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Produced by the city of Victoria VICTORIA’S GUIDE TO FESTIVALS AND OUTDOOR EVENTS IN 2013

What’s inside:• Outdoor Festivals • Summer in the Square Lunchtime Concerts• Stage in the Park Concerts • Public Markets• CityVibe Map • Royal Athletic Park Festivals

and Sporting Events

For more information:City of Victoria Parks, Recreation and Culture Department

E [email protected]

www.victoria.ca/cityvibe

CityVibe is an annual publication that showcases the many spectacular City-sponsored and community-based arts and cultural outdoor events and summer festivals that are taking place in the Capital City.

Whether you’re discovering a new culture, relaxing or dancing to a range of music genres, or enjoying the many festivities offered downtown, there is something for everyone!

The festivals and celebrations showcased in the first section of this guide are recipients of the City of Victoria’s 2013 Festival Investment Grant. Over the past 14 years, the City has awarded $1.5 million to local non-profit arts and cultural organizations. The program is designed to nurture outdoor festivals and celebrations held within the Capital City, facilitate their growth and ensure their continued success.

Victoria’s public markets and City-sponsored summer concerts and events presented at the Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park and at Centennial Square are also listed.

New this year are listings for the festivals and sporting events taking place at Royal Athletic Park, Victoria’s outdoor sports stadium.

All of the event listings are available in the free CityVibe iTunes app. Go to iTunes.com to download.

All content in this guide is distributed as information only, is correct at time of publishing and is subject to change without notice. The City of Victoria disclaims all responsibility and all liability you might incur as a result of the information being inaccurate or incomplete in any way, and for any reason.

Summer in the Square

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September3 Ivy’s Quintet

4 Nick La Riviere Septet

5 Swing Gitane

6 Monik Nordine Quartet

9 Dave Klinger

10 Banjo Jim

11 Colleen Eccleston & Friends

12 Rebop

13 Vancouver Island Quintet

16 Anita Bonkowski Quintet

17 Carol Sokoloff & Trio Espresso

18 Damian Graham Trio

19 Jon Miller Quartet

20 John MacArthur Trio

23 Sherry Clayton Quartet

24 Capital City Brass

25 West My Friend

26 Tom & Joey

27 Dave Paulson Quartet

Contact UsFor more information on the Festival Investment Grant program, contact:

Community Recreation CoordinatorCity of VictoriaE [email protected]

For general information, contact:

E [email protected]


For a directory of arts and culture organizations in Victoria, visit: www.ArtsVictoria.ca


Message from Mayor Dean Fortin

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to CityVibe, Victoria’s Guide to Festivals and Outdoor Events.

Both as the host city and as a community partner, the City of Victoria is proud and excited to support the many festivals and celebrations that will take place this summer.

Summer is a special time in BC’s Capital City – with so much to do and see, the CityVibe guide will prove to be a great resource. I encourage you to take part in as many of the events happening around

town as possible. It is a great way to build community spirit and enjoy summer in the city.

Victoria has a wonderful array of well-established annual festivals, as well as many new unique events that highlight our local talent and creative spirit. Not to mention ongoing markets right across the city, boasting both local food and artisans.

So whether you are in Centennial Square, Fisherman’s Wharf, on Government Street or at the Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park this summer, there will be music in the air and people in the streets enjoying all that our wonderful city has to offer.

Best wishes for a fun-filled and memorable summer.

Dean Fortin, Mayor

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Introduction ......................................................................Inside Cover

Message from Mayor Dean Fortin .............................................1

City of Victoria Festival Investment Grant Events Victoria Tartan Parade / Clan Torchlight Ceremony .........................4

African and Caribbean Cultural Week .............................................5

150th Victoria Highland Games and Celtic Festival .........................5

Island Farms Victoria Day Parade....................................................6

Uno Fest ...........................................................................................6

Selkirk Waterfront Festival ................................................................7

29th Annual TD Victoria International JazzFest................................7

First Peoples Festival: Celebrating National Aboriginal Day in the Capital City ..................8

Victoria Celebrates Canada Day ......................................................8

Victoria Pride Week ..........................................................................9

Bike Ride ..........................................................................................9

14th Annual Ska Festival ................................................................10

Festival Mexicano ...........................................................................10

Victoria International Buskers Festival ...........................................11

TD Art Gallery Paint-In ...................................................................11

Symphony in the Summer ..............................................................12

Victoria Tango Festival ...................................................................12

Table of Contents


Victoria Symphony Splash .............................................................13

Victoria Indian Mela ........................................................................13

Flamenco Festival ..........................................................................14

Canada Dry Victoria Dragon Boat Festival ....................................14

66th Coupe Mondiale World Accordion Championships ...............15

ROMP! in the Square .....................................................................15

CityVibe Map .........................................................................16–17

Victoria Fringe Theatre Festival ......................................................18

