GVHA hosts and partners on a variety of vibrant events around the Inner Harbour that celebrate life on the water, sustainability, art, culture, food, sport, heritage, and community spirit. There’s something for everyone to enjoy in British Columbia’s city of festivals.
Market on the Pier, which offers artisan products from local vendors at the Breakwater District at Ogden Point, operates when cruise ships are at the terminal. Visit our cruise schedule for arrival details.
All events, dates and timings are subject to change, but we make every effort provide accurate information. GVHA updates this calendar on a regular basis. The GVHA events team can be reached at events@gvha.ca.
More Victoria events are showcased at Downtown Victoria and Tourism Victoria.
Ship Point Market
Ship Point Market is located on Ship Point Pier in the Inner Harbour overlooking the Causeway Marina, the Empress Hotel and the B.C. Legislature. Visitors enjoy beautiful scenery, unique artwork, tasty food and Victoria’s vibrant downtown harbour.
Market on the Pier
Artisan market at the Breakwater District at Ogden Point (Pier B). The market will offer local handmade goods from body care to jewelry to tasty treats and artistic wares of all kinds, including works from Indigenous artisans.
iLand Fest – July 3 – 5
i-Land Fest is organized by the Vancouver Island Caribbean Hub , and is a vibrant celebration dedicated to bringing the rich traditions and lively spirit of Caribbean culture to Vancouver Island. Founded with a passion for sharing the unique and diverse heritage of the Caribbean community, the festival honours the traditions of Trinidad & Tobago’s Carnival, offering a lively and immersive cultural experience.
Festival Mexicano – July 11 – 12
Crabfest – July 18
BC CrabFest is a one-day harbour gathering celebrating BC waters, coastal foodways, and the communities connected to them. Set along Victoria’s Inner Harbour, the festival is anchored around the BC Dungeness Crab Boil and brings people together to crack fresh crab, enjoy local seafood, listen to live music, and explore hands-on coastal learning.
From family activities and chef demonstrations to coastal storytelling and local drinks, BC CrabFest invites locals and visitors alike to spend the day by the water celebrating the food, traditions, and ocean stewardship that shape life along BC’s coast.
Ride the Harbour – July 25
David Foster Fundraiser – August 8
The David Foster Foundation will celebrate its 40th anniversary with two events in Victoria, BC: a red-carpet Gala on Friday, August 7th and public concert in the iconic Inner Harbour on Saturday August 8th. For four decades, the Foundation has provided financial support for families with children in need of life-saving organ transplants, aiding with non-medical expenses such as accommodations, travel, groceries, and utilities, ensuring families can focus entirely on their child’s medical journey.
Returning to the city where it all began, this milestone weekend will celebrate David Foster’s hometown Victoria and honour the children and families who inspired the Foundation’s mission.
Soul of Vietnam – August 15
Classic Boat Festival – September 4 – 6
The Maritime Museum of British Columbia is proud to host the annual Victoria Classic Boat Festival, a celebration of maritime heritage set along Victoria’s Inner Harbour.
Visitors can explore the docks, view up to 100 classic boats, cheer on their favourites during the races, and take part in a wide range of engaging activities throughout the weekend.