You’ve made it to yet another weekend! From a wine festival to a massive meat festival, here are 10 Victoria events to check out this weekend.
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Victoria Events This Weekend
Friday, September 20
Wine | Victoria International Wine Festival
Taste through the largest wine tasting in Victoria with over 300 presenting wines from 11+ different countries! Tickets start at $40.
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.
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.
Fundraiser | 4th Annual Harvest on the Harbour
This evening will include dinner and entertainment under the stars. Tickets are $129.
Saturday, September 21
Music | African Drumming Week
This is your chance to learn from one of the world’s best multi-instrumentalist! You’ll learn the history and power of the “djembe” drum, balafon (African xylophone), and much more!
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.
Sunday, September 22
Food | Brewery & The Beast
Indulge in creative, meaty dishes from over 60 chefs and restaurants from Victoria and the Island, all using sustainable, local proteins from BC and Alberta. Admission is $99.
Market | Get Fresh Harvest Market at Sea Cider
Come out to this market to enjoy 30 hand-picked local food, drinks, and various farm vendors. Admission starts at $2.
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.