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. Shop & Save: Spend $10.00 CAD or more at a participating location to receive a punched orange […]
Parkside Hotel & Rainbow Kitchen: Festive Bricks of Giving November 15 – December 28, 2025 | Free Admission | 9 AM–8 PM Daily Celebrate 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. Discover incredible LEGO® displays by […]
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. The display runs November 15, 2024 to January 5, 2025. You are officially invited to […]
Experience the enchanting fusion of holiday cheer and ghostly thrills as you putt your way through twinkling lights, festive decorations and a cozy Victorian ghost story. Fun for all ages! Arrive early to enjoy a beverage (spiced sea cider is a fan favourite) in our newly themed Parlour Lounge, or add a round of ping […]
Are you a young person (18 – 30) concerned about climate change? Are you seeking a community in which to express these thoughts and feelings? Join Creating Climate Resilience for a Tuesday evening workshop series utilizing artmaking and dialogue to explore your thoughts and feelings about climate change in a supportive space. Creating Climate Resilience […]
Join HAVN & Zingaro Floral Perfumery for a holiday workshop. Amid the scent of the sea and the calm of winter greens, guests will craft seasonal door adornments from fir, pine, cypress, herbs, and spice. This experience will begin with access to HAVN’s saunas, cold plunges and hot tubs, followed by a guided holiday door […]
Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a thrilling night of camaraderie, competition, and fantastic prizes! Event Details: When: Every Thursday night from 6 PM to 9 PM Where: Infusion VR Arcade at 535 Yates St Tickets: $10 for entrance + first play. $5 per […]
Rally the troops and combine your knowledge to win swag, giftcards and of course, DELICIOUS PIZZA!!! This show kicks off at 730pm every Thursday and yes they take reservations! Book your table now!!
12th Annual Nerdy Days of Christmas Craft Fair December 6 & 7 Lower Level Market Square – 560 Johnson Street – Inside a bottom corner storefront 11pm -4pm Entry is by donation at the door, with 100% of the door proceeds donated to Victoria Hospitals Foundation. Nerdy Days of Christmas is a quaint nerdy inspired […]
Nerdy Days of Christmas is BACK! Check out all the fun vendors from December 6th & 7th. Entry is by donation and all proceeds go to @ourvichospitals Located in the lower courtyard of Market Square corner unit #29 See you there! #marketsquarevic
12th Annual Nerdy Days of Christmas Craft Fair December 6 & 7 Lower Level Market Square – 560 Johnson Street – Inside a bottom corner storefront 11pm -4pm Entry is by donation at the door, with 100% of the door proceeds donated to Victoria Hospitals Foundation. Nerdy Days of Christmas is a quaint nerdy inspired […]
Saturday, December 6 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Free Admission Don’t miss the highlight of Festive Bricks of Giving — a special morning with Robin Sather, Canada’s first LEGO® Certified Professional, as he completes his large-scale holiday build live in The Parkside’s atrium. Families can also enjoy complimentary photos with Santa, festive treats, […]
Luna Collective and KWENCH are teaming up once again for our annual Winter Market! Join us at KWENCH HQ, Victoria’s coworking, culture, and event hub, for a one-day celebration of local creativity. TIME: 12–4 PM ENTRY: $3 entry at the door (kids & pups get in free!) Shop from 60+ incredible local makers, artists, and […]
Join us at Good Vibe Space for a fun wreath workshop to create beautiful wreaths and spread positive energy! Good Vibe Space and Jennifer Tynan’s Creationsare teaming up to bring you a fun and creative Wreath Workshop! Join us for a hands-on experience where you’ll learn how to craft beautiful wreaths. This in-person event promises […]
Presented by St. Andrew’s Music Outreach program on Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 pm at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. An afternoon of music from violin students from the studio of Ann Elliott-Goldschmid at the UVic School of Music. Entrance is by donation and everyone is welcome.
