Spring events are budding with the snowdrops and crocuses!
With indoor and outdoor family-friendly fun on the 2023 calendar, there is no shortage of adventure for your next Tofino holiday.
Explore the natural world, experience the local culture, or take in some live entertainment. We’ve highlighted some upcoming special events so you can coordinate your time in Tofino AND maximize the memories!
PACIFIC RIM NATIONAL PARK
Situated along Highway 4 on your way to Ocean Village, the National Park is an obvious choice at any time of the year. From park passes to interpretive programs, it’s good to know before you go.
Plan your visit easily with all you need to know on their website:
PACIFIC RIM WHALE FESTIVAL (PRWF)
Join us from March 17-25 and help us celebrate the return of the migrating Pacific Grey Whales. This long-standing and popular coastal festival offers events in Tofino, Ucluelet, and the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Take part in whale-watching tours, interpretive workshops, kids’ days, art shows, and more. Spanning a week in March, there is something for everyone. Check out the full and developing calendar online:
https://www.pacificrimwhalefestival.com/
NAAʔUU [naa·ooh]: TO FEAST TOGETHER
Guests are invited to join in an evening of ƛaɁuukwiatḥ style hospitality including traditional food, art, song, and dance. <Learn more about this event>
Following the Nuu-chah-nulth principles of his-shuk-nish-tsa-waak (we are all one), naaʔuu welcomes everyone to come feast together in Tofino. All proceeds from ticket sales support the Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks Guardians and regional services. Learn more about the Tribal Parks Guardians here.
Tickets will go fast for this unique and immersive experience – don’t miss out:
RAINCOAST EDUCATION SOCIETY: NATURE SERIES (FREE)
Jump online for a free nature session with the Raincoast Education Society (RES). From field school to speaker series, summer camps, events, and more, RES delivers a broad range of educational and research programs, all year round. Best to bookmark their website for your holiday planning: https://raincoasteducation.org/calendar-events/month/2023-03/
Upcoming free speaker sessions include:
- March 2 – The Magical World of Bats <learn more>
- March 16 – Owls: A short tale about long-ears <learn more>
LIVE MUSIC:
The West Coast Winter Music Series continues! Percussiano3 joins us in our quaint Clayoquot Sounds Community Theatre on March 23, tickets are only $35.
For more details on upcoming live music: https://westcoastwintermusic.ca/events/
***Don’t forget to mark your calendar for the Tofino Jazz Festival on June 22-25th, 2023.
MARKET SEASON
It’s almost time! The Tofino Public Market is now accepting vendors for their 2023 roster. We’re excited to welcome back this bountiful local showcase every Saturday, rain or shine, from May 20th – October 7th, 2023.
Kicking off the market season is the PRWF Eco-Community Market on Saturday, March 18 from 11 am-3 pm. Featuring live music, crafts, clothes, and much more! Check it out:
https://tourismtofino.com/event/community-market/
With so many spectacular spring events sprouting up this season, we look forward to helping you connect with your chosen adventure, be it inside or out!
