April arrives with the warmth of a season finally hitting its stride—and in Victoria, that means an Easter long weekend packed with egg hunts, farm visits, and family fun before the month opens into a rich stretch of live music, comedy, dance, and community events. There's something on nearly every night, across every corner of the city and beyond. Come see what's on.

Seed-to-Sky Planting Bar | Malahat SkyWalk | All month | Drop-in

A self-directed planting station where visitors can pot an edible herb or pollinator seedling to take home, with Earth Month learning resources available via QR code. [Included with admission]

Easter Bunny at Westshore Town Centre | Westshore Town Centre | April 1–April 4 | Various times

The Easter Bunny is set up in Centre Court for free family photo ops—walk-ins are welcome, or book a spot in advance. [Free]

Easter at Merridale | Merridale Cidery & Distillery | April 1–6

Kids can pick up a colouring sheet and enter the Easter colouring contest, with all artwork displayed and prizes awarded—plus tastings, orchard tours, and seasonal food on offer throughout. [Check venue for details]

Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert | Robin & Winifred Wood Hall, Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 2 | 12:30–1:30pm

VCM's postsecondary students share works in progress spanning classical, jazz, bluegrass, and original compositions in this drop-in concert. [Free]

Songwriters Circle | The Coda | April 2 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30–8:30pm

Six Vancouver Island songwriters—including Felicia Harding, Claire Coupland, and Marina Avros—gather in a round-robin format to share songs, stories, and works-in-progress in an intimate, living-room-style setting. [19+, $20 + optional artist donation]

Darcy & Jer: Average at Best | Royal Theatre | April 2 | 8pm

The comedic married duo behind the No Refunds World Tour returns with a new show riffing on neurodiversity, parenting, and the pleasures and pitfalls of middle-aged suburban life. [From $47]

Masashi Usui Japan/Montreal Trio | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 2 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7–9pm

Award-winning Japanese saxophonist Masashi Usui joins Montréal pianist Kate Wyatt and bassist Adrian Vedady for an evening of jazz standards and original works, fresh from a Japan tour. [All ages, $30 / $15 students + fees; livestream available]

UVic Concert Band: Retro | Farquhar Auditorium, UVic | April 2 | 8pm

The UVic Concert Band traces a century of wind ensemble music, from early symphonic band classics through contemporary works by composers, including Frank Ticheli and Cait Nishimura. [Regular $28 / Seniors $22 / Students $15]

Improv with Musical Guest | The Coda | April 3 | Doors 6:00pm, show 6:30–8:30pm

Local improvisers take the stage alongside musician Tasha Cadence, building comedy scenes inspired by her original songs in a spontaneous night of music and laughs. [19+, $20 + optional artist donation]

Unwind & Create: A Friday Night Art Journalling Workshop | Hanna Kaye Art Therapy & Counselling | April 3 | 6:30–8pm

A guided 90-minute workshop where participants learn the basics of art journalling through collage, colour, and mark-making, leaving with a journal and prompts to continue the practice at home. Limited to 8. [$45-55]

Children's Easter Bunny Hunt | The Butchart Gardens | April 3–6

Kids follow a map through the Gardens to locate 10 hidden bunnies, with completed maps exchanged for an Easter treat and a chance to win an Easter basket. [Included with garden admission]

Brandon Isaak and the Mood Swings | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 3 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7–9pm

Yukon-born blues veteran Brandon Isaak brings 35 years of touring experience to an evening of original blues, harmonica, and world-class guitar. [All ages, $25 + fees; livestream available]

Easter Weekend at Bilston Creek Farm | Bilston Creek Farm | April 4–5 | 11am–5pm

Kids can hunt for hidden bunnies across the farm grounds and plant a seed in a take-home biodegradable pot, with fresh pizza from Hustle & Dough available on-site both days. [Free admission / $5 per child for activities]

Neal Estate Egg Hunt for BC Children's Hospital | Elk/Beaver Lake Park | April 4 | From 10am, hunts from 11am

A family Easter egg hunt with face painting, crafts, and refreshments, raising funds by donation for BC Children's Hospital. [Admission by donation]

