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Events

Year-Round Fun

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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  • Loop the Lake- Guided Adult Hike- 18 years+

    Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park 5267 Patricia Bay Hwy, Victoria, BC, Canada

    Enjoy a 10km walk around the lakes with a CRD Regional Parks naturalist and discover the fascinating cultural and natural history of this multi-use park. Bring a lunch and water and wear sturdy footwear. There is no fee for this program, but you must pre-register by January 3, as space is limited. BC Transit #70, #72 or […]

  • Tech Tuesdays

    Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library 10091 Resthaven Drive, Sidney

    Struggling with your eBooks? Need some help navigating a website? Need a few pointers on how to make your phone or tablet work for you? Drop in or make an appointment between 10:30 and 11:30 every Tuesday for one-on-one help from our information tech or librarian. Get help with your mobile device or laptop and […]

  • Peninsula Newcomers Club Luncheon

    SHOAL Centre 10030 Resthaven Drive, Sidney

    Welcoming women to the Peninsula since 1987! Doors open at 11:45 a.m. Pre-booking required. Guest Speaker and singer/musician: Bob de Wolff, President of the Folk 'N Fiddle Festival.

  • Victoria Chess Championship

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    When:  14-15 January, 2023  Where.  Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney Rounds.  Saturday 10am, 2pm and 6pm, Sunday 10am, 2pm and 6pm Time Control.  game in 60 minutes with 30 second increment  Sections:  one section

    $60 – $70
  • Skate with the Peninsula Panthers Everyone Welcome

    Panorama Recreation Centre 1885 Forest Park Drive, North Saanich, BC, Canada

    Skate with the peninsula panthers Junior B Hockey team at this special everyone welcome! There will be a free draw to enter to win a Peninsula Panthers T-shirt or hat! Regular admission rates apply. Skate rentals and helmets available. Skate shop open 15 minutes before skate start time

  • Community Meeting: Meet With Elizabeth May

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Join Elizabeth May M.P. for a community meeting. Discuss the issues important to residents of Saanich-Gulf Islands and learn about Elizabeth's parliamentary work in Ottawa.

  • Choose To Move

    SHOAL Centre 10030 Resthaven Drive, Sidney

    This program provides older adults with the motivation and support to become more active. It helps seniors to integrate activity into daily routing, meet new friends and make positive change. An info session will be held at SHOAL Centre on Thursday, January 19 at 1pm. This is a free program funded by the Active Aging Society.

  • Burns Night 2023: The Bard & His Ballads

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Proof of second vaccine required for anyone over the age of 12, along with government issued ID for those 19+. Since the first Burns Dinner in 1801, people have gathered to pay homage to this great Scottish Bard. Join songsmith Bruce Coughlan with special guests Daniel Lapp, fiddle & piano and René Cusson, pipes & […]

    $35.15
  • The Great Estimation Challenge

    Throughout Family Literacy Week, families are invited to visit participating Sidney businesses to register your best estimate of the number objects in the containers displayed. Simply fill out an entry form, drop your guess into an entry box and keep your fingers crossed that you made the correct estimate! Winners will receive a free book, […]

  • Wavelengths in Concert with Rick Scott

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Wavelengths community Choir, under the direction of Denis Donnelly, welcomes wonderful guest Rick Scott! Wavelengths will sing iconic Canadian songs from Stan Rogers, Kate and Anna McGarrigle, and Joni Mitchell, as well as songs from Peggy Seeger and the Beatles. Rick will join for a set of uplifting songs that will have you singing along […]

    $29.40
  • Tot Tuesday- Crafty Crabs

    Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, Canada

    Tot Tuesday Returns —This week’s theme is CRAFTY CRABS! TUESDAYS* 10:30AM–11:15AM 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 […]

  • Tanika Charles And Storry

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Toronto-based 2x Juno Award nominee and Soul music power house Tanika Charles has slowly but surely inserted herself as a staple of the genre both at home and abroad. Her music revels in honesty and attitude, her live show is high energy and endearing, and she continues to win audiences over one album, one stream, […]

    $50.40
  • Harry Manx

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    “Mysticssippi” blues man Harry Manx has been called an “essential link” between the music of East and West, creating musical short stories that wed the tradition of the Blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas. He has created a unique sound that is hard to forget and deliciously addictive to listen to.

