Festival of Trees Victoria, features up to 100 sponsored trees in support of BC Children’s Hospital Foundation that will be spruced up and on display at the Bay Centre for the community to vote on and enjoy over the holidays. The display runs November 15, 2024 to January 5, 2025. You are officially invited to […]
Experience the enchanting fusion of holiday cheer and ghostly thrills as you putt your way through twinkling lights, festive decorations and a cozy Victorian ghost story. Fun for all ages! Arrive early to enjoy a beverage (spiced sea cider is a fan favourite) in our newly themed Parlour Lounge, or add a round of ping […]
December 13, 2025 – May 3, 2026 Curated by Steven McNeil, AGGV Chief Curator & Director of Exhibitions Sharing artwork from the AGGV collection, this exhibition presents twelve prints by Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528). The selected prints showcase the artist’s extraordinary skill as a printmaker and his fascination with dramatic subjects centred on danger. Dürer’s prints […]
The hills are alive… with cocktails and questionable singing. Join us at The Vic Theatre to belt along with Julie Andrews’ Maria and all of those von Trapp kids at these 19+ screenings. Don’t miss out on this holiday tradition. Mulled wine anyone?
The timeless classic that brings everyone together for the holiday season. The Victoria Symphony and the Ballet Victoria dancers will warm your heart with Christmas cheer. A Victoria tradition that keeps on giving and boasts new element each year while showcasing the beautiful classical talent of the Ballet Victoria dancers as well as the young […]
Bring the family, sing your hearts out, and climb every hill! The Sound of Music is the family classic that still hits all the high notes. Join Maria and the Von Trapps at The Vic Theatre for a heart-warming screening packed with laughter, nostalgia, and a few of your favourite things.
The timeless classic that brings everyone together for the holiday season. The Victoria Symphony and the Ballet Victoria dancers will warm your heart with Christmas cheer. A Victoria tradition that keeps on giving and boasts new element each year while showcasing the beautiful classical talent of the Ballet Victoria dancers as well as the young […]
Wed. Dec. 31st8pm-4am $35 Early Supporter (limited)$50 AdvanceMore at the door. The Downbeat Presents: —-NYE 2026—- Ft: ********************* Fort Knox 5 (DC) Koosh Mr. Moe Sarah-Hannah Mr.B ********************* We at The Downbeat are so happy with what the last year has brought. Feeling the love from our cities underground dance community has made this project […]
✨New Year’s Eve All-Night Gong Puja ✨ Ring in the New Year in the vibration of pure sound. Join us for an all-night Gong Puja, a deeply restorative and meditative sound immersion. Throughout the night, a continuous stream of gongs will be played in cycles, creating an unbroken field of resonance that supports rest, renewal, […]
Celebrate New Year’s early with The West Coast Cuban All Stars! World-class Cuban pianist Pablo Cardenas presents “Afro-Cuban Jazz Explosion” to celebrate the New Year early with the best Afro-Cuban Jazz. This will be a colourful show full of rhythm and spectacular soloing performed by an all-star line-up. Doors 1pm, showtime 2pm until 5pm.
The Fabulous B-Sides are a popular Victoria band specializing in pop, rock and Motown. The members are veteran musicians who have played in many of the city’s most popular groups. The B-Sides are playing a NYE dance in the lovely front room (with the bar) at the new Coda nightclub, located above Hermann’s at 751 […]
The Fabulous B-Sides present a rollicking New Year’s party at the Coda (the bar stage). Enjoy an early NYE celebration at Victoria’s finest nightclub with one of the city’s rockin’-est bands.The Fabulous B-Sides offer pop, rock and Motown for your dancing pleasure.Goody bags, hats, noise-makers and festive decor are all be part of the fun. […]
GIUSEPPE PIETRAROIA, conductor CLAIRE de SÉVIGNÉ, soprano MEMBERS OF THE PACIFIC OPERA VICTORIA CHORUS DANCERS FROM BALLET VICTORIA Treat yourself, family, and friends to this musical toast as VS rings in 2026! Overtures, arias, choruses, and dances will thrill while the soprano voice of Claire de Sévigné will sparkle like a fine champagne in this […]
Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a thrilling night of camaraderie, competition, and fantastic prizes! Event Details: When: Every Thursday night from 6 PM to 9 PM Where: Infusion VR Arcade at 535 Yates St Tickets: $10 for entrance + first play. $5 per […]
Rally the troops and combine your knowledge to win swag, giftcards and of course, DELICIOUS PIZZA!!! This show kicks off at 730pm every Thursday and yes they take reservations! Book your table now!!
