Living in Victoria is like living with Oprah: you get an event, you get an event, and you get an event!
Needless to say, there are a lot of events going on, so here are seven awesome events this week to check out.
Wes Carroll Confabulation at Hermann’s Jazz Club
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Celebrating the recent release of his EP Helium, Wes Carroll gets together with six of the best jazz musicians in the city to debut his newest album of jazz and hip hop fusion to the Hermann’s Jazz Club crowd.
Where: 753 View Street, Victoria
When: Thursday, May 30; doors at 5:30 pm
Tickets: $25 +fees online
Simpsons Cabaret at the VEC
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Salty Springfield has drag, burlesque, and musical theatre, as well as games, trivia, and iconic Simpsons numbers brought to life in glorious 3D.
Where: 1415 Broad Street, Victoria
When: Thursday, May 30 | Doors: 7:30 pm / Show: 8:30 pm
Tickets: General admission for $44 or a VIP table for $215
Oak Bay Tea Party
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Teacup races, carnival rides, music, and a parade — that’s what you can expect at the 62nd annual Oak Bay Tea Party from May 31 to June 2 at Willows Beach.
Where: Willows Beach, Oak Bay
When: Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 2
Tickets: Free!
Sofar Sounds Secret Show
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Victoria will once again play host to unique secret pop-up concerts. Check out a secret show this Wednesday from three local performers.
Where: 560 Johnson Street, Victoria
When: Wednesday, May 29; starts at 7 pm
Tickets: $15 online
Improv Comedy Showcase at the Mint
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Alex Forman rolls out her lineup of improv students for a rip-roaring, rambunctious night of improv comedy.
Where: 1414 Douglas Street, Victoria
When: Tuesday, May 28 | Doors: 7 pm / Show: 8 pm
Tickets: $15 online
We Made It Pop-Up Market
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This Friday, you can find local vendors selling jewellery, vintage clothing, art, and ceramics in the lower courtyard of Market Square.
Where: 560 Johnson Street, Market Square, Victoria
When: Friday, May 31; from 4 pm to 8:30 pm
Tickets: Free!
Pete’s Variety Show at Herald Street Brew Works
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From comedy and music to performance art and poetry, Pete’s Variety Show is a great chance to express yourself. You can also enjoy it all at one of Chinatown’s best breweries: Herald Street Brew Works.
When: Mondays; sign-up at 6 pm; show starts at 7 pm
Where: 506 Herald Street, Victoria
Admission: Free
90210 Monday nights at Lucky Bar
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There is a jam-packed party with DJ Levi spinning some of the best bangers from the ’90s and early 2000s. This event always has a lineup, so make sure you get there early!
When: Mondays, doors at 9:30 pm
Where: 517 Yates Street, Victoria
Admission: $5 at the door