Feel the rhythm and discover how music has shaped the course of history and inspired social change with Beyond the Beat: Music of Resistance and Change, travelling from the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. With artifacts ranging from Neil Young’s harmonica to stage outfits from Elton John through to Tegan & Sara and Public Enemy’s Chuck […]

This holiday season we’re excited to bring back this cherished local community event that invites people to come together in support of BC Children’s Hospital. Community businesses and organizations curate their very own beautifully decorated tree, for which the public is encouraged to explore and support their favourite. This year’s events are taking place in […]

Festival of Trees is a beloved tradition that has happened for over 30 years in BC. It brings local businesses and organizations along with members of the community together in support of BC Children’s Hospital Foundation. Trees get sponsored and spruced up to go on display for everyone to enjoy over the holiday. This year, […]

Continuing The Parkside Hotel & Spa’s holiday tradition of bringing the community together, the hotel is once again partnering with Rainbow Kitchen to share Festive Bricks of Giving, a free holiday exhibition running from November 15 to December 28, 2025, in The Parkside’s atrium. This year’s celebration introduces a creative new twist, featuring impressive LEGO […]

Ride the train at the BC Forest Discovery Centre on one of 19 days of holiday magic! Our 100 acre grounds will be transformed into a winter wonderland with twinkling lights, displays, and so much to do for the whole family! Tickets are available online only. Tickets will not be available at the door. Avoid disappointment […]

An iconic Victoria holiday tradition, Habitat Victoria’s Gingerbread Showcase, presented by Peninsula Co-op and hosted at the Hotel Grand Pacific is back for its 17th year! This is Habitat Victoria’s premier annual fundraising event, helping local families build a foundation through affordable homeownership.

Experience the magic of the holidays at our tenth annual Christmas Tree Village. Join us as we transform the Recreation Centre Atrium AND Archie Browning Sports Centre into a holiday wonderland, teeming with twinkling lights and delightful decorations.

Downtown Victoria’s most photo-worthy holiday event returns to Centennial Square November 29 – December 31! ✨ Free. Family friendly. Pet friendly. ✨ The magic kicks off November 29 after the Santa Claus Parade, and continues nightly through New Year’s Eve.

From the last Thursday in November until the second Sunday in January, Ladysmith is ignited with the life of thousands of twinkling Christmas lights. Drive or walk down First Avenue (you may also be able to shop) and take it all in to fill your cup with Christmas spirit. Light Up Night – November 27, […]

Feel the rhythm and discover how music has shaped the course of history and inspired social change with Beyond the Beat: Music of Resistance and Change, travelling from the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. With artifacts ranging from Neil Young’s harmonica to stage outfits from Elton John through to Tegan & Sara and Public Enemy’s Chuck […]