Don’t let the cold weather outside discourage you from exploring the city over the next few days.
From Christmas lights to holiday treats, here are 12 things to do in Victoria this weekend.
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Things To Do In Victoria This Weekend
Friday, December 7
Lights | Festival of Trees
The 27th Annual Festival of Trees is proudly hosted by the Bay Centre. See the Bay Centre transformed into a lush forest of hand-decorated trees. Share in the spirit by voting for your favourite, with all proceeds supporting the most urgent health care needs of kids in BC.
Tour | Ghostly Walks
Ghostly Walks guides you through the streets of Victoria and tells you stories of the past. Tickets start at $13.
Photos | Photos With Santa
Photos With Santa returns to The Hotel Grand Pacific. Photos are by donation.
Christmas | Gingerbread Showcase
The Showcase brings together professional and amateur bakers from Vancouver Island and highlights their creativity, while supporting the work of Habitat Victoria.
Carriage rides | Tally-Ho Sleigh Rides
Experience the romance and wonder of a traditional sleigh ride! Their one-of-a-kind, elegant single-horse-drawn sleigh provides guests with ultimate luxury.
Tickets start at $145.
Treats | S’mores on the Veranda
Enjoy a selection of hot beverages in Christmas spirit and well known Christmas bites while delighting in s’mores around the fire.
Saturday, December 8
Music | Tuba Christmas
There’s nothing quite like hearing a huge group of low brass musicians playing Christmas carols!
Tour | Wentworth Villa Tour
This is your last chance to go on this tour. Learn about the process and procedures that the restoration of the villa went through. Admission is by donation.
Tour | Historic House Tour
Drop by on any Saturday from noon to 2:00 p.m. and meet the amazing volunteers who maintain the house and garden. Join them for a guided tour Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. Stroll through the garden and browse the gift shop.
History | Chinatown Walking Tour
Walk in the footsteps of gold miners, merchants, labourers and revolutionaries this weekend during the Chinatown Walking Tour. Tickets start at $13.
Sunday, December 9
Basketball | The Harlem Globetrotters
On the heels of taking their unparalleled entertainment to capacity crowds overseas, the Harlem Globetrotters will return to BC with their one-of-a-kind show playing Victoria at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre on Sunday, December 9th at 3:00 p.m.
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.