West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic
2024-06-09 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
Adult $71
Child (under 13) $42
Groups (6+) $66 each
Nelson! Get ready to welcome back Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic!
Following the roaring success of 2023’s Canadian tour, Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic is back by popular demand for a nationwide tour.
Get ready for summer the right way with a night of non-stop Rock anthems including We Will Rock You, We Are the Champions, Radio GaGa, I Want to Break Free, Somebody to Love, Don’t Stop Me Now, Another One Bites the Dust, A Kind of Magic, Bohemian Rhapsody and so many more.
Secure your seats TODAY, you won’t wanna miss out on this one!

Mug Night | 2 Week Pottery Class
2024-06-11 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
At the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre
Create a unique, one-of-a-kind mug in this two-week workshop! You’ll be guided through the entire process, from hand building and embellishing to trimming and glazing. No prior pottery experience is needed to join our Mug Night, making this an ideal introduction to pottery. Whether you’re crafting a gift, exploring a new hobby, or simply looking for a fun night out, this class is perfect for you!

Instruction by Sherry Cheriton from Sheramic
11 & 18 June, 6pm – 9pm
Your fired mugs will be ready for pickup on July 2nd
RVAC Pottery Studio, 320 Wilson st.
Open to teens & adults
$75 per person, all materials included

Clay is cherished for its endless possibilities. Your handmade mug can be sleek, silly, sentimental, or anything in between. Perhaps you want to create something more sculptural to fully explore the potentials of handbuilding. Or maybe you prefer to let your glaze work shine with lovingly hand-painted designs.

Summer Kicks: The Kootenay Renegades with Holly Hyatt & Jon Burden
2024-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Keith King Park, 1501 Maple Dr., Golden, BC
Holly Hyatt and Jon Burden have morphed from an acoustic blues duo to an electric quartet that performs with a powerful blend of grit, soul, and rock.
Award-winning vocalist-bassist Holly Hyatt and vocalist-guitarist Jon Burden have played Golden a few times already, but never like this!
What used to be an internationally acclaimed acoustic blues duo who performed with Harry Manx and Jim Byrnes has transformed into the Kootenay Renegades, a hard-driving and very electric quartet that performs a heady mix of roots and blues as well as catchy rock classics and some tasty originals. With the addition of drummer Steve Wilson and Marty Carter on sax and flute, these four superb musicians plug in and let rip with a powerful blend of blues grit, soul, and fiery rock. Jon is rated an “extraordinary” guitarist by the Smoky Mountain Blues Society, while Holly’s honey-rich vocals “captivate the listener” (Blues Blog USA). Better not miss these guys!
Featuring Local talent: Unusual Suspects

Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2024-06-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-06-19 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-06-26 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | Christie Lee’s Hall, 807-703 Radio Ave, Nelson, BC, V1L3L3, Canada
Want to learn and practice dancing Argentine Tango?

We host a weekly mini-lesson and practica at Christie Lee’s Hall in Fairview.

The guided portion from 7:30-8:15 has a different host and topic each week (check our Facebook page for host and topic announcements). We have an open practice after the lesson until 9:30pm.

Dancers of all levels are welcome! Material is beginner-friendly.

Tango is an improvised partner dance originating in Argentina and Uruguay; you don’t need a partner to attend tango practices or events and it can be danced by anyone and everyone.

Please bring your dancing shoes and a water bottle.

5$ donation

Where to find us: Christies Lees Hall is on Radio Ave., in lower Fairview. You can access Radio from 4th or 7th Streets. The Hall’s part of the Kiwanis Villa complex. On Radio Ave. look for “701” on the deck post near the sidewalk leading to the front doors. Also, look for the sandwich board near the sidewalk.

Google map link: https://goo.gl/maps/zFraPXNpJ6aBBJtv6
Maps will tell you that it’s “temporarily closed” but don’t believe it!

‘We Love a Parade!’ installation launch
2024-06-13 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
The Nelson Museum is officially launching a new permanent installation of We Love a Parade! featuring a localized timeline of events, images, and curatorial statements provided by Nelson Museum Curator Arin Fay, and Research Assistant Adrian Dunkerson.

The launch takes place on Thursday, June 13 from 5-7pm at the Museum, and will feature a screening of the 10-minute trailer for the documentary Queering the Interior, as well as an introduction from the film’s director Amy Bohigian, and a tour of the Queer Archives by Michael Wicks.

