Happy Thursday, Victoria!
The weekend is getting closer and the events are ramping up!
Whether you’re looking to hit the town with some music bingo and an after party at the club or keep things a little more relaxed and head to a farmer’s market, there’s something happening for everyone.
Here are 5 things happening in and around Victoria this Thursday, April 23rd:
Better Together Gala x Fashion Show at The Victoria Conference Centre
Head down to the Victoria Conference Centre for an evening that brings the community together through fashion, performance, and shared joy.
This 5th edition of Here Magazine’s Better Together Gala is the closing celebration of the Pacific Northwest Creatives Summit.
This night is a love letter to collaboration across cultures, borders, and creative disciplines.
Designers, models, performers and storytellers from across the Pacific Northwest take the stage to showcase work that reflects who we are and what we can create together.
Featuring renowned Indigenous designers Lesley Hampton and Sandra Froher.
Tickets are $100 and can be purchased here.
- Where: Victoria Conference Centre, 720 Douglas Street
- When: Thursday, April 23 – 6 p.m.
Harold Night with Garden City Improv
Join Garden City Improv for The Harold—improv’s high wire act.
Watch it performed by some of Victoria’s funniest improvisers!
Enjoy an evening of long-form improv comedy, with hilarious characters and interwoven stories, all inspired by a single audience suggestion!
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here.
- Where: Theatre SKAM, 849 Fort Street
- When: Thursday, April 23rd – 8 p.m.
Pressure Thursdays at the Downbeat
Ready to get your dance on?
The Downbeat nightclub will be hosting their Pressure Thursdays series, featuring DJs Primitive, Milf Maid, Acranymph and Dave Kirk.
If you haven’t been to a party at the Downbeat yet, you’re missing out.
Tickets are available for $10 at the door, and there are no set times.
- Where: The Downbeat, 1325 Government Street
- When: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Music Bingo at Bartholomew’s Pub
Join Bartholomew’s pub for their weekly Music Bingo!
Lots of great prizes to be won, feature pints, drink specials, and their usual Thursday burger and beer special.
Be sure to get there early as there is limited seating and it is on a first come, first served basis.
- Where: Bartholomew’s Pub, 777 Douglas Street
- When: Thursday, April 23rd – 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Esquimalt Farmer’s Market
This food-first market is a foodie’s dream!
Peruse an amazing selection of local businesses, pick up a delicious dinner from a hot food vendor and enjoy twice nightly musical performances while the kids run wild in the onsite playground.
In addition to food, there will be a fantastic selection of artisans and crafters yielding everything from soap to hand-printed tea towels, clothing, jewellery and more.
The weekly vendor map will be posted on the Esquimalt market website so you can see who will be there each week and plan your trips.
Parking is limited at this location so organizers recommend walking, using transit (#15 or #26 bus) or riding your bicycle.
- Where: Memorial Park, 1200 Esquimalt Road
- When: Thursday, May 23rd – 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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