West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Saturday Bunker tours
2025-07-19 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-02 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-16 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-30 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-06 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) and 1 more date | 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)

Wednesday Bunker Tours
2025-07-23 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-30 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-20 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-27 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-10 13:00 - 14:00 | 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!

Summer Lovin’ FREE Thursdays
2025-07-24 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-31 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-07 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-14 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-21 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-28 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-04 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-11 16:00 - 20:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Come on down to the Nelson Museum on Thursday evenings, where you can visit the galleries, museum, and shop for FREE. 4-8pm every Thursday.

ArtWalk 2025 Opening Night
2025-08-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Nelson, Various, BC, Canada
Join the Nelson District Arts Council for the annual ArtWalk Opening night on Friday, August 1st. Wander the street checking out the art at over 20 venues, listen to music and be entertained as you stroll.

Sam Hurrie Band on Soul’s Paradise Beach
2025-08-02 19:00 - 23:00 | Soul’s Paradise, 16961 Pilot Bay Road, Kootenay Bay, BC, Canada
A fun evening with great music 🙂 Park on Pilot Bay Road, bring your chain & drinks.

Bella Cat on Soul’s Paradise Beach
2025-08-23 19:00 - 23:00 | Soul’s Paradise, 16961 Pilot Bay Road, Kootenay Bay, BC, Canada
Enjoy an outdoor music event in Kootenay Bay; Bella Cat Band will be performing on Soul’s Paradise Beach.
Park on Pilot Bay Road
Bring your chairs & drinks.
Book a campsite with Valéry if you want to spend the weekend with us: Text: 250-201-9441
$31.50 with GST

Any Body Can Sing on Soul’s Paradise Beach
2025-08-24 11:00 - 12:30 | Soul’s Paradise, 16961 Pilot Bay Road, Kootenay Bay, BC, Canada
Explore your voice Vocal Technique Play Games Sing with others Learn a group song Gain knowledge on vocal health.

Ed Fest
2025-09-05 - 2025-09-06 | Rotary Park Cranbrook, Cranbrook
Ed Fest Arts & Music Festival is a two-day free to attend celebration of creativity and expression held at Rotary Park on September 5th and 6th, offering an unforgettable experience for attendees of all ages.
The festival boasts a dynamic lineup, including musical performances. In addition to musical acts, there will be interactive art installations, and a mesmerizing lantern parade. Did we mention food trucks and beer?
The festival features workshops and an art competition organized by Cranbrook Arts. An artisan market, in collaboration with the Cranbrook Farmer’s Market, will offer local crafts and goods, providing a perfect spot to discover unique items and support local artisans.
This year’s festival embraces the whimsical history of Ed the elephant, who famously escaped from a traveling circus in Cranbrook nearly a century ago. Festivities will include a downtown “stampede” with a large puppet of Ed, and attendees are encouraged to wear carnival-themed costumes to join in the fun.
Whether you are an art enthusiast, a music lover, or simply looking for a family-friendly event, Ed Fest 2025 promises something for everyone.
Mark your calendars for September 5th and 6th at Rotary Park, Cranbrook, and join the celebration of community and creativity.
Learn more: https://www.edfest.ca/
