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Victoria Events Dec 3-10
Westshore Christmas festivities, jazz holiday tunes, craft markets galore, and more!
Robyn Bell & Amelia Acedo
December 03, 2024
🗓️ There’s so much to do!
Happy Tuesday, friends. Welcome to another edition of TWIV, your guide to Victoria’s winter wonderland.
On our radar
🎄 Jon and Roy Holiday Special: The beloved local band will host its annual holiday show, now in its 15th year, at the Royal Theatre, Dec 14.
🎅🏼 Brunch with Santa: Santa Claus is coming to town and he’s stopping at The Courtney Room Restaurant to enjoy a delicious buffet brunch with guests on Dec 15.
🏠 Home Alone in Concert: Enjoy the beloved comedy classic featuring renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the Victoria Symphony at the Royal Theatre on Dec 21.
🩰 The Gift of the Nutcracker: Enjoy Tchaikovsky’s score performed by the Victoria Symphony and the Ballet Victoria. Let all the wonderful characters fill your soul with holiday whimsy and warmth from Dec 28-30.
🎸 Sum41: See the pop punk legends at Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre, with special guests PUP and Gob, Jan 10, 2025.
🎭 Whose Live Anyway: See improv legends from Whose Line Is It Anyway—including two original cast members—at the Royal Theatre on Jan 17, 2025.
🍽 Culinaire: Vancouver Island’s finest food and beverage event will return to the Victoria Conference Centre on Feb 26, 2025.
😂 Nikki Glaser: The Emmy Award-winning comedian will bring her standup to the Royal Theatre, Feb 27 & 28.
❄ The 43rd annual Dickens Fair is one of Victoria’s oldest Winter Craft Fairs! Come down Dec 7 from 10-4 to the James Bay Community Centre (140 Oswego Street). Find out more here!*
*Sponsored Listing
Happening this week and weekend
Langford Station | Saturday | 3-8pm
Get ready for a magical evening, featuring photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a hot dog station, a hot chocolate and hot apple cider station, live music, and more. Walk across the street to see the Christmas light up at 5pm. [Free]
Colwood City Hall | Thursday | 6-8pm
Be a part of the special community event capturing the spirit of the season, with hot chocolate and treats, musical performances from all five elementary schools in Colwood: Wishart, Sangster, Colwood, David Cameron and John Stubbs. [Free]
Royal Theatre | Sat 7:30pm & Sun 2:30pm
Canadian Brass is back in Victoria with holiday classics that have a jazzy spin. [$30]
A Night with Alderlea | Tuesday | Multiple times starting at 5pm
Visit Nowhere *A Restaurant for a seven-course pairing dinner, with Zac Brown and Julie Powell from Alderlea Wines in Duncan. [$150]
In the Christmas Mood with Glenn Miller Orchestra | Tuesday | 7pm
See the new holiday show at the Royal Theatre, as the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra rolls out their timeless hits and puts a twist on our favourite songs of the holiday season. [$75+]
Photo: Royal McPherson
Paint and Cider | Wednesday | 6-9pm
Paint, be merry and leave with three adorable holiday ornaments at Sea Cider Farm, where Victoria artist Kelsie Gibson will guide you step by step while you paint each ornament. [Ticket prices not listed]
Night Market at The Mint | Thursday | 5-9pm
Join the carnival of local creativity and flavours at The Mint, acting as a vibrant hub for local vendors showcasing everything from pottery, prints, stickers, jewelry, to herbal goodies, and vintage and upcycled clothing. [Free]
Harbour Holiday Light Up | Thursday | 5-7pm
Head over to the Inner Harbour featuring light displays, hot chocolate, decorated cookies, and explore seasonal offerings from vendors and food trucks in the festive market. [Free]
New Swiftsure Big Band with Brenda Morie | Thursday | 7pm
Get swept away with this evening of jazzy Christmas hits at Hermann’s. [$25]
Thrift Sale and Community Coffee | Friday | 9am-1pm
Shop second hand treasures and enjoy a coffee with neighbours at Oak Bay United Church. [Free]
Love Me Jeje: An Afro-R&B Experience | Friday | 9pm
Dance the night away to Afrobeats and R&B tunes at Medusa Shot House. [$12+]
Langford Christmas Light Up | Saturday | 5-8pm
Across the street from the Langford Winter Village, the light up will kick off after sunset. Head to Veterans Memorial Park for live music, face painting, and free hotdogs can be enjoyed along with the sparkling holiday lights. [Free]
Langford Light Up. Photo: City of Langford
Metchosin Christmas Spirit Market | Sat-Sun | 10am-4pm
Shop wares and crafts from local vendors at Metchosin Community Centre. [Free]
Skate with Santa | Saturday | 2:30-4pm
Enjoy a Christmas skate with Mr. Claus himself at the Archie Browning Centre. [Free]
Orchard Market | Saturday | 11am-5pm
