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Things to Do in Ladysmith, BC — Waterfront Activities

At Mañana, life moves in a rhythm worth celebrating. From seasonal gatherings on the waterfront to the most memorable events Ladysmith, BC has to offer, every visit provides something to look forward to. However, you arrive, whichever way you partake . from quiet moments to celebrations – it all happens here.

Events Ladysmith BC: paddle boarder on the water

What’s On at Mañana Resort — Waterfront Events Ladysmith, BC

Mañana is more than a place to stay — it’s a place where things happen. Throughout the year, the resort comes alive with live music evenings, seasonal celebrations, and the vibrant events Ladysmith BC locals and visitors love. From community gatherings and wellness programming to curated experiences, we connect guests with the beauty of Ladysmith Harbour and the warmth of the people who surround it.

Yoga in the Garden is one of our favourite recurring offerings — a morning practice set against open sky and ocean air, the kind of start to a day that resets everything. It’s just one example of the programming we bring to life on the grounds of Mañana throughout the seasons.

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Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals on Ladysmith Harbour

Some of the best moments at Mañana happen on the water — and we make it easy to get there. Rent an open kayak or stand-up paddleboard and set your own pace across Ladysmith Harbour. One of the most beautiful settings and a lovely, sheltered stretch of the Southern Vancouver Island coastline one can experience.
 
No experience necessary. Just show up, push off, and let the harbour do the rest. Equipment pickup and reservations for these activities and other resort events Ladysmith BC are handled through the Inn & Marina Office — we’ll get you sorted and on the water in no time.
 
Kayaks and paddleboards are available to guests and day visitors alike. Availability is limited, so reserve ahead to avoid disappointment.

Event Venue in Ladysmith, BC — Weddings, Corporate Events & Celebrations on Vancouver Island

Mañana Resort & Marina is one of Vancouver Island’s most distinctive private event destinations — a waterfront setting where the harbour, the gardens, the restaurant, and the Inn all come together to create something genuinely unforgettable. Whether you’re planning an intimate wedding, a corporate retreat, or a milestone celebration, our spaces are as flexible as they are beautiful.

Choose from five unique venues across the property, each with its own character and capacity — and all of them connected by the same warmth and attention to detail that defines everything at Mañana.

  • The Garden — Up to 80 guests. 1,500 sq ft of flat lawn with a 180-degree sunset view, a 50×30 event tent, stage and outlets for live music or DJ, and space for a private bar and buffet.
  • The Patio — Up to 40 guests. A scenic, open-air extension of the dining room with sweeping views of Ladysmith Harbour and the marina below.
  • 1948 Bar & Bistro — Up to 60 guests indoors. Fresh, locally sourced menus crafted for your occasion — casual or elegantly tailored. Catering and bar service provided exclusively by 1948.
  • The Inn — On-site accommodations including the Serenity Suite, a versatile two-bedroom option ideal for wedding parties, out-of-town guests, or executive retreats.
  • The Marina — Arrive in style. The marina offers guest moorage for vessels up to 220 feet, a 30×30 social dock with covered tent and string lights, and a waterfront setting that makes any celebration feel effortlessly memorable.
  • On-site coordination for seamless planning and execution of events Ladysmith BC
  • Full event packages available — tents, tables, chairs
  • Catering and bar service exclusively by 1948 Bar & Bistro
  • Designated areas for band or DJ
  • Accessible facilities and common areas
  • Free parking for guests and visitors
  • High-speed WiFi throughout the resort
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