Events
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Jun 8
The Village Block Party
Mark your calendars! 🗓 The Village Block Party 2025 is on June 8th, 2025! 🎉 #yyjmusic #yyjevents #dograces #marketcollective More information to come, stay tuned!
Past events
Apr 27
Spring-O-Ween 2025
(FYI: I will be vending at this event on Saturday, April 27th only). We’re back with Victoria’s favourite spooky springtime haunt! Join us for 2 days of a halfway to Halloween market featuring handmade makers, tarot readings and otherworldly delights. Be sure to enter the raffle in support of Habitat Acquisition Trust’s Bat Program 🦇 for a chance to win fabulous handmade goods! Saturday and Sunday 11 to 4 in haunted Market Square.
Apr 5
HVCM Spring Market
The Spring Market is hosted by the Handmade Village Craft Market and is a curated market featuring over 50+ local vendors and held in the gym at North Douglas Church, with FREE ADMISSION! Saturday April 5th from 10-4pm Makers will have items that include: Spring / Easter crafts, art, baked goods, jewelry, candles, bath and skincare, up-cycled items, wood art, kids + baby apparel, clothing design, homewares, ceramics, knit and crocheted goods. Food truck, free parking and wheelchair accessible.
Dec 14 - Dec 15
The Very Merry Makers Market
Metchosin Arts is excited to announce their annual "Very Merry Makers Market" will take place on Saturday Dec 14th & Sunday Dec 15th, at the Metchosin School site (across from the MyChosen Cafe). Enjoy this family friendly community event with over 70 Vendors, hot drinks & food, a puppy visit from the Victoria Humane Society, door prizes and perhaps a visit from the big guy himself! This event is organized by MACCA volunteers with all donations going directly back to supporting arts & culture.
Dec 8
Luna & Kwench Winter Market
Luna Collective and KWENCH are partnering to bring you a 1 day market located at KWENCH HQ, Victoria’s leading Co-Working, Event and Culture Club! Browse 60 of the cities most creative makers from up and commers to well-knowns. Get all your holiday shopping done AND support local creators! The bar will be open upstairs during the market and downstairs you can enjoy @neighbourlycafe from 12am - 5pm. This event is family friendly, inclusive and accessible.
Dec 7
Bridge St. Corner Holiday Pop Up
Join us for our 2nd Annual Bridge Street Corner Holiday Pop Up! We will have several visiting makers boasting a delightful range of winter-y goods including: baked goods, knitwear, adult and kids clothing, jewelry, paintings, glass decor and more!
Nov 30 - Dec 1
WinterFest 2024
Celebrating arts, culture and community, WinterFest, presented by Island Savings, brings together the best parts of the holiday season. Food, warm drinks and multicultural performances pair with local vendors for a one-of-a-kind experience. Music, dance, food and a market featuring the work of local artisans and sellers are set to make this a true celebration of the holiday season. Free to attend. Visit rbcm.ca/winterfest to learn more.
Nov 24
Esquimalt Farmers Market
The EFM Holiday Market is where food lovers do their Christmas shopping, showcasing over 90 beloved EFM vendors. From gourmet treats and artisanal condiments to culinary-inspired gifts like handcrafted pottery, linens & kitchenware, you’ll discover a treasure trove of foodie finds. And that’s not all! What would a holiday market be without a unique selection of artisan crafts? You will also find handmade jewelry, children’s clothing, ornaments, greeting cards, artwork, youth vendors and so much
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The Owl Designer Fair
Victoria’s finest holiday fair! All items are handmade or upcycled by local artists and designers. Live music, food truck eats, and free craft workshops along with unique gifts make this show a must for anyone looking for some style in their Christmas shopping. You will find handmade soaps, art & cards, local fashion designers, wood toys, fine woodworking, upcycled vintage creations, leather goods, handmade jewelry, home decor and much much more! Stroller and wheelchair accessible.
Nov 17
Cream Winter Market
Wildflower Dyes will be here on Sunday only! Let us help you get your holiday shopping done while supporting local small businesses! We invite you to join us for a weekend of local makers & fun! When: Saturday Nov. 16th & Sunday Nov. 17th 11am - 4 pm Where: The Fernwood Hub @fernwoodhub 1310 Gladstone Ave. Victoria, BC Why: So you can shop mindfully, sustainably & support local!
