Drop in Art Nights | FREE
2024-07-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-08-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-09-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Looking for a creative space to meet new people and make something? Have a project you’ve been meaning to work on? Join us for our free drop-in art nights! These relaxed evenings are open to everyone so bring your art supplies, a drink, a snack, and come get creative! These evening are a fantastic way to make time for your art.
The gallery will have some basic supplies on hand, like scissors and brushes, however artists are expected to be self sufficient and bring their own supplies. In the past participants have worked on everything from illustrations and paintings, to fishing flies and mending projects. We welcome all forms of creative expression, just please avoid brining any projects that are overly loud or smelly.
– The second Thursday of the month 7pm – 9pm
– June 13, July 11, August 8, & September 12
– The Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, Kitchen Studio, 320 Wilson st
– Entrance is via the undercover area on the left hand side of the building
– Please leave the space clean for the next person
– All welcome, no bookings required

Crystal Journey In Nelson, BC. Tagum Hall
2024-09-19 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
Thursday, September 19thTaghum Hall5915 Taghum Hall RdNelson, BC7:00-9:00pm$25/PersonTickets Available @
https://www.taghumhall.ca/event-details/crystal-journey-with-david-hickey
And At The Door

Bring Yoga Mat Or Blanket To Lie On

What You Can Expect From Crystal Journey:
The show will take place in two 40 to 50 minute sets. David’s usual set up includes 6 Quartz Crystal Bowls, 8 Paiste Planet Gongs, 2 Persian Santoors & Harmonica.

Comedy Writing Workshop – “Laugh and Learn”: 30 writing methods
2024-10-12 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson District Community Complex, 305 Hall Street, Nelson, V1L 5X4, Canada
24th Annual FunnyFest Comedy Writing Workshop – “Laugh and Learn”: 30 unique writing methods and receive feedback in a supportive and fun environment. The incredibly applied and practical course is taught by a life-time stand up comedian that has performed in over 2000 shows. FunnyFest 100% guarantees your writing, inspiration and creative paradigm will improve! During the course you can eat and drink, while you learn and have fun! FunnyFest will also throw in a 2 free tickets to attend a show (value $40 free).
WHEN: Saturday, OCTOBER 12 @ 1pm to 4pm.
VENUE: Nelson Community Centre
More info & Buy Comedy WRITING Workshop: https://funnyfest-comedy-writing-workshop-Nelson-BC.eventbrite.ca

Community Song Circle
2024-12-13 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Bindu Studio, 5676 Winlaw Bridge Rd, Winlaw, BC, V0G 2J0, Canada
Community Song Circle – BY DONATION
Friday 13th December6.30pm – 8.30pm
@Bindu Studio( 5676 Winlaw Bridge Rd )
BY DONATION*Suggested $15 – $25*
No one turned away due to finances
To register your spote-mail yogamy108@gmail.com
Join Amy Heasman & Mark Parsons300hr Yoga Teacher & Vocalistas we celebrate & connect withsound & vocal expression.
– Gentle Stretching– Vocal Warm Up & Toning– Vocal Chakra Activations– Community Song Circle
Bring along your yoga mat,a cushion & a water bottle / tea

Celebrate Winter Solstice (One Day Retreat)
2024-12-21 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Online
Join us at this potent time of the sun’s rebirth. We will be honouring our deep connection with nature, inviting in the nurturing power of the Light and letting it shine out to others throughout the world.
Combining movement and stillness we will be reflecting, bringing together the opposites and connecting to the wisdom within. Tools such as the Divine Light Invocation, visualizations, meditations, and gentle hatha yoga movements with reflection encourage a deeper understanding of your life’s path. Yoga is now– a perfect time to pause, reflect and renew with insights about how you want to move forward with loving kindness which expands out to each other, the planet and beyond.

Nelson Polar Bear Swim
2025-01-01 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Vancouver) | Lakeside Park, 1900 Lakeside Dr., Nelson, V1L 5S4, Canada
The Polar Bear Swim is a fun event that brings together around 400 people every year. Happening on Wednesday, Jan 1st with the plunge at noon. This is a fundraiser for Kootenay Co-op Radio and Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society. Head to https://nelsonpolarbearswim.com/ to sign up, donate, or find more info.

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, Canada
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.

