5 Awesome Things to Do in Victoria, BC, in August 2022

If your social calendar isn’t full in August yet, that’s perfect because we’ve got recommendations for you! Here are 5 awesome things to do in Victoria this month. And don’t forget that all throughout summer, Victoria has some amazing public markets you can explore.

Music by the Sea

August 1 to 5, 2022 @ Victoria International Marina

For those looking for some outdoor musical entertainment, this event is sure to please! You can’t go wrong with an international company of artists specializing in Classical and Jazz and the bold and picturesque Pacific as the backdrop. This will be a night to remember! 

FAN APPRECIATION DAY! Edmonton Riverhawks vs. Victoria HarbourCats

7:00 pm Sunday, August 7, 2022 @ The Wilson’s Group Stadium at Royal Athletic Park

Don’t miss the final game of the season! It’s also fan appreciation day so you’re guaranteed to get peppered with free swag and plenty of bonus prizes. Fun fact—it’s Edmonton’s first WCL team EVER! Gates open at 12 noon! 

Pet-A-Palooza

August 13 & 14, 2022 @ Bullen Park, 1140 Lyall Street 

The West Coast’s largest outdoor pet festival! Bring your pet to sample treats, food, accessories, and toys and get hooked up with tons of free swag! What could be better than this!?… Maybe the wiener dog race! Oh and it’s completely FREE! 

Sunrise Yoga in the Gardens

8:00 am, every Saturday, June – August 2022 @ Oak Bay Beach Hotel 

Start your day off right and arguably the BEST Hotel in Victoria, with the most breathtaking views! Spa Manager Tina Lyons offers a breath-focused Hatha/Vinyasa style of yoga suitable for all yogis! Each class is 60 mins and can be booked online in advance.

Vancouver Island Feast of Fields

1 – 4 pm on Sunday, August 28, 2022 @ Heritage Acres in Saanichton

POV: you’ve got a wine glass in one hand and a napkin in the other, strolling across a field, travelling from tent to tent, listening to live music and tasting gourmet creations from some of Vancouver Island’s top chefs, bakers, food artisans, vintners, brewers, distillers and others. Sounds AHHH-mazing, am I right!? You HAVE to check out this 24th annual Vancouver Island Feast of Fields! I’ll see you there!