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In the gallery from April 10 until May 4: Still lifes and portraits in oil by the talented Jenny Steenkamp from Creston. Not to be missed! Open hours: Monday through Wednesday, by appointment and Thursday through Sunday, 10 am - 5 pm
Join us for a weekend of passion, rhythm, and connection at the Salsa & Bachata Weekend! Whether you’re new to Latin dance or an experienced dancer, this event promises something for everyone. Don’t miss the opportunity to elevate your skills, connect with others, and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Salsa and Bachata! Registration […]
Revelstoke Community Choir presents our spring concert, “The Soundtrack of our Lives,” a celebration of popular songs familiar and enjoyable to all. From the Beatles to Cher, Bob Seger to Cyndi Lauper, these songs will bring back memories and get your toes tapping. Guest artists include the Revelstoke Children’s Choir and other local performers. Everyone […]
San Francisco-based pianist Amy Zanrosso joins the Symphony of the Kootenays, under the direction of Jeff Faragher, to perform Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 1. Join us for this engaging performance celebrating women in music. The Capitol Theatre Adult: $40; Senior: $36; Under 30: $15
We are excited to offer a 5 week Art & Ecology course that will provide an opportunity for discussion, reflective writing, and art-making to critically examine the present and inspire the process of imagining and eventually realizing better futures. What we can create begins with what we can imagine.Co-facilitated by NMAG and the Kutenai Art […]
Kick off your weekend on the dance floor with our After Work Dance Parties. This week featuring The Kelly Fawcett Band Suggested cover $10
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 […]
Get ready for an unforgettable day featuring gourmet vegan cuisine (lunch and/or dinner), live DJ sets and family-friendly fun—all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Procter, at the stunning new venue: Kootenay Lake Village. This event will also serve as a rehearsal for the revelfest.dance West Kootenay community, making it a truly special occasion. There […]
Nelson’s Got Talent : An Intimate Open StageMonday 5th MayThe Big Yellow House (804 Stanley Street, Nelson) Join us for an evening of live music and fun collaborations! Do you sing, play an instrument, or enjoy supporting others?All are welcome, whether you are a seasoned performer or giving it a go for the first time!It’s […]
Trail Silver City Days annual festival celebrates Trail's community and culture with entertainment, food, a midway, special events, and fun for kids!
The J.B. Fletcher Museum in Ainsworth will be hosting gatherings for fibre enthusiasts and tea lovers to come and work on their knitting, crochet, embroidery, and spinning projects while connecting with fellow crafters. These gatherings will occur the first Wednesday of every month from 9-12. Drop ins welcome.
Celebrate the Spring Migration in the beautiful Creston Valley at the annual bird festival held May 9-12, 2025! Registration starts April 1st @9am Creston Time (MST)
Nelson Museum Public Program Coordinator Stephanie Myers shows you tips and techniques for making your very own pop-up Mother’s Day card for the special people in your life! All the materials will be supplied. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Fees for the workshop are $10+GST for non-members and $5+GST for Nelson Museum members, which […]
This Community Square Dance at J.V. Humphries (Kaslo) is a community builder and school fundraiser. Big shout-out and thank you to our talented caller and local musicians for their support: Louis Bockner, Yvonne Boyd, Aurora Smith, Reid Smith, Roger Luckey and Kit Ashenhurst. This promises to be a fun and wholesome evening for all ages. […]
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 […]
Haute Trash! Trash Fashion Show Competition and Art Exhibition -3.0 haute adjective fashionably elegant or high-class. Presented by R.A.D. Rhythm, Art and Dance Society, Nelson’s Third annual Haute Trash! Trash Fashion Show Competition and Art Exhibition returns to the Capitol Theatre stage for one night only. A community celebration of “high class trash”, this lively event features innovative designs […]
The Friends of the Library are dedicated to helping the Nelson Public Library through successful booksales and other creative fundraising efforts live trivia nights, with the funds going to new books, necessary technologies, furnishings and program supplies. Join us: New members are welcome! It’s a great way to meet people and contribute to a vital and […]
Join the board of directors to share in the triumphs and tribulations of 2024 and look toward the next year at the NMAG annual general meeting. Attendees will be invited to participate in a discussion about the future museum update, enjoy refreshments and participate in an artist trading card maker space. This event is open […]
Get ready to be all shook up! “ELVIS: The Vegas Years” is a spectacular musical journey that celebrates the unforgettable Vegas era of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Elvis Presley. Featuring a stunning array of costumes, dazzling choreography, and, of course, the legendary music that made Elvis a household name, this show promises an […]
Open Mic Comedy with some of the Kootenays finest and some others! message @kootenaycomedy on instagram to sign up!