19th Annual Vancouver Island Blues Bash ....................................18

Victoria International Chalk Art Festival .........................................19

2nd Annual Multicultural Food and Health Fair ..............................19

Island Farms Santa’s Light Parade ................................................19

Stage in the Park�.............................................................................20

Royal Athletic Park� ........................................................................25

Public Mark�ets ..................................................................................28

Summer in the Square .................................................................31

Contact Us ..........................................................................................33

Environmental Benefits StatementBy using paper made from 100% post-consumer recycled content the following resources have been saved:

• 37 trees preserved for the future• 108 lbs water-borne waste not created• 15,839 gal wastewater flow saved• 1,752 lbs solid waste not generated• 3,451 lbs net greenhouse gases prevented• 26,411,200 BTUs energy not consumed


City of Victoria Festival and Investment Grant EventsHighqualityfestivalsandcelebrationscontributetoacommunity’swell-beingandeconomichealth.TheCityofVictoriaplacesthepursuitofarts,cultureandtourismopportunitiesasoneofitsprimaryobjectivesasameanstostrengthenitsdowntownandenhancelivability.ThefollowingeventsarefundedbytheCityofVictoria’sFestivalInvestmentGrant.

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Victoria Tartan Parade/Clan Torchlight CeremonyDATE: May 11 | 11 a.m. – Noon

May 17 | 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.

LOCATION: Legislature Lawns, 501 Belleville Street

FOR MORE INFO: 250.598.0120 www.victoriahighlandgames.com

Join us for the Tartan Parade on May 11 that starts at Centennial Square and marches down Government Street to the Legislature Lawns, where pipe bands perform, the Highland fling is danced, and the caber is tossed. The Clan Torchlight Ceremony takes place at the Legislature Lawns on May 17 with a pipe band performance and Scottish Clan representatives forming a Saltire Cross on the Lawns with torches. Both events promote the Victoria Highland Games and Celtic Festival on the May long weekend at Topaz Park.


African and Caribbean Cultural Week�DATE: May 17 – 25

LOCATION: Centennial Square (Douglas Street and Pandora Avenue), Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad Street

FOR MORE INFO: 250.884.0379 | 250.858.6576 www.facebook.com/events/261983160595994/

African and Caribbean Week is an action-packed, one-week festival which features an opening reception and a fashion show where contestants showcase African and Caribbean culture through music, dance, language and clothing. The festival includes a soccer tournament, an Afro-Caribbean Dance Night, drumming and seven singing workshops. Category winners are awarded prizes at the festival’s closing gala.

150th Victoria Highland Games and Celtic FestivalDATE: May 18 – 19 | 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

LOCATION: Topaz Park, 3000 Glasgow Avenue

FOR MORE INFO: 250.598.0120 www.victoriahighlandgames.com

Enjoy a family-focused weekend of Scottish and Celtic art, culture, dance, music and sport including the Canadian Drum Major Championships and the International Heavy Events Challenge, with four world champions competing! The event includes pipe band and Highland dancing competitions, sheepdog herding trials, kilted mile athletics, haggis hurling, tug of war, sword fighting and military demonstrations. Enjoy Celtic music bands, vendors, beer gardens and a Whisky School for adults. Admission is free for children under 12.

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Island Farms Victoria Day ParadeDATE: May 20 | Starts at 9 a.m.

LOCATION: Douglas Street (from Finlayson to Belleville Streets)

FOR MORE INFO: 250.382.3111 www.victoria.ca

The Island Farms Victoria Day Parade is Victoria’s largest parade, featuring Canadian and American marching bands, musical floats, cultural entries and festive clowns. Led by the Canadian Forces, this annual event is free and fun for the whole family!

Uno FestDATE: May 22 – June 1

LOCATION: Metro Studio (1411 Quadra Street), Intrepid Theatre Club (2 – 1609 Blanshard Street)

FOR MORE INFO: 250.590.6291 www.intrepidtheatre.com

Catch internationally renowned performers, Fringe Fest favourites and local emerging talents at this unique festival of one-person shows. This year’s line-up features Fringe favourites Jayson McDonald and Tara Travis, Evalyn Parry’s musical tribute to cycling “Spin”, Johanna Nutter’s amazing true story “My Pregnant Brother”, and much more. Also featured are the UnoWorks series of Victoria based plays in development, performance workshops, and fun special events.

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Selk�irk� Waterfront FestivalDATE: May 25 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

LOCATION: Waterfront Crescent and Selkirk Green Park (close to Jutland and Gorge Roads intersection)

FOR MORE INFO: 250.388.5251 www.burnsidegorge.ca

If you’re seeking thrilling carnival-style rides and activities, tasty foods, unique items for sale or live entertainment by fabulous performers, you’ll find it at the Selkirk Waterfront Festival! Join us at our family fun zone, international food fair, vendors’ market, and music stage featuring Victoria’s jazz and blues singer Maureen Washington. Family fun for everyone!

