Cheers to another successful week, Victoria!
To give you and your loved ones the best possible weekend, we’ve compiled a list of events happening throughout the city.
Highlights include Peter Pan on Ice, free kids’ admission at the Malahat SkyWalk, a ballet at Royal Theatre, an exhibition for International Day for Eliminating Racial Discrimination and more!
If you’re looking to dance, Capital Ballroom is hosting an internationally known DJ and the legendary Beach Boys will be playing at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre.
For all of this and more, here’s 12 things to do in and around Victoria this weekend—March 22nd and 23rd:
Peter Pan on Ice
Get ready for an enchanting adventure as the Racquet Club of Victoria presents Peter Pan on Ice!
This spectacular performance will bring the classic story of the boy who never grows up to life in a way you’ve never seen before.
Featuring jaw-dropping performances by National Ice Dancers alongside talented skaters from the Racquet Club of Victoria, this show promises to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
Tickets are priced at $23.50, making it an affordable and magical outing for families, friends, and anyone looking for a fun time.
- Where: Archie Browning Sports Centre, located at 1151 Esquimalt Road
- When:
- Saturday, March 22nd at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m
- Sunday, March 23rd, at 1 p.m.
Kids Visit Free at Malahat SkyWalk
This spring break, kids and teens (17-years-old and under) are being offered free admission at the Malahat SkyWalk!
From this Saturday to March 30th, take your family on an epic adventure with a side of savings.
To score the deal, purchase one adult ticket per child!
- Where: Malahat SkyWalk, 901 Trans-Canada Highway, Malahat
- When: Saturday, March 15th to Sunday, March 30th during hours of operation
Victoria Paleontology Society: Fossil Festival
Dinosaur and fossil lovers, this is for you!
From Saturday, March 22nd to Sunday, March 23rd, the Victoria Paleontology Society will be hosting a Fossil Festival.
If you’ve been lucky enough to find fossils in BC, bring it by for them to be identified! There will also be a scavenger hunt with prizes and colouring pages.
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- Where: Tillicum Centre, 3170 Tillicum Road
- When: Saturday, March 22nd to Sunday, March 23rd
10th Cracks in the Concrete Conference
Hosted by Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network (CREAN), the 10th annual Cracks in the Concrete conference will take place from Friday, March 21st to Sunday, March 23rd.
This year, they’ll be exploring the theme Beneath the Surface: Illuminating Visible & Invisible Disabilities.
The aim is to shed light on the voices and experiences of individuals living with visible and invisible disabilities—particularly people of colour, who are often left out of disability discourse.
This event is free to attend, but they do accept donations.
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- Where: Victoria City Hall, 1 Centennial Square
- When: Kicked off on Friday, March 21st and runs until Sunday, March 23rd
60th Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition
The Royal BC Museum is once again rolling out the red carpet for one of the world’s most celebrated photography exhibitions: Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
The exhibit kicked off on February 14th and runs until April 27th, showcasing over 100 breathtaking new images—each one a testament to the awe-inspiring beauty of the natural world.
Highlighted amongst the collection includes “The Swarm of Life” by Vancouver Island’s own Shane Gross, this year’s Adult Grand Title Winner.
- Where: Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street
- When: From February 14th to April 27th
Go Watch “The Island Between Tides”
Vancouver-based filmmakers Austin Andrews and Andrew Holmes’ film The Island Between Tides opened at The Roxy Theatre on Friday, March 21st and will play for a week!
The story is about a young woman who follows a mysterious melody onto a remote tidal island. When she crosses back over at the next low tide, she emerges into a world where 25 years have passed.
General admission tickets are just over $12, and the showtimes vary throughout its run.
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- Where: The Roxy Theatre, 2657 Quadra Street
- When: Opened on Friday, March 21st and will run until Tuesday, March 25th—showtimes vary
Black History Beyond February Pop-Up Series
Join the AACCCS-Issamba Centre at Mayfair Shopping Centre for a special exhibit!
This Canadian Black History exhibit is in commemoration of the International Day for Eliminating Racial Discrimination, aimed at fostering education, reflection, and action in the fight against racism and discrimination.
Admission to this event is free.
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- Where: Mayfair Shopping Centre, centre court, 3147 Douglas Street
- When: Kicked off on Friday, March 21st and runs until Sunday, March 23rd
Carmina Burana at Royal Theatre
Described as “exhilarating” and a “visual spectacle,” Ballet Victoria presents, Carmina Burana from March 21st to 23rd.
It will play at Royal Theatre, featuring Carl Orff’s epic score, live music, and the emotionally charged voices of the Victoria Choral Society, all under Brian Wismath’s take on Destrooper’s masterpiece.
Tickets start at $34.75.
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- Where: Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton Street
- When:
- Saturday, March 22nd at 7:30 p.m.
- Sunday, March 23rd at 2 p.m.
Bass Coast Pre-Party ft. The Librarian
Don’t miss this Bass Coast pre-party, featuring DJ The Librarian!
The Librarian, Andrea Graham, is a celebrated Canadian DJ producer and curator, and she is the co-founder and music director of Bass Coast Music Festival.
Tickets are $39.50 and can be purchased here.
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- Where: Capital Ballroom, 858 Yates Street
- When: Saturday, March 22nd at 9 p.m.
The Beach Boys in Victoria
The Beach Boys will officially launch their “Endless Summer Gold” tour at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre this Saturday, March 22nd.
As described, this band has birthed a torrent of hit singles and sold albums by the tens of millions, and has forever changed the musical landscape.
Ticket prices vary by seat selection, and there aren’t many left, so don’t wait!
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- Where: Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard Street
- When: Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
Retromania: Pulp Fiction
Don’t miss Vic Theatre’s Pacific Noir Retromania special showing of Pulp Fiction!
Described to be Quentin Tarantino’s most iconic film, the 1994 classic is busting at the seams with memorable scenes, and features a star-packed ensemble cast: John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, Uma Thurman, Harvey Keitel and Ving Rhames.
Tickets are just over $14 and can be purchased here.
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- Where: Vic Theatre, 808 Douglas Street
- When: Sunday, March 23rd at 7:30 p.m.
Paper Street Theatre: Improv Cabaret
Featuring students from the Paper Street Theatre Masters Program, this special Improv Cabaret show is sure to delight audiences!
There are three sets, so gather a group of pals and get ready for an epic night jam-packed with improv.
Tickets are sold on a $10 to $20 sliding scale.
- Where: Intrepid Theatre, 1609 Blanshard Street
- When: Sunday, March 23rd at 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
