Annual Events

EVENTS IN NELSON BC & KOOTENAY LAKE

Our vibrant region is full of events all year round, with something to do every night of the week. From community events and music festivals, to foodie fests, art walks and powder celebrations, you'll be sure to find something awesome to do.

Check out our Nelson events calendar, plus events across the region: from Nelson, Balfour, Ainsworth Hot Springs, Kaslo, North Kootenay Lake and East Shore (Riondel to Wynndel). Below is a Daily Events calendar and an Annual Events listing to help plan your travels.

DAILY EVENTS

The region's daily events are listed on our Events CalendarClick on the button below and filter by Category, Community or Date.

Daily Events Calendar

Do you want to submit an event? Visit the Kootenay Calendar and click the 'add event' button.

NELSON EVENTS CALENDAR

Click on the months below and discover all the annual events in the region. Come find awesome!

 Kaslo Artwalk - Jun till SepKaslo
 Kaslo Saturday Market - SaturdaysKaslo
 Nelson Downtown Market - WednesdaysNelson
 Cottonwood Community Market - SaturdaysNelson
 Lardeau Valley Market - SundaysLardeau
TBDLa Franco FêteSalmo
16-18Tiny Lights FestivalNelson
TBDArt Walk Opening NightNelson
23-24Kootenay Burlesque FestivalNelson
 Kaslo Artwalk - Jun till SepKaslo
 Kaslo Saturday Market - SaturdaysKaslo
 Nelson Downtown Market - WednesdaysNelson
 Cottonwood Community Market - SaturdaysNelson
 Lardeau Valley Market - SundaysLardeau
1Canada DayAll Area
8Balfour DazeBalfour
5-30Capitol Theatre Summer