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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The Art and Science of Seaweed
Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, CanadaJoin us for a fantastic evening of seaweed stories. Meet award winning artist and author Josie Iselin and UBC professor and seaweed scientist Dr. Patrick Martone to learn about how their passion for seaweed has led them both to the intersection of art and science. Enjoy a cocktail from The Straight and Narrow and some […]
Folk N’ Fiddle Saturday Night Gala
Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, CanadaSaturday Night Gala Saturday, June 10 - 7:00pm Charlie White Theatre Earlybird $48.15 Regular $57.15 The Fretless, Mariel Buckley, Tony Furtado & Luke Price, Pierre Schryer & Adam Dobres World touring and award-winning fiddling group The Fretless fuse string music and traditional styles into intricate, beautiful, high-energy arrangements. Now touring with award winning vocalist Madeleine […]
World Oceans Celebration Day (Fisherman’s Wharf in Victoria)
Fisherman's Wharf 12 Erie Street, Victoria, British Columbia, CanadaJoin The Shaw Centre for Salish Sea at Fisherman's Wharf in Downtown Victoria. Celebrate the world oceans and Salish Sea alongside many other organizations for a free, family-friendly event!
Art and Algae Print-Making Workshop
Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, CanadaJoin award-winning artist and author Josie Iselin for a three and half hour Art & Algae workshop. You will be introduced to the technique of cyanotype photography, also known as the blueprint process. Using her vast collection of dried seaweed specimens as image-making material, Josie will introduce participants to the basics of seaweed biology and […]
The Splinters
FREE, fun-filled hour of music. The Splinters have played at various events on the Saanich Peninsula over the past eight years. This energetic group will soon have you tapping your toes and singing along to their lively selection of familiar feel-good songs. At SHOAL Centre
Tea, Scones & Ageism! – Tea & Talk
SHOAL Centre 10030 Resthaven Drive, SidneyFree - Registration required; space is limited. Call SHOAL Reception at 250-656-5537. Come enjoy a complimentary cup of tea and some SHOAL signature scones while listening to a presentation about how Ageism impacts the quality of all of our lives. Hosts Cari Taylor, Regional Mentor for the South Vancouver Island Community Response Network, and Anna […]
Tea, Scones & Ageism!
SHOAL Centre 10030 Resthaven Drive, SidneyGuest speakers will talk about beliefs, attitudes and behaviours about growing old, and ways we can all help to reverse those negative stigmas. Register at SHOAL reception or call 250-656-5537
Sidney Street Market
Downtown Sidney Downtown Sidney, Sidney, BCThe Sidney Street Market is a spectacular festival on the charming main street of Beacon Avenue offering everything from locally grown produce, home-baked goods, artisan jewelry, crafts, gifts, mouth-watering food and live music. You’re invited to kick off the summer season with the market’s grand opening ceremonies on June 15th, which will feature a Welcome […]
Westcoast Thursday Evening Market
Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, CanadaJoin us outside the Mary Winspear Centre to support local vendors selling food and produce, all while enjoying live music. Every Thursday from 5:30pm-8:30pm from June 15th-August 31st.
Vertical Performing Arts 2022-2023 End of Year Performance
Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, CanadaCelebrate the accomplishments and skill of these incredible students. A portion of the profits from both shows are donated to “Extreme Outreach," a local charity with a vision to break the cycle of poverty, addiction, and homelessness, as well as “Embrace Arts,” a local non-profit devoted to creating meaningful artistic opportunities for individuals of all […]
Diverse Dreams Art Exhibit
ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney, British Columbia, CanadaGlass, Watercolour, Acrylic, Collage, Chinese Brush Painting, Mixed Media, Photography, Fibre Art. Participating Artists: Donna Marie Pitcher Heather Quinney Sandy King Linda Anne Baker
Father’s Day Summer Fair
Heritage Acres 7321 Lochside Dr, Saanichton, BC, CanadaA wonderful opportunity for the whole family, this event features train rides, tractor tours, entertainment, agricultural demos, refreshments and loads of other fun. Adults $5 OR $10 per car; under 12 is free.