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SUMMARY:Second Hand Shop Around
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to downtown Victoria’s biggest second-hand shopping event. Second Hand Shop Around runs from November 1st to December 13th and there are two ways to participate! To get started\, pick up a punch card from one of the participating locations. \nShop & Save:\nSpend $10.00 CAD or more at a participating location to receive a punched orange star. Punch all 5 orange stars and unlock a 10% discount for the remainder of the event. \n\nOnly one orange star may be punched per visit.\nOnce you have punched all 5 orange stars\, show your punch card to staff at participating locations to unlock a 10% discount on purchases until December 13th.\n\nExplore & Win:\nVisit 10 participating locations to be entered to win a prize pack. \n\nOnly one blue star may be punched per business for the duration of the event.\nOnce you have punched 10 blue stars\, follow @secondhandvictoria on Instagram and send a picture of your completed punch card with contact info filled out in pen. Valid entries will be entered to win a prize basket.\n\n  \nParticipating Businesses \nUse this map to find all the businesses participating in the Second Hand Shop Around! Each one offers a chance to shop second-hand\, earn punches on your card\, and discover the unique vintage\, thrift\, and resale shops that make downtown Victoria shine. \n 
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/second-hand-shop-around/
LOCATION:Downtown Victoria\, 1205 Blanshard St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 3J4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Shopping & Fashion
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SUMMARY:Parkside Hotel & Rainbow Kitchen: Festive Bricks of Giving
DESCRIPTION:Parkside Hotel & Rainbow Kitchen: Festive Bricks of Giving \nNovember 15 – December 28\, 2025 | Free Admission | 9 AM–8 PM Daily \nCelebrate the season with Festive Bricks of Giving\, a free holiday celebration featuring LEGO® creations at The Parkside Hotel & Spa\, supporting Rainbow Kitchen’s School Meal Programs. \nDiscover incredible LEGO® displays by local artists and students\, a train winding through winter villages\, interactive play stations\, and a LEGO® ornament tree – those wishing to take home a festive LEGO® ornament can do so by making a suggested donation at Guest Services\, benefiting Rainbow Kitchen’s programs. \nDon’t miss the special feature day on December 6\, with live building by Canada’s first LEGO® Certified Professional\, Robin Sather\, and complimentary photos with Santa. \nAs part of the festivities\, The Parkside will also offer a Festive Bricks of Giving package\, complete with a themed LEGO set to take home. A portion of the proceeds from each package will be donated directly to Rainbow Kitchen\, helping extend the spirit of giving beyond the display itself. \nProceeds and donations directly support Rainbow Kitchen in providing over 6\,000 monthly meals for children across Greater Victoria.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/parkside-hotel-rainbow-kitchen-festive-bricks-of-giving/
LOCATION:The Parkside Hotel & Spa\, 810 Humboldt Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8V 5B1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Holiday,Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:Festival of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Festival of Trees Victoria\, features up to 100 sponsored trees in support of BC Children’s Hospital Foundation that will be spruced up and on display at the Bay Centre for the community to vote on and enjoy over the holidays.\nThe display runs November 15\, 2024 to January 5\, 2025.\nYou are officially invited to join us in raising funds for BC’s kids. Visit thebaycentre.ca for details.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/festival-of-trees/
LOCATION:The Bay Centre\, 1150 Douglas Street\, Suite 2\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 3M9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Causes,Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Holiday,Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:Doug LaFortune Limited Edition Print Signing and Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Legacy Art Gallery Downtown for a special opportunity to meet Doug LaFortune\, who will be offering limited edition printer’s proof prints of his artwork—just in time for the holidays. \nEnjoy light refreshments and take in the beautiful exhibition Salish Lines\, before it closes on December 6th. Doug’s prints are stunning reflections of his artistry and Coast Salish heritage. Perfect for collectors and those who appreciate the beauty of Coast Salish art.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/doug-lafortune-limited-edition-print-signing-and-sale/
LOCATION:Legacy Art Gallery\, 630 Yates Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1K9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Indigenous,Local Market,Museum & History
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SUMMARY: Bastion Square Christmas Village
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Bastion Square Revitalization Association\, the Greater Victoria Festival Society\, and with support from the Victoria Francophone Society.\nStep 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.\n\n Shop & CelebrateDiscover 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!\n\n 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!\n\n Sunday\, November 30 ~ The Magic Continues!More shopping\, more music\, and more holiday spirit as we celebrate the joy of the season together.\n\n Location: Bastion Square\, Government St.\, Downtown Victoria Dates: November 29 & 30\, 2025 Time: 1 PM – 6 PM\n\nA weekend of community\, connection\, and Christmas cheer and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/bastion-square-christmas-village/2025-11-29/
LOCATION:Bastion Square\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Festivals,Holiday,Local Market,Outdoor,Shopping & Fashion
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SUMMARY:43rd Peninsula Co-op Santa Claus Parade
DESCRIPTION:43rd Peninsula Co-op Santa Claus Parade Presented by CHEK\nNovember 29\, 2025\, 5:30 pm starting at Belleville and Government \n\nTHE SANTA CLAUS PARADE HAS A NEW ROUTE FOR 2025! \nParade Start: Belleville & Government Street @ 5:30 PM \nRoad Closures Begin: 3:30 PM for parade staging around the Parliament Buildings \n\nThe Victoria Disability Resource Centre will be hosting an Accessible Viewing Area with live audio description at Government & Wharf Street. \n\n\n Giving Back to Our Community\nOnce again\, we are proudly supporting the Mustard Seed Street Church & Food Bank.\nLook for their team at Government & Wharf Street (in front of the Tourism Victoria Visitor Centre) at 5:00 PM. \nBring non-perishable food items or a small cash donation to help local families this holiday season.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/43rd-peninsula-co-op-santa-claus-parade/
LOCATION:Various Venues\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Festivals,Outdoor
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