Laketown Ranch

09/14/2026

Our friends at the Dylan Willows Foundation for Music are running a 50/50 giveaway supporting local Vancouver Island musicians through their Music Lab this November. Head over to their page to enter!

Don't delay! Draw is on September 28th.

we have a very simple proposition for you:

give local music a little money.

maybe get a LOT of money back.

half the pot for you.

the other half helps put emerging Vancouver Island musicians in a room with experienced industry pros this November.

The DWFM 50/50 is officially LIVE.
$10 gets you in.
$20 gets you 4 tickets.
$50 gets you 20.
$100 gets you 100.

🎫 buy tickets + support The Music Lab:
https://rafflebox.ca/raffle/dwfm/

08/31/2026

$1,500,000+ raised for our community!

Laketown Ranch is proud to have raised over $1.5 million over the years to support vital organizations, charities, schools, community groups, and local causes throughout the Cowichan Valley.

In 2026 alone, Laketown Ranch has already donated $18,000 in scholarships and provided over 100 Sunfest tickets to local community charities for fundraising raffles, representing an estimated $30,000+ in donated fundraising value. And we are just getting started.

Giving back is part of who we are. It is one of our top priorities and an important way we measure our success.

Through the Laketown Ranch Benevolent Society, we are proud to continue supporting the people, organizations, and community groups that help make the Cowichan Valley, Lake Cowichan, and Youbou area so special.

We live here. We work here. We play here. We donate here. We volunteer here.

Giving back is personal to us. ❤️

07/15/2026

Are you looking for a fun, high-reward way to raise money for your charity? We have an incredible opportunity for you at Laketown Ranch! 🎟️

We are inviting local charities to apply to sell 50/50 tickets at our Sunfest Country Music Festival! It’s a fantastic way to raise funds while enjoying the festival atmosphere.

How it works:
👉 Bring a group of 8 to 10 volunteers. You'll sell 50/50 tickets and once your shift is over, you are free to stay and watch the show!
👉 The more your team sells, the more your charity makes!
👉Total sales are split with 50% going to the lucky winner, 25% going to your charity, and 25% going to Laketown Ranch Benevolent Society.

Click the link to apply now: https://forms.gle/JEqecN1Z7YLF4dia6

06/26/2026

📢 We're Hiring!

Are you detail-oriented, dependable, and ready to grow your career? We're looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a part time (leading to full time) Bookkeeper/Admin for our group of companies!

🧾 What You'll Do:
Bookkeeping & data entry
General administrative support
Work closely with a supportive team

🌱 Experience is an asset but we're happy to provide training to the right candidate who is eager to learn and grow with us.

🕒 Perks:
Flexible schedule
Starting wage from $23+/hr, depending on experience
Great opportunity to build your skills and move into a full-time role

📩 Send your resume to [email protected]

06/17/2026

Join us for the 25th Cowichan Valley Bluegrass Festival, hosted by Laketown Ranch. Get your tickets before it’s too late! 🎸

From June 19–21, the Cowichan Valley Bluegrass Festival will feature over 60 performances by world-class talent including Big Richard, Jake Vaadeland, and The Alum Ridge Boys & Ashlee.

Beyond the main stages, you can expect an immersive community experience with instrument workshops, all-ages jam sessions, and our signature Saturday night square dance under the stars!

🎟️ Book your ticket today: https://cowichanbluegrassfestival.ticketspice.com/cowichan-valley-bluegrass-festival-2026

06/15/2026

At Laketown Ranch, the magic isn’t just in the music… It’s in the grit, the ground, and the people who make it all happen. From the first sign you see at the gates to the dedicated crew keeping the grounds pristine, we believe that the soul of an experience is found in the details.

This week, the 25th Cowichan Valley Bluegrass Festival is hosted at Laketown Ranch. We’re honoured to celebrate a quarter-century of memories together.

📅 June 19–21, 2026

🎟️ Book your ticket: https://cowichanbluegrassfestival.ticketspice.com/cowichan-valley-bluegrass-festival-2026

06/02/2026

Join us for the 25th Cowichan Valley Bluegrass Festival hosted by Laketown Ranch! 🪕

📅 June 19–21, 2026

Get ready for Grammy and Juno-winning talent:

✨ Big Richard (Colorado)

🎸 Jake Vaadeland & the Sturgeon River Boys (Saskatchewan)

🎻 The Alum Ridge Boys & Ashlee (Virginia)

🎶 The Unfaithful Servants with Shari Ulrich, and many more!

Why you need to be there:

60+ Performances across 5 stages.

Saturday Night Square Dance under the stars. 💃

A "music village" atmosphere perfect for all ages.

🎟️ Tickets are ON SALE NOW! Don’t miss the 25th-anniversary celebration.

Book your ticket: https://cowichanbluegrassfestival.ticketspice.com/cowichan-valley-bluegrass-festival-2026

05/20/2026

Foam Fest is coming up quick!

Make the most of the event by camping right here at Laketown Ranch. You’ll wake up Saturday morning steps away from the obstacle course! ⛺

Kick things off early with our Friday Night Pre-Party! Join us Friday, May 29th (5 pm – 11 pm) for our community pre party. All proceeds are donated to your choice of local charity.

Book Your Pre Foam Fest Party Ticket: https://www.laketownranch.com/product/friday-night-foam-party/

Book Your Camping Spot & Foam Fest Ticket: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/106810/the-5k-foam-fest-vancouver-island-bc

(Pre-Party and Foam Fest tickets are sold separately. Add on camping after purchasing your Foam Fest ticket).

05/16/2026

Join us on May 29th for our Pre Foam Fest Party!

Your $10 ticket goes directly to local charity. You get to choose exactly where your money goes at checkout. Support one of these four:

Kinette Club of Lake Cowichan

Cowichan Lake Arts & Culture Society

Youbou Community Association

Honeymoon Bay Community Association

Event Details:
📍 Party starts at 5 pm for dinner and drinks.
🎸 Thick as Thieves starts at 7:15 PM.
🧼 Kids Zone open all evening.
🎟️ $10 tickets (Kids under 12 are free!).

Don't want to drive home? ⛺
Grab a camping spot, stay the night, and have a weekend of fun.

Book Your Pre Foam Fest Party Ticket: https://www.laketownranch.com/product/friday-night-foam-party/

Book Your Camping Spot & Foam Fest Ticket: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/106810/the-5k-foam-fest-vancouver-island-bc

(Pre-Party and Foam Fest tickets are sold separately. Add on camping after purchasing your Foam Fest ticket).

05/13/2026

Join us on Sunday, May 17th for the Jeepapalooza Swap Meet! 🚙💨

From 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM, there is something for everyone! Check out what we have in store 👇

Swap Meet (Starts at Noon): The ultimate spot to find parts, trade gear, and connect with the off-road community. Anyone can attend!

Show N Grime (2 PM – 6 PM): Jeeps line up to show off their custom builds, massive lifts, and trail-ready mods. Come talk shop!

Obstacle Course (Starts at 2 PM): Catch the action as Jeeps tackle the water pit, hills, logs, and rocks—plus the flex ramp to test that suspension!

Entry & BBQ: By donation to BC Cancer. Eat well and support a great cause!

📢 Interested in becoming a vendor?
It’s not too late to join! Connect with a high-traffic crowd of off-roaders, and hobbyists, and the local community.

🔗 Click the link to apply to become a vendor today: https://forms.gle/zsnG55qnViPWNGdg7