Cheers to Thursday, Victoria—the city’s got a lot in store for you!
There are plenty of incredible events lined up, including a free community movie night, a reimagined live performance of Cinderella and more.
Plus, Canada’s biggest travelling carnival is returning to Victoria, and will be taking over Mayfair Shopping Centre for a few magical days!
For all of this and more, here’s 5 things to do in and around Victoria on Thursday, April 24th:
West Coast Amusements at Mayfair Mall
Canada’s biggest travelling carnival is back and is coming to Victoria, starting this Thursday and running until Sunday, April 27th!
West Coast Amusements (WCA) presents a mix of favourite rides, classic carnival snacks and no shortage of games and fun.
Ride wristbands are $50 and can be purchased on their website.
- Where: Mayfair Shopping Centre, 3147 Douglas Street
- When: Thursday, April 24th from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella’
Get ready for a magical experience this spring as the Canadian Heritage Arts Society (CHAS) and the Canadian College of Performing Arts (CCPA) present a reimagined version of classic, Cinderella.
It opened on Friday, April 18th and runs until Saturday, April 26th with a total of eight performances, the production is sure to delight audiences with a blend of stunning visuals, witty humour and magic.
This timeless tale gets a refreshing twist that’s set to the unforgettable music of Rodgers and Hammerstein, as well as a new book by playwright Douglas Carter Beane.
Tickets are currently $55 and can be purchased here.
- Where: McPherson Playhouse, 3 Centennial Square
- When: Friday, April 18th and running until Saturday, April 26th
Quote the Raven & Suzie Ungerleider
Don’t miss Quote and the Raven at Hermann’s Jazz Club this Thursday!
Jordan Coaker and Kirsten Rodden-Clarke, have been performing together for over a decade as Quote the Raven, having started in the small bars and pubs around St. John’s.
They’ve rapidly grown in the past few years, becoming well-known in Canada and steadily reaching an international audience as well!
Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online or in person.
- Where: Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street
- When: Thursday, April 24th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
Community Movie Night
Join Fernwood NRG for another Community Movie Night!
This week features Tea Creek—a powerful documentary on the revitalization of Indigenous food sovereignty.
Tea Creek tells the story of reclaiming abundance, healing from the impacts of colonization, and building a better future through connection to land and culture.
There’s no cost to watch, and free popcorn will be available as well!
- Where: 1240 Gladstone Avenue
- When: Thursday, April 24th from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The Crowd Work Show Special at Heckler’s
OK, DOPE is presenting a special live Crowd Work Show with Nash Park and Alex Forman at Heckler’s Bar & Grill!
It’s 100% improvised stand-up comedy, and Park and Forman will be taking the stage with absolutely zero material prepared.
If you’re looking for a fun, rowdy comedy show, this is it!
- Where: Heckler’s Bar & Grill, 123 Gorge Road East
- When: Thursday, April 24th at 8 p.m.