Art, coffee, and confectionaries are all on offer at this market at Junction Cidery. [Free]
Octet Victoria | Saturday | 2:30pm
Hear holiday hits from this vocal group at Wentworth Village. [$40]
An Upside Christmas | Saturday | 7pm
CHEK's Upside Guys, Michael Kaeshammer, The Victoria Rock Choir, and Stephen Fearing will perform at McPherson Playhouse. [$55]
Victoria Symphony Holiday Brunch | Saturday | 10am-1pm
Enjoy a meal and a show at this holiday special, back after last year’s successful show, at the Royal Theatre. [$125+]
Yo Ho Ho | Saturday | 9pm
Calling all elves and Santas—head to Capital Ballroom for a Christmas club night. [$35]
Winter Pride Masquerade Party | Saturday | 8pm
This 19+ event celebrates queer pride at the Bay Centre. [$30+]
Hillside Centre Christmas Market | Sat 10am-9pm | Sun 10am-5pm
Enjoy a weekend of festive shopping and holiday cheer at the mall. [Free]
Breakfast With Santa | Sunday | 10am-1:30pm
He’s making a list and coming to the Oak Bay Beach Hotel to check it twice. Buffet brunch includes house-made cookie decorating, a visit from Mr. Claus himself, as well as on-site photo printing by Four Frames Photo Booth. [$59-$99]
Winter Market | Sunday | 1-5pm
Luna Collective and KWENCH have teamed up to host this market, featuring 60 talented local vendors. [$3]
Sleigh the Day | Sunday | 1-5pm
Head to Ship Point for craft making, carolling, yummy food trucks, and free hot chocolate. [Free]
Christmas with the Victoria Scottish Gaelic Choir | Sunday | 2pm
Head to Trinity Presbyterian Church for an afternoon of traditional Gaelic songs and modern favourites, followed by tea and refreshments. [$15]
Photos with Santa | Sunday | 1-4pm
Skip the lines at the mall and grab photos with Santa at The Bard and Banker. [Costs may apply]
Photo: Royal McPherson
Buddy’s Holly Jolly Christmas | Monday | 7:30pm
Zachary Stevenson will host this holiday tribute to Buddy Holly, with the Lovettes from Chicago at the McPherson Playhouse. [$62]
Naden Band: Sounds of Season | Mon-Sun | 7:30pm
The Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy will perform Christmas music, raising money for the Salvation Army, at the Royal Theatre. [$15]
Stars on Ice Holiday Tour | Next Tuesday | 7pm
A special holiday edition of Stars on Ice, featuring some of the most accomplished figure skaters in the world is coming to the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre. [$25+]
Other things you should know
Postponed: The Dec. 6 Bedouin Soundclash concert at Capital Ballroom has been moved to March 23, 2025.
Ongoing events
Lights of Wonder | Nov 30-Dec 31 | Daily 4pm
Centennial Square transforms into a dazzling holiday wonderland filled with breathtaking lights and festive cheer, a 40-foot Christmas tree and a Ferris wheel. Enjoy live entertainment every Friday and Saturday until December 20. [Free]
Potters by the Sea | Nov 29-Dec 5 | Daily | 10am-4pm
Eleven artists from the South Vancouver Island Potters Guild are presenting local handmade pottery, unique, functional, and artistic creations to admire and for gift giving this holiday season at ArtSea Gallery. [Free]
16th Annual Gingerbread Showcase | Nov 22-Jan 5 | 9am-9pm
The iconic Victoria holiday tradition is back this year at the Hotel Grand Pacific, with creative and unique gingerbread houses by professionals and home bakers. [Free]
Yuletide Market | Weekends Nov 8-Dec 19 | 10am-4pm
Visit Bilston Creek Farm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays for a winter market with over 90 local businesses showcasing their products, food vendors, live music, and more. [$5]
Bastion Square Holiday Market | Various dates | 11am-5pm
Each day will feature hand crafted goods from local artisans and makers, live music, and more. Dates: Nov 30. Dec 1, 6, 7, 8, 13,14,15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24.
The Parkside Express - Festive Tracks of Giving | Daily Nov 23- Jan 5 | Any time
Step into a holiday wonderland at Parkside Hotel, decked in festive lights and decorations. [Free]
Festival of Trees at the Bay Centre | Daily | 10am-6pm
The festival is back this year in support of BC Children’s Hospital, showcasing beautifully decorated trees for all to enjoy over the holidays. [Free]
Oaklands Outdoor Art Tour | Daily | Any time
Experience the self-guided outdoor walking tour of art displays in the Oaklands, inspired by and reflecting the local culture, social events, and environment of the neighbourhood. [Free]
That’s it!
Thanks for checking in this week. Hope you found something good to add to your calendar. If not, reply back and let us know what you’re looking for. Consider us your concierge to good times.
See you next week? Same time, same place.
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