Explore Esquimalt 2024

March 2024

Events in Esquimalt

Esquimalt has many hidden gems along with popular parks, restaurants and more. Come enjoy the sunny days of spring with us.

EVENTS

ESQUIMALT FARMERS MARKET

Starting April 4 — 4:30pm - 7:30PM

(Thursdays) Memorial Park Locally crafted goods, fresh vegetables, crafts and a variety of treats - the indoor market has lots to offer.

ESQUIMALT NIGHT MARKET

On now — 5 - 9:30PM

(Fridays) 614 Grenville St

The Bottle Drive will be raising funds for the Lions Christmas Food Hampers.

LIONS EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA

March 30 — 11AM - 2:30PM

Gorge Park Join the Esquimalt Lions Club at Gorge Park, by the Nature House and playground, for a variety of family-friendly activities.

KEN GILL & FORREST OWENS CHARITY HOCKEY TOURNAMENT

April 5 — 7:45AM - 5:45PM

Archie Browning Arena

Come watch the Professional Firefighters of Greater Victoria face off for the second annual tournament.

Eight local fire departments will be playing for their charities of choice in this all-day event. Come join the fun! Entrance is free. There will be a pancake breakfast in the morning, hot

dogs

ESQUIMALT 5K AND KIDS

FUN RUN

April 13 — 9AM

Archie Browning Sports Arena

Esquimalt is hosting its annual 5k and Kids 1K Fun Run! Join the community for one of the most scenic runs in the region. The route will take you to Saxe Point Park, through Macaulay Park, through peaceful neighbourhoods.

EARTH DAY CELEBRATIONS

April 17 — 10AM - 2PM

Highrock Carin Park Township staff are working with local schools and community members to help raise awareness about keeping our local parks and urban forests safe and healthy. Activities include invasive species removal, planting, trail building, and environmental stewardship. Come check it out!

GIGANTIC GARAGE SALE

few dollars. Household items, kids’ stuff, books, clothes and sporting equipment are only some examples of what you’ll see at our sale.

BUCCANEER DAYS BBQ AND CELEBRATION

May 10 (BBQ) — 12pm - 1:30pm

May 10 -12 (Celebration)

Bullen Park

Get your eye patch and sword ready – it’s pirate time! Come out and celebrate with us during this historic annual event that has activities for all ages. Learn more about the BBQ, pancake breakfast, craft & garden sale and the parade route. esquimaltbuccaneerdays.ca

MAYOR’S OPEN DOOR

May 16 — 9am - 11AM

members to share ideas or concerns with Mayor Barbara Desjardins. No appointments are necessary.

FORT MACAULAY INTERPRETATION

EVENT

May 25 — 9:30AM - 2:30PM

Macaulay Point Park

Learn about our local history! The interpretive tour will take place at 10:30am led by local historian, Jack Bates. The event will also feature members of the Victoria-Esquimalt Military Re-enactors Association with their encampment, the Esquimalt Archives, and others.

NEIGHBOURHOOD PARTY

June 8 — 11AM - 2PM

April 27 — 9AM - 1:30PM

Archie Browning Sports Centre Clean out your garage, get rid of your ‘stuff’ and make a

Esquimalt Municipal Hall Stop by the Municipal Hall to chat about what’s important to you. The Mayor’s Open Door is an opportunity for community

Bullen Park Esquimalt’s biggest block party is back! The rec centre parking lot is taken over for the afternoon and lled with local vendors, music, and games for kids. Don’t leave without stopping by Bullen Park for the bouncy castle and other kid friendly activities.

NAVY RUN

June 22 — 8:15AM - 10:30AM

CFB Esquimalt Come run with the Navy! 5km walk/run and 10km run. Open to all. Register at navyrunesquimalt.com/

Find our event list at Esquimalt.ca/community-events or subscribe to our newsletter.

later in the afternoon and hot drinks available all day courtesy of Esquimalt Lions.