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Weekend Events Planner
A weekend for the books!
Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
September 19, 2024
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Hey LampPosters! Another big weekend coming up - as always, stay safe and have fun!
This Weekend’s Categories
✴️ = Popular Events
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Sunday Issue
Did you miss our Sunday issue? It’s got a ton of other events going on throughout the week, make sure you’re not missing out!
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Community Events
Friday, September 20 | 4:00 - 8:00pm / 12:00 - 7:00pm | The Langford Station | Free
Come for the City of Langford’s Food Truck & Music Festival at The Station all weekend! Enjoy live music, over 20 food vendors, magic, crafts, and performances across two stages.
Saturday, September 21 | 12:00 - 10:00pm | Market Square | $5
Join in on the final Big Patio of 2024 with beer, live music from Juice and The Pickups, food by Good Time Glizzy and The Drake, plus a fresh beer release from Small Gods! Prast!
Saturday, September 21 | 6:00 - 8:00pm | Luna Collective | Free
Grab your pals for a spicy shopping night at Luna Collective with Intamo Pleasure Boutique! Explore s3x toys, merch, and more, with demos, toy education, and expert advice available!
Saturday, September 21 | 12:00 - 6:00pm | Junction Orchard Cidery | Free
Hit up the orchard with the whole fam-jam this weekend! Games for Kids, Face painting, Fall Photo Booth, and fall festivities to be had!
Saturday, September 21 | 10:00am - 6:00pm | Uptown Courtyard | Free
A vibrant day of shopping and community spirit in the Uptown Courtyard, right outside of Best Buy! Handmade gifts, local treats, or just get into the fall spirit.
Saturday, September 21 | 11:00am - 3:00pm | Carr House on Government | By Donation
This art market will feature handmade art and gifts by local artists part of the Friends of Emily art group. Complimentary refreshments included.
Saturday, September 21 | 11:00am - 5:00pm | Market Square | Free
The ReLove market is back this weekend! Indulge in local music, a plethora of vintage clothing and vendors, and some snacks!
Saturday, September 21 | 5:30pm | Oaklands Community Centre | $5 - 10 Suggested
Calling on the Queer community for a lovely dinner at Oaklands! Call 250-370-9101 to reserve your spot!
✴️🎪 Dip Fest
Saturday, September 21 | 4:30 - 9:00pm | Cadboro Bay | Free
This is going to be absolutely insane! UVIC Polardippers are brining in live music, volleyball, local vendors and a beach race all at Cadboro bay. Don't forget your swimsuit!
Sunday, September 22 | 1:00 - 4:00pm | 505 Marigold Ave | Free
Meet, mingle and story swap with other scouts members in the Victoria region. Catch the legendary garage sale too!
Sunday, September 22 | 11:30am | Shambhala Meditation Centre | By Donation
An annual potluck gathering! Visit after a morning mediation which can be found here.
Friday, September 20 | 10:00am - 6:00pm | Victoria Conference Centre | $81 ($27 for Students)
BSides is a community event with a focus on cyber-security! Network, listen to talks, and collaborate with other businesses on the intricacies of protecting technology.
Fall Fairfield
An annual celebration of the fall season in the heart of Fairfield!
Free, all-ages festival featuring live performances, vendor market, crafts, pie contest, beer gardens and more!
Make sure to come ready to snuggle rescued furry friends, vote for the biggest vegetable at the Harvest Contest, chat with someone you don’t know with Meet A Stranger Project, enter a draw to win an Afternoon Tea at Abkhazi Gardens, and more!
Sunday, September 22nd | 12:00 - 4:00pm | Robert Porter Park (1350 Fairfield Rd.) | Free!
Performing Arts
Saturday, September 21 | 10:30am - 1:00pm | Esquimalt Town Square | Free
Celebrate the 19th year of Esquimalt's Story Festival with an exciting lineup of storytellers. Enjoy a by-donation lunch from the Lion's Club, with proceeds supporting the Macaulay literacy program.
Friday, September 20 | 8:00 - 10:00pm | theDock | $35
Three pole dancers, three drag artists, and two burlesque performers, each prepared to deliver a barrier smashing construct of 'The Office'!
Saturday, September 21 | 7:00 - 9:00pm | Victoria Event Centre | $30 - 40
Melanin Magic burlesque is back! Were celebrating our third birthday in the spiciest, most fiery, and vivacious way we know how…..giving it to you hot with the juiciest Latinx burlesque babes around.
