Each month Used.ca proudly supports local community events here in Greater Victoria and on Vancouver Island. Check out these fantastic events in your local community this June!
1.) Victoria Wingstock – June 21
2.) Phillips Backyard Music Festival – July 4-6 & August 8-10
3.) Capital Bike Spring Go By Bike Week – May 31 – June 6
4.) BC CrabFest – June 29
5.) Victoria Ska and Reggae Festival – June 18-22
6.) Pacific FC 2025 Season – April to October 2025
7.) Sunfest Country Music Festival – July 31 – August 3
8.) Victoria Folk Music Festival – July 5
9.) Ryder Hesjedal’s Tour de Victoria – August 16
10.) BC SPCA Lock-In for Love – June 14
11.) Ron Linnes Memorial Golf Tournament supporting Help Fill a Dream – July 26
12.) Raymond James Father’s Day Walk/Run for Prostate Cancer – June 15
13.) Eves of Destruction Roller Derby – June 6-8
14.) SKAMpede – July 11-13
15.) Canada Day Celebration hosted by City of Victoria – July 1
Victoria Wingstock – June 21
The Victoria Firefighters association presents The 2nd Annual Victoria WingStock! We’re back baby! Who doesn’t love a good chicken wing?! How about wings, craft drinks, live music AND a good cause? Net proceeds from Victoria Wingstock will support the Victoria Firefighters Association’s chosen charities.
Join us on June 21, 2025 from 1-4pm at The Roundhouse at Bayview Place for wings from local restaurants and craft beverages from BC breweries, distilleries and cideries all in one place! This is a 19+ event. ID will be required. Purchase your tickets here before they sell out!
Phillips Backyard Music Festival – July 4-6 & August 8-10
The Phillips Backyard Music Festival returns to Victoria for its biggest year yet, stretching across two epic weekends, July 4-6 and August 8-10, packed with genre-defying artists, hometown heroes, and international icons. Headliners include Cold War Kids, G-Eazy, Peach Pit, Phantogram, The Roots, and Unknown Mortal Orchestra, delivering unforgettable sets and serious summer energy. Whether you’re chasing the headliners, discovering rising local talent, or just here for the crisp craft beer, this is your moment to dance, get loud, and make some legendary memories in the heart of Victoria. 🎟 Tickets are on sale now at phillipsbackyard.com — grab yours early, and we’ll see you in the Backyard!
Capital Bike Spring Go By Bike Week – May 31 – June 6
Join thousands of cyclists in Greater Victoria for Spring Go By Bike Week (May 31 – June 6)!
Go By Bike Week is a 100% FREE tri-annual event encouraging everyone to try cycling for the week! Cycling is proven to improve happiness and productivity, as well as both mental and physical health! With the price of driving a car, there is no better time to leave the car at home. Not to mention, it’s super fun!
Aside from personal benefits, Capital Bike organizes Celebration Stations along popular cycling routes that offer free food, basic bike tune ups and prizes! Register at GoByBikeBC.ca! If you’ve registered before, just log back in!
BC CrabFest – June 29
Get ready to crack some claws, CrabFest is back on June 29, 2025!
Join us at Ship Point in Victoria’s Inner Harbour for a full day of seafood celebration, coastal culture, and community fun. At the heart of it all is the iconic BC CrabBoil, where you can feast on fresh Dungeness crab, mussels, shrimp, and more, cooked dockside and served harbourside.
But CrabFest is more than a meal , it’s a free, family-friendly event featuring local music, an interactive marketplace, sustainable seafood education, kids’ crafts, and so much more. Whether you’re a seafood lover, a local explorer, or just looking for the perfect summer day out, there’s something for everyone.
Admission is by donation. CrabBoil tickets can be pre-purchased online, and they sell out fast!
Come hungry. Leave inspired. bccrabco.ca
Victoria Ska and Reggae Festival – June 18-22
Victoria’s 26th Annual Ska & Reggae Festival returns June 18 – 22, 2025. Featuring the wildest and most eclectic lineup to date with headliners such as Propagandhi, The Pharcyde, Sister Nancy, Dub Fx, Jakobs Castle (ft. Jakob Nowell of Sublime), Long Beach Dub Allstars, MARLON ASHER, Mad Professor & Amarra, Save Ferris, GrimSkunk, Lazy Syrup Orchestra, Ed Solo, Brother Culture, SweetLeaf and poor sport.
