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Weekend Events Planner
💡 Fall events to keep you creative and active!
Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
September 26, 2024
Hey LampPosters - starting today off with a HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT!
Our new🎉 website 🎉 has launched! Now you can find events easier than ever AND find them weeks in advance to make sure you’re not missing out on anything around town.
This Weekend’s Categories
✴️ = Popular Events
Find the full list of events online! 👇
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!
Featured
Nightmare on Yates
Dockside! Dysania! Earth Freaks! All coming together for an epic Halloween show! This one is selling out FAST so get on your tickets soon.
Tickets are selling SUPER fast, so don’t sleep on securing your spot!
October 25th | 7:00 - 10:30pm | Lucky Bar | $17
Truth & Reconciliation Events
Saturday, September 28 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | Art Gallery of Greater Victoria | $305
Learn the traditional art of cedar hat weaving and the important cultural practices connected to the art for Truth & Reconciliation Day. Bring a lunch!
Sunday, September 29 | 2:00 - 3:30pm | Alix Goolden Performance Hall | Free (Cash Donation Suggested)
A special event in honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Hosted by Ry Moran, performing artists include čačumḥi aaron m. wells, mezzo soprano Marion Newman Nege’ga, Conservatory mentor Hip Hop artists Nicole Ermineskin (Nikky E) and Alex Taylor-McCallum, and student Naomi Triebwasser (Nenagwas).
Monday, September 30 | 3:00 - 5:00pm | Oaklands Community Centre | Free
A new mural by Andrea Fritz is being unveiled outside the Oaklands Community Centre, along with a short talk, music, and snacks! Check out the final part of this epic mural project!
Monday, September 30 | 10:0am open, 12:00pm Grand Entry | Royal Athletic Park | Free
The annual South Island Powwow is an opportunity to recognize Survivors and their families in the spirit of reconciliation. There were tons of people here last year so it's guaranteed to be engaging!
Monday, September 30 | 5:30 - 7:30pm | KWENCH | Free
Support Network for Indigenous Women & Women of Colour is hosting to educate about the sacred Indigenous practice of Ribbon Skirt making and the significance it holds within the Indigenous community. Witness testimonies from residential school survivors and more.
Monday, September 30 | 7:15pm | Royal BC Museum | Free
A down-on-his-luck First Nations Archeologist seeking redemption teams up with a group of misfits from the Rez to break into a museum and reclaim sacred artifacts that rightfully belong to their people.
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Community Events
Friday, September 27 | 6:30 - 8:30pm | The Queer Care Collective | Free
The QCC is hosting a low key Trans community gathering. Tea, snacks, and crafts will be available to share, or bring your own! Not a dating event, just simply a place to gather and nourish the souls
Saturday, September 28 | 5:30pm | The Canadian brewhouse & Grill | $64
Lobster - that's reason enough to attend this event. But there's ALSO a chance to win a $500 seafood voucher and a mini fridge! Salad, mac n' cheese, and fresh Atlantic lobster on the menu!
Saturday, September 28 | 4:00 - 10:00pm | Victoria Edelweiss Club | $23-$55
A gala dinner complete with red carpet and after party! Cultural performances, Nigerian cuisine, and fantastic music - all to celebrate the rich heritage of Nigeria! Package tickets available!
Saturday, September 28 | 10:00am - 12:00pm | Oaklands Community Centre | Free
Oaklands had such a hoot last plus size clothing swap, that they're doing it again!
Saturday, September 28 | 11:00am - 3:00pm | Langford Station | Free
The 4 Paws and Critter Carnival features a Pet Parade with a Best Dressed Contest, puppuccinos, agility course, vendors, raffles, and fun contests like the Best Look-Alike. Meet local rescues too!
🌳 Tree Day
Saturday, September 28 | 1:00 - 4:00pm | First Metropolitan Church Courtyard (Next to Vinyl Envy) | Free
Workshops, games, a guided neighbourhood tree walk and tree free saplings for you to bring home! Come learn more about local trees and get your own baby tree to plant.
