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An Evening of Classical Music & Chocolate Pairings

The Capitol Theatre 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Concert violinist Natasha Hall and chocolatier Beth Campbell of Viva Cacao team up to offer a unique multi-sensory experience of virtuoso solo violin music accompanied by chocolate pairings, at The Capitol, Nelson. Begin your journey by sampling amuse-bouche classic chocolate confections as you are immersed in the Baroque music of Bach’s Sonata No. 2 in […]

$35

WiL Live at For-rest Retreat

For-rest Retreat 8960 British Columbia 6, Salmo, Canada

What happens when you combine a fiery frontman with soaring vocals & mad acoustic guitar skills with a cool – as – a cucumber super drummer? …. you get the Indie folk rock duo from Vancouver Island known simply as WiL. Tales of his legendary live show and songs like Travel Alberta’s soaring anthem ‘Roam’ […]

$30

HARMONY: Community Festival on the Beach

Slocan Beach Village of Slocan, Canada

A non-profit community event ? By donation and no one turned away! A sober and family-friendly gathering ? All-day live music, dance and theatre performances from: Monkey Dragons and Adham Shaikh Opening Prayers with Kiara Astara Month of Sundays Dance Troupe Children’s entertainer Mr. Mojo Temple Dance with Dakini Ma Avery Florence and Friends Dunconscious […]

Matilda the Musical

The Capitol Theatre 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

The 35th Annual Summer Youth Program Presents: Matilda the Musical Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. Book by Dennis […]

Matilda the Musical

The Capitol Theatre 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

The 35th Annual Summer Youth Program Presents: Matilda the Musical Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. Book by Dennis […]

Columbia Basin Culture Tour

various locations throughout the entire Columbia Basin region

Meet people behind the scenes at galleries and museums, visit studios and venues not normally open to the public, shop for original art or fine crafts, and experience special events planned for a summer weekend. Since 2009, locals and visitors have enjoyed the self-directed, free Columbia Basin Culture Tour, managed by the West Kootenay Regional […]

Free

Kaslo Jazz Etc! Festival

Kaslo Bay Park Kaslo, British Columbia, Canada

Join us for the 30th annual Kaslo Jazz Etc Festival in the beautiful Kaslo Bay Park August 4th – 6th. We are excited to welcome Galactic, Allison Russel, John Craigie and more to the floating stage. Tickets and more information available on our website: kaslojazzfest.com

$365

Hiroshima Day 2023

Zuckerberg Island 400 – 13th Ave, Castlegar, BC, Canada

Please join the Kootenay Branch of the United Nations Association – Canada in gathering to commemorate the disastrous day in 1945 when the US dropped the first atomic bomb on Hiroshima. Sunday, August 6 – 5:30 PM ZUCKERBERG ISLAND, Castlegar The bridge is currently closed, please use the causeway “If I had foreseen nuclear bombing […]

Trail’s Incredible Farmers Market – Pride Market

Esplanade Ave Trail, BC Esplanade Ave, Trail, BC, Canada

Pride Market on the Esplanade in Trail, BC. Where there will be exciting, family-friendly activities, live music performances, Mystic Dream dancers, food and drinks, and the Incredible Farmers Market. Saturday, August 12 from 10am – 2pm.

Free

Bill Lynch Trio LIVE at the Vallican Whole

Vallican Whole Community Centre 3762 Little Slocan South Road, Vallican, British Columbia, Canada

The Bill Lynch Trio is performing live at the Vallican Whole, Saturday August 12th. Bill invites his audience into a deeply felt world with his Irish gift of storytelling, his passionate vocals and beautiful guitar work.  Bessie Wapp expands the Trio’s palette with musically intriguing accordion and keyboard accompaniment and solos. And her vocal harmonies […]

$20

Live History Show at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre

Doukhobor Discovery Centre 112 Heritage Way, Castlegar, BC, Canada

The Live History international theatre company will be performing their “In Time” show at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre from 10-5pm on August 15th. Those participating will set out on unique missions and be able to interact with the historical characters to solve clues and further explore the museum. Live History will use multiple characters from […]

$5

Making Waves exhibition opening

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

Kootenay Lake has long been a hub of activity, from the earliest sturgeon-nosed canoes to modern day sporting activities such as paddleboarding and kitesurfing. Through artifacts, photographs, and archival film from the Museum collection, Making Waves examines the diverse nature of this history and the role that the West Arm has in the community today.  […]

Free