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Market Square

560 Johnson Street Victoria BC map

With over forty-five independently owned and operated shops, restaurants, and a nightclub to serve you, Market Square is sure to be on your "must see" list when visiting The Garden City. Whether you're looking for Canadian arts and crafts or treasures from around the world, chances are, you'll find it at Market Square. Located in the heart of Old Town, Market Square's courtyard is home to concerts, festivals, and events throughout the year.

Open / Operational

Accessible

Venue Specs

Capacity600

Venue Formatoutdoor

Liquor LicenseNone

Capacity Notes/Detailsestimated capacity

Has StageNo

RentableYes

Has Sound / LightingNo

Access to ElectricityYes

Access to WaterNo

Access to WashroomsYes

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Community Events

Past Events

13

Dec

2025

14:00 16:00

47th Annual Victoria Holiday Tubas

Holiday Tubas returns to Market Square for a joyful seasonal tradition.

By Donation

Event can be attended in person

26

Jul

2025

12:00 16:00

Thirsty Chef: 11th Anniversary

Join us for a West Coast food & craft beer fest at Market Square!

$50

Event can be attended in person

14

Dec

2024

13:00 15:00

46th Annual Victoria Tuba Christmas

Tuba Christmas returns to Market Square as one of Victoria's festive traditions!

By Donation

Event can be attended in person

22

Jul

2023

Market Square Festival

Live performance at the esteems Market Square Festival. Come celebrate downtown!

Free

Event can be attended in person

14

Dec

2019

13:00 15:00

41st Annual TubaChristmas

Tuba Christmas Victoria presents the 41st annual gathering of more than 100 tuba...

By Donation

Event can be attended in person

25

Aug

2018

23:00 16:00

FringeKids Fest: Stashes and Lashes Drag Story Time, Cam and Daisy, Theatre SKAM...

FringeKids Fest at the 2018 Victoria Fringe is fun for the whole family, with ar...

Free

Event can be attended in person

17

Mar

2018

12:00

1st St Patrick's Day FREE Family Event: The O'Brien School of Irish Dance, Stage...

Join us for our 1st St Patrick's Day FREE Family Event Celebrating the Luck of t...

Free

Event can be attended in person

25

Sep

2016

10:00 16:00

Etsy Made in Canada Market

Come and support our TWO day Etsy Made in Canada Market, Sept 24 and Sept 25, 10...

Free

Event can be attended in person

25

Sep

2016

10:00 16:00

Etsy: Made in Canada Victoria Marketplace

The largest coast-to-coast pop-up event is back celebrating local artisans in 38...

Event can be attended in person

24

Sep

2016

10:00 16:00

Etsy Made in Canada Market

Come and support our TWO day Etsy Made in Canada Market, Sept 24 and Sept 25, 10...

Free

Event can be attended in person

24

Sep

2016

10:00 16:00

Etsy: Made in Canada Victoria Marketplace

The largest coast-to-coast pop-up event is back celebrating local artisans in 38...

Event can be attended in person

13

Aug

2016

15:00 17:00

Pop Up Saturdays: Zoubi and the Sea, Karly Summers

July 2 – August 20 (except Aug 6), Saturday afternoons, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm ...

Event can be attended in person

12

Dec

2015

13:00

Tuba Christmas

Tuba Christmas 70 tuba and euphonium players from Vancouver Island and beyond...

By Donation

Event can be attended in person

29

Aug

2015

11:00 16:00

FringeKids

This fun, free event introduces children to the magic of the Fringe with live pe...

Free

Event can be attended in person

11

Jun

2015

until

14

Jun

UNCOVER - ART EXHIBITION: JASON ROLSTONE

uncover: to lay bare; disclose; reveal; to make known one's true self inaugur...

Free

Event can be attended in person

13

Dec

2014

13:00

Eugene Dowling, Paul Beauchesne

Annual Tuba Christmas 70 tubas and euphoniums from Vancouver Island and bey...

Free

Event can be attended in person

06

Dec

2014

13:00 15:00

Greater Victoria Concert Band

Enjoy a family-friendly free outdoor Christmas concert while you shop downtown. ...

Free

Event can be attended in person

03

Aug

2014

until

28

Sep

Victoria Flea Market

South Vancouver Island's best venue for vintage, retro and collectible items, qu...

Free

Event can be attended in person

05

Apr

2014

12:00 16:00

4th Annual Tartan Day

The Victoria Highland Games Association is pleased to host Victoria’s 4th Annu...

Free

Event can be attended in person

15

Dec

2013

16:00 13:00

Lunch Beat Victoria - December Edition: LUNCH BEAT VICTORIA with DJ Anger

No standing just dancing. Outdoor lunchtime dance party in the Market Square cov...

Event can be attended in person

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Location

Address560 Johnson Street