Cozy up this winter and make art alongside fellow community members in a welcoming studio designed to inspire mindfulness, creativity, and connection. You can: ✨ Explore painting, drawing, collage, and mixed media 🖌️ Work with guided prompts or choose your own self-directed projects 🌿 Reflect on personal themes, emotions, or stories through art 🧘♀️ Use […]
Explore emotional wellness through creativity and self-expression in this supportive 1/2 day workshop 🗓️January 4th from 1:00-4:00pm Led by a professional Art Therapist & Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), you’ll be gently guided through therapeutic art activities in a safe, supportive environment. Whether you’re looking to: ✨ Understand your emotions 🧘♀️ Relieve stress 🎭 Or simply […]
Intention: A Wellness Getaway in Victoria returns January 5–18, 2026, inviting you to pause, reflect, and reconnect. Set the tone for a year of balance and purpose with rejuvenating workshops, guided movement, and nourishing classes designed to refresh your spirit and inspire your journey ahead. Breathe in Victoria’s calm coastal energy, nurture your mind and […]
Broadway in Victoria announces the Victoria premiere of the award-winning Broadway musical TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, on stage from January 6-11, 2026, at Victoria’s Royal Theatre (805 Broughton St). Lauded as “something everybody everywhere should come see” by New York Magazine, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring true story of […]
Join us for a beautiful night of original music written by singer-songwriters based between Victoria, Edmonton and Montreal
Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a thrilling night of camaraderie, competition, and fantastic prizes! Event Details: When: Every Thursday night from 6 PM to 9 PM Where: Infusion VR Arcade at 535 Yates St Tickets: $10 for entrance + first play. $5 per […]
Rally the troops and combine your knowledge to win swag, giftcards and of course, DELICIOUS PIZZA!!! This show kicks off at 730pm every Thursday and yes they take reservations! Book your table now!!
Art Battle is live, competitive painting like you’ve never seen before. In three fast-paced rounds, artists battle the clock and each other to create their best work in just 20 minutes. As they paint, you’ll move around the easels, witnessing the creative process up close. Grab a beverage, cast your vote to help decide the […]
Celebrate the return of the Victoria Whisky Festival with an unforgettable evening at Fathom. Join us on January 15th for an exclusive five-course Highland Park whisky dinner crafted by Chef Landon Crawford, designed to showcase the depth, smoke, and heathered sweetness of this iconic Orkney distillery. Founded in 1798 and legally licensed in 1826, Highland […]
Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a thrilling night of camaraderie, competition, and fantastic prizes! Event Details: When: Every Thursday night from 6 PM to 9 PM Where: Infusion VR Arcade at 535 Yates St Tickets: $10 for entrance + first play. $5 per […]
Rally the troops and combine your knowledge to win swag, giftcards and of course, DELICIOUS PIZZA!!! This show kicks off at 730pm every Thursday and yes they take reservations! Book your table now!!
Discover Scotland’s future in whisky innovation at Fathom’s Inchdairnie Whisky Dinner, a five-course culinary experience celebrating one of the country’s most forward-thinking distilleries. Join us on January 16th for an exclusive evening featuring a menu designed by Chef Diego Jimenez in collaboration with a special guest chef. Each course reflects InchDairnie’s bold, modern approach to […]
Join us for a cozy MyBeehiveFO get-together on Friday, January 16 at 5:30 pm at the Beehive Fibre Arts Centre. There’s no agenda and no pressure, just good conversation, shared enthusiasm, and the simple pleasure of being together with people who understand the joy of a well-placed stitch. No RSVP is needed.
