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Weekend Events Planner

💡 Late night shows, open mic nights, and tons of holiday events!

Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
December 12, 2024

Hey LampPosters! As always, there are a ton of events going on this week - if you missed our Sunday issue, make sure to check it out so you don’t miss any events.

Take a peep at events from our friends at Ok, Dope & Volunteer Victoria, enjoy the weekend and, as always, stay safe! 💖

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Featured

In the spirit of Conan O’Brien and other late night show legends…

The Late Night Show with Nash Park

✴️ Friday, December 13th | 7pm & 10pm | $30 | Live at The Mint! ✴️

The Late Night Show with Nash Park Live at The Mint! The Late Night Show is a combination of improv, stand-up, and sketch all within the structure of a classic late night talk show.

In the spirit of The Tonight Show starring Johnny Carson and Late Night with Conan O’brien this live variety show will feature comedic monologues, hilarious sketches, multiple guests, improvisation, pre taped commercials, and a live musical guest!

Hosted by Nash Park, improv by Alex Forman, special guests Jenny West + Patricia Masur, musical guest Wes Borg, and featuring Jan Randell and The Late Night Show Band!

❗ Tickets are selling super fast! ❗

Community Events

✴️ 🌈 Happy Holi-Gays

Saturday, December 14 | 7-8pm | Oaklands Community Centre | By donation

Get into the holiday spirit this Saturday with Photos with Drag Santa and Elf! Join for a festive photo session suitable for all ages, while supporting the 2025 Queer Community Dinners. Register for a slot and spread the joy with friends and family.

📿 Coastal Bead Collective and Friends Indigenous Holiday Market

Saturday, December 14 | 3-8pm | 1240 Gladstone Ave. | Free

Come enjoy an evening with around 20 Indigenous artists showcasing their talent from different regions. Bring a small contribution for local food banks in Lekwungen territory. Let's give back to the community together!

✴️ 🧚🏽 Pride Under the Lights

Saturday, December 14 | 6-8pm | Centennial Sq. | Free

Get ready to sparkle and celebrate at Pride under the Lights! Show off your best light-themed, holiday-inspired, disco, or original outfit for a chance to win prizes. Enjoy performances, a silent disco, free trolley rides, and photo ops.

🍬 Candy Cane Lane

Saturday, December 14 | 9:30am-4pm | Saanich Fairgrounds | By donation

Get ready for the Candy Cane Lane Winter Festival! Shop for unique gifts from local artisans, enjoy tasty treats and drinks, and bring the kids for fun activities like crafts and photos with Santa. Your donation supports a great cause, benefiting CFAX Santa's Anonymous charity fund. Come spread cheer and make

🏡 Abkhazi Garden Festive Market

Saturday, December 14 | 11am-4pm | Abkhazi Garden | By donation

Get ready for an amazing Festive Market featuring beautiful swags, culinary wreaths, and table centerpieces. Don't miss out on teacup bird feeders, hellebores, wooden bowls, and trees. Local woodturner Duncan Kemp will showcase his stunning creations too.

🎄 Belmont Bulldogs - Holiday Market

Saturday, December 14 | 10am-4pm | Belmont Secondary School | By donation

Over 50 local vendors gather at Belmont School with eats n' treats, crafts, and cool gifts to compliment photos with Santa, cookie decorating, and door prizes!

🍺 Beer & Board Night

Saturday, December 14 | 6-9pm | Caffe Fantastico | Free

Come to the Roastery for a fun night! Try the new chef's menu, enjoy BC beers on tap, and sip on wine or cider. Happy Hour prices from 4-9pm. Play games and have a blast with friends & fam.

❄️ Aunty Collective Winter Market

Sunday, December 15 | 11am-5pm | 2620 Rock Bay Ave. | $20

The first one was so fun that the winter market at Aunty Collective is coming back for year two! Entry by donation OR get a $20 ticket for a limited edition Aunty Collective tote bag and a holiday cocktail!

✴️ 🧑🏽‍🎨 Indigenous Artist Market

Sunday, December 15 | 10am | Royal BC Museum | Free

Check out the Winter edition of the Royal BC Museum Indigenous Artist Market featuring Indigenous artists and makers - check out (or buy!) unique pieces, chat with the artists, and get a taste of the culture. Plus, free admission, food, and drinks!

🌃 Artisan Night Market

Sunday, December 15 | 5pm | Meet on Blanshard | Free

Enjoy a dinner while browsing through goods from local artisans offering some sweet, locally-made Christmas gifts! Support local artists and find the perfect presents for your family.

🎤 Community Christmas Sing-a-Long

Sunday, December 15 | 3:30pm | Tillicum Centre | Free

Get into the holiday spirit with a cheerful Sing-a-Long event! Enjoy festive music and free refreshments at Tillicum Centre - fun for the whole community! Event will be on the lower level of the mall.

🤶🏽 Christmas Misfits Market

Sunday, December 15 | 11am-4pm | Little Fernwood | Free

Check out the Christmas Misfits Market by Hot n' Horny Markets! Swing by for unique and quirky gifts, festive treats, and a fun holiday atmosphere. Admission is free, so don’t miss the fun!

