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Visiting The Port Theatre: what to know before you go

125 Front Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6Z4, Canada

The Port Theatre is a lobby in Nanaimo, with room for about 500 people.

Of the 12 upcoming shows with a published time, 67% start at 7:30 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.

Most dates fall on Friday.

The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 7 dates.

Key facts

Type of venue
Lobby
Capacity
500
Address
125 Front Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6Z4, Canada
Upcoming events
14
Usual start time
7:30 PM
Busiest days
Friday

The Port Theatre, month by month

  • November 20267 dates, including Vancouver Island Symphony, Take It To the Limit - a Celebration of the Eagles Tickets and William Prince
  • December 20261 date, including The Nutcracker
  • January 20272 dates, including The Sheepdogs and International Guitar Night
  • February 20272 dates, including The Comic Strippers and Darcy & Jer
  • March 20272 dates, including CaneFire and Little Women

Ticket prices

What the programme holds: Concerts (9), Plays & Musicals (2), Comedy (2) and Dance (1).

Arriving by public transport

  • Nanaimo station (Via Rail)Train590 m
    7 min walk

Arriving by car

4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 150 m from the venue.

Hotels near The Port Theatre

Next events at The Port Theatre

Ron James
Nov9Mon
Concerts

Ron James

Mon, Nov 9 · 7:30 PM

The Port Theatre

Other venues near The Port Theatre

  • Queens Hotel260 m · 1 date

The Port Theatre: practical questions

How many people fit in The Port Theatre?

The Port Theatre has a capacity of about 500; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.

What time do shows start at The Port Theatre?

Usually at 7:30 PM (67% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.

What is the nearest stop to The Port Theatre?

Nanaimo station (Via Rail) (Train), 590 m away – about 7 min on foot.

Can I park near The Port Theatre?

Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 150 m away.

What kind of events does The Port Theatre host?

Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (9), Plays & Musicals (2), Comedy (2) and Dance (1).

Which month has the most events at The Port Theatre?

November 2026, with 7 dates, including Vancouver Island Symphony and Take It To the Limit - a Celebration of the Eagles Tickets.

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