West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Revelstoke - Poetry in the Gallery | FREE
2026-03-26 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, Revelstoke, V0E 2S0
Poetry in the Gallery | FREE
Hosted by Emma Beck
Come spend a free evening surrounded by poetry, creativity, and community! Whether you’d like to read your own work, share a favorite poem, or just sit back and enjoy, everyone is invited. Bring a warm drink, settle into the cozy gallery space, and let yourself be inspired. This is a relaxed, judgment-free event where all voices are welcome—especially beginners!
Thursday, March 26
6:30pm – 8:00pm
March Theme: Animal
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson st.
All forms of poetry welcome
Open to all ages, Everyone is Welcome
No bookings required!
For our younger poets: All ages are encouraged to join these poetry nights, however please note that the last 45 minutes of this session will be reserved for adult content. Starting 7:15pm some material may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Castlegar - Groovy Tunes with TruckVanCar and Steve Marc
2026-03-27 19:00 | Harry’s Hall, 1119 Columbia Rd., Castlegar, British Columbia, V1N4L7, Canada
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Harry’s Hall. Experience the energy, the music, and the community that makes every event special.
Groovy Tunes with TruckVanCar and Steve Marc
Friday, March 27 – Doors at 7pm, Music at 7:30
Harry’s Hall, 1119 Columbia Rd, Castlegar
All Ages, Licensed Event
$20 Adults, $10 Minors
Get Your Tickets at https://harryshall.com/events
Get ready to dance and groove the night away!!!
Truckvancar 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.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruckVanCar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truckvancar
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Truckvancar
Website: https://truckvancarmusic.com/
Steve 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.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stevemarcg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevemarcmusic
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SteveMarcG
Website: https://www.stevemarc.ca

Nelson - Book Launch: Interstitial by Leesa Dean
2026-03-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
Join author Leesa Dean for a celebration of poetry and the power of community as she launches her third book, Interstitial. The event features readings by six authors:
Sarah Beauchamp
Ana Camila Cano Bates
Cheryl Cook
Logan Hale
Kai Harwood
Renee Harper
Book signings at 6:45 and 8
Author readings at 7
This inclusive event is open to people of all ages, backgrounds, and life experiences.

Nelson - 2026 Earth Days - April 1st - 30th
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-30
See the full calendar here
CELEBRATE • CONNECT • ENGAGE
Celebrate a full month of community, creativity, and climate action this April! 🌿
Earth Days Nelson brings together 45+ events designed to inspire, connect, and empower— with something for everyone.
Expect a vibrant mix of:
– Guided walks & nature exploration
– Performances, films & art events
– Workshops, talks & hands-on learning
– Climate action & community initiatives
– Family-friendly activities & social gatherings
– Earth Days Parade & Celebration
Events are happening all April long at various locations across Nelson & Area, and the majority are FREE.
Explore the full schedule: earthdaysnelson.ca
Come celebrate, learn, and take action together

Rossland - Easter Egg Hunt at the Rossland Museum
2026-04-04 10:30 - 15:30 | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Join us on Saturday, April 4th, for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt — a day filled with egg hunts, spring-themed crafts and races, face painting, activities, and more! 🎉🐣
📅 Date: Saturday, April 4th
⏰ Egg Hunt Times:
Morning Hunts: Ages 0-8(ish) 10:30 AM | 11:30 AM
Afternoon Hunts: Ages 6-12(ish) 1:30 PM | 2:30 PM
🎟 Entry by donation
Bring your baskets — we’ll see you there! 🐇💐
NOTE: Much of this program will be taking place outside. Warm clothes and footwear are recommended!
Parking at the Museum is limited. Please consider carpooling or using active transportation. You can access the Museum via several City-maintained trails! Check out our website for more details: rosslandmuseum.ca/news/2026/easter
This program is supported in part by the Columbia Basin Trust and the Nelson & District Credit Union.

