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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Summer Sounds Concert Series – LENNON & McCARTNEY
Beacon Park 9801 Seaport Place, SidneyThis live musical documentary features two of Canada’s finest musicians, Mick Dalla Vee and Michael Sicoly. They have performed all over the world, and we’re thrilled to have them back with this new and touching tribute. 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tide Ticklers – Guided Walk
Coles Bay Regional Park 9324 Inverness Road, North Saanich, BC, CanadaTide Ticklers! (Guided Walk) - 5 years and under Coles Bay Regional Park (North Saanich) Come prepared to get your feet wet! On this gentle introduction to beach exploration, you and your little ones will enjoy a short story and engaging activities. 10:30 am - 11:30 am Meeting place: Meet at the information kiosk in the […]
Play in the Park at Panorama Recreation Centre
Panorama Recreation Centre 1885 Forest Park Drive, North Saanich, BC, CanadaThrough July & August, join Panorama staff from 5:30-8pm for some FREE summer fun for the whole family that includes interactive play, group games, and of course, inflatable fun on our giant 50’ obstacle course! Min 36” height requirement to use the obstacle course. Play in the Park requires guardian supervision.
Glass Beach Low-Tide Exploration
Glass Beach 2533 Beacon Ave W, Sidney, BC, CanadaDo you know your rockweed from your sea cauliflower? Your gunnels from your sculpins? Have you witnessed a fish that clings?! Low-tide learning with our educators! Educators will demonstrate beach exploration etiquette to keep you and the marine life safe. WHERE: Glass Beach — Look for drop-in beach program signage on the Sidney waterfront near […]
Tall Ship Day Tour
Port Sidney Marina 9835 Seaport Place, Sidney, CanadaLooking for a unique way to spend a summer day? Step aboard Providence, an 80’ historical tall ship for a calm cruise on the ocean. This 3.5-4 hr trip (max 5 hrs) departs at 9am from Port Sidney Marina and arrives in the afternoon at Port Browning Marina Resort on Pender Island. The length of […]
Tall Ship Multi-Day Gulf Islands Tour
Port Sidney Marina 9835 Seaport Place, Sidney, CanadaAre you an Adventure Seeker? Sail with Providence as Guest Crew on a 2 night / 3 day adventure from Sidney to Pender Island to Salt Spring Island and back. The Gulf Islands National Park Reserve is a lush paradise of rare ecosystems basking in a Mediterranean-like climate. The natural beauty and calm waters create […]
A Full Day Guided Kayak Tour (with lunch included)
Port Sidney Marina 9835 Seaport Place, Sidney, CanadaGulf Islands Day Paddle, no experience required. Launching from our paddling center at Port Sidney Marina, join us a on a day paddle & picnic in the Gulf Islands. An ideal paddling location, the Gulf Islands are one of the most beautiful and accessible archipelagos in the world. Distances are short, scenery is varied, and, […]
Writing in the Round: Writing Workshop
McTavish Academy of Arts 1720 McTavish Rd, North Saanich, British Columbia, CanadaProgram hours: 6:30pm- 8pm Ages: +16 Writing in the Round: A consistent favourite in workshops! Each individual selects a prompt from Judy Reeves’ The Writer’s Retreat deck and writes the first sentence of a story. Then, notebooks are passed to the left, and each person writes the next sentence, until the story makes its way […]
2 hour guided Evening “Sunset Kayak Tour”
Port Sidney Marina 9835 Seaport Place, Sidney, CanadaEvening "Sunset Tour". No experience required. Embark on a relaxing 2 hour tour, to get you out on the water enjoying the vibrant colours from the sunset. Enjoy a gentle, slow paced paddle, and a great way to unwind after a long day. These tours are most enjoyed during the summer months. *Note: Tour times […]
Learn to Kayak
Port Sidney Marina 9835 Seaport Place, Sidney, CanadaIntroduction to Sea Kayaking This program offers extensive and flexible skills training for novice and seasoned paddlers looking to build their fundamental skills. The two-day program focuses on the technique of the fundamental strokes and rescues while also building on the necessary theory topics to plan a day trip. The "core" paddling strokes, wet exits […]
Play in the Park at Tulista Park
Tulista Park 9565 5th Street, Sidney, British Columbia, CanadaThrough July & August, join Panorama staff from 5:30-8pm for some FREE summer fun for the whole family that includes interactive play, group games, and of course, inflatable fun on our giant 50’ obstacle course! Min 36” height requirement to use the obstacle course. Play in the Park requires guardian supervision. Tulista Park, Sidney
Sidney Street Market
Beacon Avenue Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC, CanadaThe 2024 Sidney Street Market, operated by Kaemac Services, will take place on Beacon Avenue on Thursday evenings from June 6th to September 5th from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Thousands of people flock to downtown Sidney on market nights to check out unique vendors, enjoy live entertainment, and grab a bite to eat.
Guided Half Day Kayak Tour
Port Sidney Marina 9835 Seaport Place, Sidney, CanadaNo experience required. Our 3 hour guided wildlife tours follow the shoreline from each of our paddling centers. On a typical day you can expect to see bald eagles, harbor seals and plenty of inter-tidal life. On exceptional days you can expect to see river otters, a sea lion or two, pacific white-sided dolphins and […]