June in Victoria is a month that builds and builds—from garden tours and solstice feasts to 10 straight days of jazz filling the city's stages and streets. Community markets are in full swing, local students are taking their final bows of the season, and the warmer evenings invite you to linger a little longer over live music, good food, and the particular pleasure of a city that knows how to celebrate summer.

Moss Street Market | Moss Street | Every Saturday in June | 10am-2pm

Victoria's premier farmers market brings together more than 100 vendors, including local and organic farmers, bakers, crafters, brewers, distillers, and more every Saturday through the season. [Free]

James Bay Community Market | James Bay | Every Saturday, June 6-27 | 9am-3pm

Now in its 30th year, this lively neighbourhood market gathers more than 60 vendors selling fresh produce, prepared foods, handmade goods, and more, with free live music every week. [Free]

Ocean Week Victoria | Various locations | May 30-June 8

A community-wide collaboration bringing together educational and recreational events for all ages to explore and celebrate the ocean right on Victoria's doorstep. [Check website for individual event details.]

The Don Leppard Jazz Orchestra | The Coda | June 1 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

The Don Leppard Jazz Orchestra delivers an evening of big band music spanning timeless jazz standards and hard-hitting modern arrangements, with a thunderous rhythm section and a cast of brilliant soloists. [19+, $25]

The Final Wave: Night of Vocal Jazz | The Coda | June 2 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

Oak Bay High School's Jazz Wave ensemble performs jazz standards and contemporary pop alongside a live jazz combo featuring Victoria pianist Tom Vickery in an all-ages year-end celebration. [All ages, $10]

Vertical Performing Arts Year-End Performance | Mary Winspear Centre | June 3-4 | Doors 5:30pm, show 6pm

Vertical Performing Arts closes out the 2025-26 season with a two-night showcase of student work. [Adult $27, youth 12 and under $23]

Sea Glass Jewellery Workshop | Crystal Pool and Fitness Centre | June 3 | 2-3:15pm

A hands-on wire wrapping workshop using locally sourced sea glass to create a wearable piece of jewelry, with all supplies included and no experience necessary. [$30 plus tax]

The Invitation Series 1: Steve Kaldestad and Owen Chow | The Coda | June 3 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

The first in a series of concerts pairing Montreal and BC jazz musicians, this evening brings together saxophonist Steve Kaldestad and guitarist Owen Chow to celebrate the breadth and depth of Canadian jazz. [19+, $30]

Winds and Brass Collage Concert | Alix Goolden Performance Hall | June 3 | 7-8:30pm

Victoria Conservatory of Music winds and brass students from beginner to emerging professional level share the Alix Goolden stage in a diverse showcase of solo and chamber performances. [Admission by donation]

Taylor: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift Music | Royal Theatre | June 3 | 7pm

Performer Josette leads an international band and dancers through more than 20 Taylor Swift hits spanning every era of her career, with sparkly costumes and full stage production. [$57.25]

Singer Songwriter Showcase Session 10 | The Coda | June 4 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

Three local singer-songwriters—Mat Geddes, Brent "Sugarlump" Applegath, and Shannon Sargent—share the bar stage in a monthly showcase celebrating original music and the soul of Victoria's local music scene. [19+, $20]

1999: The Ultimate Prince Experience | Royal Theatre | June 4 | 7pm

Multi-instrumentalist Dale Ray leads an eight-piece band in a world-class theatrical tribute to Prince, featuring iconic songs, bespoke costuming, and a full-sensory production. [$68-$78]

SMUS Jr School: Wizard of Oz Jr. | McPherson Playhouse | June 4-5 | 7pm

St. Michael’s University School's junior students bring the classic story of courage, heart, and finding your way home to the McPherson stage. [$27.25; child $20.25]

64th Oak Bay Tea Party | Willows Beach | June 5-7 | From 4pm (June 5); 10am (June 6-7)

One of Victoria's most cherished annual community traditions returns to Willows Beach for the Victoria long weekend, featuring rides, activities, and fundraising for local service organizations. [Check website for details.]