Zelene Rojo • An Arabic Oud & Bendir Cozy Concert
2025-03-07 18:30 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | SOMA Sound & Events, 444 Baker St., Nelson BC
Zelene Rojo is a Ukrainian-Argentinian musical project created by a duo of musicians, Kateryna Melnyk and Bruno Bosio. With their original compositions and reversions of existing works, they are inviting you to a journey through Northern Africa, Arabian Peninsula, South of Europe, and even Asia. All those places where ancient oud was conquering the listeners hearts.
“A musical journey exploring the different passageways of the soul, invoking the mystique and sound depth that emanates and emerges between the woods and strings of instruments, the voice, an ancient drum beat, and the modern sound that it has been transformed to”

Witches Spring Market
2025-05-25 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Taghum Hall, 5915 Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, V1L 6Y4
Witch Market and interactive events!! May 25 2025 Taghum Hall 11-5

*Tarot, Palm and Oracle readers, established locally as well as reputable readers from Kelowna.

*Vendors that will put a spell on you with their witchy, wacky and spiritual wears. Not your average market!!

*Workshops every half an hour to drop in on and learn about Wicca 101, How to set a crystal grid, sacred smoking, singing and breathing, music and how to read palms.

All for $2 at the door

Earth Daughters Festival
2025-06-06 | Golden, BC
A 4 day wellness gathering for Wild Hearted Women.
100+ workshops to curate your own journey.
Professional music & performances each day.
Market Place featuring Vendors Village & Healers Grove
Catered Meal & Food Vendors
‘Where we are restoring our true brilliance,
attuning to our innate intelligence and
forging a way forward for the generations to come
that resides within deep reverence toward life.’

Family Beach Party on Soul’s Paradise Beach
2025-06-28 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Soul’s Paradise, 16961 Pilot Bay Road, Kootenay Bay, BC, Canada
Enjoy a family beach party/potluck 🙂 Lady V & Bass Cat will play classic hits and beats for all the family. Valéry & Sadie will teach a basic choreography so that everyone can dance together. Park on Pilot Bay Road. Bring a chair, food & drinks. Free for everyone under 18 years old. $10/Adult

Day of the Dead: A Cross-Cultural Celebration
2025-11-01 15:00 - 23:00 (America/Edmonton) | The Eagles Hall, 641 Baker St, Nelson, BC V1L 4J3, Canada, BC, V1L 4J3, Canada
Join us for a very special Day of the Dead celebration, a free, family-friendly community event where we’ll honor tradition while embracing the richness of many cultures. Inspired by Día de Muertos, this event brings together diverse practices of remembrance and celebration of life.
What to Expect at the Day of the Dead Celebration
✨ Mexico – Dia de Muertos
Interactive altar. Arts & crafts while we share the meaning of this tradition. Plus, live serenatas (serenades) will fill the space with music and remembrance.
✨ Philippines – “Undas”
Experience the Filipino tradition of Undas through a communal altar, prayers, and music. Participate in shared offerings, hands-on crafts, and enjoy a live performance of Dahil Sayo.
✨ India – “Moksha”
“Moksha” is a visual and interactive display of India’s diverse rituals of remembrance, including storytelling, a short talk, and a participatory dance performance.
✨ Celtic Roots – “From Samhain to Halloween”
Presenter Shannon Silvermoon will explore Samhain’s ancient rituals and its transformation into Halloween. Participate in a short visualization, ancestor offerings, and intention-setting for the new year.
✨ Reflections on Grief and Healing
Led by death doula Leif, this space invites us to reflect on loss, grief, and renewal.
✨ Community Offerings
-Food vendors & face painting
-Performances by local & guest artists
-A closing dance party with uplifting global beats
📌 Save the date: Full schedule with times will be shared soon!
Event Schedule:
-3:00 – 4:00 PM: Altars making & community gathering begin, live Serenata from 3:30–4:00 PM & face painting & mini traditional food market open
-4:00 – 4:10 PM: Land Acknowledgment
by Rick Desautel
-4:10 – 5:10 PM: Community Talk: “Grief, Loss, and Healing”by Leif Mjolsness
-5:10 – 6:20 PM: Cultural Presentations:
Ireland – Origins of Halloween (5:10–5:30)
India – Moska (5:30–5:40)
Mexico – Traditions + Activity (5:40–6:00)
Philippines – Heritage + Activity (6:00–6:20)
-6:20 – 6:30 PM: Closing Remarks
-6:30 – 7:00 PM: Dance Performances featuring:
Miriam Martínez, Slava Doval’s DanceFusion, Sophie Barbaric, Surya & Nino, Tango group & Tapatia Collective
-7:00 – 9:30 PM: Dance Party featuring
DJ Mochilero & DJ Dubconscious
-9:30 – 11:00 PM: Karaoke & Curated Playlist