29th Annual TD Victoria International JazzFestDATE: June 21 – June 30

LOCATION: Various

FOR MORE INFO: 250.388.4423 www.jazzvictoria.ca

Enjoy over 350 of the best jazz, blues and world beat musicians from around the world in more than 80 exciting performances on 13 stages in downtown Victoria. Artists include Herbie Hancock, Esperanza Spalding, Bettye LaVette, Serena Ryder, Patricia Barber, Vijay Iyer, Courtney Pine, Jon Cleary, Carmen Souza, Lee Fields, and Nikki Yanofsky. Free afternoon performances and workshops are available in addition to ticketed performances. Program guides are available at TD, Thrifty Foods and Serious Coffee locations.

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First Peoples Festival: Celebrating National Aboriginal Day in the Capital CityDATE: June 23 | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

LOCATION: Ship Point, Inner Harbour

FOR MORE INFO: 250.384.3211 | www.vnfc.ca

The First Peoples Festival is the Capital City’s largest single event in honour of National Aboriginal Day with more than 9,000 visitors attending in 2012. The festival features drummers, dancers, arts and craft vendors and people gathering together to celebrate the cultures and traditions of Aboriginal People in the Capital Region. The event is hosted by the Victoria Native Friendship Centre and the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres.

Victoria Celebrates Canada DayDATE: June 30 – July 1

LOCATION: Inner Harbour

FOR MORE INFO: www.VictoriaCanadaDay.ca

The City of Victoria is proud to host Greater Victoria’s annual Canada Day celebration. Victoria Celebrates Canada Day is the largest celebration of our nation’s birthday on Vancouver Island. The dawn to dusk program includes an international food village, a Living Flag, live entertainment, an evening fireworks display and lots of family activities. Please join us for this two-day event and celebrate what it means to be Canadian!

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Victoria Pride Week�DATE: June 30 – July 7 | Parade July 7

LOCATION: Various

FOR MORE INFO: www.victoriapridesociety.org

Victoria Pride 2013 has a little something for everyone! No matter your sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, religion or combination of, it’s a celebration of diversity. Join us for our Big Gay Dog Walk, Pride and the Word, Drag Ball and flagship parade! Visit our online calendar for a complete list of events and the 20+ celebrations to be held by the community. Come on out – Be PROUD.

Bik�e RideDATE: July 6 – 7 and 13 – 14 | 3:30 p.m. – Dusk

LOCATION: Galloping Goose Trail and Cecelia Ravine Park, 475 Burnside Road East

FOR MORE INFO: 250.386.7526 | www.skam.ca

Participate in Bike Ride, Theatre SKAM’s annual mobile feast of live performance! Audiences ride their bikes from show to show, taking in new, independent performance works from local and national artists along the Galloping Goose Trail. With bike decorating, local food and surprise bursts of entertainment, along with an array of comedy, dance, spoken word, and improvisation, Bike Ride has something for everyone! For tickets: 250.590.6291 or www.ticketrocket.org

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14th Annual Sk�a FestivalDATE: July 9 – 13 | Various times

LOCATION: Ship Point, Inner Harbour and various venues

FOR MORE INFO: www.victoriaskafest.ca

The largest and longest running festival of its kind in the world, Ska Fest is a summer highlight not to be missed. The festival features the best ska, reggae, punk, dub, and hip-hop from across Canada and around the world – day and night! Past headliners have included Toots & the Maytals, Ky-Mani Marley, the Black Seeds, and Fishbone. Ska Fest is family friendly, outdoor fun and guarantees dancing and good times for all.

Festival MexicanoDATE: July 12 – 14

LOCATION: Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad Street, Centennial Square (Douglas Street and Pandora Avenue)

FOR MORE INFO: 250.213.9366 www.victoriamexicancanadian.org

Festivities kick off the evening of July 12 at the Victoria Event Centre with a Mexican show. Celebrations continue throughout the weekend at Centennial Square from noon to 5 p.m. The weekend is packed full with professional Latin music and dance performances, traditional Mexican food, craft vendors, dance lessons, games and pinâtas. Admission is free for all Centennial Square programming.

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Victoria International Busk�ers FestivalDATE: July 19 – 28 | Noon – 10 p.m.

LOCATION: Various

FOR MORE INFO: 250.661.5350 www.victoriabuskers.com

Professional street performers from around the world present more than 600 shows at outdoor venues along the waterfront and downtown. This free festival is fun for the whole family and includes magicians, acrobats, fire throwers, comedians, jugglers, uni-cylists, clowns and more! Tips to performers are welcomed and appreciated. Be sure to join us on Saturday, July 27 at 1 p.m. at the Fairmont Empress lawn for a special show highlighting local Francophone history.