Saturday, September 28 | 11:00am - 5:00pm | Upcycle Collective | A Coffee
With the Second Hand Shop Around punch card going on in October, this is a great way to scout out consignment, drink some coffee and hang with friends!
Saturday, September 28 | 12:00pm - 10:00pm | The Drake Eatery | Free
Mark your calendars and make sure to join us for our 11th annual, fall Wild & Sour event. A chance to celebrate the passionate brewers who continue to produce traditional method, wild fermented, sour beers.
Saturday, September 28 | 10:00am - 2:00pm | Wheeley Hall, Esquimalt United Church | Free
Bring your bring a bag of clean clothes and SWAP for something new! Feel free to bring some toys, books, and other misc items in good condition.
Sunday, September 29 | 4:15 - 8:30pm | Church of Truth | $12 - 15
A vibrant evening of Latin social dancing, themed around Mexican Independence Day! 🇲🇽 Come dressed in Mexican colors—green, white, and red. Last Sunday of every month.
Sunday, September 29 | 11:30am | Meet at Oak Bay Marina | Free
This is an annual event where Harley Davidson motorcycle owners ride from the Oak Bay Marina to the Victoria Flying Club. Keep your eyes peeled or join in!
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Performing Arts
Sunday, September 29 | Shows at 6:30, 7:30, 8;30pm | Intrepid Theatre | $10 - 20 Sliding
Paper Street Theatre presents an eclectic evening of improvised theatre featuring students from our Masters Program.
Friday, September 27 | 7:00pm Doors | Archer Art Gallery | $15
Luke Jonathan, Dylan Williams and Lucia Ribeiro at Archer tomorrow evening! Door tickets so get there on time!
Whether you're a curious individual, a savings-minded family, a forward-thinking business, or a cost-focused entrepreneur, Learning Bitcoin welcomes you with open arms.
This one-day event is designed to empower individuals, families, businesses, and entrepreneurs with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the world of Bitcoin with confidence. Their inclusive approach ensures that everyone, regardless of their background or experience level, can embark on a journey of discovery and empowerment.
Saturday, September 28th | Crystal Garden | 9:00am - 4:00pm | $79 - $259 (VIP)
Sports & Athletic Events
Saturday, September 28 | 3:00 - 5:00pm | Boomtown | $10 to watch, $30 to participate
A true feat of fitness and human capability. This is going to be absolutely hectic and fun + all proceeds are going to the Vancouver Island Crisis Society.
Saturday, September 28 | 9:00am | Churros&Mor | Free
Meeting at Churros&Mor the crew will be hitting a 7.5km out and back run with a treat at the end (can you guess what it is?!).
Sunday, September 29 | 9:30 - 10:30am | Greater Victoria BMX Association | $20
We didn't know there was a BMX community here, but alas! It's race weekend and you can win some cash, volunteer and make some new friends!
Sunday, September 29 | 10:00am | Cook X Dallas | Free
Cooldown is back this week on Sunday! Meet some like minded individuals who enjoy running and socializing!
Arts & Creative Events
Sunday, September 29 | 9:30am - 12:00pm | The Hub Fernwood | $120
Quadfecta combination! Trista Johnston & Jeffrey Roberts bring you through an engaging ceremony to have guests leaving like they just took a vacation.
Friday, September 27 | 1:00 - 3:00pm | Carr House National Historic Site | $33
Painting like the legendary Emily Carr while at the beautiful historic site. Quite the combo! This week you can unleash your creativity painting birds with Helga Strauss.
Friday, September 27 | 9:30am - 1:30pm | Given upon registration | Free
A morning of ecological restoration with our awesome community of volunteers and stewards!
Saturday, September 28 | | Carr House National Historic Site | $33
Join in for a relaxing day of getting that creative spark going with vision board planning for mediums and genres you want to get into this fall.
