If you’re feeling the weight of mid-week, this is for you!
Pick up your spirits with a psychedelic yacht-rock party, attend a free family-friendly concert, a sunset market and more.
If you’re a musician looking to connect with other artists, The Coda is having another monthly jazz jam!
Here’s 5 things to do in and around Victoria on Wednesday, July 16th:
Monthly Jazz Jam at The Coda
The third Wednesday of every month, The Coda hosts a monthly jazz jam!
Hosted by the Tom Vickery Trio, they ask that musicians bring their own instrument and sign up to play along with other jazz community members.
Tickets are $10 for general admission.
- Where: The Coda, 751 View Street
- When: Wednesday, July 16th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.)
Psychedelic Yacht-Rock Party at Duke Saloon
Don’t miss this month’s edition of The Duke Saloon’s multi-genre showcase: a psychedelic yacht-rock party!
Featuring Yacht-Pop Rockers, Paris Pick & The Pricks, and psychedelic indie rock artist, Damien Alblas, the evening is sure to sweep you off your feet.
Tickets are just over $17 and can be purchased via Eventbrite.
- Where: The Duke Saloon, 502 Discovery Street
- When: Wednesday, July 16th from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Trivia at Herald Street Brew Works
It’s time to show off all of that useless information you’ve got stored in your brain!
Grab your nerdiest pals and test your collective knowledge while enjoying a beer or two and some Pizzeria Prima Strada pizza.
It’s hosted by Think Tank Trivia, and allows up to six per team. No reservations!
- Where: Herald Street Brew Works, 506 Herald Street
- When: Wednesday, July 16th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Oaklands Sunset Market
The community of Oak Bay is thrilled to invite everyone back for another year of Oaklands Sunset Market!
It’s set to occur every Wednesday night at the Oaklands Community Centre until August 27th, where you’ll find over 50 local food and artisan vendors, live music and more.
There are also eight diverse selections of food trucks available, including Churros and Mor, Greek n Go, Hazel’s Ice Cream and others!
This week is their Multicultural Market Day, featuring a special lineup of vendors and information booths.
- Where: Oaklands Community Centre, 1-2827 Belmont Avenue
- When: Wednesday, July 16th from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Visit Fisherman’s Wharf
Fisherman’s Wharf is a charming gem, accessible by water taxi from Victoria’s Inner Harbour or a quick stroll from Odgen Point.
Once there, guests are welcome to browse the eclectic stores, check out eco-tours, stroll the docks and look at the neat houses, pick up a local meal and more!
It’s free to access the docks, and any extras you purchase are up to you.
- Where: 12 Erie Street
- When: Wednesday, July 16th from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