Peninsula Co-op Easter Festival | Willows Beach, Oak Bay | April 4 | 10am–2pm

A free seaside family festival with a Golden Egg Hunt (four age-group heats with prizes including a year of free groceries), live music, a pancake breakfast, and roaming entertainment. [Free]

Easter Market: A Market Among Friends | Langford | April 4 | 10am–2pm

A free seaside family festival with a Golden Egg Hunt (four age-group heats with prizes including a year of free groceries), live music, a pancake breakfast, and roaming entertainment. [Free]

Fairfield United's Easter Egg Hunt | United Commons Church | April 4 | 11am–1pm

A community Easter egg hunt with donations supporting the NPNA's food hamper program—register online or at the door. [Admission by donation]

Esquimalt Lions' Easter Family Fun Event | Bullen Park, Esquimalt | April 4 | 11am–2pm

The Lions Club and Esquimalt Recreation host a full afternoon of family fun with age-grouped egg hunts, relay races, crafts, and a food concession. [Free]

Easter at Royal Bay | Meadow Park, Royal Bay | April 4 | 11am–1pm

Families gather for an Easter egg hunt split by age group, with hidden Golden Eggs offering special prizes, plus bouncy obstacles, music, and cookie decorating after the hunt. [Free]

Social Media for the 21st-Century Musician | Alix Goolden Performance Hall, Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 4 | 2:30–4pm

Flutist and content creator Gillian Derer leads a workshop on building an online presence as a classical musician, covering branding, monetization, and posting strategy. [Free for VCM students / $10 suggested donation]

Special Agent Sunshine featuring C/A Duo | The Coda | April 4 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30–8:30pm

Victoria neon-retro pop-rock act Special Agent Sunshine headlines an all-ages evening of cinematic, synth-lit sound with big hooks and emotional punch. [All ages, $20 + optional artist donation]

The Smokin' Hot Toasters: Big Hank's 79th Birthday Bash | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 4 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7–9pm

Blues veteran Big Hank Lionhart marks 61 years in music with his annual birthday party, joined by bandmates and special guests for a night of blues and R&B. [All ages, $30 + fees; livestream available]

Kluxen & Min: Rachmaninoff & Shostakovich | Royal Theatre | April 4 | 7:30pm

The Victoria Symphony presents pianist Lorraine Min in Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, alongside Britten's Canadian Carnival and Shostakovich's debut symphony. [From $44]

Alex Ferguson in the Fathom Lounge | Fathom Lounge | April 4 | 7:30–10pm

Two-time Leo Award-nominated composer and keyboardist Alex Ferguson performs in the lounge, drawing on his extensive history in Victoria's live music scene. [Check venue for details]

Heron with Thistle and Two Rats Loving | The Coda | April 4 | Doors 9pm, show 9:30pm–1:30am

Three local acts share the main stage: folk-rock siblings Thistle, multi-genre adventure rockers Heron, and Latin-inflected indie outfit Two Rats Loving. [19+, $15 advance / $20 door]

Faris Hytiaa | Hecklers Bar & Grill | April 4 | 7pm and 10pm

Victoria comic Faris Hytiaa takes the stage for two shows in one night at Hecklers. [$22]

The Brickyard Social | 751 View St | April 4 | 5 Doors at 5pm

A kickoff party for the summer mountain bike season with bike films, live music, prize draws, and gear giveaways. [Check venue for details]

Vinyl Sessions with Thomas Carlo Pascolin | Fathom Lounge | April 5 | 5:30–8pm

DJ Thomas Carlo Pascolin curates an intimate evening of vinyl spanning boogie, disco, and global grooves in the Fathom Lounge. [Check venue for details]

Jeff Tweedy: Twilight Override Tour | Royal Theatre | April 5 | 7:30pm

Wilco frontman Jeff Tweedy performs songs spanning his extensive catalogue alongside material from his latest solo record, joined by his sons and longtime collaborators. [From $52.25]