Castlegar - Queen City Burlesque Expo
2026-04-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Old Castle Theatre, 185 Columbia Ave, Castlegar
Queen City Burlesque Expo Returns for Its 7th Season with “Step Into Your Power”
Three-Night Celebration Brings International Performers to the Kootenays, April 11–13
CASTLEGAR/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.
Headlining 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?
Character-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.
Show Schedule:
Friday, April 10 — Castle Theatre, Castlegar | 8:00 PM
Saturday, April 11 — Charles Bailey Theatre, Trail | 7:30 PM
Sunday, April 12 — Salmo Hotel Pub & Grill, Salmo | 12:00 PM
Tickets range from $17 to $45 (CAD) and are available now at queencityburlesque.ca.
“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
Trail 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.”
Now 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.
The 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.
For tickets and full event details, visit queencityburlesque.ca.

Creston - Skill Share: Collecting Wildflower Seeds
2026-04-11 14:00 - 15:30 | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
COLLECTING WILDFLOWER SEEDS
ETHICAL HARVESTING FOR HOME-GROWING
Gathering seeds in the wild can be fun and fruitful.
Caroline Collier, Wildsight volunteer and wildflower enthusiast, will offer a presentation about how to gather wildflower seeds ethically and responsibly. Collier will share best practices and important considerations for gathering seed from wildflowers without causing harm. Introducing wild flowers into your growing spaces is a great way to invite pollinators to visit your garden. Collier has been working on various projects with Wildsight to spread awareness about feeding wild pollinators to support biodiversity and healthy ecosystems in the Creston Valley.
Free to attend, no registration required.

Trail - Queen City Burlesque Expo
2026-04-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada

Salmo - Queen City Burlesque Expo
2026-04-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Salmo Hotel Pub & Grill, 101 Fourth St, Salmo

Castlegar - Oots Open Mic ft. Jayne Karma Lamo & the Interbeings
2026-04-12 17:30 - 21:00 | Harry’s Hall, 1119 Columbia Rd., Castlegar, British Columbia, V1N4L7, Canada
Monthly Open Mic with feature act. Saturday April 12th at Castlegar’s newest, hippest venue… Come on out, we’d love to see you perform, watch, dance or simply hang out… All arts disciplines welcomed.
All ages, by donation event.
Let’s go Castlegar/Oots and beyond!
Doors open at 5:30pm
Music starts at 6:00pm
Feature Act at 8:00pm
Food and drinks available.
This month’s feature act: Jayne Karma Lamo and the Interbeings
Jayne Karma Lamo & The Interbeings are an emerging, femme-fronted, neuro-spicy Kootenay act playing all original post-grunge, alt rock, dream-pop / shoegaze, with undertones reminiscent of The Cranberries, PJ Harvey, Emma Ruth Rundle, Radiohead and Tool. Audiences are loving their unique & super tight sets, and are utterly captivated by Jayne’s ethereal signature vocals, emotional lyrical content, and brain-tingling, catchy melodies. Jayne is backed by Ryan Hagen on bass, Steve Wilson / Lee Campese on drums, and Nelson from Nelson on guitar – local Kootenay favourites, and is planning to record another killer album this Spring with Juno award-winning producer Roger Swan.
Website: https://jaynekarmalamo.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaynekarmalamo
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaynekarmalamo
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1QrONa5msW5C3taGeeSok6
BandCamp: http://jaynekarmalamo.bandccamp.com/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jaynekarmalamo

Creston - CanFilmDay free movie screening: YOUNGBLOOD
2026-04-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
National Canadian Film Day (CanFilmDay) is a massive, coast-to-coast-to-coast salute to Canadian cinema! Launched in 2014, CanFilmDay has brought together hundreds of thousands of Canadians, to celebrate our stories and the incredible achievements of our filmmakers.
The Creston Valley Public Library is participating again for our fourth annual free film screening in conjunction with National Canadian Film Day.
Join us on Wednesday, April 15th at 7pm for a free screening of the Canadian film YOUNGBLOOD, directed by Hubert Davis, starring Shawn Doyle, Ashton James, and Blair Underwood.
“Dean Youngblood, a top hockey prospect in the minor leagues, faces the prospect of his career ending early when he’s suspended for an on-ice incident. Given a new chance on a new team, he has to face his aggression head-on to get back on track and lead his team to a championship.
Drawing inspiration from the 80s cult classic of the same name, Director Hubert Davis expertly captures the drama both on and off the ice, with incredible performances and exhilarating hockey sequences.”
“In an age when sports movies often feel either overly sentimental or clumsily macho, ‘Youngblood’ finds a refreshing sweet spot that’s emotionally intelligent, grounded, and deeply human.” — Louisa Moore, Screen Zealots
Free to attend, all are welcome.
free popcorn!
this movie is rated PG.

