Events & Promotions
Birthday Party – June 28th
Victoria Stampede – July 5th
Beach Day – July 19th
Garden Party – August 9th
Octoberfest – September 20th
$5 cover for entry!
Enjoy local talent for free outside Market Square!
Location: Front Gate on Johnson Street
Enjoy shopping from local vendors and supporting small businesses from 11am to 4pm
LOCATION: Lower courtyard
Intrepid Theatre presents the Fringe Preview. Enjoy teasers of performances throughout the Fringe Festival in the lower courtyard.
Entry is FREE
Located in the lower courtyard from 12pm to 8pm.
Located in the lower courtyard enjoy yoga at 11am to 12pm
Also enjoy homemade wellness gifts, craft vendors and healthy snacks.
Located in unit #120 at 560-Johnson Street
Shop high quality lost and found items from over 60 hotels, including Fairmont Empress, Delta Ocean Point, Fairmont Whistler and more!
Every dollar helps Soap For Hope Canada provide hygiene products for people in need.
Asia in Victoria and the Victoria Downtown Resident Association will be putting on an exciting cultural event. Enjoy Karaoke, Tai Chi and more in the lower courtyard.
The Market Square courtyard transformed into a foodie paradise with a dozen stations, each pairing a local culinary maestro with a top-notch brewery.
Thirsty Chef isn’t just about good times—it’s also about giving back. This year, we’re raising funds for the Victoria Cool Aid Society, making every sip and bite count towards a great cause.
Location: Lower Courtyard
Once completed it will be displayed in the new Garth Homer Society Housing at Nigel Valley in Saanich (next to Saanich District Hall).
It is also completely free!
April 4th
April 11th
April 18th
April 25th
May 2nd
May 9th
May 16th
May 23rd
May 30th
Join us for a tail-waggin’ good time with the Paw Patrol crew!
Snap pics, share high-fives, and meet your favorite rescue pups in person!
No job’s too big; no pup’s too small — see you there!
Location: Lower Courtyard – No reservation required
Enter the raffle to support the Habitat Trust Bat Program
1pm to 6pm
Bring a piece of clothing to refresh with a custom print for $5
No item? No worries – find something in store and donate 10% of your purchase to Surfrider
The Ocean Artist will be on the upper walkway from doing live art on location.
Paintings and prizes can be found at Whistle Buoy Brewing and Victoria Chinatown Museum.
Join Pacific FC players & staff as we celebrate the start of the 2025 CPL Season. Be the first to see their new 2025 Primary Kit and enjoy the festivities such as a soccer pitch set up, live music, meet the players and more!
The 2025 Wounded Warrior Run BC will take place from February 23 to March 2 across Vancouver Island, aiming to support mental health programs by Wounded Warriors Canada for First Responders, Veterans, and their families. The run covers 800 kilometers from Port Hardy to Victoria in eight days.
At Market Square there will be speeches from the Police Chief, Mayor Alto and others. There will also be the location of friends and family to welcome the runner’s home with a military band entrance.
For more information about the run and how you can donate, please follow the link here: https://woundedwarriorrunbc.ca/
A Run North book launch and photography opening.
Books and prints will be available for purchase.
Tourist Wine Bar and Fizz Bottle Shop will be serving drinks.
Location: #120-560 Johnson Street
Hours:
Feb 21st 6pm to 8pm
Feb 22nd 10am to 5pm
Feb 23rd 10am to 4pm
Location: #120-560 Johnson Street
EXTENDED until Thursday February 13
Step into “Where We Gather”—a pop-up event celebrating connection, artistry, and the brands that inspire the way we gather.
Experience a curated pop-up boutique where design meets intentional living, showcasing non-alcoholic drinks, floral installations, vintage, and more—all from brands redefining how we gather.
Location: #120-560 Johnson Street
$5 RSVP Required – limited spots, don’t miss out
Bold pours, curated spaces, and the kind of party that makes you linger.
Enjoy live music and food provided from Dumpling Drop. Also, enjoy fresh beverages from Whistle Buoy including a new collab release with Dumpling Drop.
Explore stunning art installations, try your hand at some games, and win cool prizes.
Free entry, family (and dog) friendly, heaters on, good times guaranteed, no passport needed.
The Dancing Lily and Jodi Bryans Warehouse sale is back at Market Square.
Friday Jan 17: 11:30AM to 5:30PM
Saturday Jan 18: 11:30AM to 5:30PM
Sunday Jan 19: 11:30AM to 5:00PM
** if you cannot make these hours please contact The Dancing Lily.
Located in #120-560 Johnson Street they will be selling clothing items as low as $5.