Happy Canada Day everyone! As Canadians across the country celebrate the day that Canada confederated, SpringTide Whale Watching would like to share some fun activities that are happening locally in Victoria.
SpringTide Whale Watching
Join us aboard a Zodiac or Covered Vessel for an exciting 3 hour whale watching tour. There is no better way to celebrate Canada than to experience its beautiful coastline and marine wildlife. Our Tours are departing at 10:00, 14:00 and 17:30 on July 1st, so make sure to call and make a reservation!
Canada Day Downtown
If you are looking to spend your day or evening downtown, there will be plenty to do! From noon to late evening, there will be an impressive line-up of local performers, family friendly activities and multicultural programming, culminating in spectacular fireworks over Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Bring your family or friends and find a nice spot to sit on Parliament’s lawn to enjoy all the excitement!
Canada Day Inner Harbour Sunset Fireworks Paddleboard Tour
If you are looking to spend your evening on the water, Local Adventure Tours is planning group paddle board excursions to watch the evening fireworks! Come watch the sun go down from the Inner Harbour to then watch the lights come up for this spectacular display! Boards are limited, so make sure that you book as soon as possible!
Find more at https://www.localadventuretours.com/
Canada Day at the Gorge
Want to spend Canada Day away from downtown, but not miss out on all the action? Visit the Gorge Waterway between Tillicum and Admirals Road for a fun-packed day! There will be a Canada Day Family Parade, Pancake Breakfast, Canada Day Show and Shine car show, Gorge on Art, multicultural food, voyageur canoe rides on the Gorge, Canada Day Artisan Market and even more!
Find out more at http://www.gorgecanadaday.ca/
Victoria Jazz Festival
Attend the last day of the Victoria Jazz Festival on July 1st! The Victoria Jazz Festival is the longest running multi-day professional music festival serving audiences on Vancouver Island.
The shows are at multiple venues including, the Royal Theatre, the Mcpherson Playhouse, the Dave Dunnet Community Theatre and more!
To purchase tickets and view the lineup visit their website at http://jazzvictoria.ca/jazz-fest/page/2018-jazzfest-tickets!