8 awesome events in Victoria this weekend: September 20 to 23
As we bid farewell to the last weekend of summer in Victoria, it’s the perfect time to soak up the remaining sunshine and make the most of the season’s final moments.
From vibrant art battles and fiery burlesque shows to community fairs and epic feasts, the city is buzzing with exciting events.
Whether you’re in the mood for creativity, culture, or culinary delights, there’s something for everyone this weekend.
Don’t miss out on these eight awesome experiences!
Brewery & The Beast Vancouver Island 2024
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Indulge in a feast of local meats and brews at Brewery & The Beast, showcasing some of the finest culinary talents on Vancouver Island.
Where: Starlite Stadium, Langford
When: Sunday, September 22
Tickets: $150 + fees
Soul and Funk Vinyl Dance Party
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Garden City Soul Club dusts off the old records to bring you some of the best Motown, soul, and funk cuts throughout the decades and some of the more obscure jams you may not have heard before. Make sure you bring your dancing shoes, as this is a “dancers-only” event!
When: Saturday, September 21; starts at 10 pm
Where: 1415 Broad Street, Victoria
Tickets: $15 at the door
OK, DOPE presents Bo & Friends at the Mint
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OK, DOPE presents Bo & Friends: An Evening of stand-up comedy. Enjoy food, drinks, and laughs with top comedians in Victoria, featuring Alex Forman, Emily Woods, Rosa Graham, Darren Millar and Ryan Wallace, and hosted by Bo Jagger Essery!
When: Friday, July 26; doors at 7 pm
Where: 1414 Douglas Street, Victoria
Tickets: $20 per ticket or $15 per ticket for a group
Goldie Boutilier
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Nova Scotia-born singer-songwriter Goldie Boutilier is touring Canada on her first headlining tour, with a stop at Capital Ballroom.
When: Sunday, September 22; doors at 7 pm
Where: 858 Yates Street, Victoria
Tickets: $25 + fees
Patchwork Jack and Wes Carroll at Caffe Fantastico
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Check out the unique folk stylings of Colorado-based band Patchwork Jack with the jazz-pop prince of Victoria, Wes Carroll, this Friday at Caffe Fantastico in Quadra Village.
Where: 965 Kings Road, Victoria
When: Friday, September 20; starts at 6:30 pm
Tickets: $15 at the door
Victoria Anarchist Book Fair
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Get ready for a weekend filled with engaging workshops, free vegan food, and a chance to meet Gord Hill at the Victoria Anarchist Book Fair. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for community engagement and mapping activities.
Where: Fernwood Community Centre, 1240 Gladstone Avenue, Victoria
When: Saturday, September 21 to Sunday, September 22; 11 am to 5:30 pm
Tickets: By donation
Art Battle Victoria
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Experience the thrill as artists compete in a high-energy, 20-minute painting showdown, with their creations auctioned off to the crowd afterward.
Where: Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad Street, Victoria
When: Friday, September 20, 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Tickets: $20 to $25
Melanin Magic: Fiesta Latinx Burlesque
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Get ready for a hot and spicy night of Latinx burlesque featuring the fiery Canned Heat Dance Crew. Expect an audacious and fun-filled evening of cheers and excitement!
Where: Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad Street, Victoria
When: Saturday, September 21, 7 pm to 9 pm
Tickets: $30 to $40