Ho Ho Ho Holiday Events in James Bay!
November 27, 2009 by admin
Filed under Entertainment, Events, Main Content, News
James Bay is a pretty entertaining if not eclectic place to get into the ho ho ho holiday spirit.
Let’s face it, there’s plenty to keep you busy, especially if you’re an outdoor enthusiast and nature lover. Why not try roasting chestnuts, marshmallows or weiners on an open fire down on the beach below Holland Point or perhaps on the low tide gravel and sand bars around Ogden Point? What do you mean you’re bored looking through your binoculars for a sleigh pulled by some very red-nosed reindeers and a merry man in a rotund red-suit with a long white beard yelling ho-ho-ho at the top of his lungs?
On the other hand, you’re probably more interested in some fun and frolic during this wonderful winter season.
Daily Thursday, November 26 – January 3 – 10am – 6pm
"Ginger Bread House Display" at Laurel Point Inn, 680 Montreal Street– Feast your eyes and noses on the creative inspirations of local chefs who make all manner of mouth-watering things from gingerbread! Free event with donations to Habitat for Humanity appreciated
Daily Monday, November 16 – December 20
9th Annual Bear Wear Display at the Hotel Grand Pacific, 463 Belleville Street. Check out the best-dressed teddy bears in town and vote for your favorite ($2 suggested donation) and place your bid for a silent auction! Funds raised at “Bear Wear 2009” go to the Queen Alexandra Foundation School Age Program for children with special needs. Tel: 250.721.6855 – For tickets call 250.386.0450 ($10 per adult, $7 for first child and $5 for each child thereafter).
Daily Wednesday, November 18 – January 4 (Day and evening)
“Festival of Trees” on display throughout the Fairmont Hotel, 721 Government Street. You’ll never be disappointed with this myriad of merry-minded trees for the holiday season, with donations accepted for the BC Children’s hospital. Local businesses, organizations and individuals decorate the trees – in a sometimes wacky, often irreverent and always stunning way!
Every Friday & Saturday Evening
November 21-December 19 – 7:00 pm
"Victoria Harbour Ferry Santa Ballet" – Presented by Victoria Harbour Ferries dancing to Christmas music in Victoria’s spectacular Inner Harbour! Take a peek at how these world-famous skippers take their iconic wee green boats through a precision choreographed water ballet. Free event.
Wednesday, December 2 – 2:00 pm
“Elf” — Funny family-friendly film about innocence, goodness and Christmas cheer starring Will Ferrell, James Caan, Bob Newhart. Popcorn and lots of laughs. James Bay New Horizons Activity Center, 234 Menzies Street: Cost of Admission: $2.00 per person
Saturday, December 5 – 10 am – 4:00 pm
“29th Annual Dickens Craft Fair” at James Bay Community School, 140 Oswego Street. Organized by James Bay Market Society, this handmade and homegrown extravaganza offers visitors an opportunity to pick out some very unique and affordable gifts for family members, friends and even a foe (ho ho ho). Admission by donation, with proceeds going to support the James Bay Market Society. Contact: 250.381.5323 or email: dickens@jamesbaymarket.com for more information. (Hop on direct bus #16, #30 or #31).
Saturday, December 5 – 7:00 pm
"20th Annual Lighted Ship Parade". The festively decorated ships will make two loops of the Inner Harbour after the Lighted Truck Parade passes by the Inner Harbour caseway. Enjoy the lights from a vantage point at Laurel Point, the Inner Harbour in front of the legislature or over at Ship Point where there will be night market with live entertainment and local artisans presenting holiday wares (from 5-9 pm)! Free event!
Saturday, December 5 – 4-7pm "Deck the Docks" Holiday Lights go on at Fisherman’s Wharf, (access off St. lawrence at Superior, or at Dallas and Erie).
Sunday, December 6 – 1:00-3:00 pm
“Teddy Bear Party for the Kids” – Hotel Grand Pacific, 463 Belleville Street. Children aged 3 to 10 are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal and favourite grown-up for cookies, milk and fun – with a visit by Santa to round off the afternoon. Tickets available from November 17, in advance only at Hotel Grand Pacific. Funds raised at “Bear Wear 2009” go to the Queen Alexandra Foundation School Age Program for children with special needs. Tel: 250.721.6855 – For tickets call 250.386.0450 ($10 per adult, $7 for first child and $5 for each child thereafter).
Sunday, December 6 – 4:30 pm-5:00 pm
"Carillon Light Up at the Royal BC Museum", 675 Belleville Street. Ring in the season with a sing-along concert. Live music will be provided by Provincial Carilloneur Rosemary Laing, choir members and members of the public! Song sheets will be available along with free hot chocolate and cookies. Following the concert, the Carillon will be lit for the season!
Tuesday, December 8 – 4:30-5:30 pm
Celebrate “Lighting of Legislature Christmas Tree” on the front lawns of the BC Provincial Legislature. Features festive children’s choir, Christmas Carols band, plus hot chocolate and cookies for the entire family! Free event. Sponsored by the Legislative Assembly, Public Education & Outreach – Tel: 250.387.8669 Email: peo@leg.bc.ca
Wednesday, December 9 – 2:00 pm
“Christmas Crackers Concert" by “Seniors on Stage” – Live performances featuring variety of songs, dances, and skits plus snacks and oodles of fun. James Bay New Horizons Activity Center, 234 Menzies Street. Cost: $4.00 per person
Wednesday, December 9 – 5:00 pm
"Seniors Holiday Dinner" – a traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings, hosted by the James Bay Community School, 140 Oswego Street, Victoria, B.C. Purchase tickets in advance from James Bay Community School receptionist, $7.50 each.
Wednesday, December 16 – 1:00-3:00 pm
“Community Holiday Celebration” – everyone invited! Hosted by James Bay Community Project Family Resource Centre, 547 Michigan Street
Wednesday, December 16 – 5:00 pm
"Family Holiday Dinner" – Glazed ham with all the holiday trimmings and a visit from scintillating Santa! A special event hosted by the James Bay Community School, 140 Oswego Street, Victoria, BC. Purchase tickets in advance from James Bay Community School receptionist – $6.50 each for adults, $4.50 each for children.
Friday, December 25 – 1:00 pm
“Christmas Dinner” with all the trimmings and treats! Prepared and served by James Bay New Horizons and James Bay United Church volunteers. Tickets on sale – December 12. Cost: $12 per ticket
