• Paul Pigat & The Smoking Jackets at The Butchart Gardens

    The Butchart Gardens 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC, Canada

    Join us Friday, August 11 to enjoy a live performance at our open-air stage. Come sit on a bench, or bring a blanket and sit on the lawn. Following the concerts, The Gardens are open until 11:00 pm for Night Illuminations viewing. Please visit our website for hours, amenities, and rates.

    Admission to The Gardens is required.
  • North Saanich Farm Market

    10990 West Saanich Rd 10990 West Saanich Rd, North Saanich, BC, Canada

    Operating every Saturday morning from the start of June through to October, the North Saanich Farm Market is full of community spirit, where the Peninsula’s top food producers display fresh fruits and vegetables, local lamb, beef, and seafood – and some of the most coveted fresh baked breads in the region.

  • Exploring Indigenous Perspectives Through Storytelling – 5 & Under

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

    Bring your little ones on this guided walk exploring the cultural significance of birds and animals through a First Peoples lens. The cultural lessons and values shared through the time-honoured tradition of storytelling will amaze you and your little ones. We will discover how First Peoples passed down important teachings from their respective territories to […]

  • Sidney’s Summer Sidewalk Sale

    Beacon Avenue Beacon Avenue, Sidney, BC, Canada

    Head on out and take a stroll through downtown Sidney as over 50 businesses are ready to step outside their storefronts and offer massive discounts on merchandise. You'll also be able to enjoy live music at the corner of Beacon and Fourth Street as performances play on stage throughout this event. Visit the on-site photo […]

  • Story Workshop Weekend (16+)

    McTavish Academy of Arts 1720 McTavish Rd, North Saanich, British Columbia, Canada

    Led by professional writer and editor, Angela Cowan, participants will get an opportunity to dig a little deeper into a story idea and begin to flesh it out on the page. Course includes writing exercises to get a creative juices flowing, individual and group work and helpful feedback. Bring a notebook and pen.  

  • The Sutcliffes at The Butchart Gardens

    The Butchart Gardens 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC, Canada

    Join us on Saturday, August 12 to enjoy a live performance at our open-air stage. Following the concert, stroll over to the Fireworks lawn to take in the spectacular show. Fireworks begin at 9:15 pm sharp, rain or shine. Please visit our website for hours, amenities, and rates.

    Admission to The Gardens is required.
  • St Paul’s presents – Edie Daponte Trio

    St. Paul’s United Church – 2410 Malaview Road, Sidney St. Paul’s United Church 2410 Malaview Road, Sidney BC

    ‘From Paris to Rio’. …classic songs in English, French, Portuguese and Spanish. ‘Join Edie Daponte and Friends for this globally inspired show, a fusion of jazz and world music as local favourite Edie shares her voice alongside celebrated musicians Attila Fias on piano and Joey Smith on bass.’

    $25
  • Fireworks at The Butchart Gardens

    The Butchart Gardens 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC, Canada

    Saturday evenings, from July 1 – September 2, bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy our world-class firework show with your friends and family. Each show features original aerial and ground displays designed and choreographed to music, by Jennie Butchart’s great-grandson, Christopher Ross. Fireworks are included with your admission to The Gardens. Fireworks are […]

    Admission to The Gardens is required.
  • Tide Ticklers – 5 & Under!

    Coles Bay Regional Park 9324 Inverness Road, North Saanich, BC, Canada

    Come prepared to get your feet wet! On this gentle introduction to beach exploration, you and your little ones will enjoy a short story and engaging activities. There is no fee for this program but you must pre-register by August 9th as space is limited. Times are 9:30-10:30am & 11am-12pm Visit www.crd.bc.ca/parks-events Trail Description: 300m; […]

  • Westcoast Farmer’s Market

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

    Join us this summer to support our local farmers, producers and other vendors with our Sunday's farmer market. Outside the Mary Winspear Centre, from 10am-2pm, June 25th - August 27th.

  • Summer Sounds Concert – Soul Shakers

    Beacon Park 9801 Seaport Place, Sidney

    Top-notch musicianship, stellar harmonies and high energy performances are a trademark of this fine band. They will have you singing and dancing along to classic popular Soul, Motown and RnB tunes as well as many other popular tunes.

  • Blood Donor Clinic

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

    People across Canada are aware the need for blood and plasma is constant. But nearly 50% say they have never donated because they have never been asked. So the Canadian Blood Services is asking,  in as many ways possible, to make a blood or plasma donation part of your summer plans. On August 14th, from […]