Recreation Sports

Sat May 18, 2013 - Mon May 20, 2013

The Boulders Climbing Gym in Central Saanich will play host to the top climbers in the country over the Victoria Day long weekend, during the 2013 Canadian National Climbing Championships.

The Canadian championships will feature the best youth climbers in the country, as well as a number from the United States, competing in a range of age categories in two disciplines: speed climbing and difficulty climbing.

Fri June 14, 2013 - Sun June 16, 2013

Jumpship 2013 will showcase the world's best freeride mountain bike riders competing in Victoria's Downtown Inner Harbour from June 14-16. Once again on a Jordie Lunn designed course featuring urban, industrial and nautical themes never before seen. Jumpship will bring mind blowing skill and fearless competitiveness to a new level.

Sun June 16, 2013 - Sun June 16, 2013

A sentimental favourite in the Subaru Western Triathlon Series at picturesque Elk Lake. Now in its 18th year this tremendously popular, yet low-key, grassroots race is famous not only for its commemorative "Hoody" but also for its 1 loop swim course, beautiful ride through the Saanich Peninsula, & 2 loop trail around the scenic lake setting. This triathlon was recently named as one of the top 10 Greenest Triathlons in the world! Race weekend will include a sponsor expo, keynote speakers, entertainment on the course & finish area, kid's activities and ample photo backdrops to help you capture the moment.

Fri August 16, 2013 - Sun August 18, 2013

Teams from across North America will race across a 500 m saltwater course, paddling from Laurel Point to the Royal London Wax Museum. This is the only dragon boat festival in Canada to take place in a working harbour.

Sun September 22, 2013 - Sun September 22, 2013

The Ryder Hesjedal's Tour de Victoria is a supported mass participation cycling event, catering to all fitness levels by offering three distances: 140km for the enthusiast, 100km for the entry-level rider and a 50km ride for those who want to experience cycling for the first time! The 2012 Tour was a huge success with riders from all over North America gathering together to tour the beautiful back roads of Victoria and its surrounding municipalities. If you won't be riding, bring the family down to Victoria's inner harbour & cheer the riders on! Check website for promo rates.

Sun October 13, 2013 - Sun October 13, 2013

2013 Good Life Victoria Marathon is Sunday, October 13. There are 4 distances for runners and walkers: Marathon (42.2 km), Half Marathon (21.1 km), 8 km Road Race and the 1.2 km Thrifty Foods Kids Run & Marathon. Please see our website for more details.