Refreshments will be provided by Kootenay Kombucha, Sprout Plant-Based Eatery, L&C French Bakery, and the Kootenay Co-op. Thank you to these incredible local businesses, and to the Columbia Basin Trust for supporting this celebration!

The event is free and open to the public. Happy Pride!

Drop in Art Nights | FREE
2024-06-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Looking for a creative space to meet new people and make something? Have a project you’ve been meaning to work on? Join us for our free drop-in art nights! These relaxed evenings are open to everyone so bring your art supplies, a drink, a snack, and come get creative! These evening are a fantastic way to make time for your art.
The gallery will have some basic supplies on hand, like scissors and brushes, however artists are expected to be self sufficient and bring their own supplies. In the past participants have worked on everything from illustrations and paintings, to fishing flies and mending projects. We welcome all forms of creative expression, just please avoid brining any projects that are overly loud or smelly.
– The second Thursday of the month 7pm – 9pm
– June 13, July 11, August 8, & September 12
– The Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, Kitchen Studio, 320 Wilson st
– Entrance is via the undercover area on the left hand side of the building
– Please leave the space clean for the next person
– All welcome, no bookings required

Tiny Lights Festival
2024-06-14 08:00 - 2024-06-16 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Ymir, Ymir, British Columbia, Canada
Tiny Lights returns in the spring of 2024, presenting our carefully curated mix of music, mountains, and makers. We are thrilled to welcome you all back to our Tiny Lights Family here in Ymir. As always, we aren’t getting any bigger, only better as our tiny town can only hold so much awesome.
We look forward to seeing you all again here in Ymir to start your summer with us!

GOLD MYND REGGAE NIGHT
2024-06-14 21:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Gold Mynd is a grounded, passionate, ambitious and prolific international Reggae artiste who now calls Kelowna, British Columbia Canada home. Original songs created by the artist can be found on Spotify and a simple search of Gold Mynd’s YouTube channel will yield a variety of visually creative music videos. Gold Mynd’s debut Reggae album titled “Love & Life” is available worldwide on all platforms. The album has been well received and is doing great things for the artist.The album was released April 2023 and is an eclectic mix of songs designed to promote fun, educate, elicit emotion and highlight important social issues. “BLAZE” was the first single released from the LOVE & LIFE album and has already secured over 65,000 plus Spotify streams.
@ The Royal in Nelson

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2024-06-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-22 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!

Kootenay Resilience Festival: Food Forum
2024-06-15 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Kaslo Front Street Park, Kaslo, BC
The Kootenay Resilience Festival leverages the power of music to bring people together in order to foster critical action. As part of the festival’s Food Forum taking place at Front Street Park in Kaslo, attendees will be treated to performances by country star Shaela Miller and the vibrant DJ Raya Sun. Miller’s evolution in the music scene, marked by her soulful voice and sincere stage presence, brings a fresh sonic exploration, while DJ Raya Sun infuses the atmosphere with celebratory bliss through her eclectic mix of feel-good tunes. Beyond the musical offerings, the festival serves as a platform for dialogue and learning, with experts delving into topics like local growing, permaculture, and regenerative agriculture, paving the way for discussions on sustainable food strategies.

2nd Annual Haute Trash! Trash Fashion Show Competition and Art Exhibition
2024-06-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
This exciting community event will boast a runway style trash fashion show and art expo of designs crafted from post consumer waste and upcycled materials by artists and designers of all ages and skill levels. This unique affair will also highlight a variety of music, dance and theatrical performances by some local gems, including the likes of the RhythmDance Trash Orchestra, among others. Tickets are $20, adults, $17.50 for youth and available at the Capitol Theatre.

Open Mic
2024-06-15 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!

THE FOMITES, DIE JOB, THE ADITS, FABRIC SOFTENER
2024-06-15 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Mild mannered employees by day, bloodthirsty punk rock monsters by night, The Fomites are a three piece punk rock band influenced by skate, horror, pizza, sci-fi and all things rad.
Dearly departed, let’s get this party started.