Book Presentation: Turmoil with Michael Layland | Maritime Museum of BC | June 5 | 2:30-3:30pm

Award-winning author Michael Layland discusses the remarkable life of Philip Hankin, a 19th-century figure whose story intersects BC colonial history and a long-lost Indigenous language record. [Free with museum admission]

Kitchen Herb Planter Workshop | VI Plant Shop | June 5 | 5:30-6:30pm

A casual hands-on workshop where participants choose five herbs or edible flowers and pot them up to take home, with care guidance and a 20% in-store discount included. [$46.20]

Horny Jazz featuring Heather Ferguson | The Coda | June 5 | Doors 6:30pm, show 7-8:30pm

Vocalist Heather Ferguson doubles down on the horns with a band including guest trumpeter Muneeb Hermans from South Africa for an evening of smouldering jazz standards, vocalese, and original work. [19+, $25]

Unwind and Create: Friday Night Art Journalling Workshop | Hanna Kaye Art Therapy and Counselling | June 5 | 6:30-8pm

Art therapist Hanna Kaye Verhagen guides a small group through collage, colour, and mark-making in a relaxed Friday evening session. Each participant will leave with their own art journal. [$55, limited to 8 participants]

Argentine Tango for Beginners | Various | June 5-July 10 | 6:30-7:30pm

A six-week progressive introduction to Argentine tango covering both lead and follow roles, designed for complete beginners and running every Friday through the summer. [$100 for the series, pre-registration required]

Summer Social Vintage Fair and Makers Market | Da Vinci Centre | June 6 | 9am-4pm

More than 70 vendors dealing in vintage clothing, mid-century modern, collectibles, vinyl, handmade goods, art, and more, with a live lunchtime set from Dogwood of Dogwood and The Shakers at 12:30pm. [$5; 12 and under free with paid adult]

Spring Student Showcase | The Coda | June 6 | Doors 1pm, show 1:30-3pm

Students of local music teachers Alli Bean and Rebecca Mason share the bar stage in an all-ages afternoon showcase of their favourite repertoire. [All ages, $25]

Victoria Children's Choir: 25 Years of Musical Transformation | Alix Goolden Performance Hall | June 6-7 | 2-4pm

The Victoria Children's Choir marks its 25th anniversary season with a signature spring concert featuring all four of its ensembles alongside special guests from Pacific Opera Victoria, performing works by Schumann, Copland, Puccini, and more. [Check venue for tickets/price.]

Island Song Spring Choir Concert: Dynamic Duos | Mary Winspear Centre | June 6 | Doors 2:30pm, show 3pm

The Saanich Peninsula's non-auditioned women's pop choir celebrates the power of partnership with a program of famous duets and iconic musical pairings, with a food bank donation drive in the lobby. [Adult $25, youth 12 and under $15]

Saltwater Tongues: Community Art and Poetry Night | Caffe Fantastico | June 6 | 6:30-9pm

Georgia Strait Alliance and community partners host an evening of poetry, creative expression, and conversation about the Salish Sea, climate, and coastal community resilience. [Free]

SWANG THANG with Bill Johnson | The Coda | June 6 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

Victoria's high-energy vintage swing and blues quintet brings echoes of B.B. King, Louis Jordan, and Duke Ellington to the bar stage with infectious grooves and irresistible swagger. [19+, $15; $20 at door]

Forbidden Nights: Sexy Circus | McPherson Playhouse | June 6 | 7:30pm

Fresh from Britain's Got Talent, the UK's Forbidden Nights male revue brings its West End production to Victoria with acrobatic choreography, theatrical spectacle, and a signature shower scene. [19+, from $43.25]

Victoria Philharmonic Choir: The Seasons | Christ Church Cathedral | June 6 | Pre-show talk 6:50pm, concert 7:30pm

Conductor Peter Butterfield leads the Victoria Philharmonic Choir, orchestra, and three soloists in a rarely performed performance of Haydn's magnificent secular oratorio celebrating the cycles of nature and human life. [Check venue for tickets/price.]

John Lee Trio | Fathom Lounge | June 6 | 7:30-10pm

Nanaimo-born multi-instrumentalist John Lee, one of Canada's most acclaimed young jazz artists, brings his trio to the Fathom Lounge for an intimate evening of contemporary jazz. [Check venue for tickets/price.]

