Simonholt Restaurant

10/20/2026

Coming Saturday

LIFT OFF with RED GIANT as you embark on a musical journey with a group of seasoned,

professional musicians from Vancouver Island. RED GIANT is a group of seasoned local

musicians, playing your favourite Rock & Roll hits from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s to present, RED

GIANT is excited to take you on a journey that is out of this world.

Phil Dickson – Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar

Stu Johnson - Lead Guitar

Scott Arkell – Piano, Synth

Chad Cleveland – Bass Guitar

Kevin Bishop – Drums, Vocals

Some recent comments sent into us:

“…we danced the whole time!”

“[Your] live music helped to make our event that much more successful!”

“Small or large stage, they are worth seeing!”

“You can see that they love what they do!”

10/19/2026

🍳🥐 SIMONHOLT WEEKEND BRUNCH BUFFET — SEASONAL PAUSE ANNOUNCEMENT 🍂

❤️ Our Last Brunch Buffet of 2026 — Sunday, October 25!

As we prepare for the busy and exciting holiday season, we would like to let our wonderful guests know that Sunday, October 25, will be our final Weekend Brunch Buffet of 2026.

🎄 Over the coming weeks, our team will be focusing on holiday celebrations, Christmas parties, special events, and creating memorable dining experiences for our community.

🥓 JOIN US FOR ONE LAST BRUNCH!

📅 Sunday, October 25, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
🍽️ All-You-Can-Eat Brunch Buffet
💰 $19.95 per adult

❤️ THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

We sincerely appreciate everyone who has joined us for weekend brunch and supported Simonholt throughout the year.

This is not goodbye to brunch — just a seasonal break!

📣 Our brunch return date will be announced right here on Facebook. Stay tuned!

From all of us at Simonholt, thank you for being part of our community. We look forward to celebrating the holiday season with you!

📍 Simonholt Restaurant
6582 Applecross Road, Nanaimo
(Behind Costco)

SIMONHOLT — FOOD • DRINK • MUSIC • COMMUNITY ❤️

10/16/2026

Coming this Saturday Oct 17

Holly Wood Lead Vocals. Acoustic Guitar. Harmonica
Holly started playing music at age 11 and was in her first performing band at age 13 carrying on ever since in a wide selection of different bands
playing her way both full time professionally through Western Canada and continuing on. The highlight of her youth was singing at Expo 86 and singing with members of the Guess Who on Galliano Island in the early 90's. Since then she has continued singing herself and doing background vocals for various recording projects.

Her love for all genres of music led to making herself available for various projects with other musicians throughout her years and giving her a distinct and versatile vocal style. Some of her female music influences Include Olivia Newton John, Cindy Lauper, Whitney Houston, Stevie Nicks, Melissa Etheridge, Pink, Annie Lenox and Patsy Cline just to name a few.

Now part of the 4 piece band playing classic and current Rock , Pop, Country Rock and R&B called "Hollywood Knights"

Darrell Gardner Drums, Vocals, Percussion

The Precision Time Keeper holding down the foundation of any band he plays with. Darrell started playing the drums at the age of 12 and was playing live shows by high school. He continued to play full time through the 1980's and 1990's touring across Western Canada with a variety of bands. He has been the time keeper for many local bands including Big Bang Baby and Cheeky Monkey as well as playing with other local musicians at various times through the last 30 years. His influences are vast and many.

Michael Peterson Guitars and Vocals

Michael has been playing music since grade 3 playing his first live gig then on a paddle wheel boat in San Diego Harbor, During junior high in Nanaimo he formed his first professional band playing around the island and then spent many years playing throughout Western Canada in a variety of touring bands through the 1980's and 1990's and since continued in a variety of bands around Vancouver Island. Michael and Darrell started playing together in grade 12 and have been playing together on and off ever since, playing throughout western Canada and together throughout the Island and local area since 2008 in Big Bang Baby and Cheeky Monkey as well as some side projects.

