Weekend Planner

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Jared Leary & Simon Larocque
June 13, 2024

✴️ = Popular Events

A misty day on the coast by @jakobwyne. Tag @lamppost.vic to have your Vancouver Island photos featured on our next issue!

Phillips Backyard Music Festival

July 5 - 7 | August 9 - 11

Phillips Backyard is right around the corner, (seriously where is the time going) and we couldn’t be more excited! I mean come on! Look at this line-up! Saint Motel, Noah Cyrus, the locals Posh Coat and OK Charlie, Surf Hat and ooooh Back on ‘74 - its Jungle!

A day ticket is going to run you $106, or if you’re like us and can’t get enough of all of these musical phenoms, pick up the weekend pass for $272. Need all 6 days of the summer filled up? Save some cash on the Double-Weekend Pass on an entire festival experience for $505

Hopefully the Dinosour Slushies and Dreamsicle Popsicles will be in the mix!

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!

Fairfield Gonzales Community Dinner 🍲

Friday, June 14 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM | Fairfield Community Centre | $10

This week, the community centre is serving up falafel pita wraps and salad! This is the last dinner until October so, swing in and say hello!

Vancouver Island Collectors Show 👻

Saturday, June 15 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Ukrainian Cultural Centre | Free

Sports cards, comics, vinyl, toys, pop-culture collectibles, and many other items you can add to your collection.

Victoria Gem Show 🪨

Saturday, June 15 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Pearkes Recreation Centre | $8 - $12

Happening all weekend long! Enjoy 50+ of premier mineral, jewel and gem vendors across the nation in Western Canada’s largest gem show.

✴️ Heirloom Linens Massive Yard Sale 🪡

Saturday, June 15 | 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM | Heirloom Linens | Free

A fantabulous opportunity to snag new linens, housewares, bath products and cozy clothing for a great deal!

Victoria Cat Rescue Society Tea and Bazaar 😸

Saturday, June 15 | 1:00 - 4:00 PM | Knox Presbyterian Church | Free

The group of volunteers has been working hard to put this on! Indulge in strawberry shortcake, plants, arts & crafts, a silent auction and more!

Point Hope Maritime Open House & Job Fair ⚓

Sunday, June 16 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | 345 Harbour Road | Free

Join in on shipyard tours, a model shipbuilding exhibit, live music, and traditional dancers. Come get in the know!

Haus of Owl Film Mixer 🍿

Saturday, June 15 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM | Haus of Owl | $10

An evening connecting and collaborating with others interested in the Film industry in Victoria!
For tickets, email [email protected]

Haus of Owl Open Screen 🎥

Saturday, June 15 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM | Haus of Owl | $10

Join a crew of filmmakers and film enthusiasts showcasing their work and answering questions about their creations.

SolidarWeed - Cannabis Workers Festival 💨

Saturday, June 15 | 1:00 - 5:00 PM | KWENCH | Free

Get in the know with the BC Bud Union, cultivate connections with others in the scene, win prizes, do workshops, and enjoy some live DJ’s!

Tournament of Bargain Whiskies

Sunday, June 16 | 3:00 PM | The Strath - Maple Room | $25

After selling out earlier this year, the Whiskey Club is back tasting some under $75 liquors. Try 8 different whiskies and find the right one for you!

Westshore Swap Shop Market 👗

Sunday, June 16 | 8:00 - 12:00 PM | Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre | $2

A combo of a community swap and a flea market, craft fair, and farmers market all into one!

Father’s Day Car Show and Picnic 🏎️

Sunday, June 16 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Beacon Hill Park Field (Near Cook) | Free

The 38th Annual Father’s Day British Car Picnic is on! Check out some cool rigs - motorcycles welcome too.

✴️ Sunday Club at the Hub 🏄‍♂️

Sunday, June 16 | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM | The Hub in Sooke | Free

The first EVER! Join in for a community market, art, photography, flowers, surf gear, bikes and more! An Islanders dream!

Weekly & Recurring Events

We’ve rounded up all the weekly and recurring events going on in Victoria in a special issue. Check it out and see about finding your new weekly routine!

