Hey LampPosters! Some big news in today’s newsletter, which means a special section for this year’s TD Jazz Fest!

Plus, Phillips Backyard Festival just announced it’s lineup and it’s FIRE! Check it out on their profile!

If that wasn’t enough, there is SO MUCH great live music going on this weekend!

Hope you all have a great week! Stay safe

-Simon, Pierre, & Jared❤️

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A whole ten days of various events and performances for you to choose from including:

👀 Must-see ticketed performances at Victoria and Esquimalt’s best venues

🤩 Free-to-attend afternoon outdoor performances in Beacon Hill Park (June 20 & 21) and Esquimalt’s Bullen Park (June 27 & 28)

🎶 Free-to-attend workshops/clinics hosted by touring acclaimed musicians (June 23, 24, 25) 

🤑SAVE BIG! Early bird pricing available until April 2: all three nights for ONLY $77. Single night tickets $42 – Price goes up to $99 after April 2.

📍 Encore (Formerly Victoria Event Centre) | 7:30PM

📍Studio 919 (Strathcona Hotel) | 8:30PM

📍The Coda | 9:00PM

All tickets on sale Friday, March 27! For more information and where to buy tickets, click below!

MARKETS, PARADES, FESTIVALS AND OTHER AWESOME STUFF

Community Events

Friday, March 27th & 28th, 2026 | 9:30am-4:30pm | The Maritime Museum of BC | Free | Hosted by The Maritime Museum of B.C.

  • Spend Spring Break at the Maritime Museum exploring the '1858: Black Routes, Black Roots' exhibit and getting creative with hands-on activities like lino-cut stamp making and beaded fish crafts. Three days of drop-in art projects, games, and ocean-inspired fun for all ages.

  • A monthly dance party for mothers featuring 90s and early 2000s throwback hits in an inclusive, community space. Sweat it out on the dance floor, then wind down with a closing circle.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 12-6pm | Junction Orchard & Cidery | Free

  • Browse market booths from local vendors, farmers, and makers while enjoying cider and bites from Bicycle Pizza. Each market brings something new with resident small businesses on Orchard Lane.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 12:30-2:30pm | Cinecenta | $0

  • Watch Inside Out 2 at Cinecenta while learning about the Y Young Moms Program, a supportive housing initiative that helps young parents through counselling, group activities, and resource support. Grab your snacks at 12:30 pm before the 1 pm screening.

FEATURED

Here’s one for the folks of fandom! Let’s make LPH a full on mini ComicCon—bring your most audacious cosplay and let the climbing and convention worlds collide! Whether you’re a TMNT die-hard, anime lover, Ghibli fan, or have an unwavering attachment to that one niche 1980s cartoon no one saw, we want you at the gym fully kitted up and ready to share your passion.

🕶️ What to bring: A headlamp
👾 Dress code: Cosplay, costumes, etc. Best outfit wins a prize, so the bolder the better!

Friday, March 27th | 9-11pm | Crag X Climbing Gym | $13 (free for members)

🚨 This will be the last LPH until the fall, so make sure you don't miss it, and bring your friends!!! 🚨

TASTE THE ISLAND GOODS!

Foodie Events

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 4-7pm | 760 Broughton Street | Free | Hosted by Softer Jonathan

  • Friday March 27 - free tasting of non-alcoholic selections from Massey Wines. 4-7pm. Massey Wines is the project of Rich + Louise, 2 legends in BC’s beverage scene who have been championing small craft drink producers, both local and international, for years. while their main focus is natural wine, their non-alc portfolio is substantial and has grown to include a really exciting mix of established non-alc icons and lesser known innovators.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 12pm-12am | The Drake Eatery | Free | Hosted by The Drake Eatery

  • We will be pouring these great ciders from Sea Cider, (located here on the Saanich Peninsula): Wolf in the Woods Ruby Rose Bramble Bubbly Platinum Pippins Kings & Spies Ginger Perry Rumrunner

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 2pm | 917 Balmoral Rd | $45-$60

  • Learn wild fermentation by crafting your own sparkling botanical soda using local plants and natural yeasts. You'll explore seasonal ingredients, create a living beverage to take home, and discover how fermented drinks interact with your body differently than plain water

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 11am-3pm | Ukrainian Cultural Centre | $0-$14+

  • Experience authentic Ukrainian culture with handmade Easter eggs, traditional clothing, and souvenirs. Grab a hot lunch of freshly made perogies and cabbage rolls served until 2 PM.