Nelson - Fresh Starts: Hand Mending Workshop
2026-04-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Nelson Public Library, 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 1N4, Canada
Join the Nelson Public Library and West Kootenay Fibreshed for a hand mending workshop to learn how to fix worn or ripped clothing.
WK Fibreshed members will be on hand to guide the session and encourage peer-to-peer learning.
Materials provided for simple mending projects.
All welcome and no registration necessary!

Salmo - Your Story, Your Stage Performance Workshops Day 1
2026-04-18 11:00 - 17:00 | Salmo Art Church, 304 Main St., Salmo, V0G1Z0
Improv, hosting, drag, dance, poetry, feedback (bring something to share and we’ll help you shine). A weekend to learn from performance pros. A stage to try something new (or just to have fun doing what you love). Suggested ages 15+
The Sunday showcase is optional but encouraged. It’s an open mic with a supportive audience. Priority stage spots go to workshop participants

PWYC or free!
Suggested donations are:
$10 per workshop
$20 for the full two days of workshops
*REGISTER HERE*
All workshops and the showcase take place at the Salmo Art Church EXCEPT for the dance workshop with Fabiola Gascon, which will be held in the SVYCC multipurpose room.
Dates and times:
Saturday, April 18th
11 – 1 – THE CONFIDENCE TO FAIL – INTRO TO IMPROV W MICHELLE HART
1:30 – 3:30 – OWN THE MIC: HOSTING WITH DRAG, COMEDY, AND CONFIDENCE W ELLA L’AMOUREUX
4 – NO LIMITS: MAKE A DIY SHOW AT ANY LEVEL W KARMELLE AKA ALGORERHYTHM

Sunday, April 19th
11 – 1 – FUSION FLOW: LATIN & CONTEMPORARY DANCE W FABIOLA GASCON OF TAPATIA COLLECTIVE *this workshop only — takes place in the Salmo Valley Youth and Community Centre’s multipurpose room*
1:30 – FROM PAGE TO STAGE: THE ART OF SPOKEN WORD WITH KAI HARWOOD
3 – PRE-SHOWCASE FEEDBACK W KARMELLE AKA ALGORERHYTHM
6:30 – SHOWCASE HOSTED BY CHERYL COOK

A Super Normal Productions project
Generously supported by the CKCA.

Salmo – Your Story, Your Stage Performance Workshops Day 2
2026-04-19 11:00 - 20:30 | Salmo Art Church, 304 Main St., Salmo, V0G1Z0
Improv, hosting, drag, dance, poetry, feedback (bring something to share and we’ll help you shine). A weekend to learn from performance pros. A stage to try something new (or just to have fun doing what you love). Suggested ages 15+
The Sunday showcase is optional but encouraged. It’s an open mic with a supportive audience. Priority stage spots go to workshop participants
PWYC or free!
Suggested donations are:
$10 per workshop
$20 for the full two days of workshops
*REGISTER HERE*
All workshops and the showcase take place at the Salmo Art Church EXCEPT for the dance workshop with Fabiola Gascon, which will be held in the SVYCC multipurpose room.
Dates and times:
Saturday, April 18th
11 – 1 – THE CONFIDENCE TO FAIL – INTRO TO IMPROV W MICHELLE HART
1:30 – 3:30 – OWN THE MIC: HOSTING WITH DRAG, COMEDY, AND CONFIDENCE W ELLA L’AMOUREUX
4 – NO LIMITS: MAKE A DIY SHOW AT ANY LEVEL W KARMELLE AKA ALGORERHYTHM

Sunday, April 19th
11 – 1 – FUSION FLOW: LATIN & CONTEMPORARY DANCE W FABIOLA GASCON OF TAPATIA COLLECTIVE *this workshop only — takes place in the Salmo Valley Youth and Community Centre’s multipurpose room*
1:30 – FROM PAGE TO STAGE: THE ART OF SPOKEN WORD WITH KAI HARWOOD
3 – PRE-SHOWCASE FEEDBACK W KARMELLE AKA ALGORERHYTHM
6:30/7 – SHOWCASE HOSTED BY CHERYL COOK

A Super Normal Productions project
Generously supported by the CKCA.

