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Weekend Events Planner
💡 Brewing up some scary good events!
Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
October 24, 2024
Hey LampPosters!
It’s Halloween (ish) Weekend! What are you going to be dressing up as and what are you getting up to?
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This Weekend’s Categories
✴️ = Popular Events
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Featured
October 25th (5-9pm) & 26th (10am-5pm) | Mary Winspear Centre | $5
Visit the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney, BC on October 25-26 for a weekend of handcrafted treasures, delicious eats, live music, and youth entrepreneurs!
With 60+ vendors offering unique jewelry, artisanal decor, and gourmet treats, this market is going to be perfect whether you’re a collector of fine crafts or just love a cozy vibe & supporting local artists.
Bring your friends & family, find one-of-a-kind treasures, and enjoy the tasty treats in the warm atmosphere!
Community Events
Saturday, October 26 | 4:00-10:00pm | Herald St. Brew Works | $10 after 6:00pm
The release party of Herald St. Brew Works new stout and tunes from DJ Bill Stuart, 14 Flamingoes and Archivists! Should be a fun evening!
🌀 Bazaar
Saturday, October 26 | 9:00am-1:00pm | Monterey Recreation Centre | Free
Hosted by Friends of Monterey Centre, find everything from knitwear, sewing, crafts, silver and china to records, books, Christmas decorations, puzzles, games and more.
Saturday, October 26 | 11:30am-3:00pm | Phoenix Building UVIC | Free
An all-day event that will provide information about studying theatre at UVic. Get career ideas, meet students, talk to profs and more!
Saturday, October 26 | 12:00 - 3:00pm | Vic West Community Center | Free
A family event to get into the Halloween spirit. Face painting, pumpkin carving, and costume upscaling!
Saturday, October 26 | 10:00am-1:00pm | Moss Street Market | Free
The last outdoor market on Moss Street! Get outside and take in the fresh island air while supporting local.
Saturday, October 26 | 10:00am - 3:00pm | Ukrainian Cultural Centre | Free
Buy, sell and trade the best items in town! Sports cards, Pokémon, comics, vinyl, toys, pop culture and many other genres.
Saturday, October 26 | 11:00am-3:00pm | Oaklands Community Centre | Free
A series of community discussions about activism, inclusion, and DIT community building.
Saturday, October 26 | 1:00-4:00pm | Bucket Shed at the Saanich Operations Centre (1040 McKenzie Avenue) | Free
The District of Saanich is hosting a drop-in information event to share more about the Saanich Operations Centre Redevelopment and rezoning process. If you want your voice heard, this is the place!
Saturday, October 26 | 12:00-6:00pm | Junction Orchard and Cidery | Free
It's your classic Halloween event! Pumpkin carving, candy and fall games. Check out Junction Victoria for more of their activities.
Sunday, October 27 | 11:00am-3:00pm | Government Street (Yates to Broughton) | Free
The streets will be full of vendors, costumes and other fall themed activities this weekend in the return of Wicked Victoria. If you're strolling downtown this is something you'll run into.
Sunday, October 27 | 12:00-3:00pm | #128-1047 Langford Parkway | Free
A FREE family-friendly car with special guests The Superheroes of Victoria! The idea is participants have Halloween candy in the trunks of their cars and everyone can trunk or treat!
Sunday, October 27 | 1:00pm | Carr House | Free
The 4th annual Howl-oween pet parade is back, with prizes for the best dressed pets. Meet other pet owners and see all the cuteness on display!
Sunday, October 27 | 11:20am-1:00pm | Oak Bay United Church | Free
Following church service (only attend if you want!) join in on a craft session and specialty latte station.
Finding events - easier than ever.
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Filter by genre, event categories, price, and dates to find the perfect event for you. Having a hard time picking? We’ve got you covered there, too - spin the events wheel and let it decide for you!
— Jared & Simon —
Performing Arts
Friday, October 25 | 8:00pm | Intrepid Theatre | $29
A powerful improvised play that delves into the heart of loss. Folkd, we're getting some raw, unscripted moments of mourning, where humor and heartbreak come together in unexpected ways.
Saturday, October 26 | 5:00, 7:00 & 9:00pm | Cinecenta | $10
The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a spooky season classic and absolute can't-miss! Catch it at the Cinecenta with costumes VERY encouraged!!
Saturday, October 26 | 8:30-9:40pm | Theatre SKAM | $25
Victoria's best improvisers go head-to-head in weekly, hilarious improv contests where the audience decides the winner!
Saturday, October 26 | 6:30-9:00pm | Caffe Fantastico Kings | Donation
Cafe Runway at Caffe Fantastico! Some drag to spice up or start you evening!
Saturday, October 26 | 11:00am | The Belfry Theatre | Free
In 1939, Indigenous students in a Residential School adapt Shakespeare’s All’s Well That Ends Well for King George’s Canadian tour.