2024 Sinixt Canoe Journey Nelson Stop
2024-06-16 - 2024-06-17 | Capitol Theatre Nelson, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson
The Nelson stop of the Canoe Journey offers community members the chance to paddle alongside the traditional dugout canoes, discover the secrets of nature in our medicinal plant workshop, and enjoy live performances by Sinixt Members.
The Canoe Journey is a powerful assertion of the belief that Indigenous peoples of the region are stewards of the river and the salmon—one of their first foods. This journey highlights the vital connection between their language, culture, and the natural environment.
This event offers a transformative opportunity for the (Sinixt) Snayckstx/Arrow Lakes and Colville people (Snʕayckstx and Sxʷyʔiłp) to reconnect with their language, traditional territories, and waterways. The Salmon Ceremony, a traditional and spiritual practice, addresses the needs of both the people and the environment. This may be one of the most significant moments in history to amplify the Indigenous community’s voice regarding our shared responsibility to the land, waters, and natural environment.
Last year’s journey spanned 272 miles, from the Head Waters of the Columbia River at Revelstoke and Two Rivers, Washington, on the Spokane Indian Reservation, culminating at the Kettle Falls Fishery and traditional Salmon Ceremony site.
This year’s sponsors are:
Columbia Power Corporation, West Kootenay Regional Arts Council, Nelson Museum, Archives and Gallery, The Capitol Theatre, Real Estate Foundation of BC, The Nelson Chamber of Commerce, Lalin Vocal Ensemble, Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism, VIDEA, BC Arts Council, The City of Nelson, Canadian Heritage, The Hume Hotel.
Below is a full list of free community opportunities. Be sure to find the separate events on this website for the Plant Workshop (taking place upstairs at The Station) and the afternoon and evening events (taking place at the Capitol Theatre) to register and/or get free tickets!
June 16
Morning
Paddlers arrive at Lakeside Park (across from concession building)
Craft tables at Lakeside Park – Rotary Shelter
10:00AM – NOON – Indigenous Plant Workshop @ at THE INNOVATION CENTRE ON THE MAIN FLOOR OF “THE STATION” (91 Baker Street)
TO REGISTER, PLEASE SEE SEPARATE EVENT ON THIS WEBSITE
Led by: Faith Zacharle and Rob Crandall
Join us for a hands-on plant fibre processing and traditional medicine making workshop led by Sinixt knowledgeable keeper Faith Zacherle and native plant specialist Rob Crandall. Learn about traditional plant uses and their significance to the Sinixt people. This workshop is a unique opportunity to connect with indigenous culture and deepen your understanding of local flora.
This event is free and open to all members of the public to attend, however space is limited to 25 participants, so sign up soon to secure your spot!
3:00PM – 5:00PM – Canoe Journey: Afternoon Event @ the Capitol Theatre
FOR FREE TICKETS, PLEASE SEE SEPARATE EVENT ON THIS WEBSITE
Introduction Janice Morrison, Mayor
Welcome by Shelly Boyd and Cindy Marchand
Film screening: Resist Reframe
Film screening: Beyond Bigbie
Storyteller: Dan Nanamkin
Spoken Word Artist and Poet: Stevey Seymour
Film screening: Scattered Roots
Spoken word artist James Pakootas
Film screening: Calling the Salmo Home
Film screening: Canoe Journey
Q&A with Filmmaker Derrick LaMere
7:00PM – 8:30PM Canoe Journey: Evening Event @ the Capitol Theatre
Concert: Tony Louie with James Pakootas and CarliAnn Forthun Bruner (multi-media presentation, “Coming Home”)
FOR FREE TICKETS, PLEASE SEE SEPARATE EVENT ON THIS WEBSITE
Introduction for event: Brittny Anderson
Welcome by Shelly Boyd and Cindy Marchand
Spoken Word Artist: James Pakootas
Singer/Songwriter: Tony Louie
June 17
10:00AM – NOON
10:00AM: meet at Lakeside Park and paddle to view pictographs and hold ceremony – Community is invited to join in/on non-motorized boats/boards, launch point for Sinixt canoes at Lakeside Park or end of airfield at Nelson Recycling Depot (Lakeside Drive) depending on weather.

Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
2024-06-16 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-06-23 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

AUTHORITY ZERO, THE CORPS, WHITE QUEEN
2024-06-19 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada

Blooms & Brushes
2024-06-20 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Edmonton) | Eric Mackinnon Park, Corner of 18th Avenue North & 8th Street North
Cranbrook Arts is partnering up with Community Connections for a free outdoor art event at the Public Produce Garden!
We will be painting ceramic flowers to create a permanent art installation on the garden fence.

