What to expect
Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, November 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Mary Winspear Centre on Beacon Avenue in Sidney.
First Chance is the earlier of two Christmas craft shows that have run at the Centre since 1989, with more than 80 artists, artisans, makers, and designers from the West Coast and the islands. It is the one to hit if you like to finish the handmade shopping before the December crush.
Admission is $5 for adults. Kids under 12 get in free with an adult.
The facts
- When
- Saturday 7 to Sunday 8 NovemberFrom 10 a.m.
- Cost
- $5kids under 12 free with an adult
- Booking
- Not listed
- Suits
- Not listed
- Where
- Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue2243 Beacon Avenue, Sidney
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