Lobsterfest Plus | Mary Winspear Centre | June 6 | 6pm

The Rotary Club of Sidney by the Sea's 12th annual sell-out fundraiser returns with a choice of fresh Atlantic lobster, Vancouver Island crab, or prime rib, plus silent and live auctions and live music from The Haven. [Check venue for tickets/price.]

RBC Race for the Kids | Victoria | June 7

BC's largest family fun run returns to support BC Children's Hospital, bringing together participants of all ages for a community celebration of child health and resilience. [Check website for registration details.]

Printmaking in the Orchard | Welland Legacy Park and Community Orchard | June 7 | 1-3pm

A hands-on outdoor workshop introducing linocut stamp carving and collagraph printing, with participants creating nature-inspired designs to print on a tote bag to take home. [Sliding scale pricing, by donation tickets available]

Sunday Afternoon Milonga | The Coda | June 7 | Doors 12:30pm, show 12:30-3:30pm

Victoria's Sunday Argentine tango social returns with an earlier start time this week, with TDJ Helen Prince on the decks for an afternoon of close-embrace dancing. [19+, $15]

Roscoe James Irwin | The Coda | June 7 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

Australian trumpet player and singer Roscoe James Irwin, known for his work with The Cat Empire, brings his raucous soul and jazz sound to Victoria, joined by local musicians and special guests. [19+, $20; $25 at door]

Trans-Canada Highwaymen | McPherson Playhouse | June 7 | 8pm

Supergroup featuring Moe Berg of The Pursuit of Happiness, Chris Murphy of Sloan, Craig Northey of Odds, and Steven Page of Barenaked Ladies performs their own classic hits alongside a set of beloved Canadian rock covers. [From $41.75]

Jazz Will Survive | The Coda | June 8 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

The Island Big Band's 18-piece orchestra marks a season finale and a new beginning at The Coda, with vocalist Stephanie Greaves and host Camil Bouchard joining for a tribute to Victoria's live jazz tradition. [19+, $25]

Beatlemania! The Liverpool 4 | McPherson Playhouse | June 9 | 7:30pm

Canada's long-running Beatles tribute act takes audiences on a two-set journey from the Ed Sullivan era through Let It Be with impeccable musicianship and the cheeky humour of the Fab Four. [$60]

Mount Douglas Secondary Jazz Ensembles | The Coda | June 9 | Doors 6:30pm, show 7-9pm

Three talented jazz ensembles from Mount Douglas Secondary School swing the main stage with a program of big band-inspired music. [All ages, $10]

Oak Bay Night Market | Oak Bay Village | June 10 | 4-8pm

Oak Bay Village transforms into a European-style street market with local produce, artisan goods, live music, and activities. Participating merchants will remain open late with special deals and tastings. [Free]

Laura Hickli and FACT Canadian Tour with SISSYFUSS | The Coda | June 10 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

A triple bill spanning dark art pop, free jazz, and indie pop, headlined by internationally touring Calgary singer-songwriter Laura Hickli, signed to New York's Ba Da Bing Records. [19+, $15]

Pre-Summer Paint n' Sip | Paul Phillips Hall | June 10 | Doors 6pm, 6:30-8pm

A guided acrylic painting evening in Little Fernwood with step-by-step instruction, all supplies included, and bubble tea available throughout. [$41, all ages]

FLOW: Canadian Film Premiere | The Vic Theatre | June 10 | 6:30-9pm

The Canadian premiere of this Victoria-produced documentary exploring the lives of women in adventure sports, including kayaking, climbing, and highlining. The co-creators are scheduled to attend from Czechia and the US. [Check venue for tickets/price.]

