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The Week Ahead: November 3rd - 9th
💡Clothing Swaps, Mental Health Talks & Café Historique
Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
November 02, 2025
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FEATURED
What happens when your smartphone becomes part of the show?
An interactive and thought-provoking new performance happening November 5, 6 & 9 at the Victoria Conservatory of Music!
Instead of turning your phone off, you’ll keep it on — dress it up and let it stand in for you as an audience member. SmartSmart invites you to reflect on how our devices extend our senses, alter our relationships, and change how we experience the world.
✨ Expect curiosity, play, and unexpected moments of connection — between people, screens, and the digital world that surrounds us.
MARKETS, PARADES, FESTIVALS AND OTHER AWESOME STUFF
Community Events
Tuesday + Thursday, November 4 + 5, 2025 | 10am-4pm |UVIC Sub| Free
Bring gently loved clothes to swap for fresh finds and give your wardrobe a sustainable refresh. Trade your old favorites for cool new pieces while keeping fashion circular.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 6:30pm-7:30pm |813 Claremont Ave| Free
Join a casual community singing session where songs are taught call-and-response style—no experience or musical ability required. Sing rounds and harmonies about nature, joy, and community in a welcoming atmosphere where all voices belong.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 4:30pm-7pm |Esquimalt Recreation Centre| Free
The Esquimalt Farmers Market moves indoors for fall, offering fresh produce, baked goods, prepared meals, honey, preserves, and handmade gifts from local vendors. Shop local every Thursday evening through mid-December at the Esquimalt Recreation Centre.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 6pm-8pm | UVic Student Union BUilding Room B028 | Free
A weekly drop-in circle where men and masculine-identifying folks connect through check-ins, open discussion, and community building—no sign-up needed, just show up. Free food, drinks, and bus tickets provided for all students and community members.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 6 pm-8:30 pm | 552 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC V8W 1N7, Canada | Free
Join BetterTransitYYJ at Habit Coffee on Pandora as we host Saanich mayor Dean Murdock and Langford councillor Colby Harder for a discussion on how to build a better city for families. We’ll start with a panel discussion, transition into a Q&A, and finish off with a meet and greet. Space is limited, so make sure to register!
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 6pm-8pm | 1307 Broad St | By donation
Three outdoor films screening with beer from local breweries, where donations support Habitat Acquisition Trust's conservation work on Vancouver Island. Yeti gear giveaways and prizes throughout the night.
Friday, November 7, 2025 | 5:30pm-6:30pm |355-1627 Fort Street| $22 drop in
Partner yoga class focused on connection through gentle movement, breath work, and assisted poses—no experience needed. You'll flow together, build trust through touch, and close with shared stillness that leaves you both relaxed and reconnected.
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 10-5pm |1100 Admirals Road| $0-$5
Shop handmade gifts and local art from over 60 vendors while enjoying live music, food, and family activities at this beloved holiday market that supports the Rainbow Kitchen through donations and partial admission proceeds.
BALLET, COMEDY, THEATRE AND MORE!
Performing Arts
✴️🚎 Burning Mom
Multiple Dates! | 7:30pm | The Belfry Theatre | PWYC $20+
A widow defies her children's expectations by driving a 26-foot RV to Burning Man after her husband's death, embarking on an unexpected journey of self-discovery, love, and community in the desert.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 7pm-9:30pm |Phoenix Bar & Grill| Free
An open mic night for standup comedians and musicians to try out new material and perform in a relaxed atmosphere.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 6:30-8pm |Caffe Fantastico| Free
Celebrate poetry at the Victoria Book Prize event! Meet the shortlisted poets, hear their work, and enjoy an evening of literary connection.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 7-9pm |3800 Finnerty Road| $7-$12
An unforgettable evening of powerful storytelling with Richard Van Camp, Miranda Jimmy, and Sekwan Wabasca, supporting bursaries for Indigenous students.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 8-9:30pm |The Mint| $15
A weekly standup comedy showcase featuring both professional and amateur comedians, perfect for a midweek night out or celebration.
✴️📱 SmartSmart by Adrienne Wong - Seen above!
Wednesday + Thursday, November 5 + 6, 2025 | 7pm-8pm | Victoria Conservatory of Music | $10-40
Your smartphone becomes the star in this interactive performance where you'll dress up your device, keep it on (yes, really), and explore how technology shapes our connections through crafts, storytelling, and unexpected surprises. Experience a thought-provoking show that turns the usual theater rules upside down
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 6:30pm |Caffe Fantastico| $5-$15 Sliding
A welcoming open mic night where storytellers of all levels share five-minute tales—true or imagined—at Caffe Fantastico’s cozy Story Circle.
