Cultural, Community or Seasonal

Fri May 17, 2013 - Mon October 14, 2013

The race is on! In 1911, two Antarctic-bound explorers, the Englishman Robert Falcon Scott & the Norwegian Roald Amundsen, led teams through harrowing conditions against a ticking clock. Who would reach the pole first? & when they got there, could either make it back home? This new exhibition recounts one of the most stirring tales of exploration-the dramatic contest to reach the South Pole.

Fri May 24, 2013 - Fri May 24, 2013

YesBC presents the 3rd annual Off the Grid Festival - a FREE ALL AGES community party with a purpose! Come and enjoy great music with a view, food trucks, Parks Canada interpreters, interactive displays and a pedal-powered and solar sound stage that will feature performances by ZERBIN and an acoustic set with Mike & Keith from QUOIA; emceed by KOOL FM's Paul Allen.

Sat May 25, 2013 - Sat October 12, 2013

The former Luxton Station Market has moved to Bryn Maur Road in downtown Langford and has taken on a new name reflective of the new location - the Goldstream Station Market! We look forward to a vibrant and active market. The market is held every Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, opening for the season in May and running until October.

Sat May 25, 2013 - Sat October 26, 2013

Moss Street Market is celebrating 20 years of providing local and organic farm-fresh produce, local foods, handmade crafts, artisan clothing, inspiring services and community education to folks from the entire Victoria & area region!

Sat May 25, 2013 - Sat May 25, 2013

Selkirk Waterfront Festival Saturday, May 25th, 2013, 10am - 3pm. Live music & entertainment, tasty food, Family Fun Fair & vendors market, all taking place along the Selkirk Waterfront! Join us for this family-friendly, free event. Put on by the Burnside Gorge Community Association.

Mon July 01, 2013 - Mon July 01, 2013

Victoria Celebrates Canada Day 2013 is proud to unveil an impressive line-up of family-friendly events, music performances, fireworks, and 'A Flavour of Canada'; all set to take place on uly 1, 2013 at Victoria's spectacular Inner Harbour! Check website for updates.

Sat July 06, 2013 - Sat July 06, 2013

This July, 60 students selected from 12 regional heritage fairs from across British Columbia will gather in Victoria for a week-long history camp, during which they will explore the spectacular natural resources, rich First Nations culture & abundant heritage of Victoria. The Provincial Heritage Fairs Society encourages students to explore Canadian heritage in a dynamic, hands-on learning environment. Students use the medium of their choice to tell stories about their own family connections & stories, or the stories of Canadian heroes, legends, milestones & achievements & present the results of their research at a public exhibition.

Fri July 12, 2013 - Sun July 14, 2013

Come downtown & celebrate Mexican/Latin American culture during this fun event. Featuring an open air main stage with local performers sharing traditional music & dance & kiosks showcasing Mexican/Latin American food & beverages, arts & crafts.

Fri July 19, 2013 - Sun July 28, 2013

Welcome to beautiful Victoria, home of the Annual Victoria International Buskers Festival. From July 19th to July 28th, 2013 we welcome you to what has quickly become one of the world's most prominent street theatre festivals! Performers from Australia, the UK, South America, the US & from across Canada will converge in Victoria for ten days of incredible fun. Our event is a family oriented, free-to-attend festival presented on mostly outdoor stages across downtown. Tips to busker hats welcomed & appreciated!

For detailed information about performers, location & times please see website.

Sun July 28, 2013 - Sun July 28, 2013

The Colwood Rotary Club presents a summer festival featuring local artists & wineries. Relax & stroll through the display tents where local artists showcase their finest pieces. Then carry on, inciting your taste buds; it's time to uncork some new flavours. Several local wineries have selected their best vintage wines just for you. All proceeds will go towards the Colwood Rotary Picnic Playground at Westshore Parks.