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From jazz to Shakespeare, from pottery workshops to whale-watching cruises, from sand sculpture competitions to trumpeter swan festivals... Choose your adventure - and don't forget your camera! |
| August 5, 2012 | ||
| Sun Tue |
1/1- 12/31 |
Chemainus Festival of Murals Each year, hundreds of buses & thousands of visitors from all over the world travel to Vancouver Island British Columbia to take in this unique village with its rich historic past & its professional murals & numerous other attractions. It has since gained world-wide acclaim for the integrity & superb artistry of its huge depictions of the town's history with 41 outdoor murals plus carvings & statues. Our murals are a year-round event, so visit any time & enjoy! |
| Sun Tue |
1/1- 1/1 |
All Fun Swap and Shop All Fun Swap and Shop is held at Western Speedway, 2207 Millstream Road in Langford, every Sunday, weather permitting, from 7:00am to 2:00pm. Contact 250-474-4546. |
| Sun Tue |
1/1- 1/1 |
Victoria Flea Market The Victoria Flea Market is a year-round venue held every Sunday from 9am to 2pm, offering fun for the whole family. Up to 50 sellers indoors selling antiques and collectibles, quality designed arts & crafts, retro home furnishings, vintage clothes and textiles, ceramics, bakelite, art and junk from Victoria's glorious past, and recycled bargains. Leonardo DaVinci Hall, 195 Bay Street, corner Wilson Street. Plenty of free parking. Secure bike lock-up. www.victoriafleamarket.com |
| Wed Wed |
4/4- 9/19 |
Growing Food in the City Course - Victoria Taking you one step closer to food security. Gaia College, Royal Roads University and Haliburton Farm in Victoria have teamed up to bring you a comprehensive and empowering Growing Food course. Starts April 4, 2012 at Haliburton Farm, 742 Haliburton Road, Victoria. www.gaiacollege.ca/announcing-a-new-partnership.html |
| Thu Sun |
5/17- 9/16 |
Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries Royal BC Museum, Victoria: The blockbuster exhibition of the year! Imagine the thrill of discovering something new about a creature that lived millions of years ago. Since the first dinosaur fossil was identified almost 200 years ago, people have wondered how these fascinating animals lived, moved and behaved. Dinosaurs explores how paleontologists today use modern technologies, along with new discoveries and ideas, to investigate and reinterpret puzzling dinosaur mysteries, such as what they really looked like, how they moved and the hotly debated theories of why – or even whether – they became extinct. Our program schedule during Dinosaurs is jam-packed with events, presentations and hands-on activities. May 17 to September 16, 2012. Royalbcmuseum.bc.ca. |
| Tue Sat |
5/22- 8/25 |
CFB Esquimalt Navy Base - Free Tours The rich history of Canada's west Coast naval base can be explored by the public through a free guided tour of CFB Esquimalt. Tours begin at Museum Square at CFB Esquimalt, and last about 90 minutes. Enter by Naden Gate, then follow the blue lines on the road surface or the signs with the letter 'M' that mark the way. Two-hour walking tours are also offered on Saturday mornings at 11am, starting at the main gate of HMC Dockyard at the end of Esquimalt Road. Call (250) 363-2595.www.navy.gc.ca/marpac/3/3-w_eng.asp?category=19 |
| Fri Mon |
6/1- 9/3 |
Queen Elizabeth II by Cecil Beaton Royal BC Museum, Victoria: Celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee at the Royal BC Museum. This special five-section exhibition of nearly 100 portraits by royal photographer, Cecil Beaton (1904-80) depicts Elizabeth in her roles as princess, monarch and mother, and will include a number of rarely-seen photographs alongside extracts from Beaton’s personal diaries and letters. June 1 to September 3, 2012. Royalbcmuseum.bc.ca. |
| Wed Wed |
6/6- 9/12 |
Chemainus Wednesday Market ome to the Chemainus Wednesday Farmers Market. Each Wednesday from early June to early September the white market tents pop up in the parking lot of the Waterwheel Park in Chemainus. From 11 am to 4:30 pm this intimate little market provides a venue for the sale of local and regional farm produce, flowers, baking, sweets and crafts. What’s unique about the Chemainus Market is it supplements what is available in the local stores and invites you to explore the rest of this charming little town with its wonderful theater, cafes and many small shops. It is a great outing for the whole family. Park your car; it is all within walking distance, even to the beach! |
| Fri Sat |
6/15- 9/1 |
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor® Dreamcoat Follow Joseph's journey from slavery to freedom as one of Egypt's most powerful men. Full of fabulous music, show-stopping dancing and raucous fun, hits include "Close Every Door", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Poor, Poor Joseph. Location: Chemainus Theatre. |
| Sun Tue |
7/1- 8/28 |
Bamberton Mystery History Tours Step back in time to the early 1900s and relive life at Bamberton, one of the most important industrial sites in BC’s history. Bamberton celebrates its 100th birthday on Juy 8, 2012. Museum is open 11am to 5pm. www.bambertonhistoricalsociety.org. |
| Tue Mon |
7/3- 8/27 |
