Welcome to another Thursday, Victoria!
It’s still looking pretty overcast, but there’s plenty of wonderful activities to keep you and your pals entertained despite the sun’s cheeky hiding.
Check out Sip or Spill at Friends of Dorothy, grab yourself a funky cocktail at End Dive, attend a comedy night and more!
If you’re in need of some relaxation, Kristyn Rose offers free yoga in the park on Thursdays and the Esquimalt Farmers Market is always a lovely stroll.
Here’s 5 things to do in and around Victoria on Thursday, August 22nd:
Sip or Spill at Friends of Dorothy
Join the crew of Friends of Dorothy for a night of games, comedy and some brutal tea!
Sip or Spill: What’s YOUR Tea? has been described as the most hilarious monthly drag show in the city and is hosted by Henrietta Dubét and Fierce Brosnan!
Make a reservation for you and your pals, here.
- Where: Friends of Dorothy, 537 Johnson Street
- When: Thursday, August 22nd from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
OK, DOPE: Bo & Friends
Join fellow comedy fans at The Mint for OK, DOPE’s show, ‘Bo & Friends’!
Featured comedians include Eylott Ryan, Danielle Florence, Burke Maru, Alex Forman, and hosted by Bo Jagger Essery!
Tickets are $22 and you can purchase them on their website.
- Where: The Mint, 1414 Douglas Street
- When: Thursday, August 22nd at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.)
End Dive
If you’re looking for a moody and hipster atmosphere combined with sophisticated exposed brick and a backlit bar, End Dive is for you.
They feature a unique list of uniquely crafted cocktails as well as some delicious food menu items that have received wonderful reviews.
View their sample menu here.
- Where: End Dive, 1802 Government Street
- When: Thursday, August 22nd from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Esquimalt Farmers Market
Enjoy the Esquimalt Farmers Market, now on its 10th season—it’s a fun-filled community event for all ages!
You’ll find a huge selection of featured farm-fresh produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, jewelry, clothing and much more!
Plus, they’ll have rotating weekly food trucks and nightly musical performances.
- Where: Memorial Park, 1200 Esquimalt Road
- When: Thursday, August 22nd from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Free Yoga in the Park
If you’re in need of some zen, you can find it in Meadow Park every Thursday all summer long!
Kristyn Rose will guide you through an hour of transformational movement and bring you to a renewed sense of peace.
Make sure you bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, sun protection and yoga props, if needed.
- Where: Royal Bay Meadow Park, 483 Royal Bay Drive, Colwood
- When: Thursday, August 22nd from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
