Spring Break is just around the corner, Victoria!
If you’re in need of a way to keep the kids busy, curious and entertained while school is out, we’ve got you covered.
From hands-on workshops and creative camps to nature storytimes, museum exhibits and community events, the city is packed with activities designed to spark imagination and encourage exploration.
Whether you’re looking for a fun afternoon outing or planning a full week of adventures, there’s an activity on this list for you.
Here are 11 spring break activities happening in and around Greater Victoria:
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition
Experience the wonders of the natural world through the eyes of photographers around the globe at the 61st annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at the Royal BC Museum.
This iconic exhibit from London’s Natural History Museum returns to Victoria, offering stunning photography that showcases the planet’s breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife and powerful moments from the natural world.
From ocean creatures to jungle dwellers, this 2026 collection promises to leave you in awe, highlighting the beauty and fragility of nature.
- Where: Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street
- When: Monday to Sunday – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
All-Ages Board Game Night
Visit the Vic West Community Association (VWCA) for their free, monthly drop-in board game night!
Go with friends or play with a group of your neighbour’s and community members. This event is completely free and open to all ages.
Drop-in and play one of their over 100 board games.
Popcorn will be available by donation.
- Where: Vic West Community Association, 521 Craigflower Road
- When: Friday, March 13th – 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
kidsFUNd Skate
Head to G R Pearkes Recreation Centre for a specially priced drop-in skate session to support kidsFUNd in helping low-income Saanich families participate in camps, lessons, social activities and more.
Single admission with skate rentals included is $3.50, and family admission with skate rentals included is $10.
All admission proceeds benefit kidsFUNd directly.
- Where: G R Pearkes Recreation Centre, 3100 Tillicum Road
- When: Saturday, March 14th – 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Spring Play Days at Indigo
Every day from March 15th to 21st for a delightful story and activity in Indigo’s kids activity corner.
They’ll be hosting events at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. daily during this time frame. Click here for the various activities to book your spot.
Please note: there is a $5 reservation fee required for each event. The reservation fee will be returned to you in the form of a $5 gift card on the day of the event. No reservations are required for parents or guardians.
- Where: Indigo Mayfair, 3147 Douglas Street
- When: Sunday, March 15th to Saturday, March 21st – various times
Family Sunday: Care and Meaning
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria (AGGV) wants to welcome you to March Family Sunday!
Through the art of Simranpreet Anand, Emily Carr and Dana Claxton, you are invited to explore through art making how you can show others what has meaning to you and what you care about, including things and ideas such as personal identity, family history and the environment.
Play with pixelation to make a picture of your favourite food or belongings, help to build a sculpture using strips of recycled fabrics and paint a postcard inspired by excerpts from Emily Carr’s journals.
Entry is included with museum admission.
- Where: Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, 1040 Moss Street
- When: Sunday, March 15th – 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Spring Break Camp: Gallery Explorers
Another unique opportunity will be taking place at the AGGV this spring break!
Explore the current exhibitions and the AGGV’s permanent collection, led by the gallery’s fun and engaging studio instructor team.
Building on the works and ideas discovered in the gallery, campers will experiment with a variety of mediums and processes to create their own works of art.
All materials and supplies are provided.
Space is limited—secure your spot here!
- Where: Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, 675 Belleville Street
- When: Monday, March 23rd to Friday, March 27th – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Storytime at Swan Lake with GVPL
The Greater Victoria Public Library (GVPL) is hosting free nature-themed storytime at Swan Lake!
Join the library for fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes and puppets for young children ages one to five and their families, followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play.
Learn more here!
- Where: Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary, 3873 Swan Lake Road
- When: Friday, March 20th – 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Bethelene Hart Children’s Book Signing at Indigo
Join Indigo on Saturday, March 21st for a book signing with children’s author Bethelene Hart.
She’ll be signing copies of her books The Magic Pee and Other Surprises, Ben’s Big Feelings in a Little Body and Welcoming a New Baby.
- Where: Indigo Mayfair, 3147 Douglas Street
- When: Saturday, March 21st – 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Sea Glass Jewelry Creative Workshop
Join the Maritime Museum of BC to learn about the history and beauty of sea glass in this hands-on workshop.
Design your very own stunning piece of jewelry using locally sourced sea glass. No experience necessary!
You’ll leave with a unique and wearable work of art that captures the beauty of the sea.
Registration includes workshop, all supplies, and admission to the Maritime Museum of BC. Tickets are $30 per person—get yours here!
- Where: Maritime Museum of BC, 744 Douglas Street
- When: Saturday, March 21st – 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
kidsFUNd Swim
Take part in a specially priced drop-in swimming session to support kidsFUNd in helping low-income Saanich families participate in camps, lessons, social activities, and more.
Single admission is $3.50, and family admission is $10.
All admission proceeds benefit kidsFUNd directly.
- Where: Saanich Commonwealth Place, 4636 Elk Lake Drive
- When: Sunday, March 29th – 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Sidney Museum – LEGO® Brick Exhibition
The Sidney Museum is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its LEGO Brick Exhibition, running now through April 6th, which showcases a wide variety of fan-favourite displays from over the years.
Admission by donation.
- Where: The Sidney Museum and Archives, 2423 Beacon Avenue
- When: Monday to Sunday – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Know of a spring break event that should be added to the list? Let us know in the comment section below or email us at info@victoriabuzz.com.
