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SUMMARY:Bird Walk - August 2026
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk – Cattle Point & Uplands Park\n\nSaturday\, August 1\, 10:00 a.m.\nCattle Point (main parking lot)\, Uplands Park \n\nThis month’s Friends of Uplands Park bird walk is taking place Saturday\, August 1 at 10:00 a.m. in the main parking lot of Cattle Point. They will focus on the identification of the year-round and summer residents as well as southbound migrants. Fall migration is already picking up and target species during this event include Band-tailed Pigeon\, Western Tanager\, Cedar Waxwing\, Willow Flycatcher\, Western Warbling-Vireo\, Chipping Sparrow\, Wilson’s Warbler\, Heermann’s Gull\, Rhinoceros Auklet\, and Marbled Murrelet. They may even get lucky and find a rarity like the Chestnut-sided Warbler during the FOUP bird walk back in May. \n\n\n\n\nThis approved community event is listed for community awareness and takes place within the District of Oak Bay\, but is organized by an independent group and not run by the District. 
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/bird-walk-august-2026/
LOCATION:Uplands Parks – Cattle Point Parking Lot\, 1 Scenic Drive\, Victoria
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260804T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260804T190000
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SUMMARY:Yoga in the Park 2026 - Free
DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Park 2026\nFree Yoga at Willows Beach Park\nPresented by Oak Bay Parks\, Recreation and Culture \nExperience the benefits of outdoor yoga this summer at Willows Beach Park. These free\, all-levels classes are led by experienced instructors. \nDates: Tuesdays\, July 7 to August 25\, 2026\nTime: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.\nLocation: Willows Beach Park (green space at Beach Drive and Dalhousie Street)\nWhat to Bring: Your own yoga mat and water bottle \nNo registration required. \n 
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/yoga-in-the-park-2025-2/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Willows Park\, CMMW+86 Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Home Featured 2,Parks, Recreation & Culture Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260806
DTSTAMP:20260727T155401Z
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SUMMARY:Fall 2026 Active Living Guide Available for Viewing
DESCRIPTION: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. \nProgram Registration will open Wednesday\, August 12 at 6:30 a.m.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/fall-2026-active-living-guide-available-for-viewing/
CATEGORIES:Home Featured 1,Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T193000
DTSTAMP:20260622T220750Z
CREATED:20260409T213306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T220750Z
UID:10000345-1786039200-1786044600@www.oakbay.ca
SUMMARY:Oak Bay Summer Concerts in the Park - 2026
DESCRIPTION:Oak Bay Summer Concerts in the Park 2026 \nExperience unforgettable summer nights at Willows Beach\, where live music\, ocean views\, and community spirit come together. \nMain Act \nThe Capital City Syncopators \nA prohibition-era jazz band\, serving up an infectious mix of 1920s swing and vintage-inspired originals. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/TheCapitalCitySyncopators \nOpening Act \nNovo Drom \nA three-piece Victoria\, BC-based band that specializes in traditional Balkan and Romani music. \nhttps://novodromband.com \nLocation: Willows Beach Park\, Oak Bay \nDate: Thursday\, August 6\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 p.m. \nAdmission: Free
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/oak-bay-summer-concerts-in-the-park-2/
LOCATION:Willows Park\, CMMW+86 Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTSTAMP:20260723T231051Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of Uplands Park 2026 Insect BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Uplands Park 2026 BioBlitz \n\nAugust 7-10\, 2026\nUplands Park\, Oak Bay \nJoin Friends of Uplands Park for their 2026 BioBlitz and help document the incredible insect biodiversity found within one of Oak Bay’s most ecologically significant natural areas. Participants of all ages and experience levels are invited to contribute observations through iNaturalist throughout the weekend. \nSpecial activities include a Light Sheet Night on Friday\, August 7 from 9–11 p.m.\, and a guided Bug Walk on Sunday\, August 9 at 10 a.m.\, followed by refreshments at 12 p.m. Participants should meet at the Beach Drive entrance to Cattle Point for scheduled activities. \nThe BioBlitz runs from Friday through Monday and encourages community members to observe\, photograph\, and record insects and other species using iNaturalist to support local biodiversity research and conservation efforts. \nQuestions? Contact cicadauvic@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/friends-of-uplands-park-2026-insect-bioblitz/