We’re thrilled to invite you to the Beehive Christmas Fibre Fair – a festive celebration of creativity, community, and craftsmanship. This year’s fair also marks the grand public opening of the Beehive Fibre Arts Centre, our new home for learning, inspiration, and connection in the heart of Victoria. Come explore a beautifully curated selection of […]
You’re Invited: The Beehive Christmas Fibre Fair! Join us this December for a festive celebration of all things woolly, handmade, and heartwarming. The Beehive Christmas Fibre Fair is your chance to connect with local fibre artists, discover beautiful yarns and handcrafted treasures, and soak up the cozy magic of the season – all in our […]
WHERE: Goldenball Mercantile 649 Fort WHEN: Sunday Dec 7th 1:30-3:00 COST: $70 Join Brooke for an afternoon of merry-making with the GOLDENBALL FESTIVE ARRANGEMENT WORKSHOP. We will be making your choice of an outdoor bucket arrangement for your front entry, or an arrangement for your indoor holiday display. All supplies are provided and we will […]
🎨 Interested in Art Therapy? Join Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling for a free educational workshop online. In this complimentary one hour workshop, you’ll learn what art therapy is and get to engage in various creative exercises —no art background required. Led by a Canadian Clinical Counsellor and Art Therapist, you’ll receive: A straightforward […]
Winter Solstice Music 10th Anniversary Tour The Winter Solstice Music Tour marks its 10th anniversary this year, bringing warmth, harmony, and connection to Vancouver Island communities. Since 2010, vocalist and artistic director Cari Burdett has gathered musicians and audiences to celebrate the turning of the season — a time to pause, reflect, and welcome the […]
Presented by St. Andrew’s Music Outreach program on Thursday, December 11 at 12:00 pm at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. An afternoon of seasonal choral and instrumental music, as well as sing-along Christmas carols! Holiday treats and refreshments served. Entrance is by donation and everyone is welcome.
Welcome to Thursday’s at Ecologyst – Monthly Shop & Sip! Join us at 552 Johnson St for a fun-filled day and evening of shopping and sipping. Browse through our unique collection of natural fibre products produced right here in North America while enjoying a refreshing beverage. Whether you’re looking for sustainable slow-fashion, accessories, or gifts, we’ve got you […]
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS THIS SEASON. Wander up Fort Street for an evening full of shopping, in-store specials, and more! Stores are staying open until 8pm hosting holiday fun; grab a friend and join in! 🎄 You’re Invited to Shop Local at the Fort Street Winter Wander 🎄 We are so excited that this event […]
Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a thrilling night of camaraderie, competition, and fantastic prizes! Event Details: When: Every Thursday night from 6 PM to 9 PM Where: Infusion VR Arcade at 535 Yates St Tickets: $10 for entrance + first play. $5 per […]
In Oct. Camp Beer Co. cleaned up at the BC Brewing Awards and then won BC Brewery of the Year! Camp is located in Langley, so we are bringing them here to the island, for you to try. In honour of the visiting brewery, we have created a “camp” feel at The Drake. We will […]
Victoria, B.C. – Danny Carmona invites audiences to a high-energy, genre-blending performance on Friday, December 12, 2025, at The Coda in downtown Victoria. The show celebrates her newest music release, bringing Cumbia, Salsa, Funk, and Hip Hop to the island. This special event features an exceptional lineup of musicians: Pablo Cardenas (keys), Nicolas Marquez (drums), […]
GIUSEPPE PIETRAROIA, conductor YULIA VAN DOREN, soprano NICHOLAS BURNS, countertenor THOMAS HOBBS, tenor JONATHAN WOODY, bass-baritone VICTORIA CHILDREN’S CHOIR CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL YOUNG CHORISTERS VOX HUMANA CHAMBER CHOIR AND FRIENDS Handel: Messiah “Hallelujah!” In 1741, Handel composed his great oratorio Messiah in just three weeks, and its message continues to reign forever and ever, enthralling […]
Sketch Night Live is back with a special Holiday Edition! Kick off the season with big laughs and merry vibes at Victoria’s only full-length sketch comedy show. Get your tickets now! This is a 19+ event. Sketch Night Live: Holiday Edition Friday, December 12th Doors 7:30PM Show 8:00PM Encore by Paparazzi (1415 Broad Street)
Danny Carmona is excited to invite audiences to a high-energy, genre-blending performance on Friday, December 12, 2025, at The Coda in downtown Victoria. The show celebrates her newest music release and brings Cumbia, Salsa, Funk, and Hip Hop to the island. This special event features an exceptional lineup of musicians, including Pablo Cardenas (keys), Nicolas […]
December 13, 2025 – May 3, 2026 Curated by Steven McNeil, AGGV Chief Curator & Director of Exhibitions Sharing artwork from the AGGV collection, this exhibition presents twelve prints by Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528). The selected prints showcase the artist’s extraordinary skill as a printmaker and his fascination with dramatic subjects centred on danger. Dürer’s prints […]
Crag X Climbing Centre is thrilled to extend a special invitation to you to participate in this year’s Market on Mats on the 13th and 14th of December organised by Crag X Climbing Centre in collaboration with LampPost Victoria. This year, the market will be a two-day long affair! Market on Mats is a unique […]
Tuba Christmas Victoria presents an annual gathering of Tuba and Euphonium players performing in support of the Times Colonist Christmas Fund. This performance will take place on December 13th at 2pm.