✴️ The Victoria Rock Choir 🎤

Tonight | 7:00 PM | First Met Church | By Donation

Rock the night away with the Victoria Rock Choir. 100 rockin' singers and a superb back-up band perform the music of Heart, Blink 182, Joe Cocker, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Talking Heads, The Proclaimers and more!!

Erin Ingle Comedy Show 🗣️

Saturday, June 15 | 7:00 PM | Hecklers Bar and Grill | $22

She’s a crowd favourite at bars and breweries along the Pacific North-West. Seattle’s sharpest stoner and tenderest feminist, with comedy that’s equal parts joy and judgment, she fits right in Victoria!

Veselka Ukrainian Dancers Year End Show 🩰

Sunday, June 16 | 2:00 PM | McPherson Playhouse | $26.75 - $29.75

The Veselka Ukrainian dancers will be performing a variety of dances from the different regions of Ukraine. From ages 4 - 60, the dancers are sure to impress you with their high energy and excitement. Join us in celebrating the vibrant colour and culture of Ukraine.

✴️ Improv Live Featuring HORSEPLAY 😅

Thursday, June 13 | 8:00 PM | The Mint | $15

Improv live from some of the locals! Best believe there will be some horsin’ around!

Amar Singh Comedy Show 💣

Friday, June 14 | 8:00 PM | Fairfield Community Centre | $10

Amar Singh has been featured on JFL Vancouver, OFF-JFL, SiriusXM and has opened for Michael Winslow. A consistent crowd favourite that’s guaranteed to make you crack a smile.

The Outsider - Hilarious Comedy About a Hopeless Politician 👔

Friday, June 14 | 7:30 PM | St. Luke’s Hall | $20.50

Ned Newley doesn’t even want a stand. He’s terrified of public speaking, poll numbers are looking poor, and he’s destined to fail. A hilarious comedy show fitting for todays time!

Vertical Performing Arts Year End Show 👯‍♀️

Friday + Saturday, June 14 + 15 | 6:00 PM / 9:00 PM | Dave Dunnet Theatre | $25

Watch the Vertical Performing Arts crew as the showcase, solos, duets, jazz, ballet and more!

Vic Velodrome Trackfest I 🏟️

Friday + Saturday, June 14 + 15 | 5:00 PM - 12:00 PM | Victoria Velodrome | $15 - $20

The first trackfest of the season is here! Hop into different racing categories that fit you and beat your best times!

Oak Bay Rookie Tennis Tournament 🎾

Saturday, June 15 | 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM | Hecklers Bar and Grill | $22

Get the kiddos movin’ this weekend with this Tennis BC Tournament! Ages are 10 & Under, 12 & Under and 16 & Under

Big Gay Mountain Bike Ride 🚴🏽‍♀️

Saturday, June 15 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Hartland Bike Park | Free

A fun, no-drop, gentle ride on some blue and green trails through Hartland! After bike social happening too!

✴️ Thrifty Foods Skateboard Pool Party 🛹

Saturday, June 15 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Thrifty Bowl Skatepark | Free

Get your pool noodles, helmets, and skateboards! A skater pool party with prizes, great vibes, and room for everyone to shred!

✴️ Sooke Trail Run 👟

Saturday, June 15 | 7:00 AM | Mt. Wells Parking Lot | Free

Get your legs ready this Saturday morning! Z2 10km and Z3 18km options! Let’s get it!

Sunday Night Meditation 🧘🏽‍♂️

Sunday, June 16 | 7:00 - 8:30 PM | Helga Beer Studio | $22

Sports for the brain? We’ve been there, and it ain’t easy! Victoria Insight Meditation Society is supporting the study of Vipassana for this session.

Raymond James Father’s Day Walk/Run

Sunday, June 16 | 10:00 AM | Vancouver Island Technology Park | $40

3k or 5k options to walk or run in support of the Island Prostate Centre.

Windsor Park Crit VCL 🚲

Sunday, June 16 | 8:30 - 11:30 AM | Windsor Park | $40

A hectic morning filled with bike races featuring sponsors from OBB, Hoyne and the Fernwod Inn. Should be a hoot! Register in person 30 minutes before racing.

