Watch Vancouver Island's professional soccer team Pacific FC battle it out on their home turf, where the energy of the crowd matches the intensity on the field. Whether you're new to the sport or a dedicated fan, you'll be part of the electric atmosphere as the community rallies behind the local club

Munro's Books celebrates Canadian Independent Bookstore Day with author signings, exclusive swag, double rewards points, a $1000 bookstore giveaway, and fun activities like blind date with a book and a photo booth. Support indie bookstores while enjoying contests, prizes, and a bookmark colouring station throughout the day

Experience a unique blindfolded connection event where you'll engage in conversations and activities with others while your sight is disconnected, heightening all your other senses. Rotate through one-on-one connections in the dark, exploring authentic interaction through talking and optional touch-based exercises designed to help you meet others and yourself in a new way.

Explore the cosmos at this free all-day astronomy celebration featuring solar viewing, hands-on telescope demos, astrophotography displays, expert talks, kids' crafts, and special presentations about the Artemis II moon mission. Check out stunning images captured by local astronomers, meet scientists and students from UVic and Camosun, and learn how to navigate the night sky with your own star chart.

Experience an electric night of stunning magic, mind-reading mentalism, and jaw-dropping sideshow stunts at The Mint. Victoria's Andrew Brimstone opens with crisp illusions before headliner Tarquin combines world-class magic with daring stunts for an unforgettable show.

Spend your Friday evening in a cozy downtown studio with art supplies, guided prompts, and calm music—no experience needed. Create whatever calls to you, whether following a prompt, bringing your own project, or just seeing where the art takes you.

Explore how Earth's extreme environments—from deep oceans to ancient deserts—hold the key to finding alien life, with astronomer Dr. Jon Willis. Enjoy guided observatory tours, planetarium shows, and hands-on stargazing under the stars.

Live electro-acoustic layers, an immersive sound experience woven through crystal alchemy bowls, voice, and atmospheric guitar. A chance to find the liminal space between sound & silence!

A 19+ drag and drag-lesque show featuring 16 performers, hosted by Leo Moon and Aries Moon at Passion and Performance Studio. The evening includes a silent auction benefiting Trans Lifeline.

Watch three comedians battle it out in improv challenges as host Bo Jagger Essery tests their quick-thinking skills through various prompts and questions. One contestant will emerge victorious with ultimate improv glory.

Join local comedians for a hilarious stand-up night at Influence Board Shop, where you can skate beforehand or hang out while the crew sets up. Expect laughs, good vibes, and maybe some people-watching.

Every Saturday, Hecklers showcases top comics from Canada and beyond in early (doors 5:30pm) and late (doors 9pm) shows. Grab your spot and get ready for a night of laughs.

Watch two comedy veterans—Dan Bakkedahl from VEEP and The Office, plus Kevin Matviw from The Second City—create spontaneous laughs through professional improv. Expect quick-witted scenes and unpredictable moments crafted by seasoned performers.

Explore Chinese immigration to BC through the lens of food and restaurant culture, featuring stories of resilience, community, and the fight against systemic racism from April to November 2026. The exhibit pairs with local displays highlighting Sidney's own Chinese Canadian heritage, including historic Chinatowns and family-run restaurants.

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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. Storytime 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM Social time and free play 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Send your unwearable textiles, sewing scraps, and damaged fabrics to Debrand's sorting facility for $3/pound, where they'll be transformed into insulation, fiber fill, or energy instead of ending up in a landfill. Bring stained clothes, serger scraps, old linens, or failed projects in cardboard boxes—buttons and zippers are fine, just remove hangers and large plastics.

The Victoria Outdoor Adventure Show brings together everything outdoors under one roof—from RVs and boats to camping gear and adventure sports across 35,000 square feet of exhibits. Check out demos, enter to win door prizes, and find gear and inspiration for your next outdoor adventure.

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Skip the small talk and dive into real conversations at a participating café—just look for the Let's Talk sign, grab a seat, and see who you meet. No apps, no pressure, just genuine human connection over coffee

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Over 5 fun Saturdays, young kiddos and their grown-ups will move, stretch, and spend time together. Through simple poses, games, stories, and breathing exercises, kids build balance, confidence, and body awareness while parents share in the fun. Expect lots of imagination, partner poses, giggles, and a cozy relaxation at the end.

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Browse tables packed with clothes, sporting equipment, and household treasures from community sellers at this sprawling indoor garage sale. Hunt for hidden gems and unique finds while supporting local residents clearing out their collections.

Join thousands at the TC10K to walk, jog, roll, or cheer through downtown to Dallas Road's ocean views—it's a celebration where the whole community lifts each other up. Whether you're running or cheering from the sidelines, you'll feel the energy of people coming together for a day of smiles, high fives, and pure community spirit.

