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This Week's Events: September 15th-21st

This Week's Events: September 15th-21st

💡Beer Bus, Barn Dances, Golf Tournaments and more!

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
September 14, 2025

Hey LampPosters!

Thank you all so much for coming to the Rock Show last night!

We’ll be at Ship Point on Tuesday and the Soul of Vietnam Festival on Saturday pouring beer. Come say hello!

ps. if you’re looking for something to do on Saturday, come for a LampPost Hangout! Super low stakes and a great way to meet new people :)

Hope you all have a great week! Stay safe

-Simon & Jared ❤️

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MARKETS, PARADES, FESTIVALS AND OTHER AWESOME STUFF

Community Events

✴️💒 City Council Public Hearing to Increase Arts + Music Venues

Monday, September 15 | 6:30pm | City Hall | Free

The Official Community Plan is getting determined and this is your chance to have your say on housing, getting more music venues, increasing arts funding and more!

✴️🍻 LampPost Beer Bus at Ship Point

Tuesday, September 16 | 4pm-8pm | Ship Point | Free

Enjoy live music, tasty bites, and cold beers at the lively Ship Point hangout spot. This casual gathering offers a perfect atmosphere to relax and connect with others.

🎻 West Coast Barn (Fiddle Dance)

Friday, September 19 | 6:30pm-10:30pm | Edelweiss Club | $10

Kick up your heels at an old-time barn dance featuring live fiddle tunes, with all steps taught for beginners and seasoned dancers alike.

🔮 Fall Witches Market

Saturday, September 20 | 10am-4pm | Metchosin Community Hall | Free

An enchanting weekend featuring witches, psychics, healers, and local artisans. Shop for magical items, enjoy tarot readings, and sip mocktails at the Potion Bar.

🏮 Soul of Vietnam

Saturday, September 20 | 11am-9pm | Ship Point | Free

Experience the vibrant culture of Vietnam through cuisine, music, dance, and interactive activities at the Soul of Vietnam Festival in downtown Victoria. This free, family-friendly event showcases traditional and modern Vietnamese heritage.

✴️🎉 Big Patio Days: Okotberfest

Saturday, September 20 | 12pm-10pm | Whistle Buoy | $5

Market Square's Big Patio Days return with five themed events featuring live music, food vendors, and fun activities in the inner courtyard throughout summer.

🛍️ James Bay Market

Saturday, September 20 | 9am-3pm | Menzies & Superior Corner | Free

Experience a vibrant community gathering at the 30th annual Market, featuring 60 tents of fresh local produce, crafts, live music, and food trucks.

🍅 Moss St. Market

Saturday, September 20 | 10am-2pm | 1330 Fairfield Rd. | Free

Explore a vibrant showcase of local produce, artisanal crafts, and gourmet treats at Victoria's Moss Street Farmers Market, featuring over 150 vendors and live music.

📚 Beats, Bites, & Books

Saturday, September 20 | 4:30pm-8:30pm | Oaklands Community Centre | Free

Celebrate 1000 Little Free Libraries with funky music, tasty food, and literary fun for the whole family. This festive event features live performances, kid-friendly activities, and a unique Little Free Library contest.

🌞 Last Daze of Summer Day Party

Saturday, September 20 | 3pm-9pm | Fort Common | $20-$30

Last Daze of Summer II brings the heat with an outdoor Afro-fusion day party, featuring high-energy DJ sets of Afrobeats, Amapiano, and global summer sounds.

🌙 Luna Turns 8 - Makers Market and Celebration

Saturday, September 20 | 11pm-4pm | 1048 + 1044 Fort St | Free

Browse handmade goods at a makers market and shop storewide deals while celebrating Luna Collective's 8th birthday. Check out their exclusive new product release, too.

✴️💡 LampPost Hangout

Saturday, September 20 | 7pm-10pm | Sent After Signup | $15

Monthly pub crawl with a small group, perfect for meeting new people and exploring local bars.

BALLET, COMEDY, THEATRE AND MORE!

Performing Arts

🎩 Piff the Magic Dragon

Monday, September 15 | 6pm | Farquhar Auditorium | $51 - $73

Experience the magical comedy of Piff the Magic Dragon as he brings his unique blend of humor and illusions to Victoria's Farquhar Auditorium. This All Star Vegas show promises an unforgettable evening of laughter and amazement.

🎪 Circus Osorio Mexico

Till the 22nd | 3pm-7pm | Mayfair Mall | $8

Circus Osorio brings thrilling live entertainment under the Big Top, featuring skilled aerialists, daring motorcycle stunts, and international performers. Enjoy a family-friendly experience with delicious concessions and a lively atmosphere.

🎭 1979 at the Belfry Theatre

Till October 5th | Various Times | Belfry Theatre | PWYC

Joe Clark's brief stint as Canada's youngest Prime Minister takes center stage in this witty political comedy. Set in 1979, the play explores the intense pressures and conflicting advice Clark faces as he struggles to keep his government afloat.

