This weekend, you can choose to escape or embrace the rain with this wide range of both indoor and outdoor events.
From the International Wine Festivals, watching Wayne’s World over beer, catching up on childhood stories, buying costumes, eating breakfast in your pajamas for a good cause, and much more!
Here are 11 things to do in and around Victoria this weekend:
Saturday, September 21 2019
Victoria International Wine Festival
Have you ever wondered how to pick the perfect bottle of wine? Look no further!
Not only is the Victoria International Wine Festival returning for another year – happening September 19th-21st – they’ve offered up some fantastic tips on how you can select the finest vino.. and you don’t even have to be a wine expert!
Enjoy all things wine with over 300 wines from 11+ countries.
- When: Saturday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Where: Parkside Hotel & Spa, 810 Humboldt Street
Vintage Halloween Fair
It’s Victoria’s very first Vintage Halloween Fair!
Two floors of retro costumes, vintage styles, spooky accessories, obscure oddities, and more. Be early to prepare for next month’s festivities.
- When: Saturday from 10 a.m to 4 p.m.
- Where: Leonardo Da Vinci Centre, 195 Bay Street
Wayne’s World Under the Maltworks
Beer, food, and Wayne’s World. Excellent! To mark the 25th anniversary of the Mike Myer’s classic film, join the fun, bring your own chair and blanket, and prepare to quote the iconic film.
- When: Saturday from 8 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.
- Where: Phillips Brewery, 2010 Government Street
Children’s Story Festival
Celebrate the 16th year of Esquimalt’s Story Festival with an amazing line-up of storytellers that will be fun for all those young and young at heart.
- When: Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Where: Esquimalt Parks and Recreation Centre, 527 Fraser Street
Thirfty’s and Raincoast Dog Rescue Awareness event
If you’re in the market for a new furry companion or looking to donate to a cause that supports them, this is the event for you. There will be fresh food, adorable dogs, and the Raincoast team will be there to answer any of your questions.
- When: Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Where: Thifty Foods, 3995 Quadra Street 101
Market Square Huge Bike Sale
Need a new set of wheels? New and used bikes will be for sale at this event, along with live music and refreshments.
- When: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Where: Lower Market Square, 560 Johnson Street
Drag Bingo – Back 2 School Edition
Electra Socket returns to present a back to school edition of Drag Bingo and Pride Society Fundraiser.
- When: Saturday from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Where: Paparazzi Nightclub, 642 Johnson Street
Lightning McQueen will be at Western Speedway
Crazy Wayne the Train will be jumping over Pixar’s Lightning McQueen. Bring the family for, boat races, rollover competition, fireworks, and more!
- When: Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m.
- Where: Western Speedway, 2207 Millstream Road
Sunday, September 22 2019
Brewery & the Beast Victoria 2019
Enjoy meaty dishes from over 60 chefs and live music courtesy of The Electric Timber Company with special guests.
There will also be fruit and vegetable stands, as well as, beer provided by Phillips Brewery and local ciders.
- When: Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Where: Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Ave
Community Costume Swap & Shop
Actors, stage performers, or just anyone who loves costumes – all are welcome to shop and/or swap. For those just looking to browse, there will also be beer and cocktails available.
- When: Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Where: Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad Street
The VILLAGE x Breakfast2Music Pajama Party
A breakfast event while you’re still in your pajamas that is also for a great cause. Portions of proceeds from this party will be donated to @breakfast2music which feeds hungry children in Victoria school districts.
- When: Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Where: Village Restaurant, 355 Cook Street
The Showdown Dance Off 2019
10 performers from around Victoria each bring their signature styles to awaken your inner dancer. The event will also feature a special performance by Stand-Up Showdown Runner Up Sammy Ray Benty.
- When: Sunday, Doors open at 7:30 p.m., the show commences at 8:00 p.m.
- Where: Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad Street
Rhythm of the Oceans – Sound Capture Workshop
This exciting and educational workshop for the whole family! Join music producer Alan Donnelly to learn about micro-plastics, and find ways to make percussive sounds from reclaimed ocean debris collected by the Ocean Legacy Foundation.
- When: Sunday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Where: The Bay Centre, 1150 Douglas Street
