West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

December Music at Red Light Ramen
2024-12-20 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-27 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Red Light Ramen, 308 Herridge Lane, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 6G5, Canada
This December, let Red Light be your cozy Friday escape! From 6-9 PM every Friday, we’re filling the evening with curated soundscapes to set the perfect tone for the weekend. Our patio is the ideal spot to enjoy the fresh winter air, with heaters to keep you warm and music to soothe your soul. Whether inside or out, it’s all about great vibes and even better tunes. See you there!
Reservations are always encouraged.
D.6 – Rosso @rosssoooo
D.7 Sylvie Le Sylvie Art Exhibition @sylvielesylvie
Music from Rena Vee @renaveemusic
D.13 – Lexa Voltz @lexa_voltz
D.20 – Fluxo @fluxoryan
D.27 – Wils @wils_curates

Finley’s Afterwork Dance Party with White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band
2024-12-20 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Vancouver) | Finley’s Bar $ Grill, 705 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, V1L 4G3, Canada
Dance your way into the holiday season with White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band. All styles and none are welcome on the dance floor and all ages welcome until 9pm. Enjoy a sparkling collection of classics from Little Walter to Chuck Berry, Little Feat and The Beatles laced through with quirky Kootenay- themed originals. Suggested Cover $10.

Open Mic Night at The Angry Hen
2025-01-01 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-05 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-05 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-02 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Angry Hen Brewing, 343 Front St, Kaslo, V0G1M0
Open mic night at The Angry Hen in Kaslo.
The first Wednesday of every month. All live music is presented in conjunction with Propel Studios, a full-production recording studio with accommodation directly across the street from The Angry Hen.

Evan Symons at Angry Hen Brewing Co.
2025-01-09 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Angry Hen Brewing, 343 Front St, Kaslo, V0G1M0
Evan Symons returns from Texada Island for another acoustic show at Angry Hen Brewing in Kaslo !

Winter Fox Paint Night
2025-01-23 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Backeddy Pub, 1432 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, BC, V1N 3K3, Canada
Come paint with me! Grab a friend (or two) and join me at Backed Pub (Cartwright’s Pub) for an evening of fun.Event runs from 6 pm to 8 pm. Come early grab a set and have something to eat.

Evening includes: 11”x14” canvas, all materials to complete your masterpiece, step by step instructions and one beverage.(*Drinks are limited to pop, house wine, beer on tap, 1 ounce well drinks or Caesar.)

No experience required. This is fun art, not fine art!

$40/person

Please message for payment details to reserve your seat. These events can fill up quickly, prepayment will hold your seat.

(Please note: I do not offer refunds. However, if you give at least 48 hours of your need to cancel, I will credit your payment towards another event)

Rosa Good Live at Backroads Brewing
2025-02-20 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Backroads Brewing, 460 Baker St, Nelson, BC, V1L4H8, Canada
Rosa Good brings an enchanting blend of mesmerizing vocals and uplifting folky guitar. Soulful, heartfelt, and captivating songs, with honest lyrics and compelling hooks that will have you singing along. Rosa’s performance is intertwined with inspiration from both bonnie Scotland and New Zealand. She has years of experience creating a captivating show; including several intimate sell-out gigs, and performances on the big stage at Burning Horse Festival 2023 & 2024 and Ripe Festival 2024 (NZ). Come on down to Backroads and enjoy her unique style while you sips on tasty craft beer.

Kootenay Coldsmoke Powderfest
2025-02-21 09:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-22 08:30 - 21:00, 2025-02-23 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Whitewater Ski Resort, Whitewater Ski Hill Rd, Nelson BC, V1L 5R3
Kootenay Coldsmoke Powderfest is an annual celebration of ski and snowboard culture. This grassroots flagship festival features clinics, competitions, and ski-themed arts and culture programming both in Nelson and at Whitewater.
Coldsmoke brings together a community with a shared passion for winter sport. Through a curated collection of competitions, backcountry education, arts and culture, storytelling, and clinics, we aim to connect, educate, and inspire.
It’s a chance to expand your skills, bridge connections, and immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscape that surrounds us. The spirit of Coldsmoke stays with you long after the weekend ends.
Join us at Coldsmoke, where the slopes are our canvas, and the spirit of skiing and snowboarding takes center stage.

THE ROYAL ART THROWDOWN!
2025-02-28 19:30 - 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
It’s Throwdown season baby!
This years first round features the following local artists!

DANA FRIZZEL
LINDA MUMMERY
RAPHAEL AKIIBA
ROMANY

March Music at Red Light Ramen
2025-03-08 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-15 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-22 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Red Light Ramen, 308 Herridge Lane, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 6G5, Canada
As we prep for the spring season, we’re keeping things warm at Red Light Ramen with delicious bowls, refreshing drinks, and a lineup of amazing talent to set the vibe. This month, we’re bringing in some incredible DJs alongside a few special sets you won’t want to miss. We’re also still hosting private events—if you’re looking for an intimate spot to gather, reach out to inquire!
Our Friday lineup (6–9 PM) brings incredible talent to set the tone for your weekend:
M.1 – Brooke Riome Art Exhibition @brookeriome
Severancz (@sabinenburns) & Emerencz (@emerencz)
M.8 – Sijay James (@onbeyond)
M.15 – El Toro (@dj_eltoro_)
M.22 – Mo’ Like Wax (morelikespace)
Reservations are always encouraged. See you at the Red Light. ??

