Let’s Go to Victoria
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Classic Boat Festival 2023
Sep1-3rd During the Labour Day Weekend (1st to the 3rd of September), access to the boat area was allowed to the public during these days for the Classic Boat Festival (ran by the Maritime Museum of BC) ! Many strolled in the docks to see the fabulous vessels / classic boats. NEARBY The Empress Milestones…
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Blues n’ Roots Festival
AUG 26, AUG 27TH This is a popular event in victoria put on by the Victoria Jazz Society, with blues lovers coming out their shells to shake out and enjoy the musicIf you’re a blues lover, you better make your way down ! The event spans the entire weekend ( friday through sunday) The free…
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Rutledge Park (Music In The Park Series)
Rutledge park is beautiful to visit on its own and recreate by running, playing tennis, etc. In this special occasion the Demographix played some good classics and the crows was veruy lively and excited A great time for sure. Others, like myself, just tuned in and enjoyed the music and relaxed in the grass or…
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Dragon Boat Festival
Aug 11th through 13th During the Dragon Boat Festival different rowing teams race each other along the water. There’s excitement in the audience as the athletes push through the physically demanding activity. If you wish you can sit on the bleachers available to enjoy the nice views, and follow the boats along the water. Vendors…
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Sidney St Market
June 15th, Aug 10th Sidney St Market The Sidney St market sure is a good spot to be during ! This event happens recurrently every Thursday throughout the summer. With numerous arts and craft vendors as well as food truck vendors, the event is a booming one with a high attendance rate! Take a stroll…
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Symphony in the Park
The Victoria Symphony offered some very special concerts over the summer Although most of them were ticketed, free events were held as part of the festival, where all were welcome to attend. It was nice to enjoy some outdoors time, and live music by such talanted musicians. This particular event depicted happened in the Beacon…
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Music In The Park (Series)
My friend Steve and I adventured into James Bay (Fisherman’s wharf park) to see the music here this day, which was part of the ‘Summer Concert Series – Music In The Park’ performances. The ‘Vancouver Island Dynamite’ band played some great music there (they’re a Jazz/Funk/Fusion band). You can bring your food to have a…
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Class Car Festival Oak Bay
JUL 23RD An event sure to delight car lovers / fans in Victoria is the Classic Car Festival that happens yearly in the Oak Bay neighbourhood. Plenty of collectors owners drive their smooth rides into this location to share with the community. Vendors are open (coffeshops / restaurants /food trucks) during the event. The Oak…
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Oak Bay Night Market
The Oak Bay night market recurred every 2nd Wednesday of the month during the summer between 4pm and 8pm. The market ocurred in Oak Bay Village, where the street closes down to vehicular traffic. The environment is very fun and vibrant. One can walk freely and visit the open businesses, as well as see the…
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Festival Mexicano
July 9th A fantastic cultural event, Festival Mexicano made it’s comeback in July, in the Inner Harbour. It featured musical performances in spanish. If you’re latino (Guatemala), like myself, it’s great to come and reconnect with your roots ! The weaether was beautiful and the community spirit was very lively. The event was organized by…
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