Mark Dutchuk Bass Guitar

Since his first paid gig at the age of 14, Mark has had the bug to play music. Mark has appeared on everything from punk albums to JazzFest stages, and played in many local bands since moving to the island. His musical influences draw from jazz, rock, electronica, and middle eastern music. Mark likes to anchor the band's sound with solid rubbery bass lines, working closely with the drummer to create a deep dance groove. Whether he's playing a classic rock tune or a modern pop hit, Mark's energy never wanes. He knows how to work the crowd, interacting with them in playful ways, and often teases his bandmates to get a reaction. Mark always seems to be having fun on stage and he loves to keep the crowd dancing and grooving along

https://www.showpass.com/saturday-night-live-with-hollywood-knights-at-simonholt/

10/15/2026

10/08/2026

Amazing

10/06/2026

KEVIN SANDS LIVE 🎸
📅 Wednesday, October 14
⏰ 7:30 PM
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION
📍 Simonholt Restaurant, Nanaimo

Kevin Sands is a singer, songwriter and recording artist, as well as an experienced session harmonica player. Come enjoy a relaxed evening of live music, great food and drinks at Simonholt.

No cover — just come for dinner, stay for the music! 🎶

Kevin Sands is a seasoned performer, composer, and guitarist known for his unique left-handed playing style on a right-handed guitar, inspired by artist such as Elizabeth Cotton and Karl Wallinger.

A skilled harmonica player, Kevin began his
musical journey in childhood, writing his first song at 15 and making his stage debut at the Northern
Lights Folk Festival in 1975. in 1977 he joined the very popular Earthshine Band, touring Western Canada and recording a live album at the Bessborough Hotel in Saskatoon.

Throughout the years, Kevin has worked extensively as a performer, session musician, sound engineer and producer. He has written and recorded two original album projects — The Courting and Ascending — and continues to perform a wide repertoire of original music and covers from artists like Bruce Cockburn, Tom Petty, The Eagles, Jackson Browne, Steve Earle, and John Mayer.

Now based on Vancouver Island, Kevin remains passionate about sharing his
music and connecting with audiences

The finest dining experience in Nanaimo

10/05/2026

🥩 THURSDAY FAMILY DAY AT SIMONHOLT! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Thursday nights just got a whole lot better!

Starting this Thursday, join us every Thursday for our Prime Rib Dinner Special — a classic comfort-food dinner made for a night out with the family.

🥩 PRIME RIB DINNER

6 oz — $33
8 oz — $39

Served with:
🥔 Mashed Potatoes
🥕 Seasonal Vegetables
🥮 Yorkshire Pudding
🍖 Rich Gravy

And because Thursday is FAMILY DAY at Simonholt:

🎉 KIDS 12 & UNDER EAT FREE!

Kids 12 & under receive one FREE Kids Menu meal with the purchase of one adult entrée.

• One free kids meal per adult entrée purchased
• Dine-in only
• Every Thursday
• Cannot be combined with other offers or promotions
• Some restrictions may apply

Bring the family, enjoy a proper Prime Rib dinner, and make Thursday night your family night.

📅 EVERY THURSDAY
🕟 Starting at 4:30 PM
⏳ Prime Rib available while supplies last — come early!

📍 Simonholt Restaurant
6582 Applecross Rd, Nanaimo
Behind Costco

🥩 Great food.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family time.
❤️ One easy Thursday night.

THURSDAY = FAMILY DAY AT SIMONHOLT

The finest dining experience in Nanaimo

10/05/2026

Classic Rock | Together for Nearly Two Decades



Flashback is a classic rock band whose enduring chemistry has been refined over the better part of two decades. While the lineup has evolved through the years, the heart of the band has remained constant: a passion for music that makes your feet move and your heart soar.



Drawing inspiration from the golden era of rock and roll and everything in between, Flashback delivers high-energy performances that honor the timeless songs audiences know and love while injecting them with fresh, road-tested enthusiasm. Their setlists span the anthems and deep cuts that defined generations of rock, played with the kind of seasoned musicianship that only comes from years of playing together.



Nearly twenty years in, Flashback isn't slowing down. Whether it's a packed club, a festival stage, or a private event, the band brings the same commitment to every show: great songs, tight musicianship, and a good time had by all.

Presented by Wanapa’s Entertainment

Oct 30 7:30-9:30PM.
Ticket $15