5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, July 2nd

We hope you had a great Canada Day, Victoria!

It’s a great time to live in this city—the last few weeks have been filled with fun events, from TD JazzFest and Victoria Ska & Reggae Festival to Canada Day and the Memorial Drag Ball Game.

And the summer fun is just getting started!

Check out some local music at the Westshore Town Centre’s Summer Music Series, Cridge Park or Pinhalla, hit the Esquimalt Farmers Market or visit the Talent Show Social at the Roxy Theatre for their anniversary celebration.

Whatever atmosphere you’re looking for, Victoria’s got something going on for you. Make sure to get out and experience the best time of year in Victoria!

Here are 5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, July 2nd:

Notes of Pride at Cridge Park

Celebrate queer talent at Victoria Downtown Resident Association’s first free concert of the summer!

This unofficial concert for the Pride Festival will take place in small but beautiful Cridge Park, beside the lawn bowling club at Blanshard Street and Belleville Street.

The concert will feature live, bicycle-powered music by Zofah and Finley Rose, and poetry by Wilder Simpson.

Invite your friends, grab a blanket or a lawn chair, and bring along a picnic!

• Where: Cridge Park, 720 Belleville Street
• When: Thursday, July 2nd – 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Iminah Kani at the Westshore Town Centre Summer Music Series

The Westshore Town Centre’s Summer Music Series is here!

This will be the second of the series, with Iminah Kani performing some Flamenco on the guitar.

These events are going to be happening every Thursday evening at the Westshore Town Centre, on the pathway behind the RBC.

Soak up some summer atmosphere and grab some take-out from one of the many local restaurants!

These events are free and everyone is welcome to attend.

• Where: Westshore Town Centre, 2945 Jacklin Road – in the pathway behind RBC.
• When: Thursday, June 25th – 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Esquimalt Farmers 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, July 2nd – 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The Phigs, Jacob Leger and Jackson Walker at Pinhalla 

Head down to Pinhalla and celebrate the beginning of summer!

They’ve got lively folky and funky tunes to make you laugh, cry and dance the night away.

The Phigs, Jacob Leger and Jackson Walker are all premier local Victoria music acts, with funky vibes that will have you dancing all night long, as long as you’re not stuck to the pinball machines!

Tickets are $15.80 and can be purchased here.

• Where: Pinhalla Pinball Pizzeria, 516 Fisgard Street
• When: Thursday, July 2nd – 7 p.m.

Talent Show Social: Fan Favourites Edition at the Roxy Theatre

The Roxy’s Talent Show Social turns one! They’ll be celebrating with their biggest showcase yet.

Join them for a special three-hour anniversary spectacular featuring a lineup of fan-favourite performers who have helped make the past year unforgettable.

Over the last year, the Talent Show Social has become a place for musicians, performers, comedians, artists and audiences to come together and create something truly special.

To mark the occasion, they’re bringing back some of the most memorable acts to take the Roxy’s stage for one incredible night of live entertainment, community and celebration.

Expect an evening filled with outstanding performances, unforgettable moments and the electric atmosphere that has made these events such a beloved part of The Roxy experience.

Tickets are only $9.80 and can be purchased here.

• Where: The Roxy Theatre, 2657 Quadra Street
• When: Thursday, July 2nd – 6:30 p.m.