Sunday Afternoon Milonga | The Coda | April 5 | 1–4pm

An afternoon of Argentine tango dancing in close embrace, with guest TDJ Khang Tong from San Diego spinning and co-host Vanessa Winn on the floor. [19+, $15]

Fernwood Square Series #2 | Fernwood Square | April 6 | 2–6pm

An outdoor music session featuring local artists, good vibes, and great community energy. Bring a blanket, grab a coffee from one of the neighbourhood spots, and settle in. [Free, all ages]

Big Band Tuesday: Bayside Big Band and Stelly's Jazz Band | The Coda | April 7 | Doors 6:30pm, show 7–9pm

The Bayside Big Band and Stelly's Secondary School Jazz Band share the stage for a fundraising double bill, culminating in a combined 40-piece finale. Proceeds support the Stelly's jazz program. [All ages, $15]

Big Band featuring Joe Coughlin | Alix Goolden Performance Hall, Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 7 | 7–9pm

The Metro Big Band performs a program of Frank Sinatra and Count Basie swing, joined by Canadian jazz vocalist Joe Coughlin, under the direction of Juno-nominated saxophonist Ryan Oliver. [$20 suggested donation]

The Don Leppard Jazz Orchestra | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 8 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7-9pm

Victoria's 17-piece Don Leppard Big Band swings through classics from Basie, Ellington, Buddy Rich, and beyond, alongside original arrangements by band members. [All ages, $25 + fees; livestream available]

Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert | Robin & Winifred Wood Hall, Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 9 | 12:30–1:30pm

VCM's postsecondary students share works in progress spanning classical, jazz, bluegrass, and original compositions in a free drop-in concert. [Free]

Three for the Tillerman: An Intimate Tribute to Cat Stevens | McPherson Playhouse | April 9 | 7:30pm

Pierre Trépanier leads a trio through an acoustic evening of Cat Stevens' most beloved songs, performed with guitars, piano, flute, and close vocal harmonies. [From $56.25]

Pop Song Competition | Alix Goolden Performance Hall, Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 9 | 5–9pm

VCM voice students of all ages and abilities perform a single pop song each, competing for prizes and feedback from professional music industry adjudicators. Drop in anytime. [Admission by donation]

Vimy Ridge Candlelight Tribute | Veterans Memorial Park, Langford | April 9 | 7:45pm

The Langford Legion hosts a candlelight memorial marking Canada's sacrifice at the Battle of Vimy Ridge, April 9–12, 1917. [Free]

Amy's Bunny Barn Society Fundraiser | Hecklers Bar & Grill | April 9 | 8pm

A comedy night raising funds for Amy's Bunny Barn Society. [$25]

Boca Tuya: Mixed Program | Royal Theatre | April 10–11 | 7:30pm

New York-based contemporary dance company Boca Tuya, led by Puerto Rican choreographer Omar Román de Jesús, presents three works blending surrealist storytelling and vibrant movement rooted in Boricua culture. [From $34]

Skyla J | The Coda | April 10 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30–8:30pm

Victoria artist Skyla J performs material from her EP Quantum Leap, weaving dub-infused trip hop, soul, and live flute into layered, hypnotic soundscapes. [19+, $25]

Pablo Cardenas presents: A Tribute to Buena Vista Social Club | The Coda | April 10 | Doors 9pm, show 9:30pm–1:30am

Cuban pianist Pablo Cardenas and the West Coast Cuban Orchestra revisit the timeless son, bolero, and danzón of the Buena Vista Social Club, with a pre-show salsa class and performance by dance group Salsa Caliente. [19+, $38]

Music Library Book Sale | Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 11 | 11am–3pm

Browse gently used books, sheet music, and musical resources in the VCM lobby, with all proceeds supporting the Conservatory's library. [Admission by donation]

Fabric Printmaking Workshop | Maritime Museum of BC | April 11 | 1:30–3:30pm

Carve your own linocut stamp in this ocean-inspired workshop, then apply your design to a tea towel or tote bag to take home. Includes museum admission. [$29.99–$49.99 + GST]

Rockwood | The Coda | April 11 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30–8:30pm

Victoria classic rock and country outfit Rockwood plays a warm set of beloved songs that have stood the test of time. [19+, $20]

