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This Weekend's Events

💡Bike Raves, Block Parties, and Gardening Workshops

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
August 14, 2025

Hey LampPosters!

🍻 We’re excited to host our OOOGLE BOOGLE PUB CRAWL tomorrow, Friday, August 15th!

3 bar stops, new people, and a helluva good time! (An expected 100+ people)

Get your tickets HERE (Tickets go to $20 tonight)

🥳 Catch us and the BEER BUS at Langford Station on Friday and at the Party for FUNds on Saturday!

See you this weekend ;)

Hope you all have a great week! Stay safe

-Simon & Jared ❤️

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MARKETS, PARADES, FESTIVALS AND OTHER AWESOME STUFF

Community Events

✴️🍻 Oogle Boogle Pub Crawl

⭐LAMPPOST EVENT ⭐

Friday, August 15 | 7pm-12am | Various | $15-$20

Join a lively pub crawl through downtown, visiting three secret locations with drink deals before meeting up with other groups for a night at the club.

🧑‍🌾 Market Square Farmer’s Markets

Friday, August 15 | 4pm-8pm | Market Square | Free

Discover local flavors and fresh produce at the Farmer's Market in Market Square, happening select Fridays throughout summer. Browse stalls filled with farm-fresh goods and artisanal products from local vendors.

🚂 Friday's at the Station

Friday, August 15 | 4pm-8pm | 720 Station Ave. | Free

Experience live music, local food, and artisan goods at Friday's at the Station, a weekly summer event featuring a farm-to-table market and family activities.

🌱 VegFest Victoria

Saturday, August 16 | 11am-5pm | Ship Point | Donation

Positively Vegan hosts vibrant VegFests and community events across British Columbia, celebrating plant-based living with local vendors, inspiring speakers, and delicious vegan eats.

👚 Thrift with purpose, Second Hand Hope Pop-Up at Market Square

Saturday, August 16 | 10am | Market Square | Free

Browse unique secondhand treasures in downtown while supporting a good cause with Second Hand Hope's pop-up thrift event.

🎪 Mayfair Mall Summer Block Party

Saturday, August 16 | 11am-5pm | Mayfair Mall Rooftop | Free

Celebrate summer at Mayfair Mall's rooftop block party, featuring local vendors, live DJs, family-friendly activities, and a 360° camera experience.

✴️🏳️‍⚧️ TransFest

Saturday, August 16 | 3pm - Late | PKOLS (Mt. Douglas Park) | Free

TransFest celebrates Trans+ life with a vibrant variety stage show and community gathering. This free festival brings together local organizers and volunteers to embrace diversity and strengthen connections within the 2STGD community.

🎸 Wheelies Parking Lot Party

Saturday, August 16 | 5pm | Wheelies Motorcycles | $30-$40

Catch a lineup of local country artists performing live at the Wheelies parking lot for a summer evening shaker. This one-night-only event features Brother Bob Sumner, Elliot C Way, Chance Lovett Band, Ben Arsenault, and Mercy.

✴️🫏 Boomtown Block Party

Saturday, August 16 | 12pm-5pm | Boomtown | Free

A lively block party featuring skateboarding, vintage shopping, tattoos, and a best-dressed dog contest. Enjoy drinks and great food while soaking up the festive atmosphere.

✴️🎉 Party for FUNds

⭐SUPPORTED BY LAMPPOST⭐

Saturday, August 16 | 4pm-9:30pm | Centennial Square | Free

Celebrate after the Run for FUNds with live music and good company, supporting the Heiltsuk campaign. Open to all runners, walkers, and supporters.

👚 Fun Time Market

Saturday, August 16 | 11am-6pm | Tillicum Mall | Free

Pop-up market featuring clothing vendors from across B.C., now located on the upper floor of Tillicum Mall near Winners. Browse amazing deals on men's and women's fashion while enjoying music and giveaways.

✴️🚲 Victoria Bike Rave

Saturday, August 16 | 7pm-10pm | Downtown (Location TBA) | Free

Experience WHEEL UP, a unique bike rave through Victoria's streets with live DJs, followed by an energetic afterparty featuring face-to-face DJ battles at Capital Ballroom.

