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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

INVERMERE SNOWFLAKE FESTIVAL

Kinsmen Beach 1720 4 Ave, Invermere, BC

The annual Snowflake Festival is back on January 17th, 2025. The Snowflake Festival will kick off at 5:30pm! This fun winter celebration includes skating on the lake, live music, bonfires, ice carving, local food vendors & more!

Be the World – Album Release Concert

Castle Theatre 185 Columbia Ave., Castlegar

Let’s celebrate the release of Steve Marc’s new album, ‘Be The World.’ Doors open at 6:30, Music starts at 7pm sharp! Advance Tickets $15 – (No Refunds) – The Old Castle Theatre – Arts. Culture. Live Entertainment. Steve Marc is an upbeat and uplifting World/Reggae Fusion band with hints of funk and grooves you can’t […]

$15

For the Love of Drag

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

Get ready, Nelson! “For the Love of Drag” is coming, and it’s set to be a night of glitz, glamour, and unforgettable entertainment. This show promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring a lineup of the most dazzling drag queens and kings from across British Columbia, including Victoria and Vancouver. A longtime fan […]

CIRCLE OF MADNESS

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

A free movie screening and party presented by The North Face and Baldface: A film by Cristoph Thoresen featuring athletes Victor De Le Rue & Markus Eder. Plus DJs and an opportunity to win a trip to Baldface Valhalla 19+

Winter Wonderland

Whitewater Ski Resort Whitewater Ski Hill Rd, Nelson BC

Join us for Whitewater’s Winter Wonderland, a fun-filled day featuring live pottery spinning, a snowman building competition, face painting, hot chocolate, and local live music! It’s the perfect family day out, so mark your calendars and bring the kids for a memorable weekend at Whitewater!

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

Learn to Make an Axe Block

Blewett Nelson, BC, Canada

In this 3 hour workshop I will teach you to make your own axe block that is the perfect working height for you. The axe block is the mini work bench of the carving world. A simple but very functional piece of portable equipment that is necessary for an enjoyable carving experience. A properly sized […]

$120

Cara Luft Harmony Singing Workshop

The Langham 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, Canada

Come to The Langham in Kaslo and experience the fun and unique qualities of singing with others in harmony and learn to capture the essence of a song with your voice. Join Cara for a fun and empowering experience! Everything is taught by ear and learned as a group.

$20

Cara Luft’s 50 for 50 Kaslo Community Concert At The Langham

The Langham 447 A Avenue, Kaslo, BC, Canada

Cara Luft returns to the Kootenays as part of her “50 for 50” celebratory tour to her adopted town of Kaslo! Joining her for the show are some of Kaslo’s fave local musicians, as well as Cranbrook-based Clayton Parsons.

$25

Dirt Relations Screening

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

When we hear the words ‘truth and reconciliation’, we don’t automatically think of the mountain biking world. The documentary film Dirt Relations is about to change that. Screening at the Nelson Library, Dirt Relations is a 30-minute documentary that delves into the connection between mountain biking, reconciliation and healing intergenerational trauma. Following the screening, there […]

Free