Parks, Recreation & Culture Events

Victoria Summer Open June 19 to 24 Registration Registration via Tennis BC: https://www.tennisbc.org/tournaments/

Date: Friday, June 26 Time: 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Location: Oak Bay Recreation Centre Pool (1975 Bee St.) All Ages Welcome Join us for the 2026 Pride Swim! Dive into the pool, relax in the hot tub, and enjoy waterslides and more. Bring your friends and family, everyone is welcome at this all-ages event! This swim […]

Monterey Open Mic - June 2026 Sunday, June 28, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Monterey Recreation Centre - Lobby Join Open Mic on the last Sunday of the month and enjoy the sounds of local musical talents. Musicians are asked to arrive early and check-in with the session leader at 1:00pm. Music begins at 2:00pm. Enjoy […]

The Oak Bay Arts Alive Painted Pianos arrive today for the summer! Oak Bay Painted Pianos return this summer, bringing music and art to some of Oak Bay’s most scenic locations. Beautifully painted by local artists, the pianos can be found at Loon Bay, Estevan Village, Willows Beach, Cattle Point, and the Oak Bay Marina/Turkey […]

Oak Bay Summer Concerts in the Park 2026 Experience unforgettable summer nights at Willows Beach, where live music, ocean views, and community spirit come together. Main Act Daniel Cook & The Radiators This seasoned band blends finger-style folk, bass-driven funk, tender ballads, reggae and rock, all rooted in country vibes. https://danielcook.ca/theradiators Opening Act Kele Fleming […]

Pop-up Outdoor Piano Concert: Brooke Maxwell Location: Estevan Village Date: Saturday, July 11 Time: 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Join Oak Bay Parks, Recreation and Culture for a free outdoor piano concert featuring acclaimed local musician Brooke Maxwell as we celebrate the unveiling of Oak Bay's newest public piano, beautifully created by local artist Kelsey Moore. Bring a lawn chair, settle into the […]

Junior Summer Indoor 3‑Star July 25 to 26 Registration Registration via Tennis BC: https://www.tennisbc.org/tournaments/

The Fall 2026 Active Living Guide will be available for viewing online and in-person at our three recreation centres on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. Program Registration will open Wednesday, August 12 at 6:30 a.m.

Oak Bay Summer Concerts in the Park 2026 Experience unforgettable summer nights at Willows Beach, where live music, ocean views, and community spirit come together. Main Act The Capital City Syncopators A prohibition-era jazz band, serving up an infectious mix of 1920s swing and vintage-inspired originals. https://www.facebook.com/TheCapitalCitySyncopators Opening Act Novo Drom A three-piece Victoria, BC-based […]

Pop-Up Outdoor Piano Concert Location: Willows Beach EsplanadeDate: Tuesday, August 11Time: 12:30 p.m. Jesse Thomas Brown is a dedicated musical artist who has written more than 100 songs and performs between 350 and 400 shows each year. He has released four double-length albums of original material, all with a theatrical scope reminiscent of Broadway greats […]

Oak Bay Fall 2026 Program Registration Registration opens Wednesday, August 12 at 6:30 a.m. View the Active Living Guide to explore available programs and schedules. Learn more about registration including how to register and helpful tips.

Victoria Summer Open “Last Chance” August 25 to 30 Registration Registration via Tennis BC: https://www.tennisbc.org/tournaments/

Date & Time: September 6, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. (Rescheduled from August 30) Location: Monterey Recreation Centre Monterey Open Mic continues its summer series of featured artists with special guest, freelance singer songwriter, Carl Trinkwon. Carl entertains with a mix of original compositions and well known favourites which will have you singing along. Coffee Express […]

Pop-Up Outdoor Piano Concert Location: Oak Bay Marina/Turkey Head Date: Sunday, September 6Time: 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Join Oak Bay Parks, Recreation and Culture for a free pop-up outdoor piano concert with Brooke Maxwell! Brooke Maxwell is a freelance musician based in Victoria, BC, Canada. He is also a sound designer, composer, arranger, and […]

Your next adventure starts at Monterey Recreation Centre! Wednesday, September 9 | 1:00-2:30 p.m. Garry Oak Room, Monterey Recreation Centre Invite your friends to discover Monterey and the lifestyle-enhancing opportunities available through our vibrant 50+ community. Explore 35+ volunteer-led clubs and drop-in activities included with a Monterey Membership. From walking groups, book clubs and discussion […]

Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. https://www.tonymcmanus.com/ Hailed as the best Celtic guitarist in the world, Tony McManus was listed as one of the 50 transcendental guitarists by Guitar Player Magazine Conjuring a unique but universal language from that most ubiquitous of instruments, the acoustic guitar, Tony McManus has both extended and transcended the parameters […]

