It’s going to be a fun weekend across Victoria.
From parades to film festivals, here are 10 things to do in Victoria this weekend.
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Things To Do In Victoria This Weekend
Friday, February 8
Food | Dine Around & Stay In Town
Dine Around & Stay in Town 2019 will take place from January 25th to February 10th, 2019.
Visitors and locals alike will experience Victoria’s thriving, diverse culinary scene and enjoy special offerings from over 50 restaurants with set-price, three course menus. Victoria’s hotels also will join in the fun and offer accommodations at reduced prices.
Sports | Vikes Games
Come out and cheer on your basketball, soccer, women’s field hockey, women’s rugby, swimming, cross country and track teams at various events.
Lego | Lego Exhibition
Dozens of Star Wars themed Lego models provide a special focus for this exciting exhibit, rounded out by hundreds of other Lego models including Hogwarts Castle and Lego model of the Bugatti Chiron automobile.
Film | Victoria Film Festival
The Victoria Film Festival runs from February 1st – February 10th and will feature 156 films from Canada and around the world.
Celebrations | Chinese New Year
The Cook Street Village Activity Centre will a delicious Chinese lunch that’ll include chicken chow mein, beef & broccoli, sweet & sour pork and much more.
Saturday, February 9
Music | African Drumming Camp
Mamadou Diabate is a virtuoso musician from Burkina Faso, West Africa. As well as being one of the world’s top percussionists, he is an exceptional instructor. Mamadou tours extensively around the globe, and locals are lucky to have him here in Victoria for more than two full weeks!
Fundraiser | Food For Families Gala
The Union Club and The Mustard Seed are pleased to present the inaugural Food for Families Gala Fundraiser on February 9th, 2019.
Bringing together the talents of two local artists, this evening will feature music by one of Canada’s most esteemed tenors, Ken Lavigne as well as a beautifully crafted 3-course dinner by The Union Club’s very own Executive Chef, Nicolas Hipperson.
Workshop | Knotical Love
Looking for something special for that special someone this Valentine’s Day? Come out to the Maritime Museum of British Columbia for their Knotical Love Workshop! Admission is $19.99.
Sunday, February 10
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.
Parade | Chinese New Year Celebrations
Come out and see the annual Chinese lion dance parade, cultural performances and a Kung Fu demonstration.