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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: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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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/2026-06-06/
LOCATION:murchies tea and coffee\, 1110 government st\, Victoria\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Networking
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Live: Sunday Afternoon Conversation and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 3-5pm at Heslaa Tea Room\, 636 Johnson st\, have meaningful conversations and create genuine connections\, free of charge. Drop-in\, 19+ welcome.  \nSunday was made for this. \nNo brunch plans? No agenda? Good. Come sit with us. \nEvery Sunday from 3PM–5PM at Heslaa Tea\, one of Victoria’s most beautiful\, calming spaces\, we’re holding room for something a little slower. A little softer. A little more human. \nFully self-guided with table talkers\, carefully chosen conversation prompt cards sitting at your table before you even walk through the door. No host\, no schedule\, no pressure to perform. Just a gentle starting point\, and then the conversation becomes completely your own. \nCome alone or bring someone. You’ll be paired one-on-one or in a small group (max 4) with people you wouldn’t have stumbled into on a regular Sunday afternoon. \nPicture this: \n-The smell of loose leaf tea and a table all to yourself \n– A conversation that actually makes you think \n– Connection that doesn’t feel forced or rushed \n– The slowest\, most restorative part of your whole week \n– Self-guided table talkers — show up\, sit down\, start talking \n– Heslaa Tea — 636 Johnson St\, Victoria BC \n– 100% free \n– 19+ welcome \n– Drop in anytime between 3PM–5PM \n– Stay for one cup or close the place down \nIf you’ve been looking for things to do in Victoria on a Sunday\, a way to meet people in Victoria BC without it feeling like a networking event\, or simply a reason to leave the house and feel something — this is your sign. \nThe best conversations you’ve ever had probably started with a warm drink and a stranger.  \nSee you Sunday
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/lets-talk-live-sunday-afternoon-conversation-and-connection/2026-06-07/
LOCATION:Heslaa\, 636 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Networking
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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/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:murchies tea and coffee\, 1110 government st\, Victoria\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Networking
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SUMMARY:Mindful Art-Making: Open Art Studio
DESCRIPTION:A welcoming space for mindful art-making\, creativity\, and community. \nHere’s what your Saturday studio experience looks like: you walk into a cozy downtown studio\, art supplies already laid out on the table\, calm music playing. You pick a seat\, settle in\, and start creating. \nSome people follow a guided prompt or ask for assistance to get started. Some bring their own project. Some just doodle and see what happens. There’s no instruction and no pressure\, however\, your facilitator is available to help get you started. \nWhat’s included: \n\nAll art materials (painting\, drawing\, mixed media etc.)\nOptional guided creative prompts\nA warm\, relaxed space facilitated by an Art Therapist (Hanna Verhagen\, MC\, DVATI\, BA\, CCC)\nTea and soft music\nNo art experience needed and limited to 8 peopleThis is a great first step if you’re curious about using art therapeutically or just want a meaningful way to start your Saturday. After booking\, you’ll receive a short consent form and event reminders via JaneApp.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/mindful-art-making-open-art-studio-5/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260614T170000
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SUMMARY:Art Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Island School of Art will be hosting a community favourite on June 14th from 11 am to 5 pm – the art book sale.  Books will include how-to instruction\, artist monographs\, biographies\, art history as well as literary fiction and collectibles. Also\, a limited selection of art supplies and original art will be on sale.  Everyone is welcome. Open from 11am to 5pm. The school is located at 302-733 Johnson St (across the street from the Johnson St Parkade).  Free Parking on Sundays!