LOCATION:Uplands Park\, 3040 Beach Dr\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 6K9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260809T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260809T163000
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SUMMARY:Bowker Creek Brush-Up 2026
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, August 9\, 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.\nLocation: Bowker Creek\, from Hampshire Street to Armstrong Avenue \nSince 2005\, this fun\, inspiring annual art show hosts 40+ artists displaying\, demonstrating and selling their art. Plan to spend the day strolling along beautiful Bowker Creek\, between Oak Bay High School and Hampshire Road\, listening to music\, enjoying refreshments\, participating in the Community Art project\, and watching demonstrations by featured international Artists. Of course\, there is plenty of opportunity to purchase art for yourself and others. For more information\, visit the Oak Bay Community Artists Society. \nThis approved community event is listed for community awareness and takes place within the District of Oak Bay\, but is organized by an independent group and not run by the District. \n 
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/bowker-creek-brush-up-2026/
LOCATION:Bowker Creek\, between Oak Bay High School and Hampshire Road\, 2121 Cadboro Bay Rd\, Oak Bay\, Greater\, Victoria\, BC\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 5G4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T133000
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SUMMARY:Pop-up Outdoor Piano Concert: Jesse Thomas Brown
DESCRIPTION:Pop-Up Outdoor Piano Concert\n\nLocation: Willows Beach EsplanadeDate: Tuesday\, August 11Time: 12:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJesse 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 such as Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim. \nDrawing inspiration from storytelling songwriters like Bruce Springsteen and Harry Chapin\, Brown explores themes of isolation\, friendship\, injustice\, freedom\, survival\, corruption\, love\, fear\, and hope in his lyrics. While delving into the darker aspects of the human experience\, he balances his work with wry humour\, much like his musical heroes Leonard Cohen and Kris Kristofferson. At times\, his performances venture into pure farce and novelty\, reflecting an artist who prefers not to take himself too seriously. \nJesse Thomas Brown will perform at the Arts Alive Oak Bay Pop-Up Piano Concert\, Piano Océano\, on Tuesday\, August 11 at 12:30 p.m. at Willows Beach Esplanade. Visitors will also have the opportunity to meet featured artists Louise Huneck and Ana Strauss. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease bring your own lawn chair and umbrella.In the case of pouring rain\, the concert may be rescheduled.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/pop-up-outdoor-piano-concert-jesse-thomas-brown/
LOCATION:Estevan Village
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T190000
DTSTAMP:20260713T184041Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga in the Park 2026 - Free
DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Park 2026\nFree Yoga at Willows Beach Park\nPresented by Oak Bay Parks\, Recreation and Culture \nExperience the benefits of outdoor yoga this summer at Willows Beach Park. These free\, all-levels classes are led by experienced instructors. \nDates: Tuesdays\, July 7 to August 25\, 2026\nTime: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.\nLocation: Willows Beach Park (green space at Beach Drive and Dalhousie Street)\nWhat to Bring: Your own yoga mat and water bottle \nNo registration required. \n 
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/yoga-in-the-park-2025-2/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Willows Park\, CMMW+86 Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Home Featured 2,Parks, Recreation & Culture Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTSTAMP:20260514T230811Z
CREATED:20260514T230811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T230811Z
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SUMMARY:Fall 2026 Program Registration Opens
DESCRIPTION:Oak Bay Fall 2026 Program Registration\nRegistration opens Wednesday\, August 12 at 6:30 a.m. \n\nView the Active Living Guide to explore available programs and schedules.\nLearn more about registration including how to register and helpful tips.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/fall-2026-program-registration-opens/
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260812T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T190446Z
