LampPost: May 6th - 12th
Mother's Day is this week, and there are lots of options to treat your mother with!
This week’s categories:
Community Events
Mother’s Day Delights
Performing Arts
Creative Corner
Live Music
✴️ = Popular Events
Featured
LampPost: Watering Hole Tour
Is it cheating to put ourselves here? Maybe. But you voted, so we answered! Join us for a downtown pub crawl with 3 stops, good drinks, and better people! Space is limited, though, so don’t wait too long to save your space!
$5 for general admission or $10 for admission + a drink ticket at our first location! Meet us at Swans Pub & Brewery on May 9th at 7:30 and get ready for a great night with fellow LampPosters! Tickets can be found here.
Community Events
Preparedness 100: Emergency Preparedness Speaker - Elk Lake Fault
Tuesday, May 7 | 7:00 - 8:00 PM | Cedar Hill Recreation Centre | Free!
Theron Finley, Ph.D. Candidate discusses the newly discovered Elk Lake Fault
Learn about seismic potential on Vancouver Island and how to best prepare yourself.
Lunch & Learn w/ Scott Pilecki: Bike Packing for Dummies, Smarties, and Anyone
Thursday, May 9 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM | KWENCH | Free!
Pilecki takes you through the ins and outs of bike packing, the off-road cousin of traditional bicycle touring!
If your last ride had you wondering what it would be like to just keep cycling and never turn back for home, then this event is for you!
Fridays at the Station
Friday, May 10 | 4:00 - 8:00 PM | Langford Station | Free!
Delicious craft beers from the Victoria Beer Society + live music, food trucks, and local artists! The Langford Station has it all.
Music this Friday by Ben Lubberts.
Fair Trade, Land Reform, and Mayan Resilience in Guatemala
Friday, May 10 | 6:30 - 8:00 PM | theDock: Centre for Social Impact | Free!
Heard from the head of an Indigenous farmers’ movement that defends the ancestral territories of Indigenous peoples in Guatemala.
Learn about Mayan farmers fighting for environmental justice, the protection of their land, and fair trade coffee as a tool for social change in Latin America.
Quadra Village Day
Saturday, May 11 | 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Kings Rd between Quadra and Dowle | Free!
An event after our own heart! A community building & neighbourhood gathering!
Come for the pancake breakfast (10:00-11:00 AM) and stay for the live music, plant potting, community booths, and carnival games. See the full activity list.
SṈIDȻEȽ Restoration Project
Saturday, May 11 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM | 6537 Wallace Gate Drive | Free!
Volunteer to help remove invasive species at SṈIDȻEȽ, a significant space to the W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. Do your bit to keep it healthy!
Tools & training provided! Pack a lunch and water, and be prepared to get dirty.
Exploring Indigenous Perspectives through Storytelling (Guided Walk)
Saturday, May 11 | 1:30pm-3pm | Horth Hill Regional Park | Free!
Explore the cultural significance of local fauna through an Indigenous perspective.
Meet at the information kiosk in the parking lot off Tatlow Road. All ages welcome.
✴️ Victoria Tartan Parade
Saturday, May 11 | 11:00 - 12:00 | Government St. | Free!
Watch as Government St. comes alive to the sound of bagpipes, plus highland fling and caber toss! A taste of Scotland right here from home.
Parade starts at Centennial Square and makes its way to the BC Legislature lawn. Want to compete/perform? Registration here.
Mayfest
Saturday, May 11 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Edelweiss Club| Free!
Oktoberfest’s younger and smaller cousin, but no less valued for it!
Join the Edelweiss Club for a family friendly day with Maypole dancing, local vendors, and food & drink!
✴️ Buccaneer Days: Canada’s Biggest Traveling Carnival
Friday, May 10 until Sunday, May 12 | Archie Browning Sports Centre | Advance: $37 / Door: $47
Pre-sale price of $37 only until May 9th @11:59 PM! See the full activities list.
