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Avery Raquel ~ 2026 Slow Motion Tour
The Coda · Victoria, BC
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Ocean Entertainment Worldwide, in association with A.J.E. Global Productions, presents eight limited engagement concerts starring Canada’s Avery Raquel ~ Live in Concert. Witness the evolution of one of Canada’s most formidable young musical forces. At just 24 years old, Billboard-charting recording artist and multi-instrumentalist Avery Raquel takes the stage for a mesmerizing live experience that redefines the…
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High Moon – A Werewolf Western
Heritage Acres · Victoria, BC
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Hang onto your ten-gallon hats, grab your silver bullets, and brace yourself for a night of fright with High Moon: A Werewolf Western. Set against a backdrop of shadowy barns and moonlit churches, this original site-specific show plunges the audience into a remote Wild West town where around every corner something hungry and hairy waits. “It’s Clint Eastwood meets An American Werewolf in London, blending classic…
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Greenhouse Open House
Victoria, BC
5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Join the Victoria Conservatory of Music on Thursday, October 15 from 5:00pm to 6:30pm for an Open House at our newly updated space at 1411 Quadra Street. Free and open to the public. RSVP in advance.
Free
Who Doesn’t Love a Prequel? The Wonders of Prehistoric Egypt
Royal BC Museum, Conference Hall · Victoria, BC
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Lecture by Katlin Long-Wright What was life like in Egypt before pharaohs, writing and pyramids? Join PhD candidate Katlin Long-Wright to explore prehistoric Egypt: how people lived, environmental change and the mysteries Egyptologists are still working to solve.
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Who Doesn’t Love a Prequel? The Wonders of Prehistoric Egypt
Royal BC Museum · Victoria, BC
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
When you think of ancient Egypt, you likely think of the Great Pyramids of Giza, the boy-king, Tutankhamun, or the expansive Karnak Temple complex. But how much do you know about Egypt before a time of Kings, writing, and grandiose architecture? This talk explores how people lived in Prehistoric Egypt. You will learn about Egypt’s prehistoric cultures, the substantial environmental changes in the region, and some of…
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How Stories Breathe
Langham Court Theatre, Victoria · Victoria, BC
7:30 p.m.
Join us for How Stories Breathe, an evening with Indigenous authors at the Victoria Festival of Authors! Hosted by Dr. Maria del Carmen Rodríguez de France and Sam Beynon, this conversation brings together Monique Gray Smith, Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas, Jordan Abel and Amanda Peters to talk about story, craft, and bringing their stories to life. Bannock bites from Elder Debbie Lewis will be served for everyone.…
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Katarina String Quartet in Concert
Phillip T. Young Recital Hall, MacLaurin B-Wing · Victoria, BC
8:00 p.m.
Don’t miss one of North America’s most exciting young chamber ensembles as the award-winning Katarina String Quartet makes its UVic debut. Grand Prize Winners of the 2025 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition, the quartet is celebrated for its dynamic performances, community leadership, and thoughtful approach to both classical masterworks and contemporary music. The tightly-knit ensemble recently served as the…
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Dread Noir – A theatrical, horror-themed Tabletop Roleplay experience
Paul Phillips Hall · Victoria, BC
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Welcome to the Sweet Escape, where dread needs no reservation. Are you checking in? Date: October 15th & 16th, @7PM (Doors open at 6:30PM) Location: Paul Phillips Hall (1923 Fernwood Rd) Tickets: Early bird – $20 | Regular – $25 About the Show Prepare yourself for Dread Noir, a spine-tingling mix of tabletop roleplaying and live theatre, inspired by classic film noir. Join our cast of anti-heroes, outcasts, and…
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Dance with the Devil – Reap what you Sow
Maple Leaf School of Russian Ballet · Victoria, BC
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Dance with the Devil – Reap what you sow is Pandora’s Box’s second annual haunting cabaret. Hosted by the devil himself, the story of the 7 deadly sins is unravelled through the performance art of burlesque, dance, and drag. The night will reveal who belongs on Earth and who truly deserves to be in Hell. The show is 19+, and we are offering a full-service bar. We also want to note that the show has a range of…
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Do-It-Yourself: Creative Cooking with what you’ve got
Saanich Neighbourhood Place · Victoria, BC
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Reduce waste and save money in the kitchen by getting creative! Ever wonder what to do with that unique veg you got in your food box that you’ve never seen before? Or have that leftover 1Tbs of tomato paste and unsure how to use it? What about that hunk of cheese you bought for that one recipe and now don’t know what to do with? What about that extra cilantro you have kicking in your crisper? At this creative…
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Harvest Fest 2026 at The Gardens at HCP
The Gardens at HCP · Victoria, BC
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Join us on Saturday, October 17th from 10 AM – 2 PM to celebrate the harvest season, local growing knowledge and community. Enjoy a mix of activities for all ages, including: • Free garden talks • Family activities with HCP Kids • Coffee and baked treats • Live portrait illustrations • Community garden and horticulture groups, with opportunities to bring your garden questions • Plant sales • Squash race! Featured…
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Harvest Market
Patio Gardens · Victoria, BC
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Join us for a cozy, community-focused market celebrating the beauty and bounty of the autumn season. This intimate event will feature 20–25 carefully selected local vendors offering handcrafted goods, seasonal décor, fresh baking, preserves, and more. Whether you’re looking to stock up on fall favourites, get a head start on holiday shopping, or simply enjoy the festive atmosphere, the Harvest Market is the perfect…
Free
Shared Histories: A Celebration of Islamic History Month
Royal BC Museum, Carl Clifford Hall · Victoria, BC
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Celebrate Islamic History Month at the Royal BC Museum. Explore Muslim histories and cultures through displays, stories and hands-on activities. Enjoy food, art workshops, henna for kids and more at this afternoon event for all ages.