Nelson - Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
2026-04-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Christie Lee’s Hall, 807-703 Radio Ave, Nelson, BC, V1L3L3, Canada
Want to learn and practice dancing Argentine Tango?

We host a weekly Class and Practice at Christie Lees Hall in Fairview.

The guided portion from 7:30-8:30 has a different topic each week (check our Facebook page for host and topic announcements). We have an open practice after the lesson until 9:30 pm.

Dancers of all levels are welcome! Material is beginner-friendly.

Tango is an improvised partner dance originating in Argentina and Uruguay; you don’t need a partner to attend tango practices or events and it can be danced by anyone and everyone.

Please bring your dancing shoes and a water bottle.

10$ donation

Where to find us: Christies Lees Hall is on Radio Ave., in lower Fairview. You can access Radio from 4th or 7th Streets. The Hall’s part of the Kiwanis Villa complex. On Radio Ave. look for “701” on the deck post near the sidewalk leading to the front doors. Also, look for the sandwich board near the sidewalk.

Google map link: https://goo.gl/maps/zFraPXNpJ6aBBJtv6
Maps will tell you that it’s “temporarily closed” but don’t believe it!

Invermere - FAVOURITE PLACES "Paint With Me"
2026-04-23 13:30 - 2026-08-16 16:00 | The ArtHus, 4951 Timberview Place, Invermere, British Columbia, Canada
How would like to paint a scene from one of your favorite artists?
Van Gogh, Group Of Seven, Min Ma, Bobbie Burgers, Cameron Bird …
You can … if you paint with me! Ages 6-96
– LOCATION: The ArtHus – 4951 Timberview Place, Invermere, B.C.
– Paint Sessions are appr. 2 hours in length – varies with age
– All materials are supplied, including an 11”x14” canvas
– 1 student = $100 2 students = $85 3 students = $75
– Private repeat sessions = $85 each
CONTACT – nancy@eton-west.com
www.favoriteplacesbynancysorensen.com
780-995-3458

Rossland - Drawn to Mushrooms: Illustrations w/ Rebecca Fux
2026-04-23 15:30 - 17:30 | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
Back by popular demand, Rebecca Fux is leading another art workshop you won’t want to miss! Taking inspiration from our temporary exhibit BC’s Marvellous Mushrooms, Rebecca will lead a guided instruction on scientific illustrations! Her primary goal remains encouraging creative expression and fun. All skill levels are welcome and supplies (and refreshments!) will be provided.
When: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026. 3:30 – 5:30 pm
Where: Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre
Cost: $30 or $25 for Members
All materials will be provided. Drawing can be messy — please wear appropriate clothes!
Space is limited, so pre-registration is required. More info: rosslandmuseum.ca/news/2026/scientific-illustrations
This program is available to participants 16+, but if you don’t quite make the age requirement and you feel like this is the workshop for you, please reach out to programs@rosslandmuseum.ca to discuss some options!

Rossland - Speaker Aerin Bowers: Swimming the English Channel
2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre, 1100 Hwy 3B | Junction of Hwys 3B & 22, Rossland, BC, V0G 1Y0, Canada
At 2:30 am on June 29th, 2025, Rosslander Aerin Bowers set out to swim the English Channel. Sixteen hours and 33 minutes later, she walked onto a beach in France. The marathon feat was a culmination of a dream — and years of training. Come out to the Museum at 6 pm on Thursday, April 23rd, to hear the whole story, from training and logistical challenges to battling tides and encounters with jellyfish!
Entry by Donation. Treats/refreshments provided.
More info/RSVP at rosslandmuseum.ca/news/2026/april-speaker

Nelson - HEATED RIVALRY DANCE PARTY FUNDRAISER
2026-04-23 20:00 - 23:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Fundraiser for Everest Legacy Fund Supporting LGBT Kids in Sports
Hosted and drag performance by the Backstreet Butches