🐾 Day of the Dog

Sunday, August 17 | 12pm-4pm | Galey Farms | Free

The Day of the Dog returns to Victoria with a new location on Oak Bay Ave, featuring dog races, a pool party, fashion show, and more canine-centric activities. Join the free, pet-friendly event on August 17th for North America's largest party for dogs and their people.

BALLET, COMEDY, THEATRE AND MORE!

Performing Arts

🌙 Sisiyutł & The Balance Between Dark & Light: A Kwakwaka’wakw Cabaret

Friday, August 15 | 30pm-9pm | 510 Fort Street | Donation

Experience a captivating showcase of urban Indigenous Kwak'wak'wakw artists exploring themes of balance through music, storytelling, and performance. This unique variety show features emerging talents sharing songs of love, resistance, and cultural resilience.

🤣 Faris Hytiaa

Friday, August 15 | 8pm | The Mint | $15-$20

Catch a night of killer stand-up comedy featuring Canada's top pros and rising stars at The Mint. Expect laughs, surprises, and special guest appearances.

🎤 Hecklers Presents: Dale Ward and Matt Foster

Saturday, August 16 | 8pm | Hecklers Bar & Grill | $22

Catch top-notch comedy acts from Canada and beyond at Hecklers' weekly Saturday night showcase. Doors open at 6:30 pm, with the laughs kicking off around 7:30 pm.

✴️🌿 New Earth Bandits 2

Saturday + Sunday , August 16 + 17 | 6:30pm | Macauley Point Park | $20-$40

"New Earth Bandits 2" invites you to explore a fantastical future Earth through an immersive outdoor theatrical experience, featuring puppetry, music, and interactive performances scattered throughout Macaulay Point Park.

💃 Salsa Sunset Latin Party

Saturday, August 16 | 8pm-12am | Ukrainian Cultural Centre | $15

Dance the night away to Latin rhythms at the Salsa Sunset Latin Party, featuring an intro class and social dancing against a backdrop of tropical vibes and stunning sunset views.

✴️🎭 The Strange Hour

Saturday, August 16 | 11am-1pm | Theatre SKAM | $15-$35

Experience an eclectic mix of performances at The Strange Hour, a brunch variety show featuring drag, dance, stand-up, and quirky experts. Sip on Driftwood Brewery drinks while enjoying this unconventional Sunday entertainment.

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GET YA’ BODY MOVIN’

Sports & Athletic Events

✴️⚽ Pacific FC vs HFX Wanderers - Dog Days of Summer

Saturday, August 16 | 3pm | Starlight Stadium | $29+

Celebrate the Dog Days of Summer with Pacific FC as they take on HFX Wanderers. Enjoy $6 beers, $2 hot dogs, and bring your furry friends for a special canine-themed soccer match.

💪 Outdoor Bodyweight Bootcamp

Saturday, August 16 | 10:15pm-11:15pm | Kiwanis Playground at Henderson | Free

Outdoor Bodyweight Bootcamp classes offered every Saturday in July and August at Kiwanis Playground Park, suitable for all fitness levels.

🏃‍♀️ Run for FUNds Race

Saturday, August 16 | 8:30am | Elk Lake | Donation

Join a community fundraiser run supporting RAVEN and the Heiltsuk Nation's legal battle for environmental justice and Indigenous rights.

🥊 UFC 319

Saturday, August 16 | 8pm | Wicket Hall | $8

Watch Sean O'Malley defend his bantamweight title against Merab Dvalishvili at Wicket Hall's UFC 319 viewing party, featuring a night of fights, food, and electric atmosphere.

🧘 Pacific Rim Community Wellness Event

Saturday, August 16 | 11am-2pm | Market Square | Free

Experience yoga, wellness gifts, craft vendors, and healthy snacks at the Pacific Rim College Wellness Community Event. A bike valet service will also be available for attendees.

✴️🚴 Tour de Victoria

Saturday, August 16 | 7am | Throughout Victoria | $30-$50

Pedal through scenic Victoria in this cycling event that supports national and global cycling initiatives. Choose from multiple route options to match your skill level.