    $50.40
  • Going Squirrely- Guided Walk- All ages

    Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park 5267 Patricia Bay Hwy, Victoria, BC, Canada

    What does it take to survive as a squirrel? With a CRD Regional Parks naturalist, discover what keeps these furry creatures busy at this time of year. Meet at the nature centre at Beaver Beach parking lot. BC Transit #70, #72 or #75

  • Exploring Indigenous Perspective- Guided Walk- All ages

    Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park 5267 Patricia Bay Hwy, Victoria, BC, Canada

    Join CRD Regional Parks cultural programmer, Leslie McGarry, for a walk at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park and discover a human history spanning thousands of years. Learn about the cultural significance of plants, animals and the seasons and how First Peoples deeply respect, appreciate and celebrate gifts from forests, rivers, lakes and the sea. Meet at […]

  • 20TH Annual Robbie Burns Dinner And Fund Raiser

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Please join us for an evening of traditional Robbie Burns entertainments with performances by the Greater Victoria Police Pipe Band.

    $65
  • A Musical Winterlude

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Tired of the winter blahs? Come along for a Musical Winterlude featuring the amazing talents of the students of Mountain Dream Productions musical theatre school who will entertain you with scenes and songs sure to warm up the coldest winter night. This year, our very popular cabaret series will also include the music of Sidney’s […]

    $20
  • Crazy Helmet Skate – Everyone Welcome!

    Panorama Recreation Centre 1885 Forest Park Drive, North Saanich, BC, Canada

    Have a new helmet you're wanting to showcase? Maybe and old helmet that needs some spunk! Put your artistic skills to the test and come to the Crazy Helmet Skate! Regular admissions apply. Skate rentals and helmets available. Skate shop open 15 minutes before skate start time.

  • Rotary Club of Sidney: Back in Time Bingo

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Looking for excitement from the winter blues come and play Bingo. Bring a friend or gather a group for 2 hours of thrilling fun. Laugh, holler bingo and win cash. Play as many cards as you want. Bingo cards with slider windows take you back to simpler times at $2 each per game. Playing good […]

  • Sidney Blood Donation Event

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Canadian hospital patients and their families are counting on us -- book your lifesaving appointment today. Come see us in Sidney at Mary Winspear Centre on Monday January 30th, 12pm-6pm. Book your appointment at blood.ca, by downloading our GiveBlood app, or by calling 1-888-2DONATE (1-888-236-6283). Thank you for being part of Canada's Lifeline!

    Free
  • Tot Tuesday- Sensational Sea Stars

    Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, Canada

    Tot Tuesday — this week’s theme is SENSATIONAL SEA STARS TUESDAYS* 10:30AM–11:15AM 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 […]

  • Darren Lee & The Memphis Flash

    Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

    Once in a very great while a truly special tribute act appears.  DARREN LEE is absolutely one of those acts. He holds the record for the longest performing “Elvis” in Vegas with an unprecedented 11 years in the incredible “American Superstars” show at the Stratosphere Hotel & Casino.  He followed that with 5 years in […]

  • Winter Birds of Island View Beach – Guided Walk – 8 years+

    Island View Beach Regional Park 3215 Island View Rd, Saanichton, BC, Canada

    While some birds fly south, many spend their winters enjoying southern Vancouver Island’s moderate climate. Join birding expert Geoffrey Newell and a CRD Regional Parks naturalist to find out who's who at the beach. Meet at the grassy area adjacent to the picnic shelter off Homathko Drive.

  • Black Pioneers of the Saanich Peninsula

    Sidney/North Saanich Branch Library 10091 Resthaven Drive, Sidney

    Join Karen Hoshal, descendant of the Alexander pioneer family, as she shares the history of her family and other black pioneers of the area. Karen is a past president of the BC Black History Awareness Society. Free. No registration required.

  • Writing Workshop: Series for Teens

    McTavish Academy of Arts 1720 McTavish Rd, North Saanich, British Columbia, Canada

    A four-week series of writing workshops focusing on narrative arc and plot, character development, world-building, and common pitfalls in creative writing. Taught in an encouraging and positive workshop format, with feedback from the instructor and the class. All writers (and genres!) welcome, from those starting from scratch to those with a work-in-progress already on the […]

    $80
  • Tot Tuesday- Spiny skinned animals

    Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea 9811 Seaport Place, Sidney, BC, Canada

    Tot Tuesday — this week’s theme is SPINY SKINNED ANIMALS TUESDAYS* 10:30AM–11:15AM 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 […]

  • The Butchart Gardens Job Fair 2023

    The Butchart Gardens 800 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC, Canada

    Thursday, February 9, 5:30pm – 7:30pm. https://www.butchartgardens.com/events/job-fair/ We invite you to attend our job fair and learn about employment at The Gardens. Bring your resume and meet staff from various departments such as Food Services, Visitor Services, Gift Store and Gardening. Exclusive gate opening 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Complimentary admission; gardens not open for […]

    Free