5 things to do in and around Victoria this Friday, September 4th

It’s the last Friday before Labour Day, make it count!

There’s plenty going on this weekend, from a showmatch between the Victoria Royals and London Knights to the final weekend of Greekfest at the Greek Community Centre.

It’s also a great night for indie music, with Dance Yrself Clean at Lucky Bar and an indie rock showcase at The Loft.

If none of that is your thing, remember that Fringe Festival is currently taking place across the city, with plenty of world-class theatre shows hitting the stage at venues across the city.

Get out and do something fun this Friday!

Here are 5 things to do in and around Victoria this Friday, September 4th:

Victoria Royals versus London Knights

The “Clash of the Kingdoms” series will mark the first-ever inter-league meeting between WHL and OHL clubs outside of the Memorial Cup tournament, bringing together two prominent Canadian Hockey League programs for a one of a kind early-season event.

The London Knights are coming to town following two straight championship seasons in 2024 and 2025.

While the series is expected to feature several top NHL prospects, it will also showcase a matchup between two of junior hockey’s most prominent coaches, Dale Hunter and James Patrick.

Both Hunter and Patrick played over 1,200 National Hockey League games during their playing careers and have been instrumental in the development of some of the Canadian Hockey League’s best alumni now playing in the NHL.

Ticket prices start at $20 and can be purchased here.

• Where: Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard Street
• When: Friday, September 4th – 7 p.m.

GreekFest at the Greek Community Centre

GreekFest has become one of the most popular events of the summer.

The annual festival is held in a lively outdoor venue, and serves as a gateway to Greece’s rich heritage, showcasing the country’s traditions and customs.

One of the highlights of GreekFest is undoubtedly the delectable Greek food.

Traditional Greek dishes such as lamb on the spit, souvlaki, spanakopita, loukoumades and baklava are prepared with authenticity and care, allowing attendees to savor the flavors of Greece.

The event also showcases the beauty and elegance of Greek dances.

Dancers in colorful traditional costumes gracefully swirl and twirl to the rhythmic tunes of Greek music.

This weekend will be the second and final weekend of the festival, so make sure to check it out!

The festival is free and everyone is welcome to attend.

• Where: The Greek Community Centre, 4648 Elk Lake Drive
• When: Friday, September 4th to Monday, September 7th

The Box for Fringe Festival at Intrepid Theatre

It’s 1974 in Vancouver.

Reality is fragile in this world of dreams.

Two friends, Man One and Man Two, are haunted by an unopened but promising gift…

If you thought all your dreams would come true, would you open the box?

Written by Sheldon Rosen and performed by Anton Matsigura and Elliot Baskin Smith, this mind-bending duet calls into question the role of the imagination in a dangerous yet necessary dance between friendship, aspiration and burgeoning adulthood.

Tickets for the show are $16 and can be purchased here. A Fringe button is required for this show, which can be purchased online or at the Intrepid Box Office.

• Where: Intrepid Studio, 1609 Blanshard Street

• When: Friday, September 4th – 9:45 p.m.

Victoria Classic Boat Festival in the Inner Harbour

Have you ever been to a boat festival?

At the Victoria Classic Boat Festival, visitors can explore the docks, view up to 100 classic boats and take part in a wide range of engaging activities throughout the weekend.

On Friday, performances include Michael Wilford, Joshua Litton and Friends and Donny B.

The Yacht Dogs will also be serving up some tasty eats in the harbour cafe.

The festival is put on by the Maritime Museum of BC. Admission is by donation with a suggested $5 donation.

• Where: Inner Harbour
• When: Friday, September 4th – 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Dance Yrself Clean at Lucky Bar

Indie Sleaze Night is back!

Caleb, Robbie and friends will be on the ones and twos.

Expect all your favourite indie jams, including MGMT, Metric, Vampire Weekend, Hot Chip, Animal Collective, La Roux, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Death Grips, The Strokes, LCD Soundsystem, Passion Pit, M.I.A. and more!

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here.

• Where: Lucky Bar, 517 Yates Street
• When: Friday, September 4th – 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.