Vancouver Island’s Theatre Destination

Welcome to the Chemainus Theatre Festival! We are a vibrant, established and fully professional theatre nestled in the seaside community of Chemainus, BC. We feature some of the finest performers and performances in Canada. The Chemainus Theatre Festival is your place to get together and liven up. As a non-profit society, we exist to serve Vancouver Island and its visitors by creating exceptional theatre that explores and nourishes truth, hope, redemption, love and the human spirit.
What to Expect
Getting Here
Chemainus is a picturesque artisan village nestled between the mountains and ocean directly on the Cowichan coast. Come early and enjoy the 50+ giant murals, shop trendy boutiques and galleries, browse the public market, and so much more.
The theatre has a dedicated parking lot for patrons directly behind the building. It often fills up so we suggest free street parking throughout Chemainus.
Accessibility
For more information on seating, mobility, hearing support, service dogs, Access 2 Card, Relaxed Performances or if you have questions on how to make your Chemainus Theatre Festival experience more comfortable please click here.
For guests with scent allergies or sensitivities
In consideration of others, we ask our guests to refrain from wearing scented products. While we cannot guarantee a scent-free environment, should you have an allergy to scented products and need to be moved from your original seating location, please see the Patron Services Manager.
Playbill Dining Room
Let us welcome you to the Playbill Dining Room with some great food, the usual warm hospitality, and live piano entertainment.
Our Executive Chef has prepared an impressive menu with fresh seasonal salads, delicious starters, choice of three course plated dinner meals and some delectable desserts! We are also please to bring back the ever-so-popular buffet – with dinner, lunch and brunch options available on select days.
Complement this array of culinary delights with a beverage from our specialty menu of wines, beers, and estate ciders.
Gallery Gift Shop
There’s something special for everyone in the Gallery Gift Shop. A huge selection of beautiful items and a pleasant shopping experience. Our staff are here to help! Here are just a few of the gift ideas we have to offer. You will discover a variety of original art and fine crafts: pottery, paintings, prints, jewelry, clothing, glass, wood, books and sculptures.
With over 100 artisans to choose from, a trip to The Gallery is worthwhile. You will find such great gifts, you will be tempted to keep them for yourself!
Bottled water and light snacks and confections are also available.
Fireside Lounge
Join us in the Fireside Lounge for drinks before the show and during intermission, where we offer beverages from our specialty menu of wines, beers, estate ciders, cocktails, and specialty coffees. During intermission, we also offer coffee, tea and a selection of delectable desserts.
Concession
The Concession is open during intermission for light beverages, snacks and ice cream treats.
Group Bookings
Discounted rates are available for groups of 10 or more adults. View our Group Benefits & Rates
My Account
Log in to My Account, the Chemainus Theatre online portal, to access your tickets, account credits, update contact information, and a host of other features.
Ticket Policies
All tickets are non-refundable. Tickets can be exchanged for another date with at least 24 hours’ notice. Full Policies