TD Art Gallery Paint-InDATE: July 20 | 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

LOCATION: Art Gallery of Greater Victoria (1040 Moss Street) and Moss Street (from Fort Street to Dallas Road)

FOR MORE INFO: 250.384.4171 | www.aggv.ca

BC’s largest visual arts exhibition, the TD Art Gallery Paint-In is a free, fun-filled community event based on art awareness and education. More than 175 invited professional and emerging artists from Greater Victoria take their studios to the street to display and produce their work. The event includes an open house at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., a food and beverage garden, and dancing to live music.

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Symphony in the SummerDATE: July 23 – August 4

LOCATION: Butchart Gardens (800 Benvenuto Avenue) and Centennial Square (Douglas Street and Pandora Avenue)

FOR MORE INFO: 250.385.6515 www.victoriasymphony.ca

This series of outdoor concerts includes full orchestra and small ensemble performances at two Greater Victoria locations – Butchart Gardens and Centennial Square.

Victoria Tango FestivalDATE: August 2 – 4 | Various times

LOCATION: Various

FOR MORE INFO: 778.432.0112 www.passion4tango.com

The Passion for Tango Society presents their sixth annual summer tango and Latin arts festival. Three days of free outdoor concerts provide entertainment for all ages. If you are new to tango, check out concerts with music ranging from classic tango, Argentinian folk music, tango jazz and tango. Latin artists are featured at this year’s festival in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Latin music group Kumbia. Enjoy talks, lectures, workshops and classes.

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Victoria Symphony SplashDATE: August 4 | 1 p.m. – 10 p.m.


FOR MORE INFO: 250.385.6515 www.victoriasymphony.ca/splash

The 23rd annual Victoria Symphony Splash will once again light up the Inner Harbour with music, festivities and fireworks. Be there when Tania Miller, the Victoria Symphony and a host of special guests put on a show like no other. Kids’ activities start at 1 p.m., music on the main stage begins at 4 p.m., and the Victoria Symphony takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. Be there for the biggest event of the summer!

Victoria Indian MelaDATE: August 5 – 9 | 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

August 10 | 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. August 11 | 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

LOCATION: Centennial Square (Douglas Street and Pandora Avenue)

FOR MORE INFO: 250.382.6620 or 250.479.4016 | www.iccavictoria.com

The Mela is a seven-day colourful celebration featuring a main stage that explodes with Indian classical and modern/fusion music, fashion shows, Gidda/Bhangra dances, Bollywood presentations, Garba/Dhandia dances, and entertainment from many other multicultural communities. The weekend features arts and crafts, henna, palm reading, face painting and more.

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Flamenco FestivalDATE: August 12 – 16 | Noon – 1 p.m.

August 17 and 18 | Noon – 6 p.m.


FOR MORE INFO: 250.508.4670 www.flamencodelaisla.org

Centennial Square will explode this summer with the passion and rhythm of flamenco music and dance! The first annual Flamenco Festival showcases local and regional dancers, singers and guitarists who share their love of this fiery art form to the stage in the Square. Be inspired at the mid-week Por fiesta lunch-hour performances, and feel invigorated on weekend afternoons with the powerful line-up of local, regional, aspiring and professional flamenco artists.

Canada Dry Victoria Dragon Boat FestivalDATE: August 16 – 18 | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.


FOR MORE INFO: 250.704.2500 www.victoriadragonboat.com

Celebrate the Year of the Snake on Friday afternoon as we “Awaken the Dragon” in the elaborate Eye Dotting Ceremony and officially open the festivities. On Saturday and Sunday, witness up to 90 dragon boat teams and nearly 2,500 paddlers from all over North America compete at this must-see event of the summer. Enter Forbidden City and enjoy free concerts, cultural performances, and sample a wonderful mix of Asian and multicultural foods.

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66th Coupe Mondiale World Accordion ChampionshipsDATE: August 17 – 25

LOCATION: Various downtown venues

FOR MORE INFO: www.bcaccordion.ca

The Coupe Mondiale World Accordion Championships celebrates its 66th anniversary in Victoria this summer. The event has only been held in Canada once before in 1964. Join us as hundreds of international accordionists visit the Capital City to participate in the world’s biggest accordion competition. Enjoy concerts featuring the world’s best accordion soloists and ensembles at the Victoria Conservatory of Music, Centennial Square, Market Square and other downtown venues.

ROMP! in the SquareDATE: August 20 – 24 | 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.


FOR MORE INFO: 250.389.6059 www.suddenlydance.ca

Suddenly Dance Theatre presents ROMP! in the Square, a free outdoor dance showcase in Centennial Square. Each show features a different program from dance artists of diverse styles to create a kinetic urban spectacle. Intrepid Theatre’s FRINGE Party will kick-off the festivities.

