Head to Cedar Yellow Point. The area offers a year-round retreat from the busyness of life. The best part is that it lets you get a jump on your Christmas shopping.
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Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia
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Cedar Yellow Point is a wonderful place to spend the day or the week. Take a drive in the country and discover farms, artisan studios, farmer markets, pubs and cafes with outstanding cuisine all year long. It is well worth the drive.
You will also discover hiking trails and access to beaches so you might want to bring a picnic or pick something up at a local cafe or grocery store. Relax, enjoy, it's great here!
How to take the Cedar & Yellow Point Artisan Tour
This artisans tour is a self-guided experience of 15 artisans and farms in the Cedar and Yellow Point area. Every event day from 10am - 4pm, artisans and farms welcome you to stop by and explore.
Dates & times
Nov 16 - 19, 10am - 4pm Nov 23 -26, 10am - 4pm
You're just as likely to find the perfect piece of re-purposed furniture or hand-made quilt as you are the best stocking stuffers. Or, pick up some alpaca wool to take up a new hobby and knit your Christmas gifts. Stop in and learn about cranberries at Yellow Point Cranberries and get fresh sauce for your turkey dinner.
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Be sure to take a break over a pint or a latte at one of the eateries along the way. Take a look at the Cedar Yellow Point Artisan Association brochure and map and plan your route.
Pick up a snack while checking out the crafts in Nanaimo. Did you know Nanaimo is home to the Nanaimo Bar Trail and all sorts of artisans? ? If you have time, take a self-guided adventure through the city and sample what it has to offer.
Get set for the Holidays in Nanaimo. Home to the largest shopping mall on Vancouver Island, Woodgrove Centre. As well as a terrific destination for unique shopping opportunities, including the Old City Quarter – a lovely walkable part of the city that also provides lots of yummy sustenance to keep you going. Book your weekend trip today.
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