Capital City Comic Con – *Postponed*

Boston Comic Con 2014 by digboston

Date:  March 20th to 22nd
Location: Victoria Conference Centre at 720 Douglas St.  
Websites: https://capitalcitycomiccon.ca/

This three day event hosted by Cherry Bomb Toys takes place in the Victoria Conference Centre and the Crystal Gardens buildings.

This year they will be welcoming entertainment, creator and cosplay guests.

Entertainers:

  • Guardians of the Galaxy’s Sean Gunn,
  • WWE Star “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan
  • Star Trek’s Gates McFadden

Creators:

  • Marvel & DC Artist Walden Wong
  • Marvel Comics Excalibur Artist Marcus To
  • Renown inker Randy Emberlin
  • Legendary comic book writer Steve Englehart

Cosplayers:

  • Local Cosplayer Ven Tsun
  • Star Pigtails & Power Tools
  • Local Cosplayer Jeni Lee

Chinese 2020 New Year

Happy Chinese New Year by Lotus Johnson

 Date:   January 26th
Location: Gate of Harmonious Interest in Chinatown at Fisgard St. & Government St.
Websites: https://www.tourismvictoria.com/see-do/festivals-events/chinese-new-year

Celebrate the start of the year of the Rat in Canada’s oldest Chinatown. Watch the talented performers showcase the Lion dance & Kung Fu right under the backdrop of the Chinatown gates from 12:00pm to 3:00pm. Many businesses will be doing different traditional presentations so make sure to take those in as well.

Dine Around & Stay in Town

Date:   January 17th to February 2nd
Location: Throughout Greater Victoria
Websites: https://www.tourismvictoria.com/eat-drink/dine-around

This popular annual event has over 50 restaurants throughout Victoria offering set-priced, three course menus. All of these delicious set menus are listed on the above website. Participating hotels will also be offering specials for if you want to treat yourself to a stay-cation, including ourselves.

Call us directly if you would like more information about our offer at 250-388-5463.  

Dine Around Gala Launch Event

Canape by Funghi Catering

Date:   January 16th @ 5:00pm to 7:30pm
Location: Victoria Conference Centre at 720 Douglas St.  
Websites: https://www.tourismvictoria.com/eat-drink/dine-around

Enjoy bites from over 50 local restaurants, wine and beer from VQA wineries and BC’s finest craft breweries, lively entertainment, and lots of socializing and fun!

This event launches the Dine Around & Stay in Town 2020 from January 17th to February 2nd which 50+ restaurants will offer set-price, three course menus. Hotels will also join in the fun and offer accommodations at reduced prices including ourselves.

11th Annual Habitat for Humanity Victoria Gingerbread Showcase

IMG_9990 Gingerbread Showcase at the Parkside Hotel & Spa by Andy Nystrom

Date:   November 16th to January 5th
Location:  Parkside Hotel & Spa at 810 Humboldt St.  
Websites: https://www.habitatvictoria.com/gingerbread-showcase-info-2019.html

This year’s showcase theme “Building a Diverse Community” has brought out bakers of all levels from novice to professional. Take the whole family to donate and vote for your favourite!

“All donations support Habitat for Humanity Victoria’s build program, helping families build strength, stability and independence through affordable home ownership.”