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SUMMARY:Come Shop the Studio!
DESCRIPTION:In-Studio Shopping: Friday August 14 & Saturday August 15\, 1-4 pm\nCome shop our newly released items! We’ll also have some deeply discounted samples (things that never made it to production) and slightly flawed items (things that didn’t pass our quality control) in studio priced $2\, $10\, $20\, $40\, $60 and $80. \nLocation: 1217 Wharf Street\, 2nd Floor (stairs access only)
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/come-shop-the-studio/
LOCATION:Smoking Lily Studio\, 1217 Wharf Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1T9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business,Shopping & Fashion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Smoking Lily":MAILTO:info@smokinglily.com
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SUMMARY:OperaFest: Dido & Aeneas
DESCRIPTION:Entrance to this event in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at the Victoria Conservatory of Music at 900 Johnson Street. \nEntrance: At the door- suggested $20 donation \nTwo performances: Saturday\, August 15 at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM \nJoin us for the public performances of Henry Purcell’s Dido & Aeneas\, the culminating production of OperaFest 2026. This fully staged Baroque opera features chamber orchestra\, choir\, and emerging artists from the Conservatory\, bringing one of opera’s most enduring masterpieces to life. \nPerformances take place on Saturday\, August 15 at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM at Alix Goolden Performance Hall. Audiences will experience a powerful evening of music and drama\, showcasing the artistry of the next generation of opera performers. \nWe gratefully acknowledge the support of NRS Foundation and Richard Margison Fund. \nVenue Accessibility\nThe 900 Johnson Street entrance is wheelchair accessible at street level. There’s a drop-off zone out front\, elevator access inside\, and several accessible washrooms\, including a gender-neutral washroom. \nFor full details\, visit vcm.bc.ca/plan-your-visit
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/operafest-dido-aeneas/2026-08-15/1/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Hall\, 907 Pandora Avenue\, Victoria\, BC\, V8V 3N4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Live Performance,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Conservatory of Music":MAILTO:info@vcm.bc.ca
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Live: Saturday Morning Conversation and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Murchie’s Tea & Coffee every Saturday from 10AM–12PM for meaningful conversations\, genuine connections\, and a cozy atmosphere in the heart of downtown Victoria\, BC  \nNo pressure. No networking. No awkward small talk. \nJust great coffee and real human connection\, the kind that’s getting harder to find. \nCompletely self-guided using our table talkers\, conversation prompt cards waiting at your table to help break the ice and get things flowing naturally. After that? The conversation goes wherever it wants to. \nWhether you come solo or bring a friend\, you’ll be paired one-on-one or in a small group (max 4) with people you may never have crossed paths with otherwise. \nThink: \n– Warm drinks & great coffee in Victoria \n– Fresh perspectives & new ideas \n– Authentic\, in-person social connection \n– A slower\, more intentional Saturday morning \n– Self-guided conversation starters — no host needed \n– Murchie’s Tea & Coffee — 1110 Government St\, Victoria BC \n– 100% free \n– 19+ welcome \n– Drop in anytime 10AM–12PM \n– Stay for one chat or settle in for the morning \nIf you’ve been looking for social events in Victoria\, a way to meet new people in Victoria BC\, or just a reason to get off your phone and have a real conversation — this is it. \nOne simple conversation could completely make your week.  \nSee you Saturday  \n 
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/lets-talk-live-saturday-morning-conversation-and-connection/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:murchies tea and coffee\, 1110 government st\, Victoria\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Networking
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SUMMARY:Free Block Party at the Cathedral
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of fun! Christ Church Cathedral is hosting a FREE community celebration on Saturday\, August 15\, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There will be fun for all ages. Bring your family\, invite your friends\, and enjoy live music\, lawn games\, popcorn\, ice cream\, face-painting\, crafts\, a bouncy castle and so much more. The Cathedral’s famous bell tower will be open to the public and tours of Cathedral will be available.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/free-block-party-at-the-cathedral/
LOCATION:Christ Church Cathedral\, 911 Quadra Street at Rockland Avenue\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:OperaFest: Dido & Aeneas
DESCRIPTION:Entrance to this event in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at the Victoria Conservatory of Music at 900 Johnson Street. \nEntrance: At the door- suggested $20 donation \nTwo performances: Saturday\, August 15 at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM \nJoin us for the public performances of Henry Purcell’s Dido & Aeneas\, the culminating production of OperaFest 2026. This fully staged Baroque opera features chamber orchestra\, choir\, and emerging artists from the Conservatory\, bringing one of opera’s most enduring masterpieces to life. \nPerformances take place on Saturday\, August 15 at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM at Alix Goolden Performance Hall. Audiences will experience a powerful evening of music and drama\, showcasing the artistry of the next generation of opera performers. \nWe gratefully acknowledge the support of NRS Foundation and Richard Margison Fund. \nVenue Accessibility\nThe 900 Johnson Street entrance is wheelchair accessible at street level. There’s a drop-off zone out front\, elevator access inside\, and several accessible washrooms\, including a gender-neutral washroom. \nFor full details\, visit vcm.bc.ca/plan-your-visit
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/operafest-dido-aeneas/2026-08-15/2/
LOCATION:Alix Goolden Hall\, 907 Pandora Avenue\, Victoria\, BC\, V8V 3N4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Live Performance,Theatre
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