GET YA BODY MOVIN’

Sports & Athletics

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 12pm | Heart Work Therapy & Yoga | $22 | Hosted by Heart Work Therapy and Yoga

  • 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.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 7-10pm | First Met  | $25-$65

  • Every Friday night, watch live pro wrestling action featuring 365 Pro Wrestling's roster of athletes competing in the ring at First Met Hall. Experience the drama, athleticism, and entertainment of professional wrestling up close.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 12:05pm | Gorge Waterway | Free | Hosted by University of Victoria Vikes

  • The Brown Cup - Presented by Ralmax Group of Companies is an annual head race between the University of Victoria Vikes and the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds, contested on a neutral waterway, with support from local harbour stakeholders who facilitate race access.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 9:30am | Esquimalt Parks & Recreation | $24

  • Join the 35th annual family-friendly 5km walk/run through Esquimalt or participate remotely from anywhere to support Child Find BC. The event is wheelchair, stroller, and pet-friendly, with a live Facebook kickoff at 10am (BC time) featuring speeches and warmup.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 1:15-3:30pm | Broad View United Church | Free | Hosted by GRORvicbc

  • Bike ride fundraiser and awareness event for the Gaza Sunbirds Paracycling Team who are distributing life saving aid to displaced Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Free community bike ride followed by refreshments and watch party of the Gaza Sunbirds YouTube documentaries.

BALLET, COMEDY, THEATRE AND MORE!

Performing Arts

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 7:30-9:15pm | #203 - 734 Aldebury St.  | $22-$26 | Hosted by Jon David

  • Watch a curated lineup of Vancouver Island's top comedians—the kind that other comics actually pay to see. Expect quality laughs and drinks available for purchase.

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 7:30pm | Capital Ballroom | $42

  • Canadian comedian Breanne Williamson brings her sharp observational humor and deadpan delivery to the stage, diving into relationships, ambition, and LGBTQ+ life with refreshing honesty. Expect oversharing, unfiltered takes, and the kind of relatable comedy that's earned her over a million followers online.

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 8pm | The Mint Restaurant | $25

  • Nash Park and Alex Forman hit the stage with zero prepared material, crafting their entire set on the spot by riffing with the audience and playing off the room. This rowdy, improvised stand-up show is all about quick wit and unpredictable moments.

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 8pm | McPherson Playhouse | $47+

  • Bruce McCulloch delivers a one-man show mixing hilarious stories with poetic life observations, exploring how we cope through gallows humor. Featuring songs both new and classic, he takes audiences on a journey that's equal parts touching, funny, and uplifting.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 3pm | 849 Fort St | $10

  • Medium Case Scenarios presents fully improvised comedy in two parts: a Harold-style long-form set built from a single audience suggestion, followed by A-Scene-ciation—a fast-paced format where scenes chain together through word association. This living-room crew is taking their first public stage to deliver unscripted laughs and unexpected connections.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 7pm | The Mint Restaurant | $20

  • The Big Three—Ben Stager, Nathan Hare, and Sam Burns—bring their viral 4am series to life with stand-up comedy, candid conversations, and unexpected surprises. These internet favorites are hitting Western Canada with a show that mixes their online energy with live performance.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 8:30pm | Theatre SKAM (849 Fort Street) | $25 | Hosted by Garden City Improv

  • Garden City Improv presents IMPROV: THE MUSICAL -- a fully improvised musical theatre experience with songs, stories and characters made up entirely on the spot, based on audience suggestions. No scripts. No safety net.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 7-10pm | Hecklers Bar & Grill | $22

  • John Beuhler takes the stage for a night of sharp, observational comedy that finds humor in everyday life's absurdities. Expect clever storytelling and relatable moments that'll have you laughing at things you never thought twice about.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 7:30-9:30pm | Intrepid Theatre Club | $10-$20

  • Watch talented improvisers from Paper Street Theatre's Master's Program perform three unique long-form improv structures—each show completely made up on the spot. See where improv begins with three different performances in one night.