Free
Native Plant Workshop at Swan Lake
Swan Lake Nature House · Victoria, BC
12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Are you interested in incorporating native plants into your garden? Join us for our native plant workshop with Swan Lake Site Director, Jay Rastogi! Participants will learn about native plant identification, the cultural history and ecological benefits of native plants, Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary’s very own native plant gardens, and the CRD’s water conservation program. Where: Swan Lake Nature House, 3873 Swan Lake…
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The Unicorn’s Birthday®
Farquhar at UVic University Farquhar Auditorium · Victoria, BC
3:00 p.m.
Everyone’s invited to the unicorn’s birthday party! Meet musical penguins, monkeys, ducks, and other whimsical creatures in this interactive concert for young families and sensory-friendly audiences. Composer Bob Singleton—best known for his decade as music director of Barney & Friends—created The Unicorn’s Birthday for the Dallas Symphony, co-commissioned by orchestras across North America. A joyful introduction to…
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Rocky Horror Picture Show 2026
The Vic Theatre · Victoria, BC
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Rocky Horror Picture Show Join us at The Vic Theatre for the first – and still the greatest – interactive movie experience: The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Enjoy the catchy songs, crazy costumes, and audience participation as fiancés Brad and Janet stumble into Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s strange world. We’ll have prop bags for sale and a costume contest. If it’s your first time, have no fear, our great host Gordon to guide…
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Write Your Short Story (3 Sessions)
Carr House National Historic Site · Victoria, BC
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Create a story you love in three weeks! Join Sue Scott for this exhilarating and supportive workshop! Decide what story to write based on your connection to it and its potential for emotion. Explore the world and characters of your story. Learn about compelling story forms. Ponder the “Three C’s” of great stories. Write your story! In addition to the three workshop sessions, you will be offered two fun and optional…
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Afternoon Tea for a cause: Support Purple Thursday at Pendray Tea House
Pendray Tea House · Victoria, BC
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
On Sunday, October 18, 2026, step inside the historic Pendray Tea House in Victoria’s Inner Harbour for our third annual Purple Thursday Afternoon Tea, a special day of tea, tradition and community in support of survivors of domestic violence and brain injury awareness. Set within a beautifully restored 1896 Victorian mansion, guests can enjoy Pendray’s Traditional Afternoon Tea, complete with delicate finger…
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Can Art Save the Birds?
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria - AGGV · Victoria, BC
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
As part of the Victoria Festival of Authors, join Ann Nightingale in conversation with Jackie Morris and Don Gunn. REGISTER NOW: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/can-art-save-the-birds-tickets-1997988835391?aff=ebdsoporgprofile “We will not save what we do not love,” wrote Jackie Morris’s co-author Robert Macfarlane. Together, Morris and Macfarlane have collaborated on three books: The Lost Words, The Lost Spells, and…
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Family Sunday: Impressions from the Road
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria · Victoria, BC
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Pack your imagination and join local designer and printmaker, Rio Kaneki, for a creative journey. We’re delighted to welcome you back for another exciting season of our popular Family Sunday program! Inspired by the travel scenes, hidden paths, and landscapes in the AGGV exhibition On the Road: Journeys through Japanese Woodblock Prints, families will explore new ways to create. We look forward to seeing you soon! —…
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Owen Riegling: In The Feeling Tour
MCPHERSON PLAYHOUSE · Victoria, BC
8:00 p.m.
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Family Sunday: Impressions from the Road
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria - AGGV · Victoria, BC
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Pack your imagination and join local designer and printmaker, Rio Kaneki, for a creative journey. We’re delighted to welcome you back for another exciting season of our popular Family Sunday program! Inspired by the travel scenes, hidden paths, and landscapes in the AGGV exhibition On the Road: Journeys through Japanese Woodblock Prints, families will explore new ways to create. We look forward to seeing you soon! —…
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Forest Bathing at Swan Lake
Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary · Victoria, BC
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
In need of some nature mindfulness? Join us for a guided forest bathing walk at the Nature Sanctuary. Shinrin-Yoku is the Japanese practice of forest bathing, of taking in the forest through our senses – through our sense of hearing, sight, touch, taste, and smell. More than a walk in the woods, forest bathing is an opportunity to slow down, focus on our senses and re-connect with nature. Being outdoors and…
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The Story Collection: Stories from the Threshold
Royal BC Museum · Victoria, BC
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The Story Collection returns with stories about death, dying, and the thresholds we cross. Inspired by themes woven through our feature exhibition, Ancient Egypt: Obsessed with Life.
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