Cantina Sessions – March (DJs)
2025-03-08 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-03-15 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-03-22 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-03-29 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Vancouver) | Cantina Del Centro, 565 Baker St, Nelson, BC, Nelson, BC, V1L 4J1, Canada
Mar 1 – Jaded & Braden Early, DJ duo, mixed genres, 7-11pm
Mar 8 – Runekey, DJ, mixed genres, 7-11pm
Mar 15 – Lil Bones, DJ, Hip Hop & Mixed genres, 7-11pm
Mar 22 – DJ Who, DJ, mixed genrest, 7-11pm
Mar 29 – Good Times Buffet, Vinyl Dj’s, Funk music, 7-11pm

Cantina Sessions – March (LIVE)
2025-03-09 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-16 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-30 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Cantina Del Centro, 565 Baker St, Nelson, BC, Nelson, BC, V1L 4J1, Canada
Mar 9 – Rusty Tones, Live Music, songstress & original music, 6-8pm
Mar 12 – Nikko Forsberg – Jazz, 6-8pm
Mar 16 – Jodie & Stu, Live Music covers & originals 6-8pm
Mar 30 – Rosa Good, Live music, singer songwriter, 6-8pm

March Music at Red Light Ramen
2025-03-14 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Red Light Ramen, 308 Herridge Lane, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 6G5, Canada
As we prep for the spring season, we’re keeping things warm at Red Light Ramen with delicious bowls, refreshing drinks, and a lineup of amazing talent to set the vibe. This month, we’re bringing in some incredible DJs alongside a few special sets you won’t want to miss. We’re also still hosting private events—if you’re looking for an intimate spot to gather, reach out to inquire!
Our Friday lineup (6–9 PM) brings incredible talent to set the tone for your weekend:
M.7 – Brooke Riome Art Exhibition @brookeriome
Severancz (@sabinenburns) & Emerencz (@emerencz)
M.14 – Sijay James (@onbeyond)
M.21 – El Toro (@dj_eltoro_)
M.28 – Mo’ Like Wax (morelikespace)
Reservations are always encouraged. See you at the Red Light. ??

SBK Social
2025-03-16 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Slava Doval’s Dance Fusion, 601 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, V1L 4E9, Canada
SBK = Salsa Bachata Kizomba Save the Date for Our Next SBK Social!
Join us on Sunday, March 16th for an unforgettable evening of Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba!
This is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow dancers, make new friends, and practice all the moves you’ve been working on in class. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, everyone is welcome!
When: Sunday, March 16th Where: Dance Fusion Studio, 601 Vernon Street.$8 @ the door
Don’t miss out on the fun! Bring your friends or come solo—there’s always a dance partner waiting for you. Let’s keep the rhythm alive!
Check our website under Social Dances for more details or message us for any questions.
See you on the dance floor!

Blast Beerfest
2025-03-22 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | British Columbia
Come check out the Blast Beerfest!
Join us as we celebrate the amazing local breweries in our region. Come on out and sample the local brews while you enjoy some delicious Whitewater pow chow in our on-the-snow beer garden.
Dance along to live music, rock your best Canadian tuxedo (jeans on jeans), and bask in the magnificent view of Ymir Peak.
Beer Garden | Saturday & Sunday 11:00am – 4:00pm
Live Music | Saturday 12:30pm – 3:30pm & Sunday 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Local brews, delicious food, and great friends – just how we like it: pure and simple.

We will be selling taster tokens that can be exchanged for 4oz samples as well as pint tokens that can be exchanged for 16oz beers. All token prices include tax.
1 Taster Token – $3.50
3-Pack of Taster Tokens – $9.00
6-Pack of Taster Tokens – $16.00
1 Pint Token – $8.75
Must be 19+ or with legal guardian to enter – valid government-issued ID will be required.

Plus, if you buy a 3-pack of taster tokens, a 6-pack of taster tokens, or a pint token, you’ll get $2 off a hot dog, smokie, or quesadilla at The Tin!
Only one discount may be applied per person per transaction.

Pottery Wine & Wheel at The Arts Station
2025-03-28 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | The Arts Station, Fernie
A fun evening of pottery and socialising!
$68 REGISTER ONLINE
$19+
Try out a new skill while sipping on a glass of wine to ignite your creativity and unwind. Beer, cider and non-alcoholic beverages will also be available.
A casual introduction to throwing on the wheel. Price includes clay and one drink. This event is perfect for anyone looking for an introduction into clay or just a casual evening out with a creative twist.
Please note that due to the challenging nature of pottery, finished pieces are not guaranteed. The learning curve is steep! For anyone serious about learning pottery, please consider an intensive pottery class.
Please note!

This event is 19+
General instructions will be given but this is a self guided activity so come with your inspiration!
Ticket price includes all materials and costs of firing and finishing. All materials will be provided.
The pottery studio is located in the Arts Station basement, which is not an accessible space.
Ticket price includes one drink from the bar – non-alcoholic options available.
72 hours’ notice required to issue a refund in the event of a cancellation.

Workshops at the Arts Station

The Arts Station offers dedicated adult and children workshop throughout the year. Classes and workshops vary in duration and may be one-off events featuring a visiting artist, drop in series, scheduled weekly event, weekend camp or other format. Past and current events include feltmaking, pottery, painting, drawing, graffiti art, drama, creative writing, lantern building, crafts, encaustic art, jewellery making, sculpture, film-making, and much much more!

Fiesta Latina
2025-04-19 19:30 - 2025-04-20 02:00 (America/Vancouver) | Finley’s Bar $ Grill, 705 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, V1L 4G3, Canada
Fiesta Latina is firing up the dance floor at Finley’s
Join 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 this unforgettable celebration of Latin culture and community. Grab your friends and come join the fiesta!
We can’t wait to dance the night away with you.