Andrew Packer | Hecklers Bar & Grill | April 11 | 7pm and 10pm

Victoria comedian Andrew Packer takes the Hecklers stage for two shows. [$22]

Tower of Song: A Creative Tribute to Leonard Cohen | Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney | April 11 | 7:30pm

Oliver Swain and Glenna Garramone reimagine Cohen's songs and poetry for two voices, banjo, string bass, piano, and guitar in Canada's longest-running Leonard Cohen tribute. [$46]

The Australian Bee Gees Show | McPherson Playhouse | April 11 | 7pm

Las Vegas's award-winning Bee Gees tribute recreates five decades of the Brothers Gibb's hits with faithful costumes, choreography, and harmonies. [$65]

80s & 90s Night | The Coda | April 11 | Doors 9pm, show 9:30pm–1:30am

Bobby Dazzler Band delivers a high-energy night of 80s pop hits and 90s anthems back to back. [19+, $30]

David Santana Trio | Fathom Lounge | April 11 | 7:30–10pm

Chilean-born jazz guitarist David Santana leads his trio through an evening of original compositions and jazz. [Check venue for details]

Dungeons Yes, And Dragons | Theatre SKAM | April 11 | Doors 8:15pm, show 8:30–9:40pm

Garden City Improv blends D&D-style roleplaying with live improv comedy for an evening of epic storytelling and outrageous characters. [$25]

The Choir of King's College, Cambridge | Royal Theatre | April 12 | 2:30pm

One of the world's most celebrated choral ensembles travels from Cambridge to perform Mozart's Requiem with the Victoria Symphony. [From $47]

Lesbihonest | Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney | April 12 | 7:30pm

Just for Laughs award-winner Laura Piccinin recounts three decades of coming-out stories in a sharp, sentimental standup show that finds humour in the journey to Pride. [$28]

Video Game Music Celebration Jam Session 9 | The Coda | April 12 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30–8:30pm

Canada's first video game music jam welcomes musicians and listeners alike for live arrangements of iconic game soundtracks, from Zelda to Final Fantasy. [19+, $10 / $5 musicians]

Ryan Oliver Sextet: Coltrane X Cuba | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 12 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7–9pm

Juno-nominated saxophonist Ryan Oliver leads an all-star ensemble through an adventurous collision of John Coltrane's compositions and the Cuban music tradition. [All ages, $30 + fees; livestream available]

All Together Now sings Building a Mystery | The Coda | April 13 | Doors 7pm, show 7:30–9:45pm

Drop-in community choir All Together Now teaches Sarah McLachlan's Building a Mystery in easy harmonies, with a few Lilith Fair gems woven in—no experience needed. [19+, $15]

Joy of Music Concert 2026 | Farquhar Auditorium, UVic | April 14 | 6pm

Students from St. Patrick's, St. Joseph's, and St. Andrew's schools perform choir, band, and solo pieces in an evening celebrating Island Catholic schools' young musicians. [$12]

The John Moulder Quintet | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 15 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7–9pm

Chicago-based jazz guitarist John Moulder, known for recordings with Pat Metheny's rhythm section, brings his distinct improvisational voice to Hermann's alongside some of Canada's top players. [All ages, $35 + fees; livestream available]

The Arbutus Night of Music | Farquhar Auditorium, UVic | April 15 | 7pm

Arbutus Global Middle School presents an evening of student performances. [$12.50 / free under 5]

Victoria Jazz Jam Session 10 | The Coda | April 15 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30–8:30pm

The Tom Vickery Trio hosts Victoria's monthly jazz jam—musicians are welcome to sign up and sit in, or simply come to listen. [19+, $10 / $5 musicians]

In Spite of Ourselves: The Music of John Prine | The Coda | April 15 | Doors 8:30pm, show 9–11pm

Multi-instrumentalist Doug Cox, Juno winners Tom and Kalissa Landa of the Paperboys, and songwriter Steve Mitchell celebrate the deep catalogue of the late John Prine in a joyously loose, heartfelt tribute. [19+, $35]

