Arts & Culture
Below are information about arts and cultural activities including online free entertainment and activities for kids.
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Pet-A-Palooza Victoria
Pet-A-Palooza is a free social event for dogs and their people taking place on Saturday, August 13 from 10:00am-4:00pm. Join for a day of photo booths, yoga with adoptable puppies, dog races, pet related exhibitions and food trucks. Tickets must be reserved online in...
Free painting class with Palak Dhorajiya
Artist Palak Dhorajiya is hosting free online art classes for teens and adults. Participants will learn how to paint nature landscapes and blend colours. All levels artistic abilities are welcome. This event is hosted on multiple dates. Please see the website for more...
Victoria driftwood artist launches exhibit to support SPCA
Victoria driftwood artist, Breanna Beckett, is launching an exhibit of her unique sculptures made from wood and recyclable materials at the Gage Gallery downtown Victoria along with her Champion for Animals fundraiser. 25% of the proceeds from the exhibit will be...
Chinese Canadian Journeys in Victoria exhibition
“First Steps: Chinese Canadian Journeys in Victoria” is a temporary exhibition located in Fan Tan Alley. It is produced by Chinese Canadian Museum, in cooperation with Victoria Chinatown Museum Society. Admission is by donation and the exhibition runs from...
Virtual job workshops with worklink
WorkLink Employment Society is an organization that provides employment services to residents of Colwood, Langford, Highlands, View Royal, Metchosin, Sooke and Indigenous communities. They provide free virtual workshops throughout the month to improve your job seeking...
Indigenous Plant Walk (past event)
On Saturday, May 28th from 1 pm to 3 pm, join PEPAḴIYE Ashley Cooper in exploring the native plants that dwell in Victoria at the Compost Education Centre and learn about their traditional uses. Tickets range from $0 to $30. There are a limited number of Pay What You...
Equine-assisted learning (EAL) for W̱SÁNEĆ FN Communities (past event)
This is a free 5-week program from April 13th - May 11th, every Wednesday at 1pm - 2:15pm. EAL is a small group experiential learning program that uses horses to teach essential skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, negotiation and leadership. Check...
Pacific Association of First Nations Women
The Pacific Association of First Nations Women advocates for systems change and provide Indigenous, culturally safe learning and offer holistic supports to uplift Indigenous women and strengthen families. They host events (found in the "upcoming events" section on...
Free Online Painting and Art Classes
Palak Studioink is hosting free online painting and art classes. All ages are welcome. The event requires preregistration at the website below and you are responsible for bringing your own supplies. This event is happening on multiple dates ongoing. Website:...