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This Week's Events: May 5th-11th

This Week's Events: May 5th-11th

💡Country Dances, Live Music, Workshops and more!

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
May 04, 2025

Hey LampPosters!

Our first ever LampPost Hangout’s are on May 17th. A Social Pub Crawl with 12 spots and an Intimate Dinner with 6 spots. $15 per person - and we only have a couple spots left!

Come meet and connect with new people in Victoria!

We hope everyone is excited for this week! Summer events are popping off!

Much love!

-Simon & Jared ❤️

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Community Events

🚨 Community Emergency Preparedness Workshop

Tuesday, May 6 | 6:30-8pm | Denford Hall, Glenlyon Norfolk School | Free

Join Doug Clarke from Victoria Fire Department for an engaging 90-minute Community Emergency Preparedness Workshop, where you'll learn how to make a plan, build an emergency kit, and connect with your community.

✴️🤠 Honky Tonk Tuesday

Tuesday, May 6 | 5-11pm | Little Fernwood | $20-$25

Honky Tonk Tuesdays brings old-school country dancing to Fernwood, featuring live music, two-step lessons, and classic country tunes. Join local performers and guest artists for a night of toe-tapping fun and lively dancing.

🍻 She / They Night

Tuesday, May 6 | 5-8pm | Craft Patio | Free

She/They night returns to Craft Beer Market's patio, offering great beer and food for women, non-binary, and trans* community members.

💗 Meet Your Person – A 55+ Dating Event

Wednesday, May 7 | 5-7pm | Swan's Pub | $38

Victoria's newest speed dating event for 55+ singles looking for love or friendship. Meet new people in a fun, social atmosphere while supporting BC Children's Hospital Foundation.

✴️🎯 Indigenous Hiring Fair

Wednesday, May 7 | 10am-3pm | 231 Regina Ave | Free

Connect with employers who value Indigenous talent at this inclusive hiring fair, featuring on-the-spot interviews, resume support, and cultural services.

✴️🌽 Esquimalt Farmers Market

Thursday, May 8 | 4:30-7:30pm | Memorial Park | Free

The Esquimalt Farmers Market offers a diverse selection of local food, artisanal goods, and live music, with a playground for kids to enjoy. Browse fresh produce, crafts, and hot meals every Thursday from April to September in Memorial Park.

🎁 Mother's Day Market Weekend

Friday, May 9 | 10am-4pm | Bilston Creek Farm | $5

Explore a charming Mother's Day Weekend Market at Bilston Creek Farm, featuring local makers, handcrafted gifts, fresh pizzas, and lavender-infused beverages.

🔮 Magickal Mother's Days Fair

Saturday, May 10 | 10am-4pm | Metchosin Community Hall | Free

Explore a magical marketplace filled with witches, psychics, healers, and artisans offering spell therapies, crystals, tarot readings, and more. Enjoy a potion mocktail bar and a chance to win hourly prizes.

✴️🌸 Mother’s Day Musical Garden Tour

Saturday, May 10 | 10am-4pm | Multiple gardens around and in Victoria | $53

Explore nine stunning gardens in Greater Victoria during the Mother's Day Musical Garden Tour, featuring live music by Victoria Conservatory of Music students and faculty.

🦅 World Migratory Bird Day

Saturday, May 10 | 10am-1pm | Beacon Hill Park | Free

World Migratory Bird Day kicks off Victoria Bird Week with a celebration at Beacon Hill Park, featuring a ""Scream-like-a-gull"" contest, bird-themed costumes, and family-friendly activities.

🏠 Yard Sale Day

Saturday, May 10 | 10am-2pm | Fairfield & Gonzales | Free

Browse yard sales throughout Fairfield & Gonzales neighborhoods, including a special sale at the Gonzales Community Centre parking lot. Hunt for treasures and unique finds in this community-wide event.

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Performing Arts

🎬 Open Screen for Film Makers

Wednesday, May 7 | 7-9pm | Haus of Owl | $10

Local filmmakers showcase their work at Haus of Owl's monthly Open Screen event, offering a supportive space for creators to share films in progress or finished pieces with a live audience.