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SEWING, PAINTING, WRITING, AND OTHER ART

Arts & Creative

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 9am-5pm | Malahat Skywalk | Free | Hosted by Malahat SkyWalk

  • This spring, take your Malahat SkyWalk adventure one step further; by taking new growth home. Our Seed-to-Sky Planting Bar is a drop-in, self-directed planting bar where you can plant a starter in minutes, learn simple Earth Month tips, and leave with something that keeps growing long after your visit.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 6:30-8pm | Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling | $29 per person | Hosted by Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling

  • Spark your creativity in a welcoming studio space where you'll explore painting, drawing, collage, and mixed media—no experience needed, all materials included. Use art to slow down, relieve stress, and express personal themes at your own pace.

✴️🌿 Terrarium Workshop

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 5:30pm | VI Plant Shop | $55

  • Create your own mini ecosystem in a glass container at this hands-on terrarium workshop. Learn design techniques and care tips while building a beautiful planted terrarium to take home.

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 6pm | Quadra Village Community Centre | $25-$35

  • Learn the gouache ink resist technique—a process where you paint with opaque watercolor, cover it with Indian ink, then wash it away to reveal dramatic, high-contrast images that look like woodblock prints. All materials provided, and you'll take home instructions to recreate this striking art form on your own

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 7-9pm | The Bent Mast | $50

  • Create your own sea glass wind chime using colorful sea glass, real driftwood, and coastal treasures at Bent Mast Pub. All supplies provided, no experience needed—just bring yourself and enjoy crafting while sipping your favorite drink.

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 7:30pm | Russell Books | By donation

  • Two acclaimed poets share their latest collections: Pasquale Verdicchio explores philosophical contemplation and our relationship with place in "Contentment," while Tharani Balachandran examines identity, family, and self-acceptance through the lens of immigration and motherhood in "Brown Sugar Skin."

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 10am-6pm | 1644 Hillside Avenue  | Free | Hosted by FAIE

  • Join us at Hillside Mall (near Marshalls) for a FAIE pop-up featuring locally designed bohemian clothing and accessories. March 28th-29th regular mail hours

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 11am-4pm | 1923 Fernwood Road | Free | Hosted by Shasta Lily Barkman

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 12:30-4:30pm | 552 Johnson Street | Free | Hosted by Ecologyst

  • Learn how to create the perfect Capsule wardrobe that supports the planet! Join us to learn how to make a personalized capsule wardrobe! Learn how to make the most out of a small amount of high-quality, timeless pieces to create your wardrobe! Having less in your closet not only supports your wallet, but the planet too!

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 1-3pm | Munro's Books - 1108 Government St | Free | Hosted by Munro's Books

  • Meet author Heather Fawcett at a book signing for her new novel, Agnes Aubert's Mystical Cat Shelter—a cozy fantasy about a 1920s Montreal cat rescue above an illegal magic shop, where saving shelter cats might mean teaming up with a grouchy magician with a dark past.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 2-3pm | 19 Bastion Square, Victoria, BC V8W 1J1 | Free | Hosted by Gage Gallery

  • Carmen Totino explores her noir-inspired exhibition through linocut prints and oil paintings, revealing how carving creates stark tension while painting builds atmospheric depth. She'll unpack the visual language of shadow and suspense that gives these works their mysterious, unstable narrative.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 10am-4:30pm | 552 Johnson Street | Free | Hosted by Ecologyst

  • Come join us in celebrating and shopping a local small business! Salt and Pine Creations offers small-batch, handcrafted home goods made from eco-resin, a sustainable material free from plastics, acrylics, and harmful chemicals.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 11am | 1923 Fernwood Road | $10 BYO notebook, $15 notebook included!  | Hosted by FernwoodCraftClub