Boswell - Dancing on Mountains: Women of the Kootenays
2026-04-24 16:00 - 17:30 | The Heart: Boswell Historical Society, 12676 Hwy 3A, Nelson, British Columbia, V0B1A4, Canada
Dancing on Mountains: Women of the Kootenays
edited by Luanne Armstrong
A new collection of stories that is a celebration of the brilliant, radical essence of the women of the Kootenays is just out from Caitlin Press. The book was compiled and edited by award winning editor and author, Luanne Armstrong. Dancing on Mountains is a collection of inspiring and eclectic stories written by women from across geography and time, each of whom has been drawn to take root in the mystic, beautiful Kootenays. In their own words, these women—teachers, artists, musicians, writers, entrepreneurs and environmentalists—share stories that embody the spirit of the Kootenays. From fleeing the US draft alongside the men of the sixties and pushing against traditional gender roles and sexism, to reclaiming Indigenous identities, calling out environmental threats and fighting for our climate today, these stories span the spectrum of human experience.
Nestled among pristine lakes, powerful rivers and awe-inducing mountain ranges, the Kootenay region of British Columbia has always drawn a distinctly adventurous crowd. The dramatic and somewhat isolated landscape has long been a fertile ground for artists, musicians, back-to- the-landers, hippies, environmentalists, free thinkers, and those seeking to escape the confines of big cities to the east and west and the political dynamics to the south. Others have called the area home for millennia—the Sinixt Nation, which spans the interior plateau of BC and extends beyond the areas now known as the Kootenay region, and the Ktunaxa Nation, which have long resided on the lands and waters of the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers and beyond the confines of our colonial borders. Today, the Kootenay region is a hub of farming, arts, culture and counterculture in British Columbia and the contributors for this fascinating anthology represent the wide, culturally diverse and fascinating variety of women’s stories.
The book is available in bookstores or can be ordered from Caitlin Press.
https://caitlinpress.com/
The Boswell Book launch will be held Saturday, April 24th, at 4 pm at The Heart – Boswell Historical Society.
Readers will be Maureen Cameron, Ilana Cameron, Paula Snow, Polly Wilson and Yvette Schenkel. Our bookseller will be Joe Fraser of Kingfisher Books. Coffee by Lark Roasters.

Trail - Circus Incognitus: Jamie Adkins
2026-04-24 18:00 - 19:05 | Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail, BC
The Trail & District Arts Council and Rossland Council for Arts and Culture present Circus Incognitus, a one-man circus comedy show from Jamie Adkins for kids aged 4 – 17, their families and the young at heart to enjoy together. The show is on Friday April 24 at 6:00 pm in The Bailey Theatre as part of the TECK Family Series.
An unforgettable, moving and hilarious show from Jamie Adkins, a performer in the vaudeville tradition of Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton. With no hi-tech distractions, he heroically battles with everyday objects, always on the verge of disaster. The story of a man who tries, but fails, to tell us something!
A story told with touching humor, witty tomfoolery, and acrobatic exploits both on the ground and on the slack rope! Enchanter of almost nothing, juggler of almost everything, Jamie Adkins performs astonishing and wacky acrobatic circus feats. All the while engaging the audience without dialogue but only with sounds and gestures.
Watch the trailer https://vimeo.com/72838781?share=copy.
“His spontaneous improvisation and sensitivity to his audience make each performance unique. […] Adkins is a master of comic timing who seems to be having as much fun as his audience.” – Chronicle Telegraph
“Contagious madness. […] Interaction with the young audience is the driving force behind this show. With his friendly face and funny acts…Circus Incognitus is a show for the whole family. Everyone will find something for them, from the youngest to the parents. It’s fun, entertaining and it’s timely.” – carrefourdequebec.com
Circus Incognitus is a pure marvel that chases away all the gray clouds in the sky to explode with joy and light up stars in your eyes. It’s brilliant, there are no other words.” – Le Soleil (Quebec)
Show 65 minutes.
Recognized as one of the most talented contemporary circus artists in Canada, Jamie Adkins has performed Circus Incognitus over 1,200 times across 27 countries and continues to captivate audiences with his unique blend of skill and humour.
“Here is a clown who transforms the trivial into the marvelous, the banal into the extraordinary and the everyday into a fairy tale.” — Les Inrockuptibles (France)
A renowned acrobat, juggler, and magnificent clown, Jamie Adkins began his career at 13 as a street performer in his San Diego neighborhood, where he delighted pedestrians. Later, in San Francisco, he continued his apprenticeship at the Pickle Family Circus. Now a Canadian citizen living in Quebec, he is a former member of Cirque du Soleil and Cirque Éloize, and distinguishes himself with his unique style that faithfully and humorously conveys the essence of the ordinary man.
Single tickets are $18 or get tickets to all 4 Family Series shows for just $60. General admission seating so get to the theatre early for the best seats.
All individual tickets and passes are available online at purchase.trail-arts.com, by phone at 250-368-9669, and in person at the Bailey Box Office at 1501 Cedar Ave., Trail.

