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ED Fest

Rotary Park Cranbrook

This fall, the vibrant community of Cranbrook, British Columbia, will be transformed into a pulsating hub of creativity and expression with the annual Ed Fest Arts & Music Festival. Scheduled for two days, this festival is not just an event but a celebration of the arts, inviting people of all ages to immerse themselves in […]

Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Studio and Giftshop

Doukhobor Discovery Centre 112 Heritage Way, Castlegar, BC, Canada

Visit the Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Guild Studio and Gift Shop located at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, Heritage Way in Castlegar this summer. Meet our members, shop a selection of handcrafted items in our giftshop and enjoy live demonstrations. Thinking to join? Find us on Facebook and Instagram @selkirkweaversspinners. Saturdays only in June. Wed-Sat July […]

Free

L’OMELETTE w/ NATALIE INGA

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

L’omelette weaves threads of soul, jazz and punk into colourful, emotionally honest tapestries. The Calgary art-rockers dart between progressive and new-wave rock rhythms and synth-led dance pop, tied together by commanding, current concepts and melodies.

$15

Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Studio and Giftshop

Doukhobor Discovery Centre 112 Heritage Way, Castlegar, BC, Canada

Visit the Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Guild Studio and Gift Shop located at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, Heritage Way in Castlegar this summer. Meet our members, shop a selection of handcrafted items in our giftshop and enjoy live demonstrations. Thinking to join? Find us on Facebook and Instagram @selkirkweaversspinners. Saturdays only in June. Wed-Sat July […]

Free

Guided Cold War Bunker tours

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

During the height of the Cold War, in the 1950s and 1960s, nearly 50 bunkers were constructed across Canada. In 2017, the Nelson Museum began work on restoring the space and opening it to the public. You can join a tour of one of the Museumʼs best-loved spaces! From iodine pills and Geiger counters to […]

$6 – $8

Season Launch Variety Show

Capitol Theatre Nelson 421 Victoria Street, Nelson

Season Launch Variety Show FREE EVENT! No tickets needed! For the first time we’re kicking off the season with a free 70s-themed Variety Show. Join us for a night of fancy drinks, food by Yum Son, Cantina and Broken Hill, fun door prizes for the best costumes, and surprise performances by local celebrities! Book your […]

Capitol Theatre Season Launch Variety Show

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

Get ready to groove and celebrate! Join us at the Capitol Theatre Nelson for a fabulous kickoff to our live entertainment season. Rock your best 70s retro outfits for a night of flashy drinks, tasty snacks, and a lively variety show. Win door prizes, enjoy fun quizzes, and surprise performances by local celebrities. Grab your […]

Free

ANNA KATARINA and HER BAND w/ THE SECRET BEACH

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

Anna Katarina is a BC-based indy performer. With catchy melodies, soulful harmonies and skillful songwriting, Anna will sweep you off your feet with its unique indie-folk sound. The Secret Beach is the new collaborative musical project fronted by songwriter/producer Micah Erenberg. Micah has written, produced and engineered for artists such as Kacy & Clayton, Lee Ranaldo & Zoon, Boy […]

$20

Beginner Hand Building Pottery Workshop

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

About Hand Building: There are three main techniques: pinch, coil and slab, all for a variety of projects and designs. This method of making is the most beginner-friendly, as it doesn’t require the use of a pottery wheel. It’s also incredibly satisfying to add texture and unique effects on hand built pieces, making use of […]

$250

Itty Bitty Art Time (Preschool Art Classes)

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

Participants can expect to make artwork in a wide range of materials that encourage experimentation and motor skill development. Previous projects include yarn bowls, glitter dioramas and marker pull art. These classes get MESSY, be sure to dress your child (and yourself!) in play clothes. Paint, salt, glue and many more materials will be used. One […]

$100

Visual Exploration Club (Ages 5-8)

VISAC Gallery 1501 Cedar Avenue, Trail

About Visual Exploration Club (VEC): Students can expect to learn about other artists, experiment with various materials, and make mistakes. Each participant receives a sketchbook to track their skill development in a wide range of materials such as drawing, painting, printmaking and 3-dimensional art. This session is for ages 5-8, or primary students in grades […]

$150