  • Spend an afternoon creating unique junk journal pages with all materials provided—from magazines and stickers to glitter and glue. Bring your own notebook for $10 or grab one when you arrive for $15.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 12-2pm | 716 Johnson st  | 2$  | Hosted by ArtConversation

  • Watch two local artists create live artwork right before your eyes, then stick around to ask them about their process and inspiration in a casual Q&A session.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

KEEP YOUR MIND FRESH

Learning & Workshops

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 5 - 9pm PST | Esquimalt Gorge Park & PavilionEsquimalt, BC | $10

  • A one-night summit bringing together women healthcare professionals to explore pathways for career advancement, break through systemic barriers, and drive gender equity through interactive workshops with trailblazing leaders.

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 10am-3:30pm | The Lower Classroom at HCP | $130

  • Learn the ancient art of natural leather-making using plant-based tannins and locally sourced rabbit hides, then craft your own small furry leather piece to take home. This hands-on workshop covers the complete process from hide to finished leather using sustainable materials that would otherwise go to waste.

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 6-9pm | Paul Phillips Hall | By donation

  • A welcoming evening gathering at Fernwood featuring Fair Trade Nicaraguan coffee, refreshments, and a program supporting Central American solidarity work. Open to all with donations accepted.

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 5-9pm | Esquimalt Gorge Park & Pavilion | $0

  • A summit bringing together healthcare professionals, advocates, and policymakers to explore actionable strategies for advancing women's leadership and dismantling systemic barriers in Canadian healthcare. Connect with trailblazing leaders, participate in interactive workshops, and develop concrete approaches to create equitable pathways from entry-level positions to executive roles

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 10-11:30am | Patio Gardens - 6536 West Saanich Rd.  | $69 | Hosted by Patio Gardens

  • Learn to create a beautiful mixed planter featuring orchids and houseplants in a modern ceramic container. You'll discover the best plant pairings, care requirements, and design techniques to build a thriving indoor garden that suits any skill level.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 9:30am | Compost Education Centre | $28

  • Learn the fundamentals of soil health, from microbes to chemistry, and get hands-on experience building compost piles while exploring various composting methods in the demonstration gardens.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 10am-12pm | Carr House National Historic Site | $44

  • Create a spring vision board to visualize and manifest your goals in this hands-on workshop with artist and educator Helga Strauss. All materials provided to help you craft a personalized board that captures your aspirations.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 11am-12:30pm | Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling | $55 | Hosted by Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling

  • Explore emotional wellness through creativity and self-expression in this supportive 1.5 hour workshop, being gently guided through therapeutic art activities. Whether you're looking to, understand your emotions better, relieve stress, or simply explore your creativity, this group is for oyu.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 10:30am | Cook Street Village Activity Centre | $45

  • A welcoming workshop for women navigating midlife transitions—exploring identity shifts, life changes, and what comes next through guided reflection and shared learning in a supportive, no-pressure space. You'll walk away with practical tools and fresh perspective for this stage of life.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 1-3pm | Compost Education Centre | $0

  • Discover how a young girl named SEMSEMÍYE transformed into a bee to protect the land through this storytelling workshop that weaves together W̱SÁNEĆ traditions, SENĆOŦEN language, and the deep connections between people, pollinators, and the environment.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 1-4pm | Meet in The Classroom | $40

  • Learn about 20 plants perfectly suited to Victoria's climate each month through indoor lessons and guided garden walks. Whether you're new to gardening or just want to expand your knowledge, you'll discover what thrives locally and why.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 10am-1pm | Welland Legacy Park & Community Orchard | Free

  • Learn to graft your own heritage apple tree and take it home in this hands-on workshop where you'll practice techniques, choose from heritage varieties at Welland Orchard, and create a dwarf apple tree using provided tools and materials.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 12-4pm | Anneth Farm 9420 West Saanich Rd, West Saanich  | $35-65 | Hosted by Viriditas Apothecary

