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The Week Ahead: September 8th - 14th

The Week Ahead: September 8th - 14th

💡Rifflandia, Night Markets, and Crafting!

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
September 07, 2025

Hey LampPosters!

Thank you so much for coming to the Giant Picnic today! Y’all were so wholesome!

We’ve already sold 70 tickets to our SPACE JAMS BACKYARD ROCK SHOW - September 13th @ 4012 Dawnview Crescent

Hope you all have a great week! Stay safe

-Simon & Jared ❤️

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FEATURED

1979 at Belfry Theatre

The season opens with Michael Healey’s political satire, 1979, a riotous take on Joe Clark’s short-lived tenure as Prime Minister, featuring your favourite (and not-so- favourite) politicians of the era. December 13, 1979: the day of the parliamentary vote on Joe Clark’s austerity budget. It’s almost certain to bring down his government.

A parade of politicians, including Pierre Trudeau, John Crosbie, and Flora Macdonald—try to offer advice— but honest hapless Joe is determined to stick to his principles—even if it means triggering an election he’s bound to lose.

Find out more about why the play was chosen.

MARKETS, PARADES, FESTIVALS AND OTHER AWESOME STUFF

Community Events

✴️🍻 LampPost Beer Bus at Ship Point

Tuesday, September 9 | 4pm-8pm | Ship Point | Free

Enjoy live music, tasty bites, and cold beers at the laid-back Ship Point hangout. This casual gathering offers a perfect spot to relax and mingle with friends.

💃 Vancouver Island Scottish Country Dance Society Open House

Tuesday, September 9 | 7:30pm-9:30pm | 550 Obed Ave (City Light Church) | Free

Try Scottish Country Dancing with guided instruction on basic figures. No experience, partner, or special shoes needed for this free introductory session.

✴️🛌 Oak Bay Night Market

Wednesday, September 10 | 4pm-8pm | 2167 Oak Bay Ave | Free

Oak Bay Village transforms into a European-style street market on select summer evenings, featuring local produce, artisan crafts, live entertainment, and special merchant offerings.

🪡 Community Appreciation Night

Wednesday, September 10 | 5pm-8pm | The Sewing Club | Free

TSC is offering you early access to the sale, refreshments, and a chance to chat with fellow makers!

🎊 Club & Course Union Day

Wednesday + Thursday, September 10 + 11 | 10am-3:30pm | UVIC SUB | Free

Find all the best UVIC Clubs this semester so you can meet new friends, try new activities and take your mind of school! You won’t regret joining a club, but you will regret studying a lot!

✴️🎪 Rifflandia

All Weekend | All Day | Mutullia Lands (512 Pembroke) | $109+

Rifflandia brings together diverse musical acts, local artisans, and West Coast flavors for an annual celebration in Victoria, BC. This vibrant festival offers a mix of music, art, food, and craft beverages.

🚢 Ship Point Market

All Weekend | 4pm-10pm / 12pm-10pm / 10am-5pm | Ship Point | Free

Browse unique artwork and local vendors at the scenic Ship Point Market, overlooking Victoria's Inner Harbour and iconic landmarks.

🎵 Lagoon Arts & Culture Festival

Friday, September 12 | 8:30am-5pm | Goldfinch Arts Centre | Free

Dive into a vibrant cultural experience featuring live music, indigenous art, and local cuisine. Explore artisan markets and exhibits while enjoying tasty treats from food trucks and a pancake breakfast.

🏠 People with Disabilities Committee 50 Year Open House

Friday, September 12 | 11am-5:30pm | 948 View St. | Free

Meet the team and celebrate 50 years of community service at this open house event. Tour the offices, learn about the organization's work, and contribute to its future vision.

🏮 Autumn Lantern Festival

Saturday, September 13 | 5-8:30pm | Lambrick Park | $0-$5

Immerse yourself in a dazzling autumn celebration with illuminated lantern displays, cultural performances, and food trucks. Create your own lantern or bring one to join the festivities.

✴️👣 Print Hole x Alanna Scott Exhibition Opening

Saturday, September 13 | 7pm-10pm | 712 Cormorant St. | Free

Alanna Scott's new exhibition features large-scale abstract drawings on canvas and a collection of smaller works reproduced in a screen-printed book, exploring the tension between revealing and concealing through intuitive mark-making.

🌊 Surfrider's Beach Clean Up

Saturday, September 13 | 11am-1pm | Ogden Point | Free

Join Victoria's local chapter as they clean up the west coast, making a positive impact on coastal communities. This hands-on volunteer opportunity offers a chance to protect the environment while connecting with like-minded individuals.

