Every Friday, in April and May enjoy local talent while on your lunch break in Market Square’s lower courtyard. It is also completely free!April 4th April 11th April 18th April 25th May 2nd May 9th May 16th May 23rd May 30th
Every Friday, in April and May enjoy local talent while on your lunch break in Market Square’s lower courtyard. It is also completely free!April 4th April 11th April 18th April 25th May 2nd May 9th May 16th May 23rd May 30th
Get ready to ignite the dance floor and lose yourself in a maelstrom of sound as we bring together three powerhouse bands for an unforgettable night of rock and rebel anthems! This is not just a concert; it’s a full-throttle party designed for maximum energy, non-stop dancing, and a wicked good time that will leave […]
Garden City Improv proudly presents Dungeons Yes And Dragons, improv comedy inspired by the world’s greatest roleplaying game — Dungeons & Dragons. This spellbinding night of fantasy and fun will take place Saturday, June 7th and promises to deliver critical hits of hilarity! Directed by Second City veteran Kevin Matviw (Just for Laughs Toronto), this […]
Hosted at the historic McPherson Playhouse in downtown Victoria, TEDxVictoria is a full-day event featuring talks, performances, and community exhibitions. After almost a decade since the last TEDx conference in Victoria, TEDxVictoria returned to the capital city on May 15th, 2024 with resounding success. The sold-out event at McPherson Playhouse showcased 12 inspiring speakers, interactive […]
Every Friday, in April and May enjoy local talent while on your lunch break in Market Square’s lower courtyard. It is also completely free!April 4th April 11th April 18th April 25th May 2nd May 9th May 16th May 23rd May 30th
Calling all local buskers, businesses and downtown residents! Join us at Ship Point to kick off the 2025 Busking Season. Whether you’re a seasoned performer, just starting out or simply curious about the program, this is your chance to connect. Who’s invited: Local buskers – new and experienced Nearby businesses – especially those located near Busk Stops Downtown […]
Every Friday, in April and May enjoy local talent while on your lunch break in Market Square’s lower courtyard. It is also completely free!April 4th April 11th April 18th April 25th May 2nd May 9th May 16th May 23rd May 30th
Tickets on sale now! “No matter what she sings about, Peyroux… does it with intelligence and wit, culturally aware and musically sweet-natured.” – The Arts Desk Georgia-based, Paris-raised singer-songwriter Madeleine Peyroux has captivated audiences for over three decades with her soulful voice, impeccable phrasing, and timeless artistry. Often compared to Billie Holiday, Peyroux blends jazz, […]
Improv Against Humanity: the show where you play Cards Against Humanity and comedians perform improv based on your horrible and hilarious card combos! Don’t miss out on Victoria’s darkest, raunchiest comedy show! This show will sell out! Get your tickets today at: gardencityimprov.com/shows
Wake Up and Smell the Strangeness @ The Strange Hour The newest 19+ brunch hour event, featuring performances and presentations that are genre defying. TICKETS: https://skam.ca/the-strange-hour/ Our first show, June 22nd, features: – Sylvester Stalletto – The Chilean Stallion Drag King – Zane Oak – Stand Up Comedian and Original Producer of “Queen Dog Open […]
Tickets on sale now! “Wicked guitar, undeniably soulful vocals. package is simplicity and he wears it well.” – popmatters.com “Imagine an artist with Jaco Pastorious’s virtuosity, George Benson’s vocal fluidity, Joao Gilberto’s sense of song and harmony, all mixed up with African culture. We bring you Richard Bona!” — Los Angeles Times Smithers-based Latin pop […]
Celebrate queer talent with the Victoria Downtown Residents Association at our first FREE concert of the summer! This unofficial warm-up to the Pride Festival will feature live, bicycle-powered music by The Wild Drift and Élise LeBlanc, and poetry by Dex Neily (performer bios below). Invite your friends, grab a blanket or a lawn chair, and […]
Tickets on sale now! “With powerful artistry, naturally prodigious talent is even stronger as the years pass—a feat capable only by the true elites of the musical world.” – DownBeat With over 2.5 million albums sold to date and 32 albums to her name, multi-GRAMMY winning, internationally renowned Brazilian pianist/composer/vocalist Eliane Elias has toured 77 […]
AfriCa Fest Victoria 2025 – 12th Edition 
Centennial Square, Victoria | June 26–29, 2025 
Music • Dance • Food • Art • Culture Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of African and Afro-descendant cultures! The 12th edition of AfriCa Fest Victoria brings together vibrant traditions, creativity, and community spirit: 
Live […]
Tickets on sale now! “A killer line-up of players, composers and performers…who converge on an extremely cosmopolitan, sleek, rhythm-forward, modern sound.” – NPR Multinational and multigenerational supergroup ARTEMIS is a powerful ensemble of instrumental virtuosos. Founded by 7-time JUNO award-winning pianist Renee Rosnes, the quintet also consists of acclaimed Canadian trumpeter Ingrid Jensen, rising star […]
Every Friday, in April and May enjoy local talent while on your lunch break in Market Square’s lower courtyard. It is also completely free!April 4th April 11th April 18th April 25th May 2nd May 9th May 16th May 23rd May 30th
Attention musicians! Performance 101 When: Saturdays, 12:00–1:30 PM Where: The Coda (small stage) Duration: 5 Weeks Cost: $250 What you’ll learn: The essentials of live performance and stage etiquette How to communicate effectively with sound engineers and other musicians Pro-level tricks for achieving a polished live sound Confidence-building techniques for stage presence and audience interaction […]
The festival is over and it seems you still wanna celebrate music, but also… wanna get down and boogie?? You’re our kind of people!! Observe the top of Summer with song and funky steps as the kitchen’s groove moves your body like they’ve done before at spots like the Butchart Gardens, The Esquimalt Ribfest, The […]
On JUNE 29th Joan Bessie is hitting the stage at The Metro Studio Theatre to celebrate the release of her latest single, “In Your Mind”. Chart-topping recording artist, Joan Bessie is channeling golden-era soul with a fresh twist in her new single, “In Your Mind”. After her CBC Top 20 hit, “G.G.”, followed by “| […]
Start your Canada Day with a stack of pancakes and a side of local giving! Now in its 7th year, the Annual Canada Day Pancake Breakfast—hosted by Huntingdon Hotel and Suites and Pendray Inn and Tea House—is a cherished tradition in Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Guests are invited to enjoy a free pancake breakfast with all […]
Every Friday, in April and May enjoy local talent while on your lunch break in Market Square’s lower courtyard. It is also completely free!April 4th April 11th April 18th April 25th May 2nd May 9th May 16th May 23rd May 30th
ONE NIGHT ONLY! Don’t miss an unforgettable evening of side-splitting improv with Garden City Improv’s Kevin Matviw (Second City), Andrew Gardner (Just for Laughs Toronto) and special guest Laura Ramoso (What We Do in the Shadows). Ramoso, known for her viral characters like “German Mom” and “Italian Dad,” has amassed over 3 million followers, performed […]