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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Events
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Sidney Car Show Auto Extravaganza!
Beacon Avenue Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC, CanadaGet ready for the biggest car show returning this August and will have super fun models of classic vehicles lined up within Sidney! When: Sunday, August 4th, 2024, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Where: Along Beacon Avenue between Fifth St and the waterfront Saturday August 3rd has many fun activities and events happening leading […]
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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 […]
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Guided Half Day Kayak Tour
Port Sidney Marina 9835 Seaport Place, Sidney, CanadaNo experience required. Kayak, safety equipment and guide provided. From our dock at port Sidney, it is a short paddle until you are able to experience the beauty of the Gulf Islands from the comfort of your kayak. This tour launches at 9:30 from our Port Sidney Location, launching into the Gulf Islands National Park. […]
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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, […]
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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.
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Musical Prompts – Writing Workshop
McTavish Academy of Arts 1720 McTavish Rd, North Saanich, British Columbia, CanadaProgram hours: 6:30pm- 8pm Ages: +16 Musical Prompts: Lyrics and instrumental selections will be used to explore what images, ideas, and stories arise in the group. Both contemporary and classical pieces will be used. Join us for one or join us for all! These short writing workshops are the perfect jolt of creativity to get […]
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Explore the Microscopic World at the Library
Vancouver Island Regional Library 10091 Resthaven Dr, Sidney, BC V8L 3G3, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Are you curious about the microscopic world? Dr. Elaine Humphrey of the Advanced Microscopy Facility at the University of Victoria will have lots of different microscopy activities. You’ll also have the chance to use (or watch) an electron microscope. Ages 6 – 96. Please register by email at sidney@virl.bc.ca, phone […]
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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
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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.
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Annual Chamber of Commerce Bocce Tournament
McTavish Academy of Arts 1720 McTavish Rd, North Saanich, British Columbia, CanadaFrom 10 am - 3 pm Get ready to roll into the Annual Bocce Tournament, where the spirit of competition meets the joy of networking! Proudly presented by the Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce and McTavish Academy of Arts, with food and beverages served up by The Fickle Fig. Back by popular demand, this year's […]
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Earth & Garden Art Show
ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, CanadaSonia Lesage and Arabella Young are coming together to bring their community an art show and sale, sharing their most recent work. Earth & Garden features Sonia's unique pottery and Arabella’s floral paintings Drawing inspiration from earth’s natural elements, Sonia chooses to create with simplicity in form, texture and colour. She strives to create objects […]
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Seussical JR. Musical at the Mary Winspear Centre
Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, CanadaFriday, August 9th - 6pm Presented by the Seastar Musical Theatre Class #3 Adults $20 Youth 16 and under $15 Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Transporting […]
$15 – $20