Victoria Events Jan 16-23

Hockey Days in Canada, Whose Line, Whisky Fest, and more!

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Robyn Bell
January 16, 2024

Happy Tuesday, friends. Welcome to another edition of TWIV, your magic carpet ride through Victoria’s vibrant event landscape.

On our radar

⛸️ 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 legendary tale, set to a stunning score. March 15-17. 

🤡 Bianca Del Rio: The RuPaul’s Drag Race winner and self-described “clown in a gown” will bring her brash standup comedy to the Royal Theatre, April 13. 

🤣 Chelsea Handler: The comedian will take her North American tour to the Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre March 8, 2024.

🎶 Bahamas: The musician will perform music from his new album at the Royal Theatre, April 20, 2024.

🎤 Snotty Nose Rez Kids: See the hip hop duo take the stage at Capital Ballroom, Feb 16, 2024.

Happening this week and weekend

Friday | Royal Theatre | 8pm

See the current cast members of Whose Line Is It Anyway? in this improv spectacular. [$80+]

Wed-Sat | Ship Point | Various times

Victoria will take centre-stage during this Canada-wide broadcast, and hockey celebration. Skate on a synthetic outdoor rink, meet past and current NHLers, and see the Stanley Cup in person. [Free]

Thurs-Sun | Hotel Grand Pacific | Various times

Learn all about the spirit with masterclasses, tastings, and a dinner to cap off the weekend. [$49+]

Bands! Bands! Bands! | Tuesday | 7pm

See local bands Luna Land, Chilko in the Rosemary, The Deadly Hiyas, and The New Owners at Victoria Event Centre. [$10]

Be Still at Cinecenta | Tuesday | 5pm & 7:30pm

See a special screening of the film that dives into the story of Hannah Maynard, a 19th century Canadian photographer known for her experimental work. There will be a special display of her photos and a Q&A with director Elizabeth Lazebnik. [$9+]

Photo: Cinecenta

Hotel Mira | Wednesday | 8pm

See the Canadian rockers perform at Capital Ballroom. [$60+]

Sound of Silence | Wednesday | 8pm

See renowned pianist Bruce Vogt improvise music to accompany iconic silent films at Philip T. Young Hall. [$12+]

Tiny Rhythm Kings | Wednesday | 7pm

Enjoy some classic jazz from these local performers. [$20]

Plaid | Wednesday | 8pm

See the iconic electronic duo perform at Lucky Bar. [$27]

Photo: Plaid

Noah Becker Quartet | Thursday | 7pm

Join the band for their CD release party at Hermann’s. [$25]

Semi-Qualified Queens | Thursday | 8pm

See a live recording of the podcast hosted by Canada’s Drag Race alumni Synthia Kiss and Juice Boxx, plus plenty of music and performing, at Paparazzi. [$18+]

Formation | Friday | 7:30pm

Hear personal stories of heartbreak, breakthroughs, and life lessons from a lineup of storytellers. [$20]

See Victoria’s favourite Fernwood queens Vivian Vanderpuss, Woofie, and Sylvester Staletto at the Fernwood Inn. [$22+]

Hockey Legend Book Signing | Friday | 11:30am

Head to Munro’s Books to meet Ron McLean, Ken Reid, and Brian Burke and get a signed copy of their books. [Free entrance]

Photo: Munro’s Books

Freeze Frame | Friday | 7pm

The band will be starting the year with music from the 80's and beyond at Metchosin Golf Course. Arrive early to grab some food before the show. [$10]

Longwalkshortdock | Friday | 9pm

See the EDM musician take the stage at Capital Ballroom. [$15+]

The Clay Pigeons | Friday | 7pm

See the Victoria band take on hits by American songwriting greats at Hermann’s. [$25]

Paperboys | Friday | 8:30pm

See the Canadian music veterans perform sounds from around the world at Hermann’s Upstairs. [$30]

Krut | Friday | 6pm

See the Ukrainian musician in her first-ever Canadian tour at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre. [$40+]

Island Song Choir | Friday | 7pm

See the singers perform at the Charlie White Theatre. [$25]

Art Battle Victoria | Friday | 6pm

Watch as talented artists battle it out in three rounds of 20-minute masterpieces at Victoria Event Centre. Pieces will be auctioned afterwards. [$30]

Hockey Day at Tillicum | Saturday | 12-9pm

Skip the crowds at Ship Point and enjoy watching Hockey Day in Canada games on a big screen. Find the screens inside the upper level of Tillicum Centre by Winners. [Free] 

Snowed In Comedy Tour | Saturday | 7:30pm

See Canada’s biggest comedy tour in its 15th year with award-winning comedians at the Royal Theatre. [$60.50+]

Served Up! A Drag Brunch | Saturday | 11:30am

Grab some food and watch a live drag show hosted by Leo Moon at Moon Under Water. [$17+]

Barracuda | Saturday | 7:30pm

Hear the music of Heart and Led Zeppelin at the Charlie White Theatre. [$50]

The Bridge | Saturday | 6pm

See the live rap battle go down at the Victoria Event Centre. [$30]

For Dancers Only | Saturday | 10pm

Get your groove on at this all vinyl funk and soul dance party at the Victoria Event Centre. [$15]

Hear the Victoria Scottish Gaelic Society Choir at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, followed by tea and shortbread. [$10]

Wassail Day at Sea Cider | Sunday | 11am

Enjoy the winter celebration with live music, dance performances, and hot drinks. [Free]

Photo: Sea Cider

Enjoy storytelling, dress-up, crafts, and lots of imagination with the local theatre company. [Free]

Arthur Rowe | Monday | 8pm

See the UVic pianist perform classical music at Philip T. Young Hall. [$12+]

BC Curling Championships | Next Tuesday-Next Sunday

The tournament with 12 men’s and eight women’s teams will kick off at the Archie Browning Centre. [$17+]

Ongoing events

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-1pm

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 10-5pm | 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.

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