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The Week Ahead: May 12th - 18th

The Week Ahead: May 12th - 18th

💡Cirque de Soleil, Comedy, Film Nights and more!

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
May 11, 2025

Hey LampPosters!

The month is May! and saving some events for Thursday, but you can find jazz shows, workshops, comedy nights and so much more.

Cohorts and Hangouts this Saturday too for those who’ve signed up :)

Hope you all have a great week! Stay safe

-Simon & Jared ❤️

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Featured

FUNK ‘N SOUL IN THE TOWNSHIP

TD JazzFest | June 27th Weekend | 2025

Put on your dancing shoes at TD JazzFest’s Funk ‘n Soul in the Township at Bullen Park, Esquimalt! Featuring Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, Sungazer, and more, 3-night passes are only $99, single night tickets $42 – buy tickets today and get ready to party!

Community Events

🌱 Get Growing Victoria

Tuesday, May 13 | Around Lunch (Location Dependant) | Various in Greater Victoria | Free

The Get Growing, Victoria! program helps distribute seedlings and soil-building materials to residents facing barriers to growing food, supporting communities through partnerships with non-profit organizations.

💆‍♀️ Mother's day duo treatment

Tuesday, May 13 | 3-6pm | Allies Integrated health Clinic | by donation

Celebrate care with a tag-team bodywork treatment for you and a loved one, featuring gentle, grounding 15-minute sessions. Donate to the Patient Access Fund to participate.

✴️💿 Doom City Records x Supply Pop-Up

Tuesday, May 13 | 11am-6pm | Routine Coffee | Free

Doom City Records is offering extended hours for record shopping on Tuesday, May 13th from 11-6. Stop by to browse and buy some vinyl.

🚶‍♀️ Moose Hide Campaign Day 2025

Thursday, May 15 | 12pm | Thunderbird Park | Free

Join the Moose Hide Campaign's Walk to End Violence, a family-friendly event featuring an Indigenous-led ceremony and a march from Thunderbird Park to the legislature lawns. Take part in this collective effort to prevent gender-based violence and create positive change.

✴️🎉 Intrepid Festival Hub Open House

Thursday, May 15 | 6-8pm | 1609 Blanshard #2 | Free

Check out the new Intrepid Festival Hub at their open house launch. Enjoy snacks and drinks while learning about the space and rental program.

🏐 100+ Men Who Care Charity May 15, 2025

Thursday, May 15 | 5-6:30pm | Sticky Wicket Rooftop | $100

Enjoy volleyball and barbeque on the Sticky Wicket rooftop while networking and supporting a local charity. An evening of fun for a good cause.

✴️🤠 West Coast Barn Dance

Friday, May 16 | 6-10:30pm | Edelweiss Club | By donation ($10-$12)

Join the West Coast Barn Dances for a lively evening of traditional fiddle music, dancing, and homemade snacks. No experience needed - all steps will be taught at this family-friendly community event.

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Performing Arts

🎤 Laugh My Friggin Bottom Off

Monday, May 12 | 8-10pm | The View Street Social | 0$-$10

LMFBO is a monthly comedy show featuring professional and amateur comics from across Canada. Enjoy an hour of laughs at 753 View St Social, with admission by donation.

🎤 Sauvage Comedy

Tuesday, May 13 | 8pm | Ile Sauvage | $15

Sauvage Comedy presents a night of laughter with a mix of seasoned pros and rising stars at Ile Sauvage Brewing. Enjoy craft beer while comedians Elyott Ryan, Danielle Florence, Bradley Fung, Rory Dunn, and Russ Alonso take the stage.

💀 Hourglass

Wednesday, May 14 | 5:30-6:30pm | Little Fernwood | Donation

Play a death conversation game and explore related resources in this casual, thought-provoking gathering.

✴️🎪 Cirque Du Soleil: CRYSTAL

All Week | Various Times (usually 7pm) | Save On Foods Memorial Centre | $98+

Cirque du Soleil's CRYSTAL brings circus arts to the ice for the first time, blending jaw-dropping acrobatics with skating in a whimsical journey of imagination. This unique production arrives in Victoria for 12 performances at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre.

🩰 Victoria Academy of Ballet

Thursday, May 15 | 6:30pm | McPherson Playhouse | $38-$43

Victoria Academy of Ballet students present Take Flight, a showcase of ballet and contemporary works including classics and new choreography. Witness the talent of young dancers as they prepare to launch their professional careers.

🎨 Ball Played by Eulene Franzcelia

Thursday, May 15 | 5-8pm | Ministry of Casual Living | Free

Explore the artist's journey through object art, sculpture, and painting in this exhibition featuring her ""Ball Played"" series, which transforms discarded objects into meaningful artworks.

🎤 COMEDY WORLD: a pro standup show

Thursday, May 15 | 9-11pm | The Mint | $15-$30

Colin Cowan brings his hit standup comedy show on tour, featuring his high-energy, cynically optimistic sets and special guests. Experience a night of hilarious entertainment from this versatile comedian and his hand-picked lineup.

✴️🎭 Excuse Me? Comedy Show! DO NOT MISS OR ELSE!