Thursday to Saturday, November 6 + 7 + 8, 2025 | 7-8pm |Craigdarroch Castle| $35
A welcoming open mic night where storytellers of all levels share five-minute tales—true or imagined—at Caffe Fantastico’s cozy Story Circle.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 8pm |Hecklers Bar and Grill| $25
Local comedy show supporting Admirals Hockey with headliner Todd Ness taking the stage for laughs and community spirit. 🏒
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 6pm-9pm |Olympic View Golf Club| $185
A formal fundraising evening featuring live circus acts, dance performances, musical entertainment, and auctions to support the creation of a West Shore Arts and Culture Centre, with a special reveal of the proposed building design. Enjoy networking, great food, and entertainment while supporting the community's need for dedicated performance spaces.
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GET YA BODY MOVIN’
Sports & Athletic
✴️🏃 Couch to 5k
Monday, November 3, 2025 | 6pm |Fernwood Square| Free
Join Monday sessions with Morgen, Elan, Joe, & Hannah to gradually build up from walking and light jogging to a full 5km at your own pace—no experience or speed expectations required.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 6:30pm |Cook / Dallas| Free
A welcoming 5k run every Tuesday evening at 6:30pm along Dallas Road for BIPOC runners and allies of all paces in Victoria. Meet at the Beacon Hill sign on Cook Street to connect with the community.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 12pm-1pm | 355-1627 Fort Street | $22 drop in, passes available
This 60-minute practice blends an energizing flow with restorative yin postures, guided by a yoga therapist who helps you balance strength with surrender and movement with stillness. You'll build heat and focus, then sink into deep release and nervous system regulation, leaving both grounded and uplifted.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 6pm-9pm |Naden Athletic Centre| $8.50
Join a welcoming 4v4 full-court basketball drop-in every Tuesday evening where trans folks, non-binary people, and women can play in a supportive environment at the Naden Athletic Centre. Drop in any week through December for some casual competitive play on a smaller court format.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 8:15am |Third Space Movement| $1500
Learn the art and science of kettlebell training in this comprehensive 70-hour course, covering everything from foundational movements to effective coaching strategies and inclusive teaching practices.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 5:30pm |Frontrunners Footwear (on Vancouver)| Free
A casual evening combining a 5K social run with Altra shoe demos, food, and community talks focused on mental and physical health, featuring speakers including Ben Miller from the WIRTH Foundation. Open to all fitness levels and backgrounds, with the option to skip the run and join just for the social time and conversations afterwards.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 5pm-7pm |Lam Cir Park| Free
Weekly calisthenics sessions where you can learn and practice bodyweight skills at your own pace, with different skill focuses each week. All fitness levels welcome to join this supportive community workout.
SEWING, PAINTING, WRITING, AND OTHER ART
Arts & Creative
Monday, November 3, 2025 | 7:30pm-9pm |Crystal Pool & Fitness Centre| $125
A 5-week watercolor pencil workshop where you'll explore wet and dry techniques, basic color theory, and connect with others through creative play—no experience needed.
✴️♟️ Queer Chess Club
Monday, November 3, 2025 | 7pm-9pm |Oaklands Community Centre| Free
Queer Chess Club offers a relaxed evening of beginner-friendly chess and board games, creating a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community to connect and learn. Players of all skill levels are welcome to join this inclusive gathering.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 11am-5pm | Gage Gallery Arts Collective | Free
Beverly Jean Hancock's solo show explores joy and connection through quirky, expressive paintings inspired by what makes people smile—featuring an opening reception, Halloween masquerade party, and open studio days.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 7pm-8:30pm |Munro's Books - 1108 Government St| Free
Bestselling author Steven Erikson launches the second book in his Tales of Witness series, continuing the epic Malazan saga ten years after The Crippled God with new adventures rising from the ashes of rebellion in the Seven Cities.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 7-8:30pm |1330 Fairfield Rd| Free
Join a relaxed knitting circle where you can work on your fiber arts projects while chatting with fellow crafters. Beginners welcome—facilitators are here to help you get started with the basics.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 6pm-7pm | Crystal Pool & Fitness Centre | $60
Learn knitting techniques from casting on to colorwork in small group lessons where you'll get hands-on instruction and plenty of practice time. Bring your needles and yarn to level up your skills, whether you're just starting out or ready to tackle cables.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 5:30pm-8pm | 1924 Fernwood Road | $10
Watch Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom while crafting custom pin-back buttons with provided collage supplies, paper, scissors, glue, and glitter. Bring a friend for an evening of whimsy and creativity.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 3pm-4pm |Luther Court Society| Free
Drop in Thursday afternoons to work on crafts in a relaxed, all-ages space with rotating monthly themes and free supplies. No registration needed—just show up and get creative!
