Victoria Symphony

Messiah by Candlelight
2026-12-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-12-13 14:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | Christ Church Cathedral, 930 Burdett Ave
“Hallelujah!” In 1741, Handel composed his great oratorio Messiah in just three weeks, and its message of hope and redemption has echoed ever since. Victoria’s magnificent Christ Church Cathedral glows with candlelight as the VS, local choirs, and four outstanding soloists bring this timeless story to life—a tradition that has sold out two years in a row!

Christmas Pops with the VS (Sidney Matinee)
2026-12-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada
Santa Claus isn’t the only one coming to town! Maestro Giuseppe Pietraroia and the VS make a welcome return to Sidney for the annual favourite Christmas Pops tradition. Bringing you music for The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, from holiday classics to spirited renditions of favourite carols, join us for a festive celebration right in your own backyard!
Not included in subscription purchase discount. Single tickets on sale starting July 21, 2026.

Christmas Pops with the VS (Sidney Evening)
2026-12-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave, Sidney, British Columbia, V8L 1W9, Canada

Christmas Pops with the VS (Qualicum Beach Matinee)
2026-12-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach, BC, V9K 1S7, Canada
Santa Claus isn’t the only one coming to town! Maestro Giuseppe Pietraroia and the VS make a welcome return to Qualicum Beach for the annual favourite Christmas Pops tradition. Bringing you music for The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, from holiday classics to spirited renditions of favourite carols, join us for a festive celebration right in your own backyard!
Tickets: $35 | General Admission (not included in subscription purchase discount)
Tickets on sale at The Mulberry Bush Book Store | 130 Second Ave. West, Qualicum Beach | 250-752-9722

Christmas Pops with the VS (Qualicum Beach Evening)
2026-12-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, 747 Jones St, Qualicum Beach, BC, V9K 1S7, Canada

New Year's Day Celebration
2027-01-01 14:30 - 16:30 | Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton St
Ring in the New Year with sparkling arias, choruses, and dances in Victoria’s most joyful musical tradition. Tenor Matthew Cairns joins Ballet Victoria and members of the Pacific Opera Victoria Chorus for an afternoon brimming with glamour, melody, and celebration. A toast to 2027 that has sold out three years running!
