Friday, November 27 | 5 to 8 pm
Downtown Sidney
Kick off Christmas in Sidney at our annual Holiday Shopping Night! Downtown shops and boutiques will be staying open late for an evening of festive shopping, holiday treats, live music and a few special surprises along the way.
There’s plenty of holiday cheer to enjoy throughout downtown, including:
Holiday Treats: Enjoy complimentary seasonal drinks and delicious cookies from Sidney’s own SMØR Scandinavian Bakery at the corner of Second Street and Beacon Avenue.
Signature Holiday Tote Bag Giveaway: Take home a special Christmas in Sidney tote bag, perfect for carrying all your holiday shopping finds! Available while supplies last.
Live Holiday Music: Enjoy festive music outside Starbucks on Beacon Avenue as you explore downtown.
Photos with Santa: Stop by the Sidney Pier Hotel for a special holiday photo with Santa, captured by our friends at Four Frames Photo.
The Sidney Giving Tree: New this year! We’re bringing a little extra Christmas magic to downtown Sidney with a very special Giving Tree. We’ve been busy shopping at participating local businesses, hand-selecting wonderful gifts to surprise our community with throughout the evening. Stop by the Giving Tree for a chance to receive a beautifully wrapped surprise, purchased right here in Sidney, with a little holiday love from us to you!
Bring your friends and family, explore our wonderful local businesses and join us for an evening of Christmas cheer as we kick off the holiday season in downtown Sidney!
Sunday, December 6 | 5 to 6 pm
Beacon Avenue, Downtown Sidney
One of Sidney’s favourite holiday traditions! Enjoy festive floats, music, twinkling lights and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus as the parade makes its way through downtown Sidney. Presented by Peninsula Celebrations Society.
Saturday, December 12 | 11 am to 2 pm
Downtown Sidney
Bring the whole family, including your four-legged friends, for free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Presented by Peninsula Celebrations Society.
Throughout the Holiday Season | Downtown Sidney
Santa’s mischievous elves are hiding in more than 50 businesses throughout downtown Sidney! Pick up a scavenger hunt map (coming soon) at the Sidney Information Centre or download one below and head out to find the elves hiding in local businesses.
Kids are invited to visit the Sidney Information Centre at 2281 Beacon Avenue (open daily from 10 am to 4 pm, closed Sundays) after their adventure, tell us which elf was their favourite and receive a special prize!
November 7 & 8 | Mary Winspear Centre
Get a head start on your Christmas shopping with more than 80 talented West Coast artists and makers offering handmade gifts, artwork and unique creations.
December 11 to 13 | Mary Winspear Centre
Find those last-minute Christmas gifts while supporting talented local artisans and makers at this popular annual holiday market.
December 4 to 6 | Mary Winspear Centre
Celebrate the season with the Peninsula Singers and an evening of Christmas classics, holiday favourites and beautiful choral performances.
December 20, 21 & 26, 27, 28 to 29 | Mary Winspear Centre
Join Peninsula Players for a fun-filled holiday pantomime featuring Robin Hood, Maid Marian and the Merry Men. A festive family favourite filled with music, laughter and audience participation!
Looking for more festive fun? The Mary Winspear Centre hosts concerts, theatre productions and special events throughout the holiday season.
