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This Week's Events: January 13th-19th
💡What's the move this week in Victoria?
Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
January 12, 2025
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We’ve got another packed week of events!
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Featured
The Island’s premier fan event! Whether you're a seasoned cosplayer, a devoted collector, or simply someone looking to immerse yourself in the fandom atmosphere, Island FanCon offers something for everyone.
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Community Events
Tuesday, January 14 | 3-6pm | Inter-Cultural Association Victoria | Free
Come cook and bond over delicious food with our Cooking Club! From sharing recipes to exploring global dishes, whether you're a novice or a pro in the kitchen, you'll have a blast learning and connecting with fellow food enthusiasts.
🙆♂️ Men's Circle at UVic
Wednesday, January 15 | 6-8pm | UVic SUB B025 | Free
A gathering at UVic for men to chat about life's ups and downs in a supportive environment. Free snacks, bus tickets, and good vibes included. Come hang out with the crew!
Wednesday, January 15 | 6:30pm | BestCoast Outfitters | Free
WEA plans outdoor events like hikes, canoeing, and workshops for all, including specific groups like women and fast hikers. Meet at Best Coast Outfitters for a Friday meet-and-greet with the program director and others!
Thursday, January 16 | 7pm | Swan Lake Nature House | $25
Learn about fighting tough plant invaders like bur chervil and English hawthorn and managing Giant Manna grass at the Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary. Jay Rastogi shares insights from experiments and techniques. Bring native plants, cookies, a friend, and a mug to this informative event!
Friday, January 17 | 6-9pm | Church of Truth | $42
Explore deep conversations and make authentic connections blindfolded to focus purely on personality and energy. Expect a mix of fun, self-exploration, and engaging activities. Remember, no alcohol or drugs are allowed for a safe and respectful environment.
Friday, January 17 | 11am-5pm | Starbucks Government & Yates | Free
Hey young founders! Meet like-minded peers from various industries - content creation, tech, and more. Exciting news: partnership with a coworking space coming soon!
✴️🚣♀️ River Reels Film Festival
Saturday, January 18 | 6:15-9:15pm | Bob Write Centre UVIC | $20-$25
UVic Whitewater Club is hosting the "River Reels" film competition featuring paddling movies like Whitewater kayaking and urban river surfing. Tickets include a raffle for prizes like an Arc’teryx Atom Hoodie, climbing lessons, outdoor rentals, and more. Funds raised will support the club's activities.
🛠️ Repair Cafe
Saturday, January 18 | 10am-1pm | Deep Cove Elementary School | Donation
Got stuff that needs fixing? Swing by North Saanich's Repair Café where local pros can help with your broken lamps, appliances, clothes, bikes, furniture, and toys for free!
Thursday, January 23 | 5-8pm | Monterey Recreation Centre, Garry Oak Room | $33-$38
Get ready for a traditional Scottish feast featuring a piper, ode to haggis, and local performances - a night of good food and great entertainment!
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— Jared & Simon —
Performing Arts
Tuesday, January 14 | 6-7:30pm | Haus of Owl | $10
Poetic Circle is a creative workshop where you can explore your intuition through various artistic expressions like writing, drawing, and music. Led by Angélique Germain, it encourages free-form creativity in a supportive environment.
Wednesday, January 15 | 6:30-8:30pm | theDock | PWYC
Calling all 2SLGBTQIA+ performers! Showcase your talent at Queer Open Stage - music, drag, poetry, dance, comedy, magic - 10 minutes or less.
Thursday, January 16 | 8pm | Royal Theatre | $84
The cast of Whose Line Is It Anyway? presents WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?, a 90-minute improv comedy show where audience suggestions inspire hilarious scenes and songs. Join Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray for a night of witty improvisation and fun.
Thursday, January 16 | 8pm | Hecklers Bar & Grill | $25
Comedian Syd, a Yuk Off competition winner, entertains with hilarious stories about "adult" children, marriage, and nature. Catch her on CBC's "Just for Laughs" and headlining with "Jokers Canada" and "Hot Flash Comedy”.