  • Date: Sunday March 29th Location: Anneth Farm 9420 West Saanich Rd, West Saanich Time: 12pm-4pm Join herbalist and medicinal herb farmer Marae in a hands-on workshop crafting hand-rolled incense cones and stovetop-blended compound incense slabs.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 1-2:30pm | Patio Gardens - 6536 West Saanich Rd. | $39.00 | Hosted by Patio Gardens

  • Paint and decorate your own terracotta pot with colorful marbles to create a functional bee bath for your garden. All materials provided—just bring your creativity and wear clothes you don't mind getting messy.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 1-2pm | GARDENWORKS Oak Bay | $67

  • Create a colorful spring planter filled with primulas, violas, and fragrant hyacinths for your front door or patio. Learn basic planter design while arranging cheerful spring blooms in a versatile Emma container.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 1-3pm | Heart & Hands Health Collective | $30

  • Learn the basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine food energetics and discover how different foods and preparation methods affect your body's unique constitution. This hands-on intro covers everything from the inherent nature of ingredients to how your digestive system processes them.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 1-4pm | The Classroom at the Gardens at HCP | $45

  • Learn how to create a beautiful, low-maintenance garden using native plants that thrive in your local conditions—whether wet, salty, or dry—while supporting pollinators and saving water year-round. Discover which plants work best for each season and get connected to helpful resources to start your ecological gardening journey.

BOARD GAMES, TRIVIA AND MORE!

Fun n’ Games

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 5:30pm | Junction Orchard & Cidery | Free

  • Discuss Kate Morton's "Homecoming" over cider in a relaxed orchard setting. A casual monthly gathering for book lovers and anyone looking to unwind with good conversation and drinks.

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 7-9pm | Metchosin Golf Course | $12

  • Test your music knowledge with two rounds of Music Bingo at Metchosin Golf Course - first round features mixed hits, second round is all country classics.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 10am | The Maritime Museum of BC | Free | Hosted by The Maritime Museum of B.C.

  • This program runs every Saturday morning, with new themes each week. Drop-in anytime between 10:00am and 11:00am, but remember storytime is at 10:30am! From crafts, games, and stories, there's so much to explore and learn at the museum!

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 12-3pm | 380 Cook Street | $2 for members, $4 for non-members | Hosted by CookStreetVillageActivityCentre

  • Drop in for casual board gaming with a selection of over 40 games to choose from. Tea, coffee, pop, and baked goods available for purchase.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 6:30-9:30pm | Archie Browning Arena | $25

  • Step into a 1920s speakeasy where rival crime families gather for their annual underworld party, only to discover the murdered body of a mob boss's right-hand man—can you solve the crime before the cops arrive? Ten participants will be assigned suspect roles while others develop their own characters in this immersive prohibition-era mystery.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 11am-2pm | Epic Games | $10

  • Jump into our March VGC Challenge and test your Pokémon battling skills against other trainers for a $10 entry fee.

SAFE AND CONNECTION FORWARD

LGBTQ2+

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 7-9:30am | Capital Ballroom, Victoria | Free | Hosted by ThoughtfulSpotProductions

  • Breanne Williamson is a Canadian stand-up comedian, writer, actor, and filmmaker with over a million followers across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. Known for her sharp observational comedy, dry delivery, and deeply relatable takes on relationships, ambition, and LGBTQ+ identity, Breanne blends internet-era self-awareness with classic stand-up storytelling.

✴️⛪ CHURCH

Friday, March 27, 2026 | 9pm | The Vicious Poodle | Free | Hosted by Drag Sunday Productions

  • CHURCH is an all-queer cabaret with a focus on Drag, with occasional acts in the genres of: Improv, Stand Up, Clown, Theatre Skits, Burlesque, Draglesque, Puppetry, monologues and more. Showcases take place at 9pm, 10pm, and 11pm with time to mingle and flirt before, in-between, and after the show.

