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This Week's Events: March 31st-April 6th

This Week's Events: March 31st-April 6th

💡 Comic operattas, TONS of live music, terrarium workshops, and more!

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
March 30, 2025

Hey LampPosters! Our big announcement is finally here 😎

We’re hosting a party on April 19th with Whistle Buoy Brewing! Roll up and celebrate spring & the return of the sun with us & some live DJs from 7-10pm. It’s gonna be a great time, and tickets are already half sold out, so don’t sleep on grabbing yours. You can snag tickets here. Can’t wait to see ya’ there!

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Featured

The Victoria Gilbert and Sullivan Society present…

✴️ HMS Pinafore ✴️

Dave Dunnet Theatre (April 5 at 7:30pm & April 6 at 2pm) & Mary Winspear Centre (April 12 & 13 at 2pm)

Never seen a Gilbert and Sullivan operetta? Loyal fan? You are in for a treat either way! There's a reason this famous duo's works are still performed more than 100 years after their era.

Fantastic music which will have you humming for days, impeccably witty dialogue and lyrics, wonderful costumes and our talented singers make for a fun frolic through the foibles of Victorian England.

Last year's four shows sold out at both the Victoria and Sidney venues, so get your tickets early!

Community Events

✴️🍪 Trans Day of Snack

Monday, March 31 | 3-5:30pm | 1240 Gladstone Ave. | Free

Celebrate Trans Day of Snack with free treats and community at Fernwood Neighbourhood House, an event created by and for trans people to enjoy comfort, indulgence, and self-care.

🪓 Forged Axe Throwing Birthday

Tuesday, April 1 | 6pm | Forged Axe Throwing | Free

Celebrate Forged's 8th birthday with all-day drink specials and discounted axe throwing in Whistler & Victoria. Enjoy $5.50 Labatt Blue, $10 margaritas, and $19.99 axe throwing from 6 PM until late.

🎭 HEARTH Community Portrait Event Night

Thursday, April 3 | 7-9:30pm | The Mint | Free

Enjoy an evening of diverse performances and a student-created documentary supporting street artists at HEARTH Community Portrait Night, featuring spoken word, music, comedy, and more.

🌽 Esquimalt Farmers Market

Thursday, April 3 | 4:30-7:30pm | 1200 Esquimalt Rd. | Free

The Esquimalt Farmers Market offers local produce, hot food vendors, artisan crafts, and live music every Thursday from April to September in Memorial Park.

✴️💃 Sarah and Geri Fundraiser

Thursday, April 3 | 7pm | The Vicious Poodle | By donation

A fundraising event featuring drag performances and a raffle with local prizes to support Sarah and Geri as they face Sarah's recent brain cancer diagnosis. All proceeds will be donated to help the couple during this difficult time.

👕 UVSS Clothing Swap

Thursday, April 3 | 10am-4pm | The SUB | Free

A free clothing swap event where you can drop off unwanted items and pick up new-to-you pieces, promoting sustainability and budget-friendly fashion.

🍽️ Food for the Soul

Friday, April 4 | 4:30-6:30pm | Dunlop House Restaurant | $28

Camosun Hospitality students are hosting a fundraiser for the student food bank with music bingo, a raffle, and a silent auction. Enjoy tasty food and drinks while supporting a great cause.

👵 Grandma's Night Out

Friday, April 4 | 6-9:30pm | Oaks Restaurant and Grill | Free

Grandmas are gathering for a fun social outing, including dinner and a concert. Connect with other local grandmas for future playdates, walks, or patio drinks.

✴️🌍 ISSAMBA Multicultural Food & Craft Market

Friday, April 4 | 5-8pm | Centennial Square | Free

The Issamba Multicultural Food & Crafts Market returns to Centennial Square, offering international cuisine, handmade goods, and global beats from various DJs over three days.

📚 Brianna Wiest

Friday, April 4 | 7-8:30pm | Bolen Books | $5-$26

Bestselling author Brianna Wiest discusses and signs her new book ""The Life That's Waiting"" in an inspiring evening moderated by poet Bianca Sparacino.

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Performing Arts

✴️🔥 The Flame: Raising Our Voices

Monday, March 31 | 7-9pm | Pacific Opera | PWYC ($6-$23)

""Raising Our Voices"" combines music and storytelling in an intimate evening featuring community voices and opera singers. Local organizations and individuals share their stories, strengthening community bonds.

✴️🎭 Children of God

Tuesday, April 1 | 7:30pm | McPherson Playhouse | $40+

"Children of God" is a powerful musical that tells the story of an Oji-Cree family affected by residential schools in Northern Ontario, blending ancient traditions with contemporary realities to celebrate Indigenous resilience and cultural spirit.

🎵 Rise Up Singing with The Radiance Revival Choir!

Tuesday, April 1 | 12pm | Church of Truth | $15-$65

Join The Radiance Revival Choir for six weeks of soul-soothing, musical fun. No experience needed - just enjoy singing your heart out with songs taught by ear in a beautiful acoustic space.

