Kaslo May Days Logger Sports
2025-05-17 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-18 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | BC
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 Range. Our grounds are steadily being improved with beautiful amphitheater style seating and a new log rolling pond.
Every year on the Victoria Day long weekend spectators are thrilled by Canadian Championship events such as Tree Climbing, Log Rolling, Axe Throwing and Springboard Chopping to name a few.

2025 Schedule

Still Life workshop w/ Cath McIntosh
2025-05-17 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
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.

Kaslo May Days Show and Shine
2025-05-18 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | BC
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 continuous growth to the point that in 2012 there were just under 100 registered cars covering the years from the 1930′s up to some exceedingly rare Mustangs from the 1960′s and 1970′s
Kaslo is a village of about 1000 people, situated about an hours drive North of Nelson BC on the West Shore of Kootenay Lake and nestled between the Purcell mountains to the East and the Selkirk range to the West. For a small community Kaslo has an unusually high number of interesting and unique vehicles both in the village and in the surrounding area and has counted among its residents one of only two original Shelby Cobras licensed in BC amongst other interesting vehicles.
Over the years the Show and Shine has began to attract cars from further afield and has seen cars from as far afield as Spokane, Vancouver BC and the Prairie Provinces of Canada.

Kaslo May Days Parade
2025-05-19 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | BC
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 with children running into the street. If you’re walking in the parade, you’re welcome to toss candy onto the sidewalks instead.
2025 Theme: CANADA Show off your Canadian pride by wearing red and white, flying the flag, and designing a fantastic float!
Date & Time: Monday, May 19, at 12:00 PM sharp Parade Route: The parade kicks off at the Kaslo Legion, traveling down historic Front Street, then along 4th Street to B Avenue before taking a second lap around the block. From there, it continues down Front Street, passing the beloved SS Moyie, and finishes at Vimy Park fairgrounds.
A Long-Held Tradition:The JVH Graduating Class proudly takes the second-to-last spot in the parade. As tradition dictates, along the final stretch—from Front & 4th Street down to Vimy Park—spectators are welcome to toss small water balloons at the grads (water only, please!).
Want to Join the Parade?If your organization or business would like to participate, we’d love to have you! Contact the Chamber Event Manager at thekaslochamber@gmail.com for details.
Please give a big thank you to volunteer Parade Marshall Mark Dobroski & let’s make the 2025 Kaslo May Days Parade a celebration to remember!

Guided Cold War Bunker tours
2025-05-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-31 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!

KCR Block Party at Lion’s Park
2025-05-24 13:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Lions Park, 298 Richards, Nelson, BC, V1L 5J7, Canada
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 Jayne with her backing band, The Interbeings.
Details:
– At Lion’s Park in Nelson from 1pm to 7pm
– Bring chairs and sunbrella or tents for shade
– Bring cash for 50/50 Koortenay Co-op Radio fundraiser!
Local nonprofits and co-ops will also be on-site, sharing their incredible work and building community connections. Don’t miss it!

Electrojazziness – An Interactive Improvised Concert (Kaslo)
2025-05-24 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Langham, 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, V0G 1M0, Canada
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 mad skills are now taking them on a 15-show tour across BC!

This evening will begin with a workshop at 7:15pm where you will get a chance to learn music production & performance techniques from these pros and collaborate with them. At 8:00pm, we kick off an interactive concert where the audience will direct the music journey that will be weaved by Electrojazziness.

Witches Spring Market
2025-05-25 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
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 about Wicca 101, How to set a crystal grid, sacred smoking, singing and breathing, music and how to read palms.

All for $2 at the door

Nelson Sketch Comedy Revue: Volume II
2025-05-27 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
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 by the cast. Expect the return of Nelson News Tonight—and if you don’t know what that is… well, we won’t spoil it for you.
What audiences said about our last show:
“That was such an amazing show! Maybe the best I’ve seen in Nelson, honestly. Please do it again!”
“I haven’t laughed that much in a long time.”
“We loved it so so much and can’t wait to see the next show!”
“PEOPLE IN THE BATHROOM CAN”T STOP TALKING ABOUT HOW GOOD THE SHOW IS!!!! AHHH!!!!!”
The Cast:
Jaymes Bowman
Michelle Hart
Emma Hill
Ruby Horton
Kait Hundt-Lippett
Ruth Krulitsky
Jonathan Ramos

With special guest, Jackie Atkins!

Directed by Michelle Hart
This 90-minute production, including an intermission, features mature content—parental discretion is advised.
Due to the incredible response to our last show, we’re thrilled to add a second performance! Don’t miss your chance to catch us at the Capitol Theatre on May 15 or May 27

A Cappella Love
2025-05-30 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-31 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Brilliant Cultural Centre, 1876 Brilliant Road, Castlegar, V1N 4K2
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.

