Woohoo, it’s Friday, Victoria!
Hang up the business attire and get into your party clothes, cause Sunfest Country Festival has kicked off, and there’s also a DJ lineup scheduled for the Downbeat Event Centre.
If you’re feeling like more of a relaxed evening, visit the Humboldt Bar and try one of their unique and carefully crafted cocktails.
For all of the details on these and more, here’s 5 things to do in and around Victoria on Friday, August 1st:
Doc Martin at the Downbeat
Jump on the chance to catch Doc Martin at the Downbeat Event Centre during Wonderment Weekend!
He’ll be joined by local artists Night Mayor, Ekeem, Yours Truly and Phaze.
Tickets are $40 and can be purchased via Eventbrite.
- Where: Downbeat Event Centre, 1325 Government Street
- When: Friday, August 1st at 9 p.m.
Ship Point Market
Hosted by the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority (GVHA), get ready for another weekend of Ship Point’s market series, taking place Friday through Sunday!
This market is located on Ship Point Pier in the beautiful Inner Harbour, overlooking Causeway Marina, the Empress and Legislature building.
There will be plenty of buskers, food trucks, artisan vendors and more!
- Where: Ship Point, Inner Harbour on Wharf Street
- When: Friday, August 1st from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunfest Country
Treat the leather on your cowboy boots, it’s time for Sunfest Country music festival!
This year’s event kicked off on Thursday, July 31st and runs until Sunday, August 3rd—bringing attendees some of the best of country.
Catch featured performers such as Pony Gold, Chase Rice, Tim Hicks, the Coal Dust Gang, Ashley Cooke, Jaimeson Rhy and more!
Ticket prices vary depending on the festival experience you’re after! If you’re hoping to go for the day or camp for the weekend, there’s separate passes for your needs.
- Where: Laketown Ampitheatre, 8811 Youbou Road #648, Lake Cowichan
- When: Kicked off on Thursday, July 31st and runs until Sunday, August 3rd
Visit Humboldt Bar
As described, this intimate cocktail bar is located in the heart of downtown Victoria, and is inspired by the life and work of Alexander von Humboldt!
And so, here you’ll find cocktails that are inspired by his journeys and discoveries, his stories, and his accomplishments.
Take a date or some friends out for a beautifully crafted cocktail and enjoy the intimate, sophisticated atmosphere.
- Where: Humboldt Bar, 722 Humboldt Street
- When: Friday, August 1st from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Groove Kitchen: Beach Boogie
Head downtown to Hermann’s Jazz Club for a night with Groove Kitchen, presenting a beach boogie!
As described, this crew knows how to deliver the good vibes, and will be playing classics ranging in genres.
Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online or in person.
- Where: Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street
- When: Friday, August 1st from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
