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SUMMARY:Nelson - HEATED RIVALRY DANCE PARTY FUNDRAISER
DESCRIPTION:Fundraiser for Everest Legacy Fund Supporting LGBT Kids in Sports \nHosted and drag performance by the Backstreet Butches
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/heated-rivalry-fundraiser/
LOCATION:The Royal\, 330 Baker Street Nelson\, BC V1L 4H5\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, V1L 4H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Charitable,Dance
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Royal":MAILTO:marc@theroyalnelson.com
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SUMMARY:Castlegar - Queen City Burlesque Expo
DESCRIPTION:Queen City Burlesque Expo Returns for Its 7th Season with “Step Into Your Power” \nThree-Night Celebration Brings International Performers to the Kootenays\, April 11–13 \nCASTLEGAR/TRAIL/SALMO\, BC — The Queen City Burlesque Expo is back\, and this year it’s going silver. Now in its seventh season\, the landmark Kootenay burlesque event returns April 11–13 with a three-night run across Castlegar\, Trail\, and Salmo under the theme Step Into Your Power — a celebration of diversity\, personal strength\, and fearless self-expression. \nHeadlining this year’s Expo is the internationally acclaimed Jessabelle Thunder\, joined by Canadian icons Bettina May and Jezebel Express\, alongside performers from around the world converging on the region for one extraordinary weekend. Want to join in on the fun?\nCharacter-driven workshops covering movement\, modelling\, and personal discovery will be offered at Bailey Theatre on Saturday\, April 11th\, at $25 each and open to everyone. \nShow Schedule:\nFriday\, April 10 — Castle Theatre\, Castlegar | 8:00 PM\nSaturday\, April 11 — Charles Bailey Theatre\, Trail | 7:30 PM\nSunday\, April 12 — Salmo Hotel Pub & Grill\, Salmo | 12:00 PM \nTickets range from $17 to $45 (CAD) and are available now at queencityburlesque.ca. \n“The Kootenays deserve world-class live art\, and for seven years the Queen City Burlesque Expo has delivered exactly that. This season’s theme\, Step Into Your Power\, is an invitation to everyone in our community to show up\, be seen\, and celebrate what makes us distinct. We have an extraordinary lineup\, and I cannot wait to share it.” Venessa Loubert\, Founder and Artistic Director\, Queen City Burlesque Expo \nTrail business manager at Copper Magnolia\, Dana Gould\, echoes that sentiment: “The Expo is great for Trail and its surrounding area. It’s a fun crowd\, presenting phenomenal showcases\, and the influx of tourism during an otherwise quiet time of the year is a great reason to go out and support the show.” \nNow in its seventh year\, the Queen City Burlesque Expo has established itself as one of the Kootenays’ most distinctive live arts events\, drawing audiences and performers from across Canada and beyond. The Expo is produced by Trail Arts Council along with its Founder and Artistic Director\, a four-time Top 5 Canadian Burlesque Producer. \nThe weekend is sponsored by Trail & District Arts Council\, ReDi Grants\, Columbia Basin Trust\, British Columbia Arts Council\, Government of Canada\, South Kootenay\, and BC Live Performance Network. \nFor tickets and full event details\, visit queencityburlesque.ca.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/castlegar-qcb-expo/
LOCATION:Old Castle Theatre\, 185 Columbia Ave\, Castlegar
CATEGORIES:Art,Calendar,Dance,Live Performance,Music,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Queen City Burlesque Expo":MAILTO:queencityexpo@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Castlegar - Groovy Tunes with TruckVanCar and Steve Marc
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening at Harry’s Hall. Experience the energy\, the music\, and the community that makes every event special.\nGroovy Tunes with TruckVanCar and Steve Marc\nFriday\, March 27 – Doors at 7pm\, Music at 7:30\nHarry’s Hall\, 1119 Columbia Rd\, Castlegar\nAll Ages\, Licensed Event\n$20 Adults\, $10 Minors\nGet Your Tickets at https://harryshall.com/events \nGet ready to dance and groove the night away!!!\nTruckvancar is a soul-stirring fusion of reggae\, soul\, and rock ‘n’ roll\, born in the heart of a small mountain ski town. With roots as deep as the pines and grooves as fresh as a snowfall\, this five-piece band blends laid-back island rhythms with raw\, mountain-town grit. Their sound is equal parts sunset jam and backcountry bonfire — heartfelt\, high-energy\, and undeniably human. Whether you’re dancing barefoot in the grass or cruising mountain roads\, Truckvancar delivers the kind of music that makes you feel at home wherever you are.\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruckVanCar\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/truckvancar\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Truckvancar\nWebsite: https://truckvancarmusic.com/ \nSteve Marc is a high-vibrational world/reggae/funk fusion band from the Kootenays. They deliver soulful\, danceable grooves infused with messages of peace\, unity\, and healing. Feel good music that uplifts the spirit\, moves the body\, and opens the heart. Featuring a small but mighty horn section and luscious harmony background vocals\, Steve’s unique songwriting prowess will move you in more ways than one. This six piece band brings fun\, love and energy to the stage with creative arrangements of cover songs known and unknown\, mixed in with mostly original songs you will surely come to love.\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevemarcg\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevemarcmusic\nYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SteveMarcG\nWebsite: https://www.stevemarc.ca
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/castlegar-groovy-tunes/
LOCATION:Harry’s Hall\, 1119 Columbia Rd.\, Castlegar\, British Columbia\, V1N4L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Dance,Food/Beverage,Kid Friendly,Live Performance,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Harry's Hall":MAILTO:info@harryshall.com
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SUMMARY:Fruitvale - Dance away the winter blues with Swingsations
DESCRIPTION:Join Swingsations Big Band for an evening of live swing and jazz at the Fruitvale Memorial Hall on Friday\, March 14. The 18-piece band will be performing classic big band favorites along with lively dance tunes that keep the floor moving all night. \nWhether you’re an experienced swing dancer or just want to enjoy great live music\, everyone is welcome. Come out for a fun community evening filled with big band sound\, great rhythm\, and plenty of opportunity to dance. \nDoors open at 7:00 PM\, with music starting at 7:30 PM.
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/dance-winter-swingsations/
LOCATION:fruitvale memorial hall\, 1968 Main St\, Fruitvale\, BC\, V0G 1L0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Dance,Live Performance,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Swingsations":MAILTO:swingsations.bigband@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Nakusp - Winter Blues Dance
DESCRIPTION:Dance party with the funk dance band Lisalicious this Saturday night! \nArrow Lakes District Arts Council Society is Having a Party to break up the winter blues. \nShare the night with family\, friends\, community\, dancing\, appetizers\, door prize and 50/50. \nNakusp Legion \nAdvance tickets at Bon Marche \nEarly bird $20 till January 31\, 2026\nRegular $25 at the door. \nDoors open at 7:30pm \nMusic by Lisalisious starts at 8:30pm
URL:https://www.wkartscouncil.com/event/nakusp-winter-blues/
LOCATION:Nakusp Legion\, 404 1st St NW\,\, Nakusp\, BC\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Community Events,Dance,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arrow Lakes District Arts Council Society":MAILTO:aldacs2020@gmail.com
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