9 things to do in Victoria this weekend: Friday, August 7-9th

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Looking for things to do this weekend?  Here are 9 events happening around town . For even more fun things to do, head over to the Victoria Buzz Events Calendar.

Free-B Film Festival

  • What:  Bring a blanket, flashlight and snacks to enjoy a great line-up of wonderful outdoor movies.
  • Where: BATMAN • AUG 7  (Location: Legislative Lawn)
  • PRINCESS BRIDE • AUG 8  ( (Location: Cameron Bandshell, Beacon Hill Park)
  • When: 9pm

 

Butchart Gardens Summer Festival presents: Jann Arden

(nearly sold out – must be there long before show to get in)  click to see advisory

  • What: The Butchart Gardens’ summer festival presents Jann Arden. Funny, heartwarming…the one and only, Jann! This open air concert takes place on the Concert Lawn stage. Come sit on a bench, or bring a blanket and sit on the lawn.
  • Where: Butchart Gardens – 800 Benvenuto Avenue
  • When: Friday, August 7th, 2015  7:30 PM

 

Corks and Canvas-Outside!

  • What: Join local, loved artist Kimberly Dean, Robert Bateman Centre staff and volunteers to paint your own canvas outside while overlooking the incredible Inner Harbour.
  • Where: The Robert Bateman Centre
  • When: August 7 at 7pm

 

Touch-A-Truck

  • What: Children of ALL AGES! Bring the whole family for a day filled with tons of fun. Face Painting, Bouncy Castle, Food, Balloons and More! In support of the Vancouver Island Family Child Care Association
  • Where: Western Speedway
  • When: August 8th 9:30am – 2:30pm

 

Pet-A-Palooza

  • What: West Coast’s largest outdoor pet festival, PET-A-PALOOZA is coming back! Taking place on over 35,000 sq ft of ocean front property in Victoria B.C
  • Where:  Ogden Point
  • When:  August 8 and 9

 

James Bay Market

  • What: You will be amazed at the variety of products available at the James Bay Market. Whether you’re a local in need of some fresh produce, or a visitor looking for that unique something from Victoria, they’ve got it.
  • Where: 494 Superior St
  • When: August 8, 2015 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

 

Saturday Night Fireworks at the Butchart Gardens

  • What: Our Firework shows began in 1977 and continue to be one of The Gardens’ most popular draws.
  • Where: The Butchart Gardens
  • When: August 8, 2015 @ 9:30 pm

 

Victoria’s Largest Little Airshow

  • What: A fun community night market with food, crafts, art, entertainment and much more.
  • Where: Lochside Drive between Martindale & Island View Road at Michell’s Air Field
  • When: August 8 & 9th @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

 

Cadboro Bay Festival

  • What: Enjoy an afternoon at the picturesque Gyro Park, with a variety of hands-on activities, bouncy castles, face painting, band performances, information displays, interactive games, kids treasure map, arts & craft stations, and food and fun for the entire family. World-class sand sculptors will be creating giant works of art from just sand, water and a lot of imagination.
  • Where: Cadboro Bay – Gyro Park
  • When: Sunday, August 9, 2015 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

 


 

Please feel free to add your suggestions in the comments below!

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