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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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  • Community Meeting: Meet With Elizabeth May

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

    Join Elizabeth May M.P. for a community meeting. Discuss the issues important to residents of Saanich-Gulf Islands and learn about Elizabeth's parliamentary work in Ottawa.

  • Choose To Move

    SHOAL Centre 10030 Resthaven Drive, Sidney

    This program provides older adults with the motivation and support to become more active. It helps seniors to integrate activity into daily routing, meet new friends and make positive change. An info session will be held at SHOAL Centre on Thursday, January 19 at 1pm. This is a free program funded by the Active Aging Society.

  • Burns Night 2023: The Bard & His Ballads

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

    Proof of second vaccine required for anyone over the age of 12, along with government issued ID for those 19+. Since the first Burns Dinner in 1801, people have gathered to pay homage to this great Scottish Bard. Join songsmith Bruce Coughlan with special guests Daniel Lapp, fiddle & piano and René Cusson, pipes & […]

    $35.15
  • The Great Estimation Challenge

    Throughout Family Literacy Week, families are invited to visit participating Sidney businesses to register your best estimate of the number objects in the containers displayed. Simply fill out an entry form, drop your guess into an entry box and keep your fingers crossed that you made the correct estimate! Winners will receive a free book, […]

  • Wavelengths in Concert with Rick Scott

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

    Wavelengths community Choir, under the direction of Denis Donnelly, welcomes wonderful guest Rick Scott! Wavelengths will sing iconic Canadian songs from Stan Rogers, Kate and Anna McGarrigle, and Joni Mitchell, as well as songs from Peggy Seeger and the Beatles. Rick will join for a set of uplifting songs that will have you singing along […]

    $29.40
  • Tot Tuesday- Crafty Crabs

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

    Tot Tuesday Returns —This week’s theme is CRAFTY CRABS! 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 […]

  • Tanika Charles And Storry

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

    Toronto-based 2x Juno Award nominee and Soul music power house Tanika Charles has slowly but surely inserted herself as a staple of the genre both at home and abroad. Her music revels in honesty and attitude, her live show is high energy and endearing, and she continues to win audiences over one album, one stream, […]

    $50.40
  • Harry Manx

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

    “Mysticssippi” blues man Harry Manx has been called an “essential link” between the music of East and West, creating musical short stories that wed the tradition of the Blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas. He has created a unique sound that is hard to forget and deliciously addictive to listen to.

    $50.40
  • Going Squirrely- Guided Walk- All ages

    Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park 5267 Patricia Bay Hwy, Victoria, BC, Canada

    What does it take to survive as a squirrel? With a CRD Regional Parks naturalist, discover what keeps these furry creatures busy at this time of year. Meet at the nature centre at Beaver Beach parking lot. BC Transit #70, #72 or #75

  • Exploring Indigenous Perspective- Guided Walk- All ages

    Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park 5267 Patricia Bay Hwy, Victoria, BC, Canada

    Join CRD Regional Parks cultural programmer, Leslie McGarry, for a walk at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park and discover a human history spanning thousands of years. Learn about the cultural significance of plants, animals and the seasons and how First Peoples deeply respect, appreciate and celebrate gifts from forests, rivers, lakes and the sea. Meet at […]

  • 20TH Annual Robbie Burns Dinner And Fund Raiser

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

    Please join us for an evening of traditional Robbie Burns entertainments with performances by the Greater Victoria Police Pipe Band.

    $65
  • A Musical Winterlude

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

    Tired of the winter blahs? Come along for a Musical Winterlude featuring the amazing talents of the students of Mountain Dream Productions musical theatre school who will entertain you with scenes and songs sure to warm up the coldest winter night. This year, our very popular cabaret series will also include the music of Sidney’s […]

    $20