Thursday, January 16 | 7-7:45pm | Cedar Hill Recreation and Arts Centre | $20
A comedy about growing up in northern Ontario with a glass eye. Follow Stéphanie's childhood journey overcoming fear of being different since the age of 8. With her cat, sunglasses, and unwanted magical power, she faces bullies at her new school and embraces her uniqueness.
Thursday, January 16 | 7-9pm | Caffe Fantastico Kings | $6-$15 Sliding
Happening every 2nd and 3rd Thursday of the month, go head to head with other poets to compete for a spot in a national competition!
Thursday, January 16 | 7:30-9:30pm | KWENCH | $22-$27
Experience live, unscripted storytelling with personal tales on the theme "Encores." Storytellers will captivate you with travel adventures, unexpected love, and cultural discoveries. Check out the lineup and submit your own story idea.
Friday, January 17 | 8pm | The Mint | $15-$20
Get ready for some hilarious improv comedy at The Mint with OK, DOPE! Laugh your socks off with Victoria's best improv talents, enjoy happy hour specials, and be led by Alex Foreman for a night of laughter!
Saturday, January 18 | 7:30pm | Royal Theatre | $59
The Snowed In Comedy Tour is a Canadian success story, touring across Canada and internationally. Featuring four talented comedians like Dan Quinn, Paul Myrehaug, Pete Zedlacher, and Erica Sigurdson, it promises a night full of laughs with unique and hilarious performances.
Sports & Athletic Events
Wednesday, January 15 | 7pm | Save On Foods Memorial Centre | $21+
Come cheer on our local Royals hockey team as they take on the Brandon Wheat Kings.
Saturday, January 18 | 10am-1pm | KWENCH | $87
A booty shaking, beat pumping exercise workshop! Whether you like to get a workout in multiple times a day or are a complete novice to working out, this event will get your heart pumping to the jam! Cap your workout off with a lunch from Neighbourly.
Arts & Creative Events
Wednesday, January 15 | 7:30-9:30pm | Haus of Owl | $10
Hang out with Victoria's beat making community to create music together. Share tips, experiment with samples, and learn new techniques. Bring your own gear like headphones and devices to make beats. All experience levels and identities are welcome!
Wednesday, January 15 | 12-1pm | Royal BC Museum | $10-$18
Learn about Emily Carr through the artists and landscapes that influenced her, featuring speaker Kiera Bandy, sharing insights from the Emily Carr House. The Live at Lunch series offers engaging talks from Royal BC Museum experts and community guests.
Thursday, January 16 | 6:30pm | The Crooked Goose | $45
Get ready for a creative winter craft night out at the Crooked Goose Bistro! Paint your own winter-themed luminaries on mason jars - frosty trees, snowy scenes, or twinkling stars.
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Learning & Workshops
Thursday, January 16 | 7pm | 105 Gorge Rd E - Malahat Skyroom | Free
Learn to plan and survive in the backcountry with Noémie's 8-part camping series. Covering gear, navigation, and more, this beginner-friendly course includes a group camping weekend to celebrate. Attend the free info session to get started.
Thursday, January 16 | 6:30-8pm | Crystal Pool & Fitness Centre | $10
Discover various composting options for small spaces with Compost Education Centre. From countertop dehydrators to worm composting, explore eco-friendly alternatives without needing a yard.
Thursday, January 16 | 6:15-8:45pm | 2830 Peatt Rd. Unit 105 | $92
Learn techniques and meet new people in this fun and engaging cake decoration workshop night!
Friday, January 17 | | Carr House National Historic Site | $33
Discover calming watercolor techniques with Therapeutic Arts Practitioner Helga Strauss at Emily Carr House. No experience necessary. Materials provided. Meet Helga, an artist promoting joy and healing through creativity.
