TGIF!
After a short work-week, Friday is upon us once more and along with it comes all of the makings of a great day.
Jam out to an Ozzy Osbourne tribute in Sidney or a free band of the month showcase put on by the Zone, or even find yourself at s screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show!
Whatever you fancy, here are 5 things to do in and around Victoria this Friday, October 17th:
Bourne to be Ozz at Mary Winspear
Bourne to be Ozz is a Canadian tribute band dedicated to bringing you the full Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath experience.
They’re coming back to the Mary Winspear Centre in Sidney this Friday for another night of OZZY and SABBATH!
Get your tickets at the Mary Winspear box office or online here.
- Where: Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue
- When: Friday, October 17th – 7:30 p.m.
Band of the Month Showcase – FREE show!
The final four Zone Bands of the Month for 2025 are bringing you a live showcase at Studio 919 (formerly Wicket Hall), and tickets are FREE!
Come see Carmine, Alcoves, Holly Beck, and Dysaynia, all in one night!
Not only is it free to get in, but they’ll have prizes to give away.
- Where: Studio 919, 919 Douglas Street
- When: Friday, October 17th – 6 p.m.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Vic Theatre
Join The Vic Theatre for the first – and still the greatest – interactive movie experience: The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
Enjoy the catchy songs, crazy costumes, and audience participation as fiancés Brad and Janet stumble into Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s strange world. There will be prop bags for sale and a costume contest!
If it’s your first time, have no fear! The great host Gordon to guide you through the “Time Warp” and the rest of this unique event.
- Where: The Vic Theatre, 808 Douglas Street
- When: Friday, October 17th – 7 p.m.
Dinner & Drag
Hosted by Mina Mercury at local hotspot Friends of Dorothy, their Dinner and Drag events are always filled with delight and fun!
There’s new special guests each week, and they’ve got a new menu for you to peruse, so you can sip and enjoy fabulous entertainment.
Friends of Dorothy is an adult-only establishment after 9:30 p.m., so if you’re staying late, leave the kiddos at home!
- Where: Friends of Dorothy, 537 Johnson Street
- When: Friday, October 17th – 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Peninsula Panthers vs. Campbell River Storm
This isn’t just any Panthers game! They’re also celebrating Slider’s 16th birthday, Panorama’s beloved mascot.
Stop by the arena lobby at 7 p.m. for some treats. Have a ticket to the Peninsula Panther’s game? They’ll be presenting Slider with a special gift for his sweet 16th birthday!
- Where: Panorama Recreation Centre, 1885 Forest Park Drive
- When: Friday, October 17th – 7:30 p.m.
