The festival takes place over four days, from 1-4 May 2025, and in a variety of locations across the city. Some events are ticketed and require pre-registration, while others are open and do not require pre-registration. The best place to start is by taking a look at the agenda.

During the festival you can visit the Design Victoria info booth at the Rotunda, 1515 Douglas Street, where you can pick up a map and talk to someone about how to take part in the festival and what events are open each day.

All ticketed events, mostly free and some paid, will open on Wednesday April 2nd at noon. Sign up for our newsletter to be the first to hear about exclusive offers and get access to free, ticketed events.

Ticketing for most Design Victoria events is done through Eventbrite.

Eventbrite automatically creates an account with the email address you use to purchase tickets. If the event organizer allows refund requests for the event you purchased tickets for, you’ll see the option to request a refund in your account:

1. Log in to Eventbrite.

2. Go to Tickets.

3. Find the order you want refunded, then select Request a refund.

4. Enter your details and submit your request. The organizer should respond within five business days.

Select Contact the organizer if you don’t see the option to request a refund or you have a question about the status of your refund request.

Hotel Partner If you are looking to book a hotel for Design Victoria, the Inn at Laurel Point is offering a discounted rate of $299.00 for Laurel Wing guestrooms. Rooms are subject to availability, book soon to secure the rate. Follow this link to book your discounted room. (The discount has been pre-applied)

‍Travelling from Seattle? The FRS Clipper is offering Design Victoria visitors a 10% discount on travel from 29 April to 6 June 2025. Use the code DESIGN to secure the rate.

Travelling from Vancouver? Harbour Air is offering Design Victoria visitors a 10% discount on travel between 1-4 May 2025. Use the code DVF10 to secure the rate.