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Events

Year-Round Fun

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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  • Crazy Helmet Skate – Everyone Welcome!

    Panorama Recreation Centre 1885 Forest Park Drive, North Saanich, BC, Canada

    Have a new helmet you're wanting to showcase? Maybe and old helmet that needs some spunk! Put your artistic skills to the test and come to the Crazy Helmet Skate! Regular admissions apply. Skate rentals and helmets available. Skate shop open 15 minutes before skate start time.

  • Rotary Club of Sidney: Back in Time Bingo

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Looking for excitement from the winter blues come and play Bingo. Bring a friend or gather a group for 2 hours of thrilling fun. Laugh, holler bingo and win cash. Play as many cards as you want. Bingo cards with slider windows take you back to simpler times at $2 each per game. Playing good […]

  • Sidney Blood Donation Event

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Canadian hospital patients and their families are counting on us -- book your lifesaving appointment today. Come see us in Sidney at Mary Winspear Centre on Monday January 30th, 12pm-6pm. Book your appointment at blood.ca, by downloading our GiveBlood app, or by calling 1-888-2DONATE (1-888-236-6283). Thank you for being part of Canada's Lifeline!

    Free
  • Tot Tuesday- Sensational Sea Stars

    Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, Canada

    Tot Tuesday — this week’s theme is SENSATIONAL SEA STARS 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 […]

  • Darren Lee & The Memphis Flash

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Once in a very great while a truly special tribute act appears.  DARREN LEE is absolutely one of those acts. He holds the record for the longest performing “Elvis” in Vegas with an unprecedented 11 years in the incredible “American Superstars” show at the Stratosphere Hotel & Casino.  He followed that with 5 years in […]

  • Winter Birds of Island View Beach – Guided Walk – 8 years+

    Island View Beach Regional Park 3215 Island View Rd, Saanichton, BC, Canada

    While some birds fly south, many spend their winters enjoying southern Vancouver Island’s moderate climate. Join birding expert Geoffrey Newell and a CRD Regional Parks naturalist to find out who's who at the beach. Meet at the grassy area adjacent to the picnic shelter off Homathko Drive.

  • Black Pioneers of the Saanich Peninsula

    Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library 10091 Resthaven Drive, Sidney

    Join Karen Hoshal, descendant of the Alexander pioneer family, as she shares the history of her family and other black pioneers of the area. Karen is a past president of the BC Black History Awareness Society. Free. No registration required.

  • Writing Workshop: Series for Teens

    McTavish Academy of Arts 1720 McTavish Rd, North Saanich, British Columbia, Canada

    A four-week series of writing workshops focusing on narrative arc and plot, character development, world-building, and common pitfalls in creative writing. Taught in an encouraging and positive workshop format, with feedback from the instructor and the class. All writers (and genres!) welcome, from those starting from scratch to those with a work-in-progress already on the […]

    $80
  • Tot Tuesday- Spiny skinned animals

    Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, Canada

    Tot Tuesday — this week’s theme is SPINY SKINNED ANIMALS 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 […]

  • The Butchart Gardens Job Fair 2023

    The Butchart Gardens 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC, Canada

    Thursday, February 9, 5:30pm – 7:30pm. https://www.butchartgardens.com/events/job-fair/ We invite you to attend our job fair and learn about employment at The Gardens. Bring your resume and meet staff from various departments such as Food Services, Visitor Services, Gift Store and Gardening. Exclusive gate opening 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Complimentary admission; gardens not open for […]

    Free
  • Rock or Bust AC/DC Tribute

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    The AC/DC Tribute Band Rock or Bust was founded by Kim Kahl, the lead vocalist in 2019. The band has become very powerful on sound and on stage to achieve the closest look and sound to AC/DC as possible. Rock or Bust achieves a high energy rock show that will have you out of your […]

    $44
  • Deep Cover Folk Music Society: “Fraser Union”

    St. John's United Church 10990 W Saanich Rd, North Saanich, BC, Canada

    Enjoy strong vocals and divers instrumental abilities from Fraser Union. The band has folk roots; they reflect both the diversity of our history and culture! But it also the issues of contemporary society. $10 admission

    $10