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SUMMARY:Oak Bay Night Market
DESCRIPTION:Beginning in June and continuing to September\, between 4:00 and 8:00 pm on the second Wednesday of the month\, Oak Bay Village is transformed into a European style street market. A wide range of fresh and local produce and food is available. Artists and artisans showcase a variety of wares including wood turned bowls\, hand made greeting cards\, glass art\, paper casting\, fabric arts\, jewelry\, toys\, fresh made soaps and cosmetics and preserves. Each market also offers local music\, a magician\, face painting and balloon animals. The stores of Oak Bay merchants are open with special pricing\, tastings\, demos\, sampling and more. \nThe night market is organized by the Oak Bay BIA. \nPlease note\, Oak Bay Avenue will be closed from Municipal Hall (2167 Oak Bay Ave) to Monterey Ave. from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. for the market. \nThis approved community event is listed for community awareness and takes place within the District of Oak Bay\, but is organized by an independent group and not run by the District.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/oak-bay-night-market-3/2026-08-12/
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260818T190000
DTSTAMP:20260713T184041Z
CREATED:20260305T223515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T184041Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga in the Park 2026 - Free
DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Park 2026\nFree Yoga at Willows Beach Park\nPresented by Oak Bay Parks\, Recreation and Culture \nExperience the benefits of outdoor yoga this summer at Willows Beach Park. These free\, all-levels classes are led by experienced instructors. \nDates: Tuesdays\, July 7 to August 25\, 2026\nTime: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.\nLocation: Willows Beach Park (green space at Beach Drive and Dalhousie Street)\nWhat to Bring: Your own yoga mat and water bottle \nNo registration required. \n 
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/yoga-in-the-park-2025-2/2026-08-18/
LOCATION:Willows Park\, CMMW+86 Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Home Featured 2,Parks, Recreation & Culture Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T193000
DTSTAMP:20260622T221743Z
CREATED:20260409T213728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T221743Z
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SUMMARY:Oak Bay Summer Concerts in the Park - 2026
DESCRIPTION:Oak Bay Summer Concerts in the Park 2026 \nExperience unforgettable summer nights at Willows Beach\, where live music\, ocean views\, and community spirit come together. \n\nFirst Act \nlək̓ʷəŋən Traditional Dancers \nlək̓ʷəŋən Traditional Dancers are a celebrated multi-generational dance group from the Songhees Nation\, sharing their rich cultural heritage through traditional dance\, song\, and drumming. \nhttps://songheesnation.ca/community/l-k-ng-n-traditional-dancers \n  \nSecond Act \nThe Soul Shakers \nThe Soul Shakers are a dynamic band of accomplished professional musicians delivering high-energy performances that keep audiences dancing. Their crowd-pleasing repertoire spans classic Soul\, Motown\, R&B\, blues\, pop\, and original music. \nhttps://www.soulshakers.ca \n\nLocation: Willows Beach Park\, Oak Bay \nDate: Thursday\, August 20\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/oak-bay-summer-concerts-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Willows Park\, CMMW+86 Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260831
DTSTAMP:20260424T221544Z
CREATED:20260424T221544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T221544Z
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SUMMARY:Victoria Summer Open “Last Chance” Tennis Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Victoria Summer Open “Last Chance” \n\nAugust 25 to 30 \nRegistration\nRegistration via Tennis BC:\nhttps://www.tennisbc.org/tournaments/
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/victoria-summer-open-last-chance-tennis-tournament/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260713T184041Z
CREATED:20260305T223515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T184041Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga in the Park 2026 - Free
DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Park 2026\nFree Yoga at Willows Beach Park\nPresented by Oak Bay Parks\, Recreation and Culture \nExperience the benefits of outdoor yoga this summer at Willows Beach Park. These free\, all-levels classes are led by experienced instructors. \nDates: Tuesdays\, July 7 to August 25\, 2026\nTime: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.\nLocation: Willows Beach Park (green space at Beach Drive and Dalhousie Street)\nWhat to Bring: Your own yoga mat and water bottle \nNo registration required. \n 
