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The Week Ahead: July 21st - 27th

The Week Ahead: July 21st - 27th

💡Wave Raves, Sunset Markets and more!

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
July 20, 2025

Hey LampPosters!

We hope y’all had a great weekend hanging out, walking Paint-In and seeing cool cars from Duece Days.

Some great community events coming in - enjoy!

As per usual, you can find us at the Beer Truck

⛵ Tuesday - Ship Point

👽 Wednesday - Eventide

🚂 Friday - Langford Station

🎸 Saturday - Eats & Beats Music Festival (DON’T MISS THIS)

Hope you all have a great week! Stay safe

-Simon & Jared ❤️

Check it out:

Want to find events by price, category, and date? → Events Platform

Want these in calendar form? → Events Calendar

Havin’ a hard time choosing an event? → Spin the Wheel

✴️ = Popular Events

Read the post online to make sure you don’t miss any events! 👇

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Community Events

🌈 Queers and Beers

Tuesday, July 22 | 5pm-7pm | Herald St. | Free

Queers & Beers returns to Herald St Brew Works, offering a relaxed social gathering for the LGBTQ+ community and allies. Enjoy craft brews in the multi-level taproom or dog-friendly patios on July 22 from 5-7 PM.

🌇 Oaklands Sunset Market - Literature Day

Wednesday, July 23 | 4:30pm-8pm | Oaklands Community Centre | Free

Enjoy diverse food trucks, local vendors, live music, and a beer garden at Summer Nights at Oaklands every Wednesday evening. This weekly community event offers a perfect mix of food, shopping, and entertainment. 🎵

✴️🎵 Eventide: Blush/ Ghost Darling / houseguest

Wednesday, July 23 | 6pm-9:30pm | Centennial Square | Free

Local and touring musicians perform free outdoor concerts in Centennial Square on summer Wednesday evenings, offering diverse genres and a lively atmosphere.

💎 Rock N' Gem Show Day

All Weekend | Various Times | City Centre Park | $3-$7

Canada's largest Rock N' Gem Show is coming to Victoria, featuring over 400 tables of crystals, gemstones, fossils, and handcrafted jewelry from vendors around the world. Explore rare minerals and ancient treasures at this family-friendly event.

✴️🎉 Make Good Party

Saturday, July 26 | 3pm-10pm | Ship Point | Free

The Make Good Party is a street celebration of local talent, featuring a curated market, food, drinks, and music. Browse local designs while enjoying delicious eats and dancing to live DJs.

🏄‍♀️ Victoria Wave Rave 2025

Saturday, July 26 | 3pm-8pm | Banfield Park | Free

Experience the magic of Victoria's Wave Rave as you paddle down the Gorge waterway, dancing to EDM beats and embracing ocean-inspired daydreams. Join fellow paddlers for a vibrant, aquatic adventure filled with music, camaraderie, and shimmering splendor.

✴️ 👩‍🎨 ArtisTREE Festival

Saturday, July 26 | 10am-7pm | Government House Gardens | Free

Experience a vibrant celebration of Canadian artistry at ArtisTREE Festival, featuring handmade crafts, live music, and local food in an inclusive, family-friendly atmosphere. 🎨

Finding events - easier than ever.

With the launch of our new website, finding events has never been easier.

Filter by genre, event categories, price, dates and more. Can’t pick? No worries! Spin the events wheel.

Performing Arts

🦉 Stage Ready - Haus of Owl Creation Club

Tuesday, July 22 | 6pm-8:30pm | Haus of Owl Creation Club | $10

Hone your slam poetry skills and stage presence in this 3-week series led by award-winning poet Natasha Jade. Designed for both newcomers and experienced performers, Stage Ready offers practical tips to elevate your poetry performance.

🍺 Phillips Comedy Night at the Mint

Wednesday, July 23 | 8pm-9:30pm | The Mint | $15

Phillips Comedy Night at The Mint brings together the city's funniest comedians for an evening of laughter, food, and drinks every Wednesday. Hosted by Morgan Cranny and Drew Farrance, this wildly popular show promises a hilarious midweek escape.

🌱 Garden Sessions

Thursday, July 24 | 6:30pm-9pm | Haus of Owl Creation Club | $5-$10

Garden Sessions is Victoria's monthly all-original, multi-disciplinary open stage at the Haus of Owl Creation Club, featuring musicians, poets, dancers, and more performing their original works.

✴️ 🧨 ROAST BATTLE VICTORIA

Thursday, July 24 | 7pm | Phoenix Bar and Grill | $17

Comedians face off in a battle of wits and insults at Roast Battle Victoria, featuring three heated matchups and snarky commentary from the judges.

