Art & Culture Month in Victoria, B.C.
Theatre & Live Performance
Incoming Festival — Intrepid Theatre (Nov 19–29)
A hub for new work in theatre, cabaret, puppetry, and readings. Expect premieres, experiments, and accessible “Pay What You Ten” tickets.
Belfry Theatre — Burning Mom (Oct 28–Nov 23)
A moving solo show about grief, reinvention, and a pilgrimage to Burning Man—performed in the Belfry’s intimate, historic space.
McPherson Playhouse
November brings an eclectic lineup: tribute concerts, holiday classics like White Christmas, and East Coast favourites. The century-old theatre is a show in itself.
Craigdarroch Castle After Hours
Catch after-dark tours, a spiritual-medium evening, and Murder on Paper Street—an interactive whodunit winding through the castle’s Victorian halls.
Puente Theatre
A cornerstone for newcomer and immigrant stories—worth keeping on your radar for timely performances and community programs.
Legacy Galleries / UVic — Walking in Spirit
A profound exhibition of Francis and Beau Dick, grounding the month in Indigenous artistry and storytelling.
Galleries & Exhibits
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria (AGGV)
Free Thursday nights, First Saturday free admission, and new exhibitions including sheeshe ‘ch thareṛ | a crack in the mirror, exploring diasporic Punjabi histories. Plus a refreshed look at the permanent collection.
Royal BC Museum
Explore Beyond the Beat, an immersive dive into music as resistance and cultural identity—complete with Lennon’s psychedelic Rolls Royce. Also on: exhibitions on Chinese Canadian migration.
Victoria Chinatown Museum
A compact but powerful stop inside Fan Tan Alley, tracing the stories of Canada’s oldest Chinatown.
Maritime Museum of BC
See Under 60 Tons (striking tugboat photography) and Travelling the Alberni Inlet on maritime lifelines across the Island.
BC Aviation Museum & Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea
Historic aircraft, hands-on explorations, and immersive ocean exhibits—a great blend of art, nature, and engineering.
Monkey C Artcade
An interactive art-meets-arcade playground
Public Art Walks
Murals, sculptures, and the powerful Signs of the lək̓ʷəŋən spindle whorls make outdoor wandering essential.
Music & Concerts
November is bursting with live music, bringing a mix of indie rock, soulful vocals, and symphonic brilliance to venues across the city. Here’s a look at who’s taking the stage this month:
Capital Ballroom Highlights
Born Ruffians – November 2
Start the month off with the energetic indie rock sounds of Born Ruffians as they light up the Capital Ballroom.
Steph Strings – November 21
The Australian singer-songwriter brings her mesmerizing acoustic performance to town.
Snotty Nose Rez Kids – November 22
The acclaimed hip-hop duo delivers sharp lyrics and infectious beats.
The Dirty Nil – November 26
Expect loud guitars and high-octane rock from this Juno Award–winning trio.
Julian Taylor & Logan Staats – November 28
Two powerhouse Canadian artists share the stage for a night of soulful storytelling.
Allan Rayman – November 29
Closing out the month with his signature blend of R&B, rock, and mystery.
Other Notable Performances at various locations across the city:
Virginia to Vegas – November 6 at Wicket Hall
Victoria Symphony – November 8 at the Mary Winspear Centre and November 9 at Farquhar at UVic
The Temps – November 14 at the Irish Times Pub
Black Angus – November 15 at the Irish Times Pub
Big Shiny Dudes – November 15 at the Irish Times Pub
Georgia Harmer – November 21 at Lucky Bar
Shawn Desman – November 22 at the Royal Theatre
Dave Harris & Friends – Throughout November at The Loft Pub
Workshops & Community Events
Salty Sundays (Maritime Museum of BC)
Family-friendly drop-ins every Sunday with crafts and coastal storytelling.
Yuletide Market Series (Nov 7–Dec 14)
Holiday-leaning artisan markets perfect for local gifts and festive browsing.
Orchard Market at Junction Cidery (Nov 9)
Crafts, food, and makers in a cozy cidery setting.
Where Art Meets Atmosphere
Arts & Culture Month invites you to stroll, linger, listen, and explore—whether you’re stepping into a gallery, catching a new play, or stumbling across public art in a side street. Let November be your excuse to wander Victoria’s creative pulse and discover something unforgettable.