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/yoga-in-the-park-2025-2/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:Willows Park\, CMMW+86 Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Home Featured 2,Parks, Recreation & Culture Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260906T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T224212Z
CREATED:20260622T224212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T224212Z
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SUMMARY:Pop-up Outdoor Piano Concert: Brooke Maxwell
DESCRIPTION:Pop-Up Outdoor Piano Concert\n\nLocation: Estevan VillageDate: Sunday\, September 6Time: 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.\n\nJoin Oak Bay Parks\, Recreation and Culture for a free pop-up outdoor piano concert with Brooke Maxwell!\n\nBrooke Maxwell is a freelance musician based in Victoria\, BC\, Canada. He is also a sound designer\, composer\, arranger\, and the co-creator of the acclaimed Ride the Cyclone. He recently produced the cast album for RTC\, which is now available through Warner Brothers on all major streaming services. He currently performs around the island with the Beautiful Maladies\, The Chuckleberries\, Wild Honey Pie and at his regular home base\, Pagliacci’s.\n\nAdditionally\, meet the young visual artists from the Oak Bay Parks\, Recreation and Culture Summer Art Camps who created Symphony of Oaks\, the new evolving art piano next to the shoreline. Visit the piano each week to watch the artwork progress as the summer continues on.\n\nPlease bring your own lawn chair and umbrella.In the case of pouring rain\, the concert may be rescheduled.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/pop-up-outdoor-piano-concert-brooke-maxwell-4/
LOCATION:Estevan Village
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260909T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260530T190446Z
CREATED:20260402T190903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T190446Z
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SUMMARY:Oak Bay Night Market
DESCRIPTION:Beginning in June and continuing to September\, between 4:00 and 8:00 pm on the second Wednesday of the month\, Oak Bay Village is transformed into a European style street market. A wide range of fresh and local produce and food is available. Artists and artisans showcase a variety of wares including wood turned bowls\, hand made greeting cards\, glass art\, paper casting\, fabric arts\, jewelry\, toys\, fresh made soaps and cosmetics and preserves. Each market also offers local music\, a magician\, face painting and balloon animals. The stores of Oak Bay merchants are open with special pricing\, tastings\, demos\, sampling and more. \nThe night market is organized by the Oak Bay BIA. \nPlease note\, Oak Bay Avenue will be closed from Municipal Hall (2167 Oak Bay Ave) to Monterey Ave. from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. for the market. \nThis approved community event is listed for community awareness and takes place within the District of Oak Bay\, but is organized by an independent group and not run by the District.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/oak-bay-night-market-3/2026-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260919T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T163824Z
CREATED:20260327T205526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T163824Z
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SUMMARY:Tony McManus
DESCRIPTION:Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. \n\n\nhttps://www.tonymcmanus.com/ \n\n\nHailed as the best Celtic guitarist in the world\, Tony McManus was listed as one of the 50 transcendental guitarists by Guitar Player Magazine \n\n\n\n\nConjuring a unique but universal language from that most ubiquitous of instruments\, the acoustic guitar\, Tony McManus has both extended and transcended the parameters of contemporary Celtic music. Ranked by peers and predecessors alike alongside the guitar world’s all-time greats\, his fiendishly dexterous\, dazzlingly original playing draws on traditions from the entire Celtic diaspora – Scotland\, Ireland\, Brittany\, Galicia\, Asturias\, Cape Breton\, Quebec – along with still further-ranging flavours\, such as jazz and east European music. Long applauded for his uncanny ability to transpose the delicate\, complex ornamentation characteristic of traditional bagpipe or fiddle tunes – even the phrasing of a Gaelic song – onto his own six strings\, McManus is increasingly being acknowledged also as a pioneering figure in bridging the realms of Celtic music and other guitar genres. \nBorn in 1965 in Paisley\, near Glasgow\, his surname the legacy of an Irish grandfather\, McManus was introduced to traditional music via