Arts & Culture
Creativity is key to a healthy, vibrant city.
Victoria is the regional centre for arts and culture. We aim to enhance our neighbourhoods, foster arts and culture, and work to create a city that is a natural draw for festivals and events. Learn how we support arts and culture in the Capital City here.
Create Victoria - Arts and Culture Master Plan
The City has developed Create Victoria, a five-year Arts and Culture Master Plan to guide our vision and role in supporting the local arts and culture, and identify initiatives to increase arts and cultural opportunities for the Capital City. Thank you to everyone who provided input. Learn more.
Music Strategy
Learn about the City of Victoria's Music Strategy and Music Symposium here.
Annual Grant Programs
The Festival Investment Grant program provides support to organizations producing festivals and celebrations that will deliver significant economic impact, vitality and vibrancy within the City of Victoria, particularly the downtown core.
The Cultural Infrastructure Grant program supports safe and accessible cultural spaces, which are an essential part of our community.
Arts Initiatives
Festivals and Events
Special Events and Film Permits
Event Feedback Form
Contact Us
Email culture@victoria.ca
Phone 250.361.0246
Please include your reason for calling, name, phone number and email address so that we can respond accordingly.