The workweek after a long weekend is always a little tough, but we’ve got some fun summer events to push you through!
Get cozy and catch a free outdoor movie at Bullen Park, drink and draw at Herald Street Brew Works or catch a HarbourCats game.
Plus, Vicious Poodle’s iconic drag bingo will be on and waiting for you, as well as the beloved Oaklands market!
Without further ado, here’s 5 things to do in and around Victoria on Wednesday, August 7th:
Outdoor Movie Series
There’s an incredible lineup of movies screening at Bullen Park and Esquimalt Gorge Park through Esquimalt’s Outdoor Movie Series this August!
This Wednesday’s will feature Raya & the Last Dragon at Bullen Park.
All of the films start at 8:45 p.m. or dusk!
Country Crepes will be present as well, serving up some delicious goods.
- Where: Bullen Park, 527 Fraser Street
- When: Every Wednesday throughout the month of August—movies start at 8:45 p.m.
Drink and Draw: Herald Street Brew Works
Join fellow like-minded creatives at a Drink and Draw event, hosted by the Drink and Draw Social Club!
This event’s meetup will occur at Herald Street Brew Works, so come prepared to taste some delicious craft beer and maybe get a snack or two.
- Where: Herald Street Brew Works, 506 Herald Street
- When: Wednesday, August 7th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Oaklands Sunset Market
The community of Oak Bay is thrilled to invite everyone back for another year of Oaklands Sunset Market!
It’s set to occur every Wednesday night at the Oaklands Community Centre, where you’ll find over 50 local food and artisan vendors, live music and more.
No better way to spend a summer evening!
- Where: Oaklands Community Centre, 1-2827 Belmont Avenue
- When: Wednesday, August 7th from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Drag Bingo at Vicious Poodle
The Vicious Poodle is well known across the city and is said to host some of the most interactive and enjoyable gay bar experiences!
They have plenty of events throughout the week, including their loved Drag Bingo taking place every Wednesday.
Grab your pals and make sure you grab a table as soon as you can—spots fill up fast!
- Where: The Vicious Poodle, 726 Johnson Street
- When: Wednesday, August 7th at 8 p.m.
Corvallis Knights vs. Victoria HarbourCats
Come cheer on your local baseball team, the Victoria HarbourCats, as they take on the Corvallis Knights!
It’s Fan Appreciation Night, presented by Passion Sports, with exciting giveaways planned for fans.
This game is the final one to be held at Wilson’s Group Stadium for the season because of football commitments! The rest of the “home” games for playoffs will be held in Nanaimo.
Ticket prices vary by seat selection and can be found here.
- Where: Wilson’s Group Stadium at Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Avenue
- When: Wednesday, August 7th at 6:35 p.m.
