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Guided Cold War Bunker tours

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, 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 […]

$6 – $8

Viva Carnaval

Spiritbar 422 Vernon St, Nelson, British Columbia

An annual fundraiser for polka dot dragon arts society which showcases the Latinx and Caribbean communities in the Kootenays by celebrating the arts related to carnival traditions.  It consists of a live music and dance performances for all ages from 7-9pm, and a 19+ DJ dance party from 9 pm-midnight.

$20

Tea & Textiles

J.B. Fletcher Store Museum 3602 Sutton Street, Ainsworth, BC, 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.

by-donation

Women’s Adventure Film Tour 2025

Nelson United Church 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

A thrilling selection of films that span extreme sports, personal journeys, and boundary-pushing storytelling from across the globe.

$23

Guided Cold War Bunker tours

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, 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 […]

$6 – $8

Project Wild One Book Signing

Otter Books 398 Baker St, Nelson

Otter Books is hosting a book signing for Rossland author Louise Sidley’s debut novel, PROJECT WILD ONE. The book is for readers 7 and up, published by Red Deer Press, and distributed by Firefly Books. It is available for pre-order from Otter Books, Indigo, and Amazon. The event is on Saturday, March 8th, from 1-3 […]

Nelson Contra Dance

Taghum Hall 5915, Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, British Columbia
$15

ReelRock 19

Castle Theatre 185 Columbia Ave., Castlegar

TAWKROC and THE CASTLE THEATRE PRESENT:REELROCK 19 Saturday March 8th – doors at 6pm show at 7pmLicensed event Come out and support your local climbing community Reel Rock 19 showcases three world-premiere climbing films spanning disciplines, characters, and continents: a heartfelt story of second chances in love and climbing on Squamish’s legendary Cobra Crack; an […]

$25

INTERNATIONAL WOMENS DAY FUNDRAISER

The Royal 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

A Musical Showcase to support the Nelson & District Women’s Centre. Donation at the door. Featuring a variety of performers with your hosts Ruth & Shelby!

Fiesta Latina at Finley’s

Finley’s Bar $ Grill 705 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, Canada

Fiesta Latina is firing up the dance floor at Finley’sJoin 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 […]

Museum Mash!

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, Canada

Lucas Myers & Krista Lynch, Lance Ledger, and the Nelson Writing Salon return to the Nelson Museum for everyone’s favourite FREE children’s program–Museum Mash! Explore the building, get crafty with puppet-making, sing and dance, and have a blast! There’s lots of room to run and play, and no shushing here!

Free

KOOTENAY COMEDY OPEN MIC

The Royal 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Open Mic Comedy with some of the Kootenays finest and some others! message @kootenaycomedy on instagram to sign up!

$5