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Feb 10
Held at the Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour, Casino Royal is a fundraiser for the arts and is presented by the Canadian College of Performing Arts. The event includes Bond girls, bad guys and Bond himself. Friendly gaming, champagne and entertainment is featured.



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Feb 17 to Mar 16
Second only to San Francisco in per capita restaurants, Victoria hosts an event to allow residents and visitors alike the opportunity to dine at some of the city's best at bargain rates. Tourism Victoria and the Victoria branch of the BC Restaurant and Foodservices Association (BCRFA) organizes the event. Watch for participating restaurants around town, each offering three-course menus for $20, $30 or $40 CDN per person. Participants have included Smoken Bones Cookshack, Sen Zushi, Fiamo Italian Kitchen, Chandler's Seafood, The Empress Room and Bon Rouge. There are around 60 restaurants in all to choose from.

Overnight stays are available at participating accommodations value-priced at $69, $79, $99 and $129.



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Feb 17
CRD Regional Parks' naturalists will guide curious guests on an informative walk through the the trails of Beaver Lake to promote awareness of these amazing animals. Activities will be held at the Beaver Lake nature centre between 11am and 2pm.
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Mar 01 to Mar 07
A lighthearted community challenge, this annual event promotes gardening culture and local pride in greater Victoria by encouraging municipalities to count blooms in their communities to determine who is most "bloomingest".



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Mar 01 to Mar 04
One of the most popular events for locals, this event is open to anyone who wants to make the most of Victoria's attractions. Coupon books offer free entry and discounted passes to many popular attractions and tours including Abkhazi Gardens, Miniature World, Pacific Undersea Gardens, Mineral World & Scratch Patch, Beacon Hill Children’s Farm, Imax, Willow Stream Spa, Prince of Whales tours and so much more. Many hotels and restaurants are also involved . Get tickets from various locations, including the Visitor Information Centre downtown.



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Mar 16 to Mar 18
Hosted by the Victoria Lapidary and Mineral Society, this annual show features displays of fossils, gems, beads and faceted jewels from British Columbia and all over the world. Retail vendors, hourly door prizes, children's activities and an a silent auction are added highlights.
  • Da Vinci Centre   Address: 195 Bay St. Victoria  BC  CAN  V9A 3K4



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Mar 22
Over 50 exhibitors, showcasing fine foods, wines and craft beers, are featured at this annual food tasting event, which features culinary demonstrations and some of the city's most innovative and popular restaurants.
  • Crystal Garden   Address: 720 Douglas Street Victoria  BC  CAN  V8W 3M7



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Mar 29
Restaurants around North America are participating in the Dining Out for Life event that raises money for AIDS organizations that help people living with the disease. Restaurants throughout the island will be donating 25% of their food bill and Stella Artois will be donating $1 for every beer sold. The extensive list of participating restaurants includes Fire & Water Chop House, Ferris' Oyster Bar, Canoe, Lure, Sticky Wicket and many more.



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Apr 06 to Apr 09
Open to all ages, this annual chess tournament is the largest in BC and features a six-round FIDE and CFC-rate Swiss main event. Numerous other side events and informal tournaments are available to participants during the four-day open.



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Buffet brunch, served during the peak blossoming of the surrounding gardens, is offered during this annual Easter event, which is open to everyone. Adult and child rates apply.
  • Abkhazi Garden   Address: 1964 Fairfield Road Victoria  BC  V8S 1H4



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Benefiting the Women in Need Self-Sufficiency Program, this fund raising evening will feature a buffet dinner, a silent auction and a main event fashion show featuring some of Victoria's well-known female public figures.



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Modeled on the London tradition of annual cosmopolitan-style group bicycle rides, this special event welcomes participants of all ages to cruise from the inner harbor to Oak Bay, dressed in classic tweed and other nostalgia-inspired costume. Riders will meet at the Fairmont Empress Hotel and will stop at select destinations for contests and tea breaks, winding down at the Pennyfarthing Pub in Oak Bay.



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Held on the grounds of the inspiring Hatley Park National Historic Site, this annual event features an array of family activities, including live entertainment, craft stations and exhibits of local art. Walking tours and complimentary garden access are added highlights.



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Presented by the JL Lyme Support Society, this benefit event works to spread awareness of Lyme disease through a line-up of musical performances by regional singers, songwriters and musicians.



