Deep Cove Weavers and Spinners Show & Sale
2024-10-04 09:00 - 2024-10-10 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada
Show and Sale of fibre related items….spinning, weaving, felting, basketry

Oktoberfest at SHOAL Centre
2024-10-04 18:00 - 20:00 | SHOAL Centre, 10030 Resthaven Drive, Sidney, V8L 3G4
Beer, Food, and Music!
Doors open @ 6:00pm and dinner @ 6:30pm.
Tickets: $35 for members and non-members $44.
Ticket includes Beacon Brewing Beer, German style Bratwurst sausages custom made by HAUS, salad, and black forest cake.
Buy tickets now at Shoal Centre: 250-656-5537

2-Hour Guided Evening Sunset Kayak Tour
2024-10-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Port Sidney Marina, 9835 Seaport Place, Sidney, V8L 4X3, Canada
Evening “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 change throughout the season. Currently 18.45 – 20.45 hrs.
What’s Included:
– Experienced sea kayak guides
– Kayak, paddle, PFD & safety gear
What’s Not Included:
– Water bottles
– Camera

Tim & The Glory Boys Concert
2024-10-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Tim & The Glory Boys
CANOEGRASS: The Tour
Friday, October 4th, 2024- 7:30pm
Join Tim & The Glory Boys on their latest tour, “Canoegrass: The Tour” as they bring their infectious blend of country, bluegrass, and blue-collar comedy to stages across the nation. Hailing from Canada, this family-friendly band is renowned for their lively performances and heartfelt lyrics that celebrate the essence of Canadiana.
General Admission – $46.20
General Admission Group 4+ – $40.95
VIP – $108.15

ArtSea Studio Tour
2024-10-05 08:00 - 2024-10-06 17:00 | ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada
Celebrating 30 years!
The ArtSea Studio Tour offers an unparalleled chance to explore and experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Saanich Peninsula. Join us for a memorable excursion filled with creativity, inspiration, and exploration.
When: October 5th- 6th
Open daily 10am-4pm

The Van Morrison Song Book Concert
2024-10-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Got Pop? Concerts and Mary Winspear Centre Presents
“Moondance”: The Van Morrison Songbook
Featuring Tiller’s Folly’s Bruce Coughlan as Van
Saturday, October 5 at 7:00 pm
“Gloria” | “Brown Eyed Girl” | “Moondance” | “Domino” | “Into The Mystic” | “Wild Night is Calling” | “Have I told You Lately” & many more of everyone’s favourites
In “Van the Man” Mr Coughlan, Bruce, brings one of his major influences to life with an uncanny ability to make you shut your eyes and think the great Van is in the room.

The Return of Paul Kype + Texas Flood Concert
2024-10-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Lake House Productions Presents
The Return of Paul Kype & Texas Flood – Stevie Ray Vaughan Show
Sunday, October 6, 2024 – 7:30 pm
A masterful guitarist, Paul has been playing since the age of ten. Drawing upon Influences of guitar legends such as Jimi Hendrix, BB King, Eric Clapton, and of course Stevie himself, “Texas Flood” was formed as a world class tribute to the great Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Over the years, Paul has honed his skill to perfection, vocally as well as instrumentally. He honours the songs in great detail, especially the signature solos that SRV was known for.
Paul Kype & Texas Flood’s YouTube Site has attracted millions of views and tens of thousands of subscribers!

Tot Tuesdays at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea
2024-10-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, V8L4X3, Canada
TUESDAYS 10:30AM–11:15AM
In celebration of World Octopus Day, this week’s theme is Octopus Extravaganza!
Bring your preschooler to the Centre for a morning of fun! Parents and preschoolers are invited to join our educators on Tuesday mornings at 10:30 am 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 be accompanied by an adult
No registration is required however numbers will be limited due to physical space
Standard admission rates apply; Annual Passes and memberships accepted
Themes listed below are subject to change

Carlos Nunez Concert
2024-10-10 08:00 - 17:00 | celt fest vancouver, Suite 385 – 1350 Burrard Street Vancouver, Canada, BC, V6Z 0C2, Canada
CeltFest Vancouver Island presents Carlos Núñez on Thursday, October 10, at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $56.18 and $49.88 for children 12 and under and groups of four or more.
Carlos Núñez is known as one of the top bagpipers in the world and has released 12 albums, selling 1 million copies since his debut in 1996. A 5-piece band will join him for the event
Website: www.celticperformingarts.com
Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0t3FAxl3zg in Brittany, France.
Tickets are on sale Friday, July 12 at 10:00 am.

