Spend the holidays in Tofino where winter nights are full of stars and festive spirit.
Tis the season when our small town lights up with cozy events and seaside cheer. The makers and bakers are busy stocking shelves for your coastal Christmas. Time your trip right and catch some magic!
December Highlights:
Friday, December 1
★ Jingle Into Christmas
5 PM – Late, all around town
Enjoy discounts at local shops and wander the streets to ring in the holiday season! Free shuttle available: schedule
Saturday, December 2
★ Winter Market
10 AM – 3 PM at the Tofino Community Hall
Shop local for the perfect under the tree gift.
★ C.A.R.E Xmas Pet Portraits
12 AM – 4 PM at the Long Beach Lodge Resort
100% Proceeds support the work of the local CARE Network. Book your session in advance
★ Roller Disco Party
7 PM – 9 PM at the Tofino Community Hall
45-minutes of technical instruction followed by free time to move and groove on 8-wheels. Register here.
Sunday, December 3
★ Swap Extravaganza
1 PM – 4 PM at the Tofino Community Hall
Swap your clothes, toys and sport equipment. $5 entry donation to Surfrider Pacific Rim.
Tuesday, December 5
★ Kids Storytelling *(also on December 12 & December 19)
5 PM – 5:30 PM at the Common Loaf
Bring your fuzzy socks, a warm blanket and your favorite stuffy! Doors open at 4:30 PM.
★ Poetree Night
7 PM – 9 PM at Roy Henry Vickers Gallery
Take to the mic to celebrate winter by sharing spoken word or a poem along with members of the Clayoquot Writers Group.
Thursday, December 7
★ Shadow Puppet Show
5 PM – 6 PM at the Tofino Community Hall
Bring your fuzzy socks, a warm blanket and your favourite stuffy!
Friday, December 8
★ Maritime History Storytelling: Graveyard of the Pacific
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM at the Tofino Community Hall
Told through a framework of notable wrecks, follow along the history of the Graveyard of the Pacific from the early days of sidewheel steamers to the development of the West Coast Trail. Register here.
Saturday, December 9
★ Breakfast with Santa
9 AM – 12 PM at the Tofino Community Hall
Crepes, sausages, photos with Santa! Entry is $5 suggested donation to the Kids Access Fund. Vegan and gluten-free options available.
Wednesday, December 13 *(also on December 20)
★ Board Games Night
5 PM – 10 PM at the Tofino Community Hall
Bring a pal, come and play! Board games available or bring your own board game. Featuring Warren’s Organic Popcorn Concession. Entry by donation to the Kids Access Fund
Thursday, December 14
★ Card-making workshop with our very own Leah Austin!
5:30 PM – 7 PM at the Tofino Community Hall.
Get into the festive spirit and walk away with three uniquely painted holiday cards! Supplies are provided. Register here.
Friday, December 22
★ Solstice Ball
7:30 PM – 11:30 PM at the Tofino Community Hall
Celebrate the return of light with Caleb Hart and his full band! Dress code: GOLD (Licenses event. Open to all ages). Buy your ticket here.
+ more Tofino Winter Nights Events and MUSIC & COMEDY SHOWS
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