Treasures: The World’s Cultures from the British Museum
May 1 to September 30, 2009
Royal BC Museum
http://www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca

A visit to the Royal BC Museum in the spring and summer of 2009 will be a journey through the evolution of civilization across hundreds of thousands of years and all parts of the globe.
The exhibition highlights cultural achievements – the artistic, ceremonial, decorative and functional. It illustrates how cultures have come together – and come apart – through the ages. And it brings together more than 300 artifacts dating from prehistoric times to today.

For more information on admission and opening times visit the website above.

James Bay Community Market
May 2 - October 3, 2009
Corner of Superior and Menzies, behind the parliament buildings
http://www.jamesbaymarket.com/homepage.htm

The Market is open 9-3 every Saturday from May to Oct. Shop for handmade arts and crafts, relax with live music, a cup of coffee and baked goods. Then, take home fresh flowers, locally grown vegetables, fruit and free-range eggs.

Sidney Summer Markets
June 4 - August 27, 2009
Beacon Avenue, Sidney

Every Thursday night over 150 vendors sell gifts, fresh produce, hand-made crafts, great food and much more at this popular market! There is also entertainment on every block! The market lines the main street of Beacon Avenue, between 1st and 5th Streets. Parking is available on side streets and public lots, and is permitted in municipal lots after 5:00 pm.

For more information call 250-655-6433.

Peninsula Country Market
June 13 - October 10, 2009 from 9:00-1:00
Saanich Fairgrounds 1528 Stelly's Cross Road
http://www.peninsulacountrymarket.ca/

This vibrant open air market has more than 50 vendors offering farm fresh products, jams and jellies, honey, homemade bread, cut flowers, assorted fresh meats, organic produce and a fine selection of arts and crafts. Enjoy a country morning among friends with live music, hot coffee, great munchies and a kid's korral.

For more information call 216-0521.

JazzFest International
June 26-July 5, 2009
In different locations around town
http://www.jazzvictoria.ca/

The biggest summertime music festival on Vancouver Island, Jazzfest promises jazz, blues, gospel and world beat music of the highest calibre. More than 250 musicians in more than 60 performances entertain at venues around the city.

For more information about shows, locations and tickets visit the above website or http://www.rmts.bc.ca.

Pride 2008
June 28-July 5, 2009
Downtown Victoria
http://www.victoriapridesociety.org

Features a parade and other events. The parade starts at 12 p.m. on Government Street and will proceed to Fisherman's Wharf Park.

For more information on the events and registration visit the above website.

Gorge on Art
July 4, 2009 from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Gorge Waterway - Gorge Rd. West
http://saanich.ca/resident/community/calendar.html

Walk the spectacular Gorge Waterway and enjoy musical entertainment, visit with our over 45 artists displaying and selling their arts and crafts, food purchase kiosks, and much, much more.

It’s free!

Organic Islands Festival
July 4-5, 2009 from 10am-5pm
Glendale Gardens and Woodland at the Horticulture Centre of the Pacific in Saanich
http://www.organicislands.ca

Discover healthy sustainable solutions for your home, garden, body and soul. Enjoy tasty free samples, organic chocolate, wine, cheese and B.C. wild seafood.

For admission prices visit the website above. Cash only.

Butchart Gardens Fireworks
July 4 - September 5, 2009
Butchart Gardens
http://www.butchartgardens.com

Saturday nights only. A lavish blend of spectacle and music. Enjoy a different performance each night with Entertainment under the Stars.

Daily admission rates to the gardens from March 21/09 - June 14/09 $26.00 and from June 15/09 - September 30/09 $28.00. For youth and group rates visit the website above.

Saanich Strawberry Festival
July 5, 2009 from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Beaver Lake Park
http://saanich.ca/resident/community/calendar.html

The Annual Saanich Strawberry Festival celebrates 43 successful years of family fun and community involvement.
There will be several activities and information displays on site for all ages to enjoy. Bring a blanket and enjoy a day at the beach while a variety of performers entertain on the main stage.
In keeping with tradition, the highlight of the day is still the tried and true, traditional strawberries and ice cream!

