The Greater Victoria Public Library is hosting free nature-themed storytime at Swan Lake! Join us for fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets for young children (aged 1-5) and their families, followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play.

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Families gather for an evening of storytelling, songs, and handicrafts, followed by a light supper in a relaxed, creative atmosphere. A free celebration where conversation, laughter, and faith come together for all ages.

Celebrate the official launch with live vinyl DJs, prizes throughout the night, and a full bar featuring beer, wine, and cocktails. $8 drink tickets include tax and tip.

Browse vendors offering sports cards, non-sport collectibles, comics, and trading card game items from brands like Upper Deck, Pokémon, Magic the Gathering, and more. Collectors can also stock up on sleeves, cases, and other supplies from top brands.

Drop off unwanted clothing at this charity drive supporting people experiencing homelessness, then test your basketball skills by dunking donation bags into "The Trunk" for a chance to win local restaurant prizes and swag.

Browse secondhand clothes at great prices and unique local art while supporting alternative education programs in East Africa that teach kids creative and sustainable skills.

Walk 2km or 5km to support Our Place Society in providing meals, shelter, and hope for people experiencing homelessness. Register solo or gather your crew to make a difference together in downtown.

Hot Girls Dance is a beginner-friendly dance class designed to help you feel confident, sassy, empowered, and connected in a welcoming, low-pressure space! This class is all about having fun, moving your body, hyping each other up, and making new friends!

Local bag makers Fender Bender Bags are setting up shop at Routine Coffee & Supply to showcase their handmade bike bags and cycling gear. Swing by to check out their collection and maybe grab something for your ride.

Dig through crates of vinyl records, CDs, and cassettes from multiple vendors at this music collector's paradise. Perfect for finding that rare album you've been hunting for.

Local vendors set up shop in the Tasting Room beneath the Breakwater for a spring market featuring handmade goods, crafts, and seasonal finds.

Experience a playful night of sauna heat, cold plunges, and genuine connection at this 2SLGBTQIA+ gathering—flow between cozy saunas and outdoor lounges while meeting new people at your own pace. Bring a friend, enjoy the Aufguss ceremonies, and opt into post-event mutual intros if you click with someone

Celebrate 31 years of salmon recovery with cocktails, dinner, and live and silent auctions supporting Pacific Salmon Foundation's conservation work. The evening kicks off with seafood appetizers, raffles, and music before dinner and the main auction.

Enter a world of plants, song, story, magic, wonder, and heart-centered delight. What if you were invited into a new paradigm of belonging? A space where you don’t have to perform. Where you don’t have to be smaller. Where your heart, your voice, your weirdness, your brilliance — all belong.

Vancouver Island's premier burlesque festival brings world-class performers from across North America for two electrifying nights of diverse, spectacular showcases featuring international headliners and local talent. Each night offers a unique lineup celebrating artists from all backgrounds and identities.

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Spend an evening with acclaimed poet Junie Désil as she reads from her latest collection allostatic load, hosted by Wayde Compton with live acoustic music by award-winning artist Caleb Hart. Free event with refreshments, book sales, and Q&A included.

Come hang, drink, and laugh at Victoria's best improv comedy at The Mint, featuring exclusive happy hour deals throughout the show.

Watch talented young performers showcase their competition routines in a special preview performance with shows at 2:00PM and 7:00PM.

Step right up, circus lovers! 🎪 Prepare to be dazzled by the imaginative, and deeply moving circus performances our community has been dreaming up this season. Featuring aerials, acrobatics, juggling, and playful chaos. Suitable for adventurous humans of all ages!

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Every Saturday, catch top comics from across Canada and beyond performing live stand-up. Shows run early (doors 5:30pm) and late (doors 9pm).

If you love theatre, musicals, comedy and improv, you won't want to miss this show! Improv: The Musical is a 100% improvised musical theatre experience with songs, stories and characters made up entirely on the spot, based on audience suggestions. No scripts. No safety net.

Award-winning comedians take the stage for an evening of standup, character work, and musical acts featuring nine talented performers in an inclusive, LGBTQ+ positive space. Expect uncensored adult content, surprise prizes, and the option to grab pub food before the show starts.

The acclaimed Viano Quartet performs an afternoon of chamber music spanning Haydn to Shostakovich, bringing their award-winning artistry and precision to classics and modern works alike.

Experience a choral journey through the beauty and strangeness of dreams, featuring Whitacre's Leonardo Dreams of His Flying Machine and Britten's Hymn to St. Cecelia alongside works by Tallis, Elgar, Tavener, and Balfour. From flying machines to dragons and mythical visions, discover how dreams take on eclectic, spiritual, and mysteriously colorful forms.

Share real-life stories about discovery at this adult storytelling open mic where anyone can compete for best tale of the night, or stay seated and submit anonymous confessions through the FKBUCKET. Hosted by award-winning storyteller DD Brassiere in a supportive, inclusive space.

The Victoria Royals take on the Portland Winterhawks on Friday, February 27th at 7:05 PM! A huge matchup to determine playoff positioning as both teams look to secure a spot in the playoffs.

IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THIS. Your UVic Vikes take on their rivals the UBC Thunderbirds in a winner takes all Canada West Final. Bring the Thunder! Limited number of door tickets available.

Join a high-energy spin class at SPINCO Oak Bay where proceeds support traumatic brain injury rehabilitation research through a holistic, science-based approach. Get your sweat on while making a difference in brain health.

The Victoria Royals take on the Portland Winterhawks on Saturday, February 28th at 4:05 PM for our PINK IN THE RINK Theme Night! We are working with multiple different groups on the island including the Canadian Cancer Society, Vancouver Island Cancer lodge, and the Island Breastrokers to make the night impactful and raise funds for multiple different organizations.

