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This Weekend's Events

💡Halloween Markets, Stilt Walking and Marathons!

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
October 09, 2025

Hey LampPosters!

Here we are again! That fall air is coming in! Good luck to everyone racing this weekend!

We’ve just launched our 🍻 Oktoberfest Pottery Trading 🍻 Event with Kobo Collective on the 24th!

We’re also having our 🎃 SPOOKY OOKY PUB CRAWL 🎃 on Halloween day! Get your tickets for the best party in town! Club Entry is included!🍻

Hope you all have a great week! Stay safe

-Simon & Jared ❤️

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FEATURED

Join Island Savings at the Royal Victoria Marathon!

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend with Island Savings. Visit our Expo mural at Crystal Gardens and help support The Full Cupboard on Friday, enjoy swag and contests at our 5K event at Willows Beach on Saturday. On Sunday, you can feel the energy of our cheer zone at Mile Zero and along Dallas Road!

Whether you're running or cheering, there's something for everyone—including chances to win amazing prizes including gift cards and tote bags! Discover how Island Savings supports local causes and helps busy lifestyles bank smarter. We hope to see you there!

MARKETS, PARADES, FESTIVALS AND OTHER AWESOME STUFF

Community Events

✴️🏃‍♀️ Royal Victoria Marathon

Saturday + Sunday, October 11 + 12 | 9am / 7am | Willows Park | Free

Experience the scenic streets of Victoria in one of Canada's largest and most beautiful marathons, with distances for all levels of runners and walkers.

🎪 RVM Expo

Friday + Saturday, October 10 + 11| 11am-6pm / 9am-6pm | Crystal Garden | Free

Stop by our booth at the Expo in Crystal Gardens on Friday and Saturday for last-minute RVM support and friendly chat.

🍎 Apple Harvest Festival

Saturday, October 11 | 10am-2am | Ross Bay Villa Historic House Museum | Free

Celebrate the harvest season at Ross Bay Villa's Apple Harvest Festival, featuring apple treats, tea in heritage gardens, house tours, and a charming gift shop with local delicacies.

👻 Halloween Market on Oak Bay Ave

Saturday, October 11 | 2039 Oak Bay Ave | Free

Browse vintage treasures and Halloween-themed goods at this free outdoor market featuring 14 vendors selling retro clothing, toys, housewares, and more. Costumes encouraged!

👚 Adele’s Vintage Variety & Friends

Saturday, October 11 | 11am-4pm | Little Fernwood | Free

Browse vintage clothing, eclectic jewelry, handmade pottery, and unique kitchen gadgets at this artisan sale. Discover one-of-a-kind treasures and locally crafted items.

✴️🎃 Crafts from the Crypt Fair

Saturday + Sunday, October 11 + 12 | 11am-4pm | Highland Pacific Golf Course | $5

Experience spooky thrills at the annual Halloween fair, with free entry for those who choose eco-friendly transportation to the event.

🍎 October Orchard Market

Sunday, October 12 | 11am-5pm | Junction Orchard & Cidery | Free

Browse market booths from local vendors and makers while enjoying cider, pizza, and other treats at Junction Cidery's seasonal celebration. Shop from resident small businesses and experience the best of the community.

BALLET, COMEDY, THEATRE AND MORE!

Performing Arts

✴️🎤 STAND-UP COMEDY Live at The Mint!

Friday, October 10 | 8pm | The Mint | $20-$25

Catch a night of killer stand-up comedy at The Mint, featuring top Canadian pros, up-and-coming amateurs, and surprise guest appearances.

🎭 Improv Comedy with Musical Guest

Friday, October 10 | 7pm-10pm | 203-734 aldebury street | $12

Enjoy a unique blend of improv comedy and live music, where performers create hilarious scenes inspired by the musical guest's tunes. This one-of-a-kind show combines spontaneous humor with live musical performances.

💃 Universal Horrors

Friday + Saturday, October 10 + 11 | 7:30pm / 7:30pm / 9:30pm | Intrepid Theatre | $25+

Experience classic horror movie moments reimagined through innovative contemporary dance as Broken Rhythms brings iconic monsters to life on stage in a captivating and nostalgic performance.

👑 Served Up! 3 year anniversary

Saturday, October 11 | 12pm-3pm | Brass Monkey Brewery | $15-$20

Celebrate the 3-year anniversary of Served Up!, an all-ages drag lunch featuring local artists at Brass Monkey Brewing Co. Expect joy, cultural expression, and absolute clownery as performers entertain with their unique drag artistry.

✴️🪃 Harold Night

Saturday, October 11 | 8:30pm-9:45pm | TheatreSKAM (849 Fort Street) | $25

Experience the thrill of long-form improv comedy at Garden City Improv's Harold Night, where Victoria's funniest improvisers create hilarious characters and intertwined stories from a single audience suggestion.