Spring Serenata | Alix Goolden Performance Hall, Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 16 | 5–9pm

VCM voice students perform classical, musical theatre, and contemporary repertoire across two back-to-back informal concerts to close out their year. Drop in anytime. [Admission by donation]

Social Stitching: Mending Workshop | Ecologyst, 552 Johnson St. | April 16 | 5–7pm

A beginner-friendly workshop teaching basic knitwear mending techniques, with visible and subtle mending options. Bring a garment that needs some love. [Check venue for price]

Confabulation presents: Songs That Saved My Life | The Coda | April 16 | Doors 6:30pm, stories from 7:30pm

True personal stories told live without notes or props, themed around songs that changed people's lives, with live music from Jan Randall & Friends opening the evening. [19+, $25 / $20 reduced]

David Gogo & Band | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 16 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7–9pm

Six-time Juno nominee and three-time Maple Blues Guitarist of the Year David Gogo brings his blistering guitar and soulful vocals to Hermann's for a night of blues. [All ages, $25 + fees]

Tea Traditions: The Origins of Tea | Island Elixir Tea, Langford | April 17 | 6–7:30pm

Certified tea sommelier Bree traces tea's history from ancient China to the 1600s in a guided tasting experience that puts the story in every cup. [$30]

Musical History Tour: The Beatles' Legacy | Alix Goolden Performance Hall, Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 17 | 7:30–9:30pm

The Sutcliffes perform Beatles hits spanning the Cavern Club era through Abbey Road and the solo years. [Check venue for price]

Heather Ferguson | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 17 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7–9pm

Victoria jazz vocalist Heather Ferguson performs original songs from her album Found, alongside reimagined jazz standards, joined by some of the city's finest players. [All ages, $25 + fees; livestream available]

Viva Santana | The Coda | April 17 | Doors 9pm, show 9:30pm-1am

Fronted by guitarist Amie Said, Viva Santana delivers a high-energy tribute to Carlos Santana's Latin rock catalogue with soaring solos and a driving, danceable rhythm section. [19+, $30]

Newsies: The Musical | McPherson Playhouse | April 17–25 | Various times

The Canadian College of Performing Arts stages the Tony Award-winning musical about New York newsboys standing up to a publishing giant, with performances running through April 25. [$55]

Spring Fibre Social | Beehive Fibre Arts Centre | April 18 | 5–6:30pm

A relaxed drop-in gathering for knitters, crocheters, and fibre enthusiasts of all kinds. Bring your current project and enjoy an informal evening of making and good company. [Free]

Pablo Cardenas | Fathom Lounge | April 18 | 7:30–10pm

Cuban jazz pianist Pablo Cardenas brings Afro-Cuban, Latin jazz, and modern jazz influences to an intimate lounge performance. [Check venue for details]

Daniel Champagne | Alix Goolden Performance Hall, Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 18 | 4-6pm and 7:30–9:30pm

Australian guitar virtuoso Daniel Champagne brings his acclaimed live show to Victoria for two intimate performances, spanning seven studio albums and 250+ concerts a year worldwide. [Check venue for price]

Invasive Species Removal at Westhills Park | Westhills Park, Langford | April 18 | 9:45am–1pm

Reimagine Westshore, Langford FireSmart, and Langford Parks host a hands-on invasive species removal event with FireSmart education. Drop-ins welcome, but registration is encouraged. [Free]

Bach to the Future | Farquhar at UVic | April 18 | 3pm

Platypus Theatre's family show follows young Corky on a time-travelling adventure through music history, meeting Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, and more along the way. [Adults $30 / Youth & Students $10]

Maureen Washington Quartet | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 18 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7-9pm

Victoria vocalist Maureen Washington brings her powerful blend of jazz, blues, and soul to Hermann's, joined by Karel Roessingh on piano, Joey Smith on bass, and Damian Graham on drums. [All ages, $30 + fees; livestream available]

FateXY & Friends Birthday Jam | The Coda | April 18 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30pm

Genre-bending alt-rock act FateXY celebrates with a birthday jam alongside Victoria indie rockers atomsmatter for a loose, high-energy evening of originals. [19+, $20]

