Happy weekend!
Although September is winding down, events in and around the city are certainly not, and this list of things to do is indicative of just that.
The circus is still in town, the Ultimate Toy Fair is back, and there’s even an emo night you can partake in, if that’s your jam!
With all of that in mind, here are 15 things to do in and around Victoria this weekend—September 20th and 21st:
Last Daze of Summer
Last Daze of Summer II is an outdoor Afro-fusion day party celebrating the final stretch of sunshine in Victoria.
From Afrobeats to Amapiano to global summer sounds, they’re bringing the heat one last time before the fall.
Tickets available online here!
- Where: The Fort Common, Blanshard Street
- When: Saturday, September 20th – 3 p.m. – 9 p.m
Soul of Vietnam Festival
Experience authentic Vietnamese culture at the very first Soul of Vietnam Festival!
It’s a free, family-friendly celebration with food, fashion, music, and more, happening at downtown Victoria’s Ship Point.
- Where: Ship Point, 1000 Wharf Street
- When: Saturday, September 20th – 11 a.m. – 9 p.m
Emo Night at Lucky Bar
Grab the plaid, Docs, and your emo besties—Emo Night is BACK at Lucky Bar!
DJs Bowlcut and Stormey will be spinning the best emo, punk, metal, hardcore, screamo and more, and tickets are only $10!
Doors open at 10 p.m.
- Where: Lucky Bar, 517 Yates Street
- When: Saturday, September 20th – 10 p.m
Oktoberfest in Market Square
Join Whistle Buoy for the final Big Patio Day of 2025—a celebration of beer, music, food and fun! The tents will be up and the Victoria Edelweiss Dancers will be there to help celebrate.
There will be music by DJ Dan Reid, Jaya Bremer, and OK Charlie, and fresh beer releases too!
There will also be pretzels available from Working Culture, and the event is family and dog friendly. $5 admission at the door!
- Where: Whistle Buoy Brewing, Market Square
- When: Saturday, September 20th – 12 p.m – 10 p.m.
Everyone Welcome Skate at Panorama
Let’s send off summer with a splash of colour! Wear your brightest and most colourful outfit – and let’s see if we can complete the rainbow!
Stickers and prizes to be won for the most colourful getups.
- Where: Panorama Recreation, 1885 Forest Park Dive
- When: Saturday, September 20th – 12 p.m
The Station Food Truck & Music Festival
Join the City of Langford for a vibrant weekend of food, music, and community spirit at the annual Station Food Truck & Music Festival.
The event will feature:
- Over a dozen food trucks offering a variety of delicious eats
- FREE live performances from talented local musicians
- A welcoming beer garden to unwind
- Games and activities for all ages
- Where: Langford Station, 720 Station Avenue
- When: Saturday, September 20th – 12 p.m – 7 p.m.
Smalltoberfest at Small Gods Brewing
Small Gods Brewing is bringing the Oktoberfest vibes back to Sidney!
Join them September 19th-21st for SMALLTOBERFEST featuring:
- $8 steins of authentic German-style brews
- $1 off steins if you’re rocking lederhosen or a dirndl
- Oktoberfest-sized warm soft pretzels
- Chef Jordan’s Oktoberfest-inspired food feature
- Chilled Jägermeister shots to keep the party going
- Where: Small Gods Brewing, 9835 Third Street
- When: Saturday, September 20th – 11 a.m.
Beats, Bites & Books
Celebrate the region’s 1000th Little Free Library at Beats, Bites, & Books!
They’ll have live music playing funky tunes, a Little Free Library contest and auction, kids activities, and delicious food.
Save your appetite for Ethiopian Wish Catering, Bahay Kubo, Churros and Mor, or dine at all three.
This is a unique family event that you won’t want to miss!
- Where: 1-2827 Belmont Avenue
- When: Saturday, September 20th – 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The Ultimate Toy Fair
It’s time for the Ultimate Toy Fair! Loads of vendors with items for sale including action figures, vintage toys, models, trains, comics, Barbie, dolls, bears, LEGO, video games, Star Wars, GI Joe, Transformers, diecast cars, Hot Wheels, vinyl records and more!
You never know what you might find! Perfect for families and collectors.
Adults $5 and kids are FREE!
- Where: Pearkes Arena, 3100 Tillicum Road
- When:
- Saturday, September 20th – 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Sunday, September 21st – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Circo Osorio Circus
Have you spotted the massive purple and white circus tent at Mayfair?
It’s there because an international circus has arrived in Victoria and will be in town for nearly two weeks of fun and entertainment!
Circo Osorio Circus a family-owned traveling show with performers from around the world, will set up its iconic striped tent in the Mayfair Shopping Centre parking lot from September 11th to 22nd.
- Where: Mayfair Shopping Centre parking lot, 3147 Douglas Street
- When: September 11th to 22nd, various times
Fall Fairfield
Fall Fairfield, presented by the Fairfield Gonzales Community Association (FGCA), is an annual music, arts, crafts and food festival set in the heart of Fairfield.
The festival is a free, all-ages, community event celebrating local businesses and non-profits, artists, performers, and people across Victoria in recognition of our community’s dynamic culture and the harvest season!
- Where: Robert Porter Park, 1350 Fairfield Road
- When: Sunday, September 21st – 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Sooke Apple Festival
This event is bursting with fall flavours!
- Fresh Pie by the Slice & Pie Auction
- Cider, Coffee Bar & Homemade Desserts
- Local Farm and Food Vendors
- Apple Identification & Apple Press Demonstrations
- Children’s Garden Playzone
- Live Music
- Where: 2380 Phillips Road
- When: Sunday, September 21st – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Brewery & The Beast
You’re invited to indulge in an extraordinary all-inclusive culinary experience at Brewery & the Beast!
More than 50 of Victoria and Vancouver Island’s award-winning restaurants and renowned chefs will be serving up an incomparable feast for the senses. Featured dishes are crafted with responsibly sourced local ingredients and cooked over live fire, ensuring fresh, bold flavours in every bite.
Tickets are still available here.
- Where: Starlight Stadium, 1089 Langford Parkway
- When: Sunday, September 21st – 12 p.m.
Beach Art Festival at Whiffin Spit
Join in the fun by creating your own natural artworks using only driftwood, stones, shells, and other treasures found along the shore.
Preregister online here if you want to save a space, otherwise come on down 30 mins before the event and register onsite!
- Where: Whiffin Spit, 2445 Driftwood Drive
- When: Sunday, September 21st – 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Music Trivia at Monkey Tree Pub
So much fun, they have to do it weekly!
Sixty Watt is bringing ALL MUSIC TRIVIA to The Monkey Tree every Sunday from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Name that tune, finish those lyrics, and test your knowledge!
- Where: Monkey Tree Pub, 4025 Borden Street
- When: Sunday, September 21st – 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
