Here’s how to make the most of an idyllic weekend in the Comox Valley

Outdoor adventures. Culture and heritage. Fine dining. Glaciers, rivers, and a beautiful coastline. Comox Valley has all the makings of an idyllic fall getaway. With its top attractions so close together, you can spend less time getting to your destination and more time actually enjoying it.

With just a few vacations in a year, you must make the most of your time off! Here are nine suggestions for filling your weekend vacation to the brim with the best of everything Comox Valley has to offer.

In the Morning

Take a Hike: There’s nothing like taking in the beauty of nature while the sun comes up. Nymph Falls Nature Park offers a prime view of salmon spawning, Paradise Meadows has hiking trails up to plateaus of nearly 7,000 feet, and when it’s at low-medium tide, Kye Bay Beach is the largest sandy beach in Comox.

Mountain Biking in Cumberland: Cumberland’s world-class mountain bike network welcomes thousands of visitors each year, and as you ride through the greenery with the fresh air blowing beneath your helmet, you’ll understand the hype. Is there any better way to start your day?

Comox Valley Farmers’ Market: Every Saturday local vendors sell a wide variety of products that are grown, made, baked, raised, or wild-harvested in Comox Valley. The market opens at 9 AM, so be sure to arrive early to get the cream of the crop!

In the Afternoon

Fall Harvest Market at Shamrock Farms: Throughout October (excluding Mondays) you can visit the Shamrock Farms Barn Market, which hosts a line of vegetables and products that are all grown and made onsite. From 59 varieties of pumpkin to goat milk soaps and farmhouse preserves, this market proves that fresh is always best.

Visit a Local Gallery: There’s no shortage of art and culture in Comox Valley. Enjoy contemporary public art at the Comox Valley Art Gallery, explore Indigenous culture at the I-Hos Gallery, take a blast to the past at the Courtenay Museum & Paleontology Centre, shop local art at the Pearl Ellis Gallery, or learn something new at the Comox Air Force Museum.

Tour a Winery or Distillery: Experience the process behind your favourite wines and spirits. 40 Knots Winery is known for its sustainable farming, lush gardens, and ultra-premium grapes, while Beaufort Vinyard & Estate Winery boasts 18 acres of vines and grape varietals and is Vancouver Island’s first certified organic winery. Or, learn about the art of distilling by booking a tour and complimentary tasting at Wayward Distillery.

In the Evening

The Best of Comox Dining: Feast on the flavours of beautiful British Columbia at one of many fantastic local restaurants. II Falcone Restaurant merges Italian vibes with local eats; Blackfin Pub offers elevated pub fare against the backdrop of the Beaufort Mountains and Comox Glacier; Ocean7 Restaurant is fine dining beneath a magical outdoor skydome; and Gigi’s Oysters is the best spot for — you guessed it — oysters.

Enjoy an After-Dinner Brew: You’ll have plenty to choose from thanks to Comox Valley’s array of breweries! Quench your thirst with one of Cumberland Brewing’s famous classic beers; sip on something creative at Ace Brewing; sample the rotating taps at Land & Sea Brewing Co.; or enjoy the community-centric vibe at Gladstone Brewing Company. Can’t decide? Kick things up a notch with a self-guided pub crawl.

Take in a Show: Both the Sid Williams Theatre and The Waverly Hotel host all sorts of shows and events. We’re talking tribute bands, musicals, local bands, and more. No matter when you’re in town, there’s a good chance something is showing!

Your weekend getaway is calling, and you’ll be glad to know that you can book direct flights to the Comox Valley Airport from Calgary and Edmonton!

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