Food events on the island
128 upcoming events, listed by the day they happen.
Monday, October 19
- Mon · Oct19Multifaith Food Share — Oct 19 – Oct 21
Multifaith Food Share
8:30 AMUniversity of Victoria
Weekly | Monday through Friday The food share program provides food for the UVic community through the Multifaith…
- Mon · Oct19Nourish + Flourish Relationship to GATHERING — Mon, Oct 19
Nourish + Flourish Relationship to GATHERING
4:30 PMUniversity of Victoria
Grad House Restaurant. Nourish + Flourish (N + F) is a student leadership program that builds community-based leadership…
Tuesday, October 20
Heather Ferguson & Tony Genge at The Palms Restaurant — Tue, Oct 20Heather Ferguson & Tony Genge at The Palms Restaurant
Victoria Hotel Rialto
Join Heather and Tony Genge at The Palms Restaurant at the Rialto Hotel on Oct 20. Just a little crooning as you enjoy a…
- Tue · Oct20Black Staff Lunch & Lounge — Tue, Oct 20
Black Staff Lunch & Lounge
12:00 PMUniversity of Victoria
Clearihue (CLE) C117. Join an informal lunchtime gathering for Black staff to connect.
- Tue · Oct20Forest Bathing with Tracey Cook — Tue, Oct 20
Forest Bathing with Tracey Cook
3:00 PMUniversity of Victoria
Finnerty Gardens, University Dr, Victoria, BC V8P 2R5. Bi-Weekly | Tuesday Meet at the Multifaith Centre before-hand.
- Tue · Oct20Belonging Dinner | Cook. Taste. Connect. — Tue, Oct 20
Belonging Dinner | Cook. Taste. Connect.
4:00 PMUniversity of Victoria
Health & Wellness Building (HWB). Bi-Weekly | Tuesday Have you eaten yet? Come cook, share, and enjoy cultural comfort…
Pub Quiz Tuesday at Bartholomew's — Tue, Oct 20Pub Quiz Tuesday at Bartholomew's
7:00 PMInner Harbour
Bartholomew’s Public House runs its weekly Pub Quiz every Tuesday from 7:00 to 10:00 PM, one block from Victoria’s Inner…
Wednesday, October 21
- Wed · Oct21Chat Coffee and Connect — Wed, Oct 21
Chat Coffee and Connect
1:00 PMCampbell River
When was the last time someone really listened to you? We live in a remarkable age. With a few taps on a screen, we can…
- Wed · Oct21Pet Café — Wed, Oct 21
Pet Café
2:00 PMUniversity of Victoria
Multifaith Centre. Weekly | Wednesday De-stress and make some friends. Visit Pet Café for cuddles with therapy dogs…
- Wed · Oct21Inclusive Christians | Around the Table Campus Communion — Wed, Oct 21
Inclusive Christians | Around the Table Campus Communion
5:00 PMUniversity of Victoria
Multifaith Centre. Weekly | Wednesday Gather for a simple Christian service of prayer, song, scripture, and…
- Wed · Oct21Basics of Fermentation Workshop — Wed, Oct 21
Basics of Fermentation Workshop
5:30 PMEJ Dunn Commercial Kitchen
EJ Dunn Commercial Kitchen. Join Monica Bradbury from EcoChef Academy in this hands-on workshop, participants will learn…
- Victoria Older Women & Younger Men Speed Dating — Wed, Oct 21
Victoria Older Women & Younger Men Speed Dating
7:00 PMSwans Pub$33.59
Swans Pub. Join us for a fun evening of speed dating. Go on short dates, and who knows, you might just meet that…
Thursday, October 22
- Orbus Hosts Random Targeted Networking by Socialinks — Thu, Oct 22
Orbus Hosts Random Targeted Networking by Socialinks
4:00 PMVictoria Marriott Inner Harbour
Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour - Fire & Water Restaurant. Join us for causal business social networking or participate…
Thursday Night VR Game Challenge — Thu, Oct 22Thursday Night VR Game Challenge
6:00 PMInfusion Edutainment$10
Infusion Edutainment. Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a…
- Petrified Pub Crawl – Halloween Ghost Tour & Pub Crawl in Victoria, BC — Thu, Oct 22
Petrified Pub Crawl – Halloween Ghost Tour & Pub Crawl in Victoria, BC
7:00 PMVictoria$51.72
721 Government St. Explore Victoria’s haunted side on a 3-hour pub crawl with ghost stories, 3 historic pubs, food and…
- Speed Dating | Ages 32-47 | Nanaimo — Thu, Oct 22
Speed Dating | Ages 32-47 | Nanaimo
7:00 PMThe Old City Station Pub$17.31-$38.61
The Old City Station Pub. Single in Nanaimo? Tired of swiping? Join us for a romantic speed dating event!