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/art-book-sale/
LOCATION:Vancouver Island School of Art\, 302-733 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 3C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Cultural Event
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Live: Sunday Afternoon Conversation and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 3-5pm at Heslaa Tea Room\, 636 Johnson st\, have meaningful conversations and create genuine connections\, free of charge. Drop-in\, 19+ welcome.  \nSunday was made for this. \nNo brunch plans? No agenda? Good. Come sit with us. \nEvery Sunday from 3PM–5PM at Heslaa Tea\, one of Victoria’s most beautiful\, calming spaces\, we’re holding room for something a little slower. A little softer. A little more human. \nFully self-guided with table talkers\, carefully chosen conversation prompt cards sitting at your table before you even walk through the door. No host\, no schedule\, no pressure to perform. Just a gentle starting point\, and then the conversation becomes completely your own. \nCome alone or bring someone. You’ll be paired one-on-one or in a small group (max 4) with people you wouldn’t have stumbled into on a regular Sunday afternoon. \nPicture this: \n-The smell of loose leaf tea and a table all to yourself \n– A conversation that actually makes you think \n– Connection that doesn’t feel forced or rushed \n– The slowest\, most restorative part of your whole week \n– Self-guided table talkers — show up\, sit down\, start talking \n– Heslaa Tea — 636 Johnson St\, Victoria BC \n– 100% free \n– 19+ welcome \n– Drop in anytime between 3PM–5PM \n– Stay for one cup or close the place down \nIf you’ve been looking for things to do in Victoria on a Sunday\, a way to meet people in Victoria BC without it feeling like a networking event\, or simply a reason to leave the house and feel something — this is your sign. \nThe best conversations you’ve ever had probably started with a warm drink and a stranger.  \nSee you Sunday
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/lets-talk-live-sunday-afternoon-conversation-and-connection/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Heslaa\, 636 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Networking
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SUMMARY:Unwind & Create: A Friday Night Art Journalling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What 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.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/unwind-create-a-friday-night-art-journalling-workshop-3/
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Hanna Kaye Art Therapy &amp%3B Counselling":MAILTO:info@hannakaye.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T120000
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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/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:murchies tea and coffee\, 1110 government st\, Victoria\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260621T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T210635Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Live: Sunday Afternoon Conversation and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 3-5pm at Heslaa Tea Room\, 636 Johnson st\, have meaningful conversations and create genuine connections\, free of charge. Drop-in\, 19+ welcome.  \nSunday was made for this. \nNo brunch plans? No agenda? Good. Come sit with us. \nEvery Sunday from 3PM–5PM at Heslaa Tea\, one of Victoria’s most beautiful\, calming spaces\, we’re holding room for something a little slower. A little softer. A little more human. \nFully self-guided with table talkers\, carefully chosen conversation prompt cards sitting at your table before you even walk through the door. No host\, no schedule\, no pressure to perform. Just a gentle starting point\, and then the conversation becomes completely your own. \nCome alone or bring someone. You’ll be paired one-on-one or in a small group (max 4) with people you wouldn’t have stumbled into on a regular Sunday afternoon. \nPicture this: \n-The smell of loose leaf tea and a table all to yourself \n– A conversation that actually makes you think \n– Connection that doesn’t feel forced or rushed \n– The slowest\, most restorative part of your whole week \n– Self-guided table talkers — show up\, sit down\, start talking \n– Heslaa Tea — 636 Johnson St\, Victoria BC \n– 100% free \n– 19+ welcome \n– Drop in anytime between 3PM–5PM \n– Stay for one cup or close the place down \nIf you’ve been looking for things to do in Victoria on a Sunday\, a way to meet people in Victoria BC without it feeling like a networking event\, or simply a reason to leave the house and feel something — this is your sign. \nThe best conversations you’ve ever had probably started with a warm drink and a stranger.  \nSee you Sunday
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/lets-talk-live-sunday-afternoon-conversation-and-connection/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Heslaa\, 636 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T203000
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SUMMARY:Creating Climate Resilience Summer Art Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you a young person (18 – 30) concerned about climate change? Are you seeking a community in which to express these thoughts and feelings?\nJoin Creating Climate Resilience for a free Tuesday evening workshop series utilizing artmaking and dialogue to explore your thoughts and feelings about climate change in a supportive space. Creating Climate Resilience is a community initiative aiming to cultivate people’s emotional resilience to climate impacts through relationship building\, knowledge mobilization and art workshops.\n\n \nOver this series of four art workshops we will explore such themes as how climate change feels in our bodies\, how we can respond to ecological grief and climate anxiety\, and our visions for what a climate resilient future could look like. This is a safe space to create ‘bad art’ to process your climate emotions. No prior artmaking experience or expertise about climate change is required. Snacks and supplies provided!\n\nDates: Tuesdays June 23rd\, June 30th\, July 7th and July 14th\nTime: 6:30pm – 8:30pm\nLocation: Open Space Arts Society\, 510 Fort Street\, 2nd Floor\, Victoria BC \nWhat to bring: a water bottle and yourself. Food and all artmaking supplies are provided! \n\nPlease register by June 19th to secure your spot: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScuVkEPYECea1CasLgyB_u8HMMB8Slpi8tnc5DKH9oapqaClg/viewform \n\nThis workshop series was made possible due to the financial support of the Ocean Wise Ocean Action Grant. To learn more about Ocean Wise and their work on marine conservation and climate action please visit: https://ocean.org/  \nThis event is taking place on the traditional\, unceded territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) Peoples—specifically the Songhees and Xwsepsum (Esquimalt) Nations—as well as the W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples. 
