Food events on the island

Tue, Oct 20

Heather 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, Oct 20

Black Staff Lunch & Lounge

12:00 PM·University of Victoria

Clearihue (CLE) C117. Join an informal lunchtime gathering for Black staff to connect.

Tue, Oct 20

Forest Bathing with Tracey Cook

3:00 PM·University of Victoria

Finnerty Gardens, University Dr, Victoria, BC V8P 2R5. Bi-Weekly | Tuesday Meet at the Multifaith Centre before-hand.

Tue, Oct 20

Belonging Dinner | Cook. Taste. Connect.

4:00 PM·University of Victoria

Health & Wellness Building (HWB). Bi-Weekly | Tuesday Have you eaten yet? Come cook, share, and enjoy cultural comfort…

Tue, Oct 20

Pub Quiz Tuesday at Bartholomew's

7:00 PM·Inner 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…

Wed, Oct 21

Chat Coffee and Connect

1:00 PM·Campbell 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, Oct 21

Pet Café

2:00 PM·University of Victoria

Multifaith Centre. Weekly | Wednesday De-stress and make some friends. Visit Pet Café for cuddles with therapy dogs…

Wed, Oct 21

Inclusive Christians | Around the Table Campus Communion

5:00 PM·University of Victoria

Multifaith Centre. Weekly | Wednesday Gather for a simple Christian service of prayer, song, scripture, and…

Wed, Oct 21

Basics of Fermentation Workshop

5:30 PM·EJ Dunn Commercial Kitchen

EJ Dunn Commercial Kitchen. Join Monica Bradbury from EcoChef Academy in this hands-on workshop, participants will learn…

Wed, Oct 21

Victoria Older Women & Younger Men Speed Dating

7:00 PM·Swans 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…

Thu, Oct 22

Orbus Hosts Random Targeted Networking by Socialinks

4:00 PM·Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour

Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour - Fire & Water Restaurant. Join us for causal business social networking or participate…

Thu, Oct 22

Thursday Night VR Game Challenge

6:00 PM·Infusion Edutainment·$10

Infusion Edutainment. Get ready for the ultimate VR gaming showdown, where gamers of all skill levels unite for a…

Thu, Oct 22

Petrified Pub Crawl – Halloween Ghost Tour & Pub Crawl in Victoria, BC

7:00 PM·Victoria·$51.72

721 Government St. Explore Victoria’s haunted side on a 3-hour pub crawl with ghost stories, 3 historic pubs, food and…

Thu, Oct 22

Speed Dating | Ages 32-47 | Nanaimo

7:00 PM·The 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!

Fri, Oct 23

FYF - DIY Tote Bag & Yogurt Parfait

12:00 PM·University of Victoria

Jamie Cassels Centre (JCC). Looking to meet people, discover campus resources, or simply take a break between classes?

Fri, Oct 23

Build Your Little Salt Pig!

4:00 PM·Pacific Arts Market·$70.56

Pacific Arts Market. Sculpt your own Salt Pig in this fun ceramic workshop with Kim Burgess.

Fri, Oct 23

Soulful Spaces + Dinner

4:45 PM·University of Victoria

Multifaith Centre. Weekly | Friday Weekly, student-led discussions that explore personal & social issues through a…

Oct 23 – Oct 24

Crafted Farmhouse Market

5:00 PM·Mary Winspear Centre·$5

Crafted Farmhouse Market is a thoughtfully curated artisan market, lovingly showcasing a variety of hand crafted…

Fri, Oct 23

Live Music at the Bayside

5:30 PM·The Bayside Restaurant & Lounge

Bayside Restaurant & Lounge. Come and enjoy the best views in town while listening to local musicians. Every weekend at…

Fri, Oct 23

Music Trivia

6:00 PM·The 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…

Sat, Oct 24

Art 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…

Oct 24 – Oct 25

Halloween 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…

Oct 24 – Oct 25

METCHOSIN BEWITCHED MARKET

Metchosin Community Hall

Embrace your inner witch at our enchanted market featuring talented witches, makers & mystics! Free Admission! Witchy…