💥 Hecklers Presents: Chris Gordon

Saturday, October 11 | 7pm / 10pm | Hecklers Bar and Grill | $22

Catch top comedians from Canada and beyond at Hecklers' Saturday night shows, with early and late options available. Arrive 30 minutes before showtime to secure your spot.

🎤 Dustin Searcy & Friends LIVE in Victoria

Sunday, October 12 | 8-9:30pm | Ollie Quinn | $20

Pop-up comedy show featuring Dustin Searcy and local comics at Ollie Quinn eyewear store. Expect uncensored laughs in an unconventional venue.

✴️🎪 Stilt Walking Workshop

Sunday, October 12 | 3:30pm-5pm | Island Circus Space | Free

Learn the essentials of stilt walking in this four-week workshop series, including how to walk confidently, fall safely, and support others as you rise above the ground.

Dear community,

I’m hosting a raffle for my upcoming top surgery to help cover the additional procedure cost and recovery. There are 12 prize amazing bundles to be won featuring local artists you may recognize! Click the link to find out how to enter !

Thanks so much! -PJ

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GET YA’ BODY MOVIN’

Sports & Athletic Events

🏒 Goals of Giving: Victoria Royals

Friday, October 10 | 7:05pm-10:05pm | Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre | $21

Watch the Victoria Royals face off against the Everett Silvertips in an exciting hockey match with a charitable twist. The Goals of Giving Theme Night features philanthropic donations and a special 50/50 draw for charity.

🏒 Marty's Birthday: Victoria Royals

Saturday, October 11 | 4:05pm-7:05pm | Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre | $21

Catch the Victoria Royals vs Everett Silvertips game and join Marty the Marmot's birthday bash with mascots and kid-friendly activities.

✴️🏃‍♀️ RVM Sunset Shakeout Run

Saturday, October 11 | 5pm | Mile 0 Monument | Free

Enjoy a scenic 5km sunset run along the ocean, perfect for a pre-marathon warm-up or a casual evening jog with fellow runners.

🧘‍♀️ Acro Foundations Series

Saturday, October 11 | 6pm-7pm | Island Circus Space | Free

Learn the fundamentals of Acro Yoga in this 4-week progressive series, covering flying, basing, and spotting techniques to practice safely and successfully.

🏃‍♀️ RVM Cheer party

Saturday, October 11 | 5pm-8:37pm | 897 Oliver st, Victoria BC | Free

Craft colorful signs to support RVM runners while enjoying a potluck pizza party. Join fellow enthusiasts in cheering on racers throughout the weekend.

🏀 Vikes MBB vs Seattle Mountaineers

Saturday, October 11 | 2pm-4:30pm | CARSA Performance Gym | $10

Catch the reigning USports National Champions, Vikes Basketball, as they face off against the Seattle Mountaineers in an exciting matchup.

✴️⚽ Vikes Men's Soccer vs UBC

Saturday, October 11 | 1:30pm-3:30pm | Centennial Stadium | $10

The No. 5 Vikes Men's Soccer team faces off against the No. 1 UBC Thunderbirds in their season finale at Centennial Stadium. This top-10 showdown doubles as a celebration for graduating student-athletes.

👟 Frontrunner Shakeout Run

Saturday, October 11 | 8am-9am | Front Runners Downtown | Free

Join a 4km shakeout run with On, featuring a visit to the Terry Fox statue on Dallas Rd to celebrate the 45th year of RVM. Enjoy demo shoes, treats, and coffee while connecting with fellow runners.

🧘‍♀️ Gather & Ground: Yoga + Community Gathering

Sunday, October 12 | 10am | Little Fernwood | Free

Experience a morning of yoga, community connection, and gratitude with separate sessions for adults and kids, followed by snacks, crafts, and a breathwork circle.

🚲 Cranksgiving 2025

Sunday, October 12 | 1pm-4pm | Fernwood Square | $20 on Non-Perishable Food Items

Join the Cranksgiving alley cat race and food drive, combining cycling with charity as riders collect non-perishable items while competing for prizes.

☕ Handstands & Coffee

Sunday, October 12 | 12:10pm-2pm | Island Circus Space | $140

Dive into a two-hour handstand workshop, combining skill refinement and endurance building with a pre-class espresso boost.

🏃‍♀️ FSRC After-Party

Sunday, October 12 | 4pm | Whistle Buoy | Free

Quench your post-marathon thirst at Whistlebuoy Brewing, where runners and volunteers can unwind with drinks and food at 4 PM on race day.

SEWING, PAINTING, WRITING, AND OTHER ART

Arts & Creative Events

🏠 Open House at 780 Blanshard!!

Saturday, October 11 | 2pm-8pm | 780 Blanshard | Free

Explore 80+ artists' studios, new gallery exhibitions, and live performances at the vibrant 780 Blanshard arts hub open house. This family-friendly event showcases Victoria's largest creative space in an iconic Art Deco building.

