Hey LampPosters!
We hope you had the most wonderful weekend! We know we did! Thank you to everyone that came to our volleyball league and opening of the LampPost Club Space!
A huge shoutout to our winners of the ticketās to Phillips Backyard Music Festivalā¦.
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Bonnie Smith & Meghan Griffin!!
The two of you will be contacted this week to sort out details, congratulations!

Hope you all have a great week! Stay safe
-Simon, Pierre, & Jaredā¤ļø
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š§āāļø Technique 101 & 102 @ Crag X
Tuesday, May 5, 2026Ā |Ā 6:30-8pmĀ |Ā Crag X Climbing GymĀ |Ā $119-$219Ā |Ā Hosted by Crag X Climbing Gym
Why Improve Technique? Climb more efficiently. Climbing efficiently instead of muscling through allows us to move through routes in the most efficient way, saving energy for the really hard parts, or allowing us to move through hard moves using less strength overall.
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 5:30-6:30pmĀ |Ā 552 Johnson StreetĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by Ecologyst
Learn patchwork techniques to customize your favorite clothes or repair worn garments in this hands-on mending workshop with all supplies included.
Monday, May 4, 2026Ā |Ā 10am-12pmĀ |Ā Swan Lake Nature SanctuaryĀ |Ā $20Ā |Ā Hosted by Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary
Unplug and recharge with a guided forest bathing walk at Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary. Slow down, engage your senses, and reconnect with nature. Ends with tea and a light snack
ā“ļøš„ Capital Clash
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 5:30pmĀ |Ā Hillside Mall BC Hobbies Event SpaceĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by Victoria Fighting Game Community
Join the Victoria Fighting Game Community for a Tournament in Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Guilty Gear Strive, and 2XKO! Doors at 4:50pm, games start at 5:15pm. Come get some games in! Bracket Entry fee: 1 Bracket - $10 2 Brackets - $15 3 Brackets - $20
ā“ļøš¶ Unlock Victoria
Monday, May 4, 2026Ā |Ā 9amĀ |Ā Downtown VictoriaĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by PlayDopa
Walk 5,000 steps daily for 14 days, explore downtown Victoria's local businesses, and earn points for prizes including $500 cash, gift baskets, and freebies. It's a walking challenge meets scavenger hunt that rewards you for discovering the city on foot.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
Monday, May 4, 2026Ā |Ā 6:30-8:30pmĀ |Ā Six Mile PubĀ |Ā $55
Create a one-of-a-kind glass and wood sun catcher using sparkling resin and shimmering beads. Choose from dreamy designs like butterflies, moons, or dragonflies to make something that catches sunlight in your window.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026Ā |Ā 1-2:30pmĀ |Ā 380 Cook StreetĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre
Journalist Jody Paterson shares insights from conversations with over 150 people experiencing homelessness in Victoria, revealing the diverse circumstances behind their situations. Learn what she's discovered through her StreetStoriesVictoria Instagram project.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026Ā |Ā 7-8:45pmĀ |Ā Munro's Books - 1108 Government StĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by Munro's Books
Meet BC children's authors from Orca Book Publishers as they celebrate their newly published books with refreshments and book signings.