Sat, Oct 24

Qualicum Beach Farmers Market

8:30 AM·Qualicum Beach Community Hall

Qualicum Beach Community Hall / Veterans Way. Visit Qualicum Beach Farmers Market every Saturday from 8:30am-12pm, Year…

Sat, Oct 24

Let’s Talk Live: Saturday Morning Conversation and Connection

10:00 AM·Murchie's Tea & Coffee

murchies tea and coffee. Join us at Murchie’s Tea & Coffee every Saturday from 10AM–12PM for meaningful conversations…

Sat, Oct 24

Felted Friends Workshop: Rabbit or Octopus Edition

11:00 AM·Pacific Arts Market·$91.86

Pacific Arts Market. Needle‑felting workshop Oct 24! Create a Rabbit or Octopus with guided techniques, all supplies…

Sun, Oct 25

Chocolate – A Tasting Event

Crystal Garden

Over 40 of Canada’s top chocolatiers serving up irresistible chocolate creations that’ll have you melting with pleasure.

Sun, Oct 25

12th 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…

Sun, Oct 25

Speed Dating | Ages 32-47 | Victoria

7:00 PM·Swans Pub·$17.31-$38.61

Swans Pub. Single in Victoria? Tired of swiping? Join us for a romantic speed dating event at Swans Pub!

Sun, Oct 25

Halloween Themed Straight Speed Dating Ages 27- 39 Come Find Your Boo!

7:00 PM·Swans Pub·$27.96-$38.61

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…

Wed, Oct 28

Thesis & Dissertation Writers’ Retreat

1:00 PM·University of Victoria

Hickman (HHB) 128. Set aside dedicated time to make progress on your thesis or dissertation. Registration is required…

Wed, Oct 28

Fermented Beverages Workshop

5:30 PM·EJ Dunn Commercial Kitchen

EJ Dunn Commercial Kitchen. Dive into the refreshing craft of fermented beverages by learning how to make your own…

Wed, Oct 28

Wednesday Wine Club and Iconic Italian Wine Families

7:00 PM·Victoria·$38.85

854 Esquimalt Rd #102. This month we embark on tasting journey of Italian wines designed to captivate your tastebuds.

Thu, Oct 29

Post-doctoral Fellows Social

4:00 PM·University of Victoria

Grad House Restaurant.

Fri, Oct 30

FYF - DIY Tarot Card

12:00 PM·University of Victoria

Jamie Cassels Centre (JCC). Looking to meet people, discover campus resources, or simply take a break between classes?

Fri, Oct 30

The Fright Crawl | Victoria's Halloween Bar Crawl 2026

7:30 PM·Swans 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, Oct 30

HALLOWEEN FUNDRAISER - Open Mic/Karaoke + DJ Spine Hair

8:00 PM·The Gate House Theatre

The Gate House Theatre, 1705 Campbell Way, Port Mcneill. 🎃 HALLOWEEN FUNDRAISER AT THE GATEHOUSE THEATRE! 👻 Get ready…

Sat, Oct 31

WITCHCRAFTED Halloween Market

10:00 AM·Prospect Lake Community Hall

Step into the magick of All Hallows’ Eve at our spellbinding Halloween gathering! This spirited event will feature an…

Sat, Oct 31

Groove Kitchen's Halloween Grave Rave

7:30 PM·Hermann’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…

Oct 31 – Nov 1

Nightmares on Tap

9:00 PM·Victoria·$6.99-$29.36

CRAFT Beer Market Victoria Harbour. Ready for a frightfully good time? DJs, dancing, killer costumes, & wicked drinks…

Oct 31 – Nov 1

Halloween Club Night Courtenay

10:00 PM·Comox Valley

Night Owl Kitchen + Bar Courtenay. Halloween Club Night at Night Owl Courtenay Join us October 31 from 10 PM for a DJ…

Sun, Nov 1

Coastal 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…

May 2 – Oct 31

Victoria Farmers Market at Moss Street

10:00 AM·Victoria Farmers Market at Moss Street

We operate year-round, with over 30 local, organic farmers and another 140+ crafters, artisans, food and drink vendors…

Oct 1 – Nov 1

Ghostly 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…

Oct 13 – Oct 18

Grand Slam of Curling

8:00 AM·Save-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…

Oct 18 – Oct 24

Waste 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…

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…