Saturday, September 28 | 10:45am - 3:00pm | Gauntlet Games | $10
Crisis Protocol is a tabletop miniatures game where players battle using Marvel superheroes and villains. Gauntlet games is hosting a tournament so you can meet other players and win store prizes!
Sunday, September 29 | 11:00am - 8:00pm | Fernwood Community Centre | $10
An IN PERSON Lam + Furaze Smash Ultimate tournament! This is 100% one of those things you hear about and wish you could attend or play in. $125 pot up for grabs!
If the post cuts off, that means there’s too many events for the email! Head here to read the full post.
Learning & Workshops
Sunday, September 29 | 6:00 - 7:30pm | Macaloney's Island Distillery & Twa Dogs Brewery | $25
Head over to Macaloney's Island Distillery for a fun Cocktail Masterclass with our award winning whiskies and some innovative new creations! A great way to spend the longer weekend.
Saturday, September 28 | 6:30 - 7:45 | 481 Head St #3 | $33 - 40
Engage in restorative Pranayama, intention setting, and deep listening with sound therapy for somatic expansion. Bring comfort items like mats, blankets, and layers for relaxation.
Student Section
Friday, September 27 | 2:00 - 4:00pm | UVIC Campus Garden | Free
Come volunteer at the campus garden! No experience required, just pruning, pulling weeds and hanging out with people that are down to earth and happy to be there.
Friday, September 27 | 5:50 - 9:00pm | Vertigo in SUB | Free
Enjoy the cuisines of different cultures with friends and the UVic African-Caribbean Student's Association! Dress up in your best cultural wear!
Friday, September 27 | 3:00pm | CARSA | Free
27km/hr for 2 -3 hours. Get it in before the rain starts!
Friday, September 27 | 10:10 - 11:40pm | Ian Stewart Complex | Free
Free for friends of the UVIC Figure Skating Club to get in on the action at Ian Stewart. Bring your own skates.
Live Music & Concerts
Friday, September 27
▶️Guitar Open Mic | Guitar | 6:30 - 9:00pm | Caffe Fantastico Kings | Free | Tickets & Info
▶️Kimbz & Jansom | House/Club | 10:00pm | Upstairs | $10 | Tickets & Info
Saturday, September 28
▶️Juice & Eshe | House/Club | 10:00pm | Upstairs | $10 | Tickets & Info
▶️Tropical Groove Party | Tropical/Groove/Latin | 9:00pm - 1:00am | Medusa Shot House | $15 - 25 | Tickets & Info
▶️Joshua Hyslop | Folk | 7:30 - 10:00pm | Vinyl Envy | $23 | Tickets & Info
▶️St. Cecilia | Women in music classics | 9:00pm | Irish Times | Free | Tickets & Info
✴️▶️We Are North Park Concert Series | Indie/Folk/Psych Pop | 6:00 - 9:00pm | 932 Balmoral Road | Free | Tickets & Info
✴️▶️Tres Beaches Victoria Pop Up Party | High Energy Club/House | 9:00pm - 2:00am | Wicket Hall | $15 - 20 | Tickets & Info
Sunday, September 29
✴️▶️Dubversified Culture: Monty x Two Swords | UKG / 140 / D&B | 9:00pm - 2:00am | Upstairs | $32 online / $40 doors | Tickets & Info
▶️Two Swords & Friends at Upstairs | Pop/Club | 9:00pm - 2:00am | Upstairs | $29 - 32 | Tickets & Info
✴️▶️Kluxen - Mozart's Prague Symphony | Classical Mozart | 2:30pm | The Farquhar at UVIC | $29 | Tickets & Info
▶️Cory Weeds Quartet celebrates Fraser MacPherson: Concert and Book Launch | Jazz | 7:00 - 9:00pm | Hermann's Jazz Club | $20 + Fees | Tickets & Info
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