✴️🛼 Eves of Destruction Roller Derby

Saturday, August 16 | 5pm-9pm | Archie Browning Sports Centre | $15-$25

The Calamity Cup Season Finale features two intense roller derby matches, including a championship bout between the Daisy Pushers and Margarita Villains. Expect high-energy action, colorful outfits, and a lively atmosphere suitable for all ages.

💪 Move & Mingle

Saturday, August 16 | 9am | PVolve | $50

Experience a rooftop Strength + Sculpt class, enjoy refreshments, and explore a curated vendor market at this wellness event by Pvolve Victoria.

🤸‍♂️Acro & Movement Jam

Sunday, August 17 | 2pm | Willows Park | Free

Experience a diverse movement jam at Willows Park, featuring acro yoga, hooping, juggling, and more. All skill levels welcome for this self-guided exploration of various flow arts.

SEWING, PAINTING, WRITING, AND OTHER ART

Arts & Creative Events

✂️ Sundew Collage Party

Friday, August 15 | 4pm-7pm | UVIC SUB | Free

Craft a unique issue of Sundew magazine through collaging in the SUB basement. Drop in anytime between 4 and 7 to contribute your creative touch.

🎬 Free B Film Festival Weekend 2

Friday, August 15 | 9pm | Cameron Bandshell | Free

Enjoy classic B-movies and nostalgic cinema under the stars at Free-B Film Night. Bring a blanket and settle in for a summer evening of free outdoor entertainment.

🎬 Free B Film Festival Weekend 2.2

Saturday, August 16 | 9pm | Cameron Bandshell | Free

Enjoy classic B-movies and nostalgic cinema under the stars at the Free-B Film Festival. Spread out your blanket and experience the magic of outdoor movie nights in the park.

🔭 Star Party at the Observatory

Saturday, August 16 | 7:30pm | Centre of the Universe Victoria | Donation

Explore the cosmos at the Centre of the Universe, featuring the historic Plaskett telescope, planetarium shows, and virtual reality experiences. Star Parties offer both kid-friendly and general programming, including tours and presentations for all ages.

✴️🔧 Repair Cafe

Saturday, August 16 | 10am-1pm | Deep Cove Elementary School | Free

Repair Café North Saanich offers free fixing services for broken household items, from lamps to bikes, helping residents reduce waste and learn repair skills. Local volunteers share their expertise in this community-driven initiative.

KEEP YOUR MIND FRESH

Learning & Workshops

✴️🍎 Summer Fruit Tree Pruning

Saturday, August 16 | 1pm-3pm | Compost Education Centre | $0-$30

Discover the art of summer pruning for fruit trees and vines in this hands-on workshop. Come prepared for indoor or outdoor learning, rain or shine.

🐞 Guerrilla Gardening: Seed Bombs + Habitat Restoration

Saturday, August 16 | 11am | Island View Farm & Mini Golf | $21

A crazy and fun way of restoring the natural habitat! Do something different and blow up your garden with flowers!

✴️🐝 Pollinator Habitat Workshop

Sunday, August 17 | 11am - 1pm | Island View Farm & Mini Golf | $47

Craft a mason bee house or bug hotel and discover tips for attracting pollinators at Island View Farm & Mini Golf. This hands-on workshop combines creativity with practical gardening knowledge.

🪲 Balancing and Understanding Farm Insect Ecologies

Sunday, August 17 | 1pm | Haliburton Farm | $12

Explore farm insect ecologies with biologist Bonnie Zand in this informative presentation at the Haliburton Farm House. Learn how to balance and understand the crucial role of insects in agricultural ecosystems.

✍️ Tales in Tiny Packages

Sunday, August 17 | 1pm-3pm | Little Gladstone Studio | $30

Dive into the world of micro-fiction in this hands-on workshop, where you'll craft tiny tales and explore creative ways to present your miniature masterpieces.

SLOW FOLKY VIBES, HUGE ELECTRONIC SHOWS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

Live Music & Concerts

Friday, August 15

Saturday, August 16

▶️ RAP CITY - Hip Hop Night | Rap | 10pm | Lucky Bar | $12 | Tickets & Info

Sunday, August 17

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