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This Weekend's Events

💡Block Parties, Thunderfest, and Disco Cafes

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
September 04, 2025

Hey LampPosters!

Welcome back! Congrats on making it through the first week of September!

We’re fired up for this weekend, so so much to do!!

🧺 GIANT PICNIC SEASON FINALE - September 7th @ Fernwood Community Center

🎸 SPACE JAMS BACKYARD ROCK SHOW - September 13th @ 4012 Dawnview Crescent (50 tickets sold already!)

Hope you all have a great week! Stay safe

-Simon & Jared ❤️

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MARKETS, PARADES, FESTIVALS AND OTHER AWESOME STUFF

Community Events

✴️⚡ Thunderfest

Friday, September 5 | 11:30am-3:30pm | UVIC | Free

ThunderFest kicks off the school year at UVic with live music, games, food trucks, and a chance to meet Vikes varsity teams. Grab your ThunderPass to snag a free t-shirt and enter to win prizes.

🤩 ReLove Market

Saturday, September 6 | 11am-7pm | Ship Point | Free

The ReLove market is back on the causeway! Tons of local vendors and great clothing in the harbour to be found!

✴️🎲 Board Games Zone

Saturday, September 6 | 11am-3:30pm | Mayfair Shopping Centre | $5

Enjoy classic and modern board games or tackle brain-teasing puzzles at Mayfair Shopping Centre's three-day event, all while supporting Habitat for Humanity.

👚 Clothing Swap & Shop Fundraiser

Saturday, September 6 | 10am - 3pm | 1341 Thurlow Rd | Free

Swap or shop for unique clothing pieces at the SUPPLY Clothing Swap & Shop. Bring up to 15 items to exchange, or purchase items for $5 each, with entry by donation.

🚗 Island JDM Summer Twilight Car Meet

Saturday, September 6 | 3pm-7pm | Juan de Fuca Sports Fields | Free

Gear up for the next official car meet in Victoria, where enthusiasts will showcase their top rides and one lucky winner will be crowned "Club Choice” earning exclusive swag and online recognition.

🏄‍♂️ Seek & Surf Movie Night

Saturday, September 6 | 7pm-10pm | 5871 Sooke Road | $10

Catch two short films and mingle with fellow surf enthusiasts at this season-opening movie night. Grab a beer and celebrate the start of surf season.

✴️☕ WAIRUA CAFE DISCO

Saturday, September 6 | 10am-2pm | Wairua Cafe 1040 North Park | Free

Enjoy a Saturday morning pop-up brunch featuring a specially crafted menu and live beats at WAIRUA. Savor flavorful bites and treats while grooving to tunes spun by @oilyjames

✴️🎪 The Unofficial Block Party

Saturday, September 6 | 12pm-10pm | 2546 Scott Street | Free

Local artisans showcase their wares at a quirky bazaar featuring live music, Nigerian Dwarf Goats, and unconventional activities like a clothing swap and personality contest.

🥕 PKOLS Farm & Artisan Market

Sunday, September 7 | 9:45am-1:45pm | Lambrick Park | Free

Browse fresh produce, handcrafted goods, and local treats at the PKOLS Farmer & Artisan Market in Lambrick Park every Sunday from June to September.

🌟 Otsukimi BUNNY MOON Market

Sunday, September 7 | 11am-4pm | Fernwood Community Centre | $5

Fernwood Community Centre hosts a lively picnic party featuring art workshops, live music, karaoke, a market with 70+ artists, and traditional foods. Enjoy games, photo booths, and community fun at this family-friendly event.

🍖 Esquimalt Rib Fest

Friday, September 5 | 11am-10pm | Bullen Park | Donation

Indulge in a smoky feast of ribs, live music, and food truck delights at this three-day Ribfest extravaganza, supporting local Esquimalt charities.

BALLET, COMEDY, THEATRE AND MORE!

Performing Arts

💥 OK, DOPE Game Show!

Friday, September 5 | 8pm | The Mint Restaurant | $15

Comedians battle it out in an improv-meets-game-show format, testing their quick-thinking skills through various challenges and prompts. Only one will emerge victorious in this high-energy comedic showdown.

🎭 Puppets Forsaken: The Noisebau

Friday, September 5 | 7pm | Deluge Contemporary Art | Free

Puppets Forsaken presents an immersive sculpture/sound experience, blending acoustic noise generators with audience participation to create unique, disruptive soundscapes.

💘 BLIND DATES LIVE! with Alex Forman!

Saturday, September 6 | 8pm | The Mint Restaurant | $15

Singles brave the spotlight for live blind dates while a mischievous host offers "help" from the sidelines, creating a hilariously awkward night of entertainment. Watch as romance and chaos collide in this unique dating show.

