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Victoria at Dusk

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Event Period

February 13 @ 5:00 pm

to March 15 @ 8:00 pm

Admission

Free

Victoria at Dusk

About Victoria at Dusk

Victoria at Dusk is a journey of lights, art, and discovery through downtown Victoria. This new winter arts festival unfolds over the Family Day long weekend from Friday, February 13 to Sunday, February 15, 2026, featuring an illuminated, walkable trail of creative experiences and a welcoming, all-ages community hub. Among standout Victoria events this season, Victoria at Dusk brings warmth and wonder to winter nights.

What to Expect

Follow a self-guided route through light-based installations, performance art, storytelling, music, and interactive activities. Along the way, encounter storytellers, performers, and temporary public art that celebrate the people and places of Victoria. Brought to you by the City of Victoria's OUR DWTN program and produced by The Wilder, Victoria at Dusk invites connection and creativity in the heart of downtown—an inspiring highlight of arts and culture events Vancouver Island enjoys each winter.

Dates, Time, and Locations

Experience Victoria at Dusk from 5–9 pm, Friday, February 13 to Sunday, February 15, 2026. The walkable route includes Ship Point, Bastion Square, Government Street, the Victoria Conference Centre, and the Royal BC Museum. This free, multi-night event requires no tickets and welcomes all ages—perfect for those seeking free events Vancouver Island offers over the long weekend.

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Frequently Asked Questions

It runs Friday, February 13 to Sunday, February 15, 2026, over the Family Day long weekend. Experiences are open nightly from 5 to 9 pm.
The self-guided, walkable route connects Ship Point, Bastion Square, Government Street, the Victoria Conference Centre, and the Royal BC Museum.
Admission is free on all nights and no tickets or registration are required.
Discover light-based installations, performance art, storytelling, music, and interactive activities celebrating the people and places of Victoria.
Yes, it is an all ages winter arts festival with a welcoming community hub and creative experiences for everyone.
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