🎁 Holiday Sing-A-Long Event at Hotel Zed

Sunday, December 15 | 2-5pm | Hotel Zed | Free

Come hang out with us for a Holiday Sing-A-Long at Grandma’s Basement! You don't need to be a pro singer, just come have a blast with free hot cocoa, cider, and cookies. Let's make new holiday traditions together with crafting, sing-alongs, cookie decorating, festive.

Featured

A wholesome, fun night in support of mental health

✴️ Open Mic Night ✴️

Thursday, December 19th | The Mint | 7pm | By donation

Celebrate the warmth of community during the holiday season at Together & Bright: A Community Open Mic for Mental Health!

Join for a night of stories, music, and connection at The Mint, raising our voices to support mental wellness and belonging.

The holidays can be a lonely time for many, but events like these give us a chance to connect with each other & build community. Whether you perform, share a story, or simply come to listen, you’ll be part of a wholesome night supporting the Mental Health Society of Greater Victoria.

Let’s make this season feel a little less lonely—together.

Performing Arts

🎄 Keeping PACE with Christmas!

Friday, December 13 | 7pm | Isabelle Reader Theatre | $17

A Holiday family show with music, dance, and fun for the whole fam! Also running Saturday at 2 & 7pm, and Sunday at 2pm.

✴️ 👧🏼 GIRLS NIGHT

Saturday, December 14 | 9pm-1am | Medusa Shot House | $12

Don't miss the adult dance school performance by Canned Heat, followed by DJs Asoapy and Karma Jai spinning tunes until closing time. Expect non-stop music from girls all night long, plus dancing & fun!

If the post cuts off, that means there’s too many events for the email! Head here to read the full post.

Sports & Athletic Events

🚵🏾 SIMBS Tenner FOUR - Super Ran-D Special

Saturday, December 14 | 9:30am-3pm | 1 Hartland Ave. | $12

Join the Tenner FOUR race on December 14, 2024, sponsored by Hullabaloo Coffee! Honor trailbuilder Randy Tannock's legacy on South Island's challenging routes. Enjoy technical descents, punchy climbs, apres treats, and volunteer opportunities. Race categories for all skill levels.

💃🏼 Flow & Frequency

Sunday, December 15 | 6-8pm | Connie Road (Sooke) | $28

Immerse yourself in a serene forest yurt setting for a transformative wellness experience. Yin Yoga and a Sound Bath led by expert healers promise relaxation and balance, reducing stress and fostering mindfulness. Join the magical FLOW & FREQUENCY event for a chance to win a care package.

Finding events - easier than ever.

Our website makes it easier than ever to find events in Victoria - our newsletters already gather all the upcoming events from more than 70+ sources. With the website, you can also filter by category, price, dates, and popular shows so that you don’t miss shows before they sell out!

On top of that, we’ve added a list of mini-communities you can join - regular meet-ups, clubs, and crews for every interest, whether you like cozy games nights, running clubs, or are looking for queer communities.

— Jared & Simon —

Arts & Creative Events

🎨 Small Warts: An Art Infestation

Saturday, December 14 | 2-8pm | Supply Victoria Creative Reuse | Free

Check out Small Warts: An Art Infestation featuring works from 50 artists. The event is part of a Winter Market with galleries and open studios. Entry is free/donation-based and the building is wheelchair accessible!

🍅 Exhibition Opening - From Warhol to Banksy

Saturday, December 14 | 10am-5pm | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria | $15

The opening day of a cool exhibition, with works from iconic artists like Andy Warhol and Banksy! Check out the Pop Art movement's defining pieces, delve into the artistic evolution of renowned figures, and admire art I will never understand!

💌 Holiday Card Making

Sunday, December 15 | 2-5pm | Community Art Hub | $10

This workshop will walk you through how to make multimedia holiday cards using several tools, including the famous Cricut Digital tool!

✴️ 🖌️ Family Sunday - Season of Celebration

Sunday, December 15 | 2-4pm | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria | $15

Get ready for a super fun Family Sunday at the gallery where you can dive into cool art activities inspired by the Pop Art exhibition. Paint a Warhol-style canvas bag, create graffiti wall stencils, colorful light catchers, and more. Free for visitors 25 and under.

Learning & Workshops

🌿 Home Herbalist Series

Sunday, December 15 | 1-4pm | The Gardens at HCP | $75

Holistic Nutritionist & Herbalist Racheal Schnarr hosts a brief intro to herbalism, medicinal & spiritual uses of herbs, and a hands-on workshop creating herbal bath soak blend, a salve, and a lip balm (plus you get to keep them!).

📽️ Film Mixer

Sunday, December 15 | 2-4pm | Haus of Owl | Price by inquiry

Connect & collaborate with film industry enthusiasts, professionals, and hobbyists! Mix n' mingle, learn from a featured speaker, then more networking!

🎭 Intensive: Building Your Solo Show

Sunday, December 15 | 12-4pm | Intrepid Theatre | $125

Join Dave Morris in a 4-hour workshop to learn techniques for creating your solo show. Whether you want to tell stories or improvise, this session will provide you with new tools to build your own show. By the end, you'll have a structure, scene ideas, and the inspiration to continue.

Live Music & Concerts

Friday, December 13th

Saturday, December 14th

▶️ OTR | Rock / Pop / Blues | 7-11pm | The Rebel Garage | $23 | Tickets & Info

Sunday, December 15th

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