Don’t miss out on this evening or pro-level improv! Join Claire Pollock (Improv Centre, Vancouver), Andrew Gardner (Theatresports, Montreal Sketch Fest) and Kevin Matviw (The Second City) for an evening of the best improv comedy in Victoria BC! Garden City Improv with Claire Pollock, Andrew Gardner & Kevin Matviw DATE: Friday January 16th DOORS: 8:15PM […]
A showcase of rare and wonderful malt-forward beers including Dark Lagers, Porters and Stouts.
The Harold is improv’s high wire act — watch it performed by some of Victoria’s funniest improvisers at Garden City Improv! Enjoy an evening of long-form improv comedy, with hilarious characters and interwoven stories, all inspired by a single audience suggestion! Tickets will go fast for this event – get yours today! Harold Night: Longform […]
Join us for the first Family Sunday of 2026 and discover how everyday objects tell stories about their origins, makers, and cultural meanings. Take part in art activities inspired by ਸ਼ੀਸ਼ੇ ‘ਚ ਤਰੇੜ | sheeshe ‘ch thareṛ | a crack in the mirror, stitch on an embroidery wall, add hand-coloured patches to a canvas bag, […]
Are you an 2SLGBTQIA+ performer? ✨✨ Do you need a safer space to showcase your talent, find community, and network with other queer artists? Bring your performance to our… ~~~🏳️🌈QUEER OPEN STAGE!!! 🏳️🌈~~~ Music, drag, poetry, dance, comedy, or magic, 🎵🎭🪄 if you can do it in 10 minutes or less – we want to […]
Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a thrilling night of camaraderie, competition, and fantastic prizes! Event Details: When: Every Thursday night from 6 PM to 9 PM Where: Infusion VR Arcade at 535 Yates St Tickets: $10 for entrance + first play. $5 per […]
Rally the troops and combine your knowledge to win swag, giftcards and of course, DELICIOUS PIZZA!!! This show kicks off at 730pm every Thursday and yes they take reservations! Book your table now!!
Cozy up this winter and make art alongside fellow community members in a welcoming studio designed to inspire mindfulness, creativity, and connection. You can: ✨ Explore painting, drawing, collage, and mixed media 🖌️ Work with guided prompts or choose your own self-directed projects 🌿 Reflect on personal themes, emotions, or stories through art 🧘♀️ Use […]
It’s a new year, new community day! Start the new year with curiosity, creativity, and community spirit. On this special day, admission is by donation all day, giving everyone the chance to explore our exhibit 1858: Black Routes, Black Roots and enjoy a relaxed day at the museum. From 1:30–4:00 PM, drop in for a […]
Garden City Improv proudly presents Dungeons Yes And Dragons, a one-of-a-kind improv comedy experience inspired by the world’s greatest roleplaying game — Dungeons & Dragons. Join us for an evening of improv comedy, epic storytelling and outrageous characters beloved by D&D fans! Dungeons Yes And Dragons Saturday, January 24th DOORS: 8:15pm SHOW: 8:30pm LOCATION: Theatre […]
The Strange Hour is BACK for its second season with more strangeness than ever! The Strange Hour is Victoria’s ONLY 19+ brunch variety show featuring presenters and performers across genres. Think wrestlers, chefs, drag, beer experts, burlesque, people making music with bugs…anything and everything happens at The Strange Hour. Our January 25th show is going […]
Join us on Sunday, January 25th, from 11 AM to 3 PM for VegFest Victoria’s inaugural Community Sundays fundraising event with Home for Hooves at Odd Burger Victoria (790 Fisgard). Community Sundays is a recurring, family-friendly event designed to bring people together to enjoy delicious vegan food while supporting vegan nonprofits and charities. Learn about […]
SEAN O’LOUGHLIN, conductor Prepare to blast off as VS brings you music from out of this world. Expect to visit a few of The Planets as depicted by Gustav Holst, Mozart, and Strauss. Enjoy favourite themes by John Williams from Star Wars, recall the drama of Apollo 13, relive Star Trek through the years, and […]
