5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, June 10th

We’re halfway through the week, Victoria!

As we prepare for some sun to shine on the city for the rest of the week, there are some great events happening around town this Wednesday that highlight the culture and community of Victoria.

From a night market in Oak Bay to a premier of a film from local filmmakers to an exhibition meant to spotlight the incredible journey of local wildlife, there is something for everyone to get excited about Victoria.

Here are 5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, June 10th:

Oak Bay Night Market

Beginning in June and continuing to September, between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month, Oak Bay Village is transformed into a European style street market.

A wide range of fresh and local produce and food is available.

Artists and artisans showcase a variety of wares including wood turned bowls, hand made greeting cards, glass art, paper casting, fabric arts, jewelry, toys, fresh made soaps and cosmetics and preserves.

Each market also offers local music, a magician, face painting and balloon animals. The stores of Oak Bay merchants are open with special pricing, tastings, demos, sampling and more.

The Oak Bay Night Market, held rain or shine, is organized by the Oak Bay Business Improvement Association.

The market is free and everyone is welcome to attend.

• Where: Oak Bay Avenue from Municipal Hall (2167 Oak Bay Ave) to Monterey Avenue
• When: Wednesday, June 10th – 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Premier of Canadian film FLOW at the Vic Theatre

Explore the journeys of women in adventure sports from around the world at the Canadian premiere of this inspiring new documentary, Flow.

This powerful independent documentary explores the lives of women in adventure sports—sharing stories that challenge stereotypes, confront systemic barriers and foster connection across cultures.

Directed by Czech filmmaker Honza Považan and produced by Victoria-based Grace Gorman along with Denisa Krásná and Alena Rainsberry, Flow blends breathtaking cinematography with intimate storytelling, following women in sports such as whitewater kayaking, climbing and highlining.

The Victoria premiere is especially meaningful as the creators and co-producers of the project, Denisa Krásná and Alena Rainsberry, will be travelling from the Czech Republic and the United States to present the film in person!

Their book, Flow: Women’s Counternarratives from Rivers, Rock, and Sky, will be available for purchase during intermission from local publisher Rocky Mountain Books.

Tickets to the premier at $20 and can be purchased here.

• Where: The Vic Theatre, 808 Douglas Street
• When: Wednesday, June 10th – 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Shux Shux and the Island gathering at Mungo Martin House

Join University Art Collections for an evening of offsite programming in collaboration with Open Space Art’s Society for a conversation, reflection and relationship-building connected to the exhibition Shux Shux and the Island, moderated by curator Nadine Spence with guests.

Shux Shux and the Island is an invitation to witness a sacred, four-year voyage following the life-sustaining cycle of wild salmon.

The exhibition marks a pivotal moment in the Honouring Our Grandmothers Healing Journey, a project dedicated to lightening the burden of generational grief through the resurgence of Indigenous arts, culture and language.

The exhibition and its accompanying programming centre Indigenous presence, relationships and collective witnessing while creating space for dialogue around resilience, community care, land and interconnected struggles for justice.

Presented by University Art Collections in partnership with Open Space Arts Society, community collaborators and participants connected to Shux Shux and the Island.

This is free and open to the public. It will also be live streamed.

• Where: Thunderbird Park, 675 Belleville Street
• When: Wednesday, June 10th – 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Comedy Interrogation at The Mint

Comedy Interrogation is a new comedy show at The Mint by Lucia Ribeiro Comedy and KeithSonic.

Six comedians perform in front of two “Interrogators,” Sarah Carol and Mike Deitering.

Comedians just trying to get through their routines are Juliet Coates, Joshua Abanto, Brighten Chiou, Carilynn Nicholson, Eoin Carver and JC Chartier.

Questions are asked during the routine, hopefully at the right time!

This show also asks: “How much do comedians hate being interrupted? And will it still be funny?” See who will withstand the heat to reach the 10 minute mark!

Tickets to the show are $15 advance or $20 at the door. Get yours here.

• Where: The Mint, 1414 Douglas Street
• When: Wednesday, June 10th – 4 p.m.

Laura Hickli and FACT Canadian Tour with SISSYFUSS at The Coda

Join in for an unforgettable evening of music, from energetic free jazz to emotionally-charged progressive art pop and ending with soothing, heartfelt indie pop.

Calgary’s Laura Hickli is an internationally touring dark art pop songstress celebrated for her tightly woven dreamy soundscapes, exquisite vocals and fearlessly vulnerable songwriting.

A classically trained pianist, Hickli delivers cathartic, unforgettable live shows that blend timeless, textured, and technical music with gripping, visceral performance art.

Signed to Ba Da Bing Records (Sharon Van Etten, Beirut), she has earned multiple awards for her music, videos and film scores, received regular airplay on CBC, BBC and more.

Hickli has garnered exceptional reviews across Canada following standout performances at BreakOut West and Calgary’s Folk Music Festival.

Tickets to the show are $15 and can be purchased here.

• Where: The Coda, 751 View Street
• When: Wednesday, June 10th – 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.