Royal Theatre
Victoria's premier historic theatre, home to the Victoria Symphony, Pacific Opera Victoria, and Broadway touring productions. Built in 1913, the Royal Theatre seats 1,418 and is a cornerstone of Island arts.
- Victoria Symphony home stage
- Pacific Opera Victoria
McPherson Playhouse
Intimate 800-seat theatre in the heart of downtown Victoria. Home to local theatre companies, dance performances, comedy shows, and community events.
- Intimate 800-seat venue
- Local theatre companies
Lucky Bar
Victoria's beloved underground live music venue on Yates Street. Hosting indie, alternative, electronic, and local acts seven nights a week since 1998.
- Nightly live music
- Local and touring acts
The Watering Hole
Waterfront live music pub on Victoria's Inner Harbour. Known for local bands, open mic nights, and a lively atmosphere with harbour views.
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
The largest public art museum on Vancouver Island, featuring Canadian and international art, a renowned Asian art collection, and rotating exhibitions. Located in the historic Spencer Mansion.
- Largest public art museum on Vancouver Island
- Asian art collection
Open Space Arts Society
Victoria's leading artist-run centre for contemporary art, performance, and media arts. Supporting emerging and established artists with exhibitions, residencies, and public programming.
Port Theatre
Nanaimo's premier performing arts centre, seating 800 on the waterfront. Home to Symphony Nanaimo, touring Broadway shows, comedy, dance, and community events.
- 800-seat waterfront venue
- Symphony Nanaimo
Sid Williams Theatre
The Comox Valley's main performing arts venue, hosting local theatre, symphony, dance, and touring productions. A cultural anchor for the Courtenay-Comox community.
Victoria International JazzFest
One of Canada's premier jazz festivals, held annually in late June across Victoria. Featuring world-class jazz, blues, and roots musicians at indoor and outdoor venues throughout the city.
- One of Canada's premier jazz festivals
- Late June annually
Quw'utsun' Cultural Centre
The cultural heart of the Cowichan Tribes, offering traditional arts, weaving, carving, storytelling, and cultural experiences. One of the largest First Nations cultural centres in BC.
- Largest First Nations cultural centre in BC
- Traditional arts and crafts