News Release
For immediate release

Saanich, BC – Mark your calendars for a celebration of community, coastline, and conservation at the Cadboro Bay Festival, returning to Cadboro-Gyro Park on Sunday, August 9, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Admission is free, and all are welcome!

This popular annual event brings the community together in one of Saanich’s most beloved waterfront parks to celebrate ocean recreation and environmental stewardship (as well as the legendary Cadborosaurus!). Cadboro Bay is the perfect setting for a day of fun and learning.

This year's theme continues to focus on ocean sustainability and recreation. Attendees can connect with local groups supporting marine conservation, learn how to responsibly enjoy ocean activities, and discover more about the wildlife that calls our coastal waters home. We’ll also have face painting, craft stations, lawn games like cornhole and tug of war, live music, food trucks and more!

The main stage will feature local acts including The Projectors, Boneyard Babes, and Slim Sandy’s Atomic Cocktails.

Getting There
We encourage residents to access the event by bike or by taking transit. Parking nearby is limited and we remind all attendees to respect local neighbourhood parking bylaws.

Free bike valet service will be available onsite from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. courtesy of Capital Bike’s The Locker, and a free shuttle bus will run continuously between UVic parking lot #5 and Cadboro-Gyro Park throughout the event.

Learn more
Visit our website for full event details, music and performance schedules, and shuttle and bike valet information.

Saanich gratefully acknowledges the support of our sponsors CTV News, CFAX 1070, Virgin Radio 107.3, and the Cadboro Bay Residents Association.

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Media contact:
Saanich Communications
media@saanich.ca