# Cultural and arts events in Victoria > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cultural-and-arts-events-in-victoria > Updated: 2026-10-02T12:30:00.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. Victoria is hosting a series of cultural, musical, and arts-focused events throughout late 2026. In mid-September, the city held the 21st annual Anarchist Bookfair, which included a community dinner and an all-ages rap show. Other scheduled performances included an Aretha Franklin tribute concert at the Royal Theatre and the play ‘Women of the Fur Trade’ at the Belfry Theatre, alongside various local festivals and the Terry Fox Run. By October, the focus shifted to film and hospitality arts. The Antimatter festival returned for its 29th year, showcasing 136 films from 31 countries. Additionally, the Victoria Film Festival organized ‘The Art of the Cocktail,’ a 1930s-themed event at Crystal Garden designed to celebrate the local hospitality and arts community. ## Claims - The Art of the Cocktail event celebrates both the arts and the identity of Victoria. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Art of the Cocktail event is scheduled for October 24 at Crystal Garden. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The event features a 1930s theme. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The event expects a crowd of approximately 1,000 people. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-02: Victoria hosts upcoming film and cocktail arts festivals Victoria hosts upcoming cultural events, including the 1930s-themed ‘Art of the Cocktail’ on October 24 and the 29th annual Antimatter moving image art festival from October 15 to 25. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/victoria-hosts-upcoming-film-and-cocktail-arts-festivals ### 2026-09-17: Victoria hosts Anarchist Bookfair and various cultural events Victoria, Canada, hosts various events from September 18-20, including the 21st annual Anarchist Bookfair, an Aretha Franklin tribute at the Royal Theatre, and several theatrical performances. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/victoria-hosts-anarchist-bookfair-and-various-cultural-events --- Cite as: Cultural and arts events in Victoria. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/cultural-and-arts-events-in-victoria