CityVibe, the City of Victoria’s summer events guide, has seen a significant increase in community interest. Since the online guide was launched at the end of May, over 13,000 people have viewed the guide, which is double the interest from the same time in 2022. The jump suggests a strong turnout for upcoming summer events.
CityVibe is Victoria’s go-to guide for over 200 free events, arts and cultural activities, festivals, museums and galleries and public markets happening in Victoria this summer. The guide can be accessed from phones, tablets or computers, with direct links to event information and maps.
For those looking for the perfect summer playlist who can’t wait for another hit of local music at festivals and summer concerts, the City has launched their first ever summer playlist “Daydream and Bloom”, a curated collection of summery songs from 30 local artists. Residents and visitors can access the free playlist at the Music Programming page.
For a full list of summer festivals and fun, view CItyVibe's schedule. Here are some highlights of the over 150 free concerts in the Victoria Summer Concert Series.
Downtown Pop-Up Concerts–FREE
Downtown Victoria will be alive with the sound of music this summer at five outdoor venues.
Fort Common
1017 Blanshard Street
Thursdays | noon–1 p.m. | June–August
Broad Street
1000 Block of Broad Street
Fridays | 4:30–6:30 p.m. | Saturdays and Sundays, 3–5 p.m. | June–August
Government Street Pedestrian-Priority Zone
Government at View
Select Saturdays and Sundays | 2–3 p.m. | July–September
Songhees Park Plaza
West side of Johnson Street Bridge
Select Saturdays and Sundays | 4–5 p.m. | July–September
The 10th Annual Eventide Music Series
Centennial Square
Wednesdays | 6–9 p.m. | July and August
Music in the Park–FREE
Pack a picnic, grab a friend and enjoy music in one of our beautiful parks.
Fisherman’s Wharf Park
12 Erie Street
Saturdays and Sundays | 2–3 p.m. | July–September
Beacon Hill Park
Cameron Bandshell
Select dates, Friday–Monday | 1:30–3:20 p.m. | June–September
Folk Music Concerts
Cameron Bandshell, Beacon Hill Park
Tuesdays | 6–8 p.m. | July and August
Youth Music Series
Cameron Bandshell, Beacon Hill Park
Wednesdays | 2–4 p.m. | July
Family Fun – Children’s Musicians and Storytellers
Cameron Bandshell, Beacon Hill Park
Select Wednesdays | 11 a.m.–noon | July and August
Community Arts Programs–FREE
If being part of the action is more your thing, we’ve got lots of opportunities for you to dance, sing and make music. From a drop-in community choir to Zumba or Swing classes and Qigong, the City is offering all these free programs and more this summer in CityVibe.
OUR DWTN
Downtown Victoria is getting some extra investment through the City’s new downtown revitalization program, OUR DWTN. Watch for new events, retail and culinary experiences, placemaking work, beautification projects and even more recreational and cultural programming. Learn more at victoria.ca/OurDWTN.
Downtown Victoria Bike Valet
Riding or rolling to events downtown? The free, coat check-style bike valet service next to City Hall provides a convenient and secure parking option. The bike valet can take care of your adaptive bike, cargo bike, bike trailer, bike, baby stroller and other personal mobility devices while you attend events, shop, sip or savour the tastes of downtown. Learn more at the Bike Parking page.
New Create Victoria Newsletter
Interested in getting arts and culture updates right in your inbox? Sign up for the new monthly Create Victoria Newsletter featuring arts and culture events and opportunities for artists. Learn more at the Arts & Culture page.
All CityVibe events and concerts are rain or shine and are subject to change. For full details, view the CityVibe schedule.
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