Summer Discovery with our Explorer Packs
2025-08-13 09:30 - 11:00 (America/Vancouver) | Island View Beach, 3215 Island View Rd, Saanichton, BC, V8M 1W3, Canada
Join us to discover what’s inside our new Explorer Adventure Packs, featuring birds at the beach and seashore, along with all the cool things you can find.
When: July 23rd & August 13, 2025
Time: 9:30 am – 11 am
Where: Island View Beach

Email: ccrr@beacons.ca
Call: 250-216-3053

Walking Wednesdays
2025-08-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Esquimalt Neighbourhood House, 511 Constance Ave, Victoria, BC, V9A 6N5, Canada
Who:
Adults who like to walk, meet new people and chat.
What:
Whether you are new to the area or just looking to meet new people, this is a safe, friendly space to connect & enjoy a relaxing walk to Saxe Point and back, followed by coffee & snacks back at Foster’s Centre.
When:
Wednesdays 11am
Walk 11am-12pm Coffee 12-1pm
Come once or each week.
(Weather Dependent)
Where:
Meet at Esquimalt Neighbourhood House
511 Constance Ave
Drop In for this FREE program:
Questions? Call 250-385-2635 Ext 201

Stories in the Park
2025-08-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Saxe Point Park, Victoria, BC, V9A 6G5, Canada
Join Esquimalt’s Recreation staff for story time in the park. We will be reading stories from Canadian authors followed by a themed activity. These stories are intended for children ages 2-5, but all are welcome.

~Meet at the flagpole~

July3rd – A Garden Called Home by Jessica J Lee & Elaine Chen
July 10th – This is a Tiny Fragile Snake by Nicholas Ruddock
July 17th – The only Lonely Fairy by Lana Button
July 24th – Lobster’s Vacation by Michelle Robinson
July 31st – Class Trip by Robert Munsch
Aug 7th – Super Small by Tiffany Stone
Aug 14th – Brave like the Buffalo by Melissa Allen
Aug 21st – A Bumblebee Sweater by Betty Waterton
Aug 28th – Emma at the Fair by Magriet Ruurs

Take part in our summer stories passport. Each week you attend you will receive a sticker!

VDRC - Art Group
2025-08-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Victoria Disability Resource Centre, 817A Fort Str., Victoria, BC, V8W 1H8, Canada
Our Art Group for persons with disabilities is going twice monthly this summer! Create a unique masterpiece with paints, markers or whatever helps express yourself!
We will provide supplies, including colouring books, canvases, felts, paint
When: July 18th, August 1st, and August 15th
Time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Where: 817A Fort Street

Special Woodstock 26th Year
2025-08-17 10:00 - 18:00 | Providence Farm, 1843 Tzouhalem Rd, North Cowichan, BC, V9L 5L6
Welcome to ‘Special Woodstock’
A Music Festival Like No Other!

“Special Woodstock” is a music festival that happens once a year on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada on the beautiful 140-acre property of
Providence Farm in Duncan, BC, Canada.
The date for this year’s event will be held on
Sunday, August 17, 2025
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The price?
Free!
No tickets are required, no entry fee.
How do we do it?
With help from The Lions Clubs of Vancouver Island and the surrounding Islands generous community businesses and YOU!
All donations, big and small add up to an amazing, heartwarming, inspiring Music Festival called
Special Woodstock
Join our Facebook Group to watch us live from all over the world.
Special Woodstock 2025
https://www.facebook.com/groups/238046300752413/
“Special Woodstock” was created to feature the artistic talents of people with disabilities alongside professional musicians on a community/world stage…
Founded in September 1999 by Shelley Vaags, who saw a need for a platform to be created to feature this incredible, courageous, inspiring,
and unique community of individuals.

Watch her documentary here to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc94YY4QyTk

Make Pinback Buttons
2025-08-19 09:30 - 11:30 | Victoria Disability Resource Centre, 817A Fort Str., Victoria, BC, V8W 1H8, Canada
Join us on Tuesday August 19th from 9:30-11:30am, for a fun peer activity: making pinback buttons! This will be held at the Victoria Disability Resource Centre, located at 817A Fort Street.
We will have pre-printed designs and the materials to make your own design. If you are bringing your own materials or designs, please make sure the dimensions range between 1-3 inches.
Register for the group at the following link: https://forms.gle/rfaMTSmcMQm44LXK7
If you have any questions or require any accommodation, please email recreation@drcvictoria.com.
Image Description: A poster for the Making Pinback Buttons workshop, with examples of button designs people can make. All relevant info is in the above post.

Family Day Block Party
2025-09-03 11:00 - 15:00 | Heritage Acres, 7321 Lochside Dr, Saanichton, BC, V8M 1W4, Canada
You’re invited to family day hosted by the Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness Society. A dry (alcohol-free) event filled with laughter, connection, and fun for all ages! Free entry with can food donations!
When:
September 3, 2025
Time:
11 AM to 3 PM
Where:
7321 Lochside Dr. , Saanichton BC

Let's Celebrate Grandparents
2025-09-07 11:00 - 15:00 | Slocan Park, 2750 E 29th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Bring your blankets, folding chairs, and the whole family for a delightful day filled with fun, laughter, live music, games, delicious food, prizes and so much more!
Enjoy a delicious FREE meal from the Yo-Bones BBQ Food Truck (while supplies last). Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a musical performance from Burnaby’s favourite rock band, Rainshadow!

As well as…
Fun games and Activities
Live Music
Door Prizes
50/50 Prize Draw
Community Services Information Tables

September 7, 2025
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Slocan Park, 2750 E 29th Ave
Vancouver, BC

RSVP TODAY!

Drop-in Floor Hockey for Individuals with Diverse Abilities
2025-09-17 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-09-24 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-10-01 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-10-08 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-10-15 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-10-22 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-10-29 13:00 - 14:30 | SJ Willis High School, 923 Topaz Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8T 2M2, Canada

Book Launch - At Power To Be
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Prospect Lake, 4633 Prospect Lake Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada

Esquimalt Halloween Skate
2025-10-30 15:00 - 16:30 | Archie Browning Sports Centre, 1151 Esquimalt Rd., Victoria, BC, V9A 3N6, Canada
Event location: Archie Browning Sports Centre
Event address: 1151 Esquimalt Road
Join us for a spooky Everyone Welcome Skate.
Kids in FULL costume get in FREE!
More Info

Santa Claus Parade
2025-11-29 13:00 - 20:00 | Belleville & Government to Douglas and Chatham and Bastian Square
Join us for the 43rd Peninsula Co-op Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 29th, and experience the magic of the season in downtown Victoria!
Start your afternoon at the Bastion Square Christmas Festival presented by Peninsula Co-op between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM — sip on warm mulled cider, enjoy delicious holiday treats, and snap a festive photo with Santa (furry friends are welcome too!).
Then, grab your spot along the parade route for the Peninsula Co-op Santa Claus Parade presented by CHEK Media at 5:30 PM, as dazzling floats, marching bands, and holiday cheer light up the streets!
And the magic doesn’t end there — after the parade, head over to Centennial Square for the spectacular Lights of Wonder opening night, where thousands of twinkling lights bring the heart of the city to life.

Holiday Party!
2025-11-29 14:00 - 16:30 | Church of our Lord, 626 Blanshard Str., Victoria, BC, V8W 3G6, Canada
Join us for our annual Holiday Party hosted by the Greater Victoria Down Syndrome Society! Enjoy snacks, games and songs. After the party, gather with friends and family to watch the Santa Claus Parade in downtown Victoria. Mark your calendars for November 30th and don’t miss out on this heartwarming event!