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Sports & Athletic Events
Friday, September 20 | 6:30am | Switch Bridge | Free
Chill 32km mixed terrain ride finishing with some donuts and fresh 11 speed coffee!
Friday, September 20 | 7:00 - 9:00pm | Boulderhouse Victoria | $19+ (Membership dependant)
Come climb together in an inclusive and approachable setting with BH coaches! This event is for all skill levels and is great way to meet new friends.
Saturday, September 21 | 9:00am | 470 Bellville St. | Free
Starting on Bellville St. then heading out to the breakwater before heading back to Good Earth Coffee!
Saturday, September 21 | 11:00am start | Vic West | Non-perishable Food Item
Kickflip into the weekend with a S.K.A.T.E. Tournament on the court at Vic West. Register by messaging this @influenceboardship with your name, age and stance! Winner gets $500.
Sunday, September 22 | | Ross Durance | Free
Fernwood social run club is meeting at Mt. Work for a hike (rain or shine) then stopping in at Junction Cider for pizza and beer! Check the WhatsApp for carpooling (on Instagram).
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Arts & Creative Events
Friday, September 20 | 6:30 - 8:30pm | Habit Coffee on Pandora | $88
You're going to get the supplies and guidance to make your own spring fountain! Imagine flexing this to your friends in your house. Sweet!
Saturday, September 21 | 2:00pm | Epic Games | $40
The newest Magic the Gathering deck is dropping on the 27th of September, get in some action with the community with this prerelease! Register in person at 1:30pm.
Saturday, September 21 | 10:00am - 12:00pm | Provided Upon Registration | $40
This fall weather just makes you want to make something. Get a new catalogue, make cards, eat treats and win prizes! Contact Tanya and Kate through Facebook to register.
Saturday, September 21 | 1:45 - 4:00pm | Haus of Owl: Creation Lab | $25
This intimate film mixer is a great chance to meet people in the community, see their projects and get inspired to create. Email [email protected] to register.
Learning & Workshops
Friday, September 20 | Various | Intrepid Theatre | $27 Performances / $107 Full Weekend
Neurodivergent 2SLGBTQ+ adults can join storyteller Holly M. Brinkman for a weekend storytelling workshop. Participate in performances, including a Friday show and Sunday showcase.
Friday, September 20 | 9:30am - 12:00pm | Canadian College Of Performing Arts | $54
A talented group of readings will be taking place this weekend for the Victoria Festival of Authors. Engage with Maia Caron, Jen Currin and Susan Juby on Saturday and Sunday. Link to view workshops!
Unveiling of Bernina’s newest top-of-the-line sewing and embroidery machine! We don't sew but this machine actually looks so cool.
Saturday, September 21 | 1:00pm | The Chocolate Project | $10
A special tasting event featuring Canada's first bean-to-bar maker, SOMA's holiday treats, and international chocolates. Class tickets include discounts on all products in the store!
Saturday, September 21 | 1:00pm (Others available) | Rockslide Gallery | $75
Get creative, have fun, and make REAL Pressed Flower Frames in a private studio in downtown. There are tons of times available for this!
Saturday, September 21 | 8:00pm | Ukrainian Cultural Centre | $15
$15 cash at the door gets you into a 30 minute beginner lesson, then social dancing till midnight!
Saturday, September 21 | 6:30 - 9:30pm | The Hub Fernwood Market | $60
This workshop is a light-hearted, immersive introduction into the delightful world of sensual and erotic herbalism!
Sunday, September 22 | 1:30 - 4:00pm | The Union Club of British Columbia | $100
Are you a small to medium-sized business owner wondering how to sell your business? Does it seem overwhelming? Don't know how or where to start? This is your place!
Volunteering
Saturday, September 21 | 12:00 - 7:00pm | Ukrainian Canadian Cultural Society | Free
Pinchin' perogy's and hanging out with babushkas! This is sure to be a healing and community experience.
Saturday, September 21 | 9:30 - 11:30am | St. Lukes Church | Free
Many hands makes light work they say! Drop into St. Lukes in the morning to lend a helping hand.
Student Section
✴️🏃♂️ Dodge in the Dark
Friday, September 20 | 7:00 - 10:00pm | CARSA | Free
A couple spots left for Dodge in the Dark tomorrow night! Grab your friends or join a team solo!
