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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Events
Calendar of Events
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6 events,
This exhibit shows contemporary art and historical objects relating to laundry and is a collaboration with four local artists, Elizabeth Carefoot, Laura Feeleus, Sharon Stoneman, and Lesley Turner. "The Laundry Room" is a result of women reflecting on their past, present, and future experiences with the laundry, reflecting, often with tongue in cheek, on the […]
By Donation
We have a new MEGA challenge for the kiddos! Search the children’s area at the Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) for the hidden dinos to solve the riddle. Put your name and contact on the back of the completed paper. Then put it in the draw box. You could win a prize! Gather with Family and Friends to Create a Gingerbread House Masterpiece! On display at Panorama Recreation Centre for the Month of December. Prizes for the best display by public vote! All proceeds support CFAX Santas Anonymous! How to entre: Purchase your Gingerbread House Kit from Panorama reception November 15th o December 1st. Return your Masterpiece […]
$26 – $55
✨ This holiday season, Sidney will be a twinkling wonderland as it welcomes the community to celebrate with an assortment of family-friendly activities! Enjoy enchanting decorative lights throughout the town, holiday open house, festive displays, horse-drawn carriage rides, an Elf on the Shelf scavenger hunt, a live brass band on weekends, and much more. […]
Free
Come and enjoy the South Vancouver Island Potter’s Guild. Visit the gallery and enjoy a large selection of functional & decorative pottery.
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Join SHOAL for Table Tennis instruction sessions that will introduce the basic strokes of Table Tennis to beginners. These strokes include the Forehand Drive, Backhand Drive, Forehand Push, Backhand Push, and Serves. These will be taught using the modern techniques with the Shakehand Grips style. Focus on having fun while learning skills and movements to […]
$42 – $48
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8 events,
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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 Time and more! *October through April Suitable for ages 3–5 Children […]
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This is a new philosophy discussion group that offers an opportunity to explore a variety of topics and perspectives, to learn, to share thoughts and to meet new people!
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Buenos Dias! Join these conversational beginner and intermediate Spanish lessons and take a deeper dive into communicating in Spanish. With emphasis on learning and practicing the spoken language, this class will increasingly conduct in Spanish. At the end of this class you will be more confident to have conversations with Spanish speakers Interested? Call SHOAL […]
$42 – $48
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6 events,
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Our friends from the Maritime Museum of British Columbia are joining us for this seasonal workshop. Along with creating an ornament made from locally sourced sea glass, you’ll learn a little about the history of sea glass. All supplies included. However, you are welcome to bring along additional special supplies you’d like to incorporate, (i.e. […]
$29.99
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9 events,
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Bring your littlest ones to the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Every Thursday morning from November 9 - December 7. Ages 0-5 years. Drop-in.
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Join SHOAL for Table Tennis instruction sessions that will introduce the basic strokes of Table Tennis to beginners. These strokes include the Forehand Drive, Backhand Drive, Forehand Push, Backhand Push, and Serves. These will be taught using the modern techniques with the Shakehand Grips style. Focus on having fun while learning skills and movements to […]
$42 – $48
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Buenos Dias! Join these conversational beginner and intermediate Spanish lessons and take a deeper dive into communicating in Spanish. With emphasis on learning and practicing the spoken language, this class will increasingly conduct in Spanish. At the end of this class you will be more confident to have conversations with Spanish speakers Interested? Call SHOAL […]
$42 – $48
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7 events,
Valerie Kuehne, Renate MacKenzie and Nancy Wall are offering up a heavenly feast for your eyes — beautiful and functional creations for your home and unique gifts for family and friends. You’ll find dazzling fused glass, vibrant watercolour, pastel & oil paintings, sublime pottery plus an array of decorations for the Holiday season! Come and […] 
Bundle up and stroll through thousands of twinkling lights featuring the Twelve Days of Christmas display, sing along to the sounds of the season with Traditional Carollers & Festive Brass, then stop in at the Coffee Shop to warm up with a hot chocolate and gingerbread by the fire. Reserve your date and time to […]
Admission to The Gardens is required
The Peninsula Singers Present: The Spirit of Christmas! 7:30 Friday Dec 1, 7:30 Saturday Dec 2 2pm Sunday Dec 3 Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney. For tickets call 250-656-0275 or go online to marywinspear.ca Come join the Peninsula Singers, young artists, dancers, professional show band, MC Jim Kingham and guests to kick off your Christmas 2023 […]
$18 – $35
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Sidney will be open late to celebrate our official kick-off to Christmas on December 1 from 5 pm to 8 pm. Experience unique shopping at your favourite downtown Sidney shops. Discover the magic of a small-town Christmas by the Sea with free horse-drawn carriage rides, live music, and lots of good cheer!
