Sidney BIA

Hawksley Workman Concert
2024-11-08 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Hawksley Workman is a JUNO Award-winning and Gold Record certified singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Since his ground-breaking self-produced indie debut For Him and The Girls (1999) through to chart-topping singles of 2020, Hawksley has careened between major label international smash hits to Canadiana soaked indie releases. Boasting a catalogue of 17 solo records, Hawksley’s genre defying style strings together folk, chart pop and irrepressible cabaret. His show-stopping vocals on songs about weather, love, heartbreak and tales of end-times have garnered him a league of devoted fans.
When: Friday, November 8 @ 7:30pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre

Movie Night at the Sidney Museum
2024-11-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Sidney Museum and Archives, 2423 Beacon Ave, SIDNEY, BC, V8L 1X5, Canada
Feature Presentation: Island of Shadows: D’Arcy Island Leper Colony, 1891-1924 (2000)
Friday, November 8 @ 7pm- 8:30pm

In the late 19th-early 20th century, D’Arcy Island was where the federal government sent people affected with leprosy for containment. The harsh conditions of this quarantine station was where 49 primarily Asian men suffering from the diseases lived. Island of Shadows: D’Arcy Island Leper Colony, 1891-1924 is a documentary that examines the factors contributing to its creation and to the inhumane treatment those that were forced to live there.

Sharing Creative Time and Space Art Show
2024-11-08 - 2024-11-14 | ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada
At a chance meeting in a class, this group became friends who now inspire and support each other in their artistic creations. We hope you enjoy the variety and abundance of talent offered here.
Featuring Artists:

Sharron MacBride
Lynn Caliste
Gillian Bennett
Nancy Davis

Good Lovelies Concert
2024-11-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
The rich complexity of life is the emotional focus of the much-anticipated new album from one of Canada’s most accomplished and harmonious trios – Good Lovelies.
Good Lovelies – ‘We will Never Be The Same’ album launch
This new album that they are showcasing is both a return to a more elemental, acoustic-based musical platform reaching back to the early days of the Good Lovelies, as well as an immersive emotional experience crafted by three seasoned songwriters who bring their own real-life stories in all their dynamism and messy complexity to the fore.
When: Tuesday, November 5th @ 7pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre

Don Amero Concert
2024-11-04 08:00 - 17:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Don Amero
Cross Canada Tour Part One
Monday, November 4 – 7:30 PM
Get ready for an unforgettable night with Don Amero on his Cross Canada Tour! This is more than just a concert—it’s a singer-songwriter experience designed to bring people from all walks of life together. Don’s heartfelt stories and soul-stirring songs will fill the room with life and love, encouraging and inspiring everyone who attends.
Join us for an evening where music becomes a beacon of light, inviting you to connect, reflect, and feel the powerful flow of love and inspiration. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a magical night that promises to uplift and unite. Grab your tickets now and be part of an extraordinary journey with Don Amero!

Edie DaPonte Concert
2024-11-03 14:00 - 17:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Don’t forget this information for the musical tribute event:
Title: We’ll Meet Again
Performer: Edie Daponte
Date and Time: Sunday, November 3 at 2:00 pm
Description: Join Edie DaPonte for a special tribute show where she will take the audience back to World War 2 with the timeless songs of Vera Lynn, Edith Piaf, Marlene Dietrich, and more. These voices provided comfort and hope to the forces and civilians of that time. Edie will pay homage to their classic songs with captivating renditions, accompanied by celebrated musicians Attila Fias on piano, Joey Smith on bass, Aaron Watson on guitar/accordion, and Damian Graham on drums. The show promises a captivating afternoon of music and storytelling through carefully chosen songs.
Edie is recognized for her dynamic performances, featuring a wide range and repertoire that spans various musical genres, decades, and languages. She is equally comfortable performing in intimate lounge settings and outdoor festival stages. In the music scene of Vancouver Island and Western Canada, Edie has established herself as a dynamic and engaging performer who always brings an element of surprise to every show.

Jeremy Ledbetter Trio Concert
2024-11-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
The Jeremy Ledbetter Trio pushes the boundaries of jazz and world music, providing an “undiluted display of rampaging energy and captivating musicianship”. This is a group very much at home tackling intricate lines and rhythms, drawing from jazz, rock, funk and varied Latin genres.
When: Saturday, November 2 @ 7:30pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre

