Peanut butter and jelly, Bert and Ernie, summer and concerts – some pairings are just meant to be. There’s nothing quite like listening to tunes while soaking up some much-needed Vitamin D when the summer months hit. Check out these exciting music events coming to Victoria in July and August.
Phillips Backyard Weekender
A favourite watering hole among Victoria locals, Phillips Brewery will be hosting a two-day long music festival from July 26-28. Featured acts include Brooklyn indie-rockers the Dirty Projectors, rapper Danny Brown and Steel Pulse. Take in this eclectic variety of music while enjoying one of Phillip’s signature taps. Tickets are on sale now.
Victoria Bicycle Music Festival
Who says that music festivals are stationary? Some brilliant minds in Victoria are flipping the script on the standard music festival and combining it with one of the city’s most beloved pastimes – biking. The third annual Bicycle Music Festival will see attendees biking to each music venue to catch different concerts across the city. Pedal your way to performances by Rae Spoon, Elder Sister Plum and Resistance Rising Choir. The event will kick off on July 21st at 1pm at Pioneer Square.
Symphony Splash
Fireworks, the seafront and Tchaikovsky – these three elements come together in one of the most anticipated summer events in Victoria. The Victoria Symphony Splash is a celebration of classical music that features performance by the Victoria Symphony on a floating stage in the Inner Harbour. Enjoy meal at the Culinary Corner before settling in to take in a performance of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture accompanied by a stunning fireworks display.
Best Western Vancouver Island offers convenient accommodations for travelling concert goers looking for a place to rest their dancing feet. Our centrally located hotels in Victoria offer a great jumping off point from which to explore the city this summer. Explore out Vancouver Island locations and book your stay today.
