About Nanaimo Dry Grad

Nanaimo Dry Grad offers a safe and substance-free environment for graduating students to celebrate their accomplishments and have fun!

  • The difference between dry grad and prom

    Unlike prom, which is a formal occasion, dry grad is a casual event where you are encouraged to laugh, play, and have a great time.

    Wearing comfy clothes is a must when attending Dry Grad, as many of the activities are physical (think bouncy castles, lazer tag, ping pong) or can be messy (face painting, getting your hair done, makeup, temporary tattoos).

    We don’t want you to worry about ruining your best clothes!

  • Did You Know That Nanaimo Dry Grad has been around since the 1990's?

    Dry Grad began in BC in the early 1990’s, and Nanaimo Dry Grad has been operating for nearly the entire time. That means that our city has seen over 30 years of dry grads!

  • Please do not drink and drive

    16 – 25 year olds made up nearly 13% of the population in 2016, but represented nearly 27% of the crash deaths involving alcohol. (MADD).

    Your life is more important than taking a risk of drinking and driving.

    Dry Grad offers a safe and alcohol/drug free environment for you to have a great time and not have to worry about getting home safely after consuming substances.