Happy Thanksgiving long weekend, Victoria!
Whether you’re enjoying a turkey dinner with all of the fixings, taking a walk through the pumpkin patch or have your sights set on more spooky activities (we see you creeping, Halloween) we’ve got plenty for you to do and to see this weekend.
Take a moment to thankful for this beautiful city that we live in and check out these 13 things to do in and around Victoria this Thanksgiving long weekend, October 8th – 10th:
Ocean View Estates Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze
Ocean View Estates welcomes you to find your way through the twists, turns and dead-ends of their Saanichton Corn Maze.
- When: Corn maze and pumpkin patch will be open Friday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for the whole month of October
- Where: Ocean View Estates, 7979 Central Saanich Road
Ghostly Walk Halloween Tours
The Ghostly Walk Halloween tours are said to be the best way to experience Halloween in Victoria. These 90 minute tours include locations such as Bastion Square, Parliament Building, Pendray Inn, St. Andrews Cathedral, James bay and Bent Mast, Trounce Alley and more!
- When: October 4th to October 31st, multiple tours in the evening
- Where: The tours begin at the archway entrance to Market Square (560 Johnson Street)
Outlaw Saturdays
Saturday nights are the biggest night of the week down at The Duke Saloon. Come on down and witness incredible live music in one of Victoria’s premier venues!
- When: Saturday, October 8th – door open at 10 p.m.
- Where: The Duke Saloon – 502 Discovery Street
Water Ballet by Victoria Harbour Ferry
The Water Ballet has become a beloved local tradition – watch as the Victoria Harbour Ferries twirl around the water in and out of beautifully choreographed sequences.
- When: October 8th, 9th & 10th at 10:45 a.m.
- Where: Best viewing is at Steamship Terminal – 470 Belleville Street
Westshore Rebels vs. Vancouver Island Raiders
On October 8th, come down to Starlight Stadium to cheer your Westshore Rebels as they take on Vancouver Island Raiders!
- When: Saturday, October 8th at 7 p.m.
- Where: Starlight Stadium – 1089 Langford Parkway
- Tickets: Available online
Victoria All-Ages Heavy Metal Night
Live a night full of good music! For the first time, three local bands show their material to all the rockers of Victoria. Don’t miss this high-energy night at the Carlton Club in Esquimalt.
- When: Saturday, October 8th – doors at 6:45 p.m.
- Where: Carlton Cabaret – 900 Carlton Terrace
- Tickets: $15 – available at the door
Improv Wars at The Mint
OK, DOPE is proud to present IMPROV WARS with Nash Park and Alex Forman! Improv wars is a combative improv show where multiple teams of 3 will go head to head in short form improv games for a chance to win $300 dollars.
- When: Saturday, October 8th – doors at 7 p.m.
- Where: The Mint- 1414 Douglas Street
- Tickets: Available online
Full Moon SUP Paddle
A Full Moon Paddle—look slike it will be another beautiful evening on the water! Bonus – Sunset and Full moon all in one evening. Bring your own board, or rent one there.
- When: Saturday, October 8th – 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Where: Willows Beach North End of Esplanade
- Tickets: Available online
Victoria Sister Fest 2022
A women only event to fundraise for women serving organizations, to celebrate and get to know your other sisters!
There will be two fantastic live bands and special guest singers and dancers, food, door prizes, a silent auction, dancing, and a clothing swap.
- When: Saturday, October 8th – doors open at 6:30 p.m.
- Where: Chief and Petty Officer’s Mess – 1575 Lyall Street
- Tickets: $35 each – call Deb at 250-592-5764 or email debrhymer@shaw.ca to purchase
Pups Before Pumpkins Pop up Adoption Event
Join Flirting with Fido at Bosley’s on Burnside to meet some adorable adoptables this weekend!
- When: Saturday, October 8th – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Where: Bosley’s – 491 Burnside Rd E
Island Craft Fall Festival
Celebrate Vancouver Island with over 60 local beers, ciders & spirits!
The Fall Festival has invited a fantastic mix of over twenty stalwart local producers and brand new enterprises who are excited to showcase their craft.
Whether you’re a beer, cider or spirit fan – you’re bound to find some new favourites among the sixty-plus featured products.
- When: Sunday, October 9th at 2 p.m.
- Where: The Strath – 919 Douglas Street
- Tickets: Available online
Drag Sunday at Paparazzi
Paparazzi is delighted to welcome back your weekly Sunday evening soiree of drag excellence! Hosted by the legendary Shelita Cox, with rotating headliners and appearances.
- When: Sunday, October 9th at 8 p.m.
- Where: Paparazzi Nightclub – 642 Johnson Street
- Tickets: Available online
Enjoy a turkey dinner that you don’t have to make
You read that right! We’ve compiled a list of seven local restaurants who are serving up Thanksgiving dinners this weekend, so you don’t have to lift a finger (okay, you might have to drive there).
- When: All weekend long
- Where: Various restaurants across Victoria