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John Vaillant will join us to read from and discuss his latest book, Fire Weather: The Making of a Beast, his account of the colossal wildfire in Fort McMurray and the rapidly changing relationship between fire and humankind. Tickets for this event are available at Tanner’s Books (cash only) or online: www.eventbrite.ca All proceeds will […]
$15
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8 events,
Dolls, trucks, building blocks and more! Come to the Sidney Museum to see see examples of children's toys through the decades.
By Donation
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Beautiful crafts,Christmas baking all nicely wrapped and preserves.
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A holiday market with local vendors (including some of our own children!) to make the season shine. |
7 events,
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Join Peninsula Celebrations Society for the Sidney Sparkles Christmas Parade along Beacon Avenue in Downtown Sidney! |
8 events,
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The clinic will be running from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. For more information, visit www.blood.ca.
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Join SHOAL for Table Tennis instruction sessions that will introduce the basic strokes of Table Tennis to beginners. These strokes include the Forehand Drive, Backhand Drive, Forehand Push, Backhand Push, and Serves. These will be taught using the modern techniques with the Shakehand Grips style. Focus on having fun while learning skills and movements to […]
$42 – $48
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Join us for fun and friendly competition! Scrabble sets available Bring your own set if you have one All skill levels welcome! |
7 events,
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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 Time and more! *October through April Suitable for ages 3–5 Children […]
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Buenos Dias! Join these conversational beginner and intermediate Spanish lessons and take a deeper dive into communicating in Spanish. With emphasis on learning and practicing the spoken language, this class will increasingly conduct in Spanish. At the end of this class you will be more confident to have conversations with Spanish speakers Interested? Call SHOAL […]
$42 – $48
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6 events,A Seasonal Music Celebration featuring Wavelengths Community Choir, led by Denis Donnelly, and guests. Music will include traditional music of the Yuletide Season, mostly from the British Isles, as sung by the choir as well as a 9-woman vocal ensemble, Lanny Pollet on flute and Denis on Irish harp. December 6: 7:30 pm December 10: […]
$34.65
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8 events,
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Bring your littlest ones to the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. Every Thursday morning from November 9 – December 7. Ages 0-5 years. Drop-in.