The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue presents: Brrr-lesque & Baubles! 🎄✨A Winter Holiday Spectacular!✨🎄 Get ready to sleigh the holidays with sparkle, sass, and a whole lot of shimmy! The Cheesecake Burlesque Revue is back and naughtier than ever with Brrr-lesque & Baubles! — a dazzling winter extravaganza that blends classic holiday cheer with cheeky charm and […]
The Harold is improv’s high wire act — watch it performed by some of Victoria’s funniest improvisers at Garden City Improv! Enjoy an evening of long-form improv comedy, with hilarious characters and interwoven stories, all inspired by a single audience suggestion! Tickets will go fast for this event – get yours today! Harold Night: Longform […]
Make this season magical with a morning full of joy and delicious flavors. Hosted in our ocean-view Harbour Room, this event includes a festive buffet, cookie decorating at your table, keepsake photos from Four Frames Photo Booth, and of course, a visit from Santa himself! It’s the perfect way to create lasting memories with your […]
INTERESTED in being a VENDOR? Email waterbornedesigns@gmail.com for more info. Free admission, quality vendors, festive atmosphere, food and music.
For all ages Tickets: No tickets or reservations required. https://chateauvictoria.com/forest-of-wishes/ Event Details: Start your annual Holliday celebration WITH SANTA! in the heart of downtown Victoria, at The Chateau Victoria’s Forest of Wishes. Donate for your Holliday wish ornament to hang in our forest. Enjoy Hotdogs, holiday refreshments & music to warm your sole before you […]
Start your annual Holliday celebration in the heart of downtown Victoria at The Chateau Victoria’s Forest of Wishes. Make a donation for your Holliday wish ornament to hang in our forest. Enjoy Hotdogs, holiday refreshments & music to warm your sole before you explore the other many holiday attractions downtown. Children’s activities and free parking […]
Tickets are available at the McPherson Box Office (not the Victoria Conservatory of Music), charge by phone at 250.386.6121 or toll-free at 1.888.717.9121 or online at www.rmts.bc.ca. For more information about Accessibility at the Royal Theatre, visit https://www.rmts.bc.ca/visit/accessibility/ The Victoria Conservatory of Music is delighted to bring back Daniel Lapp’s beloved Home for Christmas concerts […]
Tickets are available at the McPherson Box Office (not the Victoria Conservatory of Music), charge by phone at 250.386.6121 or toll-free at 1.888.717.9121 or online at www.rmts.bc.ca. For more information about Accessibility at the Royal Theatre, visit https://www.rmts.bc.ca/visit/accessibility/ The Victoria Conservatory of Music is delighted to bring back Daniel Lapp’s beloved Home for Christmas concerts […]
Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a thrilling night of camaraderie, competition, and fantastic prizes! Event Details: When: Every Thursday night from 6 PM to 9 PM Where: Infusion VR Arcade at 535 Yates St Tickets: $10 for entrance + first play. $5 per […]
Tickets are available at the McPherson Box Office (not the Victoria Conservatory of Music), charge by phone at 250.386.6121 or toll-free at 1.888.717.9121 or online at www.rmts.bc.ca. For more information about Accessibility at the Royal Theatre, visit https://www.rmts.bc.ca/visit/accessibility/ The Victoria Conservatory of Music is delighted to bring back Daniel Lapp’s beloved Home for Christmas concerts […]
Rally the troops and combine your knowledge to win swag, giftcards and of course, DELICIOUS PIZZA!!! This show kicks off at 730pm every Thursday and yes they take reservations! Book your table now!!
