Victoria Events March 12-19

Happy Tuesday, friends. Welcome to another edition of TWIV, now sit back, relax, and let us be your personal tour guide through this week's happenings.

On our radar

🎶 Laketown Shakedown: The music festival will take place June 28-30 at Laketown Ranch in Youbou, with headliner Gwen Stefani. More artists to be announced. 

🎤 Ice Cube: See the hip hop legend on his Straight into Canada tour at Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre. April 23.

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

🐶 Paw Patrol Live: This interactive stage show at Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre will be fun for the whole family. April 27-28.

☂️ 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.

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

Happening this week and weekend

🩰 Dracula

Friday-Sunday | Royal Theatre | 7:30pm

See Ballet Victoria take on the classic tale, set to a stunning score. [$34+]

 🎙️ Dylan Willows Celebration Concert

Monday-Tuesday | Royal Theatre | 8pm

The lineup includes some of Victoria’s best talent, including Current Swell, Jon and Roy, and Vince Vacarro. Proceeds from this fundraiser will go to The Zone 91.3 host, Willows, who was diagnosed with terminal cancer. [Sold out]

💄 It’s Just Drag

Thursday | McPherson Playhouse | 8pm

See top drag performers, including RuPaul’s Drag Race season 10 winner Aquaria, at this variety performance. [$25+]

Clown Fish | Tuesday | 7:30pm

This one-man show will premiere at the Belfry Theatre on Tuesday, running until March 16. [$15+]

They Promised Her the Moon | Wednesday | 7:30pm 

The play about a woman astronaut reflecting on her life will kick off Wednesday and run until March 24 at St. Luke’s Community Theatre, with 2pm matinee showings on weekends. [$18]

Matt Rife | Wednesday | 7pm & 10pm

The edgy comedian will perform two shows at the Royal Theatre. [$64]

How to Jazz | Thursday | 7pm

Enjoy this entertainment lecture for non-musicians, led by UVic professor and jazz expert Jan Randall and musician Paul Wainwright. [$15]

Open Decks | Thursday | 9pm

This open mic for emerging DJs will offer an eclectic mix at Hermann’s Upstairs. [$5]

The Hot L Baltimore | Thursday | 8pm

See this classic comedy at Phoenix Theatre, starting Thursday, running until March 23 with 2pm matinees on Saturday. [$28+]

Julie Kim | Thursday | 7:30pm

See the comedian perform her women-centred comedy at the Charlie White Theatre. [$40+]

The Legendary Life of Tom Petty | Friday | 7:30pm

See this tribute show to the legendary musician, performed by Juno-winning singer Clayton Bellamy at the McPherson Playhouse. [$58+]

Circus of Light | Friday | 8pm

Party it up at this immersive light show at Capital Ballroom. [$25+]

Rowan Farintosh | Friday | 7pm

The saxophonist will lead an ensemble of performers at Hermann’s. [$20]

Sommelier Dinner at Apero | Friday | 6pm

Explore the rich flavours of South America at this tasting event. [$165+]

Crafted Farmhouse Spring Market | Fri 5-9pm & Sat 10am-5pm

Boutique artisan market with 60+ handmade BC makers, local live music, food trucks and family-friendly activities. [$5]

David Vest | Saturday | 7pm

See Vest and his band perform the blues at Hermann’s. [$25]

Tight Hair | Saturday | 9pm

Join this disco party at Hermann’s Upstairs. [$25]

Walk Right Back | Sunday | 3pm

See this show that follows the Everly Brothers’ rise to fame at the McPherson Playhouse. [$65]

Daniel Lapp’s St. Patrick's Day | Sunday | 2pm

Celebrate the Irish holiday with a lineup of local performers at Hermann’s. [$40]

St. Patrick’s Day at Irish Times | Sunday | 4pm

Hear celtic music performed at the downtown Irish pub. [Free entrance]

Led Zepagain | Monday | 7:30pm

The longest-running Led Zeppelin tribute band will perform at McPherson Playhouse. [$60]

Street Art and Craft Brewery Tour | Next Tuesday | 2pm

See the city’s best street out and check out some local beers on this tour.

Explore Hartland Landfill | Next Tuesday | 10:30am

See what goes on at the landfill that holds the CRD’s trash. [Free]

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]

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 are 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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