Time to tick off another work week—we’ve made it to Friday, Victoria!
This Friday features a healthy mix of social, wonder, and simply experiencing different pockets of fun the city has to offer.
Enjoy anything from a beer festival for Camosun College, a Pet Appreciation Night at a Victoria Royals Game, an iconic comedy star and their co-stars, and more!
Here’s 5 things to do in and around Victoria on Friday, November 17th:
Victoria Royals vs. Lethbridge Hurricanes
Hockey fans, this Friday presents a unique opportunity!
This is the only game of the season where we will be playing against the Lethbridge Hurricanes—home to a Toronto Maple Leafs prospect, Noah Chadwick.
Additionally, the evening has been dubbed “Pet Appreciation Night” and is held in honour of our beloved furry friends. Join pet lovers and pet stores owners in the celebration and check out the variety of engaging animal-related activities that will happen throughout the game!
Please remember to leave your own pets at home though—this is an evening of celebration on behalf of pets.
And last but not least, there will be a ceremonial puck drop to mark the countdown towards Hockey Day in Canada hosted by Ron MacLean—set to take place in Victoria from January 17th to 20th.
Tickets start at $12.50 and can be purchased here.
- Where: Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre
- When: Friday, November 17th at 7:05 p.m.
Novem-beer Festival
Head over to the Lansdowne campus of Camosun College for an incredible evening of craft beer, delectable free food, live music, and a captivating silent auction—all in the spirit of giving back to our community.
As described, every sip, every bite, and every bid will go towards supporting the student society food bank at Camosun College!
Tickets are $25 and can be purchased via Eventbrite.
- Where: Camosun College, Wilna Thomas Hall, 3100 Foul Bay Rd
- When: Friday, November 17th from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Tombo Pop-Up
Australian-born but Victoria-based chef, Tom Moore, is planning on opening a new restaurant that will be ready to open its doors early next year, but in the meantime, he will be opening a pop-up location in the heart of downtown.
They will be serving four sandwiches (one of which will be vegetarian), as well as salad and soup options!
Come over and say hello and get a sneak peek at what will be offered at Tombo Eats when it officially opens in 2024.
- Where: 1219 Government Street
- When: Friday, November 17th from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Alex & Friends: An Evening of Improv
OK Dope is presenting exceptional improv group Alex & Friends for their Friday show at The Mint!
Enjoy some refreshing beverages, munch on some good food, and soak in some belly-busting talent that will appear on stage.
The main headliner, Alex, is a gifted performer and has been captivating audiences ever since she was young and discovered she had talent for making others laugh!
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased here.
- Where: The Mint, 1414 Douglas Street
- When: Friday, November 17th at 8 p.m.
The Festival of Trees
Visit the Bay Centre and take a break between holiday shopping to wander through the exceptional display of trees different local businesses have contributed.
The Festival of Trees is not only beautiful, but also for a good cause! Vote for your favourite and donate to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.
It officially kicked off on Thursday, November 16th in a flurry of sparkling decorations, good spirits, and metres and metres of garland, and you’ll have until January 3rd to see them.
- Where: The Bay Centre, 1150 Douglas Street
- When: From November 16th to January 3rd during mall hours
