A WHOLE MONTH OF HOLIDAY CHEER
Hot Chocolate Festival
December 1–31 | Downtown Nanaimo & Old City Quarter
Consider this your official excuse to drink more hot chocolate.
Throughout December, 15 participating businesses across downtown Nanaimo and the Old City Quarter are serving up their own delicious hot chocolate creations. From classic chocolatey goodness to creative seasonal twists, there's plenty to sip your way through.
Grab a friend, bundle up, and see how many you can try. Supporting local businesses has never tasted so sweet.
Gingerbread Showcase
December 1–31 | Dorchester Hotel
Gingerbread houses aren't just for your kitchen counter anymore.
Head to the Dorchester Hotel to admire the Gingerbread Showcase, presented in partnership with Vancouver Island University. Featuring festive creations that take gingerbread decorating to a whole new level, this sweet holiday tradition is sure to impress.
And no, we don't recommend taking a bite.
Winterfest Holiday Selfie Stations
December 1–31 | Downtown Nanaimo
Festive photo opportunities? We've got a few.
Keep your eyes peeled for Winterfest selfie stations scattered throughout downtown Nanaimo. Snap a holiday photo, follow and tag the Downtown Nanaimo Business Association, and enter for a chance to win prizes from local businesses and community partners.
To enter, bring your selfie to one of three designated ballot box locations, with instructions available at each selfie station. Winners will be drawn during the first week of January.
Go ahead. Give us your best festive pose.