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Join SHOAL for Table Tennis instruction sessions that will introduce the basic strokes of Table Tennis to beginners. These strokes include the Forehand Drive, Backhand Drive, Forehand Push, Backhand Push, and Serves. These will be taught using the modern techniques with the Shakehand Grips style. Focus on having fun while learning skills and movements to […]
$42 – $48
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Buenos Dias! Join these conversational beginner and intermediate Spanish lessons and take a deeper dive into communicating in Spanish. With emphasis on learning and practicing the spoken language, this class will increasingly conduct in Spanish. At the end of this class you will be more confident to have conversations with Spanish speakers Interested? Call SHOAL […]
$42 – $48
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6 events,First & Last Chance are two distinctive Christmas Craft Shows featuring an array of works of over 90+ 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 favorite craft sales to many in Sidney, […] Directed by Geral Schieven and featuring a talented cast of many ages, this entertaining presentation weaves the classic story of Scrooge with an assortment of beautiful seasonal carols. Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort of others. With an infuriated "Bah! Humbug!" […]
$25
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10 events,
ArtSea Gallery - Tulista Park, Sidney We are a group of friends who met after moving to the Peninsula wishing the past few years. We share a love of creativity and are featuring our diverse talents in the last art show of the season. Come on by as we have lots of great gift ideas
Free
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A Seasonal celebration of a cappella, four-part harmony, featuring the South Island’s leading exponents of the art, South Island Harmony male chorus and the area's popular quartet, Trounce Alley. Audiences will be treated to that full-body tingle that derives from the blend of soaring voices, ringing chords, and thrilling close harmony. South Island Harmony’s first […]
$30
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Did you know that in England there was a tradition of telling ghost stories on Christmas Eve? We’re going to recreate that experience for you as we transform the library into a Victorian parlour. Enjoy a spooky festive tale with our special guest reader Chris Dance. Meet members of the University of Victoria Crafting Communities […] The choir, under the direction of Simon Leung, joins with the Victoria High Notes Flute Choir and will sing a variety of Christmas music. Accompaniment by Ryan Qu. Tickets are available at the door or Tanner's Books in Sidney. Tickets: $20 For more information, please email alidar@shaw.ca
$20
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9 events,The Via Choralis Performance Society and the Campus View Elementary School Choir are proud to present a beautiful choral concert. "The Musical Joys of the Season: Madrigals, Choruses from Handel's Messiah, Carols and Songs of Hope for the coming year." Each choir will preform separately, then the adults/children will sing together in a grand finale […]
$10 – $20
A Seasonal Music Celebration featuring Wavelengths Community Choir, led by Denis Donnelly, and guests. Music will include traditional music of the Yuletide Season, mostly from the British Isles, as sung by the choir as well as a 9-woman vocal ensemble, Lanny Pollet on flute and Denis on Irish harp. December 6: 7:30 pm December 10: […]
$34.65
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6 events,
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Join SHOAL for Table Tennis instruction sessions that will introduce the basic strokes of Table Tennis to beginners. These strokes include the Forehand Drive, Backhand Drive, Forehand Push, Backhand Push, and Serves. These will be taught using the modern techniques with the Shakehand Grips style. Focus on having fun while learning skills and movements to […]
$42 – $48
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7 events,
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This is a new philosophy discussion group that kicked off in September. It offers an opportunity to explore a variety of topics and perspectives, to learn, to share thoughts and to meet new people! Free of charge.
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Buenos Dias! Join these conversational beginner and intermediate Spanish lessons and take a deeper dive into communicating in Spanish. With emphasis on learning and practicing the spoken language, this class will increasingly conduct in Spanish. At the end of this class you will be more confident to have conversations with Spanish speakers Interested? Call SHOAL […]
$42 – $48
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11 events,
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Embrace the winter season with us at Panorama Recreation's wintry-themed Kindergym event at Greenglade Community Centre Gymnasium. Enjoy crafts, games and more seasonal surprises alongside our regular Kindergym equipment during this exciting morning. For children 1-5 years with guardian participation. Regular admission rates apply $3.50/child. Reserve your spot online, or drop-in if space remains. Maximum 35 children […]
$3.50
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Welcoming Women to the Peninsula since 1987! Come celebrate the season with lunch and our fundraising draw! Pre-booking is required. For more information, please see www.peninsulanewcomers.com or email pncpublicity@gmail.com.
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Join us for a fabulous afternoon of fashion and fun at Abbeyfield's Vintage Holiday Fashion Show! Get ready to be transported back in time as we showcase the most stylish and glamorous vintage outfits. Tea and holiday treats will be served. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to see stunning vintage fashion pieces up […]
$20
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6 events,Big Hank has his “Ho Ho working” and the highly regarded, veteran bluesman and bandleader is certain “it’s going to work on you.” Big Hank has been touring his Blues Christmas show for a number of years now and this unique, variety filled program of blues-basted Yuletide tunes is one that has left audiences drenched […]
$30
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8 events,
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Hosted by Peninsula Celebrations Society, join Santa on December 16 from 11 am to 2 pm in Sidney’s Winter Wonderland at Garden Court (2360 Beacon Avenue) for free photos, treats, and hot chocolate! Don’t forget to bring your own camera.