Tickets for all shows are moving quickly and VIP Full Fest Passes will be sold out shortly! There are also incredible all ages/licensed free shows June 18, 19 and 22, 2025 at Ship Point featuring artists such as Waahli, Turbulence, LA SEVERA MATACERA, illScarlett, MonteBong and The Resignators.
Don’t forget to attend their Free Ska Sessions on Sat. June 21st at the Victoria Curling Club Upper Lounge from 1pm – 3pm with Jakobs Castle (ft. Jakob Nowell of Sublime) and Zane Vandevort) and Opie Ortiz of Long Beach Dub Allstars.
Remember all festival shows are all ages/licensed with kids 10 and under free with adult except our show at Wicket Hall on June 19th. For the full schedule on the festival and to purchase tickets, visit victoriaskafest.ca
Pacific FC Season – April to October 2025
Live Soccer, Island Pride—Experience the Pacific FC Energy!
Looking for an unforgettable live sports experience? Pacific FC is Vancouver Island’s home for professional soccer, bringing fast-paced action, electric atmosphere, and non-stop entertainment to Starlight Stadium! Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the game, our matches deliver edge-of-your-seat excitement with top-tier talent and passionate supporters.
But the fun doesn’t stop on the pitch! Pacific FC offers engaging theme nights, family-friendly activities, and a game-day experience unlike any other. From kids’ zones to local food trucks and special events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
So grab your friends, bring the family, and feel the energy of live soccer right here on the Island. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action—secure your tickets today and cheer on Pacific FC! Get your tickets HERE!
Sunfest Country Music Festival – July 31 – August 3
BC’s largest country music festival is back this BC day long weekend from July 31 to August 3 at Laketown Ranch!
Don’t miss Bailey Zimmerman, Jordan David, Sawyer Brown, Brothers Osborne, Ashley Cooke & many more!
Special kick-off party on Thursday with Tim Hicks and many others. Festival tickets & camping passes are on sale now! Purchase them here!
Victoria Folk Music Festival – July 5
Join us on July 5th at Royal Athletic Park for a joyful day of music, community, and celebration at the Victoria Folk Music Festival! Enjoy a world-class lineup including Frazey Ford, Joel Plaskett, Kacy & Clayton, Harry Manx, Ferron, Old Man Luedecke, Vince Vaccaro, Canadian Beauty, Daniel Lapp’s BC Fiddle Orchestra & more! With two stages of live music, this all-ages event highlights the best in folk, roots, and Americana.
Explore the ReLove Vintage Pop-Up Market, artisan vendors, and delicious food from Fresh Coast, Deadbeetz, Taco Revolution, and more. The kids’ area features fun activities and a jumping castle, while the grassy field hosts local bluegrass bands and community group booths.
Dance, shop, relax, and connect—this community-driven festival is a true summer celebration. Whether you’re barefoot in the grass or lounging with friends, don’t miss the music and magic of Victoria Folk Fest! Tickets: vicfolkfest.com
Ryder Hesjedal’s Tour de Victoria – August 16
All ages. All abilities. All bikes!
Ryder Hesjedal’s Tour de Victoria is a cycling event for the whole family. Children can choose one of three distances in front of the Parliament buildings and more experienced riders can choose routes between 15km to 160km.
Come enjoy a traffic-controlled, fully supported cycling event in beautiful Victoria, BC, followed by food and festivities! Register here.
BC SPCA Lock-In For Love – June 14
Until June 14, 2025, you can Lock-In for Love with the BC SPCA Victoria and raise money to help injured, homeless, and vulnerable animals right here in Victoria. Register for your free online personal or team fundraising page, ask your friends, family and co-workers to make a loving donation to reach your goal, and then “Lock-In” with us at the BC SPCA Victoria Community Animal Centre on June 14th to celebrate the animals you’ve helped – and meet some of our cutest animal ambassadors! Community members can also donate directly to the Victoria Branch online. All funds raised go directly towards caring for local vulnerable animals and giving them a second chance at a happy healthy loving life.
Ron Linnes Memorial Golf Tournament supporting Help Fill a Dream – July 26
Help Fill A Dream is excited to introduce a new fundraising event in honour of an extraordinary man. Ron Linnes’ generosity will have a lasting impact, helping hundreds of children with life-threatening or critical medical conditions across Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Every dollar raised at this tournament will go directly toward making Dreams come true for local children.