Catherine McIntosh is your instructor for this 2-part still life painting workshop. Bring your own objects to paint or use the items on hand. Pre-registration is required and is $50+GST for non-members and $40+GST for Museum members, all painting materials are provided. Space is limited so register early! Register here.
After selling out the Capitol Theatre in November 2024 with the premiere of Nelson Sketch Comedy Revue, we’re back—bigger, bolder, and weirder than ever. This show is a love letter to the phrase “Keep Nelson Weird.” It’s a live show packed with fast-paced, scripted comedy. Each scene is short, sharp, and completely original—written and performed […]
STAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE ! “From Turtle Island To Palestine, Colonization Is A Crime!” A night of LIVE politically conscious music and dance, to fundraise for the Autonomous Sinixt and Nelson4Palestine (supporting their sponsorships of 2 children in Gaza, who were orphaned by the Zionist Israel’s military during the ongoing genocide). ———————- EVENT DETAILS: ——————— […]
The 2025 Festival will take place May 17 to May 19, 2025. Whether you’re new to Kaslo, a long-time local, or back for a visit over the Victoria Day long weekend, Kaslo May Days feels like coming home. May Days—a celebration of the return of summer—has been part of the fabric of this community since […]
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 […]
Logger Sports has become one of the main events at the annual Kaslo May Days Celebration. Competitors from across Canada and the United States compete for big prize money and the opportunity to show off their logging skills. The venue is the shore of beautiful Kootenay Lake with its gorgeous backdrop of the Purcell Mountain […]
Catherine McIntosh is your instructor for this 2-part still life painting workshop. Bring your own objects to paint or use the items on hand. Pre-registration is required and is $50+GST for non-members and $40+GST for Museum members, all painting materials are provided. Space is limited so register early! Register here.
The Kaslo Show and Shine was started by a small group of dedicated car buffs as a feature in the 1997 May Days celebrations held on the May long weekend every year. The inaugural event had approximately 15 vehicles on display and from that small beginning has been held every year since and has seen […]
Logger Sports has become one of the main events at the annual Kaslo May Days Celebration. Competitors from across Canada and the United States compete for big prize money and the opportunity to show off their logging skills. The venue is the shore of beautiful Kootenay Lake with its gorgeous backdrop of the Purcell Mountain […]
Everyone loves a parade—especially our beloved Kaslo May Days Parade! Come out and cheer on our incredible local participants, including the Kootenay Kilties, local organizations, businesses, and our dedicated Emergency Service Providers. We welcome everyone to join in the fun! However, for safety reasons, please do not throw candy from vehicles. In past years, this has led to unsafe situations […]
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 […]
Get ready for a free, inclusive celebration of community, culture, and creativity right here in Nelson! This year’s Block Party will be packed with live music, kids’ activities, sports, and nonstop entertainment. Catch amazing performances by talented youth from the Kootenay Garage Band, plus sets by Paris Pick and her band, Snakes and Horses, and […]
Electrojazziness is a 100% improvised duo featuring the amazing Montreal-based jazz piano maestro Alex McNally and the Nelson-based live-music-production-wizard and freestyle rapper thisissami. These two life-long improvisers come from completely different music backgrounds, yet their journeys intertwined last summer with the development of this jazz, electronic, and hip hop fusion project in Montreal parks. Their […]
Witch Market and interactive events!! May 25 2025 Taghum Hall 11-5 *Tarot, Palm and Oracle readers, established locally as well as reputable readers from Kelowna. *Vendors that will put a spell on you with their witchy, wacky and spiritual wears. Not your average market!! *Workshops every half an hour to drop in on and learn […]
After selling out the Capitol Theatre in November 2024 with the premiere of Nelson Sketch Comedy Revue, we’re back—bigger, bolder, and weirder than ever. This show is a love letter to the phrase “Keep Nelson Weird.” It’s a live show packed with fast-paced, scripted comedy. Each scene is short, sharp, and completely original—written and performed […]
The Twin Rivers Community Choir presents: A Cappella Love! Come join us as we sing many A Cappella favourites old and new…from Doo Wop to Canadian favourites to World music and everything in between! Adults $20 / Students $10 May 30 & May 31, 7PM Brilliant Cultural Centre, Castlegar.
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 […]
The Twin Rivers Community Choir presents: A Cappella Love! Come join us as we sing many A Cappella favourites old and new…from Doo Wop to Canadian favourites to World music and everything in between! Adults $20 / Students $10 May 30 & May 31, 7PM Brilliant Cultural Centre, Castlegar.