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The Greater Victoria Police Chorus is coming to St. Paul's United Church! The Chorus is regularly invited to sing throughout Victoria and Vancouver Island at community functions in churches, retirement homes, Legions, and other settings. There is free parking on-site and the venue is wheelchair accessible. Tickets are sold at St. Paul's United Church, Tanner […]
$25
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Hosted by Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club and Port Sidney Marina, experience the Lighted Ships Parade on Saturday, December 16, at 5 pm with ships leaving from Port Sidney Marina. Enjoy complimentary hot apple cider and hot dogs on the dock and tour the tall ship to find the hiddle holiday treasure! |
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Please join us for our first annual Turkey Shoot where you can win a turkey for yourself and give one to a local family in need! A Ping-Pong Robot will serve balls and all you have to do is hit the ball to the target to get entered into the draw for a free turkey! Join us […]
$5
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Join SHOAL for Table Tennis instruction sessions that will introduce the basic strokes of Table Tennis to beginners. These strokes include the Forehand Drive, Backhand Drive, Forehand Push, Backhand Push, and Serves. These will be taught using the modern techniques with the Shakehand Grips style. Focus on having fun while learning skills and movements to […]
$42 – $48
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Join us for fun and friendly competition! Scrabble sets available Bring your own set if you have one All skill levels welcome! |
6 events,Each year, the Panorama arena is transformed into a wonderland with lights trees, penguins, and polar Bears- and of course Santa! Throughout this winter season, ignite your holiday spirit and drop in for one of our daily public skates. Winter Wonderland is December 22, 2023 to January 1, 2024. Public skate times will be available for […] Snow White is the daughter of the "old" queen who died in childbirth. The king has since remarried a younger woman who is beautiful but very vain. As Snow White grows up, the "new" queen becomes very jealous of her and plots to get her out of the way. A visiting prince from Parksville will […]
$22.05
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Winter Holiday Storytime on Saturday, December 23, 10:30 am. Stories, rhymes and songs that celebrate the season. The Sidney North Saanich Library Teen Advisory Group will be our special guests. Stay and make a simple craft. Socialize and enjoy some festive treats. Free. No registration required. All ages welcome (yep, bring the older siblings!).
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Join us on the ice for some holiday fun for the whole family! Enjoy hot chocolate, kids games, painting on the ice, and a special visit from Santa in this beautiful winter wonderland. Please note: Skate aids available upon request. |
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6 events,If you are alone on Christmas Day, please join us for fellowship, celebration, and great food! Admission by donation To reserve for the 11:00am or 1:00pm sitting, please email sidneychristmasdinner@gmail.com. Reservations will be taken from November 24 - December 20th. |
6 events,Snow White is the daughter of the "old" queen who died in childbirth. The king has since remarried a younger woman who is beautiful but very vain. As Snow White grows up, the "new" queen becomes very jealous of her and plots to get her out of the way. A visiting prince from Parksville will […]
$22.05
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6 events,Snow White is the daughter of the "old" queen who died in childbirth. The king has since remarried a younger woman who is beautiful but very vain. As Snow White grows up, the "new" queen becomes very jealous of her and plots to get her out of the way. A visiting prince from Parksville will […]
$22.05
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Goodbye 2023! Hello 2024! Join us for A Classic New Year’s Evening with the Chris Millington Band. Celebrate in style, dance the evening away with friends and be home at a reasonable hour. The Chris Millington Band has been entertaining audiences for over 30 years, featuring great vocals, hot horns, and laying down the funk […]
$85
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