BC SPCA Summer Camps Register online for summer camp at the BC SPCA and you'll get to spend a whole week immersed in the world of animals. Over 15 locations in BC, including Lower Mainland, Victoria, East Kootenays, Cowichan, Comox, Kamloops, Kelowna, Nelson, and Penticton. www.spca.bc.ca/camp |
| Wed Fri |
7/4- 8/31 |
Summer at Dales Gallery Dales Gallery at 537 Fisgard Street in Victoria's historic Chinatown features work by over 45 local artisans for July and August. Sponsored by Island Artisans Association Celebrates Ten Years at Dales Gallery. summeratdalesgallery.blogspot.ca |
| Thu Sat |
7/5- 8/25 |
T'sasala Native Dance Performance Traditional native dance performance in the Big House. This event is the only opportunity you will have to see the inside of the Big House, as it is typically closed to the public for viewing. Alert Bay Big House, Alert Bay. 250-974-5475. |
| Sun Sun |
7/8- 9/30 |
Keystone Art & Craft Market The Keystone Market is an art and craft market located in the beautiful Simms Millennium Park, Courtenay, BC. The market runs every Sunday from 10am to 2pm from early July until the end of September. Come and see the amazing artistic talent that the Comox Valley has to offer. 250-703-3296. |
| Fri Sat |
7/20- 8/25 |
Animal Tales Participation Kidzplay! Join a confused and caring Naturalist, a fun-loving Sparrow, and their many animal friends in a lively romp through folk tales from around the world. It's a summertime highlight full of magic and delight for all ages! Chemainus Theatre. www.chemainustheatrefestival.ca |
| Sat Mon |
7/28- 8/6 |
Sooke Fine Arts Show The Sooke Fine Arts Show provides the opportunity for both well-known and emerging artists from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands to showcase their work. Along with the 7,500 annual visitors who attend the art show, the show draws hundreds of art patrons from BC and throughout western Canada and the US. Sooke is steeped in artistic talent and natural beauty, making it the perfect host for the premier juried art show on Vancouver Island. SEAPARC Leisure Complex, 2168 Phillips Road, Sooke. Tel: (250) 646-2491 or (250) 642-7256. www.sookefinearts.com. |
| Tue Sat |
7/31- 9/1 |
Jennifer McIntyre and Wendy Opelt A dedicated arts educator, Jennifer McIntyre comes from a long lineage of artists. Her colourful acrylic paintings express a joyful exuberance, each original work explores composition, pattern and light in new ways. Wendy Opelt, an acomplished artist also presents work drawing on Oriental themes. Join us for the Artist Reception, Wed August 15, 6-8pm at 2170 Oak Bay Avenue. www.eclecticgallery.ca |
| Thu Sun |
8/2- 8/5 |
Coombs Bluegrass Festival The 34th Annual Coombs Bluegrass Festival will be held at the Coombs Rodeo Grounds, 2601 Alberni Highway (#4) in Coombs from August 2 - 5, 2012. Bluegrass fans will be pickin' n' grinnin' all weekend long. Great jam sessions and fun for the family. Free camping included with your weekend pass. One of 5 music festivals in 5 weeks on Vancouver Island (2 folk, 3 bluegrass). www.coombsbluegrass.com |
| Thu Sun |
8/2- 8/5 |
Sunfest Festival When you're talking Sunfest, you're talking country music. And when you're talking this year's edition of the annual Duncan-based event, you're talking country music of the good-time variety. It is the only true country festival that happens on Vancouver Island. For more info: sunfestconcerts.com |
| Thu Sat |
8/2- 8/11 |
Hornby Festival Long considered one of the best-kept secrets in the summer festival season, the Hornby Festival has since its inception in 1982, been a continuing source of electric programming. The festival provides a unique opportunity to see some world-class talents in a once-in-a-lifetime setting. For more info: hornbyfestival.bc.ca |
| Fri Mon |
8/3- 8/6 |
30th annual Filberg Festival Each year the Filberg Festival features more than 120 of the best artisans from across Canada. Booths nestled amongst the towering trees of the Filberg Park are full of hidden treasures and one-of-a-kind items, making the Festival a shopper's dream! For more info: www.filbergfestival.com |
| Sat Sat |
8/4- 8/25 |
Free-B Film Festival Free-B Film Festival has lined up a stellar collection of family-friendly films, so get ready to curl up under the stars and enjoy free films on our 20-foot-wide inflatable screen on every Saturday in August. Join us at The Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park, where the whole family will enjoy these treasures from movie making history. The films begin at 9pm and bring your own flashlights, blankets and snacks. The full line-up can be found at www.freebfilmfest.com |
| Sun | 8/5 | Park to Park Tour (Guided Adult Hike) Park to Park Tour (Guided Adult Hike) – 18 years+ Matheson Lake Regional Park: 10am-2pm. With a CRD Regional Parks’ naturalist, do three parks in one hike. We begin at Matheson Lake, make our way along Matheson Creek to Roche Cove and then back along the Galloping Goose. Bring a lunch, water and wear sturdy hiking shoes. Meet in the parking lot at the end of Matheson Lake Road. www.crd.bc.ca/parks |
| Sun | 8/5 | Alert Bay 360 Eco Paddle The Alert Bay 360 Eco Paddle is an annual kayak race around Cormorant Island. Sunday August 5, 2012, 11am to 1pm. 250-974-8255. |
| Sun | 8/5 | Symphony Splash From a floating stage, Victoria Symphony Orchestra performs at the Inner Harbour to an audience of more than 40,000+ people. |