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FEATURED

We just dropped our first EVER line of merch, and Island Savings is offering a free hoodie for two lucky winners!

Fill out the form below for your chance to get one (they’re super cozy, if I do say so myself). We’ll announce winners in Thursday’s newsletter, so make sure to get your entry in ASAP!

MARKETS, PARADES, FESTIVALS AND OTHER AWESOME STUFF

Community Events

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 4:30-7:30pm | 1200 Esquimalt Rd. | Free

  • Browse local produce and artisan goods, grab dinner from hot food vendors, and enjoy live music while kids play at this long-running Thursday evening market in Memorial Park. A foodie-focused gathering featuring everything from fresh ingredients to handcrafted soaps, jewelry, and home goods.

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | Apr 2 at 9pm to Apr 6 at 7am PDT | 720 Douglas St | Various Prices

  • VIKF 7th Edition is offering you: 4 days of workshops, 3 day-time socials, 4 nights of dancing, 30 Hours + of workshops, and 40+ Performances & Gala

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

BALLET, COMEDY, THEATRE AND MORE!

Performing Arts

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 5:30-7:30pm | Theatre SKAM - 846 Broughton Street, Victoria | $350 | Hosted by Pandora's Box Cabaret

  • Spring Burlesque is here! Get ready to strip, & shimmy your way to the stage! Join our Spring Burlesque Classes and unleash your inner performer in the most fun, flirty way possible!

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 6pm | Theatre SKAM Studios (846 Broughton) | $149 | Hosted by Garden City Improv

  • Hey there, Lampposter! If you've been to an improv show, you know much fun it can be. Ready to learn how to do it yourself? Improv 101 starts Wednesday, April 1st. In this four-week class, you'll learn the basics of improv comedy through low-pressure, fun games.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 8pm | The Mint | $15

  • Phillips Comedy Night features rotating lineups of the city's funniest comedians at The Mint, paired with West Coast Himalayan cuisine. Hosted by Morgan Cranny and Drew Farrance every Wednesday for a night of laughs and great food.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 7-9pm | The Roxy | $12

  • Watch seven local filmmakers present their original short comedy films on April Fools' Day, with each creator sharing their work and creative process in a 10-minute slot followed by Q&A. Stick around after for socializing and conversation with the filmmakers and fellow film lovers.

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 1-3pm | Theatre SKAM Studios (846 Broughton St.) | $130 | Hosted by Garden City Improv

  • Want to try improv? Evening classes don't fit your schedule? Try Daytime Improv! This four-week class is open to people of all ages and abilities. No theatre or improv experience needed! Each week will feature different games, short-form scenes and character work in a welcoming, no-pressure environment.

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 8pm | 123 Gorge Road East | $25

  • Faris Hytiaa delivers relaxed storytelling & sharp observational humor with unpredictable crowd work that keeps audiences on their toes. A Just For Laughs star, his Juno-nominated album "Homesick" and comedy special "Send Help" showcase why he's become one of Canada's most exciting comedy voices.

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FEATURED

Kicking off the summer with live music, a massive volleyball tournament and an ocean rave, all for charity. Ending it all off with a boat rave in the water!

Later on in the night, we’ll be rippin’ a SWEET afterparty at Encore! Get your afterparty tickets here

SAFE AND CONNECTION FORWARD

LGBTQ2+

✴️🏳️‍⚧️ Queer&Trans Choir Night

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 7-9pm | Church of Truth, 111 Superior Street, Victoria, BC V8V 1T2, Canada | $20-45 (scholarships available too) | Hosted by ABP Creative Arts (Anna Bigland-Pritchard)

  • Learn "Kaleidoscope" by Chappell Roan in three-part harmony in just two hours! All singing levels welcome. Q&T Choir is a space of 2SLGBTQIA+ community building. The priority is singing to express and connect.