The Invitation Series 2: Bill Coon and Jesse Cahill | The Coda | June 11 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

The second in the series pairing Montreal and BC jazz musicians, this evening brings together guitarist Bill Coon and drummer Jesse Cahill for another celebration of the best in Canadian jazz. [19+, $30]

Faceted Ceramic Forms | Alchemy Art Center | June 11 | 6-9pm

Visiting artist Maya Koneval teaches wheel throwers how to add texture and movement to their ceramic forms through faceting, a technique rooted in Japanese tea ware traditions, with participants leaving with two to five finished pieces. [Sliding scale pricing]

Pastel Blank and Nora Kelly Band | The Coda | June 12 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

Montreal-Victoria indie act Pastel Blank, whose debut LP blends post-punk, funk, and maximalist pop, shares the bar stage with Nora Kelly Band, whose Mint Records album pushes the boundaries of alternative country with cinematic flair. [19+, $15]

Passion and Performance: Spring Showcase 2026 | McPherson Playhouse | June 13 | 6pm

An annual dance showcase celebrating 15 years with an electrifying lineup of jazz, tap, hip hop, ballet, heels, lyrical, and more. [19+, from $30]

June Weekend Wheel | Alchemy Art Center | June 13-14 | 1-4pm

A two-day introductory pottery workshop offering participants a hands-on chance to try wheel-throwing. [$135.81]

Psychic and Spiritual Arts Fair | Mary Winspear Centre | June 13 | 10am

Metaphysical practitioners, tarot readers, energy healers, crystal vendors, and wellness product sellers gather for a day of spiritual arts and alternative medicine. [$10 at door]

Edible Flower Gardening Workshop | Patio Gardens | June 13 | 10am-12pm

Lynda Dowling of Happy Valley Lavender and Herb Farm leads a hands-on workshop on growing and eating edible flowers, with participants making a flower salad and herbal vinegar dressing to take home. [Check venue for tickets/price.]

Plant Identification | Compost Education Centre | June 13 | 1-3pm

Herbalist and Pacific Rim College dean Lindsay introduces participants to plant anatomy, basic botany language, and the use of identification keys, with hands-on practice in the gardens. [Check venue for tickets/price; pay-what-you-can options available.]

Strings Showcase Concert | Alix Goolden Performance Hall | June 13 | 3-4:30pm

The final strings showcase of the year features solo and ensemble performances by Victoria Conservatory of Music students and faculty across a rich and diverse program. [Admission by donation]

Plastic Meat featuring Andi Stewart | The Coda | June 13 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

Local improvisers take inspiration from musician Andi Stewart's original songs in real time, creating comedy scenes drawn from the lyrics and stories behind the music. [19+, $20]

Hecklers Presents: Dan Quinn | Hecklers Bar & Grill | June 13 | 8pm

Canadian comedian Dan Quinn takes the Hecklers stage for a night of standup as part of the venue's weekly showcase. [$24]

Caliente Salsa Saturdays | Studio 4 Athletics | June 13 | Doors 8:15pm

A beginner salsa lesson at 8:30pm leads into a night of dancing to salsa, bachata, merengue, and cha cha cha until midnight, with no partner or experience required. [16+, $15 cash at door]

Canadian Beauty: A Grateful Dead Tribute | The Coda | June 13 | Doors 9pm, show 9:30pm-1:30am

Victoria's beloved Grateful Dead tribute act brings its improvisational, harmony-rich sound to the main stage alongside KC's Liquid Light Show, with a unique setlist every time. [19+, $30]

Retromania: Romeo + Juliet 30th Anniversary | The Vic Theatre | June 14 | 19+, $14.29

Baz Luhrmann's electrifying modernized Shakespeare comes back to the big screen for its 30th anniversary, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes in a bold, visually stunning celebration of romance and tragedy. [19+, $14.29 plus service fee]

Veselka Ukrainian Dancers: 55th Annual Year End Show | McPherson Playhouse | June 14 | 2pm

Veselka Ukrainian Dancers mark 55 years with their annual year-end showcase of traditional Ukrainian dance. [$34.75]

Alfie Zappacosta featuring Tom Arntzen | The Coda | June 14 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

Two-time Juno Award winner Alfie Zappacosta brings his rich, soaring vocals and five decades of songcraft to the bar stage, drawing from pop, jazz, and rock across a catalogue that includes hits written with David Foster. [19+, $40]

All Together Now Sings Bruce Springsteen | The Coda | June 15 | Doors 7pm, show 7:30-9:30pm