😂 Rick Mercer

Tuesday, September 16 | 7pm | Royal Theatre | Starting at $63.25

Rick Mercer brings his signature wit and incisive observations to the stage, delivering a hilarious and uniquely Canadian stand-up performance. Expect sharp political satire and relatable humor that celebrates our national quirks.

🎤 Firebird Variety Open Mic

Tuesday, September 16 | 7pm-9:30pm | Phoenix Bar & Grill | Free

Weekly open mic night for standup comedians and musicians, hosted by Lucia Ribeiro. Catch fresh talent every Tuesday evening at 3944 Quadra St.

🎤 Phillips Comedy Night at the Mint

Wednesday, September 17 | 8-9:30pm | The Mint | $15

Laugh your way through hump day at Phillips Comedy Night, featuring top local comedians and delicious Himalayan cuisine in a cozy downstairs venue.

🏰 The Moors

Wednesday, September 17 | 8pm | Paul Phillips Hall |

In this darkly comedic play, a governess arrives at a remote manor to find an unexpected cast of characters and no sign of her mysterious employer. The Moors blends gothic intrigue with whimsical satire, exploring themes of love and visibility.

💄 Queer Open Stage

Wednesday, September 17 | 6:30-8:30pm | The Dock | Free

Queer Open Stage offers 2SLGBTQIA+ performers a safe space to showcase their talents in 10-minute slots, featuring music, drag, poetry, dance, comedy, and more.

🏖️ THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY WATCH PARTY

Wednesday, September 17 | 6pm-9pm | 1415 Broad St. | $15

Experience the season finale of The Summer I Turned Pretty on a massive screen, complete with themed drinks, snacks, and a post-show trivia contest.

🎵 Sing Together Victoria

Thursday, September 18 | 6:30pm | McMinn Park, Saanich | Free

Join a welcoming community singing group that meets weekly outdoors, focusing on songs of joy, connection, and hope. No experience needed - just bring your enthusiasm and learn through call and response.

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GET YA’ BODY MOVIN’

Sports & Athletic Events

⛳ The Times Colonist Victoria Open - PGA TOUR Americas

All Week Long! | 7:30am-6pm | Uplands Golf Course | 7:30am-6pm

Top professional golfers compete for a spot on the Korn Ferry Tour at the Victoria Open, part of the PGA TOUR Americas. Enjoy live golf, scenic views, food trucks, and local vendors at Uplands Golf Club.

💪 Hyrox Group Training

Tuesday, September 16 | 6:30pm | TFA Fitness | $25

High-energy functional fitness class focusing on HYROX-style training to build strength and endurance. Suitable for both race prep and general fitness improvement.

🧘 Tai Chi & Qigong with Gabriel Shaw

Tuesday, September 16 | 9am-10am | 918 Esquimalt Road | Free

Experience the harmony of mind and body through a blend of Qigong, joint mobility exercises, and Yang family Tai Chi in this restorative 60-minute class.

🏃‍♀️ South Island Sole

Tuesday, September 16 | 6:30pm | Cook / Dallas | Free

Join a diverse group of runners for a weekly 5k along Dallas Road in Victoria. All paces are welcome at this inclusive community run starting at the Beacon Hill sign.

💧 Sweat Analysis w/ Precision Hydration + Social Run

Tuesday, September 16 | 11am-5pm / 5:45 Run | Frontrunners Downtown | Free

Join us for a 5K social run followed by an informative hydration talk, where you'll learn to optimize your sweat strategy and sample cutting-edge fueling products.

🚣‍♀️ Senior 55+ Learn to Row

Wednesday, September 17 | 9am-11am | Gorge Narrows Rowing Club | $180

Learn the fundamentals of rowing in this 12-session program designed for all fitness levels, offering a full-body workout and promoting overall health. Suitable for ages 55+ with no prior experience required.

🧘 Morning Yoga in the Gardens

Thursday, September 18 | 10am - 11:15am | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific | $16-$20

Flow through a hatha yoga session in the serene Bonsai garden, focusing on alignment and breath control at a steady pace suitable for all levels.

🥋 Chen Taijiquan for beginners

Thursday, September 18 | 5:45pm-6:45pm | James Bay Community School Centre | $10-$14

Discover Chen style taiji, an ancient martial art that enhances strength, balance, and inner calm. This beginner-friendly class introduces the 18-step Essentials form, along with stretching and breath work.

SEWING, PAINTING, WRITING, AND OTHER ART

Arts & Creative Events

🧶 Knitting Circle

Monday, September 15 | 6:30pm-8:30pm | UVIC Campus Garden | Free

Gather for a cozy knitting circle in the garden, possibly the last outdoor session of the season. Bring any project, fiber-related or not, and invite family members of all generations to join in the crafty fun.

🧠 Benji's Pub Quiz

Monday, September 15 | 7pm | Fernwood Inn | $13+

Test your knowledge at Benji's Pub Quiz, featuring laughs, music, and Inky Dinky's every Monday night at the Fernwood Inn.

