We don’t know about you, but our bellies and hearts are still full after the holiday dinners, visits with loved ones and festive activities!
If you’re still in the mood for an outing after the holiday craziness, we’ve highlighted events that include a sought-after ballet performance, a techno night, live music, a Victoria Royals game and more.
Plus, if you’re in the mood for something fairly low-key, The Vic Theatre is showing The Sound of Music this weekend!
For all of this and more, here’s 11 things to do in and around Victoria this weekend—December 28th & 29th:
The Gift of the Nutcracker
The Gift of the Nutcracker ballet performance is a highly sought after holiday classic, so don’t miss out!
It’ll be on at the Royal Theatre from Saturday, December 28th to Monday, December 30th—so you have plenty of time to catch a show.
Tickets start at $34.75 and will be dependent on seat selection.
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- Where: Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton Street
- When:
- Saturday, December 28th at 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, December 29th and Monday, December 30th at 2 p.m.
Teen Winter Ice Skating
If you’re a SD62 teen, then we’ve got some fun news for you!
These teens can enjoy free outdoor ice skating at City Centre Park on certain Saturdays!
The skate and helmet rentals are included, and if you’re feeling like a little treat, there are s’mores available for purchase—2 for $5.
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- Where: City Centre Park, 1089 Langford Parkway
- When: Saturday, December 28th from 8:15 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
2nd Annual New Years Bash
Royalty Entertainment and Royal And Fred The Penguin are hosting their 2nd annual New Years Bash!
This is an all-ages New Years party, and each ticket will include a pop and some pizza, as well as party favours.
There will be four bands featured, including The Gnar Gnars, Sweathogz, Wolf Venom and GorillaFlip.
Tickets are $20 at the door for adults, and $10 for kids under 12-years-old.
- Where: Little Fernwood Gallery, 1923 Fernwood Road
- When: Saturday, December 28th at 6:30 p.m.
Victoria Royals vs. Prince George Cougars
The holiday break is officially over for the Victoria Royals, and they’ve hosted their first of back-to-back games against the Prince George Cougars on Friday.
Don’t miss their final game against the Cougars on Saturday! Bring your friends, treat yourself to some snacks and beverages and get settled in for some great hockey.
Ticket prices vary by seat selection and you can purchase them here.
- Where: Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard Street
- When: Saturday, December 28th, puck drops at 6:05 p.m.
AJJ with Pigeon Pit at Wicket Hall
Check out Andrew Jackson Jihad (AJJ) with Pigeon Pit at Wicket Hall this Saturday!
Comprised of core members Sean Bonnette (acoustic guitar) and Ben Gallaty (upright bass), AJJ is a folk-punk outfit from Phoenix, Arizona.
Tickets are just over $45 and can be purchased here.
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- Where: Wicket Hall, 919 Douglas Street
- When: Saturday, December 28th at 7 p.m.
Techno All Night at Medusa’s Shot House
Join the crew at Medusa’s Shot House for a Techno All Night event, presented by Synergic!
As described, this will be a dance-filled night where techno, acid, trance and hard techno collide in a celebration of sounds from Europe’s rave scene and beyond.
DJs include Link One, J-Bone, Xandr, Nosebleed and more!
Tickets are $16.50 and you can purchase them here.
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- Where: Medusa’s Shot House, 531 Yates Street
- When: Saturday, December 28th from 9 p.m. to late
House of Mercury Late Night Drag
Hop downtown to Friends of Dorothy for a fabulous evening of drag.
This Late Night Drag event will feature Mina Mercury’s iconic flagship show, joined by a special guest.
Expect amazing drinks, good vibes, and a ton of laughs!
Cover is $5.
- Where: Friends of Dorothy, 537 Johnson Street
- When: Saturday, December 28th at 9:30 p.m.
Kids’ Terrarium Workshop
The VI Plant Shop is hosting a Kids’ Terrarium Workshop, and you’re invited!
There will be experienced staff will guide the kids through the process of selecting plants, arranging them in a glass container, and adding decorative elements.
Gather your tots and learn to create your own green oasis to take home!
Tickets are $24 and can be purchased via Eventbrite.
- Where: VI Plant Shop, 515 Chatham Street #103
- When: Saturday, December 28th from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
‘The Sound of Music’ at Vic Theatre
The Vic Theatre is showing classic film, The Sound of Music this Sunday!
It’s the winner of five Academy Awards, including best picture, and is a treat for the whole family to enjoy.
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased here.
- Where: Vic Theatre, 808 Douglas Street
- When: Sunday, December 29th at 3 p.m.
Unkle Whiskey at Big Bad John’s
Every Sunday, Big Bad John’s welcomes band Unkle Whiskey and his Salty Nuts to play and entertain guests.
Don’t miss out on this great show, surrounded by a the atmosphere of Big Bad’s.
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- Where: Big Bad John’s, 919 Douglas Street
- When: Sunday, December 28th from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday Blues Services
Formerly at Hermann’s Upstairs, the Deb Rhymer Band’s Sunday Services are now hosted at Wicket Hall!
Join them every Sunday from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and bring your instrument if you feel like joining in and playing with the band.
$5 for cover and jammers get in for free.
- Where: Wicket Hall (under the Sticky Wicket), 919 Douglas Street
- When: Sunday, December 29th from 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