Saturday, September 21 | 11:00am | Mt. Tzouhalem Kaspa Rd | Free
The first chainless race of the semester! DM for a ride up to Mt. Tzouhalem and get the chance to win some sweet prizes!
Saturday, September 21 | 11:00am Both Days | Lynne ""Buzz"" Beecroft Field | $5 - 9
A double header hits weekend as the coastal teams face one another at UVIC!
Saturday, September 21 | 10:00am | Trail Head Ross Durrance Road | Free
Lots of new Victoria residents in the WUSC group now that school has started! A great way to meet new people and expand your network. DM WUSC for a ride!
Sunday, September 22 | 12:00 - 3:00pm | Cadboro Bay | Free
UVIC General Assembly for Students in Earth and Ocean Sciences! Spikeball and hanging with BBQ!
Brett Smith Daniels & His Band
Another awesome live show at the UVic campus pub, this time with the highly-acclaimed Brett Smith Daniels & His Band. The singer-songwriter has played with a huge variety of other talented artists, and he’ll be rockin’ & rollin’ live on Friday for you!
Friday, September 27th | 7:30 - 10:30pm | Felicita’s Pub | Free!
Live Music & Concerts
Friday, September 20
▶️Bad Monkey | Rock/Pop | 7:00 - 10:00pm | The Loft Pub |
▶️Mind Garden presents aenniae b2b looting | Electronic/Bass | Mind Garden presents aenniae b2b looting | The Nook (address given on email) | $27
✴️▶️80's Night | 80's Hits | 10:30pm - 2:00am | Lucky Bar | $10 - 15
▶️Olly Watt X Kimbz | Dance/Electronic | 10:00pm | Upstairs | $10+
Saturday, September 21
▶️Paul Gellman Trio | Jazz/Piano | 7:00 - 9:00pm | Caffe Fantastico Kings | $20 or PWYC
✴️▶️Ukrainian Songs at the Abkhazi Garden | Classical | 11:00am - 5:00pm | Abkhazi Gardens | By Donation
▶️Seb C | Electronic/Dance | 10:00pm | Upstairs | $10+
▶️2000s Night | 2000s Club Hits | 7:00 - 11:00pm | Medusa Shot House | $0 - 10
▶️Thorns & Roses | Rock Classics | 7:00 - 10:00pm | The Loft Pub | $10 By Donation
▶️Country Jam | Country | 1:00 - 6:30pm | Esquimalt Legion | Free
✴️▶️Deepwest meets Resonance, farewell to summer throwdown. | Dub/Jungle/DnB/Techno | 6:00pm - 2:00am | 3267 Tennyson Ave | $20 - 27
Sunday, September 22
▶️Sunday Sessions | Country/Guitar | 12:00 - 6:00pm | Junction Cidery | Free
▶️Vinyl Wave Live Music at the Stonehouse Pub | Vinyl Wave on the patio! | 1:00 - 4:00pm | Stonehouse Pub - Canoe Cove | Free
▶️The Afters @ Nook | Bass/Electronic | 2:00 - 6:00am | The Nook | $27
✴️▶️Best of Broadway | Broadway Hits | 2:30pm | Royal Theatre | $29+
▶️Shanna Dance Quartet | Jazz | 4:00 - 5:00pm | St. Lukes Church | Free
✴️▶️SO BRR Sundays ft. Barbie Aphelion | Hypnotic Techno | 7:00 - 10:00pm | Quadratic Sound | Sliding Scale $10 - 25 (BIPOC+Trans $5)
▶️Lee Reed & Test Their Logik with Pindian | Rap | 7:00 - 8:00pm | Little Fernwood | $10 - 20
▶️Goldie Boutilier: The Actress Tour | Alt-Country/Pop/Disco | 7:00pm | Capital Ballroom | $25 + Fees
✴️▶️Rob Fillo at Rod and Penny’s | Guitar/Singing | 7:00pm | Rod and Penny's House (Given on purchase) | $18 - 20
▶️Yiddish Columbia State Orchestra | Orchestra Jazz | 9:45 - 11:00pms | Pagliacci's | Free
▶️Terra Spencer | Sunset: Canadian Release Tour | Jazz/Swing | 7:00 - 9:00pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $25
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