Something For Everyone 2 Art Show
2024-10-11 10:00 - 2024-10-17 16:00 | ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada
After a highly successful show last year, Linda Anne Baker and Susan Romphf return along with two new artists for Something for Everyone-2. Since all four work in different mediums, we’re sure that everyone will find something, either for themselves or to give to others! Silver and gem jewelry, pottery, cards, matted prints, framed originals, as well as handbags and other items made from fused silk, will be featured. The artists will also be providing demos on how their creations are made!
Participants: Linda Anne Baker, Susan Romphf, Judi Neudorf and Margaret McIntosh
Show Hours: 10am- 4pm daily

Completely Creedence Tribute Concert
2024-10-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Completely Creedence Band is a dynamic tribute to the iconic American rock band CCR (Creedence Clearwater Revival). This talented group of musicians brings the classic hits and energy of CCR to audiences across the country. With a deep appreciation for the music and a commitment to delivering an authentic performance, Completely Creedence Band captures the essence of CCR’s sound and spirit.
With years of experience and a passion for the music, Completely Creedence Band has become one of the most sought-after tribute acts in Canada. Whether performing at Theatres, festivals, corporate events, or private parties, they always bring the same level of energy and excitement to the stage. For fans of classic rock and CCR, Completely Creedence Band is a must-see act that never fails to deliver an unforgettable performance.

Lennon + McCartney Tribute Concert
2024-10-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Lake House Productions Presents
Lennon & McCartney
Saturday, October 12 at 7:00 PM
The music of a lifetime.
Michael Sicoly and Mick Dalla-Vee transport you throughout that magical time in the ’60s and the musical collaboration of two of the most beloved songwriters of our time. Relive the “British Invasion” with an array of songs depicting the various influences of this exceptional singer-songwriter partnership. This moving tribute with with complete multi-media enhancement, interviews and a haunting live performance delivers the devil-may-care humour and evolved sophistication of the phenomenon that was Lennon & McCartney.

Palm Court Autumn Reflections Concert
2024-10-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Palm Court Light Orchestra: Autumn Reflections
Sunday, October 13th, 2024 – 2:00pm
Season Subscription $110
Adult Single Show $40
Student $15

Watercolour Exhibition Art Show
2024-10-18 10:00 - 2024-10-24 16:00 | ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada
New watercolour paintings by Victor Crapnell, Ken Faulks, Rodger Garbutt, Hugh Partridge & Deborah Tilby.
Paintings have been produced in either studio or en plein air, and include landscape and other subjects!
Show hours: 10am- 4pm daily

Pink Tea at the Sidney Museum
2024-10-18 14:00 - 15:30 | Sidney Museum and Archives, 2423 Beacon Ave, SIDNEY, BC, V8L 1X5, Canada
Pink Tea: A historical and contemporary discussion on politics and women.
To celebrate Women’s History Month and the 95th Anniversary of ‘Persons’ Day, the Sidney Museum and Archives hosts a Pink Tea, a historical and contemporary discussion on politics and women. We will be serving tea and snacks at the Museum and inviting members of the public to come learn about women’s suffrage in Canada and the ‘Persons’ Case, as well as discuss current politics, as the provincial election is the following day.
When: Friday, October 18 @ 2 pm

Live Music at Beacon Brewing
2024-10-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Beacon Brewing, 9829 Third Street,, Sidney, BC, V8L 3A7, Canada
Check out this weeks special musical guest: Luke Lampard!
Beacon Brewing has live music every Friday night from 8pm- 10pm.

