Happy Friday, Victoria!
If you’re looking to start your weekend on a high note, we’ve rounded up some great ways to get out, get festive, and enjoy what the city has to offer.
From markets to drag shows to live theatre, there’s something for everyone!
Here are 5 things to do in and around Victoria this Friday, December 5th:
Victoria Royals vs Prince George Cougars – Christmas Toy Drive
Catch the first of two matchups between the Victoria Royals and the Prince George Cougars—and be part of the Royals’ 5th annual Christmas Toy Drive this Friday, December 5th!
Shop CFAX Santa Anonymous’ virtual wish list and bring a new, unwrapped toy to the game to help make a local child’s Christmas a little more magical this year.
Don’t miss this electric game and chance to support your local community!
Get your tickets for the game here!
- Where: Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard Street
- When: Friday, December 5th – puck drops at 7:05 p.m.
OK, DOPE + Foxy Box Victoria Present GIRLS NIGHT at the Mint
Come laugh and win some prizes from Victoria’s own Foxy Box!
OK, DOPE and Foxy Box are proud to present GIRLS NIGHT at the Mint, featuring Vancouver Island headliners Patricia Masur and Niki Mohrdar.
Tickets are $20—grab yours here!
- Where: The Mint, 1414 Douglas Street
- When: Friday, December 5th – 8 p.m.
Yuletide Market Series
Designed as a retail pop-up store, the Yuletide Market Series has a rotating list of vendors, ensuring no two market weekends are the same!
This is a fantastic opportunity to support and shop locally leading into the holiday season.
Hot drinks and food are available for purchase!
- Where: Bilston Creek Farm, 4185 Metchosin Road
- When: Friday, December 5th – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas at the McPherson Playhouse
Experience Irving Berlin’s White Christmas on stage!
Follow showbiz duo, Bob Wallace and Phil Davis as they join forces with sister act Betty and Judy Haynes to save a struggling Vermont inn run by their former army general.
It’s festive, heartwarming, and the perfect way to kick off the holiday season!
Tickets start at $66—get yours here.
- Where: McPherson Playhouse, 3 Centennial Square
- When: Friday, December 5th – 7:30 p.m.
Dinner & Drag
Head over to the Friends of Dorothy Lounge for an evening of delight as Mina Mercury hosts Dinner and Drag!
With a new menu sure to amuse your bouche, great cocktails, and fabulous entertainment, it’s guaranteed to be a ball!
Adults only!
- Where: Friends of Dorothy, 537 Johnson Street
- When: Friday, December 5th – 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