MARKETS, PARADES, FESTIVALS AND OTHER AWESOME STUFF
Community Events
Monday, May 4, 2026Ā |Ā 12-4pmĀ |Ā Indigo MayfairĀ |Ā Free
Celebrate Star Wars Day with themed storytime, photo ops with a special banner, and a raffle supporting the Children's Love of Reading Foundation. Dress up as your favorite character or just drop by to embrace the force.
Monday, May 4, 2026Ā |Ā 6-10pmĀ |Ā Quadra Village Community Centre, 901 Kings Rd.Ā |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by Galleon Gaming Club
Step into RPG Night at Quadra Village. Every Monday, join a growing community of players running and exploring tabletop adventures. Newcomers welcomeābring your imagination and find your next campaign.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
ā Coffee with Cops
Wednesday, May 6, 2026Ā |Ā 1:30-2:30pmĀ |Ā 380 Cook StreetĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre
Grab a coffee and chat casually with local police officers on the first Wednesday of each monthābring your questions, curiosities, or just come to listen.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
ā“ļøš“āā ļø Buc Days Community BBQ 2026
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 12-1:30pmĀ |Ā Esquimalt Parks & REcreationĀ |Ā $12.50
Kick off Buccaneer Days with a community BBQ featuring hamburgers, themed performances, and a chance to celebrate the volunteers who make it all happen.
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 3-11pmĀ |Ā 69 Bastion SquareĀ |Ā Free
Three of Victoria's top independent breweries take over Garrick's Head Pub for the month with $7.50 pints from Whistle Buoy, Herald Street Brew Works, and Small Gods. Kick things off at the launch party with DJ Juice, then enjoy featured beers all month long.
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 4:30-7:30pmĀ |Ā 1200 Esquimalt Rd.Ā |Ā Free
Browse local vendors for fresh food and artisan goods, grab dinner from hot food stalls, and enjoy live music while kids play in the onsite playground. This weekly food-first market runs Thursday evenings from April through September in Memorial Park.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all

š” theDock x LampPost: Community Connect
At this Community Connect, you'll have the chance to:
Learn from LampPost: Hear from Simon Larocque, Co-Founder of LampPost, as he shares how the platform evolved from a simple events newsletter into a go-to hub for discovering whatās happening across Victoriaāand how itās helping more people find their way into the cityās events, spaces, and communities.
Network with Purpose: Connect directly with leaders and representatives from diverse organizations who are all working towards a better Victoria.
Discover Synergies: Explore how your organization's mission and resources can align with others, creating powerful, mutually beneficial collaborations.
Share Insights & Best Practices: Learn from fellow community builders and contribute your own expertise to a collective pool of knowledge.
Identify Collaborative Opportunities: From joint projects and funding initiatives to volunteer programs and skill-sharing, uncover new avenues for collective impact.