🕵🏾‍♀️ An Inspector Calls

Wednesday, April 2 | 7:30pm | Langham Court Theatre | $26

A gripping mystery unfolds as an inspector interrogates a respectable British family about their connection to a young girl's suicide. This thought-provoking play explores themes of responsibility and social justice.

😂 Phillips Comedy Night at the Mint

Wednesday, April 2 | 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM PDT | 1414 Douglas St | $15-$20

Phillips Comedy Night at The Mint brings together the city's funniest comedians for an evening of laughter, food, and drinks. Enjoy hilarious performances while savoring delicious west coast Himalayan cuisine.

✴️🦅 Tassels & Talons

Thursday, April 3 | 6-9pm | Haus of Owl | $10

Tassels and Talons is a monthly meetup for burlesque performers to showcase new acts, share industry tips, and celebrate the art of tease. Open to all experience levels, from seasoned showgirls to newcomers.

🖼️ Community Portrait

Thursday, April 3 | 7-9:30pm | The Mint | Free

A community portrait documentary screening and art showcase featuring performances, speeches, and creative work readings to raise awareness about the opioid toxicity crisis. This free, all-ages event includes food and drinks while platforming street artists and local creatives.

💃 ‘On Hold'

Friday, April 4 | 7:30pm | McPherson Playhouse | $48

"ON HOLD" premieres for one night only, featuring Broken Rhythms' unique blend of humor and dance inspired by the experience of waiting. The show explores common emotions during hold times, from anxiety to mutual support.

🎤 Girls Night!

Friday, April 4 | 8pm | The Mint | $15-$20

Catch some of Vancouver Island's top female comedians at GIRLS NIGHT, a stand-up comedy event at The Mint. Enjoy live laughs and a chance to win prizes from Foxy Box.

✴️😀 Hecklers Presents: Ava Val

Saturday, April 5 | 7 & 10pm | Hecklers Bar & Grill | $22

Hecklers hosts top comedians from Canada and beyond every Saturday, with early and late show options available. Arrive 30 minutes before showtime for the best experience.

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Sports & Athletic Events

🚴 Victoria Segment Challenge - Week Five Challenge

Monday, March 31 | Anytime! | CRD | Free

The Victoria Segment Challenge is an 8-week cycling series where riders tackle two Strava segments each week, competing for leaderboard positions or simply exploring new routes. Join anytime, ride at your convenience, and get a chance to win weekly prizes.

🤹 Juggle Club

Wednesday, April 2 | 4-5pm | KWENCH | Free

KWENCH's Juggling Club welcomes all skill levels to learn, connect, and have fun in a relaxed environment. Bring your own balls and join the monthly meetup to share tips and keep the good vibes flowing.

✴️🏀 Indoor Basketball @ ROMS

Wednesday, April 2 | 6:00pm-7:30pm | Royal Oak Middle School | $8.50

Drop-in basketball program for trans folks, non-binary people, and women, focusing on community and fun. All abilities welcome, with a mix of beginners and experienced players.

🧘‍♀️ Six and It Clicks: Mat Pilates Series with Norah Meyers

Thursday, April 3 | 6-7pm | KWENCH | $193

Refine your movement and improve posture through a 6-week progressive Pilates series, designed for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Learn purposeful, low-impact exercises to unlock your body's full potential.

✴️🤼‍♂️ Beaver Slam Smackdown

Friday, April 4 | 6:30-11:30pm | First Metropolitan Hall | $23

Beaver Slam presents a wrestling competition with electrifying action and glitter, followed by a DJ dance party. Dressing up is strongly encouraged!!!

🚣 Brown Cup Regatta

Saturday, April 5 | 12-1:45pm | Gorge Waterway | Free

Cheer on UVic rowers at the Brown Cup, an annual rowing regatta against UBC featuring four races along the Gorge Waterway. Multiple outdoor and indoor viewpoints available for spectators.

Arts & Creative Events

🎨 Button Making Art Night!

Monday, March 31 | 6-9pm | Little Fernwood Studio | $7

Create custom buttons at a collage-filled craft night with printers, sequins, and stickers. Bring your own magazines or use provided materials to make unique designs.

🧵 Sewing 101

Tuesday, April 1 | 7pm | 561 Fairway Ave. | $165 (5 weeks)

Learn basic sewing skills starting with a tote bag, then progress to garment making and personal projects in this 5-week course for all skill levels.

✴️🎭 Victorious Voices Festival - Slam Competition !

Tuesday, April 1 | 7-10pm | Reynolds Secondary School | By donation

High school poets compete in the 16th annual Victorious Voices Slam Competition, showcasing authentic expression and empowerment through spoken word.

🎬 Bon Victoriage!

Tuesday, April 1 | 7pm | Paul Phillips Hall | Sliding Scale

Catch the screening of ""We Came Here with Nothing"" Episode 1, followed by a live Q&A with special guests and a DJ set.

🧵 Featherweight Sewcial

Wednesday, April 2 | 6-9pm | 2950 Douglas St | $30

Bring your Singer Featherweight 221 or 222 and join fellow enthusiasts for a sewing session. Work on an unfinished project or start something new while connecting with other Featherweight fans.