Fun Field Festival
2024-06-21 | Hartley Lake Road
A brand new one-day festival in the mountains near Fernie.
Fun Field Festival will feature 2 stages of live music & DJ’s – arts – crafts – games – local foodtrucks – camping – firespinning – and plenty of fun times!
BELLA CAT • BROTHERHOOD OF LOST SOULS • CORVESSA & GEO • DINGO STARR • DOGGONE BROTHERS • DOROTHY • DUBCONSCIOUS • DUKES OF PECTIN • ELECTRIC BLANKET BAND CLUB • GARUDA • HEADWALL • NAY TARON • PHILLY WONKA • RUBBER TYRE PEEP SHOW • THE BANNED
Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of a brand new family friendly festival. It’s a place where you can be yourself, express your love for music, and connect with like-minded individuals. Experience a magical musical mountain festival and celebrate the solstice!

National Indigenous People’s Day at the Rossland Museum
2024-06-21 10:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Drop by the Museum – we’re open by donation all day! Check out our discovery kit about Indigenous basketry of the region, listen to recordings of oral history stories from Sinixt knowledge-keepers, and watch our new short film, Learning mxiɬp.

LONG CALL, IAN VAN DER WEE, PARIS PICK AND THE PRICKS
2024-06-21 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada

National Indigenous Peoples Day
2024-06-22 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Centennial Park Picnic Pavilion, 905 Birch St, Creston
The Creston Valley Public Library has teamed up with the Yaqan Nuki People’s Heritage Society to present an afternoon celebrating traditional stick games and learning about Ktunaxa culture.
Join us for a fun afternoon learning about traditional Yaqan Nuki stick games and a chance to make a customized set to take and play at home!
All supplies provided, free to participate!

Valdy at The Langham
2024-06-22 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
The Langham presents Valdy! Join us for a night to remember with the one and only Vlady right here in Kaslo. June 22 7-9 pm
Valdy is the winner of two Juno Awards for Folk Singer of the Year and Folk Entertainer of the Year and has received seven additional Juno nominations. His fourteen albums, including four which are certified gold, have achieved sales of nearly half a million copies.

Peter’s Day at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre
2024-06-23 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Doukhobor Discovery Centre, 112 Heritage Way, Castlegar, BC, V1N 4M5, Canada
Doukohbors gather on Peter’s Day (Petrov Den’) to commemorate the Burning of Arms, which took place in Russia in 1895. The Burning of Arms event ultimately reaffirmed the Doukhobors’ commitment to pacifism as many Doukhobors laid whatever weaponry they owned in a community bonfire. At the DDC, Peter’s Day is observed through a community gathering, featuring the singing of hymns, as well as a vegetarian picnic lunch, and an afternoon speaker series.

St Jean Baptiste Day at the Rossland Museum
2024-06-24 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Join us at the Museum at 2 pm to plant Quebec’s provincial flower, blue flag irises, in our garden. The Museum will be open by donation – with themed crafts all day!

RUBBER TIRE PEEP SHOW w/ CHARLES BENJAMIN
2024-06-26 08:00 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
When experiencing the Rubber Tire Peep Show, one may be struck by the inspired authenticity, fused with an improvisational electricity that gives a slight nod to music of the past.. once you get it, you can’t forget it.
Rubber Tire Peep Show (RTPS) is a Canadian musical collective whose eclectic repertoire spans genres from country-blues, funk, soul, to some good old rock ’n’ roll. Through an ever-growing roster of collaborating musicians both on stage, and in studio, “the Peep Show” infuses each performance with jam-band dynamics and fresh interpretations of both original compositions and beloved classics.

Shakespeare by the Shore presents Lovers and Liars, Jokers and Jerks
2024-06-26 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Kohan Reflection Garden, 217 - 1st Avenue, New Denver, British Columbia, V0G 1S0, Canada
Shakespeare by the Shore presents Lovers and Liars, Jokers and Jerks 2024 on June 26th, 27th, 28thand 29th, in the Kohan Garden, New Denver.
Scenes from four of Shakespeare’s tragedies and four of his comedies will be in the show. Our cast of 20 actors hail from five communities in the Slocan Valley and Nakusp. Showtime at 7 pm, tickets by donation at the door only. Please bring a chair or blanket for seating. More details at https://www.facebook.com/events/1436128920588620/?active_tab=discussion
