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This Weekend's Events

💡Soul Club,, Gem Shows and Contra Dancing!

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
October 16, 2025

Hey LampPosters!

We hope you’re having a great week so far! Lots of great events this weekend to attend!

Don’t forget about our own LampPost Events coming up:

🏺 OKTOBERFEST POTTERY TRADING - October 24th, 4-8pm, 615 David St.
- This is in collaboration with our friends at Kobo Collective where we keep the beer truck. There will be pretzels, beer and vendors selling pottery!
🍻 SPOOKY OOKY PUB CRAWL - October 31st, 6pm, Downtown
- On Halloween, Get your tickets for the best party in town! Club Entry is included and we’ll be party hopping like crazy!!

Hope you all have a great week! Stay safe

-Simon & Jared ❤️

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MARKETS, PARADES, FESTIVALS AND OTHER AWESOME STUFF

Community Events

🧩 Caffe Fantastico Unplugged

Friday, October 17 | 6:30pm-9pm | 965 Kings Rd at Quadra | $5

Unplug and connect at this cozy gathering featuring Scrabble, crafts, games, and conversation at Caffe Fantastico Quadra Village. Enjoy a screen-free evening with hot beverages, appetizers, and genuine interactions.

✴️ 📔 Avant Gala

Friday, October 17 | 6pm-11pm | 777 Fort St | $5

Celebrate the launch of Mouseion, a local arts and culture zine, at Avant Gala with local vendors and live music from Grace Period, Trackmeet, and Underground.

✴️ 🌊 Cold Beach Club: Victoria – Presented by Matchstick x The Lab

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 8-10pm | The Lab Victoria| $33

A candid panel discussion about building businesses without burning out, featuring founder conversations on resisting hustle culture while creating something meaningful. Enjoy non-alcoholic drinks, exclusive merch, and connect with people rethinking how work fits into life.

🎃 Harvest Festival

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 2pm-6pm |UVIC Campus Garden| Free

Celebrate the season with pumpkin carving, festive food and drinks at this cozy potluck gathering. Bring a dish to share if you can, plus your own plate and cutlery.

🎨 Meeting for Artist Parents and Caregivers

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 10am-12pm |Open Space 510 Fort St.| Free

Artist parents and caregivers can connect while kids play with on-site childcare available. Late arrivals, noise, and chaos are all welcome—this is a judgment-free zone for creative parents.

🌱 Climate Action Launch Party

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 1335 Thurlow Rd |Fai| Free

Join the relaunch of our Climate Action Group to brainstorm neighbourhood-level solutions and set priorities together. Snacks, childminding, and kids activities provided.

🦋 Biodiversity Celebration

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 1pm-4pm | Royal Roads University | Free

Explore interactive displays, join guided nature walks, and learn about local conservation efforts at this free celebration on the stunning Royal Roads campus. Choose from specialty walks covering birds, iNaturalist biodiversity tracking, or lichen identification, plus talks on regional biodiversity planning.

🎬 Victoria International Jewish Film Festival

All Weekend | See Times | Vic Theatre| $0

The 11th annual Victoria International Jewish Film Festival brings seven film events celebrating Jewish culture and stories to audiences of all backgrounds. Experience movies, music, special guests, and snacks across six exciting days

🌻 Moss St. Market

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 10am-2pm |1330 Fairfield Rd. | Free

Browse 30+ local organic farmers and 120+ artisans while enjoying live music, hot lunches, and local treats at Victoria's premier year-round farmers market. From fresh produce to handcrafted goods, coffee to kombucha, there's something for everyone.

✴️ 🍺 Oktoberfest Potluck

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 5pm | 5358 Sparton Rd | $10

Enjoy authentic Oktoberfest fare including bratwurst, sauerkraut, and potluck sides while watching Edelweiss dancers perform. Beer and pretzels available for $5 each, with admission by donation.