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MAPLocationsArt Gallery of Greater Victoria ......1Bastion Square .............................2Cameron Bandshell (Beacon Hill Park) .........................3Cecelia Ravine Park .....................4Centennial Square ........................5Gorge Waterfront Crescent ..........6Intrepid Theatre Club ...................7Legislative Grounds .....................8Market Square ..............................9Metro Studio ...............................10Moss Street .................................11Royal Athletic Park .....................12Selkirk Green Park ......................13Ship Point ...................................14St. Andrew’s School ....................15St. Ann’s Academy .....................16St. John the Divine ......................17Topaz Park ..................................18Victoria Curling Club ..................19Victoria Event Centre ..................20Victoria’s Inner Harbour ..............21Wood Recital Hall .......................22

Public Mark�etsBastion Square Public Market ......2Sunday Market at Bastion Square .............................2James Bay Community Market ...23Moss Street Market .....................24Oaklands Sunset Series: Farmers’ Market .........................25Ship Point Night Market ..............14Victoria Public Market at the Hudson .............................26

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Victoria Fringe Theatre FestivalDATE: August 20 – September 1

LOCATION: Various downtown venues

FOR MORE INFO: 250.590.6291 www.victoriafringe.com

The Victoria Fringe Festival is an 11-day celebration of live theatre from around the world at a dozen venues across town. Vancouver Island’s biggest theatre event features over 50 comedy, drama, spoken word and physical theatre shows, plus free special events such as FringeKids Fest in Market Square, a nightly cabaret at the FringeClub, and a pre-fest kick-off at Centennial Square. Fringe-going is easy, fun and slightly addictive.

19th Annual Vancouver Island Blues BashDATE: August 31 – September 2

LOCATION: Ship Point

FOR MORE INFO: 250.388.4423 www.jazzvictoria.ca

The Vancouver Island Blues Bash is a three-day festival that features all styles of blues and R&B on the Labour Day weekend at Ship Point, situated in Victoria’s Inner Harbour. The event includes free afternoon performances, with ticketed performances in the evening. The full festival line-up will be announced mid-July.

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Victoria International Chalk� Art FestivalDATE: September 11 – 15 | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

LOCATION: The Bay Centre (1150 Douglas Street), Government Street to Centennial Square (Douglas Street and Pandora Avenue)

FOR MORE INFO: www.victoriachalkfestival.com

Welcome to Canada’s largest chalk festival! This free, family-friendly event is a celebration of the unique medium of chalk art and presents an array of international and local chalk artists, including many members of our First Nations community. Enjoy 2D and 3D chalk art in the making, in addition to music on stage, a food village, local artisans, an expanded kids’ chalk area and more.

2nd Annual Multicultural Food and Health FairDATE: September 21 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

LOCATION: CDI College, 950 Kings Road

FOR MORE INFO: 250.361.9433 www.vircs.bc.ca

The Multicultural Food and Health Fair is a free, family-friendly event that promotes multiculturalism and awareness of the diverse cultures within Greater Victoria. The fair focuses on the preparation of cultural food, with demonstrations and sampling. Visit local agency booths and enjoy live performances.

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Island Farms Santa’s Light ParadeDATE: November 23 Starts at 6 p.m.

LOCATION: Government Street (from Belleville to Chatham Streets)

FOR MORE INFO: www.victoria.ca

Bring the family to this festive, annual parade to celebrate the holiday season. Enjoy an array of dazzling floats and marching bands that travel along the magically lit Government Street from Victoria’s Inner Harbour to Chatham Street. Meet up at the Capital Iron parking lot for delicious free treats courtesy of Island Farms.


Stage in the Park�TheCameronBandshellatBeaconHillParkhostsavarietyoffreeeventsandconcertsonitsstageincludingtheCity’sConcertsintheParkseries,dance,andbandperformances.Benchseatingandthesurroundinggrassareasprovideperfectspotsforspectatorstorelaxandenjoyfreeperformances.

Events in the Park�Heritage DanceFestDATE: June 15 | Noon – 7 p.m.

LOCATION: Cameron Bandshell

FOR MORE INFO: www.veselkadancers.com

Come celebrate Victoria’s ethnic energy as over 350 dancers take to the stage with vibrant costumes, traditional music, and exquisite choreography! It’s like Folkfest re-invented with such diverse dance groups as Scottish, Chinese, Norwegian, Punjabi, Ukrainian and many more. It is a feast of the senses and a celebration of the multicultural communities within Victoria. Free.

Father’s Day Céilidh in the Park�DATE: June 16 | 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.



“Céilidh” or “kitchen party” is the Gaelic word for an informal gathering of music, dance and storytelling. Music brings people together like nothing else! The City of Victoria invites you to spend some quality time with dad and the whole family at the annual Father’s Day Céilidh in the Park. Free.

Free – B Film FestivalDATE: August 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, and 24 | 9 p.m.


FOR MORE INFO: www.freebfilmfest.com

Once again the Victoria Film Festival has lined up a stellar collection of family-friendly films for its Free-B Film Festival. Get ready to curl up under the stars and enjoy free films on a 20-foot-wide inflatable screen? On Fridays and Saturdays in August, bring the whole family down to see treasures from movie making history! Remember to bring your own snacks, flashlights and blankets! Free.