FOR DANCERS ONLY- GARDEN CITY SOUL CLUB

Saturday, September 13th | 1415 Broad St. | 10pm-2am | $20

THIS IS A DANCE PARTY!! Garden City Soul Club is Victoria's original, all-vinyl, Soul and Funk monthly DANCE PARTY!

The dance floor will be stomping with Soul and Funk from the 1960s-1970s.

Northern Soul, Motown, Funk and classics all played on 45rpm vinyl records.

BALLET, COMEDY, THEATRE AND MORE!

Performing Arts

💥 JUDGE MY JOKES

Tuesday, September 9 | 7pm | Phoenix Bar and Grill | $17

Local comedians compete in a live stand-up showdown, vying for cash prizes and audience votes at Judge My Jokes.

✴️🎙️ Phillips Comedy Night at the Mint

Wednesday, September 10 | 8-9:30pm | The Mint | $15

Laugh your way through hump day at Phillips Comedy Night, featuring top local comedians and delicious Himalayan cuisine in a cozy downstairs venue.

🎥 Destroyed Secret Cinema at Colage (#5)

Wednesday, September 10 | 7pm - 10pm | 550 Yates St | $9

Secret underground film screening featuring a mystery cult or experimental movie, plus a bizarre short film. Drinks and discussion follow at Leopolds.

🎭 Tongues of Fire Open Mic

Thursday, September 11 | 6:30pm | Caffe Fantastico | Free

Lors Heit, a celebrated poet known for their groundbreaking performances, returns from travels abroad to feature at the season opener of Tongues of Fire, sharing poems about countries, people, and introspection.

🎨 Aanzinaago Opening Night

Friday, September 12 | 7pm-9pm | 2620 Rock Bay Ave. | Free

"Aanzinaago" showcases Indigenous art and traditional practices, featuring works by Shelby Gagnon and Jean Marshall, with a special knowledge-sharing gathering on moose hide crafting.

✴️🎤 STAND-UP COMEDY Live at The Mint!

Friday, September 12 | 8pm | The Mint | $20

Catch a night of killer stand-up comedy at The Mint, featuring top Canadian pros and up-and-coming talent. Surprise guest performers add to the laughs.

💫 Garden City Improv with Claire Pollock, Dan Bakkedahl and Kevin Matviw

Friday, September 12 | 8:30pm-9:40pm | Theatre SKAM | $25

Catch a night of hilarious improv comedy featuring talented performers from The Improv Centre, VEEP, and The Second City. This all-star lineup promises an evening of quick-witted laughs and spontaneous humor.

GET YA’ BODY MOVIN’

Sports & Athletic Events

💪 Hyrox Group Training

Tuesday, September 9 | 6:30pm | TFA Fitness | $25

High-energy functional fitness class builds strength and endurance through HYROX-style training. Suitable for beginners and experienced athletes looking to challenge themselves.

🧘 Tai Chi & Qigong with Gabriel Shaw

Tuesday, September 9 | 9am-10am | 918 Esquimalt Road | Free

Experience the harmony of mind and body through a blend of Qigong, joint mobility exercises, and Yang family Tai Chi in this restorative 60-minute class.

🚣‍♀️ Senior 55+ Learn to Row

Wednesday, September 10 | 9am-11am | Gorge Narrows Rowing Club | $180

Learn the fundamentals of rowing in this 12-session program designed for all fitness levels, offering a full-body workout and promoting overall health. Suitable for ages 55+ with no prior experience required.

✴️🗼 Drop Zone Victoria

Wednesday, September 10 | 8am-6pm | Manulife Building | See Page for Fundraiser Details

Get suspended and climb down the Manulife building!

🧑‍🌾 Morning Yoga in the Gardens

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

Experience a peaceful hatha flow yoga session in the serene Bonsai garden, with alignment and breath-focused instruction suitable for all skill levels.

🧘‍♀️ Rest & Resonate: Restorative Yoga ft. Cozy Live Music

Thursday, September 11 | 7-8:30pm | Little Fernwood | $50

Unwind with restorative yoga, live music, and guided journaling at this dreamy evening retreat inspired by the September full moon in Pisces.

✴️🚴 Fruity Cat

Friday, September 12 | 6pm | Uvic Fountain | $5/pwyc

Race through the city in this alleycat cycling event, visiting various destinations with your crew. Dress up, bring lights, and compete for the fastest time, with prizes and a party awaiting at the finish line.

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SEWING, PAINTING, WRITING, AND OTHER ART

Arts & Creative Events

🧵 Eco-Stitch Society - September

Tuesday, September 9 | 6pm-8pm | 2950 Douglas St | $10

The Eco-Stitch Society brings together makers passionate about sustainable sewing, offering monthly meetings with presentations, discussions, and show-and-share sessions focused on upcycling and eco-conscious crafting.

