This BC long weekend, prepare to be dazzled by not one, not two, but three different fireworks shows happening and around Victoria!
Let’s face it – we’re a city that loves our aerial displays, and for good reason. What better way to celebrate a special occasion than with fireworks?
So without further ado, here’s where and when you can catch these sparkling spectacles over the weekend:
1. Butchart Gardens
- What: Butchart Garden’s Saturday night fireworks displays during the summer are always the talk of the town! This year, they began on June 30th, and the last show will take place on September 1st. A seat to the fireworks are included with purchase of tickets, so head there early to stake out a good spot!
- When: Saturday, August 4th, 9:30 p.m.
- Where: Butchart Gardens, 800 Benvenuto Ave, Brentwood Bay
- Admission: Adult ticket prices for the summer: $33.10. Click here for more information.
2. Victoria Symphony Splash
- What: The 29th Annual Victoria Symphony Splash is one of the largest annual symphony events in North America, and attracts up to 40,000 Victoria residents and visitors from all over the world. As in years past, the performances will be capped off with an incredible fireworks display set to the bombast of Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture.”
- When: Sunday, August 5th, fireworks between 9:30 – 10 p.m.
- Where: Victoria Inner Harbour
- Admission: By donation
3. Victoria HarbourCats Game
- What: Don’t miss the last HarbourCats fireworks show of the season! This time honoured tradition is just as instrumental to ball games in Victoria as peanuts and crackerjack and we can’t wait to watch their awesome display.
- When: Monday, August 6th, fireworks start right after the game, between 9 – 10 p.m.
- Where: Wilson’s Group Stadium at Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Avenue
- Admission:Fireworks are included with purchase of tickets. Adult tickets start at $15. Click here to purchase.
Remember: if your pets are afraid fo fireworks, leave them at home!