Friday, October 23
- Fri · Oct23FYF - DIY Tote Bag & Yogurt Parfait — Fri, Oct 23
FYF - DIY Tote Bag & Yogurt Parfait
12:00 PMUniversity of Victoria
Jamie Cassels Centre (JCC). Looking to meet people, discover campus resources, or simply take a break between classes?
- Build Your Little Salt Pig! — Fri, Oct 23
Build Your Little Salt Pig!
4:00 PMPacific Arts Market$70.56
Pacific Arts Market. Sculpt your own Salt Pig in this fun ceramic workshop with Kim Burgess.
- Fri · Oct23Soulful Spaces + Dinner — Fri, Oct 23
Soulful Spaces + Dinner
4:45 PMUniversity of Victoria
Multifaith Centre. Weekly | Friday Weekly, student-led discussions that explore personal & social issues through a…
Crafted Farmhouse Market — Oct 23 – Oct 24Crafted Farmhouse Market
5:00 PMMary Winspear Centre$5
Crafted Farmhouse Market is a thoughtfully curated artisan market, lovingly showcasing a variety of hand crafted…
- Fri · Oct23Live Music at the Bayside — Fri, Oct 23
Live Music at the Bayside
5:30 PMThe Bayside Restaurant & Lounge
Bayside Restaurant & Lounge. Come and enjoy the best views in town while listening to local musicians. Every weekend at…
- Fri · Oct23Music Trivia — Fri, Oct 23
Music Trivia
6:00 PMThe Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub
The Shady Waterfront Restaurant & Pub. Music Trivia Every Friday at 6:00 PM! Think you know your tunes? Test your music…
Saturday, October 24
Art of the Cocktail — Sat, Oct 24Art of the Cocktail
Crystal Garden
Don’t miss one of the most fun nights of the year! The 2026 ART OF THE COCKTAIL will once again deliver an evening of…
Halloween Market YYJ — Oct 24 – Oct 25Halloween Market YYJ
Da Vinci Centre$5
The 5th annual Halloween Market YYJ returns with the best of Victoria’s spooky creators, magic makers and more. Join us…
METCHOSIN BEWITCHED MARKET — Oct 24 – Oct 25METCHOSIN BEWITCHED MARKET
Metchosin Community Hall
Embrace your inner witch at our enchanted market featuring talented witches, makers & mystics! Free Admission! Witchy…
- Sat · Oct24Qualicum Beach Farmers Market — Sat, Oct 24
Qualicum Beach Farmers Market
8:30 AMQualicum Beach Community Hall
Qualicum Beach Community Hall / Veterans Way. Visit Qualicum Beach Farmers Market every Saturday from 8:30am-12pm, Year…
Let’s Talk Live: Saturday Morning Conversation and Connection — Sat, Oct 24Let’s Talk Live: Saturday Morning Conversation and Connection
10:00 AMMurchie's Tea & Coffee
murchies tea and coffee. Join us at Murchie’s Tea & Coffee every Saturday from 10AM–12PM for meaningful conversations…
- Felted Friends Workshop: Rabbit or Octopus Edition — Sat, Oct 24
Felted Friends Workshop: Rabbit or Octopus Edition
11:00 AMPacific Arts Market$91.86
Pacific Arts Market. Needle‑felting workshop Oct 24! Create a Rabbit or Octopus with guided techniques, all supplies…
Sunday, October 25
Chocolate – A Tasting Event — Sun, Oct 25Chocolate – A Tasting Event
Crystal Garden
Over 40 of Canada’s top chocolatiers serving up irresistible chocolate creations that’ll have you melting with pleasure.
12th Annual Thrifty Foods Wicked Victoria — Sun, Oct 2512th Annual Thrifty Foods Wicked Victoria
Bastion Square
Downtown Victoria’s Ultimate Halloween Festival! Join us for the 12th Thrifty Foods Wicked Victoria on Sunday, October…
- Speed Dating | Ages 32-47 | Victoria — Sun, Oct 25
Speed Dating | Ages 32-47 | Victoria
7:00 PMSwans Pub$17.31-$38.61
Swans Pub. Single in Victoria? Tired of swiping? Join us for a romantic speed dating event at Swans Pub!
- Halloween Themed Straight Speed Dating Ages 27- 39 Come Find Your Boo! — Sun, Oct 25
Halloween Themed Straight Speed Dating Ages 27- 39 Come Find Your Boo!
