Another day, another dollar — and now it’s time to rest and unwind (or party it up)!
As we approach mid-July, there’s still plenty of summer events in the works and this weekend is no exception.
Get yourself a bucket of crabs, attend a few live music shows, check out a beer festival, or unwind at an art gallery — you do do!
Here’s 13 events happening in and around Victoria this weekend, July 15th and 16th:
Crabben in the Park
Live music, family fun, and a whole lot of crab!
This event in is a celebration of locally harvested Dungeness crab and is set to be an unforgettable experience that you won’t want to miss.
Indulge in buckets of steaming hot crab, perfectly complemented by the beautiful surroundings of Vic West’s Banfield Park!
Reserve your bucket of crabs online for $75 each.
- Where: Banfield Park, 521 Craigflower Road
- When: Saturday, July 15th from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The TD Art Gallery Paint-In
Enjoy the limitless creativity at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria as they showcase this show, featuring a record number of 160 participating artists!
There will be live entertainment, hands-on activities, as well as food and beverages available for purchase!
The event is free to attend, though the Art Gallery encourages admission by donation.
Bring your beautiful and curious self, and enjoy the wonderous nature of art!
- Where: 1040 Moss Street
- When: Saturday, July 15th from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Langford Beer Festival
Celebrate all things beer at this unique beer event in Langford!
It showcases craft beer from all over Greater Victoria and gives you the perfect opportunity to try as many as possible.
“We believe the consumer wants not only choice but also the opportunity to learn about what they consume.”
Tickets are still being sold here — general admission is priced at $45 and the premium ticket is $75.
- Where: Starlight Stadium, 1089 Langford Parkway
- When: Saturday, July 15th from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Island Mavins Vintage Market
Find all of your dream vintage items this weekend the the Island Mavins Vintage Market!
- Where: 2734 Island View Road, Central Saanich
- When: Saturday, July 15th and Sunday, July 16th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Intamo’s Pride Party
It’s time to put your best Pride outfit back on — yes, there will be prizes for best dressed!
Intamo Pleasurables, a local queer-owned and operated pleasure shop, is hosting their third Pride Party in collaboration with Burb this Saturday, July 15th.
It’s free to attend and they’re expecting it to be the biggest and best yet!
Join them in their Lube Olympics, major raffle prize draws, a free BBQ, DJ sets from local artists Njoki Njoki and Triikstr, and more.
- Where: 1240 Gladstone Avenue
- When: Saturday, July 15th at 1 p.m.
Dinner and a Show at Jempoy’s Lechon
Head over to Jempoy’s Lechon for their 1st anniversary celebration and enjoy an afternoon of live music and purchasable delicious Filipino delicacies!
They’ll be hosting the band, Alphabet Soup — ready to bring you a fresh twist to Filipino and English classics with a fusion of pop and rock.
Don’t forget to enter into the raffle for the chance to win a half-lechon belly or halo halo!
- Where: 4087A Quadra Street
- When: Saturday, July 15th from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Live Music at the Malahat SkyWalk
Every Saturday throughout the summer will feature a live band, rocking it in the great outdoors next to the scenic SkyWalk tower and food trucks.
This weekend brings Woodstick to the stage — a Celtic/Folk dynamic music duo with Dazy Daye on vocals and guitar, and Jeanette McGonigle on violin and vocals.
Live music is included in your general admission ticket!
Addtionally, the SkyWalk is offering a 25% discount on evening tickets (after 5 p.m.) from Monday to Friday until the end of the summer!
- Where: 901 Trans-Canada Highway
- When:
- Live music on Saturday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Business hours: 7 days a week from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Uptown Multicultural Festival
After a successful festival last year, Uptown is excited to announce the return of the Multicultural Festival and expects it to draw thousands of community members!
There will be multiple incredible performances throughout the weekend as well as a wide variety of food trucks and vendors.
See the full lineup of performers and vendors here.
- Where: The Boulevard and The Plaza at Uptown Shopping Centre
- When: Saturday, July 15th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fly Fishing Maritime Masterclass
If you’ve ever wanted to give fly fishing a go, now’s your chance!
Andrew Barany will be providing a Masterclass regarding the art of fly fishing — including the right selection of tools, tying a salmon fly, and the lifecycle of salmon.
This class is geared towards beginners and those hoping to brush up on technique.
Registration is around $30 and you can book your spot here.
- Where: 744 Douglas Street
- When: Saturday, July 15 at 2 p.m.
Book Signing at Mayfair Mall
Head on down to Indigo Books at Mayfair Mall for the chance to meet children’s author, Celine Beckner!
Bring your collection of books to get signed or purchase some in-store.
Go say hi!
- Where: 3147 Douglas Street Unit N116
- When: Saturday, July 15th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dance Party at the Victoria Event Centre
Calling all dancers!
The Garden City Soul Club has an evening for you and they’re promising the best of soul and funk music from the mid 1960’s to the early 1980’s.
They encourage smart dress and your best boogie shoes!
Admission is $15 at the door and their coat check service will be available.
- Where: 1415 Broad Street
- When: Saturday, July 15th from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Trivia at Swans Pub
Another brilliant ThinkTank-hosted trivia coming to Swans Pub this Sunday a part of their summer trivia series.
Grab your friends and don’t miss out on this opportunity to prove you’re a genius — a few niche facts go a long way!
It’s free to play and their late-night Happy Hour deals will kick in at 8 p.m.!
- Where: 1601 Store Street
- When: Sunday, July 16th at 7 p.m.
Latin Sunday Beacon Hill Park
Ready yourself for an afternoon with Dj Moses “El Pachanguero” this Sunday at Beacon Hill Park!
He brings us Salsa/Latin inspired tunes — a salute to his Mexican roots and the chance to share what he loves with the people of Victoria.
This is a free family event — bring the kidlets and your pals, if you’d like!
- Where: Cameron Bandshell, 250 Bridge Way
- When: Sunday, July 16th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