🃏 Improv Against Humanity

Saturday, September 6 | 8:30pm-9:45pm | Theatre SKAM | $25

Improv comedians bring Cards Against Humanity to life, acting out hilarious scenes based on audience members' card selections.

GET YA’ BODY MOVIN’

Sports & Athletic Events

✴️🏃‍♂️ Finlayson Arm Trail Race

Saturday + Sunday, September 6 + 7 | 7am | Goldstream Campground | Free to watch

Experience breathtaking coastal mountain trails on this challenging run through Goldstream Provincial Park, featuring old growth forests, Arbutus trees, and stunning views from multiple peaks.

🛼 Roller Skate Victoria Disco Night

Saturday, September 6 | 7pm-10pm | 1807 Hovey Rd. | $25+

Groove to vinyl beats at an outdoor Retro Roller Disco, complete with costume prizes and a roller dance demo.

🤸‍♀️ Acro & Movement Jam

Sunday, September 7 | 2pm | Willows Park | Free

Explore acro yoga, hooping, juggling, and more at the weekly Acro & Movement Jam in Willows Park. All skill levels welcome for this self-guided community event.

🌲 Tall Tree 10K

Sunday, September 7 | 10am | Elk/Beaver Lake Filter Beds | $35+

Run through majestic forests and along serene lakeside trails in the Tall Tree 10K at Elk Lake, Victoria BC. This flat and scenic route offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and running challenge.

🏀 Sunday 3x3 Basketball

Sunday, September 7 | 3pm-8pm | PISE Gymnasium | $169

Join the "Isle Wealth" Fall 2025 Sunday 3X3 League, offering inclusive basketball for women and genderqueer adults with divisions for all skill levels and a focus on community-building.

SEWING, PAINTING, WRITING, AND OTHER ART

Arts & Creative Events

🎨 Free Gallery Days at the AGGV

Saturday, September 6 | 10am-5pm | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria | Free

Explore diverse artworks and exhibitions for free at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria on the first Saturday of each month and every Thursday evening.

📚 Book Launch with Bob Joseph

Saturday, September 6 | 7pm-9pm | Victoria Conference Centre | $35

Indigenous relations expert Bob Joseph launches his new book on dismantling the Indian Act, offering insights on the transition to Indigenous self-government through a presentation and audience Q&A.

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KEEP YOUR MIND FRESH

Learning & Workshops

🌱 Saving Seeds! The Basics and Beyond

Saturday, September 6 | 1pm-3pm | Compost Education Centre | $0-$30

Discover the art of seed saving, from plant reproduction basics to harvesting and storage techniques. This hands-on workshop covers garden planning, seed collection timing, and essential processing methods.

✴️🌾 Free Demonstration Site Tour at the Compost Education Centre

Saturday, September 6 | 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Compost Education Centre | Free

Explore vibrant gardens and innovative composting systems during an eye-opening tour led by Education Director Kayla.

🏺 Clay and Foliage Workshop

Saturday, September 6 | 1pm - 4pm | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific | $70-$80

Create a unique garden-themed mug or bud vase in this hands-on clay workshop, imprinting botanical elements to capture nature's intricate textures.

🍂 Fall Viola Moss Wreath Workshop at GARDENWORKS Oak Bay

Sunday, September 7 | 1pm | GARDENWORKS Oak Bay | $55

Craft a charming viola wreath in this hands-on workshop, using moss and vibrant blooming violas to capture the essence of fall.

🐙 Salty Sundays: Linocut Printmaking Workshop

Sunday, September 7 | 2pm-4pm | Maritime Museum of BC | $30

Create a linocut print of Salish Sea animals while learning about their ecosystems in this hands-on workshop. Suitable for all ages, with carving for 10+ and pre-carved stamps for younger participants.

✍️ Shut Up and Write! Victoria

Sunday, September 7 | 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Little Gladstone Studio | Free

At Shut Up & Write! events, writers gather to focus on their projects in a structured, distraction-free environment. After brief introductions, participants engage in a dedicated writing session, followed by an optional social time.

💃 Intro to Salsa on 2 & Cuban Son

Sunday, September 7 | 5pm-6pm | Dance Victoria | $50 for 4 Sessions

Dive into the world of Salsa on 2 and Cuban Son with this four-session techniques series, perfect for dancers looking to expand their skills and integrate into diverse dance communities.

SLOW FOLKY VIBES, HUGE ELECTRONIC SHOWS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

Live Music & Concerts

Friday, September 5

Saturday, September 6

Sunday, September 7

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