Victoria BC Craft Shows
Welcome to the best markets and craft fairs that Victoria BC. has to offer!
We hope you enjoy wandering through our summer markets and fall craft fairs. Our local Vancouver Island artisans love showcasing their unique talents and professional attributes. Come, wander, and awe at the variety of mediums, innovation in style, and of course let us not forget the incredible tastes to tease even the most discerning of pallets.
Artisan; a worker who practices a trade or handicraft, one who produces something in limited quantities often using traditional methods
Creative; having the quality of something created rather than imitated
Unique; being without a like or equal, distinctively characteristic
Prize; something exceptionally desirable
This is your guide to visiting the best of Victoria's local markets & craft fairs. We want you to enjoy the creative works of our Island Artisans and hopefully take home the ultimate souvenir, your own unique prize! A beautifully skilled and handcrafted piece, a true reflection of our Vancouver Island lifestyle.
Our distinctive 'West Coast' lifestyle really is a complex balance of respect for the individual spirit and appreciation of all nature's beauty and offerings. The creativity in the soul cannot resist these inspirations making our arts community a richly diverse yet incredibly supportive. As you wander through Victoria we hope you enjoy the nature, the heritage, the hospitality, the food, and of course our art!
At Ashcroft House historic bed and breakfast; with incredibly comfortable nights sleep,and our sumptuous 4-course breakfast, you all set to explore our warm and friendly city of Victoria.
Enjoy the diversity of our picturesque harbour city; and to top off your exploration list are the abundance of local arts, galleries, markets, and craft fairs. Here is your list of the best seasonal displays.
Happy hunting for that perfect prize!
Summer Markets
Bastion Square Public Market
Thursday through Sunday 10:30am – 7:30pm April through October
(many smaller happenings Mon–Wed as well)
A colourful and eclectic “Open Air Artisan Marketplace” with busking entertainment. A variety of mediums, disciplines, and visual arts as well as amazing your taste buds with the culinary arts of the Island Chefs Collaborative open Thursdays and Fridays in the market from 10 am to 5 pm, or until sold out.
Government Street Public Market
Sundays and holidays 11:00am – 4:30pm May through September
A vibrant market of local and import designs, clothing, crafts, and umm – food!
Causeway Day Market
All year, full participation May through October 10:00am – 11:00pm
Explore the lower harbour causeway showcasing visual arts, musicians and street performers.
Inner Harbour Night Market
mid June through Labour Day weekend 7pm - 11pm
A wonderful collection of favorite artisans and entertainment by local musicians and performers.
Moss Street Market
Saturdays May through October 10am – 2pm
A true “organic” market – make it, bake it, or grow it. Enjoy local flavours and flares at their best.
James Bay Market
Saturdays May through October 9am – 3pm
Browse local artisans, crafters, culinary creators, and musicians throughout the day.
Sidney Summer Market
Thursdays June through September 5:30pm – 9pm
Entertainment on every block of Beacon Avenue, fresh produce, local crafts, amazing food, and fantastic entertainment.
Fall Craft Fairs
Exploring Victoria in the fall offers you the best our local artists, craftsmen, and epicureans are offering, BC's most famous holiday delights. With a history of over 20 years running the reputation of Victoria BC's holiday craft fairs attracts the best of the best, talent from all of British Columbia. This is your chance to discover the perfect holiday gift, uniquely handcrafted originals, and just maybe that one creative piece you can't be without.
Below is an intriguing list of our largest and most popular shows to assist you with your trip planning.
I will update our list with the 2009 confirmed dates as soon as I have them.
25th Annual Strawberry Vale Craft Fair
11 High Street
Juried - photography, art, glass, jewelry, wood, body products, pet care, pottery, fabric, clothing, gourmet foods
http://www.sewcute.ca/craftfair.htm
20th Annual First Chance Christmas Craft Show
Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Ave Sidney
Juried - high quality new and returning favorite artisans - unique & one of a kind finds and truly scrumptious treats
32nd Annual Creative Craft Fairs
Pearkes Rec Centre, 3100 Tillicum Road
large and popular fair with over 150 professional exhibitors from BC
http://www.creativecraftfairs.com/
23rd Annual Calico Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair
Pacific Christian School, 654 Agnes Street
over 110 new and returning artists filling 2 gyms with unique and contemporary treasures
24th Annual Pacific Rim Potters Fall Show and Sale
Knox Church Hall, 2964 Richmond Rd.
10 Island potters present their unique pottery, raku, and porcelain creations
Victoria Book & Paper Show - the biggest "Paper" show in Western Canada
Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Ave Sidney
100+ dealers and collectors - all types of old & printed items - books, stamps, comics, maps, brochures, photos, autographs, etc, experts available
Victorian Craft Fair
Saanich Commonwealth Place 4636 Elk Lake Road
Catch the Christmas spirit and enjoy more than 80 hand picked artisans, all hand crafted works in almost every craft medium possible
Victoria Toy Show
Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Ave Sidney
antique and collectible toys for sale and trade, experts available
http://www.victoriatoyshow.com/
21st Annual Out of Hand Craft Fair
Victoria Conference Centre, m720 Douglas St
A Victoria tradition of fine crafts, artisan food & studio furniture, 35% new vendors
http://www.outofhand.ca/
19th Annual A Touch of Saltspring - Arts and Crafts Show
Panorama Recreation Centre, 1885 Forest Park Drive
Unique and thoughtful gifts offered from over 230 artisans, well known artisans in various mediums
http://www.atouchofsaltspring.com/
Magical Christmas Gift Show
Pearkes Rec Centre, 3100 Tillicum Road
Enjoy the floodlit sparkle of amazing Christmas decor, wonderful holiday shopping and innovative holiday demonstrations
http://www.artshows.com/
21st Annual Gifts For Myself & Others
DaVinci Centre, 195 Bay St
find those elusive gifts from over 30 juried members of the Island Artisans Association
20th Annual Last Chance Christmas Craft Show
Mary Winspear Centre 2243 Beacon Ave Sidney
Juried - high quality new and returning favorite artisans - unique & one of a kind finds and truly scrumptious treats.
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