Date:
Saturday July 26 Noon-9pm, Ardmore Golf Course
Schedule:
12pm: Burger & Beer Welcome
1pm: Shotgun Start
Evening: Three course dinner.
Format:
16 teams (64 golfers) competing in a fun and friendly tournament
Team Registration: $500 Register here.
Raymond James Father’s Day Walk/Run for Prostate Cancer – June 15
EVERYONE KNOWS SOMEONE. Who will you be walking for?
With another year of the Raymond James Father’s Day Walk/Run approaching, Island Prostate Centre is reflecting on the incredible impact that this event has had over the last 21 years. It’s thanks to our dedicated community that we’ve been able to raise crucial funds and awareness for prostate cancer support services in our community.
We invite you to join us once again for this year’s event on Sunday, June 15, 2025. As we come together as a community to celebrate another year of making a difference, remember that at Island Prostate Centre, “What’s Raised Here Stays Here.” Every dollar raised directly supports our local community, ensuring that vital resources remain accessible to those patients (and their families) who need them most.
Eves of Destruction Roller Derby – June 6-8
The Eves of Destruction are excited to host three full days of hard-hitting roller derby action this weekend, June 6-8. The WFTDA-sanctioned tournament features some of the best skaters in western North American, with teams visiting from nearby Vancouver, Seattle and Tacoma and as far away as Red Deer, Anchorage and southern California.
The Eves play California’s Inland Empire Friday at 5pm, Seattle’s Rat City on Saturday at 5:30, Oregon’s Gorge Roller Derby at 11am on Sunday and Greater Vancouver Roller Derby Association on Sunday at 3:30pm to end the tournament.
The doors at Archie Browning open to the public at 11am on Friday and 8am on Saturday and Sunday. Food vendors include Saltchuck Pies, Los Panas Kitchen and Hazel’s Ice Cream. The Straight & Narrow/Driftwood beverage garden will be serving Friday evening and from 3pm on Saturday.
Tickets are just $2–yes, a toonie–for Friday evening. Full tournament passes are $30 in advance, $35 at the door. Single days are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Students and seniors are $5 off. Children 10 and under are free.
SKAMpede – July 11-13
Get ready for Theatre SKAM’s annual SKAMpede Festival, returning July 11-13! This beloved outdoor live performance event brings the magic of theatre, clowning, dance, and music to Victoria’s scenic Inner Harbour and Gorge Waterway. Perfect for all ages, SKAMpede offers a series of captivating 10-minute shows presented by a mix of local talent and acclaimed artists from across Canada — each selected by a jury of professional theatre creators.
Join a ticketed tour along the Galloping Goose or Songhees Walkway, where you’ll encounter site-specific performances that will surprise and delight. With two routes that run all weekend long, devoted SKAMpedians can catch every act!
This year’s lineup features local favourites Bragi Theatre, Iuvenis Productions,
Pay-What-You-Can tickets drop June 11—grab yours early and plan your weekend of wonder. More info at skam.ca
Canada Day Celebration hosted by City of Victoria – July 1
Victoria’s Inner Harbour will set the stage for celebration on July 1 as the City of Victoria hosts its annual Canada Day event featuring a lineup of B.C. musicians, activities for all ages and a fireworks finale.
The free, all-day event will showcase B.C.’s depth of musical talent. Headliner Delhi 2 Dublin is known for their high-energy Bhangra, electronic and Celtic fusion. They’ll be joined by Blue Moon Marquee, whose gritty, jazz-soaked blues earned them the 2024 Juno Award for Blues Album of the Year and MIINA, a dynamic pop-rock group with bold melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Victoria-based JAXXEE, will bring powerhouse vocals and bold songwriting, while Tk The Artist amps up the stage with genre-blending hip-hop that’s both personal and high energy.
The day opens with a welcome from the lək̓ʷəŋən Traditional Dancers, followed by performances from REACH!, Bagatelle and Victoria’s youth poet laureate Shauntelle / Huupʔaqsa / TSAYŁE Dick-Charleson. Host and emcee DJ Boitano will keep the energy going throughout the day.
A busking showcase at Ship Point will feature a local performers stage, celebrating homegrown talent from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Food trucks and activities for all ages will fill the Inner Harbour, leading up to a spectacular fireworks display to close the night.
Victoria’s Canada Day celebration supports the City’s 2023–2026 Strategic Plan to enhance public programming, live music and the arts.
For the schedule, event information or to get involved as a volunteer, visit canadadayvictoria.ca.
