That's a wrap!
Thank you for making Buccaneer Days a success! Mark your calendars for May 8-10, 2026.
Bucc Days Highlights
Getting Here
Archie Browning Sports Centre
Esquimalt, BC
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Esquimalt Buccaneer Days takes place in and around the Archie Browning Sports Centre in Esquimalt, BC. We're working hard to make it easy to get here by vehicle and by bike!
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Bike valet available Saturday and Sunday from 9:30am to 5pm. By donation to Esq High student groups.
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Park and ride available off Canteen Road, Saturday (8-5:30pm) and Sunday (9-5pm).
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In 1939, Esquimalt began holding a 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. Esquimalt residents were also awakened at a mighty early hour by a loudspeaker mounted atop a van calling “Wakey, Wakey!”
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.
About Buccaneer Days
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