Rae Porter

Monday Magazine contributor

If youB次元官网网址檝e strolled down to Ogden Point at any point over the last few summers, chances are youB次元官网网址檝e noticed some changes. Sure, Pier A has a new paint job and thereB次元官网网址檚 a lot of pipe laying around, but thatB次元官网网址檚 not all.

Entering its fourth season, Friday nights at The Breakwater Barge has been breathing new life into a part of the city that is used to seeing more tourists than locals in the summer months.

Presented by the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority in partnership with Deanna Young Promotions, the Breakwater Barge is a community minded, live music venue that serves up a perfect slice of Victoria.

The start of a new season has brought a couple of changes. A new barge and a reconfigured site have led to more accessibility and a better overall experience. From the stunning views and family friendly vibe, to the local beers, ciders and fresh food truck fare, all soundtracked by the best of the South IslandB次元官网网址檚 music scene; itB次元官网网址檚 a perfect place to entertain the kids, catch up with friends, or wind down from a hectic work week.

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In past seasons, The Barge (as itB次元官网网址檚 affectionately known) has had its fair share of local favourites grace its stage. Past highlights include intimate performances from Jon Middleton, Vince Vaccaro, Fox Glove, Caleb Hart, and who could forget Jesse RoperB次元官网网址檚 secret set that saw the length of the breakwater walkway packed with fans?

The 2019 Barge season opens with a bang with the New Souls kicking things off May 31 with their own brand of soul and R&B-infused funk. Morgan Brooker, artistic director for The Breakwater Barge, has strived to create a diverse musical lineup of local artists, sure to appeal to all ages.

B次元官网网址淚B次元官网网址檓 genuinely excited for the entire lineup,B次元官网网址� he says. B次元官网网址淚 feel like this is the strongest one yet.B次元官网网址�

June sees Cities return to the floating stage for the third time, with The Hip Replacements (the IslandB次元官网网址檚 best Tragically Hip tribute band) making their Barge debut in July. In August, the incomparable DJ Yachtub (the sleeper hit of the 2018 season) will be sure to get the barge grooving with another evening of rousing Yacht Rock.

B次元官网网址淭he Breakwater Barge is a community event,B次元官网网址� Brooker adds. B次元官网网址淲e want everyone to come down and enjoy great music, great beers and a phenomenal view.B次元官网网址�

With music usually starting around 5:30 p.m. and a curfew of 9:30, itB次元官网网址檚 the perfect location to see in those sweet summer evenings and ease into your weekend.

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