💎 Rough to Ready Rock & Gem Show

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 11am-5pm | DaVinci Centre| $0-$10

Browse stunning handmade jewelry, crystals, fossils, and lapidary creations crafted by Victoria Lapidary Society members. Check out slabs, cabs, bolo ties, beadwork, and jewelry-making supplies while connecting with local rockhounds about field trips and classes.

💃 Victoria Contra Dance with Music By Na Mara

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 7pm | St. Matthias Hall| $10

Dance the night away to live music from @na_mara_folk with calling by Victoria Beauchesne. No experience needed—all dancers welcome!

🎨 Hey Shauna Studio: Open House

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 12pm-8pm | 108-561 Johnson | Free

Drop by art therapist Shauna Kaendo's studio to make art, chat with neighbors, and explore what an art therapy space looks like. Bring your business card, stay as long as you like, and enjoy tea and cookies while connecting with the local creative community.

🍂 Fall Harvest Market

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 9am-5pm | Patio Gardens

Browse handpicked vendors, local food trucks, and autumn vibes at this cozy indoor market perfect for finding unique seasonal treasures.

💃 White and Gold Latin Night

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 8pm | Ukrainian Cultural Centre| $15

Dance the night away with Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue at this elegant white and gold themed Latin night, featuring an intro class at 8pm followed by social dancing until late. Dress in your most glamorous white and gold attire for a sophisticated evening of Latin rhythms and sparkle.

🎃 Halloween Weekends at Bilston Creek Farm

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 11am-5pm | Bilston Creek Farm 4185 | $0 - $10

Celebrate Halloween at Bilston Creek Farm with costume-wearing fun, free daily activities including games, photo ops, and a golden pumpkin hunt, plus a paid kids' treasure hunt and craft experience. Wood-fired pizza available on weekends while you enjoy the festivities.

👗 Art of the Cocktail

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 6:30pm | Crystal Garden| $89-$119

Dress to Impress: Compete for best dressed and win four tickets to the 2025 Victoria Film Festival Opening Gala. Most Popular Cocktail:
Vote for your favorite cocktail to become the signature drink at the next Art of the Cocktail event, complete with a VIP table and trophy.

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BALLET, COMEDY, THEATRE AND MORE!

Performing Arts

🎤 The Crowd Work Show

Friday, October 17 | 8pm | The Mint | $20

Nash Park and Alex Forman take the stage with no prepared material, crafting an entirely improvised stand-up set based on crowd interactions and their surroundings. This unique comedy experience promises a night of spontaneous laughter and unexpected hilarity.

🐻 Genki Bear by Misty Yumiko Cozac

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 8pm | Theatre Inconnu| $15

Follow Misty's journey through childhood memories, cultural identity, and her relationship with Baachan—her spirited Japanese grandmother brought to life through bunraku-inspired puppetry. Expect storytelling that shifts between humor and heart, featuring everything from samurai sword fights in questionable wigs to intimate video interviews with others sharing their own Japanese grandmother stories.

🎤 Hecklers Presents: Dino Archie

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 7pm / 10pm | Hecklers Bar and Grill| $22

Every Saturday, catch top comics from across Canada and beyond at Hecklers. Arrive 30 minutes before showtime to grab your seat.

🎭 Significant Other

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 2pm-4:15pm | CCPA Performance Hall | $25-$30

Four 20-somethings navigate love, marriage, and the evolution of friendships in this hilarious and heartbreaking romantic comedy about growing up. Watch as Jordan Berman and his best friends discover what happens when life pulls them in different directions.

🔥 Dance with the Devil

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 6:30pm-10am | Maple Leaf School of Russian Ballet | $35 - $45

Descend through all 9 circles of Hell in this immersive cabaret featuring burlesque, drag, pole, and dance performances. Each circle reveals new temptations and torments brought to life by a cast of hellish artists.

🎲 Dungeons Yes, And Dragons

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 8:30pm-9:45pm | Theatre SKAM (849 Fort St)| $25

An improv comedy show where performers bring the chaos and creativity of Dungeons & Dragons to life through spontaneous storytelling and outrageous characters. Watch as the cast navigates epic quests and unpredictable adventures in real-time.

