Port Alberni Visitor Centre

Port Alberni Visitor Centre Welcome to the Alberni Valley! The West Coast Starts Here.

Did you know the Port Alberni Visitor Centre sells books? 📚We just received a massive restock of local and visitor favou...
06/08/2026

Did you know the Port Alberni Visitor Centre sells books? 📚

We just received a massive restock of local and visitor favourites, along with some exciting new selections to add to your home library, including “The Haunting of Vancouver Island”.

Come take a look at our brand-new books before they’re gone!

We’re open Monday to Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

See you soon!

Mark your calendars! This week’s What’s Up: June 8–14 is packed with exciting events happening around town.If you’ve eve...
06/08/2026

Mark your calendars! This week’s What’s Up: June 8–14 is packed with exciting events happening around town.

If you’ve ever dreamed of becoming a movie star, be sure to stop by the Harbour Quay tomorrow! HGTV’s Home Town Takeover Canada will be making its final decision on whether our hometown will be selected as the very first Canadian community featured in this popular series.

There’s so much happening this week, so don’t miss out. Support local businesses and cure your FOMO!

See you out there!

-opCommunityday

Artist Feature: Carl WallCarl is an accomplished woodworker here in the Alberni Valley. He is currently featuring some o...
06/04/2026

Artist Feature: Carl Wall

Carl is an accomplished woodworker here in the Alberni Valley. He is currently featuring some of his beautifully carved pieces at the Alberni Valley Visitor Centre. Prices range from $18 to $245.

These handcrafted toys can be enjoyed by all ages, whether as functional play pieces or as additions to a model collection.

Thank you, Carl, for trusting the Alberni Valley Visitor Centre to showcase and sell your work!

If you’d like to purchase any of the featured pieces or explore more of Carl’s artwork, the Centre is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m..

06/04/2026

Celebrating pride with and ! We’re so grateful to be working alongside the Chamber at our new office in the Visitor Centre, and to have Nik Burton, AKA Miss Frida (aka: Frida Kahl Ho) working with us as well! 🏳️‍🌈
It was two years ago that the Arts Council hosted our own pride art-making workshops, and had someone post hate speech posters on our door and bulletin board.
Whoever did that clearly didn’t realize that by posting hate, you only bring the pride community closer together. This goes out to anyone who is against what this flag means. Q***r people exist, always have, always will!

The Sunday Jazz Social will take place on Sunday, the 14th.Apologies for any confusion the initial poster may have cause...
06/03/2026

The Sunday Jazz Social will take place on Sunday, the 14th.

Apologies for any confusion the initial poster may have caused.

Navigating Vancouver Island can be stressful (even for us locals 😂). So we’ve created the perfect guide to help you find...
06/01/2026

Navigating Vancouver Island can be stressful (even for us locals 😂). So we’ve created the perfect guide to help you find your way to the Port Alberni Visitor Centre.

Whether you’re driving off BC Ferries or flying into Comox Valley Airport we’ve got you covered.

Once you arrive at the Port Alberni Visitor Centre, our friendly and knowledgeable staff are ready to help you plan your next adventure, recommend local attractions, or even just help point you to the nearest gas station.

Stop by and say hello! We’re currently open Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

We look forward to welcoming you!

In This Week’s What’s Up (June 1–7)We’ve got some exciting events happening this week!Don’t miss your last opportunity t...
06/01/2026

In This Week’s What’s Up (June 1–7)

We’ve got some exciting events happening this week!

Don’t miss your last opportunity to check out the Seize the Clay Display at the Alberni Valley Museum before it wraps up.

Be sure to explore this week’s events, support local, and cure your FOMO!

See you out there! 🎉

Artist Feature: Tony TheriaultTony Theriault is a prominent glass worker in the Alberni Valley. He is currently featurin...
05/28/2026

Artist Feature: Tony Theriault

Tony Theriault is a prominent glass worker in the Alberni Valley. He is currently featuring some of his beautiful glass pieces at the Alberni Valley Visitor Centre. Tony’s work ranges from $25-$135.

Originally from Victoria, Tony moved to Port Alberni in the mid-90s as a swim team coach. The West Coast vibe stuck with him. Not only is his love for the surrounding area displayed in his work, but it also encouraged him to make the Alberni Valley his permanent home base.

Thank you, Tony, for trusting the Alberni Valley Visitor Centre to showcase and sell your work!

If you’d like to purchase any of the featured pieces or explore more of Tony’s artwork, the Centre is open Monday-Friday from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Remember in high school when Jessica booked her party on the same night as Austin's, and suddenly you had to pick sides?...
05/25/2026

Remember in high school when Jessica booked her party on the same night as Austin's, and suddenly you had to pick sides? Ah, the drama....

Wait, I’m getting word that you don’t have to just pick one and can actually attend multiple events on the 30th?? Sounds like drama-free-fun!

Unless of course you're catching Bram Stoker's "Dracula" at The Capitol Theatre - Port Alberni

Don't miss out on the fun this week, support local, and cure your FOMO!

02/24/2026

Just a reminder, there's a full closure of Highway 4 between Chalet Road and Aspeden Road scheduled tomorrow, Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 9 am to 3 pm.

This closure is so crews can align barriers, remove hazard trees, and maintain the rockfall fence in the area.

Please follow the direction of all traffic control personnel and signage in the area.
For the latest travel info, please visit www.DriveBC.ca

Address

2533 Port Alberni Highway
Port Alberni, BC
V9Y8P2

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+12507246535

Website

https://linktr.ee/Albernivalleyvisitorcentre

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