Duncan Days !
Duncan Days 2024
Event Schedule
Day 1: Friday, July 12 - Sidewalk Sale Day
Join us for the annual Sidewalk Sale in downtown Duncan! This beloved tradition sees Craig Street (from Station to Kenneth) closed to vehicle traffic, allowing merchants to set up booths on the street. Other downtown streets will also feature merchants bringing their sale items out to the sidewalk, while remaining open to traffic.
Day 2: Saturday, July 13 - Street Party (10 AM - 3 PM)
Saturday is a big day, filled with various activities, demonstrations, and live performances. Kenneth, Station, all of Craig, and Jubilee from Government to Kenneth Street will be closed to car traffic.
Enjoy a variety of vendors, non-profits, and local businesses showcasing their products and services.
Key Activities:
Grand Parade by Duncan Cowichan Festival Society starting at 10:30 AM
Demonstration by the Cowichan Valley Roller Derby Association
Chalk art installation and Pet Portraits by the Cowichan Valley Arts Council
Kid's crepe decorating by Ironworks Cafe and Creperie
Downtown Treasure Trail designed by The Fort with prizes
Live music in front of Craig Street Brew Pub
Expanded Duncan Farmers' Market
39 Days of July Festival in Charles Hoey Park
Busker's Station
Children's Activities by Red Balloon Toyshop
A continuation of the Sidewalk Sale
Mini golf, giant pong, and a mechanical bull
Sno-kones and a family cornhole toss hosted by Duncan Rotary
Adult-focused cornhole tournament hosted by Fresh Kenny's
Performance by Warmland Dance
Live music and beer garden at the Elks
Psychic Fair by Wishes
A performance by visiting Tattoo Pipe Bands
Day 3: Sunday, July 14 - Car Show and Motorcycle Show and Shine (9 AM - 3 PM)
The final day of Duncan Days features a car show and motorcycle show and shine, providing a fun and engaging end to the festivities. Kenneth Street will host the car show, while Station Street will host the motorcycle show and shine.
Key Activities:
Car Show and live music hosted by The Elks on Kenneth Street
Motorcycle Show and Shine sponsored by Ironworks Cafe and Creperie along with DDBIA on Station Street
6 prize categories for the Motorcycle Show and Shine
Proceeds benefiting Cowichan Independent Living and Resource Centre and Helmet Head Canada