Saturday, January 18 | 2-3:30pm | Maritime Museum of BC | $30
An ocean-inspired fabric printmaking workshop at the Maritime Museum of BC, where you will carve your own linocut stamp and apply it to fabric! Learn about maritime history, get creative with block printing skills, and take your carved Lino block home!
Saturday, January 18 | 10am-12pm / 2-4pm | Lee Valley Langford | $45
At the Learn to Burn Workshop, discover the art of pyrography with hands-on guidance. Learn pen techniques and shading while getting creative with your own designs.
Fun n’ Games + Student Section
Wednesday + Thursday, January 15 + 16 | All Day | UVIC SUB| Free
The best way to meet new people and have a great semester is to join clubs! Get your fix this week at UVIC!
Monday, January 13 | 7-9pm | Oaklands Community Centre | Donation
Enjoy beginner-friendly chess, meet new people, and play various board games in a welcoming environment. Admission by donation.
Live Music & Concerts
Tuesday, January 14
▶️ Open Mic #2 | Various | 7-11pm | View Street Social | Free | Tickets & Info
Wednesday, January 15
✴️▶️ Bach in The Pub - David Greenberg and Friends | Classical / Fiddle | 7-9pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $30 | Tickets & Info
Thursday, January 16
▶️ Canadian Jazz Masters Series Presents: The Noah Becker Quartet | Blues / Jazz | 7-9pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $25 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Jazz Improv | Jazz | 6:30pm | Eric Martin Pavillion Theatre | Free | Tickets & Info
▶️ Flamenco Guitar Evening | Guitar | 7-9pm | The Mint Restaurent | $33 | Tickets & Info
Friday, January 17
▶️ Madison Violet | Folk | 7:30pm | Oak Bay Rec (Upstairs Lounge) | $41 | Tickets & Info
✴️▶️ Phantasm ft. David Greenberg, Violin and Fiddle | Celtic / Classical | 7:30pm | St. John the Divine | $5-35 | Tickets & Info
▶️ The Sutcliffe's - Musical History Tour: The Beatles' Legacy | Rock | 7-9pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $30 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Upstairs Entertainment Presents - No Thanks ft. Kimbz | High Energy House | 10pm-2am | Upstairs Club | $12 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Manic Focus | Electronic | 9pm | Capital Ballroom | $25 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Music for Mike | Guitar | 7-8:30pm | St. Philips Anglican Church | By donation | Tickets & Info
✴️▶️ A Night of Live Music! | Indie / Rock / Soul | 7-11pm | Fort Tectoria | $20 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Dripping Fins + Oakes + Adam Barter | Rock | 7-10:30pm | Lucky Bar | $17 | Tickets & Info
Saturday, January 18
▶️ Christine Tassan et Les Imposteures | Jazz / Gypsy | 7:30pm | Oak Bay Rec (Upstairs Lounge) | $41 | Tickets & Info
✴️▶️ The Little Prince | Opera | 3pm & 5pm | Pacific Opera Victoria | Free | Tickets & Info
▶️ David Vest - Rockin' and Shoutin' the Blues | Blues | 7-9pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $25 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Vibe Check | Electronic | 7:30pm | Capital Ballroom | $30 | Tickets & Info
✴️▶️ Punk Rock Show - JSM / The Poor Choices / ATD | Punk Rock | 9pm | Phoenix Bar & Grill | $20 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Early Music Society of the Islands | Voices and Romanesque Harps | 7:30-9:30pm | St Andrew's Presbyterian Church | $31-$35 (Free for Youth) | Tickets & Info
▶️ Houseworx with Kevin Shiu | Melodic Techno | 9pm-2am | Lucky Bar | $20-$30 | Tickets & Info
▶️ Jazz Jam | Various | 6:30-9pm | Caffe Fantastico Kings | $5-$15 | Tickets & Info
See our Thursday night issue for live music happening on Sunday!
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