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Benefiting the Victoria Women's Sexual Assault Centre, this annual fund raising event welcomes participants to walk a mile in heels, raising both funds and awareness of sexual violence in the community, including prevention, support and movement toward change.



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Benefiting the Power to Be Adventure Therapy Society, this half-day challenge offers opportunities to assist the community and build team connections through friendly competition. Challenging man-made outdoor courses, athletic competitions, orienteering and more comprise the days events.



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Benefiting arthritis research and programs for those living with the condition, this annual community walk departs from the Royal BC Museum and offers opportunities for individual and team fund-raising.
  • Royal BC Museum   Address: 675 Belleville St Victoria  BC  V8W 9W2



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Gardeners will appreciate the selections available at this annual plant sale, which offers a diverse choice of plants, with complimentary admission to the gardens.
  • Abkhazi Garden   Address: 1964 Fairfield Road Victoria  BC  V8S 1H4



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This self-guided event offers opportunities to explore the creative spaces of area artists and artisans, scattered around the Cedar Hill area.



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Hosted by the Victoria Cactus and Succulent Society, this annual show and sale showcases hundreds of plants, ideal for enhancing any outdoor or indoor space.



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Presented by AIDS Vancouver Island this public event offers information, support and resources on harm reduction, held in Spirit Square on the anniversary of the closing of the Victoria fixed site needle exchange in 2008.



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Benefiting the CNIB, this celebrity golf classic features a banquet awards dinner, live and silent auctions and a line-up of NHL alumni golfers and other special guests.



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Held by the Sooke Co-Op Preschool, this annual fundraiser event is sure to delight little ones with its full line-up of super machines available for exploring up close, including dump trucks, buses, police cruisers, fire trucks and other impressive vehicles. Face painting, inflatable play structures and other family-friendly fun are also offered.
  • Western Speedway   Address: 2207 Millstream Road N Victoria  BC  CAN  V9B 6H4



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Intimate tours of 12 distinct and compact gardens at various locations across the city are offered at this annual event, all proceeds benefiting Victoria Hospice.



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Enjoy a Summer Garden Party at the Oak Bay Kiwanis Pavilion (OBKP) in celebration of life and community. The event is by donation and features food, auctions, games and live entertainment. The OBKP is a care facility with 122 beds providing care for people with dementia and other health needs.



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Presented by the For the Love of Africa Society, this annual event offers visitors opportunities to tour some of Victoria's most impressive water gardens. Landscape designers and homeowners will be present to answer any questions and provide inspiration.



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Jul 26
As a special fundraiser, David Foster visits Victoria as part of his Miracle Concert series, now running for 25 years.



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Aug 01
Every August 1, the Victoria Symphony Orchestra performs a two-hour concert of classical music from a barge anchored in the Inner Harbour. A traditional performance of Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture features cannons being fired by the Royal Canadian Sea Cadets.



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Occurring throughout the summer from noon until 2pm, visitors can take part in a giant game of chess. Kept casual and fun, participants are also invited to learn as well. The event is free and all are welcome. It all takes place at CRD Square at the corner of Fisgard and Government Street.



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It is a fundraiser for The Greater Victoria Film Commission.

It is an opportunity for women to party with their PJ’s a la Hollywood Style.

Upon arriving to the Coast Harbourside Hotel and Marina, you and your girlfriend are greeted each with a swag bag worth over $100. (and it keeps getting bigger)

You get to your room read the welcome letter and go through your swag bag!

Just wait!!! That’s just the beginning....

Get your bathing suit on and go for a swim in the indoor/outdoor pool.

Have a soak in the hot tub, then up to your room, get your Pajamas on and enter your Hollywood Night!!

6:00 pm –You take the elevator to the Hollywood Room. At that point, you are greeted with 1 martini, 2 wine tickets and appetizers.

Enter...the red carpeted Hollywood Ballroom (Decorated by Huff & Puff).

The bar will serve you a Sassy Sofia (shaken, not stirred) or a Cosmopolitan if you prefer.

6:30 pm – Photo Op. Get ready for a million pictures. Creative Works Photography will be set up for a photo shoot with a great backdrop.

You will receive 3 5x7 professional shots and a CD of all the shots taken.

7:00 pm – Food station is ready! Marilyn crab cakes, Come up and see me quiche, Jerry Lewis platter, etc..

