Victoria Entertainment

  1. Darcy's Pub

    Eschewing the DJ route, this laid-back pub offers free live acts every night, ranging from weekend cover bands to a Monday night open-mike session. In between, it's singer-songwriters with weepy love songs to get off their chests. While few of the acts are likely to set the world on fire, they provide a relaxing accompaniment to the pub's convivial atmosphere.

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  2. Irish Times

    Residing in a handsome old bank building, this lively Celtic bar is a cut above standard Irish pubs. The interior is a pleasing fusion of high ceilings and dark wood finishes and the draft selection is a cornucopia of popular favorites from Ireland, France, Belgium and the UK. The menu has some gourmet flourishes (the shareable seafood tower is recommended) and there's live Irish music every night.

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  3. Legends

    Conveniently located under the Sticky Wicket pub, Legends is a mainstream hang-out known for its Saturday Top 40, hip-hop and R&B night. Friday is also popular and there are additional live acts throughout the month.

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  4. Logan's Pub

    A short stroll from downtown, this old-school sports pub looks like nothing special from the outside, but its roster of shows is the heart and soul of the local indie scene. Friday and Saturday are your best bet for performances but other nights are frequently also booked - check the pub's online calendar before you arrive.

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  5. Lucky Bar

    A Victoria night out institution, Lucky Bar offers an eclectic array of live music from ska and indie to electroclash. Bands perform at least twice a week, while the remaining evenings are filled by club nights that range from Wednesday's mod fest to Saturday's dance mix night.

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  7. Royal Theatre

    The Royal Theatre hosts mainstream theatre productions, and is also home of the Victoria Symphony and Pacific Opera Victoria.

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  8. Sugar

    A long-standing, popular club that's only open a few days a week, Sugar offers mainstream house and Top 40 DJ sounds (under a giant disco ball) plus regular live events.

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