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GET YA’ BODY MOVIN’

Sports & Athletic Events

🤠 Country Fest: Victoria Royals

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 6:05pm-9:05pm | Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre | $21

The Victoria Royals face off against the Medicine Hat Tigers for Country Fest Theme Night, featuring mini horses at the stadium, western attractions, and an OK Boot Corral giveaway. Wear your best western attire for this rootin' tootin' hockey experience.

⚽ Pacific FC vs Valour FC - Fan Appreciation Match

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 1pm | Starlight Stadium | $29+

Pacific FC faces Valour FC in their final home match of the season, featuring special discounts, giveaways, and contests to celebrate the fans.

SEWING, PAINTING, WRITING, AND OTHER ART

Arts & Creative Events

🎃 Halloween Flash Day

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 10am-Late | Rebel Ink | Depends on Tat!

Get spooky with a full day of Halloween flash tattoos at Rebel Ink—choose from pumpkins, ghosts, bats, black cats, and more creepy designs. Book your slot or try for walk-in availability throughout the day.

🎞️ One Take Super 8

Friday + Saturday, October 17 + 18, 2025 | 7pm-9pm | Metro Studio Theatre| $15

Watch 20 brand-new Super 8 films shot without any editing—filmmakers captured their 3-minute stories in a single take and will see the results for the first time alongside the audience. This live celluloid screening celebrates 25 years of the One Take Super 8 challenge with unedited, unpolished, spontaneous storytelling on actual film.

🎬 Antimatter [media art]

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 6pm-10pm | Deluge Contemporary Art| $8

Experience over 130 experimental films from around the world with nightly screenings, live performances, and media installations across multiple Victoria venues. This 11-day festival showcases cutting-edge cinema and international media art with both in-person events and streaming programs.

📚 Victoria Festival of Authors

All Weekend See Times | Langham Court Theatre - 805 Langham Ct| *Cost of tickets vary, depending on the event

The Victoria Festival of Authors marks its 10th anniversary with 40 acclaimed writers including Booker and Giller Prize nominees like Maria Reva, Madeleine Thien, and Emma Donoghue. The festival features in-person events, livestreams, and virtual panels celebrating Canadian literary talent.

🎬 Destroyed Cinema: The Pee Pee Poo Poo Man

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 7:30pm-9pm | Roxy Cinema| $13.75

Destroyed Cinema and Eh 24 present The Pee Pee Poo Poo Man, a paranoid midnight movie about a bizarre crime spree across Toronto featuring cast from Kenny vs. Spenny and Kids in the Hall. This cult grotesque comedy is making its Victoria debut as the first distributed release from Destroyed Cinema.

🎲 BYO Board Game Night

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 7pm-9pm | Flourish Beautea Langford | $8.75

Bring your own board game to this casual game night with fellow enthusiasts—admission includes venue rental and a free drink. Halloween costumes optional!

👗 Botched Closet Sale

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 12-6pm | Botched Vintage Shop| Free

A curated closet sale featuring three distinct collections: clubkid and rave pieces mixed with 1900s antiques, Y2K Slavic brands and ethereal finds, plus 80s-90s archive designer pieces and vintage Fluevogs. Premium vintage at accessible prices.

🔧 Repair Cafe

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 10am-1pm | Deep Cove Elementary School| Free

Bring your broken household items to North Saanich's Repair Café, where local volunteers help fix everything from lamps to bikes for free, promoting sustainability and community spirit.

🎨 Fence Beautification Community Art Event

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 12pm | Compost Education Centre| Free

Paint colorful flora or fauna to brighten up the Compost Education Centre's fence and help create a more inviting community space.

🎨 Boob Print Night

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 6-10:30pm | Fired Up Ceramics| $10

Paint with your boobs (optional!) on ceramic pieces while supporting breast cancer awareness—all signup fees go to BCCF. Bring extra cash for donation games and a chance to win prizes.