Friday: 3:00 - 10:00 PM | Saturday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM | Sunday: 12:00 - 10:00 PM
Also a parade on Saturday, May 11 at 10am from Dominion Rd. and winding its way along Esquimalt Rd. before ending at Admirals Rd. Dress in your pirate regalia
Mother’s Day Delights
Mother’s Day Tea
Saturday, May 11 | 3:00 - 5:00 PM | Oaks Restaurant & Tea Room | Children: $30 / Adults: $50
Get a jump on showing Mom you care - mini sandwiches, desserts and, of course, tea! Also a prize draw and online auction.
All proceeds towards youth mentoring programs.
Kids: Make Mom a Hanging Basket!
Saturday, May 11 | 10:00 AM | 975 Langford Parkway Unit #104 | $5 per basket
Help your kids celebrate Mother’s Day by getting them to make Mom a beautiful hanging basket that she can love all summer.
Space & quantity are limited! More info.
Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, May 12 | 9:00 - 11:00 AM | Lion’s Concession at Bullen Field
Mimosas for Mum and breakfast for the family!
After pancakes, the kids can partake in the Little Buccs Olympics at 10:00 AM
Mother's Day Jazz Brunch
Sunday, May 12 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | The Hallway | $12
Does your mom like jazz? Bring her down to the Hallway to celebrate her special day with brunch and jazz from world-touring jazz singer Angela Verbrugge!
Seating at 11:00 AM or 1:00 PM. Tickets.
Mom & Me: Mother’s Day Yoga, Crafts and Play
Sunday, May 12 | 12:00 - 2:30 PM | Kwench | $97
An afternoon of yoga, painting (supplies provided), and snacks! Space limited.
Price includes space for one adult and one child. Suitable for children’s age 4-10. Tickets.
✴️ Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet
Sunday, March 12 | Seatings at 10:00/10:30/1:00/1:30 | Oak Bay Beach Hotel | Adults: $129 / Children: $59 (free for 3 and under)
Treat your mom to an oceanside view alongside a luxury brunch buffet and live pianist!
Mothers go home with a take home gift from Boathouse Spa Partner, BABOR. Reservations.
Mother’s Day Musical Garden Tour
Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | $45
All mom’s favourite things, all in one ticket. Enjoy 48 hours of access to ten private gardens and musical performances by the Victoria Conservatory of Music.
Proceeds go towards musical education and performances! Visit this link for ticket purchase and list of locations selling tickets in-person.
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Performing Arts
Five Women Wearing the Same Dress
Wednesday, May 8 | 7:30 PM | 805 Langham Court | $19 - $26 (seat dependent)
A comedic play; an unlikely collection of wedding guests try their best to escape the bride
Running until May 19th. Get your tickets here.
A Dictionary of Emotions in War Time
Wednesday, May 8 | 7:30 - 9:00 PM | The Metro Studio Theatre | $26
An original play detailing the true experience of a woman from Kherson in the first days of the invasion of Ukraine. Raw, moving, and not easy to hear, this story puts the conflict in Ukraine into a sharp and very human perspective.
Proceeds towards supporting Ukrainians on Vancouver Island. Running until May 11th. Tickets and full schedule.
The Magicians Nephew
Wednesday, May 8 | 7:00 PM | Royal Bay Secondary | Students: $7 / Adults: $17
Royal Bay Secondary’s Black Wing Theatre Company presents a contemporary approach to this classic story!
Show runs every night from May 8th - 10th at 7:00 PM, and 2:00 PM on May 11th. Tickets.
✴️ Mark Normand Ya Don’t Say Tour
Friday, May 10 | 7:00 PM & 10:30 PM | Royal Theatre | $57
Hailed as the best young up and coming comic by none other than Jerry Seinfeld, Normand is a HUGE comedian - and he’s visiting Victoria!
With two Comedy Central special and appearances on ‘Conan’, ‘The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon’, and ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’, this is one you don’t want to miss. Tickets.
OK, DOPE Presents The Crowd Work Show
Friday, May 10 | 8:00 PM | The Mint | $20
Featuring Nash Park and Alex Forman, this is a 100% improvised stand-up comedy show. Who knows what awaits?
Creative Corner
Sandhill Wine Maker’s Dinner
Thursday, May 9 | 7:00 PM | Vis A Vis | $150
A four course meal with wine pairings from Vis A Vis executive chef Kevin Pinto!