GET YA BODY MOVIN’

Sports & Athletics

❤️‍🩹 Slow Flow and Reiki

Monday, March 30, 2026 | 5:30pm | Heart Work Therapy & Yoga | $22 | Hosted by Heart Work Therapy and Yoga

  • Slow Flow is a grounding, breath-centered hatha style practice to help you connect with your body while stilling your mind. At a therapeutic pace, you’ll explore alignment, soften inner tension, and reconnect with the quieter messages of your body.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Monday, March 30, 2026 | 6:30-9pm | Crag X Climbing Gym | $69 | Hosted by Crag X Climbing Gym

  • Want to compete in Spring Fling Comp Thing but don’t have a full team of four yet? Tell your friends about our BOGO Beginner Lessons and recruit them to your crew! Go to cragx.ca/beginner-lesson and use code SPRING2026 for two-for-one pricing until April 4th.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 6-7am | Dallas road and Cook st, in front of the beacon hill sign | Free | Hosted by Southislandsole

  • A welcoming 5k run club that takes things slow with a 12-minute run, orange slice break, and plenty of walking and talking to build community. This month's run is open to all as they explore a decolonized route along Dallas Road

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 9:30-10:30am | 380 Cook Street | $2 for members, $4 non-members | Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre

  • Start your practice with breathwork and meditation, then flow through traditional yoga postures with modern twists.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

🏃🏼‍♂️ Small Gods Run Club

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 6-8pm | Small Gods Brewing - 9835 Third St Sidney, BC V8L 3A7 | Free | Hosted by Small Gods Brewing

  • There's a certain kind of Tuesday that can go one of two ways. You can go home, sit down, and let the couch make the decisions. Or you can lace up, show up at Small Gods by 6pm, and run until your legs remind you they exist. We know which Tuesday we prefer. Run Club happens every Tuesday night at Small Gods.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 5:30-6:30pm | 380 Cook Street | $5 for members, $10 non-members | Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre

  • Build strength and flexibility with functional fitness movements that translate to everyday life. This intermediate-level class with instructor Dave takes your workout up a notch.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 11am | 380 Cook Street | Free | Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre

  • Try something new! Tie an old scarf around those hips and bring them in for a wiggle and a giggle. No experience required and you don’t even have to show your belly! Belly dancing takes us on a personal journey into rhythm and movement and can add new gracefulness, strength and enjoyment of life.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 7-8pm | Sir James Douglas School Gym | $5 | Hosted by FGCA

  • Fun, friendly badminton for all skill levels with rotating partners and doubles play. Bring your racquet and we'll handle the rest.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 7:30pm | Oaklands Community Centre | $15 | Hosted by CedarHeartKaratedo

  • Learn traditional karate in a welcoming environment 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! Check the link to find them all

✴️💪 Tango Workout

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 6:45-7:45pm | Alive Tango Victoria | $15

  • Get your tango body ready for 2026 with a 60-minute technique class focused on strengthening and stretching, followed by practica. Bring socks, workout clothes, and dance shoes for a session that'll prepare you for whatever the year throws your way

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 8-10pm | Mt. Doug Parking Lot | Free

  • Wednesday night Capture the Flag in the forest at Mount Doug—celebrating the end of term with a classic game under the trees, followed by an after party.

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 9:15-10:15am | 380 Cook Street | $8 Members, $16 Non-Members | Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre

  • A gentle seated class designed to ease tight muscles and boost flexibility—perfect for all fitness levels.

