YOUth Nanaimo

05/06/2026

A night to celebrate YOU 🏳️‍🌈✨

Youth ages 13-18 are invited to join us for the 2026 Pride Prom! This event is an inclusive, welcoming space for youth to show up as themselves, connect with others, and celebrate in a safe and supportive environment.

June 5 | 6:30–10:30 PM
Vancouver Island University (Arbutus Room)
Free entry | Ages 13–18

Come as you are, bring your friends, and get ready for a night of fun!

04/29/2026

Join us as we celebrate youth in Nanaimo!

Please note that pre-registration is required for the events listed below with an *;
space is limited.

Call 250-756-5200 or visit https://ow.ly/sr3U50YK22B for details or to reserve your spot.

ACTIVITIES ALL WEEK LONG!

Friday, May 1
☑️ Youth Lounge & Pizza | 2-9 pm | FREE | 150670 | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
☑️ Paddle & Pizza * | 4-6:30 pm | $10 | 162564 | Long Lake/Loudon Park
☑️ Toonie Swim | 7:30-9 pm | $2 | Drop-in | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

Saturday, May 2
☑️ Weight Room Orientation * | 1-1:45 pm | FREE |162547 | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
☑️ Youth Lounge Pizza Party | 2-9 pm | FREE | Drop-in | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
☑️ Graffiti Works * |12:30-2:30 pm | $25 | 163015 | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

Sunday, May 3
☑️ Babysitter Training * | 9 am-4:30 pm | $60 | 162836 | Beban Park Social Centre
☑️ Weight Room Orientation * | 1-1:45 pm | FREE| 162548 | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
☑️ Toonie Skate | 3-4:30 pm | $2 |Drop-in| Cliff McNabb Arena

Monday, May 4
☑️ Spare Blox | 5-6:30 pm | FREE | Drop-in | Park Avenue Elementary
☑️ Spare Blox | 7-8:30 pm | FREE | Drop-in | Fairview Elementary

Tuesday, May 5
☑️ Dragon Boat Blitz * |4-6 pm | $10 |162565 | Long Lake/Loudon Park
☑️ Spare Blox | 6-7:30 pm | FREE | Drop-in | Uplands Elementary
☑️ Spare Blox | 6:30-8 pm | FREE | Drop-in | Oliver Woods

Wednesday, May 6
☑️ LIT Parent Info Night * | 6:30-7:30 pm | FREE | 163135 | Beban Park Social Centre
☑️ Spare Blox | 8:30-10 pm | FREE | Drop-in | John Barbsy School

Thursday, May 7
☑️ Youth Lounge - Sundae & Swim | 3-7 pm | 150669 | Drop-in| Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
☑️ Play with Clay: Handbuild * | 4-6 pm | $5.40 | 163549 | Bowen Pottery Studio

YOUth Nanaimo
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools District

04/27/2026

There are spaces available in this program! Don’t wait to register!

What if kids could learn to code and help the planet at the same time? 🌎💻

Our Climate Coders program gives youth the chance to explore technology, build coding skills, and tackle real-world environmental challenges in a fun, hands-on way.

This program is all about empowering the next generation to make an impact with creative problem solving and future-based thinking. Open to youth ages 13-18 interested in tech, creativity, and the environment.

👉 Learn more or register today!
Email [email protected] for more information.

04/23/2026

Join us as we celebrate youth in Nanaimo!

Please note that pre-registration is required for the events listed below with an *;
space is limited.

Call 250-756-5200 or visit https://ow.ly/sr3U50YK22B for details or to reserve your spot.

ACTIVITIES ALL WEEK LONG!

