West Kootenay Regional Arts Council

Revelstoke - POETRY IN THE GALLERY - FREE
2026-06-25 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 favourite 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, June 25
6:30pm – 8:00pm
June’s Theme: “Circle”
RVAC Main Gallery, 320 Wilson st.
All forms of poetry welcome
No bookings required!
For our younger poets: All ages are encouraged to join these poetry nights, however please note that the last 45 minuets of this session will be reserved for adult content. Starting at 7:15pm some material may not be suitable for younger audiences.

Kimberley - Art Demonstration by Angelique Gillespie
2026-06-27 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | Art Gallery Kimberley at “The Laundromat”, 167 Deer Park Avenue, Kimberley
Art Gallery Kimberley is proud to present “My Figurative Pursuit,” a solo exhibit of new artwork by Canadian artist Angelique Gillespie, in the gallery from June 6 through June 28, 2026.
Angelique Gillespie was born in Sydney, Australia where she was surrounded by the vibrant colours of a tropical upbringing. Angelique spent a lifetime turning creative persistence into art that uplifts and surprises. Her journey began quietly, drawn alone, in the dirt, at dawn, before the rest of the large household stirred, and has since taken her across two continents, through formal training, decades of teaching, and an ever-evolving conversation with her own imagination.
Included in this exhibit is a moving series of paintings centred on a 92-year-old friend. Working from photographs taken eight decades ago, Angelique has painted her realistically against magical, surreal backgrounds — returning her, in image and feeling, to a time when she was young and free. It is the kind of work Angelique has always believed art can do: restore, renew, and remind us that hope is a choice available at any moment.
Alongside the exhibit, Angelique will offer two special public events, one on opening day, Saturday, June 6, and one on Saturday, June 27:
Live Demonstration — Angelique will demonstrate her process, offering visitors an up-close look at how intuition, mark-making, and material come together on the page.

Trail - The Monsters of Schlock & Neil E. Dee
2026-06-27 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Charles Bailey Theatre, 1501 Cedar Ave, Trail, British Columbia, V1R 4C7, Canada
The Monsters of Schlock & Neil E. Dee have combined forces to present Canada’s greatest sideshow daredevil collaboration for an absolutely wild Western Canada tour! Get ready for an unforgettable night of sword swallowing, sideshow stunts, comedy, and high-risk hijinks. This event is for the thrill seekers, lovers of the strange and unusual & fans of good times & bad ideas!!!
Meet your entertainers:
The Monsters of Schlock, the Great Orbax & Sweet Pepper are the world’s most extreme two man circus sideshow comedy magic extravaganza! 27x Guinness World Record setters and international sideshow legends!
Neil E. Dee doesn’t just tempt fate—he flirts with death and calls it showtime. For more than two decades, he has performed across Canada as the nation’s wildest sword swallower and a one-man stunt show. Neil’s performances are fuelled by a personal penchant for danger & the raw energy of rock and roll. It’s not a safety boredom show—it’s a danger thrill show!
Combined to bring you Canada’s greatest sideshow collaboration & recently featured together in Ripley’s Believe It, Or Not!!!

Nelson - Food, Love & Resistance
2026-06-29 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Nelson District Rod and Gun Club, 801 Railway St, Nelson, V1L 1H6
Join Nelson4Palestine on Monday, June 29 for “FOOD, LOVE & RESISTANCE”, a fundraiser feast prepared by renowned Palestinian chef Izzeldin Bukhari with storytelling and live music.
Jerusalem-based chef Izzeldin Bukhari will share traditional Palestinian foods and delight you with stories about the dishes’ ingredients, history and how they are part of Palestinian culture. Learn about how food can be part of cultural resistance.
As Chef Izzeldin says,
“Rich in nutritious ingredients and flavorful spices that are bound to the land, Palestinian food has made a deep impact on Mediterranean cuisine at large.
We are home to dishes that reflect our ancestors’ deep understanding of their soil, their ingredients, and their homeland.
Our aim is to keep that tradition alive, despite the relentless political and cultural pressures threatening its existence, and share that with the world.”
Learn more at sacred-cuisine.com/
Tickets ($40-$70 sliding scale) can be purchased at Notably Bookstore cash only or online at http://buytickets.at/sacredcuisine/2230255