🌊 Creative Workshop - Fabric Printmaking

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 1:30pm-3:30pm | Maritime Museum of BC - 744 Douglas St | $30-$50

Carve your own ocean-inspired linocut stamp and print it onto fabric like tea towels or tote bags at this hands-on maritime printmaking workshop. You'll take home your custom carved block plus printed items celebrating our maritime heritage.

🚀 Sci-Fi Book Launch - The New Worlds

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 7pm-9pm | theDock | Free

Celebrate local author Jaye C. Watts' debut dystopian sci-fi novel The New Worlds with a reading, Q&A, space-themed drag performance by Persi Flage, trivia, prizes, and music. This free event includes snacks and a chance to meet the author behind this 2293-set tale of truth, rebellion, and interplanetary intrigue.

🔭 Star Party at the Observatory

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 6:30pm | Centre of the Universe Victoria | Donation

Visit the historic Plaskett telescope, explore the exhibit gallery with planetarium shows, and enjoy virtual reality experiences at the Centre of the Universe. Star Parties offer programming for all ages, including children's activities, tours, and guest speakers.

KEEP YOUR MIND FRESH

Learning & Workshops

🌱 BYOV Terrarium Workshop

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 5:30pm-6:30pm | VI Plant Shop | $44

Create your own mini ecosystem in a glass container at this hands-on terrarium workshop. Learn design techniques and care tips while planting your own terrarium with provided plants and decorations to take home.

🐝 Harvesting Mason Bees

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 10am-12pm | Compost Education Centre | $0-$30

Learn how to harvest and clean mason bee cocoons, identify pests, and properly store your native bees over winter before releasing them in spring. Get hands-on experience with expert biologist Emony Nicholls while preparing your bee houses for the next season.

🎨 ART from the HEART: mixed-media on paper

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 10am-2pm |Gardens at HCP| $8-$95

Learn Wendy Picken's unique "fingerpainting without paint" technique using china markers, pastels, and wax to create vibrant flowerscapes. This hands-on workshop welcomes everyone from complete beginners to experienced artists looking to explore a new mixed-media approach.

🌿 Herbal Winter Wellness

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 1pm-3pm | Compost Education Centre | $10-$40

Learn to stock and use a DIY herbal medicine cabinet for cold and flu season. Make herbal syrups and fire cider while exploring herbs for lung and sinus support.

🎓 Pink Tea: A Historical and Contemporary Discussion on Politics and Women

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 10pm-12pm | SHOAL Community Centre | $5

Celebrate the 96th Anniversary of Persons' Day with a presentation on women's suffrage in Canada and the historic Persons' Case, plus tea, coffee, and cookies. Registration is $5 per person.

🍇 VINcabulary : Cool, Crisp, and Italian

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 4-5:30pm | Vessel Liquor | $37

Explore six examples of cool-climate Italian wines in this tasting class, diving deep into what makes these crisp, refreshing bottles so distinctive.

💃 Weekend of Tango

Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 5pm-6pm | Alive Tango Victoria | $20-$80

Spend a weekend mastering circular movements and axis control in tango with instructor Jorge Olguín, progressing from solo technique to partnered work in both Vals and tango styles. Classes run Saturday and Sunday with options for all levels, solo practitioners, and experienced couples.

GET SOME FRESH AIR

Outdoor Events

👻 Haunted Walk – Guided Tour in French

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 6-7pm | 1218 Langley St | $10-$15

Explore Victoria's darkest secrets and haunted history on this French-language walking tour led by experienced storyteller Daniel Parent. Journey through mysterious alleys while hearing classic ghost tales and new scary stories that bring the city's terrifying past to life.

🌊 Friday Dip

Friday, October 17, 2025 | 3pm | Cadboro Beach | Free

Jump into the ocean for a refreshing cold-water dip with fellow bold swimmers. Beach location varies each week, so bring your towel and adventurous spirit.

SLOW FOLKY VIBES, HUGE ELECTRONIC SHOWS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

Live Music & Concerts

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