the family record collection. Having first tried his hand at the fiddle\, whistle and mandolin\, he took up the guitar aged ten\, although subsequent academic inclinations got him halfway through a PhD in maths before the music won out. After rapidly making his name as an unusually fluent and sensitive accompanist\, he took the solo plunge with a triumphant main-stage debut on the final night of Glasgow’s inaugural Celtic Connections festival in 1994\, supporting Capercaillie in front of a 2500-strong crowd. \nOver the years\, Tony has recorded a catalog of dazzling albums\, both solo and with friends\, delivering a breadth of artistry and performance which conjures up images and themes of the traditional music of the Celts along with more global influences from far and wide. \n\n\n\n\nTickets are available through Beacon Ridge Productions.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/tony-mcmanus/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, Sports View Lounge\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260925T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T164006Z
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SUMMARY:Maureen Washington & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. \n\n\nhttps://www.maureenwashington.ca/home \nA 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 to such comparisons\, Maureen’s musical style remains distinctly her own. \nHer vocal diversity lends itself to performances of blues\, swing jazz and funk \, and her versatile repertoire\, ranges from classics to lively originals. \n\n\nTickets are available through Beacon Ridge Productions.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/maureen-washington-friends/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, Sports View Lounge\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261002T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261002T213000
DTSTAMP:20260409T164048Z
CREATED:20260327T205949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T164048Z
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SUMMARY:The Sutcliffes Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. \n\n\nhttp://www.sutcliffesband.com/ \n\nThe Sutcliffes offer the energetic stage show they are renowned for as they cover a varied catalogue of songs that fill the dance floor.\n\n\n\nA Beatles band with a slightly different take. Their focus is on the Beatles from Hamburg\, to the Cavern\, and the BBC studios- the songs they wrote\, the songs they covered and the songs they loved. They play early period songs\, with a nod to the more well-known tracks. They cover many of the Beatles seminal influences\, from early rock and roll classics like Chuck Berry’s Memphis\, to the slinky R&B of Anna and on to the country and rockabilly vein of I Got a Woman (their version of the Beatles doing Elvis’s cover of a Ray Charles song…). \nWhen the Sutcliffes were invited to play The Liverpool Beatles Festival they realized the dream of every kid who ever listened to the Beatles. The annual event sees tens of thousands of visitors make the pilgrimage to listen to some of the greatest performers from around the world. The Sutcliffes were the first artists from B.C. to ever be invited and were there with over 50 other acts from Europe\, Asia and North and South America. \nThe Sutcliffes are a band that is in high demand\, they have a huge following of devoted fans\, so be sure to get your tickets early! \n\n\n\n\nTickets are available through Beacon Ridge Productions.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/the-sutcliffes-dance-party-2/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, Sports View Lounge\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260530T190335Z
CREATED:20260522T224213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T190335Z
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SUMMARY:Royal Victoria Marathon
DESCRIPTION:This seaside marathon is held each October and runs much of the way through the scenic streets of Oak Bay. Thousands of spectators and supporters come out to cheer the runners in their test of endurance. \nThe Victoria Marathon acts as the BC Marathon Championships and is also a certified (and fast!) Boston Marathon qualifying race. For those interested in running\, volunteering\, or watching\, visit the Victoria Marathon Website. \nThis approved community event is listed for community awareness and takes place within the District of Oak Bay\, but is organized by an independent group and not run by the District.  \n 
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/royal-victoria-marathon-2/
CATEGORIES:Annual Events,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261009T213000
DTSTAMP:20260723T153140Z
CREATED:20260723T153140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T153140Z