Friday, May 1
☑️ Youth Lounge & Pizza | 2-9 pm | FREE | 150670 | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
☑️ Paddle & Pizza * | 4-6:30 pm | $10 | 162564 | Long Lake/Loudon Park
☑️ Toonie Swim | 7:30-9 pm | $2 | Drop-in | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

Saturday, May 2
☑️ Weight Room Orientation * | 1-1:45 pm | FREE |162547 | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
☑️ Youth Lounge Pizza Party | 2-9 pm | FREE | Drop-in | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
☑️ Graffiti Works * |12:30-2:30 pm | $25 | 163015 | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

Sunday, May 3
☑️ Babysitter Training * | 9 am-4:30 pm | $60 | 162836 | Beban Park Social Centre
☑️ Weight Room Orientation * | 1-1:45 pm | FREE| 162548 | Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
☑️ Toonie Skate | 3-4:30 pm | $2 |Drop-in| Cliff McNabb Arena

Monday, May 4
☑️ Spare Blox | 5-6:30 pm | FREE | Drop-in | Park Avenue Elementary
☑️ Spare Blox | 7-8:30 pm | FREE | Drop-in | Fairview Elementary

Tuesday, May 5
☑️ Dragon Boat Blitz * |4-6 pm | $10 |162565 | Long Lake/Loudon Park
☑️ Spare Blox | 6-7:30 pm | FREE | Drop-in | Uplands Elementary
☑️ Spare Blox | 6:30-8 pm | FREE | Drop-in | Oliver Woods

Wednesday, May 6
☑️ LIT Parent Info Night * | 6:30-7:30 pm | FREE | 163135 | Beban Park Social Centre
☑️ Spare Blox | 8:30-10 pm | FREE | Drop-in | John Barbsy School

Thursday, May 7
☑️ Youth Lounge - Sundae & Swim | 3-7 pm | 150669 | Drop-in| Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
☑️ Play with Clay: Handbuild * | 4-6 pm | $35 | 163549 | Bowen Pottery Studio

YOUth Nanaimo
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools District

03/23/2026

We are looking for staff for HEALHAMONGUS 2026!

Healthamongus is a multi-day active event for elementary children in the City of Nanaimo. We are seeking high-energy, enthusiastic staff to help us. If you are 16 years and older and are interested, please send your resume to [email protected]

Event takes place Monday-Friday, May 11–15, 9:15 am-12:30 pm.

03/18/2026

YOUTH CREATIVE WRITING BOOT CAMP - Get Creative this Spring Break!

A space for young writers to capture their creativity, build confidence, and explore the power of their own voice. Whether you're bursting with ideas or looking for inspiration, this boot camp offers the spark to fuel your storytelling journey.

M-F, Mar 23-27 | 9 am-12 pm | $125/5 | 148906
Bowen Park Complex
https://ow.ly/AUhv50YtNh5

Register today by calling Parks, Recreation and Culture at 250-756-5200 or online.

02/16/2026

NEW youth drop in volleyball Friday nights at OWCC!

Join us for a series of exciting pop-up drop-in programs at Oliver Woods Community Centre! These short-term offerings are a great way to stay active, try something new or enjoy extra gym time.

~POP-UP BASKETBALL SHOOT AROUND~
Wed, Feb 4-Mar 25 | 11:45 am-1:45 pm

~POP-UP EVENING PICKLEBALL~
Thu, Feb 5-Mar 26 | 5:30-6:45 pm

~POP-UP YOUTH VOLLEYBALL BUMP AROUND~
Fri, Feb 13-Mar 27 | 6-8 pm

Register up to 72 hours in advance online, in-person or by calling 250-756-5200. https://ow.ly/pM2450Y8ln9

02/15/2026

Join us for 50 YEARS OF FAMILY FUN as we celebrate both Family Day and 50 Years of Beban Park Complex in our community.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16 | 10 AM-2:30 PM | BEBAN PARK

There will be lots of FREE activities for the whole family.
-swimming
-skating
-arts & crafts
-storytime
-photo booth
-games
-face painting
-live entertainment

In addition, check out activities with various community groups found throughout the park and art on display at Maffeo Sutton Park as part of "Lighting a Path".

Check out our website for all the details! We hope to see you there!

https://ow.ly/oclg50Yfm5W

01/29/2026

CREATIVE WRITING FOR YOUTH!

Get creative this Spring Break by joining us in a space for you, as a young writer to capture your creativity, build confidence and explore the power of your own voice. Whether you're bursting with ideas or looking for inspiration, this boot camp offers the spark to fuel your storytelling journey.

M-F, Mar 23-27 | 9 am-12 pm | $125/5 | 148906
Held at Bowen Park

Register today by calling Parks, Recreation and Culture at 250-756-5200 or online. https://ow.ly/e6sJ50XWteT

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools District
YOUth Nanaimo