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Events In Our Downtown Community
Downtown Duncan is alive and thriving! Check out these upcoming events and plan your next epic day downtown.
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A Progressive Identity
Art of Robert Burke.
Date and times:
March 13 to May 30
Thursday to Saturday: 10am – 4pm
Location: Cowichan Public Art Gallery
(in the Lower Gallery)
Who is Robert Burke? A multiracial survivor of the Canadian residential schools? A husband, father and grandfather? A former businessman in the forestry industry? A man who retired early and turned to his first love, art? A man whose talent, intelligence and drive led to a full-time art career?
Or all of these at different times? He has had a progression of identities.
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Art and Appies
Date: Thursday May 21
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Art & Appies Night is an early evening, self-guided cultural stroll through Downtown Duncan. Participating galleries, studios, and select retail shops transform their spaces into mini-exhibit stops featuring local artists, curated collections or creative demonstrations.
Guests enjoy a small bite or dessert from Cure Meat & Cheese at each stop and take home small gifts. The night blends art appreciation, light socializing, and downtown exploration.
Participating Shops and Galleries:
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Judy Hill Gallery
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Station Street Gallery
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Imagine That
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Excellent Frameworks; the Home of E.J. Hughes
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Cowichan Public Art Gallery
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Little Bird
Tickets: $23
Where Business Blooms Mixer
Date: Tuesday, May 26
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: 3rd Floor, Craig Street Brew Pub
Join Community Futures Cowichan and the Cowichan Chamber of Commerce for an evening of connection, conversation, and opportunity at the Where Business Blooms Mixer.
Community Futures will share highlights of their services and support options for small businesses, followed by time to network with fellow entrepreneurs and business professionals. Enjoy complimentary appies, enter to win draw prizes, and take advantage of the cash bar.
Space is limited — RSVP to secure your spot and grow your connections. We hope to see you there!
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Workplaces that Thrive: Learning from Newcomer Voices
Date: Thursday, May 28
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Location: Online
Join this engaging online panel exploring how people experience belonging — and not — in the workplace. Panelists will share real-life experiences, including subtle forms of racism and discrimination, how they respond to these moments, and what meaningful support from colleagues and employers looks like.
This thoughtful conversation will feature voices from equity, diversity, inclusion, and newcomer support sectors, with practical insights for businesses, leaders, and teams working to build more inclusive workplaces.
This event is free to attend, but registration in advance is required to receive the online access details. Space is limited, so be sure to register early to secure your spot.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fLW-B0ufSWWDyPtp9QM2Hg
Matisse Day Spa 25 Year Celebration
Date: Thursday May 28
Time: 5 pm - 8 pm
Location: Matisse Day Spa
RSVP: by May 25 250-715-1126
Celebrate 25 years of business in the Cowichan Valley with Matisse Day Spa!
Duncan Days 2026
Duncan Days is a two-day celebration bringing the downtown core to life with family-friendly activities, local shopping, and community spirit.
On Friday, July 10, enjoy the Downtown Sidewalk Sale as businesses across the core bring their best deals out onto the street, creating a vibrant shopping experience throughout the day.
On Saturday, July 11, the downtown transforms into a full street party. Families can explore the Kids’ Zone featuring inflatables and hands-on fun, visit the Hand of Man Museum display, and check out the Fire Safety trailer. Local merchants will continue the sidewalk sale, and Station Street will come alive with a Motorcycle Show & Shine hosted by Ironworks Cafe & Crêperie, featuring a wide range of bikes and awards across multiple categories.
Duncan Days is a free, all-ages event designed to showcase local businesses, celebrate community, and bring people together in the heart of downtown Duncan.