Summer Sounds Concerts
July 5 – September 6, 2009
Beacon Park, Sidney
http://www.sidney.ca

Every Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Free admission, donations welcome.

Death of a Salesman - Blue Bridge Repertory Theatre
July 7th-11th & 14th-18th, at 8pm; July 11th-12th & 18th-19th, at 2pm
McPherson Playhouse
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Considered by many to be the greatest American play, Death of a Salesman rings with the hollowness of the "American Dream." Told in the past and present simultaneously, false expectations and the devastating consequences of consumerism set the backdrop for this drama that chronicles the tragic downfall of Willy Loman.

Tickets: Preview(July 7th & 8th) - $21.50. Weeknights & Matinees - $37.50 for adults; $26.50 for students & seniors. Weekend Evenings - $47.50 for adults; $37.50 for students & seniors.
Passes consisting of all 3 shows also available. Available at the McPherson Box Office, 250.386.6121, toll-free 1.888.717.6121 or at the website above. For more information visit www.bluebridgetheatre.ca

Twelfth Night
July 7-August 15 at 7:30 pm
Camosun College Lansdowne Campus
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

All performances are subject to weather and people are encouraged to bring blankets.

Tickets are $23.50 with $5.00 off for student and seniors. Children under 12 are free with a paid adult to a maximum of 4 children per adult. It is a general admission event. July 7th is a Preview performance and tickets are $11.00. Available at Royal & McPherson Box Office ~ 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online www.rmts.bc.ca.

Annual Ska Festival
July 8-11, 2009
Victoria Curling Club; Centennial Square; Sugar
http://www.victoriaskafest.ca/

Victoria's annual Ska Festival of Reggae and jazz.

For more information visit the above website.

Julius Caesar
July 8 - August 14, 2009 at 7:30pm
Camosun College Lansdowne Campus
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

All performances are subject to weather and people are encouraged to bring blankets.

Tickets are $23.50 with $5.00 off for student and seniors. Children under 12 are free with a paid adult to a maximum of 4 children per adult. It is a general admission event. July 8th is a Preview performance and tickets are $11.00.
Available at Royal & McPherson Box Office ~ 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online www.rmts.bc.ca.

3rd Annual Watergarden Tour
July 11, 2009 from 10 am to 4 pm
Gardens in the Greater Victoria area
http://www.fortheloveofafrica.org

Presented by For the Love of Africa. A self guided tour of 10 of Victoria's finest water gardens. There will be garden designers and specialists present at each site. All proceeds go toward medical equipment and pharmaceuticals for Nkuhungu Medical Clinic in Tanzania.

For ticket information visit the above website.

Artisans Show and Sale
July 11 – August 30, 2009
Tulista Park Community Arts Centre, Sidney
http://www.cacsp.com/artisans.html

The 15th annual show and sale features quality traditional and contemporary arts and crafts.

For more information visit the website.

Victoria's Festival of Food and Wine - "The Main Event"
July 16, 2009 from 6:30 pm-9:30 pm
Crystal Gardens
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Uncork with us on Thursday July 16, 2009 with an evening tasting of more than 150 British Columbia wines and local cuisine prepared by top Vancouver Island chefs. Not just a wine festival, Taste offers culinary tourism experiences at venues around downtown Victoria, as well as farms and vineyards throughout the Saanich Peninsula and Cowichan Valley.

Tickets: Before June 30 - $78.50. After June 30 - $103.50. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250-386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or on line at the above website. For more information visit www.victoriataste.com/

Moss Street Paint-In
July 18, 2009
Moss Street from Fort to Dallas Road
http://aggv.bc.ca

Over 100 professional and emerging artists gather to exhibit their work and demonstrate their techniques outdoors along the scenic, tree-lined Moss Street. Meander along with the expected crowd of up to 30,000 from the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria to Dallas Road.
Paint-in from 12.00 noon - 4.00 p.m. Food and beverage garden open from 12.00 noon - 9.00 p.m. Dancing to Kumbia from 4.00 - 9.00 p.m. Free Gallery admission: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.