✴️🎪 Cirque Du Soleil: CRYSTAL

All Weekend | 7pm | Save On Foods Memorial Centre | $98+

Cirque du Soleil's CRYSTAL brings circus arts to the ice for the first time, blending jaw-dropping acrobatics with skating in a whimsical journey of imagination. This unique production arrives in Victoria for 12 performances at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre.

✴️🎩 Champions of Magic

Thursday + Friday , May 8 + 9 | 7:30pm | Royal Theatre | $49

Experience mind-bending illusions and interactive magic as the Champions Of Magic team return with an explosive new show that's entertained over 500,000 guests worldwide.

👑 The Tortured Drag Department: The Anniversary

Thursday, May 8 | 6:30pm | Friends of Dorothy - Victoria | $12

The Tortured Drag Department celebrates its anniversary with a night of electrifying performances by talented drag artists. Experience a high-energy show filled with music, comedy, and stunning costumes.

👩‍⚖️ Legally Blonde

Friday + Saturday, May 9 + 10 | 7:30pm | McPherson Playhouse | $66

The musical adaptation of "Legally Blonde" comes to McPherson Playhouse, following Elle Woods as she leaves California for love but discovers herself instead.

🎭 Rigoletta's Opera 101

Friday, May 9 | 4pm | Baumann Centre | $18+

Dame Charlotte and Sir Peter, clown-musicians, lead a comedic and educational journey into opera, blending music, humor, and wordplay as their talk hilariously unravels.

✴️🎤 The Crowd Work Show

Friday, May 9 | 8pm | The Mint | $20

Nash Park and Alex Forman take the stage for a 100% improvised stand-up comedy show, relying solely on crowd interaction and quick wit to deliver laughs. This rowdy Friday night performance promises a unique and hilarious experience.

📚 PEP in the afternoon Poetry!

Friday, May 9 | 2-3:30pm | 234 Menzies St. | Donations

Award-winning poet Nick Thran reads from his work, including the Trillium Book Award-winning collection ""Earworm."" Hear selections from one of Canada's celebrated contemporary poets.

📖 Nick Thran & Laurence Hutchman Book Showcase

Friday, May 9 | 7pm | Russel Books | Donation

Nick Thran and Laurence Hutchman share their latest poetry collections, exploring themes of music, imagination, and personal odysseys. Join these accomplished Canadian poets for an evening of literary insight and creative expression.

💥 Julie Kim - Doing Too Much

Saturday, May 10 | 7pm | Capital Ballroom | $47

Canadian stand-up sensation Julie Kim brings her award-winning comedy to the stage, fresh from touring with Ronny Chieng and performing at major festivals across North America.

💣 Hecklers Presents: Forrest Shaw

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

Top comics from across Canada and beyond perform at Hecklers every Saturday, with early and late show options available.

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Sports & Athletic Events

✴️⚽ Pacific FC vs Vancouver FC - TELUS Canadian Championship

Tuesday, May 6 | 7pm | Starlight Stadium, Langford | $22+

Pacific FC takes on Vancouver FC in the 2025 TELUS Canadian Championship's first round. Enjoy happy hour with $6 beers before the 7:00 PM kickoff.

✴️👟 FSRC On Shoe Demo

Wednesday, May 7 | 6:30pm | William Stevenson Park | Free

Lace up and test out On shoes at a special Wednesday run demo near Fernwood Square. Join any pace group, including walkers, for this fun community event.

🏔️ SICA Presents: The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival

Thursday, May 8 | 7-10pm | 808 Douglas St | $28

Experience the thrill of mountain adventure at the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival, showcasing inspiring films about climbing, skiing, and outdoor exploration. Immerse yourself in breathtaking stories of human endurance and natural beauty from around the world.

🧘‍♀️ Yoga Workshop for Athletic Recovery

Saturday, May 10 | 9-11:30am | 1600 Bay St. #202 | $45

Experience a therapeutic yoga and functional movement session designed for athletes and anyone seeking improved mobility and muscle recovery. This small, personalized workshop blends gentle stretches with practical techniques to help you move more freely.