Concerts in the Park�The popular Concerts in the Park series runs Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holiday Mondays from June 21 – September 13 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:20 p.m. at the Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park.

Children’s Concerts in the Park will take place on Wednesday, July 10, 24, 31 and August 14, 28 from 11 a.m. to Noon.

FOR MORE INFO: 250.361.0708 | [email protected] |www.victoria.ca

June21 V Naden Band

22 V Honeycrooners

23 C Greater Victoria Concert Band

28 F Sweet Lowdown

29 J Kelby & Louise

30 F Mike Edel

Concerts in the Park� LegendFree admission to all events.

B Blues F Folk S Swing

C Classical J Jazz V Variety

CH Children’s M Multicultural

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July1 C Victoria Brass Ensemble

5 V Bijoux Du Bayou

6 V Victoria Brass Band

7 B Gary’s Story of the Blues

10 CH The Music Corner

12 J Melinda Whitaker Quintet

13 J Edie & John with Joey

14 S Dixieland Express

19 M Gypsy Rovers

20 F The O’Briens

21 J The Tom Vickery Quartet

24 CH Ivonne Hernandez

26 B The Sugar Blues Band

27 S Dave Lang & The Twin Otters

28 V Groove Journey

31 CH Magic Show by Paul Kilshaw

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August2 V Albert Head Cadet Band

3 J Easy Street

4 M Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra

5 V Belvedere Broadcasters

9 C Odyssey String Quartet

10 J Damian Graham Trio

11 M The Stomp Club

14 CH The Music Corner

16 V Piano Duelettes

17 S Shades of Shearing

18 V West Shore Community Concert Band

23 V Diane Pancel

24 M Cookeilidh

25 F Calvin & Jeremy

28 CH Ivonne Hernandez

30 J CanUS Hot Jazz Band

31 M Hot Celtic







September1 B The Variables

2 J Lust Life Jazz Band

6 J Miranda Sage Quintet

7 J Maureen Washington

8 B Bill Johnson

13 V Naden Band







Victoria HarbourCatsDATE: June – August | Game Times: Sundays 1:05 p.m.

Saturdays and Weekdays 7:05 p.m.

LOCATION: Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Avenue

FOR MORE INFO: 778.265.0327 | www.harbourcats.com

The Victoria HarbourCats are Victoria’s franchise in the West Coast League, a college-level, wood bat baseball

league that features 11 teams spread across British Columbia, Washington and Oregon. The team plays a 54-game schedule from June through August, with 27 home games at historic Royal Athletic Park. The home opener is June 5! Victoria also hosts this year’s West Coast League All-Star game on July 23. Visit the website for the full schedule and ticket information.

RoyalAthleticParkisamulti-purpose,fully-lit,naturalgrassstadiumprovidingcompetitionplayingspaceforlocalandvisitingsportsteams.ThehistoricCityofVictoriaparkhasbeenusedasaplayingfieldsincetheearly1900s.

2013markstheinauguralbaseballseasonfortheVictoriaHarbourCatswhowillplayintheWestCoastLeague.RoyalAthleticParkwillalsoseethereturnoftheHighlandersFootballClubforanotherexcitingsoccerseason.

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Victoria Highlanders Football ClubDATE: May – July | Game Times: 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.


FOR MORE INFO: 250.590.8432 | www.victoriahighlandersfc.com

The Victoria Highlanders Football Club is a Canadian soccer club in the United Soccer Leagues (USL) Premier Development League (PDL). The Highlanders began PDL play in April 2009 as part of the Northwest Division of the 67-team league. The Premier Development League is the training grounds for the best up and coming footballers in the sport and a stepping stone to the North American Professional soccer leagues. The Highlanders’ players, coaches, and staff can’t wait to kick off the 2013 season on May 4 at Royal Athletic Park!

Victoria Dodgeball ChampionshipsDATE: August 24


FOR MORE INFO: 250.361.0732 | www.victoriadodgeball.com

The Victoria Dodgeball Championships is one the largest dodgeball tournaments in Canada. Presented by the City of Victoria, the outdoor tournament excites players and spectators alike.

Take in the action from the licensed viewing area or get into the games yourself. From recreational to competitive dodgeball enthusiasts, the tournament is open to all skill levels. Net proceeds go to

support the City of Victoria’s Campership program, designed to send financially disadvantaged kids to camp.



Great Canadian Beer FestivalDATE: September 6 – 7


FOR MORE INFO: 250.383.2332 | www.gcbf.com

The Great Canadian Beer Festival is one of the world’s must-attend beer events. It has been held at Royal Athletic Park since 2005 on the first weekend after Labour Day. People from all over the globe seek out Victoria and the Great Canadian Beer Festival. The event features over 55 craft breweries from across Canada and the United States, with 8,000 people attending annually. The Festival includes live music by local entertainers and a fantastic selection of food offerings by local restaurants and caterers.

