Bastion Square Christmas Village

In collaboration with the Bastion Square Revitalization Association, the Greater Victoria Festival Society, and with support from the Victoria Francophone Society.

Step into the magic of Bastion Square this holiday season for our first annual Christmas Village ~ a festive weekend filled with twinkling lights, local vendors, music, and delicious treats in one of Victoria’s most iconic historic settings.

 Shop & Celebrate
Discover handmade gifts, artisan goods, and festive food in the heart of downtown. The ceremonial Bastion Square arch at View & Government Streets welcomes you to the original site of old Fort Victoria ~ now transformed into a sparkling winter wonderland!

 Saturday, November 29 ~ Make it a Full Day of Festivities!
Start your day at the Bastion Square Christmas Village – shop local, enjoy live entertainment, and sip hot cocoa and then grab your perfect viewing spot for the 43rd Annual Peninsula Co-op Santa Claus Parade presented by CHEK Media, now following a new route along Wharf Street, right outside Bastion Square!

 Sunday, November 30 ~ The Magic Continues!
More shopping, more music, and more holiday spirit as we celebrate the joy of the season together.

 Location: Bastion Square, Government St., Downtown Victoria
 Dates: November 29 & 30, 2025
 Time: 1 PM – 6 PM

A weekend of community, connection, and Christmas cheer and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!