Leave your work behind and get ready for the weekend!
From vegan expos to beach festivals, here are 11 awesome events in Victoria this weekend.
Events In Victoria This Weekend
Friday, July 20
Market | Esquimalt Farmers Market Pop Up Markets
The Esquimalt Farmers Market Pop Up Markets is back for its fourth season. It runs until Wednesday, October 31st, 2018. Esquimalt Farmers Market exists to provide a marketplace which serves as a community gathering point that builds relationships, encourages healthy, local living, environmental and economic sustainability.
Tour | Ghostly Walks
Ghostly Walks guides you through the streets of Victoria and tells you stories of the past. Tickets start at $13.
Market | Salt Spring Farmers Market
Browse internationally acclaimed arts and crafts from Canada’s “Island of the Arts” including world class potters, jewellers, fibre artists, woodworkers, fine art & photography, body care, clothing and accessories, island tours and more. Admission is free.
Museum | Egypt: The Time of Pharaohs
With more than 300 original artifacts, some an astounding 4,500 years old, this exhibition covers all aspects of ancient Egyptian life, from the emergence of ancient Egyptian civilization along the Nile to the Ptolemaic and Roman eras.
Sculptures | Parksville Beach Festival
The gated exhibition is open to the public until August 19th at 9:00 p.m. Admission is a $3 suggested donation.
Saturday, July 21
Tour | Wentworth Villa Tour
This is your last chance to go on this tour. Learn about the process and procedures that the restoration of the villa went through. Admission is by donation.
Tour | Historic House Tour
Drop by on any Saturday from noon to 2:00 p.m. and meet the amazing volunteers who maintain the house and garden. Join them for a guided tour Saturdays at 2:00 p.m. Stroll through the garden and browse the gift shop.
History | Chinatown Walking Tour
Walk in the footsteps of gold miners, merchants, labourers and revolutionaries this weekend during the Chinatown Walking Tour. Tickets start at $13.
Vegan expo | Vegtoria
Vegtoria will be taking place in beautiful downtown Victoria’s Centennial Square on July 21st, 2018 from 11:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The day will offer exciting food, booths, vendors, non-profits, contests and speakers!
Sunday, July 22
Music | Live Music Night At The O Cafe and Bistro
Join the O Cafe and Bistro every Wednesday and Sunday night for live music. Admission is free.
Cars | Fords & Friends Car Show & Shine
Early Ford V8 Club #109 Victoria presents the 38th annual Fords & Friends Car Show & Shine this weekend at Saanich Historical Artifacts Society at Heritage Acres. It’ll feature 200 classic cars and trucks.
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