5 things to do in and around Victoria this Friday, November 13th 

Made it through another week, Victoria!

It’s Friday the 13th, but don’t let a little bad luck scare you away from having a good time!

Whether you’re feeling lucky or just ready to kick off the weekend, there’s plenty happening in and around the city.

With concerts, comedy, crafts, cocktails and conversations going on, there’s something for everyone to get excited about.

Here are 5 things to do in and around Victoria this Friday, November 13th:

Atomic Christmas Vintage Fair and Makers Market at the Da Vinci Centre

Vintage lovers, this one’s for you!

The Atomic Christmas Vintage Fair and Makers Market is returning to the Da Vinci Centre for two days of retro finds, handmade treasures and festive fun.

For a special bonus, the Atomic Cocktails will take to the stage from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, and Santa and Rudolph will make an appearance on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.!

Admission is $5 at the door.

• Where: Da Vinci Centre, 195 Bay Street
• When: Friday, November 13th – 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Comedy Night at Junction Cidery

Get ready for another amazing night of stand-up at the Junction Cidery!

This month, comedy night will feature Dylan Williams, Lindsay Dancer, Burke Maru and Alexis Zidulka.  The night will be hosted by Jon David.

Food is provided by Bicycle Pizza. Go early if you want to order pizza—cut off for orders is 8 p.m.

Great drinks, big laughs and the perfect Friday night vibe.

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased here.

• Where: Junction Orchard & Cidery, 273 Prospect Lake Road
• When: Friday, November 13th – 8 p.m.

Fall Oak Bay Cocktails & Conversations at Monterey Recreation Centre

Enjoy a cocktail or mocktail as you mingle with artists working in a variety of artistic disciplines.

Explore the ideas that shape their artwork, learn about their inspiration in an intimate, welcoming setting.

This gathering invites you to deepen your understanding of the artistic process through dialogue with Oak Bay’s local creators.

This event is open to the public and free to attend, and is a part of the Oak Bay Arts Weekend.

• Where: Monterey Recreation Centre, 1442 Monterey Avenue
• When: Friday, November 13th – 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Queer Frequency at The Downbeat

Get on the Queer Frequency!

Fruit Music DJ (Aaron) will be playing everyone’s queer favourites, and some not-so-queer ones to go along with them.

This event welcomes people of every gender!

Remaining tickets start at $17.51 and can be purchased here.

• Where: The Downbeat, 1325 Government Street
• When: Friday, November 13th – 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Sonreal at Capital Ballroom

If you haven’t been to a Sonreal show yet, this is your sign to go.

The rapper from Vernon has been on stages for years with Canadian hip-hop legends like The Snotty Nose Rez Kids and Jessie Reyez.

With hit songs like “Can I Get a Witness,” “Everywhere We Go,” “Preach,” “For the Town,” his performances are as much about connecting with the crowd as they are about the music.

The energy at a Sonreal show is infectious. Be sure to catch it live at Capital Ballroom!

Tickets are $26.50 plus fees and can be purchased here.

• Where: Capital Ballroom, 858 Yates Street
• When: Friday, November 13th – 9 p.m.