Victoria Events Feb 20-27

Happy Tuesday, friends. Welcome to another edition of TWIV, the newsletter that's like a friendly local pointing out the town's hidden gems.

On our radar

🎶 Ocie Elliot: The local Juno-nominated folk duo will perform at the Royal Theatre, March 1 & 2.

☂️ Mary Poppins: See the VOS production of the beloved musical at the McPherson Playhouse, May 3-12.

🎵 Ziggy Alberts: The Australian singer will bring his folk-pop melodies to the Royal Theatre, June 23.

🍌 Raffi: Bring your little ones to see the iconic children’s performer at the Royal Theatre, Nov 23 & 24. 

💄 Jimbo’s Drag Circus: See the Victoria star and winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 8 at the Royal Theatre, June 12.

⛸️ Stars on Ice: See some of the world’s best figure skaters show off their skills at Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre, May 16, 2024.

🩰 Dracula: See Ballet Victoria take on the classic tale, set to a stunning score. March 15-17. 

Happening this week and weekend

🎤 K-OS

Tuesday | Capital Ballroom | 9pm

The hip hop star will be in town to celebrate his birthday and perform alongside a lineup of special guests at the Capital Ballroom. [$35+]

🎶 Alan Doyle

Thursday | McPherson Playhouse | 8pm

The Canadian musician and former Great Big Sea frontman will perform his solo work with his Beautiful Beautiful Band. [$70]

🎸 Sam Roberts Band

Friday | Capital Ballroom | 7pm

The Canadian rocker will return to Victoria to showcase his latest music. [$40]

Bands! Bands! Bands! | Tuesday | 7pm

See local bands Rare-Earth Magnet, Arbutus Roots, Charis Tazumi, and Dysaynia at the Victoria Event Centre. [$10]

Sheila Heti in Conversation with Lee Henderson | Tuesday | 7pm

The award winning authors will discuss Heti’s new book, Alphabetical Diaries, at Munro’s Books. [Free]

Royal Tusk | Wednesday | 8pm

The Edmonton rockers will perform at Capital Ballroom as part of their Northern Light tour. [$23]

Louise Rose | Wednesday | 7pm

Back at Hermann’s with her “Alone Together” series, Louise Rose will perform solo jazz vocals and piano. [$20]

Ainadamar | Wednesday | 7:30pm

This one-act opera about playwright Federico García Lorca features a blend of flamenco and classical music. Running at the Royal Theatre through Feb. 27. [$30+]

Murder Weekend opening night | Thursday | 7:30pm

This play about a murder mystery party going awry will run at the Langham Court Theatre until March 10. [$19+]

Anomalie | Thursday | 8pm

The Quebec musician will perform his unique blend of contemporary jazz and electronic music at Capital Ballroom. [$21+]

Cory Weeds Meets Champian Fulton | Thursday | 7pm

The two gifted jazz musicians will collaborate at this Hermann’s show. [$25]

Traffic Light Party | Friday | 8pm

Head to Hermann’s Upstairs to mingle and dance at this traffic light party—wear green for “single,” red for “taken” and yellow for "maybe.” [$14+]

Dominique Fils-Aime | Friday | 7pm

See the Juno-winning Montreal singer perform at Wicket Hall [$38.50]

William Prince | Friday | 8pm

The Juno-winning songwriter will perform at McPherson Playhouse. [$58+]

Victoria Home Reno & Decor Show | Friday 1-8pm, Saturday 9:30am-5:30pm, Sunday 10am-4pm

Get home renovation info and tips at this convention happening at Pearkes Recreation Centre. [Free]

Fashion Splash | Saturday 10am-5pm & Sunday 11am-4pm

Explore this designer market at the Da Vinci Centre. [Free]

Transmute | Saturday | 8pm

Hear underground local house music at Hermann’s Upstairs. [$28+]

Co[Lab] Mind Garden | Saturday | 9pm

Dance to a lineup of electric DJs at Capital Ballroom. [$25+]

ReLove Market | Saturday & Sunday | 11am-5pm

Shop this local vintage market to find some hidden gems at Victoria International Marina. [Free]

Victoria Yarn and Fabric Sale | Sunday | 11am-4pm

Head to the Strawberry Vale Community Centre to pick some new yarn from other knitters. [Free]

Seedy Sunday | Sunday | 10am-2pm

Join different workshops to gain gardening tips and learn about native plants, pick up some new seeds and bring your kids to enjoy family-friendly activities at the Quadra Village Community Centre. [Free]

Che Durena | Sunday | 6pm

See the Haitian-Canadian comedian perform his standup at Capital Ballroom. [$32]

Island Big Band | Sunday | 7pm

Swinging local musicians will perform live at Hermann’s. [$20]

All Together Now Drop-in Choir | Monday | 7pm

Join in for an evening of singing Taylor Swift songs at the Victoria Event Centre. [$8+]

Pacific Baroque Festival | Next Tuesday | 7:30pm

The festival will kick off with a performance at St Barnabas Church next Tuesday and will run until March 3 at various venues. [$29+]

Ongoing events

Crossing at AGGV | Feb 10-May 26

See the showcase that tells the story of three local artists whose families made the journey from Asia to Canada. [Included in gallery admission]

Below and Beyond | Until March 3

See the works of Martha Case and Carla Unger at the Gage Gallery. [Included in price of admission]

Ross Bay Historic Villa Guided Tours | Saturdays | 2pm

See the restored home, built in 1865, and learn about the family who lived there. [$8.50]

Drag Brunch at Vicious Poodle | Saturdays & Sundays | 11am

Enjoy a hearty brunch while Victoria’s top drag performers put on a show. [Free entrance]

Moss Street Market | Saturdays | 10am-2pm

Discover local vendors, get farm-fresh produce and listen to live music at this weekly market. [Free]

Feel Free: Free Gallery Days at AGGV | First Saturday from 10am-5pm | Thursdays from 5-9pm

Beginning on Sept 2, the first Saturday of every month and every Thursday evening will be a Free Gallery Day at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria.

That’s it!

Thanks for checking in this week. Hope you found something good to add to your calendar. If not, reply back and let us know what you’re looking for. Consider us your concierge to good times.

See you next week? Same time, same place.

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