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/creating-climate-resilience-summer-art-workshop-series/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Open Space Studio\, 750 Blanshard St\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Causes,Community Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260627T120000
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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/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:murchies tea and coffee\, 1110 government st\, Victoria\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Networking
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SUMMARY:Artist & Curator Conversation:  آبِ رواں Aab-e-Ravaan: Language Like Water
DESCRIPTION:Location: Legacy Art Gallery Downtown \nFree & open to the public \n\n\nJoin artist Farheen Haq and curator Anahita Ranjbar for a conversation exploring the themes of آبِ رواں Aab-e-Ravaan\, Language Like Water. Together\, they will discuss migration\, memory\, Urdu poetry\, water as a site of belonging\, and the role of artmaking as a form of reconnection and care. Moving through textiles\, community-based practices\, and the poetry of Mirza Ghalib\, the conversation will reflect on how language\, land\, and ancestral histories continue to shape identity across generations. Rooted in themes of flow\, longing\, and confluence\, this program invites audiences into the currents of Farheen Haq’s artistic practice. \n*Please arrive early to avoid any waiting time at the door due to the capacity limits of the gallery. \nRefreshments will be served. \nImage: Opening reception\, آبِ رواں Aab-e-Ravaan\, Language Like Water exhibition on May 2\, 2026. Photograph by Karissa Chandrakate.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/artist-curator-conversation-%d8%a2%d8%a8%d9%90-%d8%b1%d9%88%d8%a7%da%ba-aab-e-ravaan-language-like-water/
LOCATION:Legacy Art Gallery\, 630 Yates Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1K9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T110000
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SUMMARY:The Strange Hour: A Brunch Variety Show
DESCRIPTION:Victoria’s ONLY 19+ brunch variety show\, The Strange Hour\, is back\, Sunday\, June 28th. \nFeaturing… \nJulien Amar – Musician\, whose latest release\, “TRUST THE CROWS”\, spans genres from rap to comedy folk and blends the sincere\, sinister and soulful\, sometimes simultaneously. \nSarah from Ruby Entertainment – Spoken Word – Sex work advocate and activist \nPunch the Monkey – Drag(?!) – rejected by his mother and hand-raised by zookeepers. \nJackson Walde – Coffee Demo – Jackson has more T-shirts than pants\, which is fairly normal. \nPlus VENDORS… \nAnette Walking – Illustrations \nBronwyn Lee Gaudin – Tarot \nAs always\, we are also serving up yummy onigiri rice balls by Good Filling Sankaku\, freshly baked savoury and sweet treats and drinks by Driftwood. Come early\, check out the Strange Market\, nosh on yummy treats in The Strange Shack and play some board games\, or check out our eco-tips / skills learning hub\, The Strange Station\, with the Sustainable Fox. \nTICKETS: https://skam.ca/the-strange-hour/ \nWHEN: Sunday\, June 28th\, 2026 \nTIME: 10AM doors\, 11AM show – 1PM (With short intermission) \nWHERE: SKAM Satellite Studio (849 Fort Street) \nCOST: $25 regular\, $35 pay it forward\, $15 accessible \nWheelchair accessible. Unlimited ins and outs. On the stolen Lands and Waterways of the Songhees and Esquimalt Peoples. Looking for gifts? Art? Drop in community events? More? Check out the Aunty Collective.
