So Much to Do
No matter the season, Sidney always offers plenty to see and do! Take part in a race, enjoy music and cultural programming, celebrate the community, and discover family-friendly activities.
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Calendar of Events
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Show Times: 10am – 4pm, daily November 28 – December 4 Artists’ Reception Saturday, November 29 from 4:00 – 7:30 p.m. Exhibition Details: Celebrate the Season through the hands and visions of talented local artists Nancy Wall, Valerie Kuehne, and Shelley Hordiyuk in this joyful exhibition. Formed. Fired. Framed. brings together the warmth of handmade pottery, the […]
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Mary Winspear Centre Presents: The Celtic Tenors A Celtic Christmas Tour 2025 Join the Celtic Tenors for an unforgettable performance of vocal brilliance and festive cheer. Enjoy their enchanting blend of Celtic charm with timeless favourites and modern hits, alongside a heartwarming selection of Christmas favourites. This special concert promises to be a mesmerizing celebration […]
$65
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5 events,
We have a new MEGA challenge for the kiddos! Search the children’s area in the library for the hidden snowmen to solve a riddle. When you’ve got the answer, put your name and contact on the back and enter our draw. You could win a prize. Start: December 2 @ 10:00 am End: January 6, 2026 […]
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Tuesdays 10:30am–11:15am Bring your preschooler to the Centre for a morning of fun! Parents and preschoolers are invited to join our educators on Tuesday mornings at 10:30am for special ocean-themed stories, crafts and activities. A new topic is explored every week, from Squishy Squids to Turtle Time and more! Suitable for ages 3–5 Children must […]
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Come join our new Sea Cider Yarn Social and meet new friends who share your enthusiasm for knitting, crochet, embroidery, or any other fibre-based craft! Bring your own materials, equipment & project, and spend a casual afternoon connecting and creating with fellow makers in our beautiful pavilion overlooking the orchard and the ocean. Everyone welcome! […]
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We’re back for another series! Find out who’s the smartest whale in the room at our fun and challenging trivia night. Our epic library-led pub quiz with hosts Darren Millar and Librarian Virginia happens on November 4 and December 2 from 6 – 8pm at Beacon Brewing (9829 Third St.). Maximum of six people to […] |
3 events,
Show Times: 10am – 4pm, daily December 5 – 11 Exhibition Details: A book launch and a retrospective of work since 1993 Participants: Wendy Picken, Kerry O’Gorman, Norene Schmuck, Zosia Lacz, Helen Stewart and Heather Maciak Website: https://mangosmilestudio.com/ 
This holiday season, step into a world of music and magic with the Peninsula Singers performance of Winter Wonderland. Join us for an unforgettable show of stunning vocals and heartwarming melodies where we celebrate the season through a mix of timeless holiday classics and modern favourites. Our talented performers will transport you to a festive […]
$20 – $39
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The holidays are upon us, and what better way to embrace the season than by wearing your most gloriously tacky Christmas sweater? Join us Saturday, December 6th for our Ugly Christmas Sweater Day – an all-day celebration of questionable fashion choices and great beer. Dust off that sweater with the light-up reindeer nose, the one […] 
Join us for a magical festive experience at our LOCAL FOLK FAIR, a wonderful Winter Weekend Holiday Market, set on the beautiful orchard grounds at SEA CIDER FARM & CIDERHOUSE, DEC 6th 11-4pm and DEC 7th 11am-4pm! A European-style holiday market, with a West Coast country charm ~ explore the Forest Village, Ciderhouse + Pavilion […]
$5.00
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Santa is trading in his sleigh for a helicopter as he makes a special stop at the BC Aviation Museum for a festive day the whole family will love. Watch the excitement unfold as Santa arrives by helicopter at 10:20 AM, then stay to meet him in person and capture the moment with photos available […] |
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Via Choralis creates an inspiring atmosphere this season with the Durante/Pergolesi sacred Baroque choral masterpiece, the Magnificat. Led by Artistic Director Grant Harville with accompanist Kinza Tyrrell, the choir will also perform music by Rutter, Mendelssohn and Holst plus a selection of indigenous composer Andrew Balfour's works. All this plus a sing-along of your seasonal […]
$10 – $30
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Sunday, December 7, 2025 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Beacon Avenue Join Peninsula Celebrations Society for the Sidney Sparkles Holiday Parade along Beacon Avenue in Downtown Sidney! The Parade route begins along Resthaven Drive and turns onto Beacon Avenue. It continues to run the length of Beacon Avenue, turning right onto Second Street and ending at Ocean Avenue. |
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For well over a decade Big Hank Lionhart and his band of merry bluesmen have delivered a sparkling set of tunes that are as hot as the hearth of a Yuletide fire, to blues and roots music fans over the Christmas Season. Blues Songs of Christmas is a unique, variety filled concert comprised of blues-basted Yuletide […]
$34.20
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Wavelengths Community Choir invites you to a joyful night of music and seasonal harmony, featuring the vibrant sounds of choir, string quartet, and special guests. The program brings together songs and music of the season including Canadian favourites by Gordon Lightfoot, Joni Mitchell, and Loreena McKennitt. Reflecting Canada’s rich multicultural heritage, this concert blends beloved […] |
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Last Chance Christmas Craft ShowDecember 12-14, 2025 Fri 2pm-8pm | Sat 10am-5pm | Sun 10am-4pm Quite simply, art and craft enrich our lives. They add colour, texture and pleasure to the ordinary. The human element is added by our talented artists and artisans, each piece lovingly created with care and attention. When customers come to […] 
