Local Entertainment

Victoria event features competitive challenges, food and entertainment options Aug. 6 and 7

London-born Sarah Smith falls for B.C.’s peaceful folk scene

Variety of musical performances scheduled, some free, others ticketed

Horticulture centre hosting family-friendly festival for a 26th year, Aug. 6 and 7

Victoria galleries host a refreshing display of wilderness works this summer with rare paintings from the Group of Seven, carvings fresh from the northern territories, European-inspired gemstone jewelry and fine brushwork of the Canadian outdoors.

Thousands spent the afternoon and evening enjoying music, food, and more

The Aug. 4 concert starts at 10:30 a.m.

Performances set for Aug. 12, 13, 19, and 20

‘Finishing touches’ and move expected to be completed this month

Viano String Quartet makes Greater Victoria debut with July 28 concert