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“Uno” by Raul Pous Facha

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

Meet Raul: Architect, Artist, and Digital Fabrication Visionary “I’m Raul, an architect and artist of Mexican origin, now based in Canada since 2022. My lifelong fascination with materials and manufacturing techniques has deeply influenced my approach to design. While I’ve always appreciated the artistry and individuality of handmade products, I’ve also recognized the challenges they […]

Hotel California – The Original Eagles Tribute

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

HOTEL CALIFORNIA – The Original Tribute to The Eagles (Canada) For over three decades now HOTEL CALIFORNIA have been recreating the legendary sound of THE EAGLES, and thrilling audiences all over the world. The band set the bar in 1986, and they’ve remained the industry leading substitute for The Eagles ever since. Playing to huge […]

$51.50

KOOTENAY COMEDY OPEN MIC

The Royal 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Open Mic Comedy with some of the Kootenays finest and some others! message @kootenaycomedy on instagram to sign up!

$5

KOOTENAY COMEDY OPEN MIC

The Royal 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

With your host Cry Bebe Mikey! $5 at the door! 19+   Open Mic Comedy with some of the Kootenays finest and some others! message @kootenaycomedy on instagram to sign up!

$5

Changing Seasons Across the Kootenays

167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley, BC, V1A 2J5 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley

“Changing Seasons Across the Kootenays” A Solo Exhibit by Kimberley Artist Lynne Zentner Now Showing at Art Gallery Kimberley We are proud to present “Changing Seasons Across the Kootenays,” a serene and heartfelt solo exhibition by local artist Lynne Zentner, available from May 15 through June 8, 2025. Lynne’s collection pays tribute to the beauty […]

“Uno” by Raul Pous Facha

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

Meet Raul: Architect, Artist, and Digital Fabrication Visionary “I’m Raul, an architect and artist of Mexican origin, now based in Canada since 2022. My lifelong fascination with materials and manufacturing techniques has deeply influenced my approach to design. While I’ve always appreciated the artistry and individuality of handmade products, I’ve also recognized the challenges they […]

Spring Fling FREE Thursdays

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

Free

Still Life workshop w/ Cath McIntosh

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

Catherine McIntosh is your instructor for this 2-part still life painting workshop. Bring your own objects to paint or use the items on hand.  Pre-registration is required and is $50+GST for non-members and $40+GST for Museum members, all painting materials are provided. Space is limited so register early! Register here.

$40 – $50

Barbe à Papà Live @ Backroads Brewing

Backroads Brewing 460 Baker St, Nelson, BC, Canada

Join Barbe à Papà (Nick Johnson) for a night of beautiful Music. Barbe à Papà’s Unique Electro-Folk Style is intertwined With Lyrical story telling To bring a Calm and Engaging vibe to any room he plays. If the weather is right, His tones will make their way out to the Backroads Patio!

Kootenay Blues Society presents Dawn Tyler Watson and Steve Strongman

Finley’s Bar $ Grill 705 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, Canada

Two of Canada’s top blues performers will be appearing as a dynamic duo at Finley’s in Nelson, BC on Thursday, May 15th at 7 PM. Tickets are $25.00 and are available online at kootenaybluessociety.com or by contacting Finley’s for physical tickets: PH: 250 352 5121. They will also do a workshop on Wednesday, May 14 […]

$25.00

Nelson Sketch Comedy Revue: Volume II

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

After selling out the Capitol Theatre in November 2024 with the premiere of Nelson Sketch Comedy Revue, we’re back—bigger, bolder, and weirder than ever. This show is a love letter to the phrase “Keep Nelson Weird.” It’s a live show packed with fast-paced, scripted comedy. Each scene is short, sharp, and completely original—written and performed […]

$29.00