You made it to the weekend, Victoria!
This weekend, the city is bursting with creative, cultural, and exciting events for everyone. Whether you’re eager to dive into the world of physical theatre, celebrate the Lunar New Year, or discover more about local Black history, there’s something for everyone.
Sports fans can catch the Victoria Royals in action against the Wenatchee Wild, while opera enthusiasts can enjoy a classic performance at the Royal Theatre.
Don’t miss out on these amazing opportunities to explore, learn, and connect with our vibrant community!
Here are 11 things to do in and around Victoria this weekend—February 21st and 22nd:
Moving the Mask – A Two-Day Physical Theatre & Mask Workshop
Over two days, make masks, warm up the body, improvise, play with form, and explore how a mask changes the way you move and create meaning on stage.
If you’re an actor, dancer, theatre maker, puppeteer, or just someone curious about physical comedy and embodied storytelling, this is for you!
No previous mask experience needed. Just a willingness to move, experiment, and try things out.
This workshop is $200 for the two days—register here.
- Where: The Shire Arts Hub, 835 Devonshire Road
- When: Saturday, February 21st & Sunday, February 22nd – 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. & 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Book Signing with Tasha Medve at Indigo Mayfair
Join local author Tasha Medve for a book signing at Indigo!
She’ll be signing copies of her book The Purposeful Gardener, the complete guide to transforming an outdoor area into a thriving food oasis using raised beds, vertical growing, and companion planting techniques.
- Where: Indigo Mayfair, 3147 Douglas Street
- When: Saturday, February 21st – 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Lunar New Year Celebration at Mayfair
Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Mayfair Shopping Centre this weekend!
On Saturday, February 21st, Mayfair’s centre court will transform into a vibrant hub of free, family-friendly activities as the shopping centre welcomes the Lunar New Year with an afternoon of cultural celebration.
With fun activities and cultural performances like lion dances, a kids Kung-Fu class, calligraphy, lantern making, and a chopstick challenge for all ages.
The best part? It’s all completely free with no registration required—just head to Mayfair’s Centre Court and join in on the festivities this Saturday!
- Where: Mayfair Shopping Centre– Centre Court, 3147 Douglas Street
- When: Saturday, February 21st – 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Celebrate Chinese New Year at the Royal BC Museum
Welcome the New Year with movement, music, and cultural traditions!
Join Jessica Yue to learn a festive Chinese New Year dance and explore how families celebrate this joyful season—honouring past good fortune and wishing for prosperity in the year ahead.
- Where: Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street
- When: Saturday, February 21st – 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
IMAX Victoria’s Film Festival
Don’t miss the launch of IMAX Victoria’s Film Festival!
Victoria’s most immersive film festival is back with seven great films, three fun weeks, and one giant screen.
From February 20th to March 15th, discover the world on the big screen through the IMAX Victoria Film Festival at the Royal BC Museum.
Experience classic IMAX Victoria documentaries: Cuba, Deep Sky, Shackleton: The Greatest Story of Survival, Superpower Dogs, and Lasting Impressions 3D.
View the full lineup of movies and purchase tickets here.
- Where: IMAX Victoria – Royal BC Museum, 675 Belleville Street
- When: Saturday, February 21st & Sunday, February 22nd – view the full schedule here
2026 Lunar New Year Parade & Blessing of Merchants
Celebrate the Year of the Horse in Canada’s oldest Chinatown!
The main event begins at the Gates of Harmonious Interest, featuring an 8-lion performance by the Wong Sheung Kung Fu Club, a dragon dance by the Victoria Chinese Public School, and traditional Chinese dance performances.
Lions and dragons will parade along the 500 block of Fisgard Street, ending at the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association / Chinese Public School at 636 Fisgard Street.
- Where: Victoria’s Chinatown
- When: Sunday, February 22nd – 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Ross Bay Cemetery Tour – Black History Month
Did you know there are more than 50 Black Pioneers and/or their descendants at Ross Bay Cemetery?
Don’t miss this guided tour of their graves and others who were influential in the migration of Black settlers to the British Colony.
In the last couple of years, several graves have been restored through the work of our Society; and Victoria Pioneer Rifle Corp member gravesites have been restored by the Last Post Fund.
Tickets are available at the cemetery for $5 per person.
- Where: Ross Bay Cemetery, 1495 Fairfield Road
- When: Sunday, February 22nd – 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
1858: Black Routes, Black Roots – Exhibit Deep Dive
Explore the journey of early Black immigration to BC in this exhibit deep dive at the Maritime Museum of BC!
This story begins in San Francisco with the formation of the “Pioneer Committee,” taking you through their journey via the steamship Commodore to arrive on Vancouver Island in 1858, as well as other early Black immigrants.
Join writer and researcher Madison Bridal as she shares her experience learning and sharing about the “Pioneer Committee” and their journey to Canada aboard the Commodore. Then, hear from Barbra Hudlin, a descendent of these early Black immigrants and her family’s history on Vancouver Island.
This event is free with museum admission.
- Where: Maritime Museum of BC, 744 Douglas Street
- When: Saturday, February 21st – 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Victoria Royals vs Wenatchee Wild – Trades Night
Don’t miss the second game between the Victoria Royals and Wenatchee Wild this Saturday night!
Not only will it be an epic second showdown, but it’s also Trades Night, presented by the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) and Hall Constructors.
This special theme night shines a light on the career opportunities available in the skilled trades and recognizes the hardworking individuals who help build our community.
Fans can look forward to in-game features spotlighting careers in construction and the skilled trades, interactive concourse activations, giveaways, and returning appearances of some fan-favourite big-machinery.
Grab your tickets here!
- Where: Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard Street
- When: Saturday, February 21st – puck drop at 6:05 p.m.
Tosca at the Royal Theatre
Set against the backdrop of political upheaval and war, Tosca follows the story of Floria Tosca, a fiery and devoted singer caught in a deadly triangle between her beloved, the revolutionary artist Mario Cavaradossi, and the corrupt, sadistic chief of police, Baron Scarpia.
Filled with drama, raw emotion, and passion, this opera unfolds as a brutal game of power and sacrifice, one that continues to captivate audiences more than a century after its debut.
Tickets start at $35—secure yours here!
- Where: Royal Theatre, 805 Broughton Street
- When: Sunday, February 22nd – 2:30 p.m.
Science Trivia at Monkey Tree Pub
Test your science knowledge!
Join the Monkey Tree Pub for Passport to Science—a STEAM Society Trivia Night where you or your team can win prizes and bragging rights.
This is a special fundraising event for their non-profit organization with event ticket sales helping fund upcoming science outreach activities for our community.
Tickets are $25—reserve your spot here!
- Where: The Monkey Tree Pub, 4025 Borden Street
- When: Sunday, February 22nd – 7 p.m.
And of course, don’t forget to tune in to the men’s Olympic hockey gold medal game on Sunday at 5:10 a.m. PST, as Canada takes on the United States for gold.