Nov 2
Rock Bay Arts & Industry Open House
Our Studio is participating in this event again this year! 2524 Bridge st. Come see our spaces and view works by Sarah Mulligan Glass, Leka Design and Wildflower Dyes. More than 25 studios will be open, just down the street at 2614 bridge st. Come view their creative spaces and shop. Huge variety of high quality handmade items including candles, art, pottery, woodworking and much more! Wander the studios, have lunch, coffee or ice cream.
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Halloween Market
Celebrate the best of the spooky season in Victoria! You'll find sweet treats and dark delights handcrafted by local artisans, a sip n' shop by Howl Brewing, and haunting tunes from our wicked DJs. This year we are excited to feature two days of market fun to get your spook on, a vendor list featuring local favourites and new faces, as well as a lightning lineup for advance ticket holders. Saturday, October 26 Early Bat shopping hour at 10 am (ticketed) and general admission from 11 to 5. Sunday
Aug 29 - Aug 29
Esquimalt Farmers Market
Esquimalt Farmers Market is celebrating it's 10th Season of Thursday night markets! Join us every Thursday evening, from April 4-September 26, for this fun-filled all-ages community event. Featuring a huge selection of farm-fresh produce, meat, eggs, baked goods and sweet treats, prepared foods, drinks, clothing, jewelry, crafts and more! We have a rotating selection of weekly food trucks and twice nightly musical performances.
Aug 15
Esquimalt Farmers Market
Esquimalt Farmers Market is celebrating it's 10th Season of Thursday night markets! Join us every Thursday evening, from April 4-September 26, for this fun-filled all-ages community event. Featuring a huge selection of farm-fresh produce, meat, eggs, baked goods and sweet treats, prepared foods, drinks, clothing, jewelry, crafts and more! We have a rotating selection of weekly food trucks and twice nightly musical performances.
Aug 8 - Aug 8
Esquimalt Farmers Market
Esquimalt Farmers Market is celebrating it's 10th Season of Thursday night markets! Join us every Thursday evening, from April 4-September 26, for this fun-filled all-ages community event. Featuring a huge selection of farm-fresh produce, meat, eggs, baked goods and sweet treats, prepared foods, drinks, clothing, jewelry, crafts and more! We have a rotating selection of weekly food trucks and twice nightly musical performances.
Jul 27 - Jul 28
ArtisTREE Festival
Join team Market Collective on the gorgeous grounds of Government House for a gathering of community to experience creativity and immerse yourself in the artistic community that weaves the fabric of our culture! Music, food, vendors, displays and more! 2 days- so much passion!
Jul 20 - Jul 20
FLORA Makers Market
At the Artisan Garden. 17 amazing makers/ artists
Jul 18
Esquimalt Farmers Market
Esquimalt Farmers Market is celebrating it's 10th Season of Thursday night markets! Join us every Thursday evening, from April 4-September 26, for this fun-filled all-ages community event. Featuring a huge selection of farm-fresh produce, meat, eggs, baked goods and sweet treats, prepared foods, drinks, clothing, jewelry, crafts and more! We have a rotating selection of weekly food trucks and twice nightly musical performances.
Jul 11
Esquimalt Farmers Market
Esquimalt Farmers Market is celebrating it's 10th Season of Thursday night markets! Join us every Thursday evening, from April 4-September 26, for this fun-filled all-ages community event. Featuring a huge selection of farm-fresh produce, meat, eggs, baked goods and sweet treats, prepared foods, drinks, clothing, jewelry, crafts and more! We have a rotating selection of weekly food trucks and twice nightly musical performances.
Jul 7
Victoria Pride Festival in the Park 2024
Find my booth here! After the Victoria Pride Parade, join thousands in MacDonald Park for a multifaceted queer-themed festival. Programming includes an early afternoon family-friendly festive atmosphere with music, fun activities, drag story time, and surprises. Later transitions into an experiential afternoon of music, dance, live bands and some of the best drag talent in Canada. *This is an all ages event with something for everyone!*
Jul 1
2024 Gorge Canada Day Picnic
This Canada Day, along the Gorge Waterway, we're doing it again for the 24th time! 24 Food Vendors, 65 Market Vendors, 30 Gorge on Art artists, a Parade, 3 live entertainment venues, Car Show, Pancake Breakfast, plus so much more!