Events

The 27th annual Dragon Boat Festival had something for everyone

The race began at 8:00 a.m. on the morning of August 10. Thirty-seven teams came from across B.C., and some from California, to compete. The womens and mixed teams raced…

¡Que Viva México! Festival Mexicano brings vibrant movement to Victoria’s Inner Harbor

As temperatures soared from July 13–14, Victoria’s Ship Point hosted the annual Festival Mexicano.

Nothing is set in stone: review of the Royal BC Museum’s Stonehenge exhibition

The new exhibit at RBCM proves that as culture shifts, so does our understanding — even of prehistoric monuments like Stonehenge.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year returns to Victoria

The prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition has returned to the Royal BC Museum, running from March 1 to June 2. It displays the incredible work of photographers from…

A conversation with Amy Frank about her latest exhibition

Amy Frank is a Victoria-based artist whose exhibition, The Wisdom of Wonderland, is currently on display at the Cedar Hill Recreation Centre. She recently sat down with the Martlet to…

Tsukino-Con’s long-awaited return to UVic

Fans of Japanese animation and culture rejoiced last month as Tsukino-Con made a return to UVic after a four-year-long hiatus.

Jen Gunter sheds light on menstruation disinformation and her hopes for the future of gynecological research

On Feb. 24, Dr. Jen Gunter will join UVic professor Thea Cacchioni in conversation as part of the Blood book tour.

Up-and-coming Victoria playwright makes their debut at Paul Phillips Hall

Skipping Stones graced the stage of Paul Phillips Hall on Jan. 13 and 14, brought to life by the talented individuals of Undergrowth Theatre.

The Belfry’s Game:Play explores the child-like wonder of playing games

Shadow puppet and improv show Game:Play is centered around childlike absurdity, situational humour, and the wonder of playing games.