5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, April 27th

Happy Thursday, Victoria!

Sun is in the forecast and the weather is warming, making it a great time to get out and have some fun, like hopping on a ride at Mayfair!

Whether you want to spend the day indoors our outside, here are 5 things to do in and around Victoria today:

West Coast Amusement fair 

Get ready for a weekend of fun fair festivities, Victoria!

Mayfair Shopping Centre announced today that the West Coast Amusement fair will return this month to entertain young thrill seekers and families looking to enjoy classic carnival rides and tasty treats.

• Where: Mayfair Shopping Centre, 3147 Douglas Street
• When: 
  • Thursday, April 27th, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Friday, April 28th, 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 29th, 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Sunday, April 30th, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Esquimalt Farmers Market

Market lovers, rejoice! The Esquimalt Farmers Market has returned to Memorial Park.

As a food-first farmers market, The Esquimalt Farmers Market hosts vendors that are passionate about serving farm fresh produce and products as well as savoury food and sweet treats that reflect their culture and heritage.

The market will take place every Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Memorial Park from April 6th to September 14th!

• Where: Esquimalt Memorial Park, 1230 Esquimalt Road
• When: Thursday, April 27th, 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Hermann’s Upstairs Lounge Acoustic Open Mic 19+

Free open mic in the Upstairs lounge. Singles, duos, trios…. We have a beautiful grand piano, PA provided for vocals.. Acoustic instruments only. ANY GENRE OF MUSIC. Sit in with or be supported by Kelly or come as an individual, a duo or group to showcase songs or first time on stage in a supportive environment, Great way for singer songwriters to try new songs.

• Where:Hermann’s Upstairs, 753 View Street
• When: Thursday, April 27th, starts at 7 p.m.

Alistair Ogden at Hecklers Bar & Grill

Make sure to head to Hecklers and have a night’s of laughs and fun. Hecklers is very excited to be hosting Alistair Ogden’s debut album recording.

One of Canada’s rising young comedic talents, Alistair’s blend of clever wit and self-deprecating silliness first brought him to prominence when he won CBC’s Next Up Competition in 2019.

Since then, he’s taped a televised set at the Halifax Comedy Festival, appeared at Toronto SketchFest, and gotten over 3 million views across Instagram and TikTok. He and his show Comedy Pants have been repeatedly featured as part of the Just For Laughs Vancouver festival and now tour across the country.

• Where: Hecklers Bar & Grill, 123 Gorge Rd East
• When: Thursday, April 27th, 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.

Folk Night at The Mint

A bi-weekly Folk Night happening at The Mint in Victoria. Original music has a cozy new home, so come join the community!

• Where: The Mint Restaurant, 1414 Douglas Street
• When: Thursday, April 27th, 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.