No tickets necessary, but reservations are recommended! Sample the fare of our participating establishments in Cedar, Nanaimo, Lantzville, Nanoose, Parksville, & Qualicum.
Your photo could win the grand prize valued at over $1000. All you need to enter is the Instagram mobile app and a picture of your delicious experience during Dine About!
At the end of the Dine About festival, the winner will be chosen at random and announced on 102.3 The Wave's and 106.9 The Wolf's morning shows. The more entries, the more chance to win! Terms and conditions.
Daily Prizes
Participating establishments are giving away gift cards and products!
Simply tune in—and call in—to win!
88.5 The Beach 250-248-3823
102.3 The Wave 250-756-1023
106.9 The Wolf 250-760-1069
99.9 The Lounge 250-248-8040
Join the Mid-Island's leading food festival and enjoy exclusive perks.
Let's put the fun in fundraiser! On the evening of January 18, 2024, join us in celebrating the launch of Dine About Mid-Island 2024 at Camas Restaurant with a cascade of canapés and quaffable wines.
Proceeds from tickets and a live auction will benefit Dine About Charity Partners: Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation and Nanaimo Foodshare. Entertainment and unexpected delights will abound!
Charitable tax receipts will be issued for a portion of the ticket price.
Date and Time: Thu, Jan 18, 2023 from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Address: Camas, 7143 Caillet Rd
Live Auction: 8:00 pm. Covetable services and products will be on the block to raise money for Dine About's charity partners.
Silent Auction: Even more covetable services and products.
Menu: A selection of canapés and wines; additional beverages may be purchased.
On January 19, join us for a high-energy launch party and fundraiser gala showcasing the very best of our region’s culinary and beverage scene. Eighteen food and beverage booths and presenters will fill the room with a true cascade of canapés and beautiful bevies, each one a celebration of local talent, creativity, and hospitality.
From expertly crafted bites by featured chefs to wine, beer, spirits, and thoughtfully prepared non-alcoholic libations, every corner of the launch party invites you to taste, mingle, and discover something new!
Live music will set the tone for a vibrant evening, while entertainment and a few unexpected delights will keep the energy high throughout the night. The live and silent auctions will feature highly sought-after items that you won't want to miss!
Proceeds from ticket sales and the auction benefit Dine About Charity Partners: the Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation and Nanaimo Community Kitchens, reinforcing what this event is truly about: bringing people together to celebrate culinary culture and the community we love.
More than a party, the Launch Gala is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when chefs, producers, sponsors, volunteers, and food lovers come together with a shared purpose. Generous, joyful, and rooted in connection.
No contribution is too small. If you can help with a donation of funds, skills, or time, please get in touch to make Dine About a food festival to remember and repeat!
Contribute Now!Dine About Mid Island is a volunteer-driven initiative dedicated to showcasing and celebrating the culinary diversity of the mid-Island region through our annual food festival. By partnering with a variety of local restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and beverage makers, we create a memorable multi-week dining experience that connects residents and visitors alike to the unique flavours and creative talent of our community.
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