Matt Wright | Hecklers Bar & Grill | April 18 | 7pm and 10pm

Hecklers presents two shows with comedian Matt Wright. [$22]

Improv Against Humanity | Theatre SKAM | April 18 | Doors 8:15pm, show 8:30–9:40pm

The hit adult improv show based on Cards Against Humanity has audience members playing the game while improvisers bring the card combinations to life on stage. [$25]

Pablo Cardenas | Fathom Lounge | April 18 | 7:30–10pm

Cuban jazz pianist Pablo Cardenas brings Afro-Cuban, Latin jazz, and modern jazz influences to an intimate lounge performance. [Check venue for details]

VIRAGS Annual Spring Show | Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney | April 19 | 9am–4pm

The Vancouver Island Rock and Alpine Garden Society's annual show and sale features rare alpine, woodland, and bog plants, a silent auction, seed sales, and tea. [Check venue for details]

VCM Academy Info Session | Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 19 | 11:30am–12:30pm

An information session for students and parents interested in the VCM's Young Artists Performance Academy, covering program structure, auditions, and curriculum. [Free]

Stephanie Greaves presents: To Mum, with Love | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 19 | Doors 12pm, show 1–3pm

Vocalist Stephanie Greaves leads a musical trip through her mother's eclectic playlist—from Shirley Bassey to ABBA to Kenny Rogers—with piano, drums, and bass. [All ages, $30 + fees; livestream available]

The Commodores Big Band | Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney | April 19 | 2pm

Victoria's Commodores Big Band returns for its fifth annual concert at the Charlie White Theatre, featuring vocalist Kim Greenwood and a special appearance by the U-Jam Allstars. [$35]

Greater Victoria Youth Orchestra: 40th Anniversary Celebration | Farquhar Auditorium, UVic | April 19 | 2:30pm

The GVYO marks 40 years with a program of Brahms, Smetana, and Kodály as well as a world premiere by GVYO alumna Leslie Opatril. [Regular $28 / Seniors $24 / Students & Children $10]

Chase Ward Trio | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 19 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7-9pm

Victoria-born Toronto drummer and composer Chase Ward brings his improvisatory trio—rooted in jazz, Latin, Afro-Cuban, and New Orleans influences—back home to Hermann's. [All ages, $25 + fees; livestream available]

Orpheus & Eurydice—Dress Rehearsal | Royal Theatre | April 20 | 7pm

Pacific Opera Victoria opens its dress rehearsal of Gluck's Orpheus & Eurydice to students and community groups via promo code. Contact boxoffice@pacificopera.ca for access. [$15]

Opera? Are You Kidding Me? | Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney | April 20 | 7pm

A lighthearted showcase of opera's greatest hits featuring Dutch soprano Anne Grimm, Canadian tenor Benjamin Butterfield, British baritone Alexander Dobson, and South Korean violinist Jimin Shin Dobson. [$37]

Westhills Earth Day Cleanup | Westhills, Langford | April 22 | 10am–12pm

Residents and families are invited to join a community cleanup of Westhills parks and pathways, with supplies provided and snacks to follow. Registration encouraged. [Free]

Louise Rose: Alone Together | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 22 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7–9pm

Canadian jazz legend Louise Rose—who has studied with Oscar Peterson, Leonard Bernstein, and Duke Ellington—performs solo jazz piano and vocals in an intimate evening at Hermann's. [All ages, $20 + fees; livestream available by donation]

Orpheus & Eurydice | Royal Theatre | April 22–28 | 7:30pm (April 26, 2:30pm)

Pacific Opera Victoria stages Gluck's baroque opera in partnership with Ballet Victoria, featuring soprano Andriana Chuchman as Eurydice in her POV debut. [From $35]

Trades de France Night: Pre-season Mixer | Swans Pub | April 23 | 4:30–6:30pm

A casual drop-in happy hour for trades professionals, past and potential teams, and sponsors to connect ahead of Victoria's month-long charity cycling challenge. [Free]

