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UID:event-tofino-oyster-festival-2026@vanislenet.net
DTSTAMP:20260905T093737Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261130
SUMMARY:Tofino Oyster Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Tofino Oyster Festival\, long known as the Clayoquot Oyst
 er Festival\, is Tofino's oldest-running festival and a celebration of th
 e region's world-class shellfish\, held each November as the town settles
  into its quieter storm-watching season. Taking place November 27 to 29\,
  2026\, largely at the Tofino Community Hall\, the three-day event pairs 
 local oysters with west-coast hospitality on the traditional territory of
  the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation. The weekend traditionally features the M
 ermaid's Ball on Friday\, a marquee Oyster Festival Gala dinner on Saturd
 ay\, and the family-friendly Shucker's Showdown on Sunday with all-you-ca
 n-eat oysters\, food\, drink and shucking competitions. Chefs\, growers a
 nd shuckers showcase the flavours of Clayoquot Sound\, and proceeds suppo
 rt local charities such as the Redd Fish Restoration Society and the Food
  Bank on the Edge. Tickets are required for the ticketed events\, with dr
 inks purchased on-site. It is a warm\, festive way to experience Tofino i
 n the off-season\, celebrating the ocean bounty that defines this coast a
 longside locals and visitors. Whether you are a die-hard oyster lover or 
 simply after a lively west-coast weekend\, the festival delivers great fo
 od\, good company and community fundraising. Watch the official website f
 or the 2026 program and ticket release.\n\nhttps://vanislenet.net/events/
 tofino-oyster-festival-2026
LOCATION:Tofino Community Hall\, Tofino
URL:https://vanislenet.net/events/tofino-oyster-festival-2026
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