Community Events & Workshops
Below is information about free events and workshops in the community and online.
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Esquimalt Lantern Festival
The Esquimalt Lantern Festival is taking place on Friday, September 13 from 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm. This is a free event and all ages are welcome to attend. There will be live music, roaming puppets, food vendors, face painting and lantern making. Attendees are also...
Westshore Big Summer Bash
Westshore Big Summer Bash is taking place from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm on August 18th at Veterans Memorial Park! This is a free event and all are welcome. Enjoy a delicious free BBQ, an inflatable bouncy castle, outdoor games, and community booths. At 8:00 pm, grab some...
The Royal BC Museum WinterFest
The Royal BC Museum proudly introduces the first WinterFest outdoor multicultural holiday market. For free admission enjoy music and dance, with opportunities for food and shopping. Location: Royal BC Museum, Victoria, BC Website:...
Habitat for Humanity Gingerbread Showcase
Contribute a donation of your choosing to support Habitat For Humanity’s fundraising efforts, which are dedicated to assisting local families in securing affordable housing. Explore a display of gingerbread created crafted by local bakers, and cast a vote for your...
Lion’s Skate with Santa
On December 2 from 2:30 – 4:00 pm, the Archie Browning Sports Centre is hosting a free skate with Santa Claus, where the Esquimalt Lions’ Club will be serving hot chocolate for all participants. Location: Archie Browning Sports Centre Website:...
Celebrate the Season – Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
Visit the Parliament Building for live performances by local community choirs and bands with no advance registration needed. These performances take place on weekdays in December at 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm. Location: Upper Rotunda of the Parliament Building, Victoria, BC...
Esquimalt Christmas Tree Village
The Archie Browning Sports Centre and the Recreation Centre Atrium in Esquimalt will be transformed into a holiday wonderland with free admission so you can go and enjoy the decorations. This event will run from December 4 to January 6. Location: Recreation Centre...
BC Children’s Hospital Festival of Trees
From November 16 to January 3, Scotiabank proudly hosts the Festival of Trees, showcasing a stunning collection of up to 100 trees creatively decorated for the community to appreciate and vote on their favourite. Admission is free, and all funds raised through tree...
South Island Gender Variant Drop In Group
Prism Wellness hosts monthly drop-in programs that provide a safe community for activities and discussion surrounding gender diversity. Meetings occur on the last Thursday of every month. Contact: prismwellness@avi.org Website:...