Happy Friday, Victoria!
You made it–congratulations! To kick off your weekend, we’ve rounded up some exciting activities happening around the city.
With holiday cheer in the air and the grand opening of a new clothing store, it’s the perfect time to celebrate the end of the week.
Here are 5 things to do in and around Victoria this Friday, November 21st:
Christmas in Sidney
Downtown Sidney’s biggest shopping night is here, and they’re pulling out all the stops to make it unforgettable!
With a wreath-making station, complimentary holiday beverages, photos with Santa, and much more, it’ll be a festive night packed with holiday cheer. The town will transform into a sparkling Christmas by the Sea, complete with festive treats, twinkling lights, late-night shopping, and special surprises around every corner.
Don’t miss your chance to start the season with Sidney’s best holiday celebration yet!
- Where: Throughout downtown Sidney
- When: Friday, November 21st – 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Uniqlo Grand Opening at Mayfair Mall
Uniqlo has officially opened at Mayfair Mall!
Join the celebration from 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m. with exciting opening festivities, including complimentary coffee and cookies, a live Taiko drumming performance by Uminari Taiko, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
After the festivities, the store will officially open at 10 a.m. for shopping until the mall closes at 9 p.m. Friday night.
- Where: Mayfair Mall, 3147 Douglas Street
- When: Friday, November 21st – starts at 9:15 a.m.
Magic of Christmas Artisan Market
Come holiday shopping at the 11th annual Magic of Christmas Artisan Market!
With over 130 handmade artisans, this is the perfect place to find gifts for everyone on your list.
Admission is $3, payable by cash or card, and kids under 12 are free!
- Where: Eagle Ridge Centre, 1089 Langford Parkway
- When: Friday, November 21st – 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Yuletide Market Series
Designed as a retail pop-up store, the Christmas craft markets have a rotating list of vendors, ensuring no two market weekends are the same.
This is a fantastic opportunity to support and shop locally leading into the holiday season.
Hot drinks and food are available for purchase!
- Where: Bliston Creek Farm, 4185 Metchosin Road
- When: Friday, November 21st – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday Dinner & Drag
Head over to the Friends of Dorothy Lounge for an evening of delight as Mina Mercury hosts Dinner and Drag!
With a new menu sure to amuse your bouche, great cocktails, and fabulous entertainment, it’s guaranteed to be a ball.
Be sure to reserve your table before they fill up!
- Where: Friends of Dorothy, 537 Johnson Street
- When: Friday, November 21st – 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
