Meet up with a naturalist to learn more about this gem of a park, as well as about native plants and animals, conservation efforts and more!   This is a FREE event.   Date: July 17, 2026 Time: 9:30am to 10:30am Venue: Playfair Park (meet at the playground area)   Sign up here   The […]

You're invited to this free event celebrating incredible Indigenous performers from across Vancouver Island and beyond.  There will also be an Indigenous market and food vendors on site.   Date: July 25, 2026 Time: 4pm to 8pm Where: Hampton Park (Tillicum Road or Seaton Street)   Find more information here

  The RCMP Musical Ride is (sadly) SOLD OUT! Tickets to this always popular event go on sale on June 1, 2026.  You can purchase tickets on the Saanich Fair website at https://saanichfair.ca/ Date:  August 7, 2026 Time:  5pm to 8pm Venue:  Saanich Fairgrounds (1528 Stelly's Cross Road) This amazing show was last here in 2017.  […]

Snakes, reptiles, amphibians, oh my!   Join CRD Parks naturalists for this family friendly event. There will be special guest organizations for exhibits, displays, and activities all about some of our sssslithery, sssslimy, and sssscaly friends.   Guided walks will be offered throughout the event and there will be something for everyone to enjoy.   […]

Music in the Park Come out and join your neighbours for an evening of music at Rutledge Park. Bring a comfy chair or blanket.  Bring a picnic or visit a food truck. There will be info booths to visit and a "dance floor" in front of the stage. See you there!

A Saanich Peninsula Tradition Since 1868, the Fair is back again this year! The Saanich Fair is one of the oldest continuously running agricultural fairs in British Columbia.  Every Labour Day weekend, thousands of visitors come together to celebrate the agricultural roots of the Saanich Peninsula. From livestock exhibitions and produce competitions to live music, […]

Tradition and Culture Come Alive September 30th marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.  The annual South Island Powwow is an opportunity to recognize survivors and their families in the spirit of reconciliation through song and dance -  traditional Indigenous culture and resiliency is celebrated. Date:  Wednesday, September 30, 2026 Time:  Gates Open at 10am - Grand […]