Ticket price includes dinner, wine, and taxes. Register.
Shop & Sip
Thursday, May 9 | 12:00 - 7:00 PM | 552 Johnson St | Free!
Browse natural fibre products while sipping on a beverage from a local brewery or winery!
Sustainable slow-fashion, accessories, and gifts.
Sommelier Dinner - Italy
Friday, May 10 | 7:00 PM | L'Apéro Wine and Cheese Bistro | $195
Enjoy an international cuisine experience with rich wine pairings!
Dishes will explore the diverse (and delicious) regions of Italy and their signature dishes. Tickets.
Hand Drawn Victoria: Book Signing with Emma Fitzgerald
Friday, May 10 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM | Munro’s Books | Free!
Emma Fitzgerald is the author of author of ‘Hand Drawn Victoria: An Illustrated Tour in and Around BC's Capital City’
Meet & greet plus book signing!
Enchantments Unveiled ft. Paul Romhany & Murray Hatfield
Saturday, May 11 | 2:00 PM | Mary Winspear Centre | Adults: $40 / Children: $30
Magic and illusions from two of Canada’s most renowned magicians! Both are world-travelling performers, including acts for the Penn & teller show and for Fortune 500 companies (and Romhany even dresses like Charlie Chaplin!).
Fun for all ages!
✴️ Victoria Art Battle
Saturday, May 11 | Doors: 6:00 PM / Painting: 7:00 PM | Victoria Event Centre | $31
12 artists, 3 rounds, only 1 champion! Armed only with their painting supplies and a canvas, a group of artists dukes it out in this regular season Art Battle showdown. And you, the audience, decides who takes the trophy home.
Get your tickets here.
Pacific Rim Potters Show & Sale
Saturday, May 11 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Knox Presbyterian | Free!
This show only happens twice yearly!
High quality ceramics and pottery available for sale or just browsing from some of Vancouver Island’s best potters!
✴️ Design Victoria
Thursday, May 9 - Sunday, May 12
Happening all over the place, at all times, and over the entire weekend, this is one you’ll just have to check the website for!
Tons of events ranging from design, eco-architecture, sustainability, 3D printing, and everything in between - this is a weekend for just about everyone. Check out the full list of events.
Live Music
Monday, May 6
▶️ Bill Francis Story & Song ft. Rainshadow Al | Rock/Pop | 5:30 - 8:00 PM | The Loft Pub | Voluntary Cover
▶️ All Things Sweet: Black Treacle / Standard Issue Pleasure Model / Sweet Delirium | Dreampop/Post-Punk/R&B | 5:00 - 11:00 PM | Paul Phillips Hall | $15 + fees
Theme is sugar & spice - wear your sweetest or most scandalous! Tickets.
Tuesday, May 7
▶️ Jan Randall & Friends | Blues/Jazz/Classical/Pop | 5:00 - 8:00 PM | The Loft Pub | Voluntary Cover
▶️ Senior Collegium Chamber & Vocal Concert | I | 7:00 - 9:00 PM | The Victoria Conservatory of Music: Alix Goolden Performance Hall | By Donation
Wednesday, May 8
▶️ Stories from the Silk Roads ft. Qui Xia He & André Thibault: Launch Concert | Middle Eastern/Chinese/Multinstrumental | 7:00 - 9:00 PM | Hermann’s Jazz Club | Admission by Donation
The launch of a 4-day celebration of Asian Heritage Month; exploring the stories and music of the Silk Roads. Tickets.
▶️ Graduate And Congratulate: Baba Chaka / Sharon / Dreamworld Panic | Alternative Rock | 8:00 PM | Victoria Event Centre | $18
Three up-and-comers in the alt rock space! Tickets.
Thursday, May 9
▶️ So BRR ft. Barbie Aphelion | Techno/Underground | 7:00 - 10:00 PM | Quadratic Sound | $10-$20 Sliding Scale ($5 for BIPOC & LGBTQ+
This is a 100% sober event. Tickets
✴️▶️ Slick Rick / Degree One / DJ Anger | Hip Hop | Doors: 8:00, Show: 9:00 PM | Capital Ballroom | $55
This one’s filling up fast! Get your tickets soon.