For more information or to register for this event please call 384-4171 ext. 248 or visit the above website.

Social Distortion
July 20, 2009 at 8 pm
Royal Theatre
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Social Distortion(or Social D) is an American rock band formed in 1978 in Fullerton, California. The band currently consists of Mike Ness, Jonny Wickersham, Brent Harding and Adam "Atom" Willard. They are often credited as one of the leading bands of the 1980s hardcore punk explosion.

Tickets: $46.00. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250-386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or on line at the above website. For more information visit www.victoriataste.com/

Ballet Under the Stars - Canadian Pacific Ballet
July 21 - August 26, 2009
Market Square
http://www.canadianpacificballet.org/

Enjoy outdoor performances by Canadian Pacific Ballet this summer. Performances will be held Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, 8:00pm beginning July 21. Each of the three different repertoires presented will run for 2 weeks.

Tickets: $27.50. Call 250-380-2522 or 1-877-335-2522.

Luminara Lantern Festival
July 25, 2009
Beacon Hill Park and St. Ann's Academy
http://www.luminaravictoria.com/

Victoria's favorite night of light, magic, creativity and community returns. Luminara promises to be a fantastic event, filled with beauty and wonder, excitement and spectacle! Luminara is all about participation! Everyone is encouraged to make and bring a lantern to carry, dress in costume and get into the spirit of the event.

For more information visit the above web site.

Sooke Fine Arts Show 2008
July 25 - August 3, 2009
SEAPARC Leisure Complex - 2168 Phillips Road, Sooke, BC
http://www.sookefinearts.com

The Sooke Fine Arts Show has provided the opportunity for many emerging and well known artists to show their work. Many special events are being organized over the 10 day event – regardless of your age or taste we have something for everyone - come and join the fun.

Tickets at the door: $7 One Day Pass; $5 Senior Day Pass; $10 Week Pass; Kids under 12 Free; Group rates available.
Show Times: July 25-August 2, 10am-9pm; August 3, 10am-6pm. For information on Purchaser’s Preview night visit the website.

Stinking Fish Studio Tour
July 25 to August 3, 2009
Metchosin and East Sooke
http://www.stinkingfishstudiotour.com/

The Stinking Fish Studio Tour features the best of fine art and fine craft on the southern island, surrounded by its natural beauty. All Stinking Fish artists are juried by peer professionals to assure the highest quality in fine art and fine craft.

Tour times 10 am - 5 pm. Visit the website for more information about artists and locations.

The Who's "Tommy" in Concert
July 28, 29 & 30, 2009 at 8 pm
Victoria Conference Centre Theatre
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Tickets: $23.50; $8.00 off for students. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250-386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or on line at the above website. For more information visit www.victoriataste.com/

Symphony Splash
August 2, 2009 at 7.30 p.m.
Inner Harbour, Victoria
http://www.victoriasymphony.ca/concerts/index.asp

The highlight of the August long weekend is the Symphony Splash. Victoria's Inner Harbour is transformed to a concert venue of gargantuan proportions. The orchestra and guest performers are set up on a barge directly in front of the Parliament Buildings. Powerful speakers carry the sound to the thousands who ring the harbour to listen. The program is usually a mixture of pops and classics and the concert traditionally closes with The Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture, complete with guns and the carillon. This event is not to be missed. Festivities start at 4 pm.

The event is by donation and a fundraiser for the symphony.

The Fantasticks - Blue Bridge Repertory Theatre
August 4th-8th & 11th-15th, at 8pm; August 8th-9th & 15th-16th, at 2pm
McPherson Playhouse
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

A tale of true love, deception and the dangers of reverse psychology. Two fathers have put up a wall between their houses in a pretend feud to ensure that their children fall in love. But as the children come to understand what the real world holds will everyone live happily ever after?