A relaxed, untimed 1.5K run where families can move together and celebrate community. Kids under eight should bring an adult along to share the fun.

Skip the small talk and have real conversations with strangers at participating cafés—just look for the Let's Talk sign, grab a seat, and see who you meet. No apps, no pressure, just genuine human connection over coffee

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Learn how to use iNaturalist to identify and record local plants and animals with Abby Hyde during this hands-on training session at Swan Lake. No experience needed—just bring your phone and discover how your observations contribute to real conservation research.

The Horticulture Centre of the Pacific (HCP) is hosting its annual Spring Plant Sale! Discover a variety of plants propagated directly from the Gardens at HCP, offering gardeners unique additions to their collections. Visitors can explore the gardens at no cost during the event, making it an excellent opportunity to experience the beauty of HCP.

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Help protect Island View Beach Regional Park by removing invasive species in this drop-in Earth Week celebration. Expect uneven terrain and light physical work—wear sturdy shoes and bring water.

Yin/yang yoga starts by building a little heat and energy in the body and ends with a cooling, yin sequence designed to lengthen fascia and soothe muscles. This practice is perfect to shake off the work week and prepare the body for whatever fun stuff you want to get up to on the weekend. All levels welcome. All bodies welcome.

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Learn the basics of Salsa with Christina before putting your moves to the test at the social dance that follows. Whether you're a beginner or looking to brush up, this workshop-to-dance-floor format gets everyone moving.

Join us for a lively contra dance featuring the reliable band Shinndig and visiting caller Lisa Siddons. No experience needed, and all dancers are welcome

Explore energizing slow-flow vinyasa that honors BIPOC experiences while holding space for both joy and pain, weaving together breathwork, meditation, and teachings from Thich Nhat Hanh and Octavia Butler.

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Liz Saunders-Partridge captures the rhythm of daily commutes and passing scenery in this transit-themed exhibition, joined by five guest artists exploring similar themes. Expect paintings and works that find beauty in the ordinary moments of movement and travel.

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Camosun College's Visual Arts graduating class showcases two years of intensive studio work across painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, video, animation, film, and performance. Opening reception April 16, with the exhibition running daily April 17-26 at 955 Wharf Street.

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Learn simple patching and visible mending techniques to repair your favorite worn clothing. Bring 2-3 damaged items and discover practical, creative ways to give them new life.

Award-winning poet rob mclennan chats with Phoebe Wang about her latest collection, Waking Occupations—a meditation on living on occupied land through aubades and elegies that explore memory, maternal connections, and inherited legacies.

Explore the science of magnets through hands-on experiments, compass navigation, and magnetic art projects. Drop in anytime during the hour-long session designed for kids ages 3-8.

Gingersnapthat brings their hand-dyed yarns and thoughtfully designed project bags to Beehive Wool Shop for a special pop-up. Discover small-batch pieces rooted in story and texture, made to be woven into your creative life.

Meet author April Howells and get your signed copy of "The Unforgettable Mailman," a heartwarming debut about an 81-year-old determined to deliver undelivered letters in 1966 Chicago. Perfect for fans of Fredrik Backman who love stories about intergenerational friendship and human connection.

Learn hands-on skills for sustainable living through free workshops on repairing, recycling, gardening, composting, and more—plus bring broken appliances to the pop-up Repair Cafe for free fixes. Pick up a free sunflower seedling, get your bike tuned up, and discover practical ways to save money while reducing waste.

Get hands-on with vintage and modern drum machines in this interactive workshop led by SeaLion, the archivist behind the Royal BC Museum's "Music of Resistance" exhibit. You'll learn the history of these iconic instruments, then rotate through different machines to create your own beats.

Learn the basics of terrarium planting while creating your own mini indoor garden with 3 foliage plants, driftwood, moss, and other natural decorations in a glass vessel. Expert guidance provided for all skill levels.

Meet poet Phoebe Wang at Munro's for a signing of "Relative to Wind," her poetic exploration of learning to sail and finding community on the water. A perfect event for sailors and anyone drawn to creative life on the waves.

Spend two hours at Munbeibi's home studio painting your own full-size Starbeibi with artist Hannah, using the same glazes and brushes from the original collection. You'll get hands-on guidance creating custom patterns and colours, then pick up your fired piece within 4 weeks.

Capture the beauty of gulls soaring over ocean waves in this beginner-friendly watercolor painting class. All supplies included for $47—just bring your creativity and email [email protected] to register.

Learn hands-on creative practices to navigate and ease feelings of overwhelm through guided art-making. No experience needed—just bring yourself and leave with tools you can use anytime.

Explore playful butterfly painting techniques using ink, watercolours, and collage in this creative workshop where all experience levels can follow their artistic curiosity.

