Halloween is just two sleeps away!
This Thursday, get up to some pre-Halloween celebrations in Victoria!
Cinecenta will be playing back-to-back screenings of Rocky Horror Picture Show, and the Mary Winspear Centre is holding a scary fundraiser and drag show for Sidney Pride.
If you’re not ready for Halloween just yet, check out a concert at one of Victoria’s premier venues or a comedy show at the Brass Monkey Taproom!
Here are 5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, October 29th:
Rocky Horror Picture Show at Cinecenta
It’s everybody’s favourite time of year, when Victoria’s independent theatres start showing Rocky Horror Picture Show!
This Thursday, catch the cult classic at the campus theatre.
Join Brad and Janet as they’re taken on a psychedelic journey of the bizarre by Dr. Frank-N-Furter.
If you’ve never been to a screening of Rocky Horror, expect props, costumes and a whole lot of audience participation.
Catch the Tim Curry classic at Cinecenta this Thursday!
All seats are $15, or $10 for UVSS students or advanced tickets. Purchase yours here.
- Where: Cinecenta, 3800 Finnerty Road
- When: Thursday, October 29th – 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Two Rats Loving and Charmed at The Coda
The Coda is hosting their Band of the Month Showcase number four with Two Rats Loving!
They’ll be accompanied by the hypnotic Charmed!
Victoria is home to an incredible community of musicians who spend countless hours writing, rehearsing, performing, promoting and building the local music scene.
These artists are the heartbeat of Victoria, and The Coda believes they deserve to be celebrated.
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased here.
- Where: The Coda, 751 View Street
- When: Thursday, October 29th – 6 p.m.
Begonia at Capital Ballroom
Begonia is the stage name of Winnipeg entertainer Alexa Dirks.
Her critically acclaimed full-length albums Fear and Powder Blue have earned her two Juno Award nominations and two Polaris Music Prize nominations.
Begonia followed up with a three-song EP, Open Swim, which received remarkable response across streaming platforms and radio.
Recognized by NPR as an “Artist You Need to Know,” Begonia is celebrated by her core fans for her powerful live performances, which Noisey describes as “obliterating the misery from this world one live performance at a time.”
Her captivating stage presence has opened doors for her to perform at clubs, theatres and festivals globally, connecting with audiences worldwide.
Tickets for the show are $25 plus fees and can be purchased here.
- Where: Capital Ballroom, 858 Yates Street
- When: Thursday, October 29th – 8 p.m.
Sidney Pride Fundraiser at Mary Winspear Centre
Join Sidney Pride as many of Victoria’s iconic queer legends hit the stage in a Halloween drag performance spectacular in an effort to raise funds for the Sidney Pride Committee!
Featuring an all ages drag show (with 18+ optional after show) and a costume contest!
Go in your best Halloween Costume Couture and win a prize and/or bragging rights over your peers!
Main Show (all ages) tickets are $54.20, and after show (18+) tickets are $30.45. Purchase yours here.
- Where: Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Avenue
- When: Thursday, October 29th – Main show 7 p.m. and after show 9:00 p.m.
Brass Monkey Showcase – Winnipeg Comedy Festival Submission Taping
Looking for the perfect Thursday night out?
Brass Monkey Showcase is bringing a stacked lineup of hilarious stand-up comedians to Brass Monkey Taproom this Thursday!
Grab a drink, settle in and enjoy a night packed with big laughs and unforgettable comedy.
Whether you’re coming with friends, on a date or just need a reason to get out of the house, this is the show for you.
This show is going to be taped to submit for the Winnipeg Comedy Festival. The comedians will be performing their best eight-minute sets in hopes of being selected to perform in the festival.
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here.
- Where: Brass Monkey Taproom, 350b Bay Street
- When: Thursday, October 29th – 8 p.m.
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