8:00 pm – Fashion show – Barbara Coultish Modeling Agency will provide fashions from Rockabilly’s and Victoria Bridal!

8:30 pm - Fire Fighter Calendar Men Auction – These calendar men can cook! They will come into your home, prepare a beautiful meal and tidy up.

9:00 pm – The Actor – will make an appearance, sign autographs and take pictures with you!

9:30 – 12:00 am Dance, party, eat, drink and take the elevator back home!

Taxes, Gratuities, Parking, Accommodations (based on double occupancy), wine, martini, food, $100 swag bag. All included $249.00

Only 76 Tickets being sold!


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The social event of the season, this black tie event is in support of the Victoria Youth Clinic. Masks are mandatory, the more exquisite the better with prizes for Best Male, Best Female and Best Couple Costumes. A silent auction, guest speaker, and live jazz by Brooke Maxwell's El Superbando are all part of the evening's festivities.



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This extraordinarily popular fundraising walk and run unites over 170,000 supporters across Canada for this one event in support of Breast Cancer research. This event starts at the University of Victoria Centennial Stadium.



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Benefiting abandoned animals in the greater Victoria community, this annual fund raiser is hosted by the Greater Victoria Animal Crusaders and held at the Westin Bear Mountain Resort. The event features a gala dinner and an impressive silent auction.



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Light The Night walk is a fundraising event in support of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada. The event features illuminated balloons to represent survivors (white), red (supporters) and gold (lost loved ones). The walk starts at the University of Victoria at Parking lot 10.



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Get in the spirit of Halloween by dressing up and joining the Vancouver Island Charity Riders at this annual fundraising dance to help local children's charities. A live band will be entertaining guests.



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Developed and narrated by local historian John Adams, hop on this ghost tour bus for a spooky ride. The tour lasts two hours and varies from year-to-year, departing from a secret location. This event occurs only near and on Halloween and buying tickets well in advance is recommended.



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This celebration of philanthropy and the common goal to make the community a better place for all takes place at the Crystal Ballroom at Victoria's Fairmont Empress Hotel. A reception, appetizers and an awards ceremony will be featured.



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Enjoy a hot soup and keep the bowl at this fun fundraiser held at the Fairmont Empress. Each bowl is handcrafted and the soup is gourmet--each served by a local celebrity. Funds go toward the Youth Empowerment Society.



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This fundraising event takes guests on a three km train ride complete with holiday treats and Christmas cheer. Santa and live entertainment will be at the museum nightly and group bookings are available. Trains run every 20 minutes from 4:30 to 8:30pm.



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Craigdarroch Castle comes alive for the holiday season, fully adorned in traditional decor and teeming with old-world charm. A series of family-friendly performances, period-attired interpreters and guided tours are highlights of the seasonal event.



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This delectable event raises money for Victoria's Habitat for Humanity by showcasing elaborate gingerbread houses made by both amateur and professional bakers. The houses are judged by professionals and there is also a People's Choice award.
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The 50 best-dressed teddy bears in Victoria will be on display at the elegant Hotel Grand Pacific in downtown Victoria as part of Bear Wear, the signature fundraising event of the Queen Alexandra Foundation for Children. The dressed-up bears will be displayed in the lobby of the Hotel Grand Pacific throughout the holiday season and are available for purchase by silent auction. Bears are dressed and donated by local businesses and include many valuable extras like restaurant and activity packages, celebrity memorabilia, toys, recreational equipment and original art.

Come down to the Hotel Grand Pacific, view the bears and bid on a favourite. Kids under age fourteen are invited to enter the free raffle for a chance to take a very unique teddy home for the holidays.




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Get in the spirit by visiting Old Town at the Royal BC Museum. Walk back into Victorian times on cobblestone streets, pine branch garlands, a 15-foot Christmas tree, red bows and other treats to get visitors in the mood for the season. Free with museum admission or membership.
  • Royal BC Museum   Address: 675 Belleville St Victoria  BC  V8W 9W2



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A fundraiser for PEERS Victoria, Victoria Idol features a series of auditions and concert dates leading up to the finals in January for Victoria's singing idol. Performances occur at the Bay Centre, V Lounge, Tom Lee Music Recital Room and the Isabelle Reader Theatre.



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A benefit fundraiser for the BC Children's Hospital Foundation, this gala event features live entertainment, dancing, as well as live and silent auctions.



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