Swiftsure International Yacht Race

From May 26 - 30, this premier long distance sailing race takes place, attracting competitiors from as far as New Zealand.  Watch from the Inner Harbour at Swiftsure Centre, enjoy live music, and more.  Click here for more information.

Also, the first of the Victoria Harbour Festival markets will take place all weekend at Ship Point pier - food trucks, music, beer garden, and local artists!  Click here for more information.

New Exhibits

• Summer of Discovery - Maritime Museum of BC - May 26 - September 30, 2016
• Mammoths: Giants of the Ice Age - Royal BC Museum - June 3 - December 31, 2016

Goose Island Beer Co. Victoria Launch Party

On May 27 at 5 pm, the brewers and educators from Goose Island Beer Co. in Chicago are hosting a launch party at Yates Street Taphouse.  Victoria beer fans will have a chance to sample a variety of distinct and rare Goose Island beers that will be available on all taps for the night, including: Endless IPA, Four Star Pils, and 312.  Click here for more information.

The Figure in Clay Sculpture Show

Join Dales Gallery on the weekend of May 27 - 29 for a celebration of scuptural achievements!  Discover the process of learning the classical art of figurative sculpture through student studies in anatomy, portraiture, and the figure.  Click here for more information.

19th Annual French Fest

On May 28 & 29, La Société francophone de Victoria is proud to present French Fest in Centennial Square.  Enjoy live music, Francophone artisans, face painting, balloon art, games, and more.  Click here for more information.

The Great Gatsby Gala

This fabulous Great Gatsby-themed event takes place May 28 at the Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour in support of Special Olympics Victoria.  The event includes a gourmet buffet dinner, cocktails, live music, dancing, live/silent auctions, and many more surprises.  Click here for more information.

Folk Show Sundays

Folk Show Sundays happen the last Sunday of every month at the Victoria Event Centre.  On May 29, at 6 pm, enjoy an evening of music, drinks, prizes, and good ol' fashion fun.  The lineup features: Growling Bellows, Vic Horvath, and Trifaucis.  Click here for more information.

The Victoria Magic Circle's 50th Anniversary Magic Spectacular!

Celebrating their 50th anniversary in Victoria, the Magic Circle has invited eight of the finest Wizards of the West Coast to be a part of this spectacular.  Many different styles of magic and illusion will be on display in these performances - from intimate sleight of hand to hilarious comedy magic to stunning large scale illusions.  

The Magic Spectacular takes place on May 29 at 7 pm, at the McPherson Playhouse.  Click here for more information.

Lunch-Time Vocal Recital

On June 1, from 12:15 - 12:45 pm, the Sequoia Women's Ensemble will perform at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church.  Sequoia is a small, conductorless group of experienced vocalists who sing beautiful harmonies in a variety of styles.  Click here for more information.

Tessier's Witbier Launch

On June 2, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm, Swan's Brewpub is hosting a launch event with free tasters for a new summer beer.  Tessier's Witbier is a Belgian style ale brewed with malted wheat, orange peel, coriander, and secret spice. Click here for more information.

Die Fledermaus

See Johann Strauss' supreme example of a Viennese operetta, Die Fledermaus, at the McPherson Playhouse on June 2 and 3, performed by the grade five students of St. Michael's University School (SMUS).  This is the 10th opera that SMUS has taken on with their junior school.  Click here for more information.

Best in Show - The Dog Show For Mutts

The Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort & Spa welcomes all animal lovers to this fun charity dog show on June 4 (registration 11:30 am - 12:30 pm, show at 1 pm).  Bring the entire family, including your dog, for fun, food, exhibits, and activities.  Contest categories include: best dressed, most endearing rescue dog, best trick, cutest puppy, cutest male dog, cutest female dog, and most original hair.  Click here for more information.

Robert Cameron Law Cycling Series

Cheer on racers at this cycling event at the BC Legislature on June 5.  With three events to check out, there's lots of racing action to enjoy!  Click here for more information.

Improv Cabaret

Visit the Victoria Event Centre at 8 pm on June 5 for a great evening of Improv!  The Improv Cabaret takes place on the first Sunday of every month and is hosted by improv guru Dave Morris. Click here for more information. 

The Unlimited Woman Awards

The 2016 yoUnlimited Woman Awards will be held on Monday, June 6, at the Victoria Conference Centre at 7 pm.  These awards recognize women in Victoria in a number of different categories at an evening event.  The evening also features performances in dance, spoken word, and female vocalist.  Click here for more information.

Peace Dancer Book Launch

Join Munro's Books on June 8 at 7 pm for a book launch and storytelling evening.  This special event celebrates acclaimed artist Roy Henry Vickers' 70th birthday and the launch of Peace Dancer (the 4th and final book in the bestselling Northwest Coast Legends series).  Enjoy captivating live storytelling, ancient legends, and a slice of birthday cake at this free event. Click here for more information.

Read & Win

Would you like to win two tickets to "An Evening with Ana Popovic", part of the Victoria Jazz Festival?

All correct answers recieved before 12 noon on Friday, May 28, will be entered into a random draw.

What is the name of the vocal group performing at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church?

Answer by reply email or send your response to alison@downtownvictoria.ca, to be entered to win.