✴️🚲 Bike Trivia Night

Saturday, October 11 | 7:30pm-9:30pm | Eagles Hall • 891 Esquimalt Rd | 15

Test your cycling knowledge at Capital Bike's Esquimalt Local Committee Bike Trivia Night, featuring bike-themed brain teasers, prizes, and a chance to socialize with fellow riders.

🤠 Country Barn Dance at Langtry Walk

Saturday, October 11 | 7pm-11pm | 1872 Stellys Cross Rd | $33

Boot-scootin' country hits fill the Grand Hall at Langtry Walk as The Rob Curtis Band teams up with Cassandra Smith for a night of dancing and classic tunes. This vintage barn venue sets the perfect scene for a countrified hootenanny.

🎨 UNUM: Simplicity. Complexity. Emergence.

Saturday, October 11 | 11am-5pm | Gage Gallery Arts Collective | Free

Stefan Lehmann's UNUM exhibition at Gage Gallery explores the interplay between simplicity and complexity through new paintings, prints, and drawings. The show invites viewers to contemplate the relationship between individual elements and the whole in art.

🌿Creative Care for Eco Anxiety: A Choral Collage Workshop

Sunday, October 12 | 11am-2pm | The Horticulture Centre of the Pacific | Free

Transform eco-anxiety through expressive arts in this workshop featuring vocal expression, nature practices, and a group choral collage. Explore creativity and connection while tending to environmental concerns.

KEEP YOUR MIND FRESH

Learning & Workshops

🍫 Chocolate Masterclass - Madison's Top Bars of 2025

Saturday, October 11 | 1pm | The Chocolate Project | $10

Taste award-winning milk and dark chocolates with International Chocolate Judge Madison Ashton, exploring unique flavors and learning expert evaluation techniques. Discover insights from Madison's recent research on a Belizean cacao farm.

🧶 Building a Creative Care Practice: Wrapping

Sunday, October 12 | 108-561 Johnson St. | $50

Explore therapeutic art-making through wrapping techniques in this relaxing workshop, focusing on sensory experiences and building a creative care practice.

✴️🍃 Floral Clay Jewellery

Sunday, October 12 | 1pm-3pm | Gardens at HCP | $85-$95

Create delicate white stoneware jewelry beads using natural textures in this hands-on workshop, where you'll craft a pendant and earrings with intricate patterns highlighted by liquid underglaze.

🎃 Autumn Harvest Pumpkin Planter Workshop at GARDENWORKS Oak Bay

Sunday, October 12 | 1pm-2pm | GARDENWORKS Oak Bay | $56

Create a colorful fall pumpkin planter with seasonal flowers and plants in this hands-on workshop, guided by experts who'll share tips to keep your creation fresh.

BREATHE IN THE FRESH AIR

Outdoor Events

👻 Haunted Walk – Guided Tour in French

Friday, October 10 | 6-7pm | 1218 Langley St | $10-$15

Explore Victoria's dark history on a French-language ghost walk, led by storyteller Daniel Parent. This hour-long journey through mysterious alleys blends chilling tales with local lore.

✴️🏄‍♂️ Thanksgiving Surf and Turkey

Saturday, October 11 | 7am-11:59pm | Sombrio Beach | Free

Enjoy a unique Thanksgiving weekend at Sombrio Beach with sunset surfing, waterfall exploring, and a beachside turkey dinner. Camp under the stars and share in a potluck-style feast with fellow adventurers.

TASTE THE ISLAND

Foodie Events

🍽️ Fairfield Community Dinner

Friday, October 10 | 6-7:30pm | Fairfield Community Center | $8

Enjoy a monthly community dinner featuring home-cooked meals like lasagna, with vegetarian options available, in a welcoming atmosphere for all.

🏃 Victoria Marathon Fuel Up Dinner

Saturday, October 11 | 6pm | Hotel Grand Pacific | $90

Join Darrell Fox, brother of Terry Fox, for an inspiring pre-race dinner as he shares insights into the Marathon of Hope and its enduring legacy.

CONNECT WITH PEOPLE LOOKING TO GROW THEIR CAREER

Tech & Networking

💼 Startup Mixer : Founders X Investors

Friday, October 10 | 5pm | Serious Coffee Esquimalt | $23

Founders and investors gather to exchange ideas and spark collaborations at this networking event. Spontaneous connections and meaningful conversations are at the heart of this opportunity-rich gathering.

🌍 Entering New Markets & Export Strategies

Friday, October 10 | 10am | VIATEC | Contact Rob

Explore international expansion strategies with expert Fatima Rasheed and fellow CEOs at this breakfast roundtable, focusing on market entry, common pitfalls, and peer-tested tactics for global growth.

SLOW FOLKY VIBES, HUGE ELECTRONIC SHOWS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

Live Music & Concerts

Friday, October 10

Saturday, October 11

✴️▶️ Mama's Dance Party | 90s / 00s | 6pm | Gary Oaks Room, Fairfield Gonzales Community Association | $5 | Tickets & Info

Sunday, October 12

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