Cherry blossoms are in full bloom, spring break is behind us, and it's officially summer camp planning season. If you haven’t booked your camps yet, now’s the time—some big registration dates are days away. We’re also getting a head start in the garden, grabbing veggie starts from Mason Street Farms and digging in with the kids. And don’t miss Kidovate this weekend—a fun youth entrepreneurship market taking place downtown!

☀️ Summer camps in Victoria

Stressed about summer camp registration? It’s a close second only to the chaos of swim sign-ups here in Victoria! While some of the most popular camps have already opened for registration, major ones—like those run by local rec centres—are gearing up to open in the next week or two.

We’ve rounded up a list of popular summer camps in Victoria, complete with registration dates, times, and handy links. Mark your calendars and set those alarms!

REGISTRATION OPEN NOW

Big Brothers Big Sisters: [Register Now]
Braefoot Community Association: [Register Now]
Glenlyon Norfolk School: [Register Now]
Kids Klub: Open now for enrolled families [Register Now]
PISE (Pacific Institute for Sport Education): [Register Now]
Science Venture at UVic: [Register Now]
St. Margaret's School: [Register Now]
St. Michaels University School: [Register Now]
VicWest Community Center: [Register Now]
Vikes Recreation: [Register Now]
Western Educational Adventures: [Register Now]​
YMCA-YWCA (Camp Thunderbird): [Register Now]

⏰ REG OPENS SOON

City of Victoria Recreation: View on April 7. Opens April 14 @ 7:00 AM [Info]
Esquimalt Rec: Opens April 10 @ 7:00 AM [Info]
Kids Klub: Opens April 14 @ 6:00 AM for new families [Info]
Oak Bay Rec: Opens April 16 @ 6:30 AM [Info]
Pedalheads Bike Camp: Opens April 8 @ 10:00 AM [Info]
Saanich Rec: Opens April 9 @ 6:00 AM [Info]
West Shore Parks & Recreation: Opens April 10 @ 6:00 AM [Info]

Tip: For camps that open for registration soon, check out their websites/guides for details on how to register. They fill up fast so some allow you to pre-register your kids and create accounts, which speed up the process day-of.

Note: Many elementary schools offer summer camps through their out-of-school programs. Check them out if you're looking for more options.

🌱 Peas, please!
📍 Mason Street Farms | Open for the season Tuesday to Sunday, 10am-5pm
With the weather warming up, we’ve planted our first seeds of the season—snap peas, radishes, and carrots. I also love getting a head start by visiting Mason Street Farms in the city to pick up veggie starters. While it’s still a bit early for some plants, they’ve got a great selection of greens, peas, and even fruit shrubs and trees. It’s a fun little adventure with the kids—letting them choose a few veggies and help plant them in the garden. I love seeing how much they snack on straight from the garden! [Website]

🚀 lnspiring entrepreneurship
📍 The Bay Centre | Saturday, April 5th 10am - 4pm
As an entrepreneur, events like Kidovate are exciting for me to bring my kids to. This youth entrepreneurship market showcases the creativity and hustle of over 200 local youth vendors. I’m looking forward to checking out the event on Saturday with my kids! [Website]

📅 Looking Ahead

🏃🏽‍♀️‍➡️ Esquimalt 5K and Kids 1K Fun Run 2025: Saturday April 5 | 9-10:30am 
Sign up today for a family-friendly community race featuring a scenic 5K route and a fun 1K run for kids. [Info]

⚽ Saturday Street Soccer | Select Saturdays April - June 2025
Bays United Football Club is offering a free, drop-in soccer program at Vic High Turf for U7-U13 players to enjoy supervised scrimmages—perfect for kids looking to play for fun or get introduced to the game! Registration required. [Info]

🎭 Kaleidoscope Theatre's Family FUNday | Sunday, April 13 (9-12 PM) is a free, drop-in event with storytelling, crafts, dress-up, and special guests for families [Info]

❄️ Cirque du Soleil CRYSTAL | May 8 to 18, 2025 A magical mix of stunning acrobatics and high-energy ice skating, bringing a dreamy, frozen world to life at the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre—perfect for a fun family night out! [Tickets]