June 21 is National Aboriginal Day, and the entire month is full of Indigenous Celebrations taking place across the country. The following events will be happening in Victoria and area – check them out!
- 2017 Victoria Aboriginal Cultural Festival
Friday, June 16 to Sunday, June 18
Join the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations in celebrating National Aboriginal Day weekend with music, dance, food, and the arts on the grounds of the Royal BC Museum in downtown Victoria. Best of all, it’s FREE! - First Peoples Festival
Sunday, June 18 – 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Stage at City Hall & Douglas Street - Celebration at Victoria Native Friendship Centre
Wednesday, June 21 – 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
231 Regina Avenue - West Shore Aboriginal Day Festival
Wednesday, June 21 – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
West Shore Parks & Recreation – 1767 Island Highway (lower level near the picnic shelter and playground)
Lekwungen Traditional Dancers
Photo courtesy Aislin Murphy
Be sure to check out the websites or Facebook pages of your local Nation to find out more!