Master fall gardening and seed saving techniques to keep your harvest going through winter, plus learn hands-on seed processing in the greenhouse.

Explore Emily Carr's inspiring words through hands-on ink, watercolour, and collage techniques in this creative workshop for ages 10+.

Learn to identify common macrolichens around Swan Lake's Nature House with expert Tasha Lavdovsky. You'll explore different morphological groups and growth structures while developing practical identification techniques.

Learn to create a thriving herb hanging basket perfect for small spaces, selecting from culinary, fragrant, and decorative varieties while mastering growing techniques to keep them flourishing. All materials included in this hands-on workshop.

Learn how to plan, grow, and harvest your own medicinal herb garden for year-round healing and household first aid needs. Led by experienced herbalist Lindsay, this hands-on workshop covers site selection, plant choices, and integrating healing herbs into your existing garden space.

Good Relations with Adam Olsen is a public dialogue responding to the growing strain in Crown–Indigenous relations in British Columbia and the rise of anti-Indigenous rhetoric online. At a time when trust is eroding and legal obligations are too often ignored or misrepresented, this event creates space for thoughtful, informed, and respectful conversation.

Learn the fundamentals of year-round fruit tree care, from pruning and irrigation to pest management and soil health, in this hands-on outdoor workshop at Welland Orchard.

Gather monthly at the orchard to discuss books over cider, starting with Kate Morton's "Homecoming." A relaxed space for readers and anyone looking to unwind with good company and conversation.

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Itching to play some magic the gathering? Well we've got just the place! Come down to theDock and play the greatest card game ever designed! Mostly focused on the commander format, people are welcome to bring any decks they want, and potentially prepare to draft depending on availability of cards and nerds! Looking to access the event? Call the number on the front door of the building to be let inside!

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Drop in anytime to play from a collection of over 40 board games while enjoying tea, coffee, or snacks available for purchase.

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Try your hand at lawn bowling with coaches and equipment provided — no experience or gear needed. Just bring flat-soled shoes and get ready to roll some bowls.

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A week-long hackathon tackling real problems in Victoria's social services sector, where engineers and social workers team up to build AI solutions that address gaps in recovery housing and frontline support systems. Teams research Monday through Friday, then demo their work Saturday for $1,000 in prizes and connections to local organizations.

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Seize the Day! A Tony-award winning score to sweep you up in the dramatic fight for what’s fair – based on the strike of 1899 by the child labourers of New York, led by those selling the papers for the rich and powerful. Scrappy, snappy, and full of rousing calls to action his musical sensation will have you wanting to “stare down the odds and seize the day”.

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Join PACE Performing Arts Academy for a celebration of Broadway's most iconic musicals through the decades. Experience show-stopping performances from the greatest hits of musical theatre history.

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Belladonna brings their energy back to The Open Studios, joined by Duncan-based folk artist Malakai, a 17-year-old musician known for alternate tunings, soulful vocals, and emotionally charged acoustic performances.

A brunch variety show mixing solo acoustic music, spoken word, burlesque, and stand-up comedy with local jewelry vendors, drinks from Driftwood Brewery, and fresh baked goods. Expect the unexpected with performances spanning every genre imaginable.

Experience the legendary tale of Orpheus descending into the underworld to rescue his beloved Eurydice, brought to life through French baroque music and dance. This production features world-renowned soprano Andriana Chuchman and celebrates one of mythology's most enduring stories of love and loss.

A Holocaust survivor rebuilds his life in 1960s Pittsburgh through faith, compassion, and his craft, creating a moving story of healing and renewal. Based on a true story of resilience and the power of bringing light into darkness.

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A Holocaust survivor transforms his trauma into hope, building a new life in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill through his jewelry store in the 1960s-70s. This touching play follows Melvin Goldman's journey from Auschwitz to America, where he crafted beauty and light one piece at a time.

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Share your talent at this open mic showcase where performers of all kinds take the stage. Tickets are $5 and doors open at 6:30pm

Triple Threat Performing Arts Society brings the iconic 1950s musical GREASE to life with catchy tunes, energetic dance numbers, and that classic story of summer love at Rydell High.

A 5Rhythms movement workshop exploring strength, vulnerability, and authenticity through guided dance—no experience needed, just bring your full-bodied yes.

A 4-hour guided evening where couples move through breath, conscious touch, and nervous system practices designed to restore felt safety and genuine closeness in the body. Led by experienced embodiment guides, you'll learn partner bodywork sequences you can take home while experiencing a deeper level of presence with each other.

Experience deep relaxation as crystal alchemy bowls and gongs guide you through an inner journey of healing frequencies. Let your mind soften into powerful sound waves that promote stress release, creative flow, and connection to higher consciousness.