  • This event has multiple dates/times! Check the link to find them all

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 6pm | Sticky Wicket - Maple Room | $15

  • Buster Cheri celebrates their birthday and drag debut with a 70s/80s-inspired night of glam and attitude, featuring performances from Lilith Cain and NuMetal Cowboy, plus live singing by Hanna. Expect a high-energy evening of iconic drag performances marking the start of something special.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 6:30-9pm | Caffe Fantastico | $15-$20

  • Enjoy an all-ages drag cabaret featuring talented performers in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Expect colorful costumes, lip-sync performances, and plenty of entertainment for everyone.

Sunday, March 29, 2026 | 7-8:30pm | Sngequ House | Sŋéqə ʔéʔləŋ, University of Victoria | Free | Hosted by transchair

  • ALL ARE WELCOME! Join us for an in-person celebration of TDOV at UVic's Sngequ House (same location as MTHF25). If you identify as Trans+, your attendance will contribute to Trans+ visibility. If you count yourself as an ally, your attendance will show support for Trans+ visibility.

SLOW FOLKY VIBES, HUGE ELECTRONIC SHOWS & EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN

Live Music & Concerts

Friday, March 27th

▶️ Fridaymusic: Percussion Ensemble | Classical & Jazz | 12:30-1:30pm | Phillip T. Young Recital Hall | Free | Tickets & Info

▶️ Cello Masterclass with Andreas Brantelid | Classical & Jazz | 5pm | UVic - MacLaurin Building b037 | Free | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ FRIDAY FREESTYLE 🎤🔥 RAP & HIP HOP CYPHER | Rap & Hip Hop | 6pm | 847 Fort Street, Victoria, BC, Canada, V9Z 1B9 | Free | Tickets & Info

▶️ Majesties Request | Indie & Rock | 7pm | The Loft Pub | Voluntary Cover $0 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Theo Davis with Brendan Wong and Mimi Dominique | Indie & Rock | 7-9:30pm | The Open Studios | $15 | Tickets & Info

▶️ Victoria Guitar Society | Country & Folk | 6:30-9pm | Caffe Fantastico | Free | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons | Classical & Jazz | 6:30pm | St Ann's Academy | $42-$72 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Deep Cover, DJ Low | Rap & Hip Hop | 7pm | Upstairs | $21 | Tickets & Info

▶️ UVic Wind Symphony: A Sky So Boundless | Classical & Jazz | 8-10pm | The Farquhar at UVic | Regular $28 | Tickets & Info

▶️ Salsa Night @ Dance City | World Beats | 7:45pm | Victoria Edelweiss Club | $15 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ The Downbeat Presents: Civillian (Van.), Brumbo & Dunzo, Jurgen Daze | Electronic & Techno | 9pm-2am | The Downbeat | $20 Advance, $25 Door | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ ALAN DOYLE | Country & Folk | 8pm | Royal Theatre | $62+ | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Zuva & Izzy, Million Dollar Cowboy, Luna Land | Indie & Rock | 6-8:30pm | The Coda | $10+ | Tickets & Info

▶️ Garden City Soul Club at The Drake Eatery | Funk & Soul | 9:30-11:30pm | The Drake Eatery - 517 Pandora Ave, Victoria, BC | Free | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift | Pop & Club | 20:30 | St Ann's Academy | $42-$60+ | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ ⇧ SHIFT Warehouse Party: 3C-MD (DR BPM b2b TUCY) + Resonance DJs | Electronic & Techno | 10pm | Warehouse TBA (Victoria, BC) | $15-25 | Tickets & Info

▶️ Pablo Cardenas presents Gershwin in Havana | Classical & Jazz | 7-9pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $35-$44 | Tickets & Info

▶️ Gozadera Latin Night | World Beats | 10pm-2am | Lucky Bar | $11 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ RAKATA LATIN NIGHT: FEATURING STOPNOXS | World Beats | 10:30pm-2am | Capital Ballroom | $18-$22 | Tickets & Info