First Chance Christmas Craft Fair
2024-11-02 10:00 - 2024-11-03 16:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
First Chance is a distinctive Christmas Craft Shows featuring an array of works of over 80+ artists, artisans, makers, and designers from our beautiful West Coast and it’s surrounding islands. Since 1989, these shows are two of Vancouver Island’s premier Christmas shopping events which have become favourite craft sales to many in Sidney, Saanich, greater Victoria and further afar. It is an annual tradition where visitors can meet the many creators in person, hear their stories, feel their passion and experience their works first-hand. Join us at Sidney’s lovey Mary Winspear Centre for an unforgettable Christmas shopping experience. Shop small. Shop local. Support our many talented artists & artisans and find those special handmade gifts for your family and friends.
FIRST CHANCE CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW
Saturday, November 2 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 3| 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
Admission $5 | Children Under 12 Free (accompanied by an adult)

Musical Salute to the Beach Boys Concert
2024-11-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Get ready to be swept away by the timeless melodies of the Beach Boys! Join us for a nostalgic evening filled with their iconic hits and concert favorites. Let’s Go Surfin’! is performed by BACKBEAT, Canada’s most authentic musical tribute to the 60’s. They nail the incredibly intricate Beach Boys harmonies perfectly! All the genius of Brian Wilson’s songwriting and studio wizardry blossoms on stage in a spectacular musical salute to one of the greatest pop groups of all time!
When: Friday, November 1st @ 7:30pm
Where: Mary Winspear Centre

FAB5 Meraki Art Show
2024-11-01 - 2024-11-07 | ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada
A group of 5 artists; new to the Peninsula have joined together to share their variety of artistic skills. Meraki: The pride, love and essence we put into our work.
Artists:
Angela Susi: Mixed Media
Chris Goncalves: Woodcarver, Scroll Saw Artist & Painter
Suzanne Vincent: Dot Art/Acrylics & Zentangle
Victoria Heryet: Watercolour with Pen and Ink/Mixed Media
Zosia Lacz: Fibre Art/Rug Hooking/Glassy Garden Art

Spooky Season Kindergym at Panorama Recreation
2024-10-31 09:30 - 11:00 | Greenglade Community Centre, 2151 Lannon Way, Sidney
Put on your favourite costume and sneak into our special Halloween event. Themed activities, spooky decorations, and face painting will take place in addition to our regular Kindergym equipment. For children 1-5 years with guardian participation. Regular rates apply
October 31 @ 9:30am- 11am

Treat Street Halloween Spooktacular
2024-10-31 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Sidney, Downtown Sidney, Sidney, BC, V8L 1X6
Downtown Sidney will be closed to traffic and invites all the little ghosts, goblins, and princesses to enjoy a family trick-or-treating event on Halloween Eve! Visit various businesses and treat stations around Sidney and many local merchants. Free fun for the entire family! 4:30 pm to 6 pm.

Tot Tuesday Halloween Under the Sea at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea
2024-10-29 10:30 - 11:15 | Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, V8L4X3, Canada
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.
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

Beacon Brewing Comedy Night
2024-10-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Beacon Brewing, 9829 Third Street,, Sidney, BC, V8L 3A7, Canada
Join us on Saturday October 26th at 8:00pm at Beacon Brewing in Sidney, BC for a side-splitting comedy extravaganza featuring Canada’s finest comedians! Grab a pint of Beacon Brewing’s delicious craft beer and settle in for a night of laughter.
With headliner Elyott Ryan and featuring Ryan Wallace, and Darren Millar. Hosted by Julya Van Der Sloot.

Elyott Ryan is a rising comedian hailing from Victoria, BC, making waves in the comedy scene with his sharp, well-crafted jokes and deeply personal, confessional style. Known for his rapid delivery and keen wit, Elyott brings a unique blend of humor that resonates with audiences on a profound level. His performances are a candid exploration of his life, filled with honesty and hilarity, setting him apart as a distinctive voice in stand-up comedy. As he continues to gain recognition, Elyott Ryan is fast becoming a favourite among comedy lovers on the West Coast and beyond.

A-scare-ium of the Salish Sea
2024-10-26 16:00 - 20:00 | Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, V8L4X3, Canada
Saturday, October 26 @ 4pm- 8pm
Fourth Annual Halloween Specular! Join us for spooks, scares, sweets and other treats!
Bring your ghouls, vampires, superheroes, fairies, etc. to trick or treat under the sea while supporting two local causes The New Marine Centre Society and Pepaken Hautw.
There will be darkness, there will be lights, there will be eerie (but not TOO scary!) displays. Challenge-search for sunken jack-o-lanterns.
Entry: $5/person

Halloween Skate at Panorama Recreation Centre
2024-10-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Panorama Recreation Centre, 1885 Forest Park Drive, North Saanich, BC, V8L 4A3, Canada
Celebrate spooky season by wearing your costume on ice. Goblins, ghouls and witches all welcome at this Halloween-themed leisure skate intended for all ages.
Regular admission rates apply.
Skates are available for rent. Helmets available free of charge. Skating aids available upon request.
October 26, @ 12- 1:20pm

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.”

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.

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

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

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)
