# Event Details - **Event Name**: Land, Language & Songs - Songs at the Spindle Whorls - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 12:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Land, Language & Songs invites audiences on a unique afternoon of music, storytelling, and discovery as downtown Victoria becomes a living performance space, free of charge! Part of Pacific Opera Victoria’s Found in Translation initiative, which celebrates Indigenous languages alongside those brought to Canada by newcomers, this free walking event explores how language, music, and place connect us to one another and to the land we share. Beginning at Songhees Point, audiences are invited to follow a guided walking route linking four Spindle Whorl public art installations. With Opening and Closing gatherings by Songhees Knowledge Keeper Yuxwelupton Qwal’ qaxala (Bradley Dick), the journey features Pacific Opera Victoria artists performing works in Cree, Anishinaabe, Nuu-chah-nulth, Dakota, Toisan, Hindi, Japanese, and more, alongside stories and songs that celebrate the rich linguistic and cultural diversity of our community. The afternoon concludes at Beacon Hill Park, where artists and audiences gather for a shared musical finale. Participation is free, and guests are welcome to experience the full walking route or join at any of the scheduled stops. ---SCHEDULE--- This leisurely walking route includes approximately 15–20 minutes between each performance location. 12:30-1:00 p.m. – Opening Gathering Songhees Point Welcome with Yuxwelupton Qwal’ qaxala (Bradley Dick) and performances by Pacific Opera Victoria artists. We recommend bringing chairs or blankets as the Opening Gathering will at least be 30 minutes long. 1:30 p.m. Victoria City Hall Short musical performance. 2:05 p.m. Inner Harbour Short musical performance. 2:30 p.m. Royal BC Museum Short musical performance. 3:30 p.m. – Closing Gathering Beacon Hill Park Lookout Closing songs with Yuxwelupton Qwal’ qaxala (Bradley Dick) and Pacific Opera Victoria artists. e recommend bringing chairs or blankets as the Closing Gathering will at least be 30 minutes long. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/victoria/land-language-and-songs-songs-at-the-spindle-whorls/200030656242404 - **Event Categories**: performances, Art, Entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Victoria - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: Victoria British Columbia - **lat**: 48.4287 - **long**: -123.3645 - **full address**: Victoria British Columbia, Southbound Douglas at Cormorant, 1610 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Land, Language & Songs - Songs at the Spindle Whorls - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/fe4444b0d69fcf25c7b9d5ed61e8bb80777396ab0f54e38107dfc1aff89ef10b-rimg-w1200-h600-dcc8d8e8-gmir?v=1788489004 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Land, Language & Songs - Songs at the Spindle Whorls being held? - **A:** Land, Language & Songs - Songs at the Spindle Whorls takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 12:30 pm to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 12:30 pm at Victoria British Columbia, Southbound Douglas at Cormorant, 1610 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Land, Language & Songs - Songs at the Spindle Whorls? - **A:** Land, Language & Songs - Songs at the Spindle Whorls is organized by Pacific Opera Victoria. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Pacific Opera Victoria's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Pacific Opera Victoria a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Pacific Opera Victoria has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Land, Language & Songs - Songs at the Spindle Whorls is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Victoria, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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