Experience the Magic
And, get into the holiday spirit with family and friends. The first-ever Lights of Wonder takes place at Centennial Square from December 13 to 30.
Mark your calendars for greater Victoria’s largest, FREE outdoor light display
Downtown Victoria is transforming the square into a holiday wonderland. This outdoor event features themed light exhibits, four interactive light tunnels, and a 40-foot festive tree.
With free admission and for all ages, Lights of Wonder offers live entertainment, warm nibbles, and magical light displays.
Festive Tree
At 40-feet, this tree towers over the square.
Majestic Orca
Celebrating our beloved coast.
Koi Fish
Signifying good fortune for the community.
Dogwood Arch
Dogwood Arch to celebrate BC.
Photo Frame
Offering an opportunity to capture the moment.
Larger-than-life Crown
Connecting with our city’s namesake.
What You Will See …
Photo Frame
Offering an opportunity to capture the moment.
Festive Tree
At 40-feet, this tree towers over the square.
Majestic Orca
Celebrating our beloved coast.
Koi Fish
Signifying good fortune for the community.
Dogwood Arch
Dogwood Arch to celebrate BC.
Larger-than-life Crown
Connecting with our city’s namesake.
What’s On?
Lights of Wonder is FREE for all ages and open daily from December 13 – 30.
Friday, December 13
Opening DayGiving Booth:
9- 10 Soup Kitchen
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Saturday, December 14
Giving Booth
CFAX Santas Anonymous
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Sunday, December 15
Giving Booth
BC Children’s Hospital Foundation
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – storytelling
Thursday, December 19
Giving Booth:
Our Place
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Friday, December 20
Giving Booth
9 – 10 Soup Kitchen
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Saturday, December 21
Giving Booth
CFAX Santas Anonymous
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Sunday, December 22
Giving Booth
BC Children’s Hospital Foundation
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – storytelling
Wednesday, December 25
ClosedOur Lights of Wonder elves are resting.
Thursday, December 26
Giving Booth
Our Place
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – storytelling
Friday, December 27
Giving Booth
9 – 10 Soup Kitchen
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Saturday, December 28
Giving Booth
CFAX Santas Anonymous
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Sunday, December 29
Giving Booth
BC Children’s Hospital Foundation
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – storytelling
Monday, December 30
Last chance!Last day to experience Lights of Wonder.
Friday, December 13
Opening DayGiving Booth:
9- 10 Soup Kitchen
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Saturday, December 14
Giving Booth
CFAX Santas Anonymous
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Sunday, December 15
Giving Booth
BC Children’s Hospital Foundation
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – storytelling
Thursday, December 19
Giving Booth:
Our Place
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Friday, December 20
Giving Booth
9 – 10 Soup Kitchen
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Saturday, December 21
Giving Booth
CFAX Santas Anonymous
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Sunday, December 22
Giving Booth
BC Children’s Hospital Foundation
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – storytelling
Wednesday, December 25
ClosedOur Lights of Wonder elves are resting.
Thursday, December 26
Giving Booth
Our Place
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – storytelling
Friday, December 27
Giving Booth
9 – 10 Soup Kitchen
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Saturday, December 28
Giving Booth
CFAX Santas Anonymous
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – performances
Sunday, December 29
Giving Booth
BC Children’s Hospital Foundation
Entertainment:
Theatre SKAM – storytelling
Monday, December 30
Last chance!Last day to experience Lights of Wonder.
Our Sponsors
Making it all possible.
Thank you to our generous sponsors and media partners. It is only with these organizations’ support that Lights of Wonder has been possible. We are ever grateful for your support!
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Community Partners
Giving back to our community.
Thursday through Sunday, volunteers will be accepting donations at the Giving Booth on behalf of local charities. Click the button below to find out what types of donations each charity is requesting.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Earn Your Elf Stripes
Become a Volunteer!
Calling all elves! We’re looking for 100+ volunteers aged 16 and up who want to meet new people, give back to the downtown Victoria community, and support our Lights of Wonder Giving Booth for local charities. Application deadline is November 29, 2019.
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