0423. E-transfer accepted to finance@ladysmithhistoricalsociety.ca. Please include the number of tickets, names, and contact info.

Doors open at 6:30 pm. 7 pm – 9:30 pm

NDDLC Labour Day Picnic
2025-09-01 11:00 - 15:00 | Transfer Beach
Join the Nanaimo, Duncan and District Labour Council for food, music and fun at Transfer Beach on Monday, September 1st, from 11-3. Bring a blanket, or a chair, and the family, and join us for free hot dogs, face painting, bouncy castles and Live Music! We look forward to seeing you there!

Ladysmith Gallery: Wild
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-17 | Ladysmith Gallery, 32 High Street, Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada
Art Show: Wild
Where nature breaks free and creativity runs wild.
Running from September 3rd to 17th, 2025
The Ladysmith Gallery is open from 10am to 4pm daily. Admission is free!

Denim Deluxe Country Dance
2025-09-06 | Eagles Hall, 921-1st Ave, Ladysmith , Canada
The Fraternal Order of Eagles #2101 Auxiliary is excited to present “Denim Deluxe Country dance” in support of local Cops for Cancer rider McKenzie Read. Get your tickets!
Tickets- $20 for Eagles Members, $25 for Non-Members

Belt Making Workshop
2025-09-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Wilson & Co Gallery and Studio, A-411 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, British Columbia, V9G 1L9, Canada
Learn the basics of leatherwork and craft your own belt!
You’ll come away with a beautiful handmade belt from high-quality English Bridle leather and your choice of silver or gold hardware. The belt is 1.5″ wide.
All skill levels welcome.
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The Workshop will take place on Sunday, September 7, from 12-2 PM at Wilson & Co. Gallery & Studio in Ladysmith, BC.
The price includes all materials, tool use, and instruction.

Plein Air Painting
2025-09-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Transfer Beach
Stunning September is just around the corner Join us for an afternoon of Plein Air Painting, sketching or Photograph at Transfer Beach September 9th from 2:oo to 4:00 pm email if you are attending kathy@ladysmitharts.ca

Chamber Business Mixer @ Ladysmith Golf Course
2025-09-10 16:00 - 19:00
Details coming soon!
