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Phantom Power New Year’s Eve w/ Cass Rhapsody

Spiritbar 422 Vernon St, Nelson, British Columbia

It’s a special New Years Eve with Tragically Hip cover band Phantom Power and @cassrhapsody holding it down to bring in 2025 with a ?!!

$25

NYE Dance Party at the Elks Halls

Elks Hall 491 1st Ave, Fernie, BC

Send off 2024 and bring in 2025 with a special party at the Elks Hall! TICKETS $40 - PURCHASE ONLINE The DJ line up features an epic list of local heroes:TWISTER MITCH • TOBES LERONE • COSMIC ENGAGEMENT • DINGO STARR • DOROTHY Light up the Night with fully immersive decor and lighting - Everyone […]

NEW YEARS EVE with BRASS CAMEL & PARIS PICK and the PRICKS

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

Brass Camel is a unique Vancouver-based rock group whose singular sound mashes together the diverse influences of prog, funk and rock music. The band’s musicianship, songwriting and work ethic have led to endorsements from such companies as Sabian, Rotosound UK and Vater and the group has performed over 120 concerts since the release of their […]

$35

NYE: Murge & Tor Live At Bloom Nightclub

Bloom Nightclub 198 Baker St, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

NEW YEARS EVE AT BLOOM NIGHTCLUB Murge is kicking off 2025 with serious dancefloor vibes in the form of new single ‘‘virtue’. With an off the cuff Detroit influenced vibe, inspired by 90s pioneers like Theo Parrish and Andrés, virtue is a drum forward banger that is born ready for the club. “in 2021 I was […]

$38

Tea & Textiles

J.B. Fletcher Store Museum 3602 Sutton Street, Ainsworth, BC, Canada

The J.B. Fletcher Museum in Ainsworth will be hosting gatherings for fibre enthusiasts and tea lovers to come and work on their knitting, crochet, embroidery, and spinning projects while connecting with fellow crafters. These gatherings will occur the first Wednesday of every month from 9-12. Drop ins welcome.

by-donation

Nelson Polar Bear Swim

Lakeside Park Nelson, Canada

The Polar Bear Swim is a fun event that brings together around 400 people every year. Happening on Wednesday, Jan 1st with the plunge at noon. This is a fundraiser for Kootenay Co-op Radio and Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society. Head to https://nelsonpolarbearswim.com/ to sign up, donate, or find more info.

Free

Open Mic Night at The Angry Hen

Angry Hen Brewing 343 Front St, Kaslo

Open mic night at The Angry Hen in Kaslo. The first Wednesday of every month. All live music is presented in conjunction with Propel Studios, a full-production recording studio with accommodation directly across the street from The Angry Hen.

Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings

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

The Nelson Museum is open late on Thursdays and admission is FREE from 4-8pm. Explore the new gallery exhibitions — A Crack in the Mirror in Gallery A and Within This Earthen Vessel in Gallery B  — discover the region’s history in the 2nd Floor Museum Exhibit, and shop work from over 120 local artists in […]

Free

Apres FREE! Thursday evenings

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

The days are shorter but the Nelson Museum is open longer! Thursdays from 4-8pm is FREE admission to the galleries, museum and Shop, where you can explore the newest exhibitions, learn about local history, and shop over 100 local artists!

Free

The Brian K Trio

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

Brian Kalbfleisch returns with Rob Fahie and guests for another beautiful night of Canadiana and original music!

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

Lil’ Mikey Presents: Cry Bebe Apres Set @ Backroads Brewing

Backroads Brewing 460 Baker St, Nelson, BC, Canada

An Après Set with the Number one Saddest Sound in Town, Lil’ Mikey. Turn your smile upside down with a skillful selection of Sentimental Saddies, Melancholic Melodies and Devastating Downers. 100% Saddest-faction Guaranteed!

Free