Tickets: Preview(August 4th & 5th) - $21.50. Weeknights & Matinees - $37.50 for adults; $26.50 for students & seniors. Weekend Evenings - $47.50 for adults; $37.50 for students & seniors.
Passes consisting of all 3 shows also available. Available at the McPherson Box Office, 250.386.6121, toll-free 1.888.717.6121 or at the website above. For more information visit www.bluebridgetheatre.ca

Madeleine Peyroux
August 12, 2009 at 8 pm
Royal Theatre
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Tickets: $49.50; $39.50 for groups of 11 or more. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250.386.6121
Toll-free line: 1.888.717.6121 or online at the above website. For more information visit www.madeleinepeyroux.com/

Rod Stewart
August 12, 2009 at 8 pm
Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre
http://www.saveonfoodsmemorialcentre.com

Rod Stewart plans to return to Victoria as part of a limited engagement tour this summer. The tour will provide fans with the perfect summer setting to enjoy hits from throughout Stewart’s extraordinary four decade-long career.

Tickets are available at www.selectyourtickets.com, charge-by-phone 250-220-7777 and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre Box Office.

Dragon Boat Festival
August 14-16, 2009
Inner Harbour
http://www.victoriadragonboat.com

Teams from all over North America compete in Victoria's Inner Harbour along a 500-metre course from Laurel Point to the Royal London Wax Museum. As one of Victoria's most spectacular festivals, the Dragon Boat Festival truly has something for everyone. In addition to thrilling races, spectators can enjoy a variety of multicultural performances on the entertainment stage, participate in fun Asian crafts in the Kids' Activity Zone, or savour some of the many tantalizing dishes in the Forbidden City Food Court.

For more information visit the website.

Victoria's Fringe Theatre Festival
August 27 - September 6, 2009
Various locations in downtown Victoria
http://www.intrepidtheatre.com

The Victoria Fringe is an eleven-day, un-juried international theatre festival, featuring 40 comedy, drama, dance, and spoken word companies from around the world in six or more downtown venues, all within walking distance.

For tickets and Fringer passes visit the above website.

Classic Boat Festival
September 4, 5 and 6, 2009
Inner Harbour
http://www.classicboatfestival.ca

Up to 100 classic and power boats from throughout the Pacific Coast and beyond will gather in the Inner Harbour. The festival offers a wonderful event for the whole family. There is no charge to view the vessels in the Festival and a number of boaters graciously allow members of the public on board to view their vessels close up. There will be a rowing regatta, steamboat parade, sailpast and the annual Schooner Cup and Classic Open Sail races.

For detailed information visit the website above.

Vancouver Island Blues Bash
September 4–7, 2009
Ship Point at the Inner Harbour
http://jazzvictoria.ca/

The Vancouver Island Blues Bash is a four day music festival featuring all styles of blues and R&B on Labour Day weekend.

For more information visit the above website or call 250-388-4423.

Band of Horses with special guest Cass McCombs
September 5, 2009 at 8 pm
Royal Theatre
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Band of Horses, previously known as Horses, is an American indie rock band formed in 2004 in Seattle by Ben Bridwell and Mat Brooke. Joe Arnone joined the band in February 2006.
Cass McCombs: Domino recording artist, indie singer-songwriter on tour to support his latest release "Catacombs".

Tickets: $37.50. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online at the above website. For more information visit www.myspace.com/cassmccombs.

Victoria Classic Rowing Regatta
September 5, 2009 at 10 am
Gorge waterway and Inner Harbour
http://www.classicboatfestival.ca/rowing.htm

The race will be held during the annual Victoria Classic Boat Festival. The event will showcase the tradition and beauty of elegant wooden rowing shells and celebrate the sport of rowing. Competitions for singles, doubles, pairs, fours, quads and eights are in all age categories.

For more information or registration visit the website.

