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Bastion Square Market
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Markets
Bastion Square
Free Event
Visit www.instagram.com/bastionsquare.market to learn more.
Dharma Garden
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Live Music
Free Event
The City hosts summer concerts at the Cameron Bandshell that run Friday-Monday from June-September. Featuring talented local performers, bringing vibrant, live music to the community.
Latin Dance - Urban Kizomba
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Drop-in Activity
Ship Point
Free Event
Everyone welcome, no partner or dance experience is necessary. One 1.5-hour lesson, followed by a 30-min social dance. Taught by Victoria Latin Dance Association.
Learn the basics of Urban Kizomba. This modern Afro-Latin partner dance has its origins int he traditional Angolan dance Kizomba, but with a sharper and more dynamic style.
Learn the basics of Urban Kizomba. This modern Afro-Latin partner dance has its origins int he traditional Angolan dance Kizomba, but with a sharper and more dynamic style.
Ollie Happyness & Friends
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Live Music
Ship Point
Free Event
Join us at Summer at Ship Point for food trucks, live music, games and outdoor fun – free and open to everyone! Whether you’re chilling with friends, enjoying a meal or taking part in activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit victoria.ca/ourdwtn to learn more.
Claire Coupland
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Live Music
Cameron Bandshell
The City hosts a Folk Music Series on select Tuesdays, July-August from 6-7:30 pm.
Ballroom in the Square
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Drop-in Activity
Centennial Square
Free Event
Join the Victoria Ballroom Dance Society for a 30-minute beginner dance lesson followed by social dancing. Everyone welcome: no partner or dance experience is necessary. Feel free to come and enjoy the music if you aren’t interested in dancing.
Pico's Puppets Palace
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Kids Concerts
Cameron Bandshell
Free Event
Children’s music and entertainers in the park. Wednesdays | July-August
All Levels Flow Yoga
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Drop-in Activity
Ship Point
Free Event
Drop-in yoga with One Yoga. A limited supply of mats will be available. Bring your own mat if you can and a reusable water bottle.
Inter-Tidal Relations Concert Series
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Live Music
Ship Point
Free Event
Curated by Indigenous femmes Nikky Ermineskin (Cree) and Raven Natraoro (Coast Salish), this series uplifts Indigenous and global cultures through music and storytelling.
Oaklands Sunset Market
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Markets
Oaklands Community Centre
Free Event
Visit www.oaklands.life/sunset-market to learn more.
Eventide
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Live Music
Centennial Square
Free Event
CFUV 101.9 FM and the City of Victoria showcase Victoria’s independent music scene with an all-ages, free concert series including a food and licenced beverage area. Visit eventidevictoria.com to learn more.
Bad Rabbit Radio Live
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Live Music
Ship Point
Free Event
Join us at Summer at Ship Point for food trucks, live music, games and outdoor fun – free and open to everyone! Whether you’re chilling with friends, enjoying a meal or taking part in activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit victoria.ca/ourdwtn to learn more.
Bastion Square Market
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Markets
Bastion Square
Free Event
Visit www.instagram.com/bastionsquare.market to learn more.
Sofia Miller
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Live Music
Fort Common
Free Event
The City hosts summer concerts at The Fort Common that run at lunchtime on Thursdays, from June-August. Featuring talented local performers, bringing vibrant, live music to the community.
TFA Fitness
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Drop-in Activity
Ship Point
Free Event
Drop-in fitness classes with The Fitness Academy. A limited supply of mats will be available. Bring your own mat if you can and a reusable water bottle.
Plaza Franco
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Festivals and Events
Ship Point
Free Event
A musical showcase highlighting Francophone artists in a lively outdoor atmosphere. Visit Sfvictoria.ca to learn more.
Canada Dry Victoria Dragon Boat Festival
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Festivals and Events
Ship Point
Free Event
This event takes place at various locations. Visit victoriadragonboatfestival.com to learn more.
Bastion Square Market
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Markets
Bastion Square
Free Event
Visit www.instagram.com/bastionsquare.market to learn more.
Steluta
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Live Music
Cameron Bandshell
Free Event
The City hosts summer concerts at the Cameron Bandshell that run Friday-Monday from June-September. Featuring talented local performers, bringing vibrant, live music to the community.
2025 Free-B Film Festival
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Festivals and Events
Cameron Bandshell
Free Event
Visit victoriafilmfestival.com to learn more.