7:00 PMSwans Pub$27.96-$38.61
Monday, October 26
- Mon · Oct26EdCamp for 5 Days of Action — Mon, Oct 26
EdCamp for 5 Days of Action
University of Victoria
MacLaurin (MAC). Join a welcoming, participant-led EdCamp to explore how education can challenge oppression and build…
Wednesday, October 28
- Wed · Oct28Thesis & Dissertation Writers’ Retreat — Wed, Oct 28
Thesis & Dissertation Writers’ Retreat
1:00 PMUniversity of Victoria
Hickman (HHB) 128. Set aside dedicated time to make progress on your thesis or dissertation. Registration is required…
- Wed · Oct28Fermented Beverages Workshop — Wed, Oct 28
Fermented Beverages Workshop
5:30 PMEJ Dunn Commercial Kitchen
EJ Dunn Commercial Kitchen. Dive into the refreshing craft of fermented beverages by learning how to make your own…
- Wednesday Wine Club and Iconic Italian Wine Families — Wed, Oct 28
Wednesday Wine Club and Iconic Italian Wine Families
7:00 PMVictoria$38.85
854 Esquimalt Rd #102. This month we embark on tasting journey of Italian wines designed to captivate your tastebuds.
Thursday, October 29
- Thu · Oct29Post-doctoral Fellows Social — Thu, Oct 29
Post-doctoral Fellows Social
4:00 PMUniversity of Victoria
Grad House Restaurant.
Friday, October 30
- Fri · Oct30FYF - DIY Tarot Card — Fri, Oct 30
FYF - DIY Tarot Card
12:00 PMUniversity of Victoria
Jamie Cassels Centre (JCC). Looking to meet people, discover campus resources, or simply take a break between classes?
The Fright Crawl | Victoria's Halloween Bar Crawl 2026 — Fri, Oct 30The Fright Crawl | Victoria's Halloween Bar Crawl 2026
7:30 PMSwans Pub$18.18+
One wristband. 4+ of Victoria’s best bars. No cover at any of them. The Fright Crawl takes over Victoria on Friday…
- Fri · Oct30HALLOWEEN FUNDRAISER - Open Mic/Karaoke + DJ Spine Hair — Fri, Oct 30
HALLOWEEN FUNDRAISER - Open Mic/Karaoke + DJ Spine Hair
8:00 PMThe Gate House Theatre
The Gate House Theatre, 1705 Campbell Way, Port Mcneill. 🎃 HALLOWEEN FUNDRAISER AT THE GATEHOUSE THEATRE! 👻 Get ready…
Saturday, October 31
WITCHCRAFTED Halloween Market — Sat, Oct 31WITCHCRAFTED Halloween Market
10:00 AMProspect Lake Community Hall
Step into the magick of All Hallows’ Eve at our spellbinding Halloween gathering! This spirited event will feature an…
Groove Kitchen's Halloween Grave Rave — Sat, Oct 31Groove Kitchen's Halloween Grave Rave
7:30 PMHermann’s Jazz Club$29.36
IT’S HALLOWEEN SO GRAB YOUR CREEPIEST COSTUMES AND FREAK THE FUNK OUT WITH US!! Dance in your pants?? EXORCISE IT!! The…
- Nightmares on Tap — Oct 31 – Nov 1
Nightmares on Tap
9:00 PMVictoria$6.99-$29.36
CRAFT Beer Market Victoria Harbour. Ready for a frightfully good time? DJs, dancing, killer costumes, & wicked drinks…
- Halloween Club Night Courtenay — Oct 31 – Nov 1
Halloween Club Night Courtenay
10:00 PMComox Valley
Night Owl Kitchen + Bar Courtenay. Halloween Club Night at Night Owl Courtenay Join us October 31 from 10 PM for a DJ…
Sunday, November 1
Coastal Collector’s Market – Big Fall Bash — Sun, Nov 1Coastal Collector’s Market – Big Fall Bash
Mary Winspear Centre
100+ vendor tables Sports cards Pokémon, One Piece, MTG & other TCGs LEGO Vinyl records Toys, comics, collectibles and…
Running for a while
Victoria Farmers Market at Moss Street — May 2 – Oct 31Victoria Farmers Market at Moss Street
10:00 AMVictoria Farmers Market at Moss Street
We operate year-round, with over 30 local, organic farmers and another 140+ crafters, artisans, food and drink vendors…
Ghostly Walks - Halloween Tour — Oct 1 – Nov 1Ghostly Walks - Halloween Tour
Market Square$26+
On our annual Halloween tour, we make sure to tell many of our favourite gruesome tales but we also include new and…
Grand Slam of Curling — Oct 13 – Oct 18Grand Slam of Curling
8:00 AMSave-On-Foods Memorial Centre
The GSOC Invitational will feature 16 of the men’s and 16 of the women’s top teams from around the world, including…
Waste Reduction Week — Oct 18 – Oct 24Waste Reduction Week
Port Hardy
Waste Reduction Week | October 18 – 24 This week, we’re shining a spotlight on Waste Reduction Week ! It’s a great…
- Sun · Oct1814th Annual Stocktober Fundraiser and Food Drive — Oct 18 – Oct 31
14th Annual Stocktober Fundraiser and Food Drive
University of Victoria
The 14 th annual Stocktober Fundraiser and Food Drive kicks off on Thursday, Oct. 1! You have until Saturday, Oct. 31…
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