Show Times: 10am – 4pm, daily December 12-18 Exhibition Details: Through layered textures and bold, vibrant colours, these abstract/impressionist landscapes and florals capture a luminous energy. The exhibition explores the emotional resonance of nature and the light within it. Participants: Carol Bednarski
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Experience the magic of Christmas in Canada, a traditional family Christmas concert featuring the glorious sounds of the Festive Brass and the beloved SD 63 secondary student choirs of Claremont, Parkland and Stelly’s. This heartwarming event brings generations together to celebrate Canadian holiday traditions through music, storytelling, and community spirit. Enjoy timeless carols and festive favourites […]
$46.20
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Get ready for some holiday fun! Join Santa in Sidney’s Winter Wonderland, located at the corner of Beacon Ave and 2nd Street (2506 Beacon Ave). Hosted by the Peninsula Celebrations Society, this festive event offers free photos with Santa—and pets are welcome too! Be sure to bring your camera to capture the magic. It’s a […]
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December 13, 2025, 12:00 - 1:15pm Join Panorama Recreation for a FREE Everyone Welcome leisure skate sponsored by the Peninsula Panthers and Murphy Family Foundation! Skate rentals included. All skaters are strongly encouraged to wear a helmet. A selection will be available for borrow. Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted on ice. New skaters wishing use of a […]
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Celtic traditions and modern Christmas cheer intertwine in a delightful musical concert that will enchant audiences of all ages. Making Spirits Bright is more than just a concert; it's a heartfelt celebration of the season that blends the old with the new and leaves the audience with a sense of wonder and warmth. Celebrate the […]
$39
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Piano Heist returns with a dazzling new holiday production: A Very Merry Heistmas! A festive romp through Christmas classics interlaced with their own brand of musical and comedic shenanigans, Nico Rhodes & Patrick Courtin tackle everything “Christmas”. Whether it’s the nostalgic charm of Charlie Brown Christmas, a rock & roll styled Nutcracker Suite; The Messiah on melodicas, or […] |
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Join the Sidney Concert Band for an evening of festive music at the Shoal Centre in Sidney. The band has selected a variety of well-known Christmas music from Leroy Anderson’s Sleigh Ride to a selection of Irving Berlin Christmas music. You will also be treated to some pre-show music by “Santa’s Saxes”. All in all, […]
$10
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December 16, 2025, 9:30 - 11:00am Step into a world of wintery wonder at our Frozen Fun event! Themed activity stations, decorations, and face painting will take place in addition to our regular Kindergym equipment. This event costs $4.00 per child. Reserve online or drop in if space available. Available for children ages 1 - […]
$4
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Christmas Pops with the Victoria Symphony Maestro Giuseppe Pietraroia and your Victoria Symphony are coming to Sidney with music for The Most Wonderful Time of the Year! From holiday classics to spirited renditions of favourite carols, join your Victoria Symphony for a festive celebration This Christmas. Two Shows, same day: 3pm and 7:30pm
$62
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Holiday Open House - Give Library Friday, Dec. 19 & Saturday, Dec. 20, 10am - 6pm Stop by the library for some holiday treats and good cheer. We want to take a moment to say thank you to you, our amazing community! You can also pick up a “Give Library” card. If you know someone […] |
5 events,
Check out the LEGO Exhibit, December 20, 2025- April 6, 2026. Open daily from 10am-4pm, Admission by donation.
Admission By Donation
Geppetto, a woodworker and maker of toys, wanted nothing more than to have a child of their very own one day. He creates a wooden puppet that comes to life with the help of the Blue Fairy. Pinocchio, a very mischievous puppet whose nose grows whenever they tell a lie, gets into all types of […]
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Saturday, December 20, 10:30 - 11:30 am Bring the whole family to the library for stories, rhymes and songs that celebrate the season. Stay and make a simple winter-themed craft. Socialize and enjoy some festive treats. All ages welcome. No registration required. |
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Mary Winspear Centre Presenters Series George Canyon & Aaron Pritchett Coast to Coast Cowboy Christmas CCMA winners, and beloved Canadian country superstars George Canyon and Aaron Pritchett unite for their Coast-to-Coast Cowboy Christmas tour. With countless accolades between them, and over 25 years of hits, the pair will come together to treat fans to some […]
$75
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Geppetto, a woodworker and maker of toys, wanted nothing more than to have a child of their very own one day. He creates a wooden puppet that comes to life with the help of the Blue Fairy. Pinocchio, a very mischievous puppet whose nose grows whenever they tell a lie, gets into all types of […]
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Boxing Day just got a whole lot better. On Friday, December 26th, we're teaming up with our friends at Teddy's Boxing & Fitness for a day-long celebration that combines great beer, delicious food, and community spirit—all in support of the Saanich Peninsula Lions Food Bank. Here's how the day unfolds: 11AM - 1PM: Boxing Day Brunch Start your day […] |
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Thursday, January 1, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Glass Beach Join fellow hardy islanders and enjoy an invigorating start to the new year with a polar bear swim. Find us through the beach access at the end of Beacon Avenue at Glass Beach. |