There’s so much to see & do this Christmas season.
We’ve made a list so that you can make the most of your visit to Victoria over the holidays.
Lights of Wonder
Downtown Victoria is transforming the square into a holiday wonderland. This outdoor event features themed light exhibits, four interactive light tunnels, and a 40-foot festive tree.
Centennial Square
December 1st – 31st
Sips & Sounds Festival
Get ready for a winter festival of live music, local bevvies, and plenty of winter-themed fun!
December 9th
1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Magic of Christmas at the Butchart Gardens
Christmas is a cheerful time of year at The Gardens. Experience the Magic of Christmas. Bundle up and take a winter stroll. A time must be booked in advance during the holiday season.
Butchart Gardens
December 1st to January 6th
Or book our Festive Lights Package, stay with us & get admission and cookie & cocoa at the gardens.
The Gingerbread Showcase
Stop by this local holiday treasure to view the fantastic 100% edible creations made by our volunteer bakers and don’t forget to donate to vote for your favourite. The theme for this years Gingerbread Showcase is Family Traditions!
November 25 – January 4
9:00am to 9:00pm Daily
Annual Festival of Trees
See the Bay Center transformed into a lush forest of hand-decorated trees. Share in the spirit by voting for your favourite tree, with all proceeds supporting the most urgent health care needs of kids in BC and BC Children’s Hospital.
The Bay Center
November 16 to January 3rd
Ghosts of Christmas Past Walking Tour
During December the Ghostly Walks team will present “Ghosts of Christmas Past,” a spooky route that highlights some of the best seasonal ghost stories in their repertoire. Stories include: the haunted chocolate shop, a Christmas Eve assassination, the “Lady in White” who first appeared at Christmas 1861, a haunted Christmas book, and many others.
December 1 – 31
Christmas Shows at the Royal Theatre
Take in a show! Whether it’s the Nutcracker, Holly Jolly Christmas, Jon and Roy Holiday Special or Yellow Point Christmas Spectacular – there’s a show for everyone.
2023 Light Up the City!
“Light Up The City” and bring everyone together to enjoy the glow of Christmas!
November 1st – December 15th
Carriage Tours
Watch the streets come to life and sparkle with festivities as you travel around Victoria by horse and carriage.
WinterFest at the Royal BC Museum
Celebrate arts, culture and community at the first annual WinterFest outdoor multicultural holiday market!
December 2 & 3
The 24th Annual IEOA Truck Light Convoy and Food Drive
Witness the countless trucks wrapped in their holiday best and contribute to a great cause.
December 2nd, 5:30 pm
Nerdy Days of Christmas
Nerdy Days of Christmas is a quaint and nerdy craft fair in Market Square. Beautiful makers and artists all with a nerdy flair! Entry is by donation and all proceeds will go to Victoria Hospitals Foundation.
December 2nd & 3rd
Annual Dickens Fair
The Dickens Fair is one of Victoria’s oldest and best-loved Holiday craft fairs. Curated Vancouver Island artisans offer a great variety of handmade and homemade products at affordable prices.
James Bay Community Center
December 2nd, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
“Out of Hand” Modern Market
Shop a gorgeous array of goods made by hand by over 100 incredible makers, designers, and artisans from BC. Shop for the holidays or for yourself!
November 24th – 26th
Magic of Christmas Artisan Fair
A two day Christmas market event featuring tons of vendors! This is a great opportunity to get all your Christmas shopping done while supporting local.
November 18th & 19th
41st Peninsula Co-op Santa Lights Parade
Food and cash donations will be accepted for the Mustard Seed Street Church and Food Bank. Plus Santa and Mrs. Claus will be taking pictures by donation following the parade at the Hudson Holiday Market!
November 25th, 5:20 pm
Oak Bay Village Christmas Light-Up
Every year as the cooler sea air sets in, Oak Bay Village welcomes the oncoming holidays with a grand Light Up festival.
November 26th, 2:00 pm
