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SUMMARY:AfriCa Fest Victoria returns for its 13th Edition!
DESCRIPTION:Join us June 4–7\, 2026\, at beautiful Ship Point in Victoria’s Inner Harbour for four days of music\, culture\, food\, art\, dance\, and community celebration. \nAfriCa Fest Victoria is more than a festival—it is a cultural immersive experience that brings together people of all backgrounds to celebrate the richness and diversity of African\, Caribbean\, and multicultural communities. \nFestival Highlights\n🎶 Live Music & Cultural Performances💃 Afro-Latin\, Kizomba & Dance Experiences🍲 International Food Vendors🛍️ UJAMAA Market & Artisan Vendors👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Activities🎨 Interactive Workshops & Cultural Demonstrations🌍 Multicultural Day featuring cultural groups from across Greater Victoria🤝 Community Exhibitors & Non-Profit Organizations \n4 Days • 4 Experiences\nJune 4: UJAMAA Night Market & Kizomba ExperienceJune 5: Afro-Latin ExperienceJune 6: Youth Experience & Multicultural DayJune 7: Multicultural Celebration & Festival Finale \nAfriCa Fest has been celebrating African Heritage Arts & Cultures in Canada since 2013 and continues to build bridges between communities through arts\, culture\, education\, and shared experiences. \n📍 Ship Point\, Victoria Inner Harbour📅 June 4–7\, 2026🎟️ Free Admission \nFor more information:\n📧 issambacentre@gmail.com📞 778-922-2378 \nhttps://www.issambacentre.ca/event-details/africa-fest-victoria-2026-13th-edition
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/africa-fest-victoria-returns-for-its-13th-edition/
LOCATION:Ship Point Inner Harbour\, Wharf St\, Victoria\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conferences,Crafts,Cultural Event,Dance,Festivals,Food & Drink,Games,Health & Wellness,Kids & Family,Live Performance,Local Market,Music,Networking,Outdoor,Parties,Shopping & Fashion,Travel,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Argentinian Tango - beginner level 1
DESCRIPTION:We are happy to announce that we are starting a new session of Argentinian Tango for Beginners – level 1. This 6 weeks session is progressive and requires preregistration ( no drop ins) and is designed for students who have no experience with Argentinian tango.\nThe course is designed to introduce both roles to each participant (lead and follow) as a way to discover this extraordinary dance.\nTo register email Grazyna : grazs@shaw.ca \nFridays:\n5th of June – 10th of July\n6.30pm – 7.30pm \nPrice per person : $100 series (6 weeks)
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/argentinian-tango-beginner-level-1/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Alive Tango Victoria\, 1303 Broad St.\, Victoria\, V8W 2A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dance,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Unwind & Create: A Friday Night Art Journalling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A Friday night creative reset. Leave with your very own art journal and prompts. \n\n\n\n\nWhat if your Friday night looked different this week? \nInstead of the usual routine\, spend 90 minutes in a cozy downtown art studio with art supplies\, guided prompts\, and a small group while making something with your hands and checking in with how you’re feeling. \nHere’s what you’ll experience:\n→ Simple\, accessible techniques such as collage\, colour\, mark-making (nothing intimidating)\n→ Guided creative prompts designed to spark self-reflection\n→ A warm\, no-pressure space where the process matters more than the product\n→ Your own art journal to take home\, plus the tools to make this a regular practice \nLimited to 8 participants. No art experience needed. All materials provided. Just bring yourself. \nLed by Hanna Kaye Verhagen\, MC\, DVATI\, BA\,CCC\, Art Therapist & Certified Canadian Counsellor. Learn more at hannakaye.com \n“Hanna creates safe\, empowering spaces for people to feel seen and supported.” \n“Hanna is welcoming\, calming\, and empowers people to embrace their creativity to benefit their mental health.“ \nAfter booking you’ll receive a brief consent form via JaneApp. \nThis event sells out\, so get your spots soon if you’d like to attend. Two dates added for June!
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/unwind-create-a-friday-night-art-journalling-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling @ Hey Shauna Studio\, 108\, 561 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Crafts,Health & Wellness,Workshop
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