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BALLET, COMEDY, THEATRE AND MORE!
Performing Arts
Monday, May 4, 2026Ā |Ā 6pmĀ |Ā Theatre SKAM (849 Fort Street)Ā |Ā $149Ā |Ā Hosted by Garden City Improv
Learn the basics of improv comedy through fun, low-pressure games in this four-week class. You'll create scenes and characters on the spot while building confidence and skills that carry over to presentations and everyday life.
šø Casey and Diana
Tuesday, May 5, 2026Ā |Ā 7:30pmĀ |Ā Belfry THeatreĀ |Ā $20 - $60Ā |Ā Hosted by Belfry Theatre
A man living with AIDS at Canada's first AIDS hospice clings to hope while awaiting a visit from Princess Diana, who famously challenged stigma around the disease with her compassionate touch in 1991.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
Wednesday, May 6, 2026Ā |Ā 7:30-10pmĀ |Ā Paul Phillips Hall ā 1923 Fernwood RoadĀ |Ā $7
Old classmates reunite before their twentieth high school reunion, and as drinks flow, they confront how muchāor how littleāthey've stayed connected since their teenage years as the self-proclaimed "Multi-Ethnic Reject Group." This Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright's sharp, moving comedy explores what happens when millennials reckon with the lives they've built and the world they're inheriting.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026Ā |Ā 8pmĀ |Ā Brass Monkey TaproomĀ |Ā $20
Top West Coast comics including headliner Patricia Masur bring sharp stand-up to Brass Monkey Taproom. Expect dry wit, packed laughs, and a solid midweek escape with great beer.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026Ā |Ā 8pmĀ |Ā The MintĀ |Ā $15
Catch Morgan Cranny and Drew Farrance hosting the city's funniest comedians every Wednesday at The Mint, where you can enjoy west coast Himalayan cuisine while you laugh. This wildly popular weekly show brings together great food, drinks, and fresh comedy lineups
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
āļø Daytime Improv Classes
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 1pmĀ |Ā Theatre SKAM (Fort and Broughton St locations)Ā |Ā $130Ā |Ā Hosted by Garden City Improv
Try your hand at improv comedy in this relaxed four-week daytime class perfect for beginners and experienced players alike. Learn games, short-form scenes, and character work in a supportive, no-pressure environment.
ā“ļøš Beside Myself by Jennifer Wynne Webber
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 7:30pmĀ |Ā Belfry BMO StudioĀ |Ā 10.50-21.00Ā |Ā Hosted by hapax theatre
hapax theatre is pleased to present Beside Myself by Jennifer Wynne Webber, an intimate and powerful play about identity, loss, and reclaiming your sense of self. Following Hally ā a recent widow who leaves Saskatchewan to live on a sailboat off the coast of British Columbia ā the play weaves together grief, myth, and particle physics, through conversations with people past and present that bridge the gap between our world and the next. Poetic, funny, and deeply human, Beside Myself centers lived experience, resilience, and the right to self definition. April 30, May 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 at the Belfry BMO Studio.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 7pmĀ |Ā OKĀ |Ā $349
This intermediate improv class builds on UCB foundations with a focus on scene work, game, and character development, wrapping up with an optional student showcase. Students will sharpen their skills over 6 weeks and be ready to take their comedy to the next level
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 7:30-10pmĀ |Ā Paul Phillips Hall ā 1923 Fernwood RoadĀ |Ā $7
Old classmates reunite for their twentieth high school reunion pre-game, where alcohol and nostalgia lead them to confront how muchāor how littleāthey have in common two decades later. This Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright's sharp, moving comedy explores millennials reckoning with the lives they've built and the world they're inheriting.
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 8pmĀ |Ā Hecklers Bar & GrillĀ |Ā $35
Seattle comedian Bo Johnson brings his Netflix-featured stand-up to Hecklers, fresh off his acclaimed debut special "Two Sailboats." He's headlined across the US and Canada, opened for Marc Maron, and racked up millions of views online with his sharp, relatable humor.
š„ The Crowd Work Show
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 8pmĀ |Ā The Mint RestaurantĀ |Ā $25
Alex Forman and Nash Park hit the stage together with zero prepared material, creating a fully improvised stand-up show based entirely on crowd interaction and whatever chaos unfolds in the moment. It's raw, spontaneous comedy where anything can happen.

GET YA BODY MOVINā
Sports & Athletics
Wednesday, May 6, 2026Ā |Ā 7:30pmĀ |Ā Oaklands Community CentreĀ |Ā $15Ā |Ā Hosted by CedarHeartKaratedo
Learn traditional karate in a brand new dojo opening the first week of April, with programs for both adults and youth. Drop in to try a class before registering as a founding member
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
šŖ Somatic Chair Yoga
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 9:15-10:15amĀ |Ā 380 Cook StreetĀ |Ā $8 Members, $16 Non-MembersĀ |Ā Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre
Ease muscle tension and boost flexibility without ever leaving your chair in this accessible movement class. Perfect for all fitness levels
ā“ļøš§ Junction Yoga
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 5:30pmĀ |Ā Junction Orchard & CideryĀ |Ā $25/class
All-levels yoga series that'll relax your core while offering a challenge for those who want it. Bring your mat, get ready to sweat, and earn a free tasting flight after your fourth class.
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SEWING, PAINTING, WRITING, AND OTHER ART
Arts & Creative
Wednesday, May 6, 2026Ā |Ā 10amĀ |Ā Carr House National Historic SiteĀ |Ā $113
Explore the calming beauty of the ocean through watercolour in this 3-part workshop series, where you'll experiment with playful techniques guided by therapeutic arts practitioner Helga Strauss. All materials and experience levels welcome.
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 5pm-9pmĀ |Ā Art Gallery of Greater VictoriaĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
Explore artworks, exhibitions, and programs at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria with free admission every Thursday evening from 5-9 pm. Greater Victoria residents and visitors can experience the gallery at no charge through September 2026.
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 5-8pmĀ |Ā The Ministry of Casual Living, 750 Fairfield Rd.Ā |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by ministryofcasualliving
A multimedia exhibition featuring over fifty artists exploring grief in its many formsāfrom personal loss to environmental changeāthrough diverse artistic expressions. The show runs through May with free entry, accessible gallery hours, and upcoming poetry nights and workshops.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 7-9pmĀ |Ā 4489 Viewmont Avenue (unit 102)Ā |Ā $25-$40Ā |Ā Hosted by Nova Arts Hub
Local artists share their creative journey exploring ethical storytelling across cultures, culminating in an art showcase, roundtable discussion, and interactive activityāwith proceeds funding future programs.