SEWING, PAINTING, WRITING, AND OTHER ART

Arts & Creative

Monday, March 30, 2026 | 5-6:30pm | Cinecenta, Student Union Bldg, U Vic, 3800 Finnerty Road | $11 | Hosted by Maryann

  • Filmmaker Marusya Bociurkiw takes her documentary Analogue Revolution on a cross-Canada tour, exploring how feminist media collectives from the '60s to '90s fought censorship and right-wing politics through underground publications, festivals, and radio shows. The screenings include panel discussions on applying these historical strategies to today's renewed backlash against women's and trans rights.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Monday, March 30, 2026 | 6-9:30pm | 786 Goldstream Ave. | $255

  • Learn to sew a versatile overcoat perfect for layering in this two-night class where you'll choose your own fabric and leave with a finished jacket ready to wear.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 11am-5pm | Gage Gallery | Free | Hosted by Gage Gallery

  • Large-scale charcoal drawings capture fleeting moments of light and stillness found during walks through local forests, beaches, and ferry rides. Artist Liz transforms these visual pauses into dreamy monochrome scenes that preserve the quiet beauty of Vancouver Island's landscapes.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 7pm | 651 Fairway Ave. | $210

  • Learn basic sewing skills starting with a tote bag, then progress to garment making and working with patterns. Sewists of all levels welcome to build their skills through hands-on projects.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 6:30-7:30pm | 813 Claremont Ave | Free | Hosted by Bernhard

  • Come connect with others, learn songs of community, and experience the joy of singing in a welcoming and relaxed environment. All songs are taught by call and response. No experience needed - even if you never sing, just bring your enthusiasm!

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 7pm | The Roxy Theatre | $10 | Hosted by CineVic

  • Watch seven local filmmakers unveil their original short comedies on April Fools' Day, with each creator sharing their work and creative process in a 10-minute spotlight. Stick around after for socializing and filmmaker chat.

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 5pm-9pm | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria | Free | Hosted by Art Gallery of Greater Victoria

  • Explore the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria's exhibitions and programs every Thursday evening at no charge. Residents and visitors can experience the gallery's artworks with family and friends.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 5-8pm | 750 Fairfield Rd. | Free | Hosted by ministryofcasualliving

  • Roy Green's "Lunar Symphony" features large-scale canvas works and spontaneous circular tondo paintings that blend imagery, text, and abstract elements—a handmade alternative to our digital overload. The exhibition centers on "Parliament of Owls," exploring themes of mystery and contemplation through Green's 40-year painting practice.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 3pm-4pm | Luther Court Society, 1525 Cedar Hill Cross Rd | Free | Hosted by Luther Court Community Health Centre

  • Drop in for a casual creative session where you can work on your own craft project or try something new, with basic supplies and snacks provided. A relaxed, all-ages gathering to make things and connect with neighbors.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

KEEP YOUR MIND FRESH

Learning & Workshops

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 12am-1pm | 722 Cormorant St | Free | Hosted by theDock - Centre for Social Impact

  • Join our March Lunch and Learn at theDock centre for social impact! Are you tired of dry meetings and dense documents? Craving more creativity in your work? This interactive session introduces Graphic Recording, Visual Notetaking, and the broader practice of Graphic Facilitation, showing how visuals can transform communication and collaboration.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 3-5pm | First Peoples House (UVic) | Free

  • Dr. Nick Estes explores Indigenous resistance movements and contemporary colonialism, drawing from his award-winning work on Standing Rock and the Dakota Access Pipeline. The lecture examines decolonization, environmental justice, and the long tradition of Indigenous-led activism.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 6:45pm | 90 Dock St | $25

  • Move through the five rhythms of flowing, staccato, chaos, lyrical, and stillness in these weekly movement meditation classes led by experienced teachers. Whether you're deepening an existing practice or trying your first Wave, you'll connect with a dedicated dance community while exploring embodied movement

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 7-9pm | Cedar Hill Recreation Centre - Activity Room | Free | Hosted by Quadra Cedar Hill Community Association

  • Join the Quadra Cedar Hill Community Association for a free talk: "What Everyone Should Know About AI: Understanding the impact, good and bad, of this new technology in our lives" Our speaker is Andrew Gardner, an AI chatbot engineer who works from his home in Saanich.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 1:30-2:30pm | 380 Cook Street | Free | Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre

  • Grab a coffee and chat casually with local police officers at this monthly drop-in program. Ask questions, share curiosities, or just listen in while enjoying refreshments