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

Featured Event: For Dancers Only

For Dancers Only

Saturday, June 15th | 10pm - 2am | Victoria Event Centre | $15 (Door Tickets Only)

🟩Saturday | 9:00 AM - Noon | 16 Eaton Ave

This home is downsizing, snag some lamps, tools, pots, shelves, kitchen stuff, Christmas lights and more!

🟩Saturday | 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM | Seawalk Coop 250 Russel St.

Cheap vinyl, books, movies, CD’s, clothes and other misc items.

🟩Saturday | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Near Hillcrest Elementary

Big garden and garage sale with multiple families contributing! Bonsai trees, cherry trees, pots, furniture, and a lemonade stand!

🟩Saturday | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM | 760 Mapleton Place in Saanich

Several neighbours in the cul-de-sac are getting into the mix on this! Office furniture, art, books, games, puzzles, a stereo system and more!
Cash strongly preferred :)

🟩Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM | 3328 Metchosin Road Colwood

Disguise the Limit Annual Costume Sale!
100’s of costumes and accessories available for sale ranging $5 - $25. Wigs, grad gowns, gangsters, pirates, capes, medieval - a ton!

🟩Saturday | 12:00 - 3:00 PM | Indoor at Christie Point Apartments #10-2861 Craigowan Road - Spruce Building

Star Wars Lego and books, high-viz jackets, bikes, scooters, climbing gear tools, BBQ and more!

🟩Saturday | 9:00 AM | 1091 San Marino Crescent (near the Keg)

The Vic Vixens Dragon Boat Team is holding a fundraising garage sale!

🟩Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | 4918 Townsend Drive

Mid-century furniture, vintage clothing, garden tools and furniture.
Cash only!

🟩Saturday + Sunday | 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 416 Garbally Road

Cat posts, Vintage. Kitchen. Pet supplies. Collectables. Housewares. Jewelry. Crafts. Teacups. Bedding. Furniture. Unique Art, shows etc…

🟩Sunday | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | 1490 Elnido Road

Power tools, furniture, normal tools, toys and more. A solid father's day move?

Nautical Map Chart Art Workshop ⛴️

Friday, June 14 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM | The Maritime Museum | $35

Take the family map making and dive into the rich history of sea navigation and reproposing old nautical charts!

Knit Night 🧶

Friday, June 14 | 4:00 - 8:00 PM | The Spinnacle Yarns | Free

Join in on the Friday night craft circle where you can meet and connect with other crafters. Bring your fiber crafts this week!

BBQ Herb Planter for Dad 🥬

Saturday, June 15 | 10:00 - 11:30 PM | The Gardens at HCP | $40

Wanting to add a little extra onto that BBQ? Create a planter with herbs for Father’s Day!

Pokémon League ⚡

Test your Pokémon skills in Epic Games Weekly tournament running till the end of June!

Sunday, June 16 | 1:00 - 4:00 PM | Epic Games | $5

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✴️ Mushroom Workshop 🍄

Saturday, June 15 | 1:00 - 3:00 PM | Bilston Creek Farm | $50

Join Robin Jackson in this broad discussion of the past, present and future of fungi! Enjoy a mushroom bisque, grow your own mushrooms, and get the answers to any fungi questions you have!

Chocolate Roasting Masterclass 🍫

Saturday, June 15 | 1:00 PM | The Chocolate Project | $10

Take an in depth look at what roasting does to cocoa, and the different flavours that are revealed. Of course many kinds of chocolate bars will be had!

✴️ Managing Data with SQL 👩🏾‍💻

Saturday, June 15 | 1:00 - 4:00 PM | Viatec | $0 - $12

Are you curious about getting into tech? Want to know what the tech scene is like? Want to learn how to code? Try out this workshop!

Introduction to Tarot Reading 🃏

Sunday, June 16 | 2:00 PM | West Coast Creative Spirits | $45

Do you have a some tarot cards lying around but don’t know how to use them? Then this is the class for you!

Bollywood Dance Workshop 👳🏾‍♀️

Sunday, June 16 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM | Westcoast Academy of Performing Arts | $25

Karthik Nats will get you movin’ whether you’re a beginner or experience dancer. Experience the magic of Kuthu dance moves and the wonderful community!