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Winter Happenings in Victoria, British Columbia

by Katie Skrzek

Nov 27, 2024

© Destination Greater Victoria

Destinations / North America

Visit Victoria, British Columbia, this winter. The capital city offers travelers seasonal activities and events guaranteed to warm your heart.

 

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Fairmont Empress © Destination Greater Victoria

Properties throughout the Greater Victoria area host special winter and holiday programming. Oak Bay Beach Hotel features special holiday meals. Hotel Grand Pacific is home to elaborate gingerbread houses designed for a good cause. Book the Gingerbread package, which includes a donation to Habitat for Humanity. Fairmont Empress serves special seasonal treats and meals leading up to and including Christmas. Parkside Hotel & Spa transforms into a festive wonderland through Jan. 5, while supporting local charity Rainbow Kitchen. Book the Celebrate the Holidays offer at The Inn at Laurel Point for stays through Dec. 30.

 

Parliament Building

© Destination Greater Victoria

Royal BC Museum hosts a multicultural holiday market during its second annual Winterfest, Nov. 30–Dec. 1. Visit one of Victoria’s classic attractions, Butchart Gardens, and witness its stunning 12 Days of Christmas holiday display. This light display is on view Dec. 1–Jan. 6. Throughout December, Craigdarroch Castle goes back in time with its authentic Victorian Christmas program. Enjoy an unconventional view of Victoria aboard a Hot Tub Boat. These portable, floating hot tubs accommodate up to six guests. Stroll through downtown Victoria and see classic buildings, including the Parliament Building, decked out in holiday lights.

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