✴️🎨 Watercolours for Wellness Series: Beautiful Patterns Around Me (3 Sessions)

Wednesday, September 10 | 10am - 12pm | Carr House National Historic Site | $113

Paint your way to relaxation in this 3-part watercolor workshop series. No experience needed and all supplies are provided.

🧶 Craft & Connect

Thursday, September 11 | 3pm | Luther Court Society | Free

Join a friendly community craft group to work on personal projects or experiment with new creative techniques.

🔭 Star Party at the Observatory

Saturday, September 13 | 6:30pm | Centre of the Universe Victoria | Donation

Explore the cosmos at the Centre of the Universe, featuring the historic Plaskett telescope, planetarium shows, and virtual reality experiences. Star Parties offer both child-friendly and general programming, including tours, presentations, and sidewalk astronomy.

KEEP YOUR MIND FRESH

Learning & Workshops

🎨 Crushed Glass & Epoxy Resin at the Six Mile Pub!

Monday, September 8 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm | 494 Island Hwy | $50-$55

Create stunning crushed glass and epoxy resin art at 6 Mile Pub. Choose your design and learn how to transform a canvas into a glowing, shimmering masterpiece.

💃 Free Outdoor Intro Dance Class

Monday, September 8 | 5:30pm-7:30pm | Ship Point | Free

Learn salsa moves and socialize at this free outdoor dance class, part of a summer series featuring rotating dance styles each month.

✴️💜 Healing Hearts

Monday, September 8 | 6:30pm | Little Gladstone Studio | Free

Healing Hearts offers free, peer-facilitated bereavement support for siblings and friends who've lost loved ones to substance-related harms or overdose. This group provides a space for sharing experiences and finding comfort among others with similar losses.

✴️😂 Improv 201: Character and Story with Claire Pollock

Tuesday, September 9 | 6pm-9pm | Theatre SKAM | $215-$295

Dive deeper into improv with Character and Story, a class that builds on foundational skills to enhance your storytelling and character work. Perfect for students ready to take their improv to the next level.

💉 Naloxone Training

Tuesday, September 9 | 5:30pm-6:30pm | Yates Street Community Garden | Free

Get trained on how to use a naloxone kit - you could save someone’s life!

✴️🧵 Embroidery Workshop

Wednesday, September 10 | 6:30pm-7:30pm | 1701 Quadra St. | Free

Learn embroidery basics and create your own handmade piece in this hands-on workshop. All supplies are provided for this crafty session.

🍓 GET CANNED! Hot Water Bath Canning Workshop

Thursday, September 11 | 6:30pm | Foods Room – Royal Bay Secondary School | Free

Learn how to safely make home-canned goods using the hot water bath method while creating delicious jam. Gain basic canning knowledge and resources for preserving seasonal abundance.

🎭 Improv 101: Improv Foundations

Thursday, September 11 | 6pm-9pm | Theatre SKAM | $215-$295

Learn the basics of improv comedy through hilarious games and exercises in this four-week Improv Foundations course led by veteran performer Claire Pollock.

👥 Men's Circle UVIC

Thursday, September 11 | 6pm-8pm | Uvic Sub B028 | Free

The Men's Circle at UVic offers a weekly space for men and masculine-identifying individuals to connect, reflect, and discuss life's challenges, meeting Thursdays from 6-8pm with free food and an open-door policy.

⛵ Community Day: Trekka Returns!

Friday, September 12 | 9:30pm-4:30pm | Maritime Museum | Donation

Celebrate Trekka's historic voyage at the Maritime Museum of BC with donation-based admission and a chance to create your own linocut postcard to commemorate the journey.

FEEL THE ENERGY AROUND YOU

Spiritual Events

✴️🌳 Forest Bathing with Agnes

Monday, September 8 | 10am-12pm | Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary | $15

Immerse yourself in nature during a guided forest bathing walk, enjoying the sights, sounds, and smells of the woods before concluding with a light snack and tea.

🎶 A Gentle Evening of Presence, Synchronicity, and Soul Listening

Tuesday, September 9 | 7:30pm-9pm | Ashtanga Yoga | $40

Experience a soulful evening of music, reflection, and oracle guidance with visionary artist Rosy Aronson. This Sound Sanctuary offers a space to connect deeply and receive personal insights.

⭕ Conscious Community Circle

Wednesday, September 10 | 6:15pm-9:30pm | 1468 Stroud Road | Free

Weekly gatherings explore personal growth through embodiment, emotional connection, mindfulness, and spiritual practices. Participants engage in guided exercises and small-group discussions to foster holistic well-being and community.

SLOW FOLKY VIBES, HUGE ELECTRONIC SHOWS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

Live Music & Concerts

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