5 things to do in and around Victoria this Friday, August 7th

Made it through another week, Victoria!

This Friday, there’s a ton happening to get the weekend started off right.

From free movies and music in the park to stargazing and an exciting DJ show at one of Victoria’s premier nightclubs, there’s something to keep everybody busy.

Here are 5 things to do in and around Victoria this Friday, August 7th:

Island Star Party at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church

Catch the Perseid Meteor Shower!

While the 2026 Perseid meteor shower peaks on the night of August 12th into August 13th, the stellar event will be active this weekend.

The public is invited to this year’s Island Star Party, which will take place under dark skies on the grounds of St. Stephen’s Anglican Church in Saanichton on the nights of Friday, August 7th and Saturday, August 8th.

Lots of amateur astronomers will be there to talk about astronomy and to help attendees observe celestial objects after dark.

There will be activities organized for the afternoons. Camp overnight, or just drop in for an evening of fun and fascination.

The event will be free for drop-ins, with a $20 suggested donation for campers.

• Where: St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 7921 St. Stephens Road
• When: Friday, August 7th at 2 p.m.

Labyrinth for the Free-B Film Festival at Beacon Hill Park

The Victoria Film Festival (VFF) is producing an outdoor cult classic film fest all August long.

Their ‘Free-B Film Festival’ will bring moon men, monsters and more to the Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park every Friday and Saturday as part of their month-long event.

The six free nights of “B-movie treasures” will be held over three weekends, beginning Friday, August 7th.

This Friday, catch Labyrinth, in which David Bowie leads a cherished fantasy adventure that is celebrating its 40th anniversary.

Before each film, catch a pre-show serial of Radar Men from the Moon from 8:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

• Where: Beacon Hill Park, 100 Cook Street
• When: Friday, August 7th – 9 p.m.

Music in the Garden at Abkhazi Garden

Live instrumental music returns to Abkhazi Garden!

Every Friday afternoon until August 21 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., musicians from the Victoria Conservatory of Music and the Jubilee Clarinet Choir perform in the heritage garden created by Prince Nicolas and Princess Peggy Abkhazi.

This Friday’s show will feature the Jubilee Clarinet Choir.

Admission is by donation at the gate.

• Where: Abkhazi Garden, 1964 Fairfield Road
• When: Friday, August 7th – 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Free outdoor screening of Brave at Bullen Park 

Esquimalt Parks & Recreation’s popular summer movie series is back!

Bring a camping chair and/or a blanket and enjoy an outdoor movie experience! Each week there will be a local food truck to cater to all your snack needs.

This week, catch Brave. 

Merida is a skilled archer and impetuous daughter of King Fergus and Queen Elinor.

Determined to carve her own path in life, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the uproarious lords of the land: massive Lord MacGuffin, surly Lord Macintosh and cantankerous Lord Dingwall.

Merida’s actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to an eccentric old witch for help, she is granted an ill-fated wish. The ensuing peril forces Merida to discover the meaning of true bravery in order to undo a beastly curse before it’s too late.

Attendance is free and everyone is welcome!

• Where: Bullen Park, 527 Fraser Street
• When: Friday, August 7th – 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Between Two D’s Featuring The Big D’s and Guru at the Downbeat

Starting within the expansive spectrum of House music and building into a hypnotic techno frenzy, get ready for Guru and The Big D’s.

The Big D’s, made up of Dylprickle and Sleepy, are two absolute masters of their craft.

Joined by Guru, who began his musical journey in the world of techno, this stands to be a rare experience as they push the limits of techno, tech-house and all things to get you stomping the floor.

If you have been there for any edition of ‘Back 2 Back,’ you know this is a night of spontaneity.

Tickets are only $10 and can be purchased here.

• Where: The Downbeat, 1325 Government Street
• When: Friday, August 7th – 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.