Esquimalt Buccaneer Days

Esquimalt Buccaneer Days Celebrate Esquimalt Buccaneer Days
by Sandy Rozon
IT’S WILL SOON BE MAY, and Esquimalt is getting ready for the celebration of Buccaneer Days. See you there!

A search through ancient documents held at the Esquimalt Municipal Archives reveals some of the history behind this annual celebration. For well over 60 years, Esquimalt held community events at this time of the year, while each May, the City of Victoria celebrated May Day with the crowning of a May Queen and a May Pole Dance. When these celebrations were discontinued in 1939, Esquimalt began hold

ing its own May Queen celebration. This evolved into Esquimalt Days and eventually, in 1966, became Buccaneer Days. The town turned out in naval and pirate attire, vying for prizes for the best costume. The citizens of Esquimalt were also awakened at a very early hour by a loudspeaker mounted atop a van calling “Wakey, Wakey!” Apparently, the Wakey Wakey van will roll down the streets of Esquimalt once again this year, complete with members of the Esquimalt Fire Rescue team and a mystery voice. Buccaneer Days festivities have always been well attended, with over 20 community organizations taking part, which allows our community to work and play together, have a great time, and instill a feeling of accomplishment and pride in our community. This fun-filled weekend is loaded with events for all ages, including a midway, dance, beer garden, sky divers, kids play zone, races and parade. Neighbours from Victoria, Oak Bay, View Royal, Saanich and all other communities are invited to join us. We would love to have you enter our parade and you can find the Parade entry form on the Municipal web site in the New Year. This year Buccaneer Days are being held starting on Friday, May 13, Saturday, May 14 and Sunday, May 15, 2022. ALL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS WHO WISH TO BE A PART OF BUCCANEER DAYS THIS YEAR, AS IN THE PAST, should get in touch with any of the following Committee Members. Dance - Stephen - [email protected]
Parade - Kim - [email protected]
Market Place/Craft Show - Irene - [email protected] Food Vendor/Outdoor Booths - Bob - [email protected]

Found items from Buccaneer Days.....I will be dropping them off at the Rec Center Admin desk (pool) later this morning.....
05/11/2026

Found items from Buccaneer Days.....I will be dropping them off at the Rec Center Admin desk (pool) later this morning....they will hold for a week or so. No ID in the backpack but easily identifiable items.

Packed house at Music Bingo tonight!! Good luck everyone and have fun!! 🎶💃
05/10/2026

Packed house at Music Bingo tonight!! Good luck everyone and have fun!! 🎶💃

We have tickets available at our Information tent on Bullen Field...until 3pm this afternoon.*Please note, tonight's eve...
05/09/2026

We have tickets available at our Information tent on Bullen Field...until 3pm this afternoon.
*Please note, tonight's event is licensed - 19+ no children allowed

Don't forget folks!! Avoid parking hassels and take our Shuttle Bus 😊Sat. 8am-5:30pmSun 9am-5pmPark at the Base Parking ...
05/09/2026

Don't forget folks!! Avoid parking hassels and take our Shuttle Bus 😊
Sat. 8am-5:30pm
Sun 9am-5pm
Park at the Base Parking Lot on Canteen Rd and ride in style.
Bus is free but gratuities gratefully accepted.

Bike Valet also available by donation
(In front of Archie Browning Arena)

Ok folks, looking for something to do this weekend come down to buccaneer days and enjoy some food and a beverage and pl...
05/08/2026

Ok folks, looking for something to do this weekend come down to buccaneer days and enjoy some food and a beverage and play some fun games or bring a new one.

05/07/2026
As promised here is this year's ride list with height specifications. *Please note, the absolute minimum age to ride is ...
05/06/2026

As promised here is this year's ride list with height specifications. *Please note, the absolute minimum age to ride is 2yrs, no riders under 2 yrs of age, even with an adult.

Here’s the full schedule for the weekend….and yes Wakey Wakey IS happening.
05/05/2026

Here’s the full schedule for the weekend….and yes Wakey Wakey IS happening.

Today…Tuesday May 5th….last day to purchase all day ride passes at the discounted price of $40.00At the Rec Center. 4-8p...
05/05/2026

Today…Tuesday May 5th….last day to purchase all day ride passes at the discounted price of $40.00
At the Rec Center. 4-8pm

Looking for something to do this weekend 🤔 we’ve got you covered.
05/05/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend 🤔 we’ve got you covered.

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