Rifflandia Music FestivalDATE: September 12 – 15


FOR MORE INFO: 250.661.2619 www.rifflandia.com

The sixth annual Rifflandia Music Festival features a truly diverse line-up of artists across numerous stages, all within walking distance in the city’s beautiful and historic downtown. Royal Athletic Park returns as the Festival’s flagship venue, featuring multiple stages, food vendors, art installations, a cinema area and more. Join us for a four-day celebration of music, art, food and fun this September!


Victoria Public Market at the HudsonDATE: Indoor Public Market – Opens Summer 2013

Tuesday – Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Sundays 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Outdoor Farmers’ Market: May 29 – November | Wednesdays 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

LOCATION: The Hudson, 1701 Douglas Street

FOR MORE INFO: www.victoriapublicmarket.com

Going back to the old-world style of shopping where you know your butcher, your baker, the person who grows your vegetables and the chickens that lay your eggs is what this indoor and outdoor, year-round farmers’ market is all about. Handcrafted, homemade and small batch products are superior, and the craftsmanship and attention to detail make the results outstanding. Artisan food offers consumers the opportunity to revel in foods that owe their extraordinary taste to time-honoured old-world techniques and tradition that give a personal connection to the maker.

Public Markets


Bastion Square Public Mark�etDATE: May 2 – September 28 (Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays) | 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Bastion Square (across from the Bay Centre between Government and Wharf Streets)

FOR MORE INFO: 250.885.1387 | www.bastionsquare.ca

The Bastion Square Public Market is celebrating their 18th year downtown! It’s home to some of the Island’s finest artisans offering a unique selection of locally designed and produced woodwork, jewelry, glasswork, pottery, art, adult and children’s clothing, knitting and much more. Meet and visit with local artists, artisans and authors in this beautiful historical setting. Bastion Square is home to some of Victoria’s great cafes, pubs and restaurants.

James Bay Community Mark�etDATE: May 4 – October 12 (Saturdays) | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

LOCATION: Corner of Menzies and Superior Streets

FOR MORE INFO: 250.381.5323 | www.jamesbaymarket.com

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 red peppers, or a visitor looking for that unique something from Victoria, they’ve got it. Located two minutes from Victoria’s Inner Harbour, the James Bay Community Market features produce, arts, food and live music with an emphasis on products that are homemade, handmade and homegrown.

Moss Street Mark�etDATE/TIME: Full Markets: Saturdays, May – October | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Half Markets: Saturdays, April 12 | 2 p.m.

LOCATION: Sir James Douglas Elementary School grounds, Moss Street and Fairfield Road

FOR MORE INFO: www.mossstreetmarket.com

Moss Street Market is your local organic farmers’ market. Celebrating its 22nd year, this vibrant community market features Victoria’s largest selection of local and organic produce with over 25 farmers vending. Additionally, there are over 70 vendors offering handmade crafts, cards, clothing, jewelry, purses, toys, glass works, pottery, bath products, preserves, chocolates, baked goods, pesto, salsa, honey, and much more. There is also a kids’ activity tent and two acts of live music each week.

Public Mark�ets


Sunday Mark�et at Bastion SquareDATE: May 5 – September 29 (except June 2) | 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Bastion Square and Langley Street (across from The Bay Centre, between Government and Wharf Streets)

FOR MORE INFO: 250.885.1387 | www.bastionsquare.ca

The former Government Street Sunday Market with its fantastic farmers’ market has moved to Bastion Square and Langley Street on Sundays. This well-known market features an eclectic mix of arts, crafts, imports, vintage and entertainment. The farmers’ market features farmers selling their locally grown produce, homemade breads and pastries, preserves and chutneys, free range eggs, honey and much more.

Oak�lands Sunset Series: Farmers’ Mark�etDATE: June 12, 26 and July 10, 24 and August 14, 28 (Wednesdays)

4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Oaklands Community Centre, 1 – 2827 Belmont Avenue

FOR MORE INFO: 250.370.9101 | www.oaklandscommunitycentre.com/market

Every second and fourth Wednesday during the summer the Oaklands’ outdoor community farmers’ market will be in full swing! Enjoy browsing vendor tables for your weekly veggies, breads, granola, teas, and baked goods or treat yourself to a local handmade bag, wallet, jewelry and more! Local artists will host live entertainment. Fresh hot food and locally brewed beer will be available for purchase. The market will include kids’ activities, face-painting and information on food security.

Ship Point Night Mark�etDATE: June 14 – September 15 (Weekends) | 7 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Ship Point Pier, Inner Harbour

FOR MORE INFO: 250.383.8300 | www.victoriaharbour.org

The Night Market’s electric mixture of vendors and entertainment takes place this summer at Ship Point at Victoria’s Inner Harbour. This season, close to 75 vendors will be selling their crafts on the pier a few steps from the streets of downtown. The market showcases original art, high-quality handcrafted jewelry, soaps, souvenirs and more. Live music keeps the evening gently rolling, with musicians playing everything from classical to heavy rock in an acoustic setting. The Ship Point Night Market is a must when visiting Victoria.