Saturday, October 26 | 7:00/10:00pm | Hecklers Bar and Grill | $22
The first Canadian winner in the 27 year history of the Seattle International Comedy Competition. The Globe & Mail as comedy's new superhero and one of the county's best storytellers. Double header show!
Friday, October 25 | 8:30-9:40pm | Theatre SKAM | $25
Based on the game Cards Against Humanity. The show will feature selected audience members playing the game CAH, with improvisers performing scenes based on their horrible and hilarious cards.
🍽️ Drag Brunch
Saturday, October 26 | 11:00am-1:00pm | The Vicious Poodle | Free
Drag Brunch every Saturday and Sunday featuring Victoria's top drag talent. Seating at 11am, show at noon. Must reserve your spot!
Saturday, October 26 | 7:30-10:30pm | First Met Fellowship Hall | $37+
Running until November 2nd, Crone-o-Phobia is an Island classic that is radical, quirky, and hilarious! This is Automic Vaudeville's 88th running so they know a thing or two. Cult like following type show.
Sunday, October 27 | 7:30-10:00pm | MeeT on Blanshard | $15
A marvellous night of drag performances alongside delicious food & cocktails at MeeT on Blanshard's monthly drag show Herbs & Heels!
Sunday, October 27 | 7:30pm | Paul Phillips Hall | $25
A reclusive Patricia Highsmith faces a determined young publisher, igniting a gripping psychological duel that explores the dark complexities of creativity, identity, and literary legacy. Etransfer to [email protected]
Sunday, October 27 | 7:00-9:00pm | The Mint | $33
A live flamenco performance with singing, dancing, and guitar to wrap up your weekend! 'nuff said!
A message from the Market Collective & The Bay Centre
A Local Handmade Artisan Market
Mark your calendars!
The Fall Fling Market returns to the Bay Centre on November 2nd.
Browse local and handmade artisan gifts, enjoy free 1-hour parking, and receive a free holiday plant if you’re among the first 100 attendees.
Support local creativity and find something special!
Sports & Athletic Events
Friday, October 25 | 7:00-9:00pm | Boulderhouse Langford | By Donation
Come climb together in an inclusive and approachable setting with our BH coaches!
Sunday, October 27 | 9:00am | Legislative Assembly | Free
Every Sunday at 9:00am everyone is welcome to join in on a short run and coffee for free!
Sunday, October 27 | 10:00am | Cook X Dallas | Free
Cooldown Run club every Sunday at 10:00am at Cook and Dallas. Great for entry running and always social.
If the post cuts off, that means there’s too many events for the email! Head here to read the full post.
Arts & Creative Events
Saturday, October 26 | 10:00am-4:00pm | Our Lady of Fatima Roman Catholic Parish | Free
Celebrating 55 years of floral! Over 70 designs available to browse, sales will be on, and tea and snacks available for purchase.
Saturday, October 26 | 10:00am or 2:00pm | Sharp Edge, 342 Wale Road | $65
Slightly out of the way of Victoria, but a charcuterie workshop! Come on! Lee Valley associates will get you making a board almost as pretty as you.
Sunday, October 27 | 9:00am-3:00pm | Malahat Skywalk | Free
Get free entry ($20-$30) at the Skywalk this weekend! Maybe we'll actually go check it out...
Sunday, October 27 | 7:00-8:30pm | Bolen Books | Free
Tanya's showcases her new book The Knowing, with Indigenous Governance Associate Professor, Gina Starblanket. First come first serve seating!
Sunday, October 27 | 6:00-9:00pm | 1921 Fernwood Ave | $113
Learning the art of crafting your very own broom! Imagine doing this then using it for Halloween - that would be so awesome. There will be a focus on somatic awareness during the workshop.
Learning & Workshops
Saturday, October 26 | 1:30-3:30pm | Elk/Beaver Lake Park Nature Centre | Free
Bats, owls, spiders, ravens, and wolves get a bad rap, but they're interesting and cool creatures. Learn about them along with other spooky legends on a nature walk. Bus accessible!
Saturday, October 26 | 10:00am - 12:00pm | Compost Education Centre | Free
Up your composting game in this workshop, where you'll learn how to build rich soil where there was none before using a simple and effective technique called sheet mulching.
Saturday, October 26 | 1:00 - 3:00pm | Compost Education Centre | Free
Growing mushrooms is an art form. This workshop will teach you how to do it at home so that you can always have delicious homegrown mushies on rotation in your kitchen!
Saturday, October 26 | 11:00am-3:00pm | Downtown Vic (Location on Purchase) | $105
5 spots left in this class! Get a breakdown on shutter speed, aperture, ISO and other settings on your camera.