Marc Jenkins' drop-in community choir returns for its 10th anniversary season finale, teaching participants harmony arrangements of Dancing in the Dark and other classics. No experience required. [19+, $15]

Reynolds Secondary Night of Vocal Jazz | The Coda | June 16 | Doors 5:30pm, show 6-8pm

Reynolds Secondary's vocal jazz ensembles close out the festival season with an all-ages showcase featuring jazz standards, pop arrangements, and live combos spanning funk, Latin, swing, and blues. [All ages, $10]

Gorge Farmers Market | Gorge Park | Every Monday, June 16-Sept. 22 | 4:30-7:30pm

A Monday evening market at Gorge Park with farm-fresh produce, local crafts, food trucks, and live music every week through the summer. [Free]

Clarinet Choir Open House | Victoria Conservatory of Music | June 16 | 7-8:30pm

An open sight-reading session for anyone curious about joining the VCM Clarinet Choir, with all materials provided, and drop-ins welcome. [Free]

Bonnie Raitt: Live 2026 | Royal Theatre | June 17 | 7:30pm

Thirteen-time Grammy winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Bonnie Raitt brings her singular blend of blues, R&B, and rock to the Royal Theatre with special guest Jon Cleary. [From $96.75]

Wednesday Wine Club: French Fling | Cask and Keg Liquor Store | June 17 | 7-8:30pm

A tasting tour through six French wines spanning the north, the Rhône Valley, the south, and Bordeaux, served alongside cheese and charcuterie. [$37]

Afternoon Tea for SV Dorothy | Royal Victoria Yacht Club | June 18 | 3-5pm

A fundraising afternoon tea celebrating the start of the summer season for SV Dorothy, the oldest Canadian sailboat still sailing, with stories of her adventures in the Salish Sea. [$27 per person; table of 8 for $200]

John Butler Band | McPherson Playhouse | June 18 | 8pm

Australian roots rock legend John Butler brings his ferocious new band to Victoria in support of his latest album PRISM, promising two-plus hours of alt-rock, heartfelt ballads, groove-laden jams, and his iconic instrumental Ocean. [From $74]

Brew School: The Hoptometrist | Vessel Liquor | June 18 | 7-8:30pm

An educational tasting focused on hoppy beer styles, exploring how brewers use hops to create a dynamic spectrum of aroma and flavour across modern and classic styles. [$26.25]

Rainbow Kitchen Fundraiser with Dan Duvall | Hecklers Bar & Grill | June 18 | 8pm

A comedy night raising funds for The Rainbow Kitchen, with standup from Dan Duvall. [$25]

TD Victoria International JazzFest | Various venues | June 19-28

Victoria's longest-running professional music festival returns for its 42nd year with 10 days of jazz and associated genres in the heart of the city, drawing more than 40K attendees from across the region and beyond. [Check website for individual event details.]

KAOS Solstice | The Coda | June 19 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

A solstice celebration showcasing original underground acts from the Victoria music scene, brought to the bar stage by Quebec City-born collective Kaos Ctrl. [19+, $15]

Hecklers 4th Annual Pig Roast | Hecklers Bar & Grill | June 19 | 6pm

Hecklers' popular annual pig roast returns with tacos while they last and limited seating for a fun Friday evening. [$20]

An Evening with Judy Collins | Mary Winspear Centre | June 19 | Doors 7pm, show 7:30pm

Folk legend Judy Collins brings her luminous voice and 50-album body of work to Sidney for an intimate evening presented by the Seaside Music Festival. [$72.45]

Watermelon Crawl: The 90s Country Experience | The Coda | June 19 | Doors 9pm, show 9:30pm-1am

A high-energy live country dance party celebrating the greatest hits of 1990s country, with a free line dancing lesson before the band takes the stage. [19+, $25]

The Pinecone and The Pen | Carr House National Historic Site | June 20 | 10am-12pm

Writing instructor Sue Scott leads a morning workshop inspired by Emily Carr's connection to the natural world, guiding participants through nature-focused writing exercises in a supportive and creative space. [$43.93]

Soroptimist Westshore Garden Tour | Royal Bay Secondary School hub | June 20 | 10am-4pm

