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Exciting Events in Victoria this October

posted by BW Vancouver Island on 9/15/2015 2:18:43 PM

While fall season is slowly approaching and days are getting shorter, we are lucky to enjoy warm and sunny weather on the West Coast. The season gives us colorful streets, unique atmosphere and the mood to enjoy the artistic works. You will have a chance to attend a variety of cultural and sport events this October and here are just a few of them:

Garden City Grooves Music Festival | October 1-3, 2015 | Victoria

Music lovers will appreciate Garden City Grooves Music Festival where you can enjoy 3 nights of great live funk music that makes you move! With its vibrant soul-funk scene, Victoria is a perfect place to get the vibes of the festival. Each band at the festival is unique and has its own story. Meet the artists and listen to this amazing, inspiring music that lasted the test of time!

GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon | October 11, 2015 | Victoria

For those who enjoy active lifestyle and outdoor activities, the annual event features 36^th GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon. Register as soon as possible and challenge yourself for a great run to set a new Marathon course record. Don’t miss the chance to win the total prize purse for the Marathon and Half Marathon of $46,650! Bring your family and friends to celebrate your excellent shape!

Ghosts of Victoria Festival | October 17 – 31, 2015 | Victoria

Victoria has its atmosphere of an old city to celebrate one of the most awaited holidays of the fall – Halloween! Ghosts of Victoria Festival is an annual festival with many activities across the city. There are ghost-bus and walking tours. Such an excellent opportunity to explore the city and have lots of fun!

Our Best Western Vancouver Island Hotels are comfortably located to give you an opportunity to explore the area and visit as many attractions as possible. So, find your room now to get the most out of your fall vacation!

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September

Raise Your Glass in Victoria this September

posted by BW Vancouver Island on 9/1/2015 11:59:30 AM

Vancouver Island has a reputation for quality food and drink. From local farms and markets to some of the best craft breweries in the world, the island has it all. Visitors can see wineries, cheeseries, and more in a day, so it makes sense that there should be some events celebrating this plethora of good taste. We’ve found three of the best events for eating and drinking so that you can spend less time looking and more time enjoying!

The Great Canadian Beer Festival – Sept 11-12

Who doesn’t love beer? Victorians set out to prove that they just happen to love it a little more than most with their annual beer festival. With dozens of brewers from all over the country, this event truly is as Canadian as it is great, so grab your tankards, sleeves, flights, and frosty mugs and get ready to enjoy an incredible and delicious variety of suds. Learn more about the Great Canadian Beer Fest here.

Summer Social Harvest Dinner – Sept. 24

The Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse will be host to one of the best dinners in Victoria, the Harvest Dinner. Attendees will enjoy an evening of locally grown food paired with award-winning cider. The four-course meal will take place as you watch the sun set over the orchards, so this meal is sure to be one that will be remembered. To enhance your experience, you’ll even be shuttled to the meal from downtown Victoria and back again. Learn more here.

Victoria Wine Festival – Sept. 25-26

Finish off your fine-dining month with a bit of wine at the Victoria Wine Festival. Held at the glamourous Parkside Hotel, your ticket will get your free tastings over 350 wines from dozens of wineries, niblets of food, and plenty of information as seminars will be held between the tastings. You’ll have a chance to meet some of the trade professionals who crafted the wines you enjoy so much, and much more. Learn more here.

Once you’re full from your meals and drinks, you can look forward to a relaxing night of sleep in our Victoria hotel, right at the inner harbour and just steps away from these great events. Or take a look at our other Vancouver island locations here. We look forward to your visit!