West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Studio and Giftshop
2024-12-21 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-25 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-27 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-28 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Doukhobor Discovery Centre, 112 Heritage Way, Castlegar, BC, V1N 4M5, Canada
Visit the Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Guild Studio and Gift Shop located at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, Heritage Way in Castlegar this summer. Meet our members, shop a selection of handcrafted items in our giftshop and enjoy live demonstrations. Thinking to join? Find us on Facebook and Instagram @selkirkweaversspinners. Saturdays only in June. Wed-Sat July through Sept.

Celebrate Winter Solstice (One Day Retreat)
2024-12-21 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Online
Join us at this potent time of the sun’s rebirth. We will be honouring our deep connection with nature, inviting in the nurturing power of the Light and letting it shine out to others throughout the world.
Combining movement and stillness we will be reflecting, bringing together the opposites and connecting to the wisdom within. Tools such as the Divine Light Invocation, visualizations, meditations, and gentle hatha yoga movements with reflection encourage a deeper understanding of your life’s path. Yoga is now– a perfect time to pause, reflect and renew with insights about how you want to move forward with loving kindness which expands out to each other, the planet and beyond.

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2024-12-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-28 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
During the height of the Cold War, in the 1950s and 1960s, nearly 50 bunkers were constructed across Canada. In 2017, the Nelson Museum began work on restoring the space and opening it to the public. You can join a tour of one of the Museumʼs best-loved spaces!
From iodine pills and Geiger counters to board games and ashtrays, visitors get a glimpse of the vast measures taken to create normalcy in an extraordinary time.
Email info@nelsonmuseum.ca to register. Adult admission required – children under 18 are always free!

Out of the Ordinary | Holiday Market
2024-12-21 15:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-22 12:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Eagles Hall, 641 baker street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4J3, Canada
Out of the Ordinary is a holiday makers market for all the last-minute shoppers, right downtown Nelson at the Eagles Hall!
Saturday, Dec 21st 3-9pm
Sunday, Dec 22nd 12-6pm

Out of the Ordinary | Holiday Market
2024-12-21 15:00 - 2024-12-22 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Eagles Hall, 641 baker street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4J3, Canada
Out of the Ordinary is a holiday makers market for all the last minute shoppers, right downtown Nelson at the Eagles Hall!
Saturday Dec 21st 3-9pm
Sunday Dec22nd 12-6pm

Velle & Kootenay Soul Quartet - Live!
2024-12-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Jimmy’s Pub & Grill, 1418 Canyon Street, Creston, BC
Join us on December 21st at 8 PM for an enchanting evening of music with Velle & Kootenay Soul Quartet. Let their soulful melodies and captivating energy warm your heart during this holiday season.
Don’t miss this magical performance—mark your calendars!

Open Mic
2024-12-21 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | Slocan Lake Arts Centre, 408 Lake Avenue, Silverton, BC, V0G 1S0
Hosted by Jeff Bonner, this licensed evening of performances will be a delight and full of surprises! Come to play, or simply to enjoy the local talents.
Event takes place in our Slocan Lake Arts Center: 408 4th Street, Silverton BC
This happens every 3rd Saturday of the month!

Fiesta Latina
2024-12-21 19:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | Finley’s Bar $ Grill, 705 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, V1L 4G3, Canada
***30 min Salsa class starting at 7 pm***
Fiesta Latina is back to fire up the dance floor at Finley’s!
Join us for an electrifying Fiesta Latina hosted by Tapatia Collective. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms and flavors of Latin America.
Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just looking to spice up your weekend, this event is for you!
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Latin culture and community. Grab your friends and come join the fiesta!We can’t wait to dance the night away with you

BCDC w/ Our Name Is Jonas – 2024 Christmas Crankoff!
2024-12-21 19:30 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4E5

KRAMPUS KLAMPDOWN
2024-12-21 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
All proceeds to charity!

