Victoria Events July 23-30

Happy Tuesday, friends. Welcome to another edition of TWIV, your digital compass to local adventures.

On our radar

🎵🍺 Phillip’s Backyard Reverb: The second weekend of the fest takes place Aug 9-11, with Earl Sweatshirt, Black Pumas, and Jungle set to perform.

🎉 Pagliacci’s 45th Anniversary Street Party: Celebrate this community gem with live music and dancing in the street, Aug 24. [Free]

🍻 The Great Canadian Beer Festival: The fest will take place at its new location, Topaz Park, Sept 6-7. 

🤘 Rifflandia: Victoria’s biggest music festival will take place Sept 13-18 at its new location at Matullia Lands.

😂 Jimmy Carr and Jim Jefferies: Two headliners for the price of one—see the comedians at Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre, Oct 26.

😆 Russell Peters: See the hilarious Canadian comedian at Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre, Nov 2.

😂 Tommy Tiernan: The Irish comedian and star of Derry Girls brings his standup show to Royal Theatre, Nov 5.  

🎙️ Sarah McLachlan: The Canadian legend brings her 30th anniversary tour to Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, Nov 20.  

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

🎸 Sum41: See the pop punk legends at Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre, with special guests PUP and Gob, Jan 10, 2025. 

🎭 Whose Live Anyway: See improv legends from Whose Line Is It Anyway—including two original cast members—at the Royal Theatre on Jan 17, 2025.

Happening this week and weekend

🍔 Eats & Beats Beach Party 

Saturday | The Beachlands | 1-8pm

Dance to live music and enjoy a snack from an international food truck lineup, alongside beach games and a beverage garden. [Free] 

🧑‍🎨 ArtisTREE 

Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 10am-5pm | Government House  

Discover local art makers with 150 artisan vendors, live performances, and food. [Free]

🚗 Sport and Import Car Show 

Sunday | Saanich Fairgrounds | 10:30am-3pm

See the best in classic and collector cars at this annual show. [Free]

Day Trip with Tall Ship | Tuesday | 9am

Join this sailing excursion with day trips scheduled for July 23. [$175]

Louise Rose | Wednesday | 7pm 

See the musician perform solo jazz piano and vocals at Hermann’s. [$20]

Bach's Orchestral Suite in D | Wednesday | 7:30pm

Listen to a program of Bach, Handel, and more led by violinist Julia Wedman at Christ Church Cathedral. [$47.50]   

Emmett Hodgins Quintet | Thursday | 7pm

Enjoy original tunes and jazz arrangements at Hermann’s. [$20]

Shake it Off at Herald Street Brew Works | Friday | 8-11pm

Dance to Taylor Swift’s greatest hits and enjoy Swiftie-themed drinks and a photo booth at Herald Street Brew Works. [$35]

Mozart and Martinis | Friday | 5pm

Listen to the Victoria Symphony perform a program of Mozart and more at The Atrium. [$59.50]

Club Havana | Friday | 7pm

Discover the history of Cuban music, with a performance from The West Coast Cuban Orchestra at Hermann’s. [$35]

Garden Party | Saturday | 12-9pm

Enjoy a craft beer and listen to tunes from Brothers, Blush, and Juice at Whistle Buoy Brewing. [$5] 

Roses and Rosé | Saturday | 7-9:30pm

Dress in pink and sip on rosé at Victoria International Wine Festival’s gala at the Parkside Hotel and Spa. [$105]

Island Lads Comedy Night | Saturday | 7pm and 9pm 

See Elyott Ryan and Mackenzie Edwards perform standup at Intrepid Studio. [$15]

Ian Sirota | Saturday | 8pm

See the Canadian comedian perform standup at Hecklers. [$22]

Gun Street Ghouls | Saturday | 7pm

See the rock and roll band perform in Fernwood at Paul Phillips Hall. [$15] 

Wear2Start Clothing Pop-up Sale | Sat & Sun | 10am-3pm

Find a new outfit and support this initiative aimed at empowering women at Fernwood Community Centre. Donate deodorant, a toothbrush, or toothpaste and receive $2 off your purchase. [Free entrance]

Pop of Colour | Sunday | 9pm

Enjoy live music from local musicians and special guest Dilly Cooner at Victoria Event Centre. [$20] 

Pacific FC vs. Valour FC | Sunday | 2pm

The Langford-based soccer team faces off with Winnipeg at Starlight Stadium. [$28-69] 

David Santana with Roy Styffe | Sunday | 7pm

Listen to the music of John Coltrane at Hermann’s. [$25]  

Millet with Actual Human People and Brendan Wong | Sunday | 4-11pm

Dress up for prom and listen to indie, funk, and rock tunes at Paul Phillips Hall. [$12] 

Historic House Garden Party | Sunday | 1-4pm

Transport yourself to the Victorian era with this tea party in the gardens at Ross Bay Villa. [$5]

Boutin-Bourque, Hansen, and Rowe | Tuesday | 7:30pm

Check out the Victoria Summer Music Festival’s first concert of the season at Phillip T. Young Recital Hall. [$45]  

Ongoing events

Free Yoga in the Park | Tuesdays | 6-7pm

Stretch with your neighbours at this free weekly yoga class at Willows Park in Oak Bay. [Free]

Oaklands Sunset Markets | Wednesdays | 4:30-8pm

Check out 50 local vendors, a huge variety of food trucks, great music, kids activities, and more at the Oaklands Community Centre until Aug 28. [Free]

Music in the Park: Beacon Hill | Every Fri-Mon | 1:30-3:30pm

Grab a picnic blanket and enjoy some live music from local bands at the Cameron Bandshell until Sept. [Free]

Music at Ship Point | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6-7pm

Catch live music in the Inner Harbour from June 11 to Sept 19. [Free]

Fort Common Music Series | Thursdays | 12-1pm

Hear live tunes at this music series running June-August. [Free]

Music in the Park | Every Friday and Saturday | 5:30pm

Check out these free live music shows, happening at parks across Colwood every weekend this summer. Check the schedule to find info on locations and performers. [Free]

James Bay Market | Every Saturday | 9am-3pm

Check out this summertime favourite market at the corner of Menzies and Superior from May 4 to October 5. [Free]

Westshore Swap, Shop & Market | Every Sunday until Sept 1

Browse a variety of local vendors with new items available every week at Westshore Parks and Rec. [$2]

Esquimalt Farmers Market | April 4 - Sept 26

Head to Memorial Park every Thursday to pick up farm-fresh goods. [Free entrance]

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

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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