South Island Vinyl Record Show
2024-10-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
A variety of vendors selling vinyl records, CDs, cassettes and other related items. Great for collectors and music lovers.
When: Saturday, October 19 @ 10am- 4pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre
Admission: $5 (cash only)

Tribute to Gordon Lightfoot Concert
2024-10-19 19:00 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
The musicians who have come together to celebrate The Legacy of Lightfoot combine their decades of experience as performers and songwriters to give a meaningful and engaging performance of his enduring catalogue of music. From his days playing the coffee houses in the 1960’s to the mega hits of the 70’s and all the way up to the beautiful music written in his later years, The Legacy of Lightfoot shines a light on the entirety of Gordon’s masterful career.
Two of BC’s greatly accomplished and experienced songwriters & performers: Oliver Swain & Dylan Stone!
When: Saturday, October 19 @ 7pm

Fred Penner Concert
2024-10-20 14:00 - 16:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
4-time Juno award winner Fred Penner is a gentle giant with an undeniable ability to make you feel good about yourself. This musical master brings 40+ years of commitment, consistency and depth to a career that blends the many genres of performing and communication. From delivering a prolific 13 CD’s to families across North America to countless energetically live shows for eager audiences; to 13 seasons of Fred Penner’s Place TV series – CBC (Canada) and Nick. Jr. (USA), to composing the music for YTV’s Tipi Tales, as well as keynote presenter at numerous early childhood conferences, he has, without a doubt, established himself as a fundamental part of the North American family entertainment scene.
Tickets: Adult $48.30 and children $43.05
When: Sunday, October @ 2pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre

Movie Nights at the Sidney Museum
2024-10-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Sidney Museum and Archives, 2423 Beacon Ave, SIDNEY, BC, V8L 1X5, Canada
Feature Presentation: Minoru: Memory of Exile (1992) and Sleeping Tigers: The Asahi Baseball Story (2002).
Tuesday October 22, @ 7pm- 8:30pm
Join us at the Sidney Museum for a film screening of topics related to our current exhibits Lost Liberties: The War Measures Act and Displacing Differences. On October 22nd we will be looking at the internment of Japanese Canadians and their forcible uprooting from B.C’s coast in two films.
Minoru: Memory of Exile is the story of the filmmaker’s father, Minoru Fukushima, and his experience during internment and his expulsion afterwards to Japan.
Sleeping Tigers: The Asahi Baseball Story is a documentary following the legendary Asahi baseball team who prior to World War II had been unbeatable and the stories of the players during internment.

The Musical Box Selling England by the Pound Concert
2024-10-22 19:00 - 2024-10-23 19:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
The Musical Box
50th Anniversary Genesis – Selling England by the Pound
Tuesday, October 22 & Wednesday, October 23 – 7:00 pm
50 years ago, Genesis released Selling England by the Pound and changed Rock History
It’s 1973 – PETER GABRIEL’s famous theatrics and GENESIS’ musical apex produce some of the most iconic images and sounds of the ’70s, enjoying to this day a cult following. A TIMELESS CLASSIC. THE MUSICAL BOX, who shared the stage with PHIL COLLINS and STEVE HACKETT as performing guests and acclaimed by more than a million spectators in some of the most prestigious venues in the world, such as London’s ROYAL ALBERT HALL and Paris’ OLYMPIA, will perform the emblematic 1973 show in painstaking detail – starting Fall 2023.
TAKE A LITTLE TRIP BACK
PETER GABRIEL
“TMB recreated, very accurately I must say, what Genesis was doing. I saw them in Bristol with my children so they could see what their father did back then.”
PHIL COLLINS
“They’re not a tribute band; they have taken a period and are faithfully reproducing it in the same way that someone would do a theatrical production.”