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 5pm-9pm |Art Gallery of Greater Victoria| Free
Explore art exhibitions and programs at no cost every Thursday evening from 5-9 pm at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria. Free admission for residents and visitors through September 2026.
KEEP YOUR MIND FRESH
Learning & Workshops
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 7pm |Windsor Park| Donation
A documentary traces the journey from a 1956 story pole at Beacon Hill Park to the Netherlands, uncovering how Indigenous veterans are honored and remembered through the guidance of First Nations Elders. The film connects Royal Roads Military College, the Tsawout Nation, and the Holten Canadian War Cemetery in a story of truth and reconciliation.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 6-9pm |Intrepid Theatre| $34
Learn techniques for writing engaging, effective dialogue in your play from Governor General's Award-winning playwright Kevin Kerr, examining dramatic storytelling functions and actors' text interpretation approaches.
🎛️ Flip Night
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 7-9:30pm |Haus of Owl| $10
Join Victoria's beat making community to learn, share techniques, and experiment with sample-based music—all experience levels welcome. Bring your MPC, SP404, laptop, or whatever gear you use to create.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 7pm-9pm |Hermann's Jazz Club| $5
Join historians Martin Bunton and Andrew Wender for an engaging discussion at UVic's Café Historique. Attend in person for $5 at the door or catch the livestream.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 7pm-8:30pm | Errant Empire | $30
Practice grounding, energy sensing, and body scanning techniques with reiki master Carolyn Adams in a relaxed, hands-on evening. Connect with curious folks exploring their relationship to personal energy through playful exercises like pushing, pulling, and directing energy flow. ✨
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 5:30pm-6:30pm | 552 Johnson Street, Victoria, BC | Free
Learn the parachute stitch technique at this free monthly mending workshop where you can repair and personalize your favorite clothing items. Supplies are provided, and all skill levels are welcome for an evening of stitching and conversation.
TASTE THE LOCAL GOODS!
Foodie Events
Friday, November 7, 2025 | 6-7:30pm |Fairfield Community Center| $8
Enjoy a home-cooked lasagna dinner with your community on the second Friday of the month, with vegetarian options available and pay-what-you-can pricing. Drop by anytime between 6:00-7:30pm for dine-in or bring your own container for takeout.
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 5:30pm | Oaklands Community Centre | $5-$20
A monthly Queer Community Dinner bringing LGBTQ2S+ folks together for a warm, homemade meal, connection, and celebration—by queer community, for queer community.
BOARD GAMES, TRIVIA AND MORE!
Fun n’ Games
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 3:30pm-6:30pm | Cook Street Village Activity Centre | Free
Play from a collection of 40+ board games for just $4.
REACH YOUR CAREER GOALS
Tech & Networking
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 5:30-8pm |The Dock| Donation
A premier networking event uniting nonprofits, local businesses, and social enterprises to spark collaboration, share ideas, and strengthen Victoria’s community impact.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 5:30-9pm |2500 Rock Bay Avenue| $0-$120
Raise a glass with us as we toast the inaugural IDEA finalists and winners (the first of many to come!)
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 7:30am |Fort Tectoria| Free
An interactive leadership session where CEOs and senior leaders learn to scale their business using the One-Page Plan framework for clarity, strategy, and growth.
ENJOY THE WEST COAST AIR
Outdoor
Monday, November 3, 2025 | 1pm-3pm | Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary | $15
Join a guided forest bathing walk on an easy, accessible gravel trail, followed by tea and snacks. The gentle half-kilometer route offers a peaceful nature experience perfect for all fitness levels.
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 10:30-12pm | Fernwood Neighbourhood House | Free
Help restore the meadow at our final outdoor work party of the year! Join us to plant native bulbs, shrubs, and seedlings together.
SAFE AND CONNECTION FORWARD
LGBTQ2+
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 7pm-10:30pm |Alix Goolden performance Hall| $50 - $90
Welcome to the Creepshow: A Burlesque Drag Spectacular where cabaret collides with classic horror. For one night only, the historic Alix Goolden Hall will be transformed into a den of decadent darkness.
