Valentine's Day is a time to celebrate love and there is no shortage of ways to do that in Greater Victoria. Here's a round-up of events, including for singles, those happily-paired, literary lovers, dancers, and chocoholics.
Singles can celebrate too
Lovelandia presents: Match me if you can
Feb. 14 at the Rifflandia Showroom, 2500 Rock Bay Ave. | 7-11 p.m. | 19+ | Applications open through Rifflandia.com
From Rifflandia, who knows how to put on a stellar event. Pairs of friends pitch their single friend to an audience of 150 with a fun and engaging three-minute slide presentation.
It's Lit: Romantasy Trivia
Friday, Feb. 14 at Small Gods Brewing, Sidney | 6-8 p.m. | $10 per team
Romantasy readers can test their knowledge of Sarah J. Maas, Rebecca Yarros, and other beloved romantasy authors. Teams consist of 2-4 players, and character-inspired costumes are encouraged to compete for glory and prizes.
Gigs and parties
All Ages Valentine's Day Gig
Friday, Feb. 14 at Oaklands Community Centre & Association | 7:30-11 p.m.
A fun-filled night of live music, non-alcoholic drinks, and grown adults playing "derivative guitar music". Bands include , and .
BESTIE - An R&B Party
Friday, Feb. 14 at Lucky Bar | 10 p.m. | Tickets $10 advance through Showpass, first 20 sold include a +1
A night of dancing with music by SZA, Beyonce, Tinashe, Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Ciara, TLC, Aaliyah, Usher, Frank Ocean, Bryson Tiller, 6lack, Jeremih, Khalid, The Weeknd and a lot more.
Classical characters
Edie Daponte: LetB次元官网网址檚 Fall in Love
Friday, Feb. 14 at Hermann's Jazz Club | 7-9 p.m. doors at 5:30 p.m. | Tickets $35 plus tax | All ages
Edie takes listeners on a romantic journey through classic love songs, original compositions and passionate melodies in an intimate concert.
Valentine Tea and Fashion Show
Saturday, Feb. 15 at Cordova Bay United Church, 813 Claremont Ave. | Doors 1:30 p.m., tea 2 p.m. | Tickets $35 through 250-658-5680
This fashion show brings history to life, featuring costumes and characters of historical B.C. women and men. All proceeds support For the Love of Africa Society.
The gayest party in town
GAYBAR
Friday, Feb. 14 at Capital Ballroom | 8:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Organized by That's So Drag and inspired by the '90s New York gay bar, this event promises to be the gayest party in town! Featuring music from Anika, DJ Miso, Mitchellitchell, REISHI and MISTER.
Falling in love while learning
Chocolate Making Class
Pure Lovin' Chocolate, 2020 Douglas St. Victoria | 6:30 p.m. |
Learn how to make dark chocolate ganache, handroll and dip chocolate truffles, temper chocolate by hand, make dark chocolate fruit and nut bark or clusters. Participants leave with their goodies. Tickets include two glasses of wine or a selection of non-alcoholic drinks.
Partner Massage Workshop - Zenthai Shiatsu
Friday, Feb. 14 | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Tickets $95/pair (Early bird by Jan. 30) or $120 (after Jan. 30)
An intimate and heart-centred evening to connect deeply with a loved one and explore therapeutic touch.
VFF and chill
Victoria Film Festival
Running all weekend at various venues
Catch a flick at one of Victoria's annual not-to-be-missed events. For more, visit victoriafilmfestival.com.
A Night at the Movies with Ken Lavigne
Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney | 7:30 p.m. | tickets $46.20
The musical magic of the silver screen is brought to life by Ken Lavigne B次元官网网址� from sweeping orchestral scores to chart-topping pop hits.