Nelson - ALL TOGETHER NOW: Singing Event with Luke Wallace
2026-04-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Nelson United Church, 602 Silica Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4N1, Canada
Join songwriter Luke Wallace and a collection of Nelson Singers for a night of uplifting harmony rooted in justice and ecology.
Luke Wallace is a dynamic force in the world of folk music, using his talent as a songwriter, speaker, and choral arranger to champion environmental causes and inspire positive change. Hailing from the Coast Salish Territory known as Vancouver, Canada, Luke has been on a decade-long journey of touring, recording, and organizing for the betterment of people and the planet.
Presented by West Kootenay Climate Hub and Earth Days Nelson & Area, ALL TOGETHER NOW is a mix between a song circle and performance. Part concert and part audience harmony workshop, this evening of collective music brings voices together in soidarity and love for the Earth.
Luke is like a modern Pete Seeger. From the moment he hits the stage, he has the audience singing about positive change. We desperately need that and we need him on stages all across our Country right now! He doesn’t back down but he doesn’t alienate people either. He’s a perfect voice for right now.” – Doug Cox
Doors @ 6:30PM Show @7:00PM
Nelson United Church
Tickets at Eventbrite

Creston - Dancing on Mountains: Women of the Kootenays
2026-04-25 14:00 - 15:30 | Creston Legion, 137 11 Ave N, Creston, British Columbia, V0B 1G0, Canada
Dancing on Mountains: Women of the Kootenays
edited by Luanne Armstrong
A new collection of stories that is a celebration of the brilliant, radical essence of the women of the Kootenays is just out from Caitlin Press. The book was compiled and edited by award winning editor and author, Luanne Armstrong. Dancing on Mountains is a collection of inspiring and eclectic stories written by women from across geography and time, each of whom has been drawn to take root in the mystic, beautiful Kootenays. In their own words, these women—teachers, artists, musicians, writers, entrepreneurs and environmentalists—share stories that embody the spirit of the Kootenays. From fleeing the US draft alongside the men of the sixties and pushing against traditional gender roles and sexism, to reclaiming Indigenous identities, calling out environmental threats and fighting for our climate today, these stories span the spectrum of human experience.
Nestled among pristine lakes, powerful rivers and awe-inducing mountain ranges, the Kootenay region of British Columbia has always drawn a distinctly adventurous crowd. The dramatic and somewhat isolated landscape has long been a fertile ground for artists, musicians, back-to- the-landers, hippies, environmentalists, free thinkers, and those seeking to escape the confines of big cities to the east and west and the political dynamics to the south. Others have called the area home for millennia—the Sinixt Nation, which spans the interior plateau of BC and extends beyond the areas now known as the Kootenay region, and the Ktunaxa Nation, which have long resided on the lands and waters of the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers and beyond the confines of our colonial borders. Today, the Kootenay region is a hub of farming, arts, culture and counterculture in British Columbia and the contributors for this fascinating anthology represent the wide, culturally diverse and fascinating variety of women’s stories.
The book is available in bookstores or can be ordered from Caitlin Press.
https://caitlinpress.com/
The Creston Book launch will be held Saturday, April 25th, at 2 pm.
Readers will be Maureen Cameron, Ilana Cameron, Paula Snow, Polly Wilson and Yvette Schenkel. Our bookseller will be Joe Fraser of Kingfisher Books. Coffee by Lark Roasters.

Nelson - Storytelling Workshop: Dreaming in the Chrysalis
2026-04-25 15:30 - 17:30 | Kiwanis Villa Community Hall, 700 Gordon Rd., (Access via Radio Ave.), Nelson, Canada
In collaboration with Storytelling Nelson. An afternoon of story, poetry and ideas.
Storyteller and theatre practitioner Gail Nyoka leads you through an interactive program.
Hear the story of Sedna, the woman who transforms into the Goddess of the Sea. What will this story mean to you?
Participate in techniques developed by playwright Augusto Boal and his Theatre of the Oppressed (no acting experience required or expected).
You are invited to play.