Celebrate the holidays with the rich and authentic flavours of Africa & the Caribbean! Pre-order your favourites: 🍛 Cassava Leaves Stew 🍲 Okra Soup 🔥 Djollof Rice 🥘 🍰 Malva Pudding 📩 Pre-order now: issambacentre@gmail.com Pre-Order Come enjoy good food, good vibes, and a warm community experience! 🎅🏾🌍✨
Join us for the Specialty Coffee Tasting, a monthly event that brings together coffee lovers from all backgrounds! Every third Saturday, we gather at the Green Cuisine Specialty Coffee Roastery, located at the courtyard level of Market Square in Downtown Victoria, BC. Each session has a unique theme inspired by the interests of that week’s […]
🎨 Interested in Art Therapy? Join Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling for a free educational workshop in Victoria, BC. In this complimentary one hour workshop, you’ll learn what art therapy is and get to engage in various creative exercises —no art background required. Led by a Canadian Clinical Counsellor and Art Therapist, you’ll receive: […]
Make this season magical with a morning full of joy and delicious flavors. Hosted in our ocean-view Harbour Room, this event includes a festive buffet, cookie decorating at your table, keepsake photos from Four Frames Photo Booth, and of course, a visit from Santa himself! It’s the perfect way to create lasting memories with your […]
Elf in Concert is a one-of-a-kind, unforgettable event that marries the holiday magic of film with the enchanting resonance of a live symphony. Experience the much-loved Elf movie projected on an expansive screen, while the Victoria Symphony masterfully performed John Debney’s wonderful score. This is a heartwarming testament to the enduring magic of holiday cheer. […]
The hills are alive… with cocktails and questionable singing. Join us at The Vic Theatre to belt along with Julie Andrews’ Maria and all of those von Trapp kids at these 19+ screenings. Don’t miss out on this holiday tradition. Mulled wine anyone?
Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a thrilling night of camaraderie, competition, and fantastic prizes! Event Details: When: Every Thursday night from 6 PM to 9 PM Where: Infusion VR Arcade at 535 Yates St Tickets: $10 for entrance + first play. $5 per […]
Rally the troops and combine your knowledge to win swag, giftcards and of course, DELICIOUS PIZZA!!! This show kicks off at 730pm every Thursday and yes they take reservations! Book your table now!!
Bring the family, sing your hearts out, and climb every hill! The Sound of Music is the family classic that still hits all the high notes. Join Maria and the Von Trapps at The Vic Theatre for a heart-warming screening packed with laughter, nostalgia, and a few of your favourite things.
The hills are alive… with cocktails and questionable singing. Join us at The Vic Theatre to belt along with Julie Andrews’ Maria and all of those von Trapp kids at these 19+ screenings. Don’t miss out on this holiday tradition. Mulled wine anyone?
Bring the family, sing your hearts out, and climb every hill! The Sound of Music is the family classic that still hits all the high notes. Join Maria and the Von Trapps at The Vic Theatre for a heart-warming screening packed with laughter, nostalgia, and a few of your favourite things.
Love, revolution, and a snowy Russian landscape collide in Doctor Zhivago. Amid war and heartbreak, Yuri (Omar Sharif) and Lara (Julie Christie) pursue forbidden romance. Tragic and visually stunning, it is no wonder it won five Oscars. The epic film includes an intermission.
The timeless classic that brings everyone together for the holiday season. The Victoria Symphony and the Ballet Victoria dancers will warm your heart with Christmas cheer. A Victoria tradition that keeps on giving and boasts new element each year while showcasing the beautiful classical talent of the Ballet Victoria dancers as well as the young […]
The hills are alive… with cocktails and questionable singing. Join us at The Vic Theatre to belt along with Julie Andrews’ Maria and all of those von Trapp kids at these 19+ screenings. Don’t miss out on this holiday tradition. Mulled wine anyone?