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 6-8pm | 622 View St | 55 | Hosted by Inwards Market

  • Learn simple but powerful "reset button" techniques including breathwork, movement, sound release, and grounding meditation to calm your nervous system and manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelm in daily life.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 18:00 | 2033 Belmont Ave | $321

  • Explore contemplative writing through meditation and guided prompts in a welcoming community space. Sessions blend mindful practice with creative expression, suitable for all experience levels.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 7-8:30pm | The Victoria Shambhala Meditation Centre | $80 Program Price  | Hosted by the raven

  • A 4-week mindfulness course that helps you break free from phone addiction and rebuild real-world connections through digital detox practices and social fitness habits. Learn to reclaim your attention, handle FOMO and loneliness, and strengthen offline relationships.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 12-5pm | Pearkes Recreation Centre | Free | Hosted by UVic

  • Students from UVic, Camosun College, and local high schools showcase hands-on STEAM projects with interactive exhibits where you can chat with the creators and meet industry leaders. It's a free chance to see what the next generation of engineers and innovators are building.

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 1-4pm | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific | $150

  • Learn monochrome watercolour techniques using only black paint to create striking images of garlic, lobster, and heron across three relaxed Thursday afternoon sessions with instructor Richard Wong.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 5:30-6:30pm | 552 Johnson Street | Free | Hosted by Ecologyst

  • Learn basic hand-sewing techniques and discover how to hem your clothes by hand in this beginner-friendly workshop. All supplies are provided, so just bring the garments you'd like to work on.

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 12-5pm | Pearkes Rec Centre | Free!

  • Experience student innovation as UVic and Camosun College teams showcase their Capstone projects and STEAM designs. See the future of engineering and technology through hands-on demonstrations and creative solutions.

Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 6-8:30pm | MakeSpace North Park | $30 | Hosted by MakeSpace

  • This hands-on workshop introduces the fundamentals of repairing drywall — from filling small holes to taping seams and creating a smooth, paint-ready surface. This beginner-friendly class offers a supportive, confidence-building introduction to common wall repairs.

BOARD GAMES, TRIVIA AND MORE!

Fun n’ Games

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 12:30-1:30pm | 380 Cook Street | $2 for members, $4 for non-members | Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre

  • Test your music knowledge and sing along with friends at Music Bingo, where fun meets friendly competition. Members play for $2, non-members $4.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 12-2pm | 380 Cook Street | $2 for members, $4 for non-members | Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre

  • A Canadian classic where you flick wooden discs across a circular board, trying to land in high-scoring zones while knocking your opponents' pieces out of the way. Easy to learn and surprisingly competitive.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 6pm | Boston Pizza Langford | Free

  • Discuss Annie Bot by Sierra Greer with fellow book lovers and enter to win next month's selection.

✴️🧠 Benji's Pub Quiz

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 7pm | Whistlebuoy | $28

  • Test your trivia skills with Benji's entertaining quiz night, where clever questions and comic flair meet shared knowledge and teamwork in the taproom.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 8pm | Brass Monkey Taproom (350B Bay St) | $15

  • Stand-up comedy night headlined by Vancouver Island's Dylan Williams, known for his misanthropic humor and performances at Just for Laughs Vancouver. The lineup includes Henok Meresa, Paola Beneras, Jon David, and Darren Millar.

REACH YOUR CAREER GOALS

Tech & Networking

Monday, March 30, 2026 | 12-5pm | 757 Yates Street | Free | Hosted by GLITCH Victoria

  • Victoria!! Looking for a fun, fast-paced and rewarding workplace? Come out to our Hiring Fair (March 30 & 31) hiring over 50+ positions! Join the team behind Victoria's newest bar and games room 🎮🕹️ Fun team culture, staff discounts and banked vacation days are just some of the perks! RSVP to our Hiring Fair

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Monday, March 30, 2026 | 7pm-8pm | Little Fernwood, Fernwood Road, Victoria, BC, Canada | $5+ | Hosted by 提灯

