Whale Festival
The Pacific Rim Whale Festival is an annual event celebrating the return of Pacific Grey Whales to the West coast of Vancouver Island on their Northern migration route. The week-long festival hosts a number of fun events throughout Tofino, Ucluelet, and the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve.
BOOGIE BY THE BAY -- tba
Summer’s winding down, but we’re going out with a bang.
Boogie by the Bay: tba Edition lands on Sunday, September 20 from 4pm–11pm AT SHELTER RESTAURANT. a proper send-off to the season.
Tickets drop September 10 at Shelter. Limited quantity. 19+ only.
Speaker Series
Flights Over Greys: assessing the health of Grey whales off West Coast Vancouver Island and DFO: best practice for boating around whales. LEARN MORE
Tofino Wedding Weekend
Where: Shelter Restaurants upstairs event space
When: February 27th, 28th & March 1st 2026
What: Meet with our favourite Tofino vendors, enjoy appetizers, cocktails, live music, site tours & complimentary wedding planning assistance.
How: Tickets are $150 per couple
New Years Eve Party
We’re ringing in 2026 with a full Southern glow-up on the waterfront. Your Midnight on the Bayou ticket comes with a Louisiana-style grazing spread—a lineup of dishes made for wandering, tasting, and going back for more. You’ll kick off the night with a welcome glass of sparkling wine, then roll straight into the countdown with complimentary entry to our late-night dance party as the bayou energy takes over.
BURGER NIGHT ALL DAY
Attention burger fans: Mondays just got better! It’s Burger Night at Shelter, running all day from 11 am to 11 pm. Sink your teeth into an OG Ricky Burger served with fries for just $15. Start your week with a treat—because Mondays deserve something this good! 🍔
BURGER NIGHT ALL DAY
Attention burger fans: Mondays just got better! It’s Burger Night at Shelter, running all day from 11 am to 11 pm. Sink your teeth into an OG Ricky Burger served with fries for just $15. Start your week with a treat—because Mondays deserve something this good! 🍔
Tofino Sea Of Lights
Join us for the 6th annual Sea of Lights at Tofino Resort + Marina — a cherished community tradition that marks the start of the holiday season.
Take in the illuminated boats along the harbour, warm up with hot chocolate by the fire, listen to carolers, browse the holiday night market, and soak in the winter magic by the water. A memorable evening for locals and visitors alike.
gingerbread competition: jurassic tofino
“We’re back, DURING THE SEA OF LIGHTS, for our annual Gingerbread Building competition! This years theme is jurassic tofino. sign up and compete or just come for the show. registration will be live on our website on november 22 until december 5th.
BURGER NIGHT ALL DAY
Attention burger fans: Mondays just got better! It’s Burger Night at Shelter, running all day from 11 am to 11 pm. Sink your teeth into an OG Ricky Burger served with fries for just $15. Start your week with a treat—because Mondays deserve something this good! 🍔
TOFINO HOT COCO TRAIL
Get cozy this December, and try over 25 specialty hot chocolate drinks from Tofino businesses!
BURGER NIGHT ALL DAY
Attention burger fans: Mondays just got better! It’s Burger Night at Shelter, running all day from 11 am to 11 pm. Sink your teeth into an OG Ricky Burger served with fries for just $15. Start your week with a treat—because Mondays deserve something this good! 🍔
JURASSIC TOFINO REGISTRATION
Shelter’s annual gingerbread contest is back!
Sign up on our website between November 22–december 5. There are only 25 spots, and once they’re filled, that’s it!
BURGER NIGHT ALL DAY
Attention burger fans: Mondays just got better! It’s Burger Night at Shelter, running all day from 11 am to 11 pm. Sink your teeth into an OG Ricky Burger served with fries for just $15. Start your week with a treat—because Mondays deserve something this good! 🍔
BURGER NIGHT ALL DAY
Attention burger fans: Mondays just got better! It’s Burger Night at Shelter, running all day from 11 am to 11 pm. Sink your teeth into an OG Ricky Burger served with fries for just $15. Start your week with a treat—because Mondays deserve something this good! 🍔
BURGER NIGHT ALL DAY
Attention burger fans: Mondays just got better! It’s Burger Night at Shelter, running all day from 11 am to 11 pm. Sink your teeth into an OG Ricky Burger served with fries for just $15. Start your week with a treat—because Mondays deserve something this good! 🍔
jays vs dodgers
Watch the Blue Jays face the Dodgers in the World Series at Shelter! ⚾️ We’ll have food and drink features on during every game — the perfect spot to catch the action on the waterfront.
Pop Off Fridays
End your week on a high note—better yet, a POP!
This Friday and every Friday, join us for Pop Off Fridays with select bottles of bubbly for just $50. Sip, relax, and take in the waterfront views at Shelter.
jays vs dodgers
Watch the Blue Jays face the Dodgers in the World Series at Shelter! ⚾️ We’ll have food and drink features on during every game — the perfect spot to catch the action on the waterfront.