Fireworks: Shifting Sound
2025-06-01 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson & District Community Complex (NDCC), 305 Hall St, Nelson, V1L 5X4
Fireworks: Shifting Sound
A Mass Choir Experience Like No Other
Presented by the Capitol Theatre | Directed by Allison Girvan
Now in its 5th year, Fireworks is a powerful, one-of-a-kind community singing event that brings together hundreds of voices for a single, breathtaking performance. Conceived and directed by beloved choral leader Allison Girvan and produced by the Capitol Theatre, Fireworks celebrates the transformative power of collective singing. “Group singing has long been one of the fastest ways to cement community,” says Girvan. “It’s incredibly moving to be able to share this experience again.”
The name Fireworks captures the essence of the event: brilliant, intense, and fleeting. While participants prepare individually in the weeks leading up to the performance, the full group – this year over 325 singers strong – will meet together for the very first time on the day of the show. After a single rehearsal, they will step into the echoing acoustics of the Nelson and District Community Complex to share their voices with the audience in one unforgettable half hour performance.
This year’s piece, titled Shifting Sound, reflects on change, connection, and diversity. Through a rich tapestry of perspectives, voices, and rhythms, it reminds us that to sing together is to listen deeply, breathe as one, and create something far greater than ourselves. As the lyrics of one of the songs declares: “when you band together, it’s a choir of thunder and rain – and now we have a choice, because I have a voice.” Whether you’re a seasoned music lover or simply curious, if you’ve never experienced a mass choir live – prepare to be swept away.
This show is supported by the BC Arts Council and Canadian Heritage.
Tickets $15

RUTH & SHELBY’S BOOT SCOOTIN’ BOOGIE – JUNE
2025-06-03 19:30 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Country Line Dance Night with instruction by Fabiola Gascon
Y’all ready for another boot-stompin’ good time at The Royal? We’ll start with a new line dance lesson led by Fabiola Gascon, followed by a quick refresher of the previous dances! Then, get ready to kick up some dust as we dance the night away. Western wear is encouraged.

Tea & Textiles
2025-06-04 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | J.B. Fletcher Store Museum, 3602 Sutton Street, Ainsworth, BC, V0G 1A0, Canada
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.

Wednesday Bunker Tours
2025-06-04 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-06-11 13:00 - 14:00 (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.

Wednesday Bunker tours run seasonally from June to September. Saturday Bunker tours are offered year-round. Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free!

Still Life painting workshop w/ Cath McIntosh
2025-06-04 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-05 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Catherine McIntosh is your instructor for this 2-part still life painting workshop at the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery. Bring your own objects to paint or use the items on hand. Learn tips and techniques for using light and shadow, perspective, and more.

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!

Pride at the Railway Museum
2025-06-05 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Railway Museum, 719 Track St W, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
GAMES – ART – CRAFTS
Come Dress the Museum in Our Colours

Castlegar Art Walk
2025-06-06 - 2025-09-20 | Castlegar, Castlegar, BC
Opening night kicks off June 6th with live music, refreshments and art! This free, self guided community event runs from June 6th – Sep 20th which sees 19 artists featured at 11 local businesses.

Deep Roots exhibition opening
2025-06-06 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Deep Roots is the latest art/history exhibition at the Nelson Museum, which aims to explore the history of West Kootenay forestry industry, the attitudes and actions of our community to forest resources and the continuing importance of forest management to people, the environment and the economy. The exhibition examines our community’s relationship to the forest environment-both past and present, told through archival images, items from the collection, contemporary art and photography, film, and published articles.
This event is FREE and open to the public.

B.A. JOHNSTON, AK-747’S, MR. AWESOME
2025-06-06 20:30 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada

Saturday Bunker tours
2025-06-07 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.

Click on the link to register. Adult admission required – children under 19 are always free! (https://form-can.keela.co/bunker-tours)

The Red Thread - and Other Mingled Yarns
2025-06-07 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Silverton Gallery, V0G 1S1
The Slocan Lake Arts Council is hosting an intimate night of theatre at the Silverton Gallery with Ellie Reynolds on June 7th at 7pm.
The Red Thread – and Other Mingled Yarns – is part myth, part funny memoir, and all heart.
$20 tickets are available at the door.

Tongue in Cheeks Drag Show
2025-06-07 20:30 - 2025-06-08 01:00 (America/Edmonton) | Eagles Hall Cranbrook, 715 Kootenay St, Cranbrook, BC
Get ready Cranbrook for Tongue in Cheeks Drag Show at the Eagles Hall!
This night of sass and sparkle will have proformances by our MC and queen supreme, April Strom. plus fierce Nuff, Nada Nuff, The Marvelous Mo, and local drag creator Glitter Beast.
Get ready to laugh, cheer, and live your boldest life – this is one show you won’t want to miss.
This event will be 19+ and to pieces of valid ID will be required with one of them being facial ID.

Join the Friends of the Nelson Public Library
2025-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
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 important part of our community. We meet at noon (12 pm) the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Nelson Public Library.
For more information check out Friends of the Library webpage.

POM POM DROP IN | FREE
2025-06-11 15:30 - 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | 320 Wilson St., Revelstoke
POM POM DROP IN | FREE
Hosted by Jenna Aldus
Drop in & Get Crafty! Join us at the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre for a fun, free afternoon of pom pom making! We’re finishing up our Pom Pom wall and we need your help. Bring your friends, kids, or just your creative self — all ages welcome and no experience needed. Stay for five minutes or all afternoon.
Wednesday June 11th
3:30pm – 5:30pm
FREE!
Drop in anytime, no RSVP required
Supplies provided
Kitchen Studio, 320 Wilson st
Entrance via the front door
Come spin, snip, and fluff your way to some joyful, fuzzy creations — it’s simple, fun, and totally free!

KOOTENAY COMEDY OPEN MIC
2025-06-11 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Open Mic Comedy with some of the Kootenays finest and some others!
message @kootenaycomedy on instagram to sign up!
