MEC Nanaimo Grand Opening

Schedule

Sat, 13 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sun, 14 Dec, 2025 at 03:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

2517 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 3L3, Canada | Nanaimo, BC

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MEC Nanaimo is almost ready to open its doors. Join us for the grand opening party where we’ll have giveaways, gear demos from top brands, live music and more. Mark your calendars now so you don’t miss out.

WHEN:
→ December 13-14, 10am-3pm
WHERE:
→ 2517 Bowen Road, Nanaimo
WHAT:
→ First 50 people each day get a free swag bag
→ Major giveaways
→ Activations and gear demos from top brands
→ Local community groups
→ Live music, snacks, and more
→ More details coming in late November

Come discover your new hub for the biggest outdoor brands, a huge assortment of gear, community events, a bouldering room for testing climbing shoes and passionate staff with firsthand experience – it's all coming December 2025.
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Where is it happening?

2517 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 3L3, Canada

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