A number of free special events and programs are held at the Parliament Buildings throughout the year.
Please check this page for regular updates.
Light Up at the Parliament Buildings
Friday, November 28
3:30 - 6:30 pm
Join us for an afternoon of music inside the Parliament Buildings before moving outside to light up the Parliament Buildings.
This event is free to attend and no advance registration or tickets are required. Everyone is welcome!
3:30 - 5:30 pm: Join us inside to see the Christmas Tree, for family-friendly activities, and performances by the Greater Victoria Concert Band, the Joy of Life Choir, and the Reynolds Carol Band.
6:00 - 6:30 pm: Join us outside on the front driveway for choral performances by the Glenlyon Norfolk Middle School Choir and the Willows Elementary School Choir and to see the lighting of the Parliament Buildings.
Celebrate the Season
Join us throughout the month of December for free musical performances in the Upper Rotunda of the Parliament Buildings. No registration required. All are welcome!
Friday, December 5 - 12:00 pm St. Joseph's Elementary School Choir
Friday, December 5 - 4:00 pm Vancouver Island Chamber Choir
Monday, December 8 - 12:00 pm Christ Church Cathedral School String Ensemble & Young Choristers
Tuesday, December 9 - 12:00 pm South Island Harmony, A Cappella chorus
Wednesday, December 10 - 12:00 pm Folkestra
Thursday, December 11 - 12:00 pm Cascade quartet
Thursday, December 11 - 4:00 pm Voices in Motion
Friday, December 12 - 12:00 pm Linden Singers of Victoria
Monday, December 15 - 12:00 pm Ensemble Laude
Monday, December 15 - 4:00 pm Island Ukuleles
Tuesday, December 16 - 12:00 pm St. Patrick's Elementary School Choir
Wednesday, December 17 - 12:00 pm Lake Hill Elementary
Wednesday, December 17 - 4:00 pm Oak Bay Secondary Choir
Thursday, Decemeber 18 - 12:00 pm Greater Victoria Concert Band
Thursday, Decemeber 18 - 4:00 pm SingYourJoy Children's Choruses
Tea and Tour
This program includes a light breakfast in the Parliamentary Dining Room followed by a guided walking tour with a costumed member of the Parliamentary Players Program.
Visitors can expect to explore the history and significance of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia and engage directly with an historical character from British Columbia’s past.
Cost:
The tour is free. The cost of the breakfast is $17.00 per person, which includes sales tax and gratuity.
Time:
Each session runs from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
Dates:
There are no dates confirmed at this time. Please check back again soon.
Registration Information:
Each program has a maximum of 20 participants. Visitors should arrive ten minutes early to pass through security screening. Please note that the Parliament Buildings are wheelchair and walker accessible. For more information on accessibility, please click here.
Treasures from the Library Vault
A free, hour-long learning program that provides a close look at fragile, unique, and valuable items stored in the Legislative Library vault.
Session for the season have concluded. Please check this page again for information in the Winter.
Family Day
Come and spend a fun-filled Family Day at the B.C. Parliament Buildings.
Each year in February, visitors are welcome to join us for free activities on Family Day.
We hope to see you then!
Date: See you in 2026.
Halloween
Trick or Treating at the Parliament Buildings
Each year, on Halloween, children and families are invited to Trick or Treat at the B.C. Parliament Buildings.
Please join us to enjoy some spooky treats and participate in festive activities! There is no need to register for Trick or Treating—simply come to the Parliament Buildings in your Hallowe’en costume and have fun!
The Haunted Life of Francis Rattenbury
In October, learn the chilling tale of The Haunted Life of Francis Rattenbury in a free, hour-long theatrical tour.
Times for 2026 will be announced in the fall.