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SUMMARY:Fiona Bevan & Adam Beattie
DESCRIPTION:Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. \n\n\nhttps://fionabevan.co.uk/ \nFiona 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\, resilience\, and the human experience. Visit Fiona’s website here. \nJoining her is acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Adam Beattie\, celebrated for his masterful storytelling\, intricate finger-picked guitar work\, and warm\, expressive voice. Drawing inspiration from Scottish folk traditions and contemporary roots music\, Adam’s songs weave powerful narratives of family\, belonging\, and life’s journeys. Visit Adam’s website here. \nTogether\, Bevan and Beattie create a magical evening of song\, blending rich harmonies\, exceptional musicianship\, and captivating stories. Their performances are intimate\, heartfelt\, and filled with the kind of musical connection that leaves audiences inspired long after the final note. \nExpect an evening of beautiful songwriting\, acoustic warmth\, lyrical depth\, and world-class folk music in an intimate concert setting. \n\n\nTickets are available through Beacon Ridge Productions.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/fiona-bevan-adam-beattie/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, Sports View Lounge\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTSTAMP:20260424T221721Z
CREATED:20260424T221721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T221721Z
UID:10000354-1791763200-1792367999@www.oakbay.ca
SUMMARY:J60 ITF Tennis Tournament
DESCRIPTION:J60 ITF Tennis Tournament \n\nOctober 12 to 18 \nInternational 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. \nRegistration\nRegistration via Tennis BC:\nhttps://www.tennisbc.org/tournaments/
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/j60-itf-tennis-tournament/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261024T213000
DTSTAMP:20260723T153612Z
CREATED:20260723T153401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T153612Z
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SUMMARY:Lloyd Spiegel
DESCRIPTION:Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. \n\n\nhttps://www.lloydspiegel.com/ \nPrepare for an unforgettable evening with one of Australia’s finest acoustic blues artists. Internationally acclaimed guitarist\, singer\, and songwriter Lloyd Spiegel has spent more than 30 years captivating audiences around the world with his breathtaking fingerstyle guitar\, soulful vocals\, infectious humour\, and masterful storytelling. \nA true virtuoso\, Lloyd seamlessly blends blues\, roots\, folk\, and Americana into performances that are both technically dazzling and deeply heartfelt. Whether delivering an intimate ballad or a foot-stomping blues classic\, his warmth\, charisma\, and connection with the audience make every concert a unique experience. \nWinner of numerous Australian music awards and praised by fellow musicians as one of the country’s premier guitarists\, Lloyd has toured extensively across Australia\, North America\, and Europe\, earning a devoted international following. His performances showcase not only extraordinary musicianship but also the rich traditions of acoustic blues\, reimagined through his own distinctive voice and style. \nWhether you’re a lifelong blues fan or discovering the genre for the first time\, this is an evening of world-class musicianship\, unforgettable songs\, and outstanding entertainment that you won’t want to miss. \n\n\nTickets are available through Beacon Ridge Productions.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/lloyd-spiegel/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, Sports View Lounge\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261031T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261031T213000
DTSTAMP:20260327T210211Z
CREATED:20260327T210152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T210211Z
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SUMMARY:Groove Kitchen Halloween Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. \n\n\nhttps://www.groovekitchen.ca/ \nJoin this hard-driving\, party-hearty quintet for a super fun Halloween dance! Groove Kitchen is shaking up the clubs with its red-hot mix of funk\, Latin\, reggae and soul for dancing! \nGroove Kitchen is admired for its tight\, rhythmically in-the-pocket sound. Dancers love the band’s mix of music\, which ranges from interpretations of classics by Maceo Parker\, Steven Wonder and James Brown to reinventions of contemporary tunes by Bruno Mars and Justin Timberlake.\nGroove Kitchen is a funky\, soulful dance band with a bit of Latin thrown in for good measure. \nAs one of the city’s most in-demand bands\, GK has played many Victoria nightclubs as well as such high-profile events as the Victoria International Jazz Festival\, Blues Bash\, the Moss Street Paint Inn and the Dragon Boat Festival. \nThe group is driven by keys\, horns and a funky rhythm section. This band ain’t dinner music\, it’s DANCING music! So be sure to wear your comfortable shoes as you’ll be dancing the night away! \nBe sure to wear your most outrageous Halloween costume! There will be prizes! \n\n\nTickets are available through Beacon Ridge Productions.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/groove-kitchen-halloween-dance-party/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, Sports View Lounge\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTSTAMP:20260424T224019Z