Silverton - For the Love of the Forest
2026-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Silverton Memorial Hall, Silverton BC
Slocan Lake Arts Council presents:
FOR THE LOVE OF THE FOREST
An evening of music, film, poetry and art celebrating the beauty, the wonder, and the wisdom of the woods.
-Music by FREYA—the captivating soulful sounds of Noel Fudge and Martine DenBok
-Film: “On BEAUTY, As We Come to it in the Forest”—a 1/2 hour deep meditative dive into the stunning forests of the Slocan Valley, by filmmaker Isaac Carter, produced by Barbara Brown
-Poetry by Barbara Brown
-Paintings on display by Barbara Brown, Artist of the Forest
Admission by donation (suggested $20)
A light concession will be offered – cash only
www.slocanlakeartscouncil.ca
FB: @SlocanLakeAC
www.barbarabrownart.com
Supported by the Province of British Columbia, British Columbia Arts Council

Winlaw - Another Very Grateful Evening! Live Tributes
2026-04-25 19:30 - 23:30 | Appledale Hall, 6841 Appledale Park Rd, Winlaw, BC, V0J 2G0
The Very Grateful Weekend 2026 continues. Experience the multi-faceted vibes of the Dead’s folk, country, blues, jam rock, psychedelia, and more! Local bands are performing to support the spirit of the Grateful Dead and Kootenay Co-op Radio (KCR). Proceeds support homegrown radio, so come shake your bones and support KCR’s mission to let great songs fill the air!
Featuring:
Dead Reckoning
Rob Funk & Friends
The Great Full Life

Winlaw - Slocan Valley Threads Guild Yard & Yardage
2026-04-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Slocan Valley Threads Guild,, 7112 Perrys Back Road, Winlaw, V0G 2J0
Fabric, yarn, notions, equipment, plants and books for fibre-related activities for sale at reasonable prices outside under tents.
Lunch, snacks, coffee etc.
Display of members’ work inside the hall.
Lots of socializing too at this valued annual community event.

Slocan Valley Threads Guild
7112 Perry’s Back Road in Appledale. It’s a left turn off Highway 6, a few minutes north of Winlaw.

Nelson - Kootenay Circus Arts Festival
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-03 | Discover Circus, 330 Baker St. Suite 302, Nelson, BC, V1L 4H5, Canada
🎪 Kootenay Circus Arts Festival 2026 🎪
Join us in Nelson, BC for a weekend of circus, creativity, and community at the Kootenay Circus Arts Festival (KCAF) presented by Boundless Arts & Events.
Workshops are open to all ages and all experience levels — from complete beginners to experienced circus artists. Come try something new, learn from inspiring instructors, and connect with the circus community!
Festival Schedule
🌍 April 30 – Earth Day Collaboration Event
At the Nelson Youth Centre
• Community film screening of Wild Aerial and Embers by aerial filmmaker Sasha Galitzki
🤸 May 1–3 – Circus Workshops
• Workshops for kids, teens, and adults
• Classes for all levels
• A chance to try aerials, movement, and circus skills in a welcoming environment
🎭 May 2 – Saturday Night Cabaret
A high-energy showcase featuring incredible circus performances.
✨ Everyone is welcome — come try circus!

Nelson - BLUE MOON MARQUEE w/ BILLI ZIZI
2026-05-02 20:30 - 23:30 | The Royal, 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 4H5, Canada
Quartet performances featuring
A.W. Cardinal
Jazz Colette
Peter Cormier
Meg Thompson

Nelson - Collage Drop In
2026-05-07 16:30 - 19:00 | Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery, 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, V1L 4E7, Canada
Thursday, April 2nd
4:30 – 7pm
Collage Drop In. Come on in on the first Thursday of the month for a casual drop in collage space. We have some stellar content to create unique, stunning papercraft works. This is a great economical way to spend an evening with some friends, new and old. (will continue on May 7th, June 4th & July 2nd)
$10 – $15 sliding scale, no registration required.