✴️▶️ K-Pop Night | K-Pop | 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Lucky Bar | $13
▶️ Jazz Showcase Night II | Jazz | 7:00 PM | Herman’ss Jazz Club | $20 + fees
Missed last week’s show featuring student jazz players? Well, it’s on again! Tickets (walk-ins welcome too!)
▶️ Pardoner / Nick Normal / Guitar / Shoplifter / Cherry Venom | Rock/Hardcore | 7:00 - 10:00 PM | White Eagle Polish Hall | $20
This is a big one! Pardoner is a huge up-and-comer in the US and is on tour from San Francisco. Tickets.
Friday, May 10
▶️ The Wilderness / Myles From Home | Rock N’ Roll/Folk/Funk | 5:00 - 9:00 PM | Phoenix Bar & Grill | $10-$15
The Victoria debut from ‘The Wilderness’ and a West Coast classic, Myles From Home! Tickets.
✴️▶️ Jellyfish Dance Party with Left Coast Crew | House/Dance | 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Victoria Event Centre | Advance: $30 / Door: $40
Proceeds towards the Jellyfish Lounge theme camp at Otherworld! Tickets.
▶️ Coven ft. ÆNNIÆ / Saffo / Tucy / Lunasty / DJ Nitro | Progressive Techno/Electronic/House | 10:00 PM - 3:00 AM | Quadratic Sound | Advance: $20 / Door: $25 (+$5 for annual membership)
An event for all the queers, emos, punks, witches, goths, rebels, badasses and dark and twisted souls. Tickets.
▶️ Dance Therapy - Afro Funk Condition ft. Juice / Ama / Ezo | Funk/Afrobeats | 9:00 PM | Lucky Bar | Tickets at door
Wear your best 70’s outfit! More info.
▶️ Document One ft. Kytami / Phonik Ops | High Energy Drum & Bass | 9:00 PM | The Capital Ballroom | $25-$35
A night of high energy dance music spanning multiple genres! Tickets.
✴️▶️ Rakata: Latin Night | Reggaeton/Brazilian Electrofunk/Latin Hits | 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Wicket Hall | $20
Tickets are almost sold out! Get yours pronto to enjoy a late night, high energy dance party!
▶️ Tom Morrissey | East Coast Tunes meets Modern Classics | 7:00 - 10:00 PM | The Loft Pub | Voluntary Cover
▶️ Karel Roessingh | Jazz/Naturescape | 6:00 - 8:30 PM | RIVA Sydney | Free!
Saturday, May 11
▶️ Electric Druids / Wolf Venom / The Cyborg | Metal | 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM | Phoenix Bar & Grill | Advance: $10 / Door: $15
Metal madness & mystical vibes! Tickets.
✴️▶️ Victoria Bike Rave | Classics/DJs | 7:30 PM | Starts where the Galloping Goose meets the Lochside trail | Free!
One of Victoria’s most unique events! Hop on your bike and go for a scenic cruise behind the speaker trailer while it blasts tunes from local DJs! Slow pace & an easy trail with lots of breaks along the way, so it’s open to all skill levels!
▶️ Intimate Night of Heavy Metal | Heavy Metal | 8:00 - 11:00 PM | Quadratic Sound | Advance: $17 / Door: $20 (+$5 for annual membership)
▶️ Vox Americana Petunia / Leeroy Stagger / Tyler Lieb & Host Oliver Swain | Everything American (Rock n’ Roll/Jazz/Blues/Yodelling) | 7:00 - 9:00 PM | Hermann’s Jazz Club | $28 + fees
✴️▶️ Jack de Keyzer | Blues | Doors: 6:30 PM / Show: 7:30 PM | Wicket Hall | $30 ($25 for VBS members)
Juno award winning de Keyzer takes his talents to Wicket Hall! Tickets.
▶️ St. Cecilia | Rock/Country/Pop | 7:00 - 10:00 PM | The Loft Pub | Voluntary Cover (suggested ~$10)
An all-female band paying tribute to female musicians across multiple genres!
▶️ Big Hank & The Smoking Hot Toasters | R&B | 7:30 - 10:00 PM | Upstairs Lounge | $35