Nelson - Plant Salve & Tincture Workshop - Sinixt Canoe Journey
2026-07-01 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Capitol Theatre
July 1st 3-6 PM @ the Capitol Theatre
$25
Or inquire at the box office for low-barrier pricing
Pre-registration required

Kimberley - Masterclass : The Sound of Japan by Keita Kanazashi
2026-07-13 08:00 - 2026-07-16 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | Centre 64, Kimberley
Monday, July 13 | 4:00–6:00 PMAdvanced Odaiko Techniques Workshop
This workshop is intended for experienced taiko players. Although registration is nearly full, we may still be able to accommodate participants with advanced taiko experience.
Thursday, July 16 | 2:00–3:00 PM
Musicians’ Masterclass
This workshop is designed for participants with a musical background. Previous taiko experience is not required, but some musical training or performance experience is recommended. Based on what you’ve shared, I believe this workshop would be an excellent fit for you.
Thursday, July 16 | 5:00 PM
Community Try-Taiko Session
Before the final gala concert, we will host a fun introductory taiko experience open to everyone, including children and families.
Wednesday, July 15
Small Group Workshops
These sessions are available for groups of 3–5 people and can be tailored to participants’ interests and experience levels. Spaces are still available.
Keita Kanazashi
is an internationally acclaimed
taiko performer and founding member of
the renowned ensemble HA・YA・TO.
Following recent tours in
Spain, France, Bulgaria, Peru, and Canada,
he brings his powerful artistry, world-class
experience, and passion for cultural
exchange to this special masterclass.
A rare opportunity to learn authentic
Japanese taiko directly from
a performer who has inspired
audiences around the globe.

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.

Many locations - 2026 Columbia Basin Culture Tour
2026-08-08 10:00 - 2026-08-09 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | various locations throughout the entire Columbia Basin region
August 8 & 9, 2026 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — time of day is local to the region (MST/PST)
Each year, the tour invites you to:

meet people behind the scenes at galleries and museums
visit studios and venues not normally open to the public
shop for original art or fine crafts
enjoy special events.

Self-directed and free of charge, the tour features the work of skilled local artists and fascinating cultural and heritage sites.
Find the venue directory here

Cranbrook - Pro Rodeo
2026-08-14 - 2026-08-16 | Wycliffe Exhibition Grounds, 5325 Wycliffe Park Road, Cranbrook, BC, Canada
“The August event continues to be a popular stop on the CPRA roster. The event promises to be as exciting as ever with three action-packed performances featuring top cowboys and cowgirls from all over North America. Vold Rodeo Ltd. will provide the rough stock once again and Lazy B Timed Event, the timed event cattle.
*from the Cranbrook Professional Rodeo website
http://www.cranbrookrodeo.com/
“This weekend Rodeo should be exciting as ever with three action-packed performances featuring top cowboys and cowgirls from all over North America. Vold Rodeo Ltd. will provide the rough stock once gain and Lazy B Timed Event, the steer wrestling and tie-down roping cattle. Fans will enjoy Wes Cummings as the Cranbrook Rodeo Announcer and entertainment by many time Comedy Act of the CPRA, Dennis Halstead. Sunday is Children’s Day. Concessions and beer garden.”
* from the Kootenay Rockies Events Page
https://www.kootenayrockies.com/events/pro-rodeo-cranbrook/
Note. I am a photographer that has applied for a CKCA grant for 2026 to photograph the Cranbrook Rodeo. Lily Anderson had suggested posting the event on your calendar. The event is on the Pro Rodeo Circuit calendar. However the details of the rodeo are not out yet. I will update as more info comes out.
Sanja Zarchikoff

Cranbrook Pro Rodeo Location:
Wycliffe Exhibition Grounds
5325 Wycliffe Park Road
8 miles north of Cranbrook on the Kimberley Highway

Rodeo ticket sale locations: Top Crop and Hillbilly Hardware (Please note that these are the only places where Cranbrook Rodeo tickets are legitimately sold; Cranbrook Rodeo does not sell rodeo tickets through online vendors.)

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!
