Happy hump day, Victoria!
If you’re looking to make the most of your Wednesday, there’s a little bit of everything happening across the city.
Explore local history, tap into your creativity, or head out for an evening of live entertainment—from poetry and jazz to comedy.
Here are 5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, March 25th:
Fort Street Exhibit Opening – Wentworth Villa
Join Wentworth Villa Architectural Heritage Museum for the opening of their new feature exhibit, Fort Street: The Story of Victoria’s First Street.
Curator Ben Clinton-Baker will guide visitors through the development of historic Fort Street, from its origins as a cart track to its role today as a vibrant cultural, commercial and transportation corridor.
Tickets are $10 and include access to the opening and exhibit—get yours here!
- Where: Wentworth Villa, 1156 Fort Street
- When: Wednesday, March 25th – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Spring Workshop Series at Westshore Town Centre
It’s time to get creative, Victoria!
From March 16th to 29th, take part in fun workshops designed to inspire participants to unleash their creativity while learning something new. Here are the two workshops that are happening today.
Collage Letter: A-Z for All Ages
Create your own initial using magazines, text, patterns, paper and more. This all-ages activity is a fun way to express your interests and unleash your creativity.
This workshop takes place on Wednesday, March 25th at 10 a.m. and is $35—secure your spot here!
Flower Paper Petals
Create beautiful floral paper arrangements in this all-ages workshop where you’ll transform simple materials into elegant handmade flowers to take home and display.
This workshop takes place on Wednesday, March 25th at 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. and is $24—secure your spot here!
- Where: Westshore Town Centre, 2945 Jacklin Road
- When: Wednesday, March 25th – various times
Clifton Joseph Dubzz-Poet-at-Large at The Coda
An outspoken and insightful writer, Clifton Joseph, is one of the founders of the dub poetry movement in Canada, with performances across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and the West Indies.
He’s written for The Toronto Star, The Globe and Mail, Contrast and many other publications, and has experience in both radio and television.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see him perform his poetry live at The Coda—tickets are $20 and available here.
- Where: The Coda, 743 View Street
- When: Wednesday, March 25th – 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
UJAM Club Night at Hermann’s Jazz Club
A smidge of salsa, a bit of bossa, and a side of samba—this month’s UJAM Club Night brings a vibrant mix of Latin rhythms and sounds to the stage.
Singers and instrumentalists are invited to perform with the UJAM band, while guests can sit back and enjoy the music, food and cozy atmosphere.
No reservations—fee is $10 for members and $15 for non-members at the door!
- Where: Hermann’s Jazz Club, 753 View Street
- When: Wednesday, March 25th – 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Phillips Comedy Night at the Mint
The funniest way to spend a Wednesday is Phillips Comedy Night at the Mint!
Each week Morgan Cranny and Drew Farrance bring the most hilarious comedians in the city together for a wonderful evening of food, drink and fun.
Come downstairs afterwards and enjoy the delicious west coast Himalayan cuisine that the Mint is famous for.
Get your tickets here!
- Where: The Mint, 1414 Douglas Street
- When: Wednesday, March 25th – 8 p.m.