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 12pm-3pm | Brass Monkey Brewery | $10-15
An all-ages drag lunch featuring local performers Leo Moon, Aries Moon, Luca Motive, Oliver Clozoff, and JJ Rabbit bringing queer expression and joy to Vic West. Expect big emotions, cultural celebration, and absolute clownery at this seated brunch show with food and drinks available. 🌈
SLOW FOLKY VIBES, HUGE ELECTRONIC SHOWS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN
Live Music & Concerts
Monday, November 3rd
▶️ (Bands playing at The Loft + Bard and Banker + Pagliacci’s + Irish Times)
Tuesday, November 4th
▶️ Meridiem Wind Orchestra: War & Peace | Orchestra | 7-9pm | Dave Dunnet Community Theatre| $0-$28 | Tickets & Info
▶️ (Bands playing at The Loft + Bard and Banker + Pagliacci’s + Irish Times)
Wednesday, November 5th
▶️ Mindil Beach, Deep Sea Gypsies, Blackwood Kings | Country & Folk | 7-11pm | Lucky Bar | $30 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Cat Clyde Live at Cinderbloc | Soft Indie | 8pm | Cinderbloc Studios | $44 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Vagus Vacation Full Moon Nervous System Reset | Seasonal | 6pm-9:30pm | 111 Superior St James Bay | $55 | Tickets & Info
Thursday, November 6th
▶️ Andrew Greenwood Quintet plays Stanley Turrentine | Classical & Jazz | 7pm-9pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $15-$20 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Virginia To Vegas | Country & Folk | 7:30pm | Studio 919 | $29 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Singer Songwriter Showcase Session 5 | Indie & Rock | 6-8:30pm | The Coda | $20 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Stan Walker | Pop & Club | 8pm | Capital Ballroom | $35 | Tickets & Info
Friday, November 7th
▶️ Idle Lane, Moth Dust, Stank | Classical & Jazz | 6-8:30pm | The Coda | $20 | Tickets & Info
▶️ GVCB Senior Band Concert | Classical & Jazz | 7pm-9pm | Claremonth Secondary School | $10 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Fridaymusic: Strings | Classical & Jazz | 12:30pm-1:30pm | Phillip T. Young Recital Hall | Admission by donation | Tickets & Info
▶️ The Sharon Jones Project | Classical & Jazz | 7pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $35 plus fees/tax, walk-ins welcome | Tickets & Info
▶️ Roadkill, Dead Rights, Creatures of Autmn, The Grundles | Metal & Punk | 7:30pm | Phoenix Bar and Grill | $20 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Studio 53 | Electronic & Techno | 9pm-2am | The Downbeat | $10 Early Bird, $15 Advance, $20 at door | Tickets & Info
▶️ Brass Monkey Bash | Funk & Soul | 7pm-11pm | Brass Monkey Pub (formerly Moon Under Water) | $15 advance $20 door | Tickets & Info
▶️ Tremblers of Sevens, Gate Theory and special guest Henry Hagen Band | Funk & Soul | 8pm-12am | 350 Bay Street | $17 | Tickets & Info
▶️ TONER w/ Pooched, Shoplifter, and Junkmail | Indie & Rock | 7-10:30pm | Big Fernwood | $22 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Fuck You Pigs, BB Allin & The Stabbers, Lords of Apathy | Metal & Punk | 7pm | Lucky Bar | $25 | Tickets & Info
▶️ 80s Dance Party Victoria! | Pop & Club | 8pm-2am | Capital Ballroom | $15 | Tickets & Info
Saturday, November 8th
▶️ Buddie // Blush. // Tontoloop | Indie & Rock | 7-11pm | Fort Tectoria | $15-$20 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Ingrid Mapson & Pablo Cardenas Presents “An Evening of Tangos” | Classical & Jazz | 6pm-8:30pm | The Coda | $25 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Kluxen & Feng – Strauss Oboe Concerto | Classical & Jazz | 7:30pm | Mary Winspear Centre | $62 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles | Classical & Jazz | 8:30pm | Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church | $71 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Victoria Choral Society presents RESILIENCE: Works for Choir and Organ | Classical & Jazz | 2:30pm-4pm | Christ Church Cathedral | $40 General Admission or Pay What You Wish | Tickets & Info
▶️ Kim Greenwood sings "...a Few of My Favourite Things" | Classical & Jazz | 7pm-9pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $25 | Tickets & Info
▶️ ARMCHAIR CYNICS | Electronic & Techno | 7-10pm | Upstairs | $44 | Tickets & Info
▶️ FLUX PAVILION & DOCTOR P | Electronic & Techno | 9pm | Capital Ballroom | $98 | Tickets & Info
▶️ The Get Down | Funk & Soul | 9pm-1:30am | The Coda | $25 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Zappostrophe' plays Zappa | Funk & Soul | 7-10pm | ENCORE | $30+ | Tickets & Info
▶️ Rock Yacht | Indie & Rock | 3pm | Esquimalt Legion | Free | Tickets & Info
▶️ Improv Against Humanity | Indie & Rock | 8:15pm | Theatre SKAM | $26 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Tower of Song | Indie & Rock | 7:30pm | McPherson Playhouse | $33+ | Tickets & Info
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