The timeless classic that brings everyone together for the holiday season. The Victoria Symphony and the Ballet Victoria dancers will warm your heart with Christmas cheer. A Victoria tradition that keeps on giving and boasts new element each year while showcasing the beautiful classical talent of the Ballet Victoria dancers as well as the young […]
Bring the family, sing your hearts out, and climb every hill! The Sound of Music is the family classic that still hits all the high notes. Join Maria and the Von Trapps at The Vic Theatre for a heart-warming screening packed with laughter, nostalgia, and a few of your favourite things.
The timeless classic that brings everyone together for the holiday season. The Victoria Symphony and the Ballet Victoria dancers will warm your heart with Christmas cheer. A Victoria tradition that keeps on giving and boasts new element each year while showcasing the beautiful classical talent of the Ballet Victoria dancers as well as the young […]
Wed. Dec. 31st8pm-4am $35 Early Supporter (limited)$50 AdvanceMore at the door. The Downbeat Presents: —-NYE 2026—- Ft: ********************* Fort Knox 5 (DC) Koosh Mr. Moe Sarah-Hannah Mr.B ********************* We at The Downbeat are so happy with what the last year has brought. Feeling the love from our cities underground dance community has made this project […]
✨New Year’s Eve All-Night Gong Puja ✨ Ring in the New Year in the vibration of pure sound. Join us for an all-night Gong Puja, a deeply restorative and meditative sound immersion. Throughout the night, a continuous stream of gongs will be played in cycles, creating an unbroken field of resonance that supports rest, renewal, […]
Celebrate New Year’s early with The West Coast Cuban All Stars! World-class Cuban pianist Pablo Cardenas presents “Afro-Cuban Jazz Explosion” to celebrate the New Year early with the best Afro-Cuban Jazz. This will be a colourful show full of rhythm and spectacular soloing performed by an all-star line-up. Doors 1pm, showtime 2pm until 5pm.
The Fabulous B-Sides are a popular Victoria band specializing in pop, rock and Motown. The members are veteran musicians who have played in many of the city’s most popular groups. The B-Sides are playing a NYE dance in the lovely front room (with the bar) at the new Coda nightclub, located above Hermann’s at 751 […]
The Fabulous B-Sides present a rollicking New Year’s party at the Coda (the bar stage). Enjoy an early NYE celebration at Victoria’s finest nightclub with one of the city’s rockin’-est bands.The Fabulous B-Sides offer pop, rock and Motown for your dancing pleasure.Goody bags, hats, noise-makers and festive decor are all be part of the fun. […]
GIUSEPPE PIETRAROIA, conductor CLAIRE de SÉVIGNÉ, soprano MEMBERS OF THE PACIFIC OPERA VICTORIA CHORUS DANCERS FROM BALLET VICTORIA Treat yourself, family, and friends to this musical toast as VS rings in 2026! Overtures, arias, choruses, and dances will thrill while the soprano voice of Claire de Sévigné will sparkle like a fine champagne in this […]
Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a thrilling night of camaraderie, competition, and fantastic prizes! Event Details: When: Every Thursday night from 6 PM to 9 PM Where: Infusion VR Arcade at 535 Yates St Tickets: $10 for entrance + first play. $5 per […]
Rally the troops and combine your knowledge to win swag, giftcards and of course, DELICIOUS PIZZA!!! This show kicks off at 730pm every Thursday and yes they take reservations! Book your table now!!
Cozy up this winter and make art alongside fellow community members in a welcoming studio designed to inspire mindfulness, creativity, and connection. You can: ✨ Explore painting, drawing, collage, and mixed media 🖌️ Work with guided prompts or choose your own self-directed projects 🌿 Reflect on personal themes, emotions, or stories through art 🧘♀️ Use […]
Explore emotional wellness through creativity and self-expression in this supportive 1/2 day workshop 🗓️January 4th from 1:00-4:00pm Led by a professional Art Therapist & Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), you’ll be gently guided through therapeutic art activities in a safe, supportive environment. Whether you’re looking to: ✨ Understand your emotions 🧘♀️ Relieve stress 🎭 Or simply […]
