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Nov 28 - Where to hear Christmas music in Victoria
Five mezcal cocktails to try, Capital Comic Con bids farewell, businesses take issue with Esquimalt bike lane plans.
Capital Daily Team
November 28, 2024
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Good morning !
It’s officially cold. I’m writing this while wrapped in a heated blanket, knowing that this is just the beginning of the chilly dark nights.
If you’re looking to get out of the house but want somewhere cozy and indoors to land, we’ve got a collection of holiday concerts and cozy cocktail bars to help you embrace the winter season.
— Robyn
Today’s approx. read time: 4 minutes
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EVENTS
Holiday concerts happening in Victoria
Candlelight concert. Photo: Ruslan Lytvyn / Shutterstock
The days are getting shorter and chillier, but there are plenty of cozy Christmas concerts happening around the city to keep you warm. From traditional coral music—like a candlelight concert of Handel’s Messiah to holiday pop tunes—like Sweet Soul Choir’s swinging Christmas show—there’s something for each of your family members to enjoy.
Get yourself into the holiday spirit with these festive music events. Check out our full list here.
Did we miss any shows? We’ll update the list as concerts are announced.
⚠️ Capital Bulletin
Esquimalt bike lanes: Have your say. [Survey closes Jan. 27]
Reminder: Don’t leave packages in your vehicle. [West Shore RCMP]
Driving today? Check the current traffic situation via Google.
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FOOD + DRINK
5 mezcal cocktails to try in Victoria
Mezcal cocktail from Wind Cries Mary. Photo: Wind Cries Mary
If tequila is your liquor of choice, you may be interested in its richer, smokier cousin: mezcal. The spirit is a traditional Mexican distilled spirit made from the agave plant—as is tequila—with producers mainly in Oaxaca.
It has a distinctive bold, earthy, and smoky flavour, which comes from roasting the agave hearts in underground pits before fermentation. The spirit has been growing in popularity in Canada in recent years and has carved out a niche among spirits enthusiasts, bartenders, and those seeking unique craft beverages.
Its signature smoky flavour adds depth and complexity to drinks, appealing to adventurous palates. Check out these Victoria bars to escape the fall rain and warm up with a tasty mezcal cocktail.
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⭐️ Capital Picks
🏄 Good Vibrations: The Beach Boys to kick off Canadian tour in Victoria on March 22, 2025.
🥞 Don’t miss out on holiday fun at Pancakes & Pajamas! First seating is sold out and afternoon tickets are going fast. Get yours today!*
⛰️ Mt. Baker through the seasons: See the mountain with varying snow levels throughout the year. [Facebook photos]
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🗞️ In Other News
Comic Con Comic Gone from Greater Victoria
Capital City Comic Con was a huge success in its brief three-year, pandemic-interrupted stay. A joint venture of Destination Greater Victoria, the Downtown Victoria Business Association, and Cherry Bombs Toys, the cosplay convention last convened in 2022 before taking last year off. One of the organizers says they just didn’t have the many resources needed to put on the show again. [CHEK]
Bike lane plans leave parking in dust say Esquimalt businesses
Some merchants say they oppose the proposed east-west protected bike lanes because they will take away street-side parking on Esquimalt between Lampson and Canteen. Even the owner of a bike shop in the middle of that stretch says parking has to come first. The group has proposed the bike lanes be built to loop below the main artery Esquimalt, and run past Bullen Park and the Archie Browning Sports Centre instead. See resident survey in the Bulletins section. [Times Colonist]
Students wait on extreme-weather protocol change at UVic
The university was criticized last Jan. after a student was struck by a car on Ring Road during a snowstorm on a day some felt was dangerous enough to close the campus. A student petition followed, calling for virtual classes on days of extreme weather. Students say they're still waiting for UVic to change its strategy from “when in doubt, keep the university open” to “when in doubt, close the university.” [Martlet]
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🗓️ Things to do
🛍️ UVic Artisan Market: Celebrate creativity with this showcase of handmade crafts from talented local and student artisans in the Student Union Building today. 12-6pm. [Info]
🎨 Paint Night Fundraiser Event: Unleash your inner artist on this guided and interactive painting experience at Spencer Middle School in Langford tonight. 6-8pm. [Info]
💿 David Gogo and Band: See David Gogo present his new album YEAH! at Hermanns tonight. 7pm [Info]
❓🍕 Trivia Thursday: Test your knowledge and grab a slice at Brickyard Pizza tonight. 7:30pm [Info]
❄️ Winter Wonderland: Kick off the holiday season in Cook Street Village, featuring craft vendors, village-wide deals, carollers, photos with Santa, and more, tomorrow. 4-8pm. [Info]
🎅🏼 Victoria Santa Claus Parade: Check out the beloved Victoria holiday tradition in its 42nd year, with floats, live music, and a visit from Santa starting at Belleville and Government. Sat. 5-8:30pm. [Info]
🩰 Royal Winnipeg Ballet's Nutcracker: See the Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s Canadian spin on the ballet, featuring a hockey game, Mounties, and polar bears, at Royal Theatre this weekend. [Info]
👀 In Case You Missed It
Wednesday’s headlines: Action needed to avert whale-ship strikes; Man rescued after makeshift raft incident; Defending the sea cucumber; And more. [Nov. 27]
Pricier fares predicted by BC Ferries’ boss. [Capital Daily]
Donors save 6 ha of land with old-growth trees in Central Saanich. [CHEK]
Help this U-13 hockey team play in China. [Victoria Admirals]
Trouble at the henhouse: A large northern goshawk was found stuck in a chicken coop at Gordon’s Beach. [Facebook]
Wanted man Colin Monkman, 30, arrested yesterday. [VicPD]
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