Saturday, March 28th

▶️ Nikita's Birthday @ The Phoenix with Apex Breaks and Sweetleaf | Indie & Rock | 7:30-12am | The Phoenix | 15 | Tickets & Info

▶️ Song Writers' Circle | Country & Folk | 9-11:30am | Arts and Culture Colwood Society, 170 Goldfinch Road Colwood, BC V9C 3M8 Canada | $40 | Tickets & Info

▶️ Cello Studio Recital | Classical & Jazz | 1:30-3:30pm | Phillip T. Young Recital Hall | Free | Tickets & Info

▶️ Bon Victoriage Season 2 Premiere - A Place at the Table | Metal & Punk | 6pm | Oaklands Community Centre, 2827 Belmont Ave. | $5-30 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ JayR live in VICTORIA | Funk & Soul | 6:30-9:30pm | Victoria conference centre | $95 | Tickets & Info

▶️ March 28th - Victoria Contra Dance | Country & Folk | 7-10pm | Saanich Silver Threads | $15 | Tickets & Info

▶️ Lovecats | Indie & Rock | 7-10pm | The Loft Pub | Voluntart Cover $10 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Van Django | World Beats | 7:30pm | UPSTAIRS LOUNGE, OAK BAY RECREATION CENTRE | $41 | Tickets & Info

▶️ UVic Chamber Singers: Poetry’s Music | Classical & Jazz | 8-10pm | Phillip T. Young Recital Hall | Free | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Orpheus & Eurydice | Classical & Jazz | 7:30-9:30pm | Royal Theatre | $35 | Tickets & Info

▶️ Deep Down Inside Ft: Mr. Moe, J- Feud, Andfriends | Electronic & Techno | 9pm-2am | The Downbeat | $15 Advance, $20 Door | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Ultimate KISS Tribute | Indie & Rock | 9pm-1am | The Coda | 25. | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Sheng Wang | Live Music | 7pm | McPherson Playhouse | $52 | Tickets & Info

▶️ The Coast with The Graham Francis Band | Indie & Rock | 6-8:30pm | The Coda | $15+ | Tickets & Info

▶️ Attila Fias | Jazz Groove Project | Classical & Jazz | 7-9pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $40-$49 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ VANIC | Electronic & Techno | 9:30pm | Capital Ballroom | $28-$42 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Houseworx - DJ Soo(Van) OB1Keoni Löblová Balencia | Electronic & Techno | 10pm | Lucky Bar | $23 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ LOVE ME JEJE: AN AFRO-RNB EXPERIENCE VICTORIA | World Beats | 10pm | Studio 919 | $12 | Tickets & Info

Sunday, March 29th

▶️ FREE DRUMMING WORKSHOP (March 2026) | World Beats | 1-2:15pm | Fairfield Community Centre - Garry Oaks Room, 1335 Thurlow Road, Victoria, BC, V8S 5K2 | Free | Tickets & Info

▶️ Sunday Afternoon Jam | Indie & Rock | 3-7pm | The Loft Pub * 229 Gorge Rd. E. | Free | Tickets & Info

▶️ Kluxen & Brantelid – Prokofiev and Mendelssohn’s Scottish | Classical & Jazz | 2:30pm | Royal Theatre | $39 | Tickets & Info

▶️ String Chamber Music Concert | Classical & Jazz | 7:30-9:30pm | Phillip T. Young Recital Hall | Free | Tickets & Info

▶️ Flamenco Tablao - March 29, 2026 | World Beats | 7pm | The Mint Restaurant | $30 | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ MRG LIVE PRESENTS THE BARR BROTHERS | Indie & Rock | 8pm | McPherson Playhouse 3 Centennial Square Victoria | $41+ | Tickets & Info

▶️ Sugar | Funk & Soul | 9pm-1am | The Irish Times Pub | Free | Tickets & Info

✴️▶️ Drook, with locals A Recorded Dawn, and Numbskull | Metal & Punk | 8pm | Little Fernwood | $15 | Tickets & Info

▶️ The Island Big Band | Classical & Jazz | 7-9pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $20-$27 | Tickets & Info

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