Saanich Fall Fair
September 5 – 7, 2009
Saanich Fairgrounds
http://www.saanichfair.ca

This fair on the Saanich Peninsula takes place during the Labour Day weekend and has something for everyone. The oldest agricultural fair in Western Canada, the atmosphere here is one of a traditional country fair with agricultural displays and prize-winning livestock, arts and crafts, fairgrounds and entertainment.

For more details call 250-652-3314.

The Backyardigans
September 10, 2009 at 3:30 pm
McPherson Playhouse
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Who explores a coral reef, plays in an octopus’s garden, and joins the jellyfish ballet…all before snack time? The Backyardigans! Pablo, Tyrone, Tasha, Uniqua and Austin are back on stage, singing, dancing, as they plunge sea deep in adventure.
With non-stop excitement and surprise, this watery tale will mesmerise, entertain and delight audiences of all ages!

Tickets: $36.75; babies 6 months and under are free but still require a ticket. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online at the above website.

Great Canadian Beer Festival
September 11-12, 2009
Royal Athletic Park
http://www.gcbf.com

The products served at this festival are strictly craft, all-natural beers, with most brewers on hand to answer visitors questions. Food will be supplied by local catering companies and restaurants. Entertainment will be ongoing.

For tickets and more information call 250-383-2332. For a list of ticket outlets visit the website.

Sooke Triathlon
September 13, 2009
Sooke
http://www.triseries.ca/sooke/

Age Group Qualifier for 2010 World Championships in Olympic & Half IM. Olympic distance added in 2009.
The Subaru Sooke Triathlon will be staged in the charming setting of Sooke, a beautiful ocean-side community located in the western communities of Greater Victoria. The event promises to be a real “rural meets urban” feeling of one of BC’s fastest growing regions. The run course features a journey out on to Whiffin Spit where you will experience being surrounded by the Pacific Ocean with the lighthouse as your beacon.

The Signature Series - Kuerti Plays Beethoven
September 13, at 2:30 pm; September 14, at 8 pm
Royal Theatre
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

The Victoria Symphony presents the Signature Series that features masterworks of both classical repertoire and living composers, along with a range of talented guest performers.

Tickets: $68.50, $58.50, $48.50, $39.50, $29.50. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online at the above website.

Victoria Symphony - Beltone Pops Concerts -Swinin' and Singin'
September 17 & 18, at 8 pm; September 19, at 2 pm
Royal Theatre
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

"Knock-knock, Who's there? It's The Happy Gang. Well, come on in!"
You're invited to a live radio broadcast. Join the Victoria Symphony and the Five By Design for a musical ride over the airwaves. Tune in and catch all your favourites including In The Mood, Your Hit Parade and Mona Lisa.

Tickets: $69.50, $63.50, $50.50, $39.50, $30.50. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online at the above website.

A Tribute to Stan Rogers
September 18, 2009 at 8 pm
McPherson Playhouse
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

This concert is a fund raiser for the Maritime Museum.

Tickets: $55.00, $50.00. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online at the above website.

Legends ~ The Best of Nat King Cole & Louis Armstrong
September 18, 2009 at 8 pm
Alix Goolden Performance Hall
http://www.vcm.bc.ca

A presentation of Ocean Entertainment Worldwide. Starring Award-Winning International Recording Artist Denzal Sinclaire and his jazz musicians. This intimate concert features such classics as Unforgettable, Nature Boy, Smile, What a Wonderful World, Mack the Knife, Blueberry Hill and many more. Enjoy this 2-hour concert journey through the songbooks of these two icons with one of Canada’s most celebrated jazz singers.

Tickets: $45.00 adults; $28.50 students; $34.50 seniors; $23.50 children. Available at Royal & McPherson Box Office ~ 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online www.rmts.bc.ca.

Luxton Fall Fair
September 18-20, 2009
Luxton Fair Grounds in Langford
http://www.luxtonfair.ca/

The Luxton Fall Fair is an old-fashioned country fair with a few modern twists. The fair dates back to 1910 and still is a popular family event. There is a midway, local arts, crafts, animals, fine foods, and horticultural displays.

For more information call 250-478-2759 or visit the website.