Free Everyone Welcome Swim Come enjoy a fun afternoon at the pool with family and friends. Kindly sponsored by the Oak Bay Firefighters Charitable Foundation. Date: Sunday, September 20 Time: 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. Location: Oak Bay Recreation Centre Pool

Downsizing - Real Estate and Your Health Tuesday, September 22 | 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: Monterey Recreation Centre - Bamboo Room Guest Speakers: Jill Phipps, Home Again Moving Services Jay & Kristy Herrick, Herrick Real Estate (Re/Max) Dr. Sundren Govender, Monarch Health Solutions Come learn about downsizing your home without the stress, how […]

Trivia Pub Night Tuesday, September 22 | 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Monterey Recreation Centre Put your knowledge to the test at our Trivia Pub Night with Tom Watson! Gather your friends, enjoy great food and drinks, and compete in a fun-filled evening of brain-teasing questions, great songs, friendly competition, and exciting prizes. Join us for […]

Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) Wednesday, September 23 | 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Location: Monterey Recreation Centre - Bamboo Room Guest Speaker: Rosanne Beuthin, VIHA Learn what medical assistance in dying (MAiD) is, how it is administered and who is eligible. Questions welcome. Advance registration required - please contact Reception at 250‑370‑7300.

Art & Story Walk on Henderson Recreation Centre Chip Trail (2026) Date: September 25 - October 2 Location: Henderson Recreation Centre Chip Trail (2291 Cedar Hill Cross Rd) Set in Coast Salish Traditional Territory, Crow Helps a Friend uses Indigenous storytelling and original art by Andrea Fritz to share the culture and language of the […]

Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. https://www.maureenwashington.ca/home A consummate performer, at times echoing the haunting tones of Etta James and Carmen McRae, then faster than the mind and ear can make the transition, Maureen Washington exudes the impish irreverence of Jann Arden and the vocal agility of Holly Cole. With all splendor attached […]

Date & Time: September 27, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Location: Monterey Recreation Centre Monterey Open Mic continues its summer series of featured artists with special guest, freelance singer songwriter, Carl Trinkwon. Carl entertains with a mix of original compositions and well known favourites which will have you singing along. Coffee Express will offer a complimentary […]

Pop-up Performance: Savoy Singers Location: Monterey Recreation Centre - Garden Court Date: Monday, September 28 Time: 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bringing you a selection of popular songs from Gilbert & Sullivan.  

Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. http://www.sutcliffesband.com/ The Sutcliffes offer the energetic stage show they are renowned for as they cover a varied catalogue of songs that fill the dance floor. A Beatles band with a slightly different take. Their focus is on the Beatles from Hamburg, to the Cavern, and the BBC studios- […]

Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. https://fionabevan.co.uk/ Fiona Bevan is a multi-platinum Canadian-British songwriter whose songs have been recorded by artists including Ed Sheeran, Lewis Capaldi, Kylie Minogue, Tom Walker, and One Direction. As a performer, she captivates audiences with her cinematic dream-folk sound, soaring vocals, and deeply personal songs that explore hope, love, […]

Thanksgiving Swims Saturday, October 10  9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Everyone Welcome Swim Sunday, October 11  9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome Swim Monday, October 12  3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome Swim Thanksgiving Skate Monday, October 12  1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome Skate   Join us for a fun-filled weekend!

J60 ITF Tennis Tournament October 12 to 18 International junior tennis tournament featuring ITF‑sanctioned competition. This event offers a spectating opportunity and is promoted as a high‑level tennis spectacle for the community. Registration Registration via Tennis BC: https://www.tennisbc.org/tournaments/

Wills & Estates Friday, October 16 | 1:00-2:30pm Location: Monterey Recreation Centre - Dogwood Room Learn about the importance of estate planning, including wills, power of attorney, health care representation agreements, probate and estate administration. Facilitator: Jessica Izard, Cook Roberts. Advance registration required - please contact Reception at 250‑370‑7300.

Free Family Skate Come enjoy a fun afternoon at the Oak Bay Arena with family and friends. Kindly sponsored by the Oak Bay Firefighters Charitable Foundation. Date: Sunday, October 18 Time: 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. Location: Oak Bay Recreation Centre Arena

Bingo for Belonging: Making Meaningful Connections Monday, October 19 | 1:00-2:30pm Dogwood Room Join the Greater Victoria Community Connector based at Oak Bay Volunteer Services for Bingo for Belonging, an interactive bingo game that gets us talking, sharing, laughing, discovering what we have in common, and learning something new about one another. As we play, […]