  • Creative, practical approaches to cultivating non-dystopian technology use, digital autonomy, and offline, local-first community. Held in Little Gladstone Studio.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | 4:30pm | 300-722 Cormorant Street Victoria, BC V8W 1P8 | $7 | Hosted by theDock - Centre for Social Impact

  • An informative evening focused on how technology can empower local non-profits to do more good with fewer resources! Join us for an engaging and informative evening at theDock: Centre for Social Impact, focused on how technology can empower local non-profits to do more good with fewer resources.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 | 5-9pm | Carson Hall | $180

  • Victoria's tech community gathers for an elaborate awards show celebrating the region's most innovative companies and individuals, featuring dinner, entertainment, and an after-party with a Western Neon theme.

SLOW FOLKY VIBES, HUGE ELECTRONIC SHOWS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

Live Music & Concerts

Monday, March 30th

▶️ BANDEMONIUM! – Postsecondary Contemporary Combos | Classical & Jazz | 7-9pm | Victoria Conservatory of Music | By donation | Tickets & Info

Tuesday, March 31st

▶️ Dave Harris & Friends | Funk & Soul | 5-8pm | The Loft Pub * 229 Gorge Rd. E. | $10 (sugg.) | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Grand Bazaar Jam | Indie & Rock | 7:30pm | 586 Johnson St | 10$ CASH ONLY | Tickets & Info

▶️ Eleanor Gray Memorial Piano and Voice Duo Competition | Classical & Jazz | 8-10pm | Phillip T. Young Recital Hall | Free | Tickets & Info

Wednesday, April 1st

▶️ Wednesday Night Jam | Indie & Rock | 6-9pm | 229 Gorge Rd. E. | Free | Tickets & Info

▶️ Vikes Band 10th Anniversary Concert: Ten Years, One Sound | Classical & Jazz | 8-10pm | CARSA Performance Gym | Free | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Elisa Thorn & Pesewa | Classical & Jazz | 7:30pm | Paul Phillips Hall | $22 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Solstice - DJ Night | Electronic & Techno | 9pm-1:30am | The Coda | $10+ | Tickets & Info

Thursday, April 2nd

▶️ Rhythm Train | Indie & Rock | 6-9pm | The Loft Pub * 229 Gorge Rd. E. | Free | Tickets & Info

▶️ Songwriter Circle at The Coda! | Country & Folk | 6:30-8:30pm | The Coda | $20 advance | Tickets & Info

▶️ Heather Ferguson at Emporia Westshore | Classical & Jazz | 7-9pm | Emporia Westshore - 737 Goldstream Ave, Langford BC, V9B 2X4 | $20 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ The Cold Water Board Meeting | Indie & Rock | 7pm | Capital Ballroom: 858 Yates St, Victoria, BC V8W 0G2 | $20 (all proceeds to the Tla-o-qui-aht Nation) | Tickets & Info

▶️ Joe Abbott, Elise Leblanc, Gave Elias at The Duke! | Country & Folk | 7:30pm | The Duke Saloon | $15 | Tickets & Info

▶️ UVic Concert Band: Retro | Classical & Jazz | 8-10pm | The Farquhar at UVic | Free | Tickets & Info

▶️ UVic Voice Ensemble | Classical & Jazz | 8-10pm | Phillip T. Young Recital Hall | Free | Tickets & Info

▶️ Country Night: The Tumblin' Dice | Country & Folk | 9pm-12:30am | The Irish Times Pub | Free | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Pressure Thursday and Public Hearing present: Natty, mr.b, Primitive | Electronic & Techno | 9pm-2am | The Downbeat | $10 Door | Tickets & Info

▶️ Songwriters Circle | Indie & Rock | 6-8:30pm | Bar Stage | $20+ | Tickets & Info

▶️ Masashi Usui Japan/Montreal Trio | Classical & Jazz | 7-9pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $15-$30 | Tickets & Info

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