Extraordinary Events

Love is in the Air!

posted on January 14, 2012 by Kara Johancsik

There’s no doubt Victoria is a city of romance. Here are a few ideas of romantic things to do with your loved one on your next trip to our city. Read More...

Royal BC Museum reveals new Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2011 exhibit!

posted on December 31, 2011 by Kara Johancsik

Feast your eyes on mind-blowing wildlife photography at the Royal BC Museum. Read More...

We wish you a sparkly Christmas!

posted on November 26, 2011 by Kara Johancsik (& a lil' bit from Ian)

Greater Victoria is alight with Christmas lights and holiday decorations at this time of year! Find out where to go to find Victoria’s best light displays this holiday season. Read More...

The Alberta Ballet and the Canadian Pacific Ballet bring the Nutcracker to Victoria this December

posted on November 19, 2011 by Kara Johancsik

The Nutcracker returns to Victoria this Christmas season! See this magical annual ballet by the Alberta Ballet on December 2, 3, and 4, or by the Canadian Pacific Ballet on December 27, 28, 29, and 30. Read More...

Go Royals Go! See the Victoria Royals play on home ice next time you’re in town

posted on November 14, 2011 by Kara Johancsik

Whether you’re visiting from outside the country or elsewhere in B.C., you’ll love the thrills of a Victoria Royals hockey game. Read More...

Where's....LUCY? In Victoria at the Lucille "Gala" Ball!

posted on October 12, 2011 by Ian MacPhee

Dress as your favorite "Here's Lucy" character of just come for the fun..... Read More...

On now at Goldstream Provincial Park…the salmon run!

posted on October 10, 2011 by Kara Johancsik

Once a year between mid-October and early December, thousands of Chum salmon travel upstream from the waters of the Pacific to streams and rivers in order to spawn. Witness this natural phenomenon for yourself in beautiful Goldstream Provincial Park, just a quick 20-minute drive from downtown Victoria. Read More...

Flying Dutchman sighted in Victoria!

posted on October 5, 2011 by Pacific Opera Victoria

Renowned Canadian baritone John Fanning stars as the Dutchman as Pacific Opera Victoria stages the first performance of a Wagner opera in Victoria in 23 years! Read More...

Quote Along Cinema - How fun is that!

posted on September 26, 2011 by Victoria Film Festival & Ian

Join the throngs of cinephiles in support of the Victoria Film Festival at these amazingly fun events! Read More...

A shot of cocktail knowledge with a twist of fun, on the rocks.

posted on September 17, 2011 by Kara Johancsik

Forget your dusty wine cellar for a few days and dive into the colourful world of cocktails at Victoria’s Art of the Cocktail events. This Victoria Film Festival fundraiser takes place all over Victoria from October 1-3, 2011. Read More...

This just in: Dragons spotted in the Inner Harbour!

posted on July 31, 2011 by Kara Johancsik

Well, Dragon Boats, that is. This August 12th, 13th, and 14th, up to 90 Dragon boats and their teams will take to the Inner Harbour to race to the finish line. Another fabulous event in Victoria that’s free to attend! Read More...

The Victoria Symphony Splash is back with…well, a splash!

posted on July 25, 2011 by Kara Johancsik

Come see the Victoria Symphony play live in the Inner Harbour this July 31st during this spectacular outdoor event! Admission is by donation, and all proceeds go to the Victoria Symphony. Read More...

Rifflandia 4: It's big, it's back, and it's better than before!

posted on July 19, 2011 by Kara Johancsik

With more artists and a huge new all-ages venue at Royal Athletic Park, this year's Rifflandia Music Festival from September 22-25 might just be the best yet. Get your tickets while you can! Read More...

Fun Freebie: The Free-B Movie Festival Returns to Victoria!

posted on July 15, 2011 by Kara Johancsik

Forget the hot crowded theatres and come to Beacon Hill Park instead for b-movies alfresco! Read More...

Victoria - Fun Fun Fun in Festival City

posted on July 14, 2011 by Kara Johancsik

Fun and excitement abound downtown at the 2011 Victoria International Buskers Festival featuring the World's Best Buskers! Be sure to bring your Twoonies! Read More...

Fabulous Fernwood

posted on July 11, 2011 by Kara Johancsik

Question: where can you find live music, fire-spinners, tasty bites from local restaurants, hippies, sausage-sizzles, artisans, fashion shows, DJs, and more? Answer: In Fernwood during FernFest! Read More...