Once you’ve attended one of the multiple memorial services happening in Greater Victoria, check out these family-friendly Remembrance Day sights and shows today:
An Afternoon of Remembrance at Fort Rodd Hill
Listen to local stories from World War I and World War II and visit the Maritime Museum of B.C. at the historic military sites of Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse.
There will be re-enactors from the Victoria-Esquimalt Military Re-enactors Association and hot chocolate by the campfire. Admission is free.
- When: 12 p.m. — 4 p.m.
- Where: Fort Rodd Hill, 603 Fort Rodd Hill Road
In Remembrance
The CapriCCio Vocal Ensemble will perform their annual Remembrance Day concert including O Canada, Reveille, and Josef Rheinberger’s Requiem. Tickets are $25.00, but admission is free for veterans and children 12 and under.
- When: 2 p.m. — 4 p.m.
- Where: Christ Church Cathedral, 930 Burdett Avenue
Remembrance Day Dance
Join the Commodores Big Band and vocalist Kim Greenwood for an afternoon of music and dance along with a free lunch.
If you plan to attend the service at Langford Cenotaph in Veterans Memorial Park, then this is the perfect close to your Remembrance Day.
- When: 1:30 p.m. — 4 p.m.
- Where: Langford Legion, 761 Station Avenue
Remembrance Illuminated
Come see a 20-minute show featuring photos of Canadians projected onto Christ Church Cathedral. The show is viewable from the Cathedral Commons, and there is also a Remembrance display inside the cathedral. Refreshments are available.
- When: 7 p.m. — 9 p.m.
- Where: Christ Church Cathedral, 930 Burdett Avenue
Are there any events that we missed? Let us know how you’ll be spending your Remembrance Day.