Featuring
The Tarholes
Toaster
Jayne Karma Lamo and the Interbeings
Fabric Softener

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2024-12-22 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-29 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | New Key’s Pub, 16070 BC-3A, Crawford Bay, BC, V0B 1E0, Canada
Newkeys Place in Crawforbay presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie, Like with friends.
Sundays 4-7

Good Time Buffets Après Vinyl Set
2024-12-26 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Backroads Brewing, 460 Baker St, Nelson, BC, V1L4H8, Canada
Kick off your Boxing Day festivities with Golf Rosney and The Noisy Eater’s Good Times Buffet as they share their love of vinyl, blending Hip Hop, Soul, Funk & Disco. Just a couple of pals whose only concern is putting a smile on your face and bringing you the good times you deserve.

Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings
2024-12-26 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
The Nelson Museum is open late on Thursdays and admission is FREE from 4-8pm. Explore the new gallery exhibitions — A Crack in the Mirror in Gallery A and Within This Earthen Vessel in Gallery B — discover the region’s history in the 2nd Floor Museum Exhibit, and shop work from over 120 local artists in the Gift Shop.

Apres FREE! Thursday evenings
2024-12-26 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
The days are shorter but the Nelson Museum is open longer! Thursdays from 4-8pm is FREE admission to the galleries, museum and Shop, where you can explore the newest exhibitions, learn about local history, and shop over 100 local artists!

Boxing Day Bash
2024-12-26 21:00 - 2024-12-27 01:00 (America/Vancouver) | Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4E5

Boxing Day: Prayer Handz Live At Bloom Nightclub
2024-12-26 22:00 - 2024-12-27 02:00 (America/Vancouver) | Bloom Nightclub, 198 Baker St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H4, Canada
Prayer Handz – Canadian Producer | DJ | MC
That feeling when house music hits your soul – when you can’t
help but feel your problems fade away and a smile make its
way to your face – that spiritual experience on the dance floor is
the type of gospel Prayer Handz sets out to deliver.
“Prayer Handz” has curated a style unique to his own and
gained a very loyal following in recent years.
In the studio by day; this impassioned talent pulls inspiration
from the worlds of Hip Hop & Soul Music, and blends them with
modern day Bass and Tech House energy. This mixing pot of
influences allows each release to be predictably unpredictable;
with diversity and creativity flowing throughout his catalogue. In
the club or festival circuit by night, his DJ sets offer high energy
sounds, fast paced flow, and some live MCing to put the cherry
on top of these memorable performances.
KTNY – Fernie BC – DJ | Producer
Throwbekk – Nelson BC – DJ
10-2AM
19+

WINTER WONDERLAND MARKET
2024-12-27 - 2024-12-28 | Radium Hot Springs Centre, 4863 Stanley St, Radium, BC, BC V0A 1M0
Join us at the Radium Hot Springs Centre for a festival winter market.
December 29, 11:00am – 3:00pm
December 30, 11:00am – 3:00pm

December Music at Red Light Ramen
2024-12-27 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Red Light Ramen, 308 Herridge Lane, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 6G5, Canada
This December, let Red Light be your cozy Friday escape! From 6-9 PM every Friday, we’re filling the evening with curated soundscapes to set the perfect tone for the weekend. Our patio is the ideal spot to enjoy the fresh winter air, with heaters to keep you warm and music to soothe your soul. Whether inside or out, it’s all about great vibes and even better tunes. See you there!
Reservations are always encouraged.
D.6 – Rosso @rosssoooo
D.7 Sylvie Le Sylvie Art Exhibition @sylvielesylvie
Music from Rena Vee @renaveemusic
D.13 – Lexa Voltz @lexa_voltz
D.20 – Fluxo @fluxoryan
D.27 – Wils @wils_curates