⚽️ Pacific FC vs York United - Canadian Armed Forces Appreciation Match

Saturday, May 10 | 5pm | Starlight Stadium, Langford | $22+

Pacific FC faces York United in a Canadian Armed Forces Appreciation Match, featuring military equipment displays and a chance to learn about Canada's military branches. Fans can enjoy pre-match festivities and happy hour starting at 3:30 PM.

Arts & Creative Events

🎨 Creating Climate Resilience Spring Artmaking Workshops

Tuesday, May 6 | 5:30pm | UVic Multifaith Centre | Free

Young people (15-30) can join a workshop series exploring climate anxiety through dialogue and art-making, with free meals provided.

✴️🎵 Flip Night

Wednesday, May 7 | 7-9:30pm | Haus of Owl | $10

Join Victoria's beat making community to learn, share tips, and experiment with sample-based music. Open to all experience levels and identities.

🎊 Timeless Visions Show & Sale – Opening Reception

Thursday, May 8 | 5-8pm | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria | Free

Explore ""Timeless Visions,"" an art show featuring paintings by Lois Griffiths, Lisa Hebden, and Sharon A. Stone at the Massey Sales Gallery. The exhibition showcases works available for both rental and purchase.

💃 Salsa Thursday

Thursday, May 8 | 7pm | St Aidan's Church | $5

Salsa Thursdays offer a lively mix of Latin rhythms, featuring primarily Colombian, Cuban, and Puerto Rican salsa with occasional merengue, cumbia, and vallenato. Dance the night away every two weeks for just $5 entry.

🧶 Craft & Connect

Thursday, May 8 | 3-4pm | 1525 Cedar Hill | Free

Drop in to Luther Court's Community Craft & Connect, a weekly gathering where you can work on your own project or try something new while connecting with others. Basic craft supplies and refreshments provided.

✴️🏁 Fabric Printmaking Workshop

Saturday, May 10 | 1:30-3:30pm | Maritime Museum of BC | $10

Carve your own linocut stamp and apply it to fabric in this ocean-inspired printmaking workshop. Learn maritime history and block printing skills while creating a unique take-home piece.

🌺 Moss Hanging Basket Workshop

Saturday, May 10 | 10am-12pm | Patio Gardens | $134

Learn how to prepare and plant a custom moss hanging basket in this hands-on workshop. Create your own part shade or sun basket to take home and enjoy all summer.

Learning & Workshops

🐾 Layered Wood Painting

Thursday, May 8 | 6:30pm | Six Mile Pub | $25

Paint a 3D layered wood art piece of a cat or dog at 6 Mile Pub, with all supplies and a $25 food & drink credit included. Proceeds support the Itty Bitty Kitty Committee.

〽️ Stories from the Silk Road

✴️Friday, May 9 | 7-9pm | Caffe Fantastico | $5-$15

Explore the historical Silk Roads and their influence on modern Asian-Canadian communities through art and cultural stories.

♻️ The Sustainable Fox - Recycling Workshop

Friday, May 9 | 6pm | The Green Thimble | $10

Learn about proper recycling in Greater Victoria with Sadie from The Sustainable Fox. Discover what's recyclable, how to sort, and where it goes, plus enjoy snacks and receive a $10 off coupon.

🍫 Chocolate Masterclass

Saturday, May 10 | 1pm | The Chocolate Project | $10

Taste and evaluate award-winning chocolate bars in this special tasting class. Learn about the attributes of great chocolate and the evaluation process used in international competitions.

🖌️ Miniature Painting

Saturday, May 10 | 12:30-3:30pm | BC Hobbies | $20

Learn the Games Workshop method of miniature painting in this hands-on workshop with artist Ariel Moore. Paint a provided miniature while mastering techniques like base coating, washes, and dry brushing.

Live Music & Concerts

✴️The Downbeat and LampPost present: Syd Woz, The Mole, DJ Robbie

Friday, May 9th | 10pm-2am | The Downbeat | $22

We’re collaborating with The Downbeat for a wicked dance show this Friday! We’ll be there - and it’s the place to party this weekend

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Friday, May 9

✴️▶️ UNCLE MURDA of G-Unit | Rap | 8:30pm | Wicket Hall | $35-$70 | Tickets & Info

Saturday, May 10

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