🧵 Mending Night

Tuesday, September 16 | 5-6:30pm | 1923 Fernwood Rd. | Free

Learn to mend your favorite clothes or practice sewing skills in a collaborative community workshop. All ages and skill levels welcome, with supplies provided.

🧘 Conscious Community Circle

Wednesday, September 17 | 6:15pm-9:30pm | 1468 Stroud Road | Free

Weekly gatherings explore personal growth through embodiment, emotional connection, mindfulness, and spiritual practices. Participants engage in guided exercises and small-group discussions to foster holistic well-being and community.

🧶 Craft & Connect

Thursday, September 18 | 3pm | Luther Court Society | Free

Join a friendly community craft group to work on personal projects or experiment with new creative techniques.

🧵 Fair Trade Rug Event

Thursday, September 18 | 10am-5pm | Sidney Pier Hotel, 9805 Seaport Place | Free

Explore a diverse collection of high-quality, hand-knotted Tribal, Bokhara, and Persian rugs, ethically crafted by Bunyaad artisans, in various sizes and styles from classic to contemporary.

🎨 Inside/Out(side) Show & Sale: Opening Reception

Thursday, September 18 | 5pm-8pm | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria | Free

Experience "Inside/Out(side)," an art show featuring works by Jennifer Forberg, Ken Horn, and Dallas Segno, exploring themes of interior and exterior spaces through various mediums.

KEEP YOUR MIND FRESH

Learning & Workshops

🗳️ Kula Academy Launch: Symposium on Truth, Knowledge, & Society

Monday, September 15 | 8am | Sngequ House | $35

Engage with global thought leaders as they explore the future of democracy. Hear diverse perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing democratic societies.

📡 CCSA CONNECT2025

Monday, September 15 | 8am - September 17, 2025, 4pm | Fairmont Empress | $63

Connect with industry leaders and innovators at Canada's premier TV, internet, and telecom networking event. Explore the latest trends and technologies shaping the future of digital communication.

💃 Free Outdoor Intro Dance Class

Monday, September 15 | 5:30pm-7:30pm | Ship Point | Free

Learn salsa moves and socialize at this free outdoor dance class, part of a summer series featuring rotating dance styles each month.

🎭 Improv 201: Character and Story with Claire Pollock

Tuesday, September 16 | 6pm-9pm | Theatre SKAM | $215-$295

Explore advanced improv techniques in this character and story-focused class led by Claire Pollock. Perfect for improvisers ready to take their skills to the next level.

🧵 Mending Workshop

Tuesday, September 16 | 4pm - 7pm | Little Fernwood | Free

Learn to repair your favorite clothes or practice sewing skills in a collaborative, community-friendly environment. All skill levels welcome, with supplies and guidance provided.

🎨 Garden Lantern Dotting at the Loghouse Pub!

Tuesday, September 16 | 8:30pm | Loghouse Pub | $54

Decorate a garden lantern using an easy dotting technique at the Loghouse Pub. Enjoy drinks while creating a unique piece of art, perfect for your patio or as a gift.

🎯 Action Traction Program

Wednesday, September 17 | 7pm-9pm | 780 Blanchard st | $200 (5 sessions)

Join a 12-week goal-setting program in Victoria BC, where you'll break down your objectives, share progress in a supportive group, and overcome procrastination to achieve real results.

😄 Improv 101: Improv Foundations

Thursday, September 18 | 6pm-9pm | Theatre SKAM | $215-$295

Dive into the world of improv comedy with a four-week course taught by veteran Claire Pollock, perfect for beginners looking to learn, laugh, and boost their confidence through hilarious games and exercises.

🎨 Watercolour Painting with Richard Wong: House Finch

Thursday, September 18 | 1pm - 4pm | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific | $60

Learn to paint the House Finch in vibrant watercolors with artist Richard Wong during this relaxed 3-hour workshop. Suitable for all skill levels, especially beginners.

💼 The Roads You Build: Changing Career Paths and Seizing Opportunities

Thursday, September 18 | 4pm-7pm | The Sticky Wicket Bar & Restaurant | $0-$5

A mentorship panel featuring local experts discusses career changes and industry opportunities, followed by networking. Happy hour kicks off at 4 PM, with the panel starting at 5 PM.

🍺 Brew School - Canadian Craft Beer

Thursday, September 18 | 7-8:30pm | Vessel Liquor | $26

Sample craft beers from beyond BC's borders and explore the evolving flavors of Canada's beer scene. Expand your palate and knowledge of national brewing trends in this tasting session.

🏔️ John Baldwin presents: High Country Traverses in BC's Coast Mountains

Thursday, September 18 | 6:45pm | Gorge Park | Free

Renowned mountaineer John Baldwin shares stunning photos and stories from his latest book, showcasing 46 high routes and skyline traverses in the Coast Mountains.

SLOW FOLKY VIBES, HUGE ELECTRONIC SHOWS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

Live Music & Concerts

Monday, September 15

Tuesday, September 16

Wednesday, September 17

Thursday, September 18

Friday, September 19

Saturday, September 20

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