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Festival 150

Aug 01 to Aug 04
Festival 150 celebrates BC’s 150th birthday in the Capital!

Festival 150 will offer four days of free family-oriented activities, taking place all around Victoria’s beautiful Inner Harbour from Friday, Aug. 1 through BC Day Monday, Aug. 4. It will showcase our rich history, vibrant culture, entrepreneurism and innovation.

Victoria's Inner Harbour Address: . Victoria BC

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1 250 953-8808

Victoria Dragon Boat Festival

Aug 15 to Aug 17
Stemming from ancient Chinese cultural and spiritual roots, the traditional dragon boat races that comprise the annual Dragon Boat Festival are bright and festive. The contests involve 24 paddlers racing in a 650 metre sprint, dressed in colourful costumes.

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1 250 704-2500

Victoria Fringe Theatre Festival

Aug 21 to Aug 31
The curtain rises on this alternative theatre festival every August, when for several days, comedians, actors and dancers from around the world flock to Victoria to show their stuff on temporary downtown stages.

Address: Various Venues Victoria BC

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1 250 383-2663

The Great Canadian Beer Festival

Sep 05 to Sep 06
The Great Canadian Beer Festival features a massive selection of beers from over 40 breweries from Canada and the Pacific-western United States. In addition to the beer, there is tons of entertainment and food for guests to enjoy.

Address: 1014 Caledonia Avenue Victoria BC

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Luminara Victoria

Jul 26
People of all ages, cultures and lifestyles gather together to enjoy the Luminara Victoria festival of lanterns. Thousands of colourful handmade lanterns are paraded through parkland to the sounds of acoustic music. Performance artists and dancers are also on hand to add to the spectacle.

St. Ann's Academy Address: 835 Humboldt Street Victoria BC V8W 1N8
Beacon Hill Park Address: . Victoria BC

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1 250 388-4728

VEMF - Victoria Electronic Music Festival

Aug 02 to Aug 03
The Victoria Electronic Music Festival brings together world-class electronic music artists to spin some mind blowing beats in Centennial Square. The Music Production seminar series makes electronic music accessible to the public with demos of drum programming, loop manipulation, bassline essentials and more. This expanded event is still free to the public. Enjoy beer gardens, food vendors, merchants and an after party.

Address: Centennial Square Victoria BC

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Blethering Place Collector Car Festival

Aug 10
Between 250 and 300 rare and vintage cars will be on display throughout Oak Bay Ave. An outdoor barbecue and street entertainment will take place throughout the day.

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1 250 598-1413

Annual Victoria Classic Boat Festival

Aug 29 to Aug 31
About 100 heritage sailing and power boats converge in Victoria's Inner Harbour over the Labour Day weekend. Sailpasts and races provide a colourful spectacle for onlookers.

Victoria's Inner Harbour Address: . Victoria BC

Capital Arts Festival

It's Yours to Discover!

Oct 01 to Nov 30
Capital Arts Festival 2008
October 1 to November 30

A business organized, regional event, showcasing heritage, arts and cultural events by practicing professional artists who live and work in southern Vancouver Island.

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1 250 383-7914

Victoria International Improv Festival

Oct 02 to Oct 04
Presented by Victoria's Impromaniacs Theatre Company, the International Improv Festival aims to showcase the talent of local, national and international improvisational theatre companies and performers. The event gives members of the public to see professional improv performers as well as try out their own skills during a free three hour workshop.

Metro Studio Theatre Address: 1411 Quadra Street at Johnson Victoria BC Canada V8W 2L2

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		Annual Festival of Trees TBA Every year the Empress hotel pays host to more than 100 Christmas trees decorated by various companies and associations from around the city. These organizations, by having a tree in the festival, sponsor and help raise funds for the BC Children's Hospital. Visitors can stroll through the trees from mid-November through January. The Fairmont Empress Address: 721 Government victoria BC Canada V8W 3M7 1 250 380-1527


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		Christmas at the Butchart Gardens TBA With strolling carolers, a brass band, and more than 30,000 lights, this annual holiday festival is Victoria's largest public Christmas celebration. There is also an open skating rink and a 12 days of Christmas display. With kids entertainment, this event offers something for the whole family. Butchart Gardens and Victoria City Sightseeing Tours Address: . Victoria BC V8X 1W5


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		Chocolate Fest TBA This annual event is a delicious day of everything chocolate. With demonstrations, workshops, exhibits, door prizes, samples, and more, Chocolate Fest is a fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria. Enjoy a night of entertainment while helping to support one of Victoria's most important organizations. Victoria Convention Center Address: 720 Douglas Street Victoria BC Canada V8W 3M7 Send an Email 1 250 475-1117


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Annual Oak Bay Tea Party

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The festival brings fun for the community and raises funds for the needy. Each year there is a bathtub race, an air show, a raffle, a parade, and more. People from all over the island come down to Victoria for this weekend each year to enjoy the festivities and warm weather beside the sea.

Address: Oak Bay Victoria BC

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JazzFest International

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This annual festival features over 275 Canadian and international musicians of various styles of jazz, blues and world music. The 10 day festival occurs at over 12 different indoor and outdoor events in downtown Victoria.

Address: Various Locations Victoria BC

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1 250 388-4423




		Annual Canada Day Celebration at the Inner Harbour Jul 01 Celebrate Canada's birthday in the provincial capital at the parliament buildings downtown! Join hundreds of Victorians at the Inner Harbour on the night of July 1 for a fantastic firework display and refreshments from stands situated throughout the harbour. Victoria's Inner Harbour Address: . Victoria BC


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		Annual Strawberry Festival TBA Taking place at Elk/Beaver Lake Park, families can enjoy a pancake breakfast and day-long live entertainment. Kids can get their faces painted and have pony rides. At 3:00pm enjoy a complimentary dessert of strawberries and ice cream. The whole day is free of charge! Elk / Beaver Lake Regional Park Address: . Victoria BC Canada 1 250 475-1775


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Organic Island Festival

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The Organic Islands Festival is an annual expo of sustainability that brings the island's green community together for a weekend of good food and food for thought. The festival features over 100 exhibits, interactive displays, presentations, demos, children's activities and entertainment.

Glendale Gardens & Woodland Address: 505 Quayle Rd. Victoria BC CAN V9E 2J7

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Victoria Ska Festival

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From Roots to Reggae this annual music festival takes place at various music venues throughout downtown Victoria.

Address: Downtown Victoria BC

TD Canada Trust Moss Street Paint-In

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Every year The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria hosts this impressive event. The gallery invites both renowned and emerging local artists to display their work along Moss Street for more than 30,000 people to enjoy. Those who attend also have the chance to meet and speak with the artists.

Address: Moss St Victoria BC

1 250 384-4101









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