The Best Events To Check Out In Victoria This Weekend (July 27-29)

It’s already the last weekend of July!

From fireworks to outdoor markets, here are 10 awesome events taking place in Victoria this weekend.

Events In Victoria This Weekend

Friday, July 27

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.

Photo: The Butchart Gardens / Facebook

Saturday, July 28

Fireworks | Fireworks at Butchart Gardens

Come and experience a world-class firework show from the comfort of their fireworks lawn every Saturday through July and August.

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.