Barney Bentall & The Cariboo Express Concert
2024-10-24 08:00 - 2024-10-27 17:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
The Saanich Peninsula Lions Food Bank & The Mary Winspear Centre are proud to present the annual Barney Bentall & the Cariboo Express fundraising concert. With all proceed from the concert going directly to the Saanich Peninsula Lions Food Bank.
The Cariboo Express is a one-of-a-kind variety show hosted by Barney Bentall.
Where: Mary Winspear
Show Hours:
Thur, October 24 – 7:30PM
Fri, October 25 – 7:30PM
Sat, October 26 – 7:30PM
Sun, October 27 – 2:00PM

Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Tour of Industry
2024-10-25 08:00 - 17:00 | BC
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the vibrant Saanich Peninsula businesses! Discover the hidden workings and meet the passionate people driving our local industries.
Clear your schedule for this unique full-day adventure. It’s an all-in experience, and you cannot hop on or off along the way. Please note that tickets are non-refundable.
Stay tuned for more exciting details to come!
Cost:
SPCC Members: $95.00 + GST
Non-Members: $150.00 + GST
*Prices include a hot buffet lunch.
**Tickets are non-refundable.

Crafted Farmhouse Market
2024-10-25 08:00 - 2024-10-26 17:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Indulge in a delightful array of handcrafted goods—from exquisite jewelry and artisanal home decor to unique clothing and delicious gourmet treats. Meet talented local artisans and find one-of-a-kind treasures in a specialty, boutique style market.
Whether you’re a collector of fine crafts or just love supporting local artists, this market is the perfect place to enjoy a day of creativity and community. Bring your friends and family and immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere filled with inspiration and charm!
When: Friday, October 25: 5pm- 9pm
Saturday, October 26: 10am- 5pm
Entry fee: $5 Cash at the door

Stable to Sea And Everything in Between Art Show
2024-10-25 10:00 - 2024-10-31 16:00 | ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada
Elaine Little, Craig Toby, Jen Wright and Jacky Cooper invite you to drop in to view an eclectic variety of artwork by these 4 artists. They met each other at a local stable sharing a common love and respect for all things equine. Friendships were further developed based on another common interest: NATURE IN ART.
Their art mediums include pastels, acrylic, oil, wood, clay, resin and wool.
Art cards and gift items will be available; start your Christmas shopping!
October 25-31 with a special reception time Friday 25th, 4-7pm.
All are invited. Bring your friends too.

Pro-D Day $2 Swim at Panorama Recreation Centre
2024-10-25 12:00 - 15:00 | Panorama Recreation Centre, 1885 Forest Park Drive, North Saanich, BC, V8L 4A3, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled Pro-D Day! Bring your family and friends for swimming, music, games and prizes.
Where: Panorama Recreation Pool
When: October 25th @ 12pm -3pm

Pro-D Day $2 Skate at Panorama Recreation Centre
2024-10-25 13:00 - 14:20 | Panorama Recreation Centre, 1885 Forest Park Drive, North Saanich, BC, V8L 4A3, Canada
Join us for a fun-filled Pro-D Day! Bring your family and friends for skating fun, music, games and prizes. Helmets available free of charge for skating.
Where: Panorama Recreation Arena A
When: October 25 @ 1pm- 2:20pm

Slider's Birthday Celebration
2024-10-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Panorama Recreation Centre, 1885 Forest Park Drive, North Saanich, BC, V8L 4A3, Canada
Join us for treats in the arena lobby to celebrate Slider’s Birthday, and a stuffy toss during the 1st period break at the Panthers game.

An Evening with Mystery Writers
2024-10-25 19:00 - 20:00 | SHOAL Centre, 10030 Resthaven Drive, Sidney, V8L 3G4
Join us for some fun as we get in the spooky autumn mood. Mystery writer from Vancouver Iona Whishaw, will be joined by local authors Susan Juby and William Deverell for an evening of intrigue and suspense!
Purchase tickets online at Eventbrite.ca or Tanner’s Books! ($15)
Friday October 25, @ 7pm
Where: SHOAL Centre

Live Music at Beacon Brewing
2024-10-25 20:00 - 22:00 | Beacon Brewing, 9829 Third Street,, Sidney, BC, V8L 3A7, Canada
Check out this weeks special musical guest: SueMack!
Beacon Brewing has live music every Friday night from 8pm- 10pm.
