Happy Thursday, Victoria!
We hope you’re having a wonderful week so far, and continue to enjoy your sunny days in and around the city.
Catch a student showcase improv show, feel inspired at a maker’s event at the Royal BC Museum, or bring your family to the Langford Community Day.
If you’re in the mood for dance, Bluestem will be making their Victoria debut at the Victoria Event Centre!
For all of that and more, here’s 5 things to do in and around Victoria on Thursday, July 18th:
After Hours: Maker Space
Join the Royal BC Museum as they present their Maker Space event!
Begin in the feature exhibition Canadian Modern, which showcases innovative modern designs from mid-century homeware to psychedelic vintage dress and how they’re made.
Meet and chat with the highlighted designers from A Light Studio, Mike Randall Design and Atelier Dimo while you immerse yourself in this festival of creativity!
Tickets are $30 and have to be purchased online.
Light snacks will be included in the tickets and drinks will be available for purchase.
- Where: Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street
- When: Thursday, July 18th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Langford Community Fun Day
The City of Langford invites everyone to join them for a Community Fun Day!
Meet members of council and staff, share ideas regarding community initiatives and enjoy a day of fun for all ages!
There will be inflatable obstacle courses, face painting, BBQ hot dogs, music, games, sports activities and more.
- Where: Ruth King Elementary School Field, 2764 Jacklin Road
- When: Thursday, July 18th from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Bluestem at Victoria Event Centre (VEC)
VEC is hosting a rockin’ night as Bluestem makes their Victoria debut!
They’ll be accompanied by Vancouver’s Autonomous Apes, Idle Lane and Silverware—bringing attendees a fantastic blend of indie and punk flavours.
Gather a group of pals and dance the night away as the bands ignite the stage with their passion and energy!
Tickets are $13 in advance and $15 at the door.
- Where: Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad Street
- When: Thursday, July 18th from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
OK, DOPE Improv Student Showcase
Don’t miss out on catching OK, DOPE’s exciting showcase!
This improv summer show will present Alex Foreman’s improv students as they use their new skills live on stage.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased via Showcase.
- Where: The Mint, 1414 Douglas Street
- When: Thursday, July 18th at 8 p.m.
Esquimalt Farmers Market
Enjoy the Esquimalt Farmers Market, now on its 10th season—it’s a fun-filled community event for all ages!
You’ll find a huge selection of featured farm-fresh produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, jewelry, clothing and much more!
Plus, they’ll have rotating weekly food trucks and nightly musical performances.
- Where: Memorial Park, 1200 Esquimalt Road
- When: Thursday, July 18th from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