CREATED:20260424T224019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T224019Z
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SUMMARY:Oak Bay Rumble in the Bubble - Pickleball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Oak Bay Rumble in the Bubble – Pickleball Tournament \n\nNovember 11 \nPickleball social tournament open to participants of varying skill levels. \nRegistration\nRegistration via Pickleball Tournaments:\nhttps://pickleballtournaments.com/
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/oak-bay-rumble-in-the-bubble-pickleball-tournament/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261111T105500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261111T120000
DTSTAMP:20251110T192142Z
CREATED:20251105T215758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T192142Z
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SUMMARY:Remembrance Day Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The District’s Remembrance Day Ceremony will be planned in accordance with provincial regulations. The ceremony will be live at the Cenotaph (2900 block of Beach Drive). The ceremony is open to the public and begins at 10:55 a.m. \nThe ceremony will also be streamed online starting for those unable to attend. \n Oak Bay Remembrance Day Livestream
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/remembrance-day-ceremony/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Cenotaph\, 2900 Block of Beach Drive\, Oak Bay
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTSTAMP:20260424T224202Z
CREATED:20260424T224202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T224202Z
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SUMMARY:ITF Masters 100 Tennis Tournament
DESCRIPTION:ITF Masters 100 Tennis Tournament \n\nNovember 12 to 15 \nInternational adult tennis tournament sanctioned by the ITF\, welcoming competitive players and encouraging broad participation. \nRegistration\nRegistration via Tennis BC:\nhttps://www.tennisbc.org/tournaments/
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/itf-masters-100-tennis-tournament/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261121T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261121T213000
DTSTAMP:20260723T154330Z
CREATED:20260723T154330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T154330Z
UID:10000386-1795289400-1795296600@www.oakbay.ca
SUMMARY:The Lonesome Ace Stringband | Showman & Coole
DESCRIPTION:Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. \n\n\nhttps://lonesomeace.com/showman-and-coole-duo \nSUPER-DELUXE FIDDLE\, BANJO\, AND SONG!!\nThrough twenty years and a couple of thousand shows together in bands such as The Foggy Hogtown Boys and The Lonesome Ace Stringband\, John Showman and Chris Coole have developed a deep and instinctual musical bond. Their music lurks in a truly unique space that is somewhere on the outskirts of old-time\, bluegrass\, and folk. The songs of John Hartford\, Hank Williams\, Dock Boggs\, and The Band share space with the fiddle tunes of Eck Robertson and Ed Haley. The duo’s original songs and tunes take in all these vistas and paint something both personal and timely. \nThey have performed across North America and Europe at festivals such as Merlefest\, Rockygrass\, Winnipeg Folk Festival\, Mariposa\, Wintergrass\, Gooikroots\, and The John Hartford Memorial Festival. In 2022\, the duo released two albums; “ Afield” a collection of old-time fiddle tunes\, and “Much Further Out than Inevitable – A Tribute to Some Music of John Hartford.” \n\n\nTickets are available through Beacon Ridge Productions.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/the-lonesome-ace-stringband-showman-coole/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, Sports View Lounge\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261127T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261127T213000
DTSTAMP:20260723T154603Z
CREATED:20260723T154603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T154603Z