✴️ 🏰 Yes and Yesteryear

Friday, July 25 | 4pm | Emily Carr House | $33

Experience an improvised Jane Austen-style performance at Emily Carr House, complete with witty banter, social commentary, and unexpected twists, all served with complimentary lemonade and cucumber sandwiches.

🎭 IMPROV COMEDY Live

Friday, July 25 | 8pm | The Mint | $20

Experience side-splitting improv comedy at The Mint, featuring Victoria's top talent. Enjoy exclusive happy hour deals while you laugh the night away.

Sports & Athletic Events

💃 Ballroom in the Square

Tuesday, July 22 | 6:30am-9pm | Centennial Square | Free

Join the Victoria Ballroom Dance Society for a 30-minute beginner dance lesson followed by social dancing. Everyone welcome: no partner or dance experience is necessary. Feel free to come and enjoy the music if you aren’t interested in dancing.

🧘‍♀️Yoga in the Park

Tuesday, July 22 | 6pm-7pm | Willows Beach Park | Free

Join free outdoor yoga classes at Willows Beach Park every Tuesday evening this summer, led by experienced instructors from Ajna Yoga and Oak Bay Recreation.

🌈 Dyke Night at Peacocks

Tuesday, July 22 | 7pm-10pm | Peacocks | $8+

Dyke Night offers weekly LGBTQ+ gatherings in July, featuring billiards, performances, and community events at various Victoria venues.

✴️ 🏟️ Dub Sea Fish Sticks vs. Victoria HarbourCats

Tuesday, July 22 | 6:35pm | Royal Athletic Park | $15-$40

Grab premium seats in sections 6, 7, and 12 for only $12 on Tuesdays. It's a budget-friendly way to enjoy the game in style.

🧘‍♀️ All Levels Flow Yoga

Wednesday, July 23 | 12pm-12:45pm | Ship Point | Free

Drop in for a free yoga session with One Yoga, where mats are available on a first-come basis. Remember to bring your own mat if possible and a reusable water bottle.

🍺 Dub Sea Fish Sticks vs. Victoria HarbourCats

Wednesday, July 23 | 6:35pm | Royal Athletic Park | $15-$40

Sip on Red Arrow's signature brews, including the popular Ballpark Blonde Ale, at a special midweek price. Every Wednesday, all Red Arrow beers are just $6.00.

💪 TFA Drop-In Fitness Class

Thursday, July 24 | 12-1pm | Ship Point | Free

Get your sweat on with free drop-in fitness classes at The Fitness Academy. Bring your own mat if possible and don't forget a reusable water bottle.

🧘‍♀️ Morning Yoga in the Gardens

Thursday, July 24 | 10am-11:15am | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific | $16-$20

Unwind with a hatha flow yoga session in the serene Bonsai garden, focusing on alignment and breath control. This all-levels class includes garden admission.

✴️ ⚾️ Victoria Mavericks vs. Victoria HarbourCats

Thursday, July 24 | 6:35pm | Royal Athletic Park | $15-$40

The Victoria Mavericks, fresh off their 2024 Men's Provincial Championship win, face off against the HarbourCats in a high-stakes rematch. This game serves as a tune-up for the Mavericks as they prepare to host the 2025 Provincials.

🧘‍♀️ Acro Yoga Beginner & Intermediate Classes

Thursday, July 24 | 7:10pm | Island Circus Space | $15

Experience the unique blend of yoga and acrobatics in Acro Yoga, where partners work together to build strength, flexibility, and trust through balancing poses and fluid movements.

🏳️‍🌈 Queer Jock Night

Thursday, July 24 | 6pm | Stevenson Memorial Park | Free

Queer Jock Night brings together LGBTQ+ sports groups for a fun, inclusive social at Stevenson Memorial Park, featuring lawn games, frisbee, and a chance to connect with various queer sport clubs in town.

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Arts & Creative Events

🗣️ Let's Talk Tuesdays

Tuesday, July 22 | 12pm-2pm | Spinnakers Brewpub | Free

Enjoy casual, platonic conversations with new people at Spinnakers Brewpub every Tuesday afternoon, with conversation prompts provided to spark engaging chats

🌊 Fabric Printmaking Workshop

Wednesday, July 23 | 1:30pm-3:30pm | The Maritime Museum of B.C. | $30

Carve your own ocean-inspired linocut stamp and print it onto fabric at this hands-on workshop in the Maritime Museum of BC. Take home your unique carved block and a personalized tea towel or tote bag.