Dance to high-energy Bollywood and Bhangra tracks in this fun fitness class led by BollyX CEO Shahil Patel. All experience levels welcome, no dance background needed.

A 5-round chess qualifier for grades K-12 where top finishers advance to the Provincial BC Chess Challenge, featuring CFC and CMA ratings with plaques for division winners and ribbons for top finishers.

Learn to weave a beautiful splint basket with diamond twill pattern and side handles in this hands-on day workshop with instructor Joan Carrigan, perfect for beginners and experienced weavers alike.

Award-winning poet D.M. Bradford reads from their acclaimed works, including "Dream of No One but Myself" and "Bottom Rail on Top," with an open mic opportunity before the main reading. Bradford is a Shadbolt Fellow and translator currently based in Montreal.

Create your own mini ecosystem in a hands-on terrarium workshop—just bring a glass vessel (up to 6" diameter) and learn planting techniques plus care tips to keep your creation thriving.

Spend a cozy winter evening creating art in a welcoming studio where you can paint, draw, or collage while connecting with others and unwinding from daily stress. All materials and guidance provided—no experience necessary.

A tribute to conceptual artist Kelly Mark featuring her iconic Glow House installation, illuminated nightly from dusk to midnight. This simultaneous presentation across nine Canadian cities honors her legacy one year after her passing.

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Paint a peaceful night-sky scene at The Bent Mast Pub with step-by-step guidance perfect for any skill level. All supplies included, and you can enjoy food and drinks while you create.

Poet and translator Darby Minott Bradford shares work from their collections exploring identity and place, plus their latest translation of Louise Marois's Ring of Dust.

Learn the essentials of filing taxes as an artist with CPA Jen Braem, covering creative-specific deductions, GST rules, and how to handle CRA inquiries. Leave feeling confident about your tax obligations with time for your questions.

Hand-build your own fern-imprinted ceramic garden pot or vase across two sessions—sculpt and shape in part one, then paint and glaze in part two. All materials provided, and your finished piece will be kiln-fired and ready for pickup within a week.

Browse handcrafted ceramics from Stay Awhile Ceramics, a local artist creating unique pieces with personality. Shop Megan's work alongside sustainable clothing at this cozy pop-up.

Spend an afternoon gathering inspiration from the garden, then learn to paint your botanical finds onto hand-thrown pottery using ceramic underglazes. Perfect for beginners and experienced painters alike—your finished piece will be glazed and ready for pickup in 2-3 weeks.

Ben Rabidoux breaks down Canada's housing market, interest rates, and economic trends with data-driven insights that cut through the noise. Expect straight talk on what's actually happening in BC's diverging markets and what it means for your business decisions heading into 2026.

Dr. Charis Kamphuis from the Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide explores how industrial resource extraction harms Latin American communities and what Canadians can do to support indigenous groups defending their land. The talk covers legal challenges, environmental impacts, and practical ways to help affected communities.

Learn the essential seeding techniques and seasonal garden care practices through hands-on experience, including greenhouse tours and group seeding activities that cover everything from starting seeds indoors to managing pests and diseases. Master the fundamentals of growing plants from seed while exploring companion planting, transplanting, and year-round garden maintenance.

A free 4-week workshop series where older adults learn tech skills and online safety strategies in a small group setting. Each session wraps up with time to socialize and connect.

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Learn hands-on bike maintenance and repair at your own pace, from fixing flats to rebuilding drive trains—all with access to new and used parts. Classes are personalized to work on your specific bike's needs, with experienced instructors guiding you through every step

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Master winter pruning techniques for apple and pear trees, learning when and where to cut, plus how to train young trees and care for older ones. This hands-on workshop demystifies espalier, undercuts, and proper pruning methods to build your confidence with your own fruit trees.

Meet staff and current volunteers to explore opportunities across Education Outreach, Birthday Parties, Guest Services, Gift Store, Social Media, IT, and more. Bring your resume and find your perfect volunteer role for Spring and Summer.

Learn to identify 20 climate-appropriate plants each month through classroom instruction and hands-on garden tours, perfect for new gardeners or anyone wanting to expand their local plant knowledge. Class includes all-day garden admission.

12-WEEK FUN ACCOUNTABILITY PROGRAM THAT MOTIVATES YOU TO GET MOVING ON YOUR GOALS. FOR ARTISTS, ENTREPRENEURS, WRITERS, AND CREATIVES OF ALL TYPES ! FAST TRACK your creative journey.

Learn a simple acupressure sequence with a partner to release tension, decrease pain, and relieve stress. Perfect for addressing neck pain, tight shoulders, and teeth grinding through safe, easy-to-learn techniques.

Join a communal hot pot dinner celebrating Lunar New Year with seasonal ingredients inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine. Each ticket includes a handmade ceramic bowl to take home.

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Travel through four distinct green teas from around the world while learning their unique stories, production methods, and health benefits from a certified tea sommelier. You'll taste, compare, and take home notes plus a sample of your favorite tea.

Sing and dance along to songs from all genres while competing for prizes in this interactive music bingo game. Games kick off at 7pm.

Play indoor minigolf at a historic Victoria lodge while supporting Ukraine—drop in anytime from noon to 4pm ($10) or compete in the evening tournament with music, prizes, and snacks ($15).

Come meet new friends and show off those skills you've always talked about in a fun night packed with great energy and good vibes.

Meet local singles face-to-face in a relaxed setting where you'll have quick, fun conversations with potential matches in your age group. It's an easy way to see if there's a spark without the pressure of traditional dating

A pre-game hackathon meets hockey night, bringing together Victoria's tech community for hands-on innovation before cheering on the Royals. Connect with local professionals, students, and companies while celebrating the region's $7.9 billion tech sector.