Public Mark�ets


Chess in the SquareDATE: May 19 – September 1 | 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

LOCATION: CRD Square (Government and Fisgard Streets)

FOR MORE INFO: www.victoriajuniorchess.com

Participate in Giant Chess, Blitz, Learn to Play and casual games plus much more chess at Centennial Square. Presented by Victoria Junior Chess and sponsored by the City of Victoria. Free.

Dancing in the SquareDATE: July 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 12 | 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.


FOR MORE INFO: 250.721.JIVE | www.vbds.org

Enjoy free dance instruction followed by dancing to live music. Each week features a different dance. The event is presented by the City of Victoria and the Victoria Ballroom Dance Society.




July2 Continuum Consort Trio

3 Chris Millington Quartet

4 Bill Mulley Quartet

5 Angela Carter Quartet

8 Torben H-P Quartet

9 Kenny Shaw & Brian Temple

10 The O’Briens

11 John MacArthur Quartet

12 Boogaloo En Orbit

15 Lotus & The Waves

16 Raven Baroque

17 Eric & Friends

18 Marty & Randy

19 Michael Wood Band

22 Janalee’s Trio

23 Esterhazy Salon Orchestra

24 Dock Side Drive

25 All Dan’s Friends

26 Rob Bannister Tentet

29–31 Victoria Symphony Concerts

August1–2 Victoria Symphony Concerts

6 Jessica Stewart Few

7 Linda Walker Jazz Ensemble

8 Yiddish Columbia State Orchestra

9 Mark Reed & Friends

12–16 Flamenco Festival Concerts

19–23 Accordion Festival Concerts

26 Peter Dent Quartet

27 Windrift Wind Quintet

28 The Dream-A-Littles

29 Ivonne & Friends

30 Smooth Lunacy

Lunchtime ConcertsDATE/TIME: July 2 – September 27 (Weekdays) | Noon – 1 p.m.

LOCATION: Centennial Square, (Douglas Street and Pandora Avenue)


Enjoy your lunch breaks listening to an eclectic mix of live music at free Summer in the Square Lunchtime Concerts, presented by the City of Victoria.

CITYVibe is an annual publication that showcases the many spectacular City-sponsored and community-based arts and cultural outdoor events and summer festivals that are taking place in the Capital City.

Whether you’re discovering a new culture, relaxing or dancing to a range of music genres, or enjoying the many festivities offered downtown, there is something for everyone!

The festivals and celebrations showcased in the first section of this guide are recipients of the City of Victoria’s 2013 Festival Investment Grant. Over the past 14 years, the City has awarded $1.5 million to local non-profit arts and cultural organizations. The program is designed to nurture outdoor festivals and celebrations held within the Capital City, facilitate their growth and ensure their continued success.

Victoria’s public markets and City-sponsored summer concerts and events presented at the Cameron Bandshell in Beacon Hill Park and at Centennial Square are also listed.

New this year are listings for the festivals and sporting events taking place at Royal Athletic Park, Victoria’s outdoor sports stadium.

All of the event listings are available in the free CITYVibe iTunes app. Go to iTunes.com to download.

All content in this guide is distributed as information only, is correct at time of publishing and is subject to change without notice. The City of Victoria disclaims all responsibility and all liability you might incur as a result of the information being inaccurate or incomplete in any way, and for any reason.


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September3 Ivy’s Quintet

4 Nick La Riviere Septet

5 Swing Gitane

6 Monik Nordine Quartet

9 Dave Klinger

10 Banjo Jim

11 Colleen Eccleston & Friends

12 Rebop

13 Vancouver Island Quintet

16 Anita Bonkowski Quintet

17 Carol Sokoloff & Trio Espresso

18 Damian Graham Trio

19 Jon Miller Quartet

20 John MacArthur Trio

23 Sherry Clayton Quartet

24 Capital City Brass

25 West My Friend

26 Tom & Joey

27 Dave Paulson Quartet

Contact UsFor more information on the Festival Investment Grant program, contact:

Community Recreation CoordinatorCity of VictoriaE [email protected]

For general information, contact:

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For a directory of arts and culture organizations in Victoria, visit: www.ArtsVictoria.ca

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Produced by the city of Victoria VICTORIA’S GUIDE TO FESTIVALS AND OUTDOOR EVENTS IN 2013

What’s Inside:• Outdoor Festivals • Summer in the Square Lunchtime Concerts• Stage in the Park Concerts • Public Markets• CityVibe Map • Royal Athletic Park Festivals

and Sporting Events

For more information:City of Victoria Parks, Recreation and Culture Department

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