Happy Tuesday, Victoria!
Don’t miss out on Bilston Creek Farm’s last run of market evenings in their Yuletide Market series, and check out some other local hotspots for some gift inspiration.
If you’re in the mood to dance on a Tuesday (because, why not?), Upstairs is hosting Mobb Deep on their Canadian tour!
For details on this and more, here’s 5 things to do in and around Victoria this Tuesday, December 17th:
Yuletide Market at Bilston Creek Farm
This is the final of Bilston Creek Farm’s beloved Yuletide Market series, running from December 16th to 19th!
Designed as a retail pop-up store, the markets have been a rotating list of vendors, ensuring you will find something new and unique each weekend.
This is a fantastic opportunity to support and shop local leading into the Christmas and holiday season.
Entry is $5 per person.
- Where: Bilston Creek Farm, 4185 Metchosin Road, Metchosin
- When: Monday, December 16th to Thursday, December 19th from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Mobb Deep Canadian Tour
Who needs the weekend to have a good time?
Party with the crew at Upstairs Entertainment this Tuesday with Mobb Deep, featuring Havoc, Big Noyd and DJ L.E.S. with Reflectionz and DJ Degree One!
Ticket prices depend on tier, and they can be purchased here.
- Where: Upstairs Entertainment, 15 Bastion Square
- When: Tuesday, December 17th at 9 p.m. (doors at 8 p.m.)
Maude’s Trivia Night
Widely popular and always worth the trip, Maude’s returns for another Tuesday of epic trivia!
Bring your team and get ready to crank out some wild facts, play along to win prizes, and treat yourself to some of Maude’s delicious beer-battered fries and beer on tap.
Trivia starts at 8 p.m. but make sure to come early—especially if you have a larger table, otherwise you’ll have to come back next week!
No fee to play.
- Where: Maude Hunter’s Pub, 3810 Shelbourne Street
- When: Tuesday, December 17th at 8 p.m.
Festival of Trees Victoria
The Festival of Trees has been a beloved holiday tradition on Vancouver Island for over 30 years, celebrating community support for BC Children’s Hospital with beautifully decorated trees.
This year’s event will feature up to 100 sponsored trees, and they’ll remain on display from November 15th to January 5th.
The Bay Centre invites the community to enjoy the display, vote for their favorite trees, and help raise vital funds for BC’s children!
- Where: The Bay Centre, 1150 Douglas Street
- When: Kicked off on Friday, November 15th and runs until January 5th
Get Some Holiday Shopping Done
To help you avoid the holiday hassle, we’ve curated a list of unique local gift ideas that will add meaning and charm to your holiday shopping. Whether you’re shopping for a friend, family member, or coworker, we’ve got you covered!
You may recognize some from last year’s list, as well as some additional, newly added gems worth highlighting.
We’ve broken down the list into three categories: local stores, local artists and creators, local authors, and local restaurants, so you can easily find something special.
Full article: Here’s your go-to guide for unique and local gifts in and around Victoria
