by Nima Mehrabany | Jul 17, 2026 | Past Events
Introducing The Board Game Bar at PLAY.
Choose your favourite game from The Bar, post up at a picnic table or lounge space in Centre Court, and play.
The Board Game Bar runs from July 17th to 27th in Centre Court.
Enjoy beloved classics like Monopoly, Scrabble, Battleship, Sorry, Operation and more.
by Nima Mehrabany | Jul 16, 2026 | Past Events
Carthage Mediterranean Tunisian Food Truck has officially opened at Nanaimo North Town Centre and they’re hosting a GRAND OPENING celebration this weekend only!
From July 16th – 19th, every order earns one (1) entry into a draw to win a $50 Carthage Gift Card!
The more visits, the more chances to win!
Come say hello, grab a bite, and help welcome Carthage to NNTC!
Carthage serves delicious 100% halal Tunisian and Mediterranean cuisine. Whether you are stopping by for lunch, dinner, or a quick bite while shopping, you can enjoy favourites like shawarma, rice plates, burgers, loaded fries, and more.
Hours:
Wednesday to Sunday
11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Stop by and check out one of Nanaimo’s newest local food destinations in the playground loop at Nanaimo North Town Centre!
by Nima Mehrabany | Jun 24, 2026 | Past Events
From July 3 to July 25, Habitat for Humanity Mid-Vancouver Island will be hosting a special pop up shop experience in unit 214 at Nanaimo North Town Centre!
Guests can browse a selection of new clothing, furniture and household items available at exclusive, discount prices, while learning about Habitat’s work in the local community and the impact of the Habitat ReStore.
To celebrate the opening, Habitat will be hosting a BBQ outside RONA+ on July 3 and 4, offering a fun opportunity to meet the team and support a great cause. (more…)
by Nima Mehrabany | Jun 18, 2026 | Past Events
Nanaimo North Town Centre has partnered with the City Of Nanaimo to bring one of the community’s most beloved events to NNTC!
Check out The City Of Nanaimo Trunk Sale on Saturday, June 20th from 9am-2pm in the south parking lot.
Come meet your neighbours and explore the wide range of gently used garage sale items and crafts made from up-cycled materials, all while supporting a clean and green Nanaimo! The city of Nanaimo Trunk Sale brings the community together for a fun day of sustainable shopping, local creativity, and great finds in the south parking lot.
Hunt and explore a trove of treasures while contributing to a greener future ♻️
Location: South parking lot at NNTC
Date and time: Saturday, June 20th | 9am to 2pm
by Nanaimo North | May 12, 2026 | Past Events
May 18th | 11am-7pm
Strait Curbside’s Battle of the Food Trucks event is back for 2026!
Your favourite food trucks are facing off in support of Nanaimo Dry Grad.
Cheer on and vote for your favourite eats, and try tasty new treats in the West Parking lot.
Categories returning from last year will include
- #InstaWorthy- Most likely to go viral for “Wow Factor”
- 2AM Craving- Best for a late-night indulgence
- Best Bang For Your Toonie- Truck with the best value
- I Like It, Picasso! – Truck with the best design
- *Taylor’s Version- The best take on a classic
- Your Call Is Very Important To Us- Best customer service
- And the Oscar goes to….- Crowd favourite
- John Hancock Award- Best signature dish
by Nanaimo North | Apr 29, 2026 | Past Events
April 30th-May 3rd
West Coast Amusements’ Spring Fair is back at NNTC for the 2026 season! 🎡
Soak up the warm spring sunshine on exhilarating rides and test your skill on carnival games. Plus, don’t forget to treat yourself to your favourite fair snacks! 🍿🍬
Opening Hours
- Thurs, April 30th: 3pm-10pm
- Fri, May 1st: 3pm-10pm
- Sat, May 2nd: 12pm-10pm
- Sun, May 3rd: 12pm-6pm
*end times may vary depending on attendance and weather.
Wristband presales on now for $10 off! Click Here.
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