Thursday, May 15 | 8pm | Cinderbloc Studios | $20

Excuse Me? presents a comedy show featuring Vancouver headliners and local talent, plus live painting by Keith Williams at Cinderbloc Studios. Doors open at 7PM, show starts at 8PM.

Sports & Athletic Events

✴️🧗‍♀️ CragX x Robinsons Film Showing + NCS Showcase

Monday, May 12 | 6-7:45pm | Robinsons | Free

Learn about Crag X's New Climbers Sponsorship program and watch ""SAMA,"" a film by ClimbAID, at this inclusive event featuring inspiring talks and discussions.

🚵 SIMBS May Tenner - Torpedo Run Chainless Race

Thursday, May 15 | 5-9:30pm | 1 Hartland Ave | $10

Race down Mt. Work's Torpedo Run trail without a chain on your bike in SIMBS' thrilling May Tenner event. Test your skills and enjoy the post-race barbecue with fellow mountain biking enthusiasts.

💃 Victoria Lindy Exchange

Saturday, May 17 | Announced soon | Various Locations | $100-$220

The Victoria Lindy Exchange 2024 brought together dancers for a weekend of swinging fun, featuring live bands, DJs, and a vibrant community atmosphere.

Arts & Creative Events

✴️🧵 Eco-Stitch Society

Tuesday, May 13 | 6-8pm | 2950 Douglas St | $10

The Eco-Stitch Society offers monthly gatherings for eco-conscious crafters to share sustainable sewing practices, upcycling ideas, and creative projects. Join for presentations, discussions, and hands-on activities focused on stitching a greener future.

✴️📚 The Productivity Diet: Book Launch Party

Tuesday, May 13 | 5-7pm | Koffi | Free

Join author Mike Vardy for the launch of ""The Productivity Diet"" at Koffi in Victoria, BC. Enjoy an evening of conversation, coffee, book signings, giveaways, and interactive elements.

🖌️ Psychedelic Art Club

Thursday, May 15 | 6:30-8:30pm | Rockslide Gallery | $12

Explore visionary art and altered states at the Psychedelic Art Club, where you'll create alongside fellow psychonauts in a supportive studio environment.

🐄 Highland Spring Cow Paint Night

Thursday, May 15 | 6:30pm | Crooked Goose | $50

Paint your own Highland Spring Cow at Paint Night in the Crooked Goose Pub. Follow step-by-step instructions while enjoying drinks and a social atmosphere.

🎨 Peony Ng Artist Opening

Thursday, May 15 | 1-3pm | Littler Fernwood | Free

Peony Ng's exhibition showcases dreamlike illustrations and installations that blend urban culture with abstract nostalgia, exploring the intersection of memory and construction.🖌️

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Learning & Workshops

✴️🧬 Professor Alice Roberts

Monday, May 12 | 7pm | Royal Theatre | $69

Professor Alice Roberts presents ""From Cell to Civilization,"" a multimedia journey exploring human evolution from the first spark of life to early civilizations, examining our past and present through genetics and archaeology.

🍹 iWIST Casual Drinks

Monday, May 12 | 4:30-6:30pm | Glo | $8-$18

Enjoy happy hour drinks and appetizers on Glo's patio, hosted by Zoe MacLeod of Royal Roads University, with a chance to win a $500 prize towards professional studies.

✂️ Collage Notebook Workshop

Monday, May 12 | 6-9pm | 1923 Fernwood Rd | $10-$15

Create your own unique collage notebook in this hands-on workshop, using a variety of colorful papers, old magazines, and other materials to personalize your cover and pages. Learn collage techniques and take home a one-of-a-kind journal to capture your thoughts and ideas.

🌈 Youth Climate Stewardship Seminar

Tuesday, May 13 | 5-8pm | Gorge Park Pavilion | Free

Explore queer perspectives in climate action at this youth-focused seminar, featuring inspiring stories from queer climate leaders and pathways to environmental careers.

💼 Business Leaders Luncheon

Tuesday, May 13 | 11:30am-1pm | Union Club | $88

Minister Diana Gibson discusses the province's economic initiatives at a networking lunch, featuring a presentation and Q&A session.

🍄 VAPS Integration Circle

Tuesday, May 13 | 6:30-8pm | Little Fernwood | $10-$25 Sliding

Psychedelic integration circles held every 2nd and 4th Tuesday evening, offering a space to share and reflect on past experiences or prepare for future journeys.

✴️👩‍💼 Victoria Resilient Women in Business Networking Event #5

Wednesday, May 14 | 3pm | Bayview Place | $18

A monthly networking event for ambitious women in business, offering support, inspiration, and connections to help drive success at any stage of your entrepreneurial journey.

Live Music & Concerts

Monday, May 12

Tuesday, May 13

Wednesday, May 14

Thursday, May 15

Friday, May 16

▶️ Vic High R&B | R&B | 7-8:30pm | Caffe Fantastico Kings | $10 | Tickets & Info

Saturday, May 17

✴️▶️ POUYA, Kxllswxtch, Fat Nick Live In Victoria | Rap | 8pm | Capital Ballroom | $60 | Tickets & Info

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