✴️🎨 Psychedelic Art Club

Thursday, April 3 | 6:30-8:30pm | Rockslide Gallery | $12

Join a community of artists exploring visionary states and creative processes at the Psychedelic Art Club, held every other Thursday evening at Rockslide Studio and Gallery. Bring your own project or use provided supplies to create in a supportive, semi-structured environment.

🎞️ Return To The Falls - A National Film Tour Event

Thursday, April 3 | 6:30-9pm | Vic Theatre | $15

Experience Elder Betty Ross's powerful journey through the residential school system in ""Return to the Falls,"" a docudrama screening followed by a Q&A with the survivor herself.

✴️🎤 Victorious Voices Festival with Victoria Poetry Project

Thursday, April 3 | 6:30-9pm | Caffe Fantastico | $6-$10

Victorious Voices, a high-energy spoken word festival, showcases youth talent in Victoria's arts scene. The 14th annual event returns with live performances at Reynolds Secondary School and an alumni open mic.

✴️🌿 Moss Art Workshop

Friday, April 4 | 5:30-6:30pm | VI Plant Shop | $57

Create a vibrant moss art piece at VI Plant Shop's workshop. Learn to craft a maintenance-free, preserved moss frame that lasts for years.

🎸 Book Launch: No Judgment And Other Busking Stories

Friday, April 4 | 7-9pm | Caffe Fantastico | Free

Philip Seagram launches his memoir ""No Judgment and Other Busking Stories"" with live music, sharing insights from his cross-Canada busking journey after leaving his career as a judge.

Learning & Workshops

🎓 UVic Cafe Historique: The Human Rights Paradox in Historical Perspective

Wednesday, April 2 | 7-9pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $5

Café Historique presents ""Why History Matters,"" a series of talks exploring the importance of historical knowledge. Join in person or via livestream to engage with thought-provoking discussions.

🧬 Showcase Series: Vancouver Island

Wednesday, April 2 | 5:30-7:30pm | Delta Hotels (Ocean Pointe Resort) | $52

Explore cutting-edge life sciences research and innovation from Vancouver Island at this showcase featuring sector-leading speakers.

✴️🌿 Greater Victoria Climate Forum

Thursday, April 3 | 5-8:30pm | theDock - Centre for Social Impact | $20

Join a collaborative climate action forum featuring local innovation showcases and workshop sessions to strengthen Victoria's climate community. Connect, share, and amplify your impact.

✴️🎨 Narratives: The Storytelling Power of Design

Thursday, April 3 | 5:30-6:30pm | KWENCH | Free

Explore the storytelling power of design with three talented panelists as they discuss ideation, research, and creating compelling narratives in their work. Learn storytelling tricks and tools to enhance your own design projects.

✴️🧘‍♀️ Self-Leadership & Relationship Training: Weekly Drop-in Sessions

Thursday, April 3 | 6:15pm-9:30pm | 1468 Stroud Rd | $25

Weekly drop-in sessions focused on personal growth and building deeper connections in a supportive community setting. Experience engaging exercises to become more authentic and develop vital relationship skills.

🏘️ BEYOND THE NOISE

Friday, April 4 | 8:30am-12pm | Hotel Grand Pacific (Vancouver Island Room) | By donation

"Beyond the Noise" explores solutions to housing and homelessness through two panel discussions: one on supportive housing realities and another on media's role in shaping public understanding of the housing crisis.

Foodie Events

✴️🦞 Chef's Sushi Omakase

Wednesday, April 2 | 6-9:30pm | Mile Zero Brewing | $110

Experience an intimate seafood extravaganza with a chef's choice Omakase dinner at a long table event. Enjoy a professionally filmed culinary journey featuring carefully prepared dishes.

🍺 Brew School - Pale Ale

Thursday, April 3 | 7-8:30pm | Vessel Liquor | $26

Explore the balance between water, malt, hops, and yeast in this focused class on Pale Ale. Learn about the key ingredients that make this classic beer style shine.

Fun n’ Games

🧠Benji's Pub Quiz

Tuesday, April 1 | 7:30 PM | Whistle Buoy Brewing | $24.30 CAD for Table for 2, $48.60 CAD for Table for 4, $72.90 CAD for Table for 6

Test your knowledge at Benji's entertaining quiz night, starting promptly at 7:30 PM. Form teams of 2, 4, or 6 players for an evening of friendly competition.

🐉 MTG - Tarkir: Dragonstorm Prerelease

Saturday, April 5 | 2-6pm | Epic Games | $40

Experience the new Tarkir: Dragonstorm Magic: The Gathering set before its official release. Play with fresh cards, compete for prizes, and join the local gaming community.

Live Music & Concerts

Monday, March 31st

Tuesday, April 1st

Wednesday, April 2nd

Thursday, April 3rd

Friday, April 4th

Saturday, April 5th

✴️▶️ Fleetwood Magic | Pop | 7:30pm | McPherson Playhouse | $65 | Tickets & Info

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