A perfect rainy day activity, explore the past and embrace the exciting present at the Royal BC Museum. Image via Royal BC Museum

Don’t miss our November Dinner Theatre shows on November 17 and November 18 featuring the music of Michael Sicoly performing the songs of John Lennon and Paul McCartney. To learn more and purchase tickets, go to http://bit.ly/2yEqgXS.

Did you know? The fine art located in our public areas and guest suites was selected in collaboration with the Winchester Galleries Ltd. and many of the pieces are original works by regional artists.

This December, the Oak Bay Beach Hotel celebrates two major milestones: the 5-year anniversary of the new Oak Bay Beach Hotel and the 90-year anniversary of the original property on Beach Drive. To mark this dual anniversary, the Oak Bay Beach Hotel has planned a series of exciting events for the community as well as the hotel’s past and future guests. From $0.90 coffee in Kate’s Café to $5 craft beer pints in The Snug pub, the hotel is ready to kick off a month-long celebration. On Friday, Dec. 1, the Oak Bay Beach Hotel is hosting a community open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. – Join Pastry Chef Teddy Gapaloo in Kate’s Cafe for local Oughtred coffee and a selection of in-house pastries. 11 a.m. to Noon – Hotel Art Collection tour led by Winchester Gallery Gallerist Elizabeth Levinson. Noon to 1 p.m. – New Winter menu tasting and local craft beer sampling, led by Food and Beverage Manager Christian Sealey. 1 p.m to 2 p.m. – Anniversary cake cutting in the David Foster Foundation Theatre with General Manager, Michelle Le Sage. 2 p.m to 4 p.m. – Boathouse Spa & Baths open house, with mini treatments and access to the mineral baths (space is limited). A keepsake anniversary Ollie Bear – the hotel’s plush mascot – will be available for sale with 100 per cent of the net proceeds from sales on Dec. 1, donated towards the David Foster Foundation. Additional information at http://bit.ly/2zbDpd4. #90and5

This halloween morning our "treat" was this beautiful sunrise view from the hotel. What a great way to start the day!

Little ghosts and goblins can trick or treat tomorrow in Oak Bay Beach Village from 2 pm to 5 pm. Festivities include live music, magic and candy, of course! Details at http://bit.ly/2l52KQn.

This December we are celebrating our 90 year anniversary AND fifth birthday! We would love for you to share old family photos of our hotel that showcase our history. If you would like to submit photos you can attach to this post or email them to marketing@oakbaybeachhotel.com.

Weekend plans call for The Snug Pub. http://bit.ly/thesnugpub

Join us in November for movie showings in our David Foster Foundation Theatre. Your ticket includes gourmet theatre fare, popcorn and house-made ice cream treats (of course) to enjoy with the show. Our November movie schedule: November 7 - Okja November 14 - La La Land November 21 - The Big Sick November 28 - Maude Purchase one of our micro-brews or fine wines, sit back and enjoy the show on our big screen. After experiencing our movie night at the Oak Bay Beach Hotel, you may never want to go back to watching movies any other way. Tickets are $30 (Cdn) per person and reservations can be made by calling 250.598.4556.

Welcome fall, you’ve been missed! Enjoy the rich colours of the season at Vancouver Island’s iconic The Butchart Gardens. Images via Butchart Gardens

Thanks Sue for the great review of our hotel and our Fall Getaway Special. Read more at https://t.co/kbJlHDdcKb.

Enjoy an evening of memorable music on November 17 or 18 as Michael Sicoly performs the songs of John Lennon and Paul McCartney. Our dinner shows include cocktail reception and plated dinner in the elegant David Foster Foundation Theatre. Info and tickets at http://bit.ly/2wkHuYc.