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SUMMARY:The Soul Shakers Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. \n\n\nhttps://soulshakers.ca \nThe Soul Shakers are an in-demand band and undoubtedly one of the best dance bands on Vancouver Island! \nTop-notch musicianship\, stellar harmonies and high energy performances are a trademark of this fine band led by powerhouse singer and entertainer Joyce “the voice” Allensen. This band will have you singing and dancing along to classic popular Soul\, Motown and R&B tunes as well as many other popular tunes. The Soul Shakers also feature music from their two independently released albums Love Is Love (2015) and Ready For You (2019). \n​Get ready to feel the joy of a Soul Shakers performance! You won’t leave the dance floors! Don’t wait to get your tickets\, this popular band usually sells out! \n\n\nTickets are available through Beacon Ridge Productions.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/the-soul-shakers-dance-party-3/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, Sports View Lounge\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261128T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261128T213000
DTSTAMP:20260723T154811Z
CREATED:20260723T154811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T154811Z
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SUMMARY:Don Ross & Julie Malia
DESCRIPTION:Join Beacon Ridge Productions for their next concert. \n\n\nhttps://donrossandjulemalischke.com/ \nDon Ross and Julie Malía\, both well-established solo performers\, have decided to form a new musical partnership. While continuing to play solo internationally\, Don and Julie have been performing many of their shows as a double bill since the fall of 2023. In 2024\, they gave 45 concert performances in Germany\, the UK\, Canada and the USA. They have continued the habit in 2025\, having toured together on both sides of the Atlantic. \nDon released his latest solo album\, WATER\, in 2023. It is his 18th solo album\, and his 21st including collaborations. For this new recording\, Don decided to launch a Kickstarter fundraising campaign and do the release 100% independently. The album features collaborations with legendary guitarist/songwriter Bruce Cockburn\, fretless bass wizard Michael Manring\, Washington State-based guitarist/composer Sean Hall\, singer/guitarist Brooke Miller\, Prince Edward Island-based quintet The Atlantic String Machine\, and even one piece with the 70-piece City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra. \nDon Ross was born and raised in Montreal and has lived in various parts of Canada over the course of his life. The son of a Mi’kmaw Indigenous mother and a Scottish immigrant father\, he graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music) degree from Toronto’s York University and started working full-time as a musician in 1988. That year he won the US National Fingerpick Guitar Championship for the first time. \nDuring the Covid-19 pandemic\, Don went back to university\, completing a Master of Arts degree in Orchestration through the University of Chichester (UK) and graduating in early 2021. He immediately started working extensively in the world of scoring orchestral and electronic music for video games\, films and television. \nIn addition to his solo performances and recordings\, Don also heads his quartet Don Ross Louder Than Usual\, which focuses on his more jazz-leaning repertoire. \nIn 2021\, Don won the prestigious Walter Carsen Prize for Excellence in the Performing Arts\, administered by the Canada Council for the Arts. \nJulie Malía is a highly talented guitarist\, singer and songwriter who has made a name for herself in recent years with great compositions and impressive appearance festivals. Originally from Swabia in southern Germany\, she also works as a lecturer at the Carl Maria von Weber Music University in Dresden\, Germany. \nJulie is one of the most sought-after soloists on the European acoustic scene. Her repertoire covers an impressively broad musical spectrum – from self-penned heartfelt songs\, very original song-cover arrangements\, and various virtuoso styles on the classical guitar through to modern fingerstyle arrangements. There are few musicians who can boast such mastery of all these related but very different genres. \n​Julie is known for her vibrant personality\, great sense of humor\, her wonderful voice and the virtuosity of her guitar playing. She has captivated audiences across Europe in her appearances at many of the most important festivals. \nJulie recently released her new CD\, Seagull \, featuring her original songs and her stunning guitar playing. The recording was nominated for the prestigious German Record Critics’ Prize in July 2024. \n\n\nTickets are available through Beacon Ridge Productions.
URL:https://www.oakbay.ca/event/don-ross-julie-malia/
LOCATION:Oak Bay Recreation Centre\, Sports View Lounge\, 1975 Bee Street\, Oak Bay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Parks, Recreation & Culture Events
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