Saturday, October 26 | 1:00-4:00pm | Horticulture Centre Of The Pacific | $40-$50
This monthly class introduces you to 20 new plants each session. All of these plants fit our local climate and can be planted and used to bring your house or garden to life!
Saturday, October 26 | 1:00-4:00pm | Recyclista's | $70
Learn how to safely and effectively maintain, fix, and rebuild bicycles. Whether you're looking to start from scratch or maintain your rig, Recyclista's has you covered.
Saturday, October 26 | 9:00-10:30pm | Green Cuisine | $15
Mindfully taste a surprise single-varietal coffee each week, connect with fellow coffee lovers, & explore flavours in silence & reflection. This would really kick-start your morning, you'd be flyin'!
Sunday, October 27 | 9:00am-1:00pm | Outerbridge Park | Free
A jam packed morning of birds! Catch a guided walk at 9:00, a wonderwalk for kids at 10:00, then two presentations at 11:00 and 12:00 regarding the history of the park and bird window protection!
Sunday, October 27 | 11:30-12:30pm | Welland Orchard | $10
Whether you're a regular visitor, or want to go deeper on how to manage an orchard + learn about the fruit trees and 100+ apple varieties - this by donation tour have you inspired and ready to grow.
Outdoor Opportunities
Sunday, October 27 | 10:00am-12:00pm | Behind the Oak Bay High School along the Bowker Creek Pathway | Free
Restoring the ecosystem so torrential river's aren't so scary? Yes!
Saturday, October 26 | 10:00am-1:00pm | TLC’s Alston-Stewart properties | Free
With the most recent floods and damage, restoration is the best practice to keep water moving slow and controlled. Removing invasive plants allows native ones to thrive! Be sure to register.
Saturday, October 26 | 10:00am-12:00pm | Easy Copley Park Picnic Table | Free
Help Saanich Parks and Peninsula Streams restore the beauty of Gabo Creek by planting native species that support local wildlife and enhance biodiversity!
Saturday, October 26 | 10:00-2:00pm | 1216 North Park | $15-$20
So you need to bring the apples for this one, BUT if you've been apple picking recently ('tis the season) you're probably wondering what the heck to do with them all. Bring your containers and get it done in town!
Student Section
Friday, October 25 | 6:30-8:30pm | Vertigo Lounge UVIC | Free
A new zine is coming from the Environmental Studies Student Association 'ESSENCE'. Meet the artists and catch some vendors at the launch party.
Friday, October 25 | 8:00pm | Felicita's Pub | Free
Costume Party @ Felicita's Pub. Dress up like you're a main character.
Live Music & Concerts
Friday, October 25
▶️the Oogie Boogie Get Down + with Tarran the Tailor and Mr. Dr. Brotherman | Rock | 8:00-11:30pm | Wheelies Motorcycles | $15 | Tickets & Info
▶️Spooky Fall at Medusas Shot House | Club/Pop | 9:00pm-1:00am | Medusa Shot House | $10-$15 | Tickets & Info
▶️Pop Punk Party | Pop/Punk | 4:30-10:30pm | Quadra House (DM Bands for Address) | $20 Cash Physical Only | Tickets & Info
▶️A Rock Steady Halloween | Rock and Roll | 7:30pm-12:30am | Esquimalt Legion | $10-$15 | Tickets & Info
▶️Taking The Mic Improv + Open Mic | Various | 7:30pm | Maple Room - Sticky Wicket | $10 | Tickets & Info
Saturday, October 26
▶️Pablo Cardenas presents Gershwin in Havana | Cuban/Jazz/Blues | 7:00-9:00pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $30 | Tickets & Info
▶️Nightmare At Brew House | Pop/Club | 10:00pm-2:00am | Canadian Brewhouse | $20 | Tickets & Info
▶️Dr. Jekyll & Mr Hyde Screening + Live Music | Movie Soundtrack | 7:30-9:00pm | Christ Church Cathedral | $12 | Tickets & Info
▶️All Hallow's Eve Silent DJ Dance | Fiddle/Various Silent Disco Channels | 7:00-9:00pm | Church of Truth | $12-$20 | Tickets & Info
▶️Thorn and Roses | Rock and Roll | 7:00-10:30pm | The Hallway | By Donation | Tickets & Info
Sunday, October 27
▶️Goldberg Variations | Classical Strings | 7:00-8:30pm | CFB Esquimalt Wardroom | $25 | Tickets & Info
▶️Flamenco Tablao | Latin | 7:00 - 9:00pm | The Mint | $33 | Tickets & Info
▶️So Brr Barbieland | Pop | 7:00 - 10:00pm | Quadratic Sound | $12-$23 | Tickets & Info
▶️Beethoven Symphony No 5 | Classical | 2:30pm | Royal Theatre | $34+ | Tickets & Info
▶️Susannah Adams - Album Release | Jazz Vocals | 7:00-9:00pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $25 | Tickets & Info
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