KEEP YOUR MIND FRESH
Learning & Workshops
Monday, May 4, 2026Ā |Ā 1pmĀ |Ā 380 Cook StreetĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre
Catch free monthly talks from University of Victoria's Speakers Network on a variety of topics. Happens every first Monday of the month, 1:00-3:00pm
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
Monday, May 4, 2026Ā |Ā 7pmĀ |Ā OK Dope HQĀ |Ā $275
Learn the fundamentals of UCB-style improv comedy through games, exercises, and scene work that'll help you find the funny in any situation. This 6-week beginner course covers the basics and wraps up with an optional student showcase.
š Combatting Ageism
Tuesday, May 5, 2026Ā |Ā 10:30am-12:30pmĀ |Ā 380 Cook StreetĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre
Explore what it means to embrace your age in this two-part workshop that celebrates getting older and challenges feelings of invisibility. Connect with others while discovering the value in every stage of life
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
Wednesday, May 6, 2026Ā |Ā 1:30pmĀ |Ā Central Saanich United Church, 7180 East Saanich Road, SaanichtonĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by Central Saanich United Church
Join Lissa Zala as she shares stories and photos from two epic English hiking adventures: the 15-day Coast to Coast trail through the Lakes District and Yorkshire, plus a week exploring the picturesque Cotswolds.
āļø Contemplative Writing Group
Wednesday, May 6, 2026Ā |Ā 18:00Ā |Ā 2033 Belmont AveĀ |Ā $321
A gentle practice of meditation and writing in community where you'll explore your thoughts and experiences with openness and curiosity. Sessions include meditation, writing time, and optional sharing in a welcoming, trauma-aware space.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
šļø Walks On Fort
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 10:00Ā |Ā 1015 Wharf StĀ |Ā $25
Walk Victoria's oldest street with curators Ben and Charles, exploring heritage buildings from the Inner Harbour to Wentworth Villa, with stories of the architects and original occupants who shaped Fort Street's history. Tour includes access to the new Fort Street exhibit at Wentworth Villa.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 5:30pmĀ |Ā lolakanaĀ |Ā $47
Learn the basics in this 4-week beginner program starting May 7th at 5:30PM on Thursdays. Equipment provided if you don't have your own.
ā“ļøš„ Drum Therapy
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 7pmĀ |Ā Victoria Ā |Ā $200Ā |Ā Hosted by Counselling with Christopher
Drum therapy sessions combine rhythmic drumming with guided self-exploration in an intimate group setting, facilitated by a registered clinical counsellor to support nervous system regulation and personal growth. Hand drums provided for this 5-person max therapeutic circle in Victoria.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all

TASTE THE LOCAL GOODS!
Foodie Events
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 6-9:30pmĀ |Ā 751 Travino LnĀ |Ā $123
Learn to create authentic South Indian dishes with homemade spice blends, coconut seafood curry, and traditional cooking techniques in this hands-on class. You'll make and share a complete meal including sambar dahl, basmati rice pilaf, fruit chutney, and more.

FEEL IT IN YOUR SOUL
Spiritual
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 10am-7pmĀ |Ā Victoria Bay CentreĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Hosted by IntuitiveArtsFest
Discover the Victoria Psychic Fair at the Bay Centre. From tarot to mediumship, explore spiritual readings designed to bring clarity, direction, and calm. Walk in or pre-book your session today.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 6-8pmĀ |Ā Inwards MarketĀ |Ā $60Ā |Ā Hosted by Inwards Market
Learn the ancient art of Tarot reading with Ciaran MacCoinneach in this hands-on workshop. You'll get your own deck and discover how to read cards for insights and guidance.