Rex Murphy - Matters of Opinion
September 21, 2009 at 7:30 pm
McPherson Playhouse
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Renowned CBC commentator Rex Murphy wraps up Camosun’s 2009 Speaker Series speaking on Canada and Other Matters of Opinion.

Tickets: $22.25; $7.75 off for students. Available at the McPherson Box Office, 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online at the above website.

The National Ballet of Canada - Special Performance
September 26, 2009 at 7:30 pm
Royal Theatre
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Ten of The National Ballet of Canada’s finest dancers offer an intimate performance of favorite works and pas de deux specially selected by Artistic Director Karen Kain.

Tickets: $86.25, $77.50, $68.75, $60.25, $51.50. Available at the McPherson Box Office, 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online at the above website.

Blue Man Group
October 2, 2009 at 8 pm
Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre
http://www.saveonfoodsmemorialcentre.com

Blue Man Group is a creative organization dedicated to creating exciting and innovative work in a wide variety of media.
Blue Man Group is best known for their wildly popular theatrical shows and concerts which combine music, comedy and multimedia theatrics to produce a totally unique form of entertainment. The blissful party atmosphere created at their live events has become the trademark of a Blue Man Group experience.

Tickets from $55 - $85.00 + applicable fees and charges. Available at www.selectyourtickets.com, charge-by-phone 250-220-7777 and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre Box Office.

Canada vs United States National Women's Hockey
October 5, 2009 at 7 pm
Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre
http://www.saveonfoodsmemorialcentre.com

This game in Victoria is one in a series of six exhibition games that Canada’s National Women’s Team will play against the United States’ Women’s National Team leading up to the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, BC.

Tickets: $26.10 and 36.10 + applicable fees and charges. Available at www.selectyourtickets.com, charge-by-phone 250-220-7777 and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre Box Office.

Royal Victoria Marathon
October 11, 2009
Downtown streets and waterfront areas.
http://www.royalvictoriamarathon.com

Victoria welcomes athletes from around the world to the 30th Royal Victoria Marathon that starts and finishes at Victoria's magnificent Inner Harbour. It also includes the Half Marathon, 8km Road Race, 1km Kids Fun Run.

For more information visit the website.

Sidney Fine Art Show
October 16 – 18, 2009
Mary Winspear Cultural Centre
http://blog.sidneyfineartshow.com/

Artists from the Peninsula and across Canada display hundreds of never-before-seen pieces in a wide variety of media in a juried show. All works for sale.

Tickets available at the door. For additional information visit the above website.

Signature Series - Victoria Symphony - The Planets
November 1, at 2:30 pm; November 2, at 8 pm
Royal Theatre
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Tania Miller, conductor / Sara Buechner, piano. Stravinsky Concerto for Piano and Wind Instruments.

Tickets: $68.50, $58.50, $48.50, $39.50, $29.50. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online at the above website.

Victoria Symphony - Beltone Pops Concerts -Glen, Tommy and Jack
October 22 & 23, at 8 pm; October 24, at 2 pm
Royal Theatre
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Conductor/trombonist David Martin's loving tribute to three great band leaders, featuring the swinging arrangements of Glen Miller, the gorgeous lyric playing of Tommy Dorsey, and the hot jazz of Jack Teagarden. Favourites include Sentimental Over You, Moonlight Serenade and In The Mood.

Tickets: $69.50, $63.50, $50.50, $39.50, $30.50. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online at the above website.

What a Wonderful World
December 11 & 12, at 8 pm; December 13, at 2 pm
Royal Theatre
http://www.rmts.bc.ca

Music Director Tania Miller conducts this year’s annual Christmas Pops. Featuring soprano Rachel Landrecht, this concert brings out the spirit of Christmas, and will leave you knowing this really is a Wonderful World.

Tickets: $69.50, $63.50, $50.50, $39.50, $30.50. Available at the McPherson and Royal Theatre Box Office, 250.386.6121 / 1.888.717.6121 or online at the above website.