We’re in the thick of summer in Victoria, and it’s an absolute scorcher out there, so stay hydrated.
The city is bustling with celebrations, farmers’ markets, and music festivals.
Check out these seven awesome events going on this week.
Vancouver Island Brewing 40th Bday Bash
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Celebrate one of Victoria’s oldest breweries this Friday with Venezuelan food, surf rock music, giveaways, prizes, and beer bucket specials. If you really want to get into the spirit, the party theme is ’80 beach bash.
Where: 2330 Government Street, Victoria
Tickets: FREE
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Oak Bay Village transforms into a lively street market this Wednesday, offering an array of local produce, gourmet food trucks, and unique handcrafted items. Visitors can browse stalls featuring beautiful glass art, handmade jewellery, natural cosmetics, luxurious soaps, and much more.
Where: Oak Bay Village
When: Wednesday, July 10; starts at 4 pm
Tickets: FREE
Oak Bay Arts Alive Tour
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Follow on bus, bike, skates or scooters as local singers serenade each of the 2024 sculptures as part of Oak Bay’s publicly funded Arts Alive project.
When: Thursday, July 11 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm
Where: Starting at McNeill Bay
Tickets: Register here
39 Days of July
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Head to Duncan for its annual 39 Days of July festival featuring talented musicians and bands from all across Western Canada. There’s music every single day, so check out the schedule here.
When: June 28 to August 5
Where: Downtown Duncan
Tickets: FREE
Ecologyst Summer Blowout
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One of Victoria’s favourite sustainable clothing brands is marking select items off 40%, plus, if you’re one of the first 18 customers, you’ll get a free gift with purchase.
When: Thursday, July 11 from 10 am to 7 pm
Where: 552 Johnson Street, Victoria
Bastion Square Market
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Head to Bastion Square every Friday for a wonderful little market of local artisan creators selling their fabulous crafts and goods. Plus, once you’re there you can continue your journey to the beautiful Inner Harbour.
When: Friday, July 12 from 11 am to 5 pm
Where: Bastion Square, Victoria
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This weekly farmers’ market operates with up to ninety local makers, bakers, and growers. You can shop farm produce, wine and beer, baked goods, and artisan crafts every Thursday at Memorial Park and Monday at Gorge Park. It also has great food trucks.
Where: Gorge Park and Memorial Park, Victoria
When: Mondays and Thursdays, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm