The Beachlands is a fabulous seaside park just a stone's throw south of the Lagoon Beach in Colwood. On Saturday, July 27 there will be live music all day, a food truck festival where you can sample flavours from around the world, beachside beverages served by Victoria Beer Society, and tons of fun by the ocean all day.
The Eats & Beats event area at The Beachalnds features a grassy lawn area, a playground, beach volleyball courts, a sandy play area and easy access to the beach and ocean. Over time we'll see more and more events and activities at the picturesque Beachlands site where new homes, parks, trails, restaurants, and shops, as well as an amphitheater, a public plaza and other engaging public spaces, are beginning to take shape.
The Beats
Groove to some of the best bands on the South Island, including The Soul Shakers, Silvertone, The Temps, Heist and Sugar the Band. And don't miss the dance lessons in between bands, provided by The Beat Dance Studio!
1:00pm Soul Shakers - Come shake it to the soulful sounds of the Soul Shakers, easily one of the best dance bands on Vancouver Island. Top-notch musicianship, stellar harmonies and high energy performances are a trademark of this band led by powerhouse singer and entertainer Joyce “The Voice” Allensen.
2:30pm Sugar - Sugar is a throwback soul band with a tight rhythm section, stellar vocals, and life altering sax solos. Come get your love.
3:15 Dance lesson with the Beat Dance Studio!
3:40pm Silvertone - this talented young power trio from Royal Bay High will take you on a journey to the 70’s... think Led Zeppelin, Cream and the Who and get ready to be blasted into the past
4:40pm Dance lesson with the Beat Dance Studio!
5:00pm Heist - With incredible, authentic tributes to the Tragically Hip and more, Heist delivers classic tunes that remind you how lucky we are to be living, playing and partying here in this place we get to call home.
6:30pm The Temps - Dance away the afternoon with the best mix of classic hits and modern rock. The Temps play songs you forgot were your favourites and bring the good times everywhere they go.
Serving up the eats
Sample a variety of international flavours at the Eats & Beats food festival ... Greek, Venezuelan, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Phillipino, French Canadian, Burgers, Pizza, Ice Cream, Treats, Beverages and more!
Deadbeetz Burgers | Greek on the Street | Big Boss Tacos | Ali Baba Pizza | Greek n Go | Poutine 66 | Country Crepes | Sheesh Shawarma | DIG | Mama Rosies | Lexi's Ice Cream & Treats | The Ice Cream Truck | Candy Time | Spoon & Spade | Los Panas Kitchen | Lemon Heaven | Holy Cow Mini Donuts | Bubble Bus | Dominos Pizza | Green Goose Grill
Free activities all day
While you're enjoying the beachisde beverages, eats, and beats, challenge your friends on the Bungee Run inflatable, jump into a beach game with West Shore Parks & Recreation, play bucket pong, get a henna tattoo from Karelia Sunflower Designs, play in the ocean, you can even get yourself an Eats & Beats t-shirt from Strong n Free t-shirts on the spot.
Getting to Eats & Beats at Royal Beach
With three Eats & Beats shuttle buses, bike valet parking, and free parking just up from the event, there are lots of ways to get to Eats & Beats.
Hop on a free Eats & Beats Shuttle: Follow signs to parking areas at Royal Bay Secondary School or the parking area below Quality Foods and then jump on one of three free Beach Bus shuttles that will run to the event and back all day.
Take BC Transit to the event: Take routes #50, #52, #53, or #61 to Royal Bay, then hop on the complimentary shuttle to the event. For more information visit http://bctransit.com/victoria/schedules-and-maps
Ride your bike: Use the free Capital Bike Valet! The Locker from Capital Bike is a safe and secure, staffed bike parking service. The Galloping Goose Regional Trail runs right through Colwood. Jump off the trail and make your way to Metchosin Road for an easy downhill cruise to The Beachlands.
Walk to Eats & Beats! Park at the Lagoon Beach for a leisurely walk along the beach to The Beachlands. It’s just about 1km between the Lagoon washrooms and Royal Beach. Or if you live in the area, enjoy one of the many trails into Royal Bay and down to the beach.
Got your own kayak? Park at the Lagoon Beach and paddle over to Eats & Beats!
However you get there...don't miss the best beach party of the summer!
Petiquette
With large crowds, amplified music, the aroma of delicious food everywhere, and lots of activity, pups may find it difficult to be calm and comfortable at this event. Any pets who do attend would need to be on leash at all times. Also important to note that pets are not permitted on the shuttle buses.
Get all the details
Visit www.colwood.ca/EatsnBeats to learn more and see which friends are going on the facebook event page. Interested in Eats & Beats sponsorship?