West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Kaslo - May Days
2026-05-16 09:00 - 2026-05-18 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | BC
A three-day festival packed with activities for all ages, featuring helicopter rides, logger sports, the Show ’n’ Shine car show, live music, a vibrant food and craft vendor market, family-friendly entertainment, a parade, a traditional May Pole dance, pancake breakfast and more! Join us for a weekend of fun in the heart of Kaslo.

Rossland - The Poetic Body Larval Mask Workshop: Elaine Weryshko
2026-05-16 10:00 - 2026-05-17 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Rossland Miners Hall, 1765 Columbia Ave, Rossland, British Columbia, V0G 1Y0, Canada
May 16th and 17th, 2026
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM each day
Looking for something fun to do this May long weekend? The Rossland Council for Arts and Culture is excited to present The Poetic Body with Larval Mask Workshop, led by Winlaw resident Elaine Weryshko!
Enter the strange, simple, and magnetic world of Larval Masks. Rooted from the winter carnival of Basel, Switzerland and reimagined by Jacques Lecoq, these oversized, beginnings of life masks are a gateway to embodiment, archetype, non-verbal storytelling and dream space. This is physical poetry, where breath, stillness, and silhouette speak louder than words.
Larval work sharpens the performer’s ability to explore presence; by stripping back, listening with the body, and building story from tension, space, and rhythm with the unknown.
Ideal for performers, educators, writers, and anyone curious about the full-body language beneath text. The full-faced mask is a revelation and invitation to encounter the architecture of play and possibility.
Join this amazing 12-hours over two days workshop for just $50! Registration below.
This workshop is a part of our new series, May Music & More. For more information about the other events in the series, please see our events page.
All ages, but 18+ recommended.

Nelson - 4th Annual Haute Trash! Fashion Show and Art Exhibition
2026-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | The Capitol Theatre, 421 Victoria Street, Nelson, British Columbia, V1L 5R2, Canada
Nelson’s most creative night of the year is BACK!
4th Annual Haute Trash! Trash Fashion Show & Art Exhibition
May 16 • 7:00 PM • Capitol Theatre All Ages
Have you ever looked at your trash bin and thought, “Wait, I could wear that!”? Well someone did, and they made it Trashtabulous!
Nelson’s Haute Trash! show is one of only a handful of annual trashion shows in the world — a vibrant celebration of “high‑class trash” featuring artists and designers of all ages and skill levels. Expect innovative apparel, unforgettable looks, and a community‑powered celebration of arts, culture, and environmental awareness.
Designers compete for cash and prizes across multiple categories, and the audience can be winners, too! Just wear your own trash design to the show and you can WIN prizes!!
Join us for Nelson’s most imaginative night of the year and
Wearable art. Trash art. Live performances. One spectacular evening.

Get your Haute Trash tickets before they’re gone at capitoltheatre.ca

Creston - Skill Share: Visible Mending + Creative Alteration
2026-05-23 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Creston Valley Public Library, 531 16 Ave S, Creston, BC, V0B 1G5
Join us for an afternoon of community, crafty mending, and thoughtful discussion.
SkillShare Saturday events are built around the idea that everybody is an expert at something, and we all benefit when we have opportunities to learn from one another. These creative mending events welcome folks at all skill levels to bring their projects and either seek advice and tips or show off their skills a little bit. We often end up helping one another problem solve a tricky mend or get inspired to finally tackle those little tasks that never seem to reach the top of the to-do list.
We will have a selection of essential supplies on hand, but if your project requires something very specific, it’s probably best to bring it along. We will also have some reference resources available to help us with the technical questions.
This is an adult programming event. All experience levels welcome & kids accompanied by a participating adult are welcome.

Castlegar - O Canada!
2026-05-29 19:00 - 2026-05-30 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Castlegar New Life Church, 602 7 St, Castlegar, Castlegar, V1N 1R6
Come join us for some fun stuff!
Selections featuring Canadiana, and/or composed or arranged by Canadians!
New Life Church
602 7 St, Castlegar, BC V1N 1R6
May 29th & 30th. 7PM
Adults $20, Students $10
Concessions available.

Crawford Bay Sunday Market
2026-07-19 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Crawford Bay Community Park, 16060 BC-3A, Crawford Bay, V0B 1E0, Canada
The Crawford Bay Sunday Market runs Sundays from May 3 through October in Crawford Bay, except July 12 (Starbelly weekend). The market brings together local artisans, farmers, food vendors, and musicians, offering a welcoming gathering place for residents and visitors. More information and vendor details at cbsundays.ca.

Creston Clay Fest
2026-08-15 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | Eversfield Ceramics, 1522 Airport Road, Creston
Local Potters invite the public to learn, play, and explore the world of ceramics. Refreshments and interactive kids table available throughout the day. Fun for all ages!
