It’s officially the first weekend of Autumn!
Embrace the cozy with a handful of indoor events, or take advantage of the mild West Coast weather and head to the Luxton Fall Fair or even Apple Day at Sea Cider.
You could watch a Royals hockey game, or even partake in the iconic Cat Video Fest if you’re feeling frisky!
Without further ado, here are things 14 to do in and around Victoria this weekend—September 27th and 28th:
Victoria Royals – Victoria Cougars Night
Join the Royals in honouring the legacy of the Victoria Cougars this Saturday!
Head to the barn on Blanshard this Saturday, September 27th for the Royals’ second home game of the season, celebrating one hundred years of Cougars history.
Saturday’s game versus division rivals the Vancouver Giants will feature a banner reveal to honour the 100-year anniversary of the Victoria Cougars winning the Stanley Cup in 1925, and Royals players will don limited-edition Cougars warm-up jerseys, which will be auctioned off post-game.
- Where: Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard Street
- When: Saturday, September 27th – puck drop at 6:05 p.m.
- Tickets: $19.25 (except club seats) and available online here
Lego Make and Take event at Mayfair
Join Mayfair Indigo on Saturday September 27th at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. for a fun-filled Lego Make and Take event!
Because of the popularity of these events and the limited quantity of product, reserve a spot here.
Simply pay a $5 reservation fee for either time slots (11 a.m. or 1 p.m.). Upon arriving at the event, you’ll be reimbursed this reservation fee in the form of an Indigo gift card.
- Where: Indigo at Mayfair, 3147 Douglas Street
- When: Saturday, September 27th – 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Roxy
It’s just a jump to the left!
THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW is coming to The Roxy on Saturday, September 27th with tickets available online here.
Show is 19+ only as they are a licensed venue.
- Where: The Roxy Theatre, 2657 Quadra Street
- When: Saturday, September 27th – 10 p.m.
Small Gods 3rd Anniversary Party
Who’s ready to party?
On Saturday, Small Gods Brewing turns THREE!
- 10 a.m.: Run Club 8K (earn those beers!)
- 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Beer Brunch Special
- $5 Bedstuy Beermosas
- $10 Breakfast Sandwiches
- $5 Sweet & Savory Scones
- 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.: Live Music by Peter McMaster
- Where: Small Gods Brewing, 9835 Third Street
- When: Saturday, September 27th – all day long!
James Bay Market
Grab your friends and family and join James Bay Market for morning coffee, lunch or an afternoon snack.
Bring your basket and pick up fresh fruits and veggies for the week. Sit back, relax and enjoy local talent as we all together, create community!
- Where: 494 Superior Street
- When: Saturday, September 27th – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Beginner’s Photography Class & Nature Walk at Beacon Hill Park
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join this class as they break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure. We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
- Where: Beacon Hill Park, 100 Cook Street
- When: Saturday, September 27th – 10 a.m.
Repair Cafe West Shore
What do you do with a broken toaster? Or a bike wheel that’s out of alignment … and what about a sweater full of moth holes? Toss it? No way!
Bring them to the Repair Café, where their fantastic volunteer repair team can assess and more than likely help you get your item repaired. And for those who want to give DIY a try, there will be tools and materials on hand for you to work on fixing some things yourself!
- Where: Gordon United Church, 935 Goldstream Avenue
- When: Saturday, September 27th – 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Luxton Fall Fair
It’s fall fair time!
Canada’s biggest travelling carnival is back and heading to Langford, kicking off on Friday and running through until Sunday.
Ride wristbands are available online here, or at the fair.
- Where: Luxton Fairgrounds, 1040 Marwood Avenue
- When:
- Saturday, September 27th – 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
- Sunday, September 28th – 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Cat Video Fest at the Vic Theatre
Back by popular demand! After three sold out screenings in August, Cat Video Fest is coming back to The Vic.
Don’t miss all of the cuddly, cute fun of the best cat videos from all over the world.
Grab tickets here!
- Where: The Vic Theatre, 808 Douglas Street
- When: Saturday, September 27th & Sunday, September 28th – 3 p.m.
Four Winds Celebration at Malahat SkyWalk
Join Malahat SkyWalk on September 27th & 28th from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. for Four Winds: A Celebration of Culture, Land & Connection, created in collaboration with Malahat Nation.
This special weekend invites guests to learn, share, and reflect through live performances, hands-on workshops, beadwork demonstrations, and more—all set among the trees on Vancouver Island.
Free with admission, all are welcome!
- Where: Malahat SkyWalk, 901 Trans-Canada Highway
- When: Saturday, September 27th & Sunday, September 28th – starts at 11 a.m.
Victoria Kids Consignment Sale – Fall Edition
Get those shopping bags ready—Victoria’s biggest kids consignment is back for it’s Fall edition!
Happening just twice a year, Victoria Kids Consignment Sale boasts over 20,000 new or gently used items, hosted at Langford’s Eagle Ridge Centre.
The sale will take place Saturday, September 27th and Sunday, September 28th—detailed schedule here.
- Where: Eagle Ridge Community Centre, 1089 Langford Parkway
- When: Saturday, September 27th and Sunday, September 28th – hours vary
Apple Day at Sea Cider
It’s that time of year again!
Join Sea Cider Farm for their annual Apple Day celebration, featuring:
– 40+ Local Artisans
– Food Trucks
– Live Music
– Family Fun
– and of course… cider!
It all goes down on September 28th, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free admission, and pets welcome!
- Where: Sea Cider Farm & Cider House, Mt. St. Michael Road
- When: Sunday, September 28th – 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Star Wars Unlimited Showdown
- Where: Gauntlet Games, 103-1633 Hillside Avenue
- When: Sunday, September 28th – 11 a.m.
Pokemon Trade day at BC Hobbies
- Where: BC Hobbies, 1644 Hillside Avenue
- When: Sunday, September 28th – 11 a.m.