Solidaridad Tango | Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney | April 23 | 7:30pm

An all-female tango ensemble brings bold, boundary-pushing interpretations of the genre to the stage in a concert celebrating women's artistry and expression. [$35]

RELICS: Playing the Music of Pink Floyd | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 23 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7–9pm

Victoria tribute act RELICS focuses on Pink Floyd's 1967–1975 era, performing deep cuts and classics from Piper at the Gates of Dawn, Meddle, and beyond. [All ages, $25 + fees]

American Beauties | The Coda | April 24 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30pm

A tribute to Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen featuring Lonnie Glass on acoustic guitar and vocals, Ashley Wey on piano, and Louis Rudner on upright bass. [19+, $25]

Daniel Lapp's Joy of Life Concerts | Alix Goolden Performance Hall, Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 24–25 | 7:30–9:30pm

Two nights of fiddle-driven Canadian roots music featuring the BC Fiddle Orchestra, Folkestra!, the Joy of Life Choir, and special guest Tom Taylor. [Check venue for price]

Pop Goes the Sixties! | Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney | April 24–25 | 7:30pm

Backbeat performs two nights of top 10 hits from the Beatles, the Beach Boys, the Rolling Stones, the Who, the Monkees, and Creedence Clearwater Revival. [$55]

Mini Mariner Mornings: Magical Magnets | Maritime Museum of BC | April 25 | 10–11am

A drop-in morning program for ages 3–8 exploring the science of magnets, with hands-on activities, compass navigation, and storytime at 10:30am. [Included with admission]

The Experiment! Workshop | Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 25 | 12–3pm

A four-session workshop for teens aged 13–18 exploring electronic music, monster movie soundscapes, analog instruments, and original composition. [Check venue for price]

SPAC Arts & Crafts Exhibition and Sale | Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney | April 25–26 | 10am–5pm, 10am–4pm

The 73rd annual Saanich Peninsula Arts and Craft Society spring show features 2K+ original works—paintings, pottery, jewelry, fibre art, and sculpture—all available for purchase. [$15]

Vanilla Riot | The Coda | April 25 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30pm

Female-fronted cover band Vanilla Riot tears through alt-rock and post-punk anthems from No Doubt, the Cranberries, the Beaches, and more. [19+, $20]

Jeremy Scippio | Hecklers Bar & Grill | April 25 | 7pm and 10pm

Hecklers presents two shows with comedian Jeremy Scippio. [$22]

Pablo Cardenas presents: Viva Latinoamérica | Hermann's Jazz Club | April 25 | Doors 5:30pm, show 7-9pm

Cuban pianist Pablo Cardenas and the West Coast Cuban Orchestra journey through Latin rhythms from Cuba, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, and beyond—son, salsa, cumbia, bachata, and more. [All ages, $35 + fees; livestream available]

Gordon Clements Trio | Fathom Lounge | April 25 | 7:30–10pm

Founding director of jazz programs at UVic and Camosun College, multi-instrumentalist Gordon Clements performs with his trio. [Check venue for details]

French Art Song Competition | Alix Goolden Performance Hall, Victoria Conservatory of Music | April 29 | 5–9pm

VCM voice students perform French art songs for feedback and prizes from professional adjudicators—drop in anytime. [Admission by donation]

Swiftsure Big Band | The Coda | April 30 | Doors 6pm, show 6:30pm

Victoria's Swiftsure Big Band swings through a program spanning Sammy Nestico, Herbie Hancock, Dizzy Gillespie, and more, with vocals from Brenda Morie. [19+, $22]

Abbas Wahab: Dialed-In Tour | Hecklers Bar & Grill | April 30 | Doors 7pm, show 8pm

New York-based Canadian comedian Abbas Wahab—known for his viral social media series and appearances on The Boys and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds—brings his sharp, grounded stand-up to Hecklers. [$28]

Harold Night | Theatre SKAM | April 30 | Doors 7:45pm, show 8–9pm

Garden City Improv performs the Harold—long-form improv's most ambitious format—with interwoven characters and storylines all built from a single audience suggestion. No late entry. [$15]