The Royal Art Throwdown – Round 2
2024-12-27 19:30 - 23:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
The silly season is upon us and we would like to throw your favorite winter event into the mix!!
Art throwdown is on and we are stoked to welcome a new bunch of artists and a new DJ to the stage on the 27th!!
If you haven’t been to one of these make sure you get there!But let me give you a rundown so you know what to expect.
On the night there will be 2 heats of 3 artists on stage. Heats are only an hour long for which the artists can create pretty much anything they like. Painting, drawing, pyrography, You name it.At the end of the heat you ‘the audience’ will vote for your favorite piece with the winner taking home some prizes and earning a spot in the finals in march.You will also have the chance to go home with art pieces created on the night. Buy some raffle tickets and go in the draw to win. All money raised from the raffles goes to the artists which is a great way to show your appreciation for their talents and bravery while also taking home some saweeeettt Art!!
So who do we have on stage in round 2?Josh from @kickstartcustomsAnna Jauncey + SurpriseCraig from @dinofight and @thehilltiesJen AdamsLarisa EikensSarah Shipton

On the decks for this round we have the one and only Dubconscious setting the vibe for our artists.
We couldn’t do this without our fantastic sponsors:Paradise PaintersThe RoyalRipping GiraffeBuddys PlaceWhitewater Ski ResortMallards Source for SportsKootenay CoopThe Hume HotelOso Negro CoffeeUrban LegendsBeautiesRetallack LodgeNelson Farmers Supplyand more…
So get around it and show up. Its gonna be busy so get in early and support your favorite artists!!!
Can’t wait to get arty with you.
xx Mr Paradise

Moontricks w/ guests – Night 1
2024-12-27 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4E5
On The Road Productions and The Hume Hotel present..
Two nights withMOONTRICKS!Friday Dec 27th & Saturday Dec 28th, 2024special guests TBA
Doors open at 8pm both nightsAdvance tickets $30 + fees at the Hume Hotel or online here:
Night one: https://humehotel.tickit.ca/events/26541Night two: https://humehotel.tickit.ca/events/26542
We have partnered with Plus 1 so that $1 per ticket goes to supporting The Unison Fund and their work to provide counselling and emergency relief services to the Canadian music community.

Jesse Pleissis at Elk View Lodge
2024-12-28 14:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Elk View Lodge, 3934 Cokato Rd, Fernie, BC, V0B 1M4
A very special performance by renowned pianist, Jesse Pleissis on the Elk View Lodge Grand Piano.
Two performances at 2pm & 7pm.
Tickets are $30 in advance; please text 519-701-3821 to reserve.
Jesse Plessis is a Canadian pianist and composer in doctoral studies in composition at McGill University with Philippe Leroux, funded by the Schulich Excellence Fellowship. He was born in Sparwood British Columbia, and belongs to the Métis Nation of British Columbia. Jesse will perform on the full-size Kawai Grand Piano.
Pleissis studied piano and composition at the University of Lethbridge, Brandon University, took classes with Norma Fischer in England and Edith Fischer in Switzerland, and holds a doctorate in piano performance from the Université de Montréal. As a pianist Jesse maintains a full performing schedule, and has performed across Canada and Europe. His compositions have been performed all over Canada and the U.S.A. by many groups and musicians including the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra, the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Brittany Rae, Jonathon Adams, the Land’s End Chamber Ensemble.
When he is not busy performing, practicing, composing, teaching, and walking his dog, Jesse enjoys running, surfing, kung-fu, and yoga whenever he can.

Love War
2024-12-28 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | Jimmy’s Pub & Grill, 1418 Canyon Street, Creston, BC
Experience the heartfelt sounds of Love War, a talented solo artist blending indie and country vibes. Join us for an intimate evening of soulful tunes and storytelling through music. Don’t miss it!
Time & Location

Dec 28, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:50 PM
Jimmy’s Pub, 1418 Canyon St, Creston, BC V0B 1G4, Canada

Moontricks w/ guests – Night 2
2024-12-28 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | Spiritbar, 422 Vernon St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4E5