A self-guided tour through six rarely opened private gardens in Colwood, View Royal, and Metchosin, with an artisan market and master gardeners on site. Proceeds support programs for women and girls in the community. [$18-$45]

Victoria Wingstock 2026 | The Roundhouse | June 20 | 1-4pm

The Victoria Firefighters Association's third annual wing festival returns with chicken wings, craft beverages from BC producers, and live music from Luke Lampard, raising funds for local charities. [19+, $81.41]

Tal Voda and Dreamworld Panic | The Coda | June 20 | Doors 5:30pm, show 6-8pm

Victoria prog-art rock act Tal Voda shares the bar stage with genre-bending post-rock outfit Dreamworld Panic, whose unconventional violin-synth-guitar lineup makes for a rare and energetic live show. [19+, $20]

Centennial Hangar Dinner and Dance | BC Aviation Museum | June 20 | 5-11:30pm

Saanich Peninsula Legion Branch 37 marks the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion with a buffet dinner, silent auction, and live music from The Haven, set inside the aviation museum hangar. [$22.63]

Solstice Father's Day Feast at the Farm | Sixty Forty | June 20 | 6-9:30pm

Top Chef Canada winner Paul Moran curates an eight-course solstice dinner on a working farm in Saanichton, with canapes in the garden before an open-fire feast of organic produce and local ingredients. [Check venue for tickets/price.]

The Soul Summit | Mary Winspear Centre | June 20 | Doors 7pm, show 7:30pm

The Seaside Music Festival brings together Juno-nominated Canadian soul vocalist Dawn Pemberton and New York City jazz and soul singer Emily Braden for a one-night-only evening of gospel, funk, and collaborative performance. [$52.50]

Hecklers Presents: Dan Duvall | Hecklers Bar & Grill | June 20 | 8pm

Comedian Dan Duvall takes the Hecklers stage for a night of standup as part of the venue's weekly showcase. [$24]

Patch Notes: The Improv Show for Nerds | 734 Aldebury St. | June 20 | Doors 7:45pm, show 8-9:30pm

A nerd-themed improv show diving into sci-fi, fantasy, and gaming, with this edition built around the isekai genre—stories where ordinary people are suddenly transported to strange new worlds. [$15.18]

Best Coast Big Band | The Coda | June 23 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

Victoria's Best Coast Big Band brings an evening of classic big band tunes, pop favourites, and everything in between to the bar stage. [19+, $10]

The Western Thistles with Poppa Don Gernie | The Coda | June 24 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

Edmonton old-time folk duo The Western Thistles, fresh from the Cowichan Bluegrass Festival, join forces with Victoria's Poppa Don Gernie for an evening of clawhammer banjo, fiddle tunes, and heartfelt original material. [All ages, $20]

Hecklers Presents: Mikey Dubs (Special Taping) | Hecklers Bar & Grill | June 25 | 8pm

Hecklers favourite Mikey Dubs films his debut comedy special live at the venue. [$22]

Urban Foraging | Compost Education Centre | June 27 | 10am-12pm

Naturalist and herbalist Megan Edge leads a hands-on workshop on identifying and ethically harvesting edible and medicinal plants growing throughout Victoria's urban neighbourhoods. [Check venue for tickets/price; pay-what-you-can options available.]

The Great Canadian Songbook | Mary Winspear Centre | June 27-28 | Doors 7pm, show 7:30pm (June 27); doors 1:30pm, show 2pm (June 28)

Wavelengths' 80-voice choir celebrates Canada with songs by Gordon Lightfoot, Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, Neil Young, the Tragically Hip, and more, with Ashley Wey on keys and guest vocalist Denis Withnell. [$41]

Schools Out for Summer: Bobby Dazzler | The Coda | June 27 | Doors 9pm, show 9:30pm-1:30am

A sweaty end-of-year dance party on the main stage, dedicated to the teachers and everyone else ready to shake off the school year. [19+, $30]

Saving Grace—Sun Dog Tour 2026 | The Coda | June 30 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30-8:30pm

Indie rock act Saving Grace makes its first-ever Vancouver Island stop, joined by three local and touring support acts for a night of original music. [19+, $20]