Join us in the lounge for smooth jazz performances by talented local musicians or lively DJ sets that blend modern vibes with classic grooves. Sip on expertly crafted cocktails, explore our extensive whisky selection featuring over 200 premium choices, or relax with a glass of locally curated wine as you enjoy the music in an […]
New to burlesque? This welcoming progressive is the perfect place to begin. Learn the foundations of performance, peels, teasing the audience, costuming basics, and working with choreography in a supportive group environment. This class is designed for beginners or anyone newer to burlesque. At the end of the session, you’ll take the stage with your […]
Five of Gage Gallery Artist Collective’s artists provide their take on love in modern times. KAILEE MCMILLAN STEFAN LEHMANN KATHARINE GEDDES ROSE COWLES ELIZABETH CAREFOOT The show will feature a Valentine card making station for the young and young of heart. Show runs January 27 – February 15 Tuesday to Sunday, 11 am to 5 […]
Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a thrilling night of camaraderie, competition, and fantastic prizes! Event Details: When: Every Thursday night from 6 PM to 9 PM Where: Infusion VR Arcade at 535 Yates St Tickets: $10 for entrance + first play. $5 per […]
Join us for the launch of Monique Gray Smith’s new book, Sharing the Light: Stories and Reflections ! A collection which inspires gratitude, love, joy, and hope in navigating life in a changing, challenging world. Monique Gray Smith weaves together short stories, poignant reflections, and thoughtful questions that invite readers to pause and reconnect with […]
Rally the troops and combine your knowledge to win swag, giftcards and of course, DELICIOUS PIZZA!!! This show kicks off at 730pm every Thursday and yes they take reservations! Book your table now!!
The Drake Eatery is proud to feature Asian Comfort Food, this Saturday, with the Hide N Seek chef/owners coming in and taking over our kitchen.
Let’s Talk Saturdays @ Murchie’s is a welcoming weekly gathering designed to help people connect through simple, meaningful conversation—one cup of tea or coffee at a time. Every Saturday morning, community members are invited to drop in, sit down with someone new, and enjoy relaxed, face-to-face conversation in a friendly café setting. There’s no agenda, […]
The cast of Canadian Steam has rocked stages at Just for Laughs, picked up Canadian Comedy Awards, and performed with Second City -appearing on CBC’s The Debaters, Netflix, and Amazon Prime. Now they’re bringing you a comedy show that’s 100% Canadian and 1000% ridiculous! Canadian Steam: They’re Polite, But Not Tonight. It’s Whose Line Is […]
Victoria’s most scandalously popular improv show is at Encore by Paparazzi (1415 Broad St.) on January 31! An enormous hit in Toronto and Vancouver, Improv Against Humanity is based on the game Cards Against Humanity. This 19+ show will feature selected audience members playing the game, with improvisers performing scenes based on their horrible, hilarious […]
Victoria Hot Chocolate Festival is a month-long event taking place from February 1 – 28, 2026. Participating local businesses showcase their creativity and community spirit by creating hot chocolate experiences that support the BC SPCA Victoria Community Animal Centre.
The Strings Open House is in Alix Goolden Performance Hall (entrance at 900 Johnson Street). This event is free and registration is encouraged. Register here: https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/vcm/activity/search/detail/15191?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true Interested in the Strings program at the Victoria Conservatory of Music? Join us for this free event! Families and prospective students of all ages are invited to learn about […]
CHRISTIAN KLUXEN, conductor ANTONY ERNST, stage director MELODY COURAGE, actor / soprano A collaboration with actors from the Belfry Theatre VICTORIA CHORAL SOCIETY Grieg / Ibsen: Peer Gynt (adaptation by Antony Ernst) Follow the exploits of the charming, arrogant title character Peer Gynt, a Norwegian peasant who travels the world in search of his true […]
