SATURDAY MARCH 11
Dragon’s Den Auditions
- What: Get your business pitches ready! Entrepreneurs will have five minutes or less to pitch their ideas for a chance to be on the 12th season of CBC’s Dragons’ Den. All ages welcomed, with businesses at any stage of development. Good luck!
- When: 11:00am – 6:00pm
- Where: Victoria Marriot Inner Harbour Hotel
Lift Off! A Craft Beer Launch Event
- What: Ticket will get you access to 12 brand new unreleased beers from BC’s finest craft breweries, 4 x 4oz serving of beer, 1 VBW branded sampler glass. Food is available for purchase on site.
- When: 1:00pm – 6:00pm
- Where: Market Square
- Fee: $26.25, available online
Victoria Flower Count
- What: Each municipality is encouraged to take on the challenge to be the “Bloomingest Community” of Greater Victoria. Every flower counts, so make sure to report it online.
- When: Until March 12
- Where: Your municipality
Dance Extravaganza
- What: Dance performance showcasing local talent.
- When: 1:00pm – 7:00pm
- Where: Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue
- Admission: $17
IdeaFest
- What: Join UVic thinkers, innovators, and artists for world-changing ideas. See schedule for a list of presentations taking place at UVic and James Bay New Horizon.
- When: begins at 10:00 am
- Where: University of Victoria
- Admission: Free
Sock Drive and Toss
- What: Collect and donate new pairs of socks for those in need at Our Place Society. Raising awareness about homelessness in Victoria and building compassion for those experiencing it.
- Where: Fairfield United, 1303 Fairfield Road
Sidney RV Show
- What: Vancouver Islands largest RV Show and Sale. Hundreds of RV’s on display, parts and accessory sales, face painting and fun for the kids, treats and more.
- When: 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Where: Triangle RV, 10299 McDonald Park Road, Peden RV 10049 Galaran Road
Victoria Stamp and Postcard Show
- What: Displays and dealers, buy and sell. Free stamps for the kids, door prizes.
- When: 9:30am – 3:00pm
- Where: Comfort Inn, Topaz Room
- Admission: By donation
Skating in Colour: An Ice Skating Theatre
- What: Presented by the Juan de Fuca Skating Club. The arena will be transformed into an 180-degree stage design from ice level to ceiling. 160 performers from around the world. Doors open 45 minutes before the show.
- When: Performance at 2:00pm and 7:00pm
- Where: Juan de Fuca Arena, 1767 Old Island Highway
- Admission: $10/adults, $8/seniors and children, $12/reserved
The Little Prince
- What: Presented by Kaleidoscope Theatre, The Little Prince is one of the most cherished books of all times. Watch this performance come to life in a theatrical celebration of imagination and the artist within us.
- When: 2:00pm
- Where: McPherson Playhouse, #3 Centennial Square
- Admission: $20/adults, $10/students and children, available online or at the box office.
