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Victoria Highland Games & Celtic Festival

May 9, 11:00 AM to May 17, 5:00 PM

Topaz Park and Victoria festival locations, Victoria

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The 163rd Highland Games runs May 9-17, with the main Topaz Park weekend May 16-17.

Book aheadBest for familiesFestivals

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Best as a Victoria day or weekend.

Checked May 2 via Destination Greater Victoria

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Esquimalt Buccaneer Days

May 8, 10:00 AM to May 10, 4:00 PM · Archie Browning Place · Victoria · Free entry; rides and activities may vary

Esquimalt’s festival weekend packs in the midway, parade, marketplace, kids activities, and food.

Best as part of a Victoria weekend.

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Check details Destination Greater Victoria listingChecked May 2 via Destination Greater Victoria