SAFE AND CONNECTION FORWARD
LGBTQ2+
Thursday, May 7, 2026Ā |Ā 6:30-9pmĀ |Ā Tillicum Area - Victoria, BCĀ |Ā $380Ā |Ā Hosted by Blue Moon Collective
Join a Thursday night circle in Victoria starting April 30th, 2026āa space to connect, share, and explore together.
This event has multiple dates/times!Ā Check the link to find them all

SLOW FOLKY VIBES, HUGE ELECTRONIC SHOWS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN
Live Music & Concerts
Indie & Rock
ā¶ļø Bill Francis Story & Song Ā |Ā Mon, May 4Ā |Ā 5pmĀ |Ā The Loft Pub 229 Gorge Rd. E.Ā |Ā $10 (sugg.)Ā |Ā Tickets & Info
ā¶ļø Wednesday Night Jam Ā |Ā Wed, May 6Ā |Ā 6-9pmĀ |Ā 229 Gorge Rd. E.Ā |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Tickets & Info
ā¶ļø St. Cecilia Women in Music Tribute Ā |Ā Wed, May 6Ā |Ā 8:30-11:30pmĀ |Ā Bard & BankerĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Tickets & Info
ā“ļøā¶ļø Rhythm Train Ā |Ā Thu, May 7Ā |Ā 6-9pmĀ |Ā The Loft Pub 229 Gorge Rd. E.Ā |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Tickets & Info
ā¶ļø Poor Sport, Calutron Girls, HomestandĀ |Ā Thu, May 7Ā |Ā 7pmĀ |Ā LuckyĀ |Ā $21Ā |Ā Tickets & Info
Electronic & Techno
ā¶ļø HOLY F*CKĀ |Ā Thu, May 7Ā |Ā 7pmĀ |Ā Wicket HallĀ |Ā $25+Ā |Ā Tickets & Info
World Beats
ā¶ļø Pace Live Presents A Taste of Ireland The Irish Music & Dance SensationĀ |Ā Tue, May 5Ā |Ā 7:30pmĀ |Ā Royal TheatreĀ |Ā $46+Ā |Ā Tickets & Info
ā“ļøā¶ļø Cinco De Mayo W/ Miguelito Valdes+Band @830pmĀ |Ā Tue, May 5Ā |Ā 8:30pmĀ |Ā Irish Times PubĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Tickets & Info
Pop & Club
ā¶ļø Karaoke TuesdaysĀ |Ā Tue, May 5Ā |Ā 9pmĀ |Ā 642 Johnson StreetĀ |Ā FreeĀ |Ā Tickets & Info
Country & Folk
ā¶ļø Old DominionĀ |Ā Wed, May 6Ā |Ā 7pm-11pmĀ |Ā Save-On-Foods Memorial CentreĀ |Ā Price variesĀ |Ā Tickets & Info
Classical & Jazz
ā“ļøā¶ļø Basie and BeyondĀ |Ā Mon, May 4Ā |Ā 6-8:30pmĀ |Ā The CodaĀ |Ā $25+Ā |Ā Tickets & Info
Funk & Soul
ā¶ļø SWANG THANG! Ā |Ā Tue, May 5Ā |Ā 5-8pmĀ |Ā The Loft Pub * 229 Gorge Rd. E.Ā |Ā $10 (sugg.)Ā |Ā Tickets & Info
ā¶ļø Jack de KeyzerĀ |Ā Thu, May 7Ā |Ā 7-9pmĀ |Ā Hermann's Jazz ClubĀ |Ā $35-$44Ā |Ā Tickets & Info
Metal & Punk
ā¶ļø Parabolus - Complete TOOL Experience Ā |Ā Thu, May 7Ā |Ā 7pmĀ |Ā Capital BallroomĀ |Ā $38Ā |Ā Tickets & Info
ā¶ļø Lucid Thursdays Ā |Ā Thu, May 7Ā |Ā 8-11:45pmĀ |Ā Phoenix Bar & GrillĀ |Ā $10Ā |Ā Tickets & Info

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