🎨 Intro to Mixed Media Collage

Wednesday, July 23 | 9:30am-12pm | Arts and Culture Colwood Society | $40

Craft colorful origami creations with artist Cindy McMath in this hands-on workshop at the seaside Goldfinch Arts Centre. Learn folding techniques and create your own paper masterpieces.

🧶 Sunset Picknit

Wednesday, July 23 | 7pm | Ross Bay Beach | Free

Knit and crochet by the sea at Ross Bay beach, enjoying the sunset while working on your projects. Bring your crafts, friends, and snacks for a creative evening on the sand.

✴️ 💃 Salsa Dance Night

Friday, July 25 | 7:30pm-10:30pm | Victoria Edelweiss Club | $12

Spice up your night with a salsa workshop followed by Latin dancing, perfect for both beginners and experienced dancers. Whether you come with a partner or solo, you'll enjoy a lively evening of rhythm and movement.

Learning & Workshops

✴️ 🪢 SHiBARi LVL 3 : PRACTiCAL BODY HARNESSES W/ MOTEVOTiON

Monday, July 21 | 7pm-9pm | Little Fernwood | $33

Explore the art of custom rope harnesses in this hands-on class, learning fundamental techniques and how to adapt ties for different body types and purposes.

🍄 VAPS: Integration Circles

Tuesday, July 22 | 6:15pm-8:15pm | Little Fernwood | Donation

Bi-weekly Summer Circles offer a supportive space to integrate psychedelic experiences and prepare for future journeys through sharing and reflection.

🪨 Painted Stepping Stones at the Loghouse Pub!

Tuesday, July 22 | 6:30pm-8:30pm | Loghouse Pub | $55

Create colorful cement stepping stones with butterfly, sunflower, or rose designs at the Loghouse Pub, learning painting techniques while enjoying drinks and socializing.

🎛️ The Art of Electronic Music

Wednesday, July 23 | 6pm-8pm | Haus of Owl | $10

Electronic music enthusiasts can level up their skills in these interactive workshops led by Devon King and Adam Woodrow. Participants will learn new techniques, get answers to their questions, and collaborate with fellow music makers.

✍️ Storytelling Through Journaling

Wednesday, July 23 | 5:30pm-7:30pm | Oaklands Community Centre | $15-30

Explore your unique voice through journaling in this empowering two-hour workshop led by writer and storyteller Thembelihle Moyo. Develop storytelling skills and boost your creative confidence in a safe, inclusive space.

🗣️ Introduction to Eco Printing with Lorelei Textile Design

Wednesday, July 23 | 6pm-9pm | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific | $145

Discover the art of eco printing and create unique textiles using plant-based colors. This hands-on workshop guides you through transforming fabrics with natural dyes, suitable for all skill levels.

🍃 Community Conversations: Indigenous Workplace Practices

Wednesday, July 23 | 10am-11:30am | Given on RSVP | Free

Join a workshop to share experiences and ideas on how workplaces can better support Indigenous employees, exploring cultural holidays and inclusive policies.

🎨 Victorian Vistas - a Watercolour Experience

Wednesday, July 23 | 1pm-4pm | Imagine Studio Cafe | $26

Create watercolor paintings of Victoria's scenic spots under the guidance of award-winning artist Rose Cowles Martin, with all materials provided for an inspiring outdoor art experience.

✴️🕺 Swingin' in the Shell

Thursday, July 24 | 7pm-9:30pm | Cameron Band Shell in Beacon Hill Park | Free

Swing dance under the stars with live jazz bands every Monday in July, featuring a beginner lesson followed by social dancing at the Cameron Band Shell.

🤖 VIATEC AI Meetup: Technology Track

Thursday, July 24 | 11:30am | Fort Tectoria | Free

Explore the impact of AI on software engineering with Eric McLachlan at the VIATEC AI Meetup, where he'll share survival strategies and insights for developers in the age of artificial intelligence.

🌿 BYOV Terrarium Workshop

Friday, July 25 | 5:30pm-6:30pm | VI Plant Shop | $44

Create a mini green oasis in this hands-on Terrarium Workshop, where you'll plant and decorate your own glass vessel with expert guidance.

Live Music & Concerts

Monday, July 21

Tuesday, July 22

Wednesday, July 23

Thursday, July 24

▶️ CANADA.GOV.CA AFTERPARTY W/ TROPHY DAD & TEN02 | $17 | 8:30 - 11:30pm | The Duke Saloon | Tickets & Info

Friday, July 25

Saturday, July 26

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