With less than a month to go until Christmas, people across the island are enjoying a plethora of holiday events.
From carriage rides to holiday light displays, here are 13 awesome events taking place in Victoria this weekend.
Events In Victoria This Weekend
Friday, December 8
Light festival | Magic of Christmas
The Magic of Christmas festival is now open at The Butchart Gardens. Visitors will enjoy Christmas lights, holiday wreaths, ice skating, and much more. Tickets start at $3 for children and go up to $27 for adults.
Tea | Festive Afternoon Tea
Enjoy festive afternoon tea at Fairmont Empress until Tuesday, January 2nd, 2018. You’ll get to taste seasonal offerings and classic desserts. Tickets start at $37.
Drinks | Merridale Christmas at the Farm
Walk through a magical winter wonderland at Merridale Cidery and Distillery this Friday and Saturday. Enjoy, light appetizers, drinks, and an original musical theatre production. Tickets are $49.
Gingerbread | 9th annual Gingerbread Showcase
The 9th annual Gingerbread Showcase is back until Tuesday, January 2nd, 2018. These creative creations aren’t just mere gingerbread houses. More than just that, these are detailed sculptures and unique works of art crafted by 30 professional and amateur chefs.
Christmas | Festival of Trees
The 26th annual Festival of Trees event takes place at The Bay Centre from Wednesday, November 15th – Tuesday, January 2nd, 2018. All funds raised support the Excellence in Child Health Fund.
Saturday, December 9
Santa | Breakfast With Santa
Join Santa for a breakfast buffet this weekend on Saturday, December 9th and Sunday, December 10th, 2017. It takes place at Oak Bay Beach Hotel from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Tour | Wentworth Villa Tour
Learn about the process and procedures that were behind the villa’s restoration. Tours will be held on every Saturday of each month until Saturday, December 9th, 2017. Admission is by donation.
Trolley | Horse-Drawn Trolley Rides
Happening every weekend, horse-drawn trolleys will make it’s way through downtown and letting you see all of the sights and sounds of the holidays. The trolleys are free, compliments of the DVBA.
Carriage | Horse & Carriage Rides
Victoria Carriage Tours will be offering rides through downtown Sidney on Saturdays and Sundays from December 3rd – December 23rd. Each carriage ride is $30 and can fit up to six people.
Food | S’mores on the Veranda
Enjoy hot beverages, seasonal bites, and s’mores around a fire at The Veranda at Fairmont Empress this holiday season.
Treats | Empress Christmas Cart
From Saturday, November 25th – Monday, December 25th, 2017, head over to the Empress lobby to purchase your festive treats.
Sunday, December 10
Music | Live Music Night At The O Cafe and Bistro
Join the O Cafe and Bistro every Wednesday and Sunday night for live music. Admission is free.
Tour | Chocolate & Churches Walking Food Tour
Go on a 3-hour guided walking tour that combines history & architecture. You’ll see three places of worship and a food tour where you will sip and sample chocolate from local businesses. It takes place from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and tickets are $45.59.
Featured photo: Victoria Carriage Rides / Facebook