It’s time to relax and enjoy the weekend! From a beach festival to a car show, here are 10 Victoria events to check out this weekend.
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Victoria Events This Weekend
Friday, July 19
Music | Mamma Mia!
On a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, ABBA’s enchanting, timeless hits propel this beautiful and funny tale of love, friendship, and identity. Sophie is about to be married and is determined to find the father she’s never known, to give her away at the wedding.
Beach | Beach Food Fridays and Saturdays
Starting May 31, 2019, head to the beach in Colwood every Friday & Saturday for lunch or dinner from your favourite local food trucks with free, live, local music from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Entertainment | Live Entertainment @ Q Bar
Come out for Pacific Northwest inspired cocktails and bar bites, while enjoying live music every night of the week, year-round, featuring local singers, songwriters and musicians.
Exhibition | Maya: The Great Jaguar Rises
Visitors will discover a powerful culture that rose in the tropical rainforests of Guatemala thousands of years ago, and learn how science and belief shaped the Maya identity from ancient times to present day.
Beach | Parksville Beach Festival
Master Sand Sculptors travel from all corners of the globe to participate in this remarkable competition and exhibition in Parksville, British Columbia, Canada. Sculptors have 30 hours over four days to create their masterpieces from just sand and water.
Cars | Northwest Deuce Days
This ever popular Northwest Deuce Days takes place every three years in Victoria’s Iconic Inner Harbour. Attendees will view 1,400 spectacular pre-1952 collector vehicles, over 500 of which are Deuces.
Saturday, July 20
Market | The James Bay Community Market
At the James Bay Community Market, you’ll come across a wide variety of artisan vendors, live music, and much more.
Vegan | Vegtoria
Vegtoria is an annual festival that celebrates veganism, cruelty-free living, compassion and the environment in one fun-filled day! There will be music, vendors, speakers, food and more!
Art | TD Art Gallery Paint-In
Over 190 artists will bring their studio to Moss Street for this massive paint-in event. Admission is free.
Sunday, July 21
Market | Bastion Square Public Markets
The Bastion Square Public Markets is located in the heart of downtown Victoria. It’s open every Thursday and Sunday, featuring a mix of arts, crafts and imports, and entertainment.