The Vault Cafe

The Vault Cafe Cozy cafe, restaurant and music venue in Nanaimo, BC
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We love patio time here at the vault café. Lucky for YOU we keep our patio going all year round. Catch up with loved one...
08/26/2026

We love patio time here at the vault café. Lucky for YOU we keep our patio going all year round. Catch up with loved ones, work on a craft, play some chess or all of the above.
P.S thank you for choosing to spend your time with us, we’re very grateful for you all. Seeing people enjoy the space is what makes it all worth it ❤️

THIS WEEKS EVENTS THURSDAYVolume 3 of this curious evening of stand up, drag, and all things delightfully strange with y...
08/24/2026

THIS WEEKS EVENTS

THURSDAY

Volume 3 of this curious evening of stand up, drag, and all things delightfully strange with your host, Miss Patti Savard!
730pm start!
$15 cover

FRIDAY

Jazzzz with Dan Craven on sax, James Darling on piano, Adam Robertson on drums & Cayleigh Borsboom on upright bass. Come bring your friends for a cocktail and some exceptional music
Doors at 8pm
Show at 9pm

SATURDAY

Come have a melancholy time with some folk/ slacker / americana rock and roll from WILD GARLIC ISLAND, DANIEL ARTHUR and nanaimos own WASTE MANAGEMENT
Doors at 8pm
Show at 9pm
$15 cover PWYC

See you there xo

Hey all, last night's storm did a real number the cafe's roof, so we will be closed today, sunday august 23rd for repair...
08/23/2026

Hey all, last night's storm did a real number the cafe's roof, so we will be closed today, sunday august 23rd for repairs.
So sorry for the inconvenience but we will see you Monday morning xo ⛈️

08/22/2026

TONIGHT! A truly great evening of beautiful music + beautiful pizza from our lovely neighbours Paisanos ! Thanks for helping us out on a short staffed night! 🍕
Come check out our beloved Charlotte Coleman and the amazing Dana Sipos !
Doors at 730pm
Show at 8pm
$20 cover

THIS WEEEKS SPECIAL, Mamas Beef Bunwhich with house made red cabbage slaw. Mama Scott’s roast beef, chopped bacon, Swiss...
08/21/2026

THIS WEEEKS SPECIAL, Mamas Beef Bunwhich with house made red cabbage slaw. Mama Scott’s roast beef, chopped bacon, Swiss cheese, sautéed cabbage, caramelized onion and horseradish aioli served on a toasted bun, house made slaw and a pickle!
P.S we’ve got a very special show coming up August 29th with local slow rocker legend Wesley Mulholland . We will see you there

THIS WEEKS EVENTS THURSDAYFake jass presents another night of surreal sounds featuring, KVMP, CHERUB WEAPONRY, THE KETTL...
08/18/2026

THIS WEEKS EVENTS

THURSDAY

Fake jass presents another night of surreal sounds featuring, KVMP, CHERUB WEAPONRY, THE KETTLE BLACK, & WAX MANNEQUIN.
830pm start!
$15 cover PWYC

FRIDAY

A night of country crooning and folk with local angel Ben Zyakin, joined by David Simard & Tan Sedan. Bring your pals and come and see!
8pm start!
$20 cover

SATURDAY

Blessed to welcome back our lord and savior of low-fi grunge pop BYE HOUSE, with cosmic folk weaver DANA SIPOS. what a treat!
8pm start!
$20 cover

See you there xo

THIS WEEKS EVENTS THURSDAY Filipino-Canadian loop artist Alex Maher with folk pop opener Shel Prince! Come and see!Doors...
08/12/2026

THIS WEEKS EVENTS

THURSDAY

Filipino-Canadian loop artist Alex Maher with folk pop opener Shel Prince!
Come and see!
Doors at 8pm
Show at 9pm
$15 cover

FRIDAY

Jazz and R&B grooves till late!
Bring some pals for a cocktail and some great music
Doors at 8pm
Show at 9pm
$15 cover

SATURDAY

Make some art, have some drinks, and take home your canvas creation!
5pm-7pm
Tickets available on eventbrite


The carnival is coming to town!
Join us for a circus themed drag show with your hosts Olive Thistea and Boy Gorgeous, and featuring Olivia Leads, Aria Okay, JJ Rabbit, Mia Monster, Ashes, Trix & Nilla Milkshake
Doors at 8pm
Show at 9pm
$20-$30 cover
Ages 13+

See you there xo

Hello to our Vault going friendsWe will unfortunately be closed today and tomorrow due to a hot water tank failure. We w...
08/11/2026

Hello to our Vault going friends
We will unfortunately be closed today and tomorrow due to a hot water tank failure. We will be back up and running as usual on Thursday morning. Sorry for the inconvenience and see you then xo

08/06/2026

Our star staff member pepper is taking our drink menu on headfirst with this blind taste test. Come try out our summer specials but some of these mystery items are reserved for us (hint hint… the last one) who’s up next?

Happy birthday to Nanaimo’s beloved Gordie💫 Thank you for all that you do, not only for the vault but for the community ...
08/05/2026

Happy birthday to Nanaimo’s beloved Gordie💫 Thank you for all that you do, not only for the vault but for the community that surrounds it. We love you!

Address

499 Wallace Street
Nanaimo, BC
V9R5B7

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 12am
Thursday 8am - 12am
Friday 8am - 12am
Saturday 9am - 12am
Sunday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+17784412950

Website

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