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12 Things to do in Victoria this weekend: July 22 – 24

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FRIDAY July 22

Rock The Shores

  • What: Once again it’s time for Vancouver Island’s Biggest rock event of the summer! Kicking off with the Seven Mile Social – a day of programming dedicated to showcasing Vancouver Island’s hometown talent. Gates open at 12:00pm. Tickets start at $25.00
  • Where: West Shore Parks & Recreation, lower fields
    • 1:35pm Stinging Belle
    • 2:25pm Malahat
    • 3:25pm Kytami
    • 4:25pm Towers and Trees
    • 5:30pm Band of Rascals
    • 6:40pm Jon and Roy
    • 8:00pm Jesse Roper
    • 9:30pm Current Swell

Victoria International Buskers Festival

  • What: Featuring professional street performers from our region, across Canada, Europe, Sweden, Australia, South America and US. FREE event for all to enjoy. Tipping appreciated!
  • Where:
    • Waterfront Stages – Ship Point (2 stages) and Enterprise Lot (by Red Fish/Blue Fish)
    • Around the Town Stages – The Bay Centre and Uptown Shopping Centre
    • Music Stages: Bastion Square and Victoria Public Market at the Hudson.

Beach Food Fridays

  • What: Enjoy the day at the beach. Grab a bite from one of the local food trucks Grilled to the Mac, on site from 11:00am-7:00pm.
  • Where: Esquimalt Lagoon, Ocean Boulevard

Bites, Brews and Bands on the Barge

  • What: Head to Ogden Point for Victoria’s Finest Food Trucks, alongside fabulous local beer from Phillips, Hoyne, Driftwood as well as local cider from Sea Cider, and take in great local music on the Breakwater Barge. A perfect way to start the weekend! Midnight Mile on stage, event from 3:00-9:00pm.
  • Where: Ogden Point, 199 Dallas Rd.

Wayne’s Trucking Monster Truck Weekend

  • What: Featuring Monster Trucks, Lordco Demo Series, NEXX Financial Claimer Car and Richlock Rentals Drifters.
  • Where: Western Speedway. Grandstands open at 4:30pm.
  • Cost: $22.50/adults, $20/youth and senior, $14/military and kids (7-12yrs), $65/family pass (2 adults, 4 kids)

SATURDAY July 23

Rock the Shores

  • What: Featuring world class talent. Get your tickets now! $65 +S/C/general admission, $130 +S/C/VIP. Gates open at 12:00pm. Food trucks on site. A reminder no outside liquids permitted, water station available inside, there is no re-entry, children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult, under 10 years old is FREE – remember to fill out the registration form and BC Transit will have additional buses (#50, #52,  running before, during and after event. Most importantly have GREAT TIME!
  • Where: Westshore Parks & Recreation, lower field
    • 1:30pm Fintan O’Brien
    • 2:25pm Year of the Wolf
    • 3:25pm Royal Tusk
    • 4:25pm Dear Rogue
    • 5:30pm Big Wreck
    • 6:40pm The New Pornographers
    • 8:00pm The Cat Empire
    • 9:30pm City and Colour

Victoria International Buskers Festival

  • What: Featuring professional street performers from our region, across Canada, Europe, Sweden, Australia, South America and US. FREE event for all to enjoy. Tipping appreciated!
  • Where:
    • Waterfront Stages – Ship Point (2 stages) and Enterprise Lot (by Red Fish/Blue Fish)
    • Around the Town Stages – The Bay Centre and Uptown Shopping Centre
    • Music Stages: Bastion Square and Victoria Public Market at the Hudson.

Beach Food Saturdays

  • What: Enjoy the day at the beach. Grab a bite from one of the local food trucks Grilled to the Mac and Pepperman’s Girlls, on site from 11:00am-7:00pm.
  • Where: Esquimalt Lagoon, Ocean Boulevard

Wayne’s Trucking Monster Truck Weekend

  • What: Featuring Monster Trucks, Lordco Demo Series, NEXX Financial Claimer Car and Richlock Rentals Drifters.
  • Where: Western Speedway. Grandstands open at 4:30pm.

TICKETS: $22.50/adults, $20/youth and senior, $14/military and kids (7-12yrs), $65/family pass (2 adults, 4 kids)

Pop up Saturdays

  • What: Showcasing local talent from up and coming performers and seasoned musicians. Tropical Vibe will be performing from 1:00-3:00pm, followed by Dave Gallant & Norm McPherson from 3:00-5:00pm
  • Where: Market Square

SUNDAY July 24

Rock the Shores

  • What: Featuring world class talent. Get your tickets now! $65 +S/C/general admission, $130 +S/C/VIP. Gates open at 12:00pm. Food trucks on site. A reminder no outside liquids permitted, water station available inside, there is no re-entry, children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult, under 10 years old is FREE – remember to fill out the registration form and BC Transit will have additional buses (#50, #52, running before, during and after event. Most importantly have GREAT TIME!
  • Where: Westshore Parks & Recreation, lower field
    • 1:30pm The Motorleague
    • 2:20pm The Standstills
    • 3:15pm Yukon Blonde
    • 4:20pm July Talk
    • 5:35pm Eagles of Death Metal
    • 7:00pm Arkells
    • 8:30pm Metric

Northwest Deuce Days

  • What: Thousands of classic cars including the the largest collection of “Deuces” will be on display around the inner harbour from 10 am to 4 pm.
  • Where: Victoria Inner Harbour

Victoria International Buskers Festival

  • What: LAST DAY! Featuring professional street performers from our region, across Canada, Europe, Sweden, Australia, South America and US. FREE event for all to enjoy. Tipping appreciated!
  • Where:
    • Waterfront Stages – Ship Point (2 stages) and Enterprise Lot (by Red Fish/Blue Fish)
    • Around the Town Stages – The Bay Centre and Uptown Shopping Centre
    • Music Stages: Bastion Square and Victoria Public Market at the Hudson.

Etsy Outdoor Market

  • What: Shop around for handmade one of kind items from local artisans. Market open from 10:00am-3:00pm.
  • Where: Centennial Square

 

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