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/the-strange-hour-a-brunch-variety-show/
LOCATION:SKAM Satellite Studio\, 849 Fort Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Community Event,Food & Drink,Live Performance,Music
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Live: Sunday Afternoon Conversation and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday from 3-5pm at Heslaa Tea Room\, 636 Johnson st\, have meaningful conversations and create genuine connections\, free of charge. Drop-in\, 19+ welcome.  \nSunday was made for this. \nNo brunch plans? No agenda? Good. Come sit with us. \nEvery Sunday from 3PM–5PM at Heslaa Tea\, one of Victoria’s most beautiful\, calming spaces\, we’re holding room for something a little slower. A little softer. A little more human. \nFully self-guided with table talkers\, carefully chosen conversation prompt cards sitting at your table before you even walk through the door. No host\, no schedule\, no pressure to perform. Just a gentle starting point\, and then the conversation becomes completely your own. \nCome alone or bring someone. You’ll be paired one-on-one or in a small group (max 4) with people you wouldn’t have stumbled into on a regular Sunday afternoon. \nPicture this: \n-The smell of loose leaf tea and a table all to yourself \n– A conversation that actually makes you think \n– Connection that doesn’t feel forced or rushed \n– The slowest\, most restorative part of your whole week \n– Self-guided table talkers — show up\, sit down\, start talking \n– Heslaa Tea — 636 Johnson St\, Victoria BC \n– 100% free \n– 19+ welcome \n– Drop in anytime between 3PM–5PM \n– Stay for one cup or close the place down \nIf you’ve been looking for things to do in Victoria on a Sunday\, a way to meet people in Victoria BC without it feeling like a networking event\, or simply a reason to leave the house and feel something — this is your sign. \nThe best conversations you’ve ever had probably started with a warm drink and a stranger.  \nSee you Sunday
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/lets-talk-live-sunday-afternoon-conversation-and-connection/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Heslaa\, 636 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 1M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Citizen Engagement,Community Event,Health & Wellness,Networking
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SUMMARY:Creating Climate Resilience Summer Art Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you a young person (18 – 30) concerned about climate change? Are you seeking a community in which to express these thoughts and feelings?\nJoin Creating Climate Resilience for a free Tuesday evening workshop series utilizing artmaking and dialogue to explore your thoughts and feelings about climate change in a supportive space. Creating Climate Resilience is a community initiative aiming to cultivate people’s emotional resilience to climate impacts through relationship building\, knowledge mobilization and art workshops.\n\n \nOver this series of four art workshops we will explore such themes as how climate change feels in our bodies\, how we can respond to ecological grief and climate anxiety\, and our visions for what a climate resilient future could look like. This is a safe space to create ‘bad art’ to process your climate emotions. No prior artmaking experience or expertise about climate change is required. Snacks and supplies provided!\n\nDates: Tuesdays June 23rd\, June 30th\, July 7th and July 14th\nTime: 6:30pm – 8:30pm\nLocation: Open Space Arts Society\, 510 Fort Street\, 2nd Floor\, Victoria BC \nWhat to bring: a water bottle and yourself. Food and all artmaking supplies are provided! \n\nPlease register by June 19th to secure your spot: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScuVkEPYECea1CasLgyB_u8HMMB8Slpi8tnc5DKH9oapqaClg/viewform \n\nThis workshop series was made possible due to the financial support of the Ocean Wise Ocean Action Grant. To learn more about Ocean Wise and their work on marine conservation and climate action please visit: https://ocean.org/  \nThis event is taking place on the traditional\, unceded territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən (Lekwungen) Peoples—specifically the Songhees and Xwsepsum (Esquimalt) Nations—as well as the W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples. 
URL:https://events.downtownvictoria.ca/event/creating-climate-resilience-summer-art-workshop-series/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:Open Space Studio\, 750 Blanshard St\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Causes,Community Event,Workshop
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