What's new in Victoria, BC
Rooted in history but ever evolving, no two visits to Greater Victoria are ever the same. Here’s a list what’s new in Victoria, BC, in 2026.
What’s new in November, 2026
Fall is in full swing and the holidays are just around the corner. November provides an opportunity to savour the bounty of the harvest season and shop from local makers and markets as we prepare for the holiday season. Here’s what’s new in November.
Arts & Culture Month
Arts & Culture Month returns for another month of larger than life performances, hands-on workshops, side-splitting comedy, and so much more. This month-long event, running November 1-30th, let's you connect with the region's vibrant arts scene and rich culture & history, meeting passionate local creators while exploring iconic attractions & hidden gems along away.
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Cozy Christmas Food Tour
Eat, drink, and be merry this holiday season during a Cozy Christmas Food Tour from Off the Eaten Track. During your 2.5 hour tour, you'll explore the charming shops and twinkling streets of Victoria, while indulging in some of the city's favourite holiday treats.
Learn moreWhat’s new in October, 2026
Fall is upon us, and Victoria wears it well. Explore the city as it’s heritage architecture and spectacular gardens are draped in the fiery hues of the autumn palate. Here’s what’s new in October.
Victoria named #1 Small City in the World by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
Victoria is honoured to be named the #1 Small City in the World by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards for the fourth year in a row! From world-class attractions to a rich Indigenous culture, and farm-to-table fare that can't be found anywhere else in Canada, come discover why travellers from around the globe are putting Victoria at the top of their travel lists.
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The Butchart Gardens Greenhouse Tours
The Butchart Gardens welcomes garden enthusiasts for a behind the scenes tour of their greenhouse. The tour is led by an expert gardener who will take you through the greenhouse, speak about propagation methods, vegetative plant production, indoor growing environment challenges, and producing the Gardens' diverse floral displays. Tours are available Saturdays and Sundays from October 31 to November 29 and tickets are just $15 per person.
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Bites + Frights
Two of the city's top walking tour guides are collaborating for a tour of a few of the city's favourite haunts. The Bites + Frights tour from Ghostly Walks and Off the Eaten Track will take a delicious detour through some of the city's most haunted and flavourful destinations. One guide will speak to the food and the great work our local chefs do, and the other will tell tales of the macabre from the historic buildings in which these eateries live.
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Curiosities of Craigdarroch
Step inside Craigdarroch Castle after hours for Curiosities of Craigdarroch, a 90-minute guided tour exploring the darker side of Victorian life. Through stories of the Dunsmuir family and Victorian-era customs surrounding death, grief, and the supernatural, you'll uncover a fascinating and often unsettling chapter of 19th-century history.
Learn moreWhat’s new in September, 2026
September is an exciting month in Greater Victoria as the city subtly extends our summer for a few more weeks. This September brought great new events, exhibitions, and performances to the city, and some of our region’s best were recognized for the great work that they do. Here’s what’s new in September.
Victoria Ranks No.1 for Sustainability Among Small City Tourism Destinations Worldwide
Victoria is leading the way in sustainable tourism, recently earning the No. 1 ranking among small city destinations worldwide in the Global Destination Sustainability Index. For travellers, that means visiting a destination where walkable neighbourhoods, extensive cycling routes, clean energy, protected natural spaces, and a strong commitment to community wellbeing are woven into the experience. Whether you're exploring the Inner Harbour, cycling the Galloping Goose Trail, or staying at environmentally certified accommodations, you'll discover a city that makes it easy to travel responsibly while enjoying everything that makes Victoria special.
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Indigenous Art Installations in Commercial Alley
The works of 18 artists from the Songhees Nation and Xʷsepsəm Nations are on display in downtown Victoria's Commercial Alley. The panels interpret a lək̓ʷəŋən flood story shared by Bradley Dick.
Canadian Choice Awards winners
The winners of the Canadian Choice Awards Victoria have been announced, shining a spotlight on some of the businesses that help make Greater Victoria such a vibrant place to visit and live. Congratulations to Aunty Collective, Beehive Wool Shop, Rogers' Chocolates, Saxe Point Public House, and The Oswego Hotel for earning recognition for their outstanding contributions to the community. Their success reflects the creativity, hospitality, and entrepreneurial spirit found throughout the region.
Whimsy Trail
Puzzle Lab’s Whimsy Trail turns exploring Victoria into a creative adventure. Start at the Victoria Visitor Centre, one of four unique stops where you’ll collect four colourful stamps. As each colour is added, your postcard transforms into one beautiful piece of artwork, creating a unique souvenir of your journey through the city.
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On the road: Journeys through Japanese Woodblock Prints
On the Road: Journeys through Japanese Woodblock Prints explores the landscapes, landmarks, and travel routes captured in Japanese woodblock prints. Drawn from the AGGV collection, the exhibition highlights how journeys along iconic paths like the Tōkaidō and views of Mount Fuji inspired artistic expression and reflected Edo-period fascination with travel, pilgrimage, and the changing seasons.
Haunted Manor Mini-Golf & Ping Pong Lounge Presents: Legends of Halloween II
Victoria’s premier Halloween event returns to Haunted Manor from September 21 to November 3. The Legends of Halloween have escaped Halloweenville and unleashed chaos at McKinnley Manor, where families can enjoy an immersive adventure filled with iconic characters, spooky surprises, and frightful fun. Arrive early for a drink in the themed Parlour Lounge or enhance your visit with an exclusive private lounge package.
Market Collective celebrates 6 years
Join Market Collective on October 3 from 4–7 p.m. at the Bay Centre as they celebrate six years and their beautiful new space with live DJ music, light bites, a complimentary signature mocktail, local makers, and more. As a thank you to our community, attendees can enter to win an artisan gift basket, and shoppers during the event will also have a chance to win a $300 Market Collective shopping spree. Come connect, shop local, meet the makers, and celebrate the community that has helped us grow.
An Evening with Chris Botti
Grammy Award-winning trumpeter and composer Chris Botti is one of the most successful instrumental artists of the 21st century, known for blending jazz with pop, classical, and cinematic influences. With more than four million albums sold, a Grammy-winning catalogue, and collaborations with icons including Sting, Barbra Streisand, and Andrea Bocelli, Botti has built a global following that transcends genres. Returning to Victoria for the first time since TD JazzFest 2023, his highly anticipated performance is a rare opportunity to experience a modern jazz master live.
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