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Sidney holiday event round-up

A look at special Greater Victoria events happening in December
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Winter Wonderland lane celebrates the Christmas holiday shopping season in Sidney B.C. (Samantha Duerksen/Black Press Media)

December 16

Photos with Santa

Garden Court

Hosted by Peninsula Celebrations Society, join Santa from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Sidney’s Winter Wonderland at Garden Court (2360 Beacon Avenue) for free photos, treats, and hot chocolate! Don’t forget to bring your own camera.

December 15-16

Lighted Ship Festival

Sidney Waterfront

The SNSYC Cruising Director in cooperation with Port Sidney and RCMSAR will lead a parade of lighted ships along the waterfront on Dec. 16 beginning at 5 p.m. Refreshments will be served on the dock!

December 22

Winter Wonderland Skates

Panorama Recreation Centre

The Panorama arena is transformed into a wonderland with lights trees, penguins, polar Bears and Santa! Drop in for Winter Wonderland daily public skates Dec. 22 to Jan. 1, 2024

December 23

Winter Wonderland Family Carnival

Panorama Recreation Centre

Enjoy hot chocolate, kids’ games, painting on the ice, and a special visit from Santa and Slider in this beautiful winter wonderland.

December 22, 23 & 26 at 2 p.m.

December 27, 28 & 29 at 7 p.m.

Snow White the Panto

Mary Winspear Centre

A fun musical comedy theatre production bringing to life the story of Snow White in a whole new way.

December 25

Community Christmas Dinner

Mary Winspear Centre

If you are alone on Christmas Day please join us for fellowship, celebration and great food!

December 31

New Year’s Evening with the Chris Millington Band

Mary Winspear Centre

Goodbye 2023! Hello 2024! Dance the night away with this 7-piece, high-energy funk band. Ticket includes party favours, buffet dinner, wacky photobooth, a glass of sparkling champagne for a toast, and a cash bar!

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A past Sidney Sparkles Parade. (Wolf Depner/News Staff)


Sam Duerksen

About the Author: Sam Duerksen

Since moving to Victoria from Winnipeg in 2020, I’ve worked in communications for non-profits and arts organizations.
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