Welcome back, Greater Victoria! This might be the most delightfully random lineup we've ever put together — and that's saying something. There's a festival for pickle lovers, a mixer for the 40+ crowd looking to meet someone new, and somewhere in the mix, actual knights and turkey legs are involved too. 👀

That's not even scratching the surface: bike races, a car show in Langford, and a peninsula-wide food trail are all happening too. Our Family Fun Picks are stacked this week — think ABBA under the stars, a full day of Sooke tradition, and a vibrant celebration of Vietnamese culture. In News Bites, find out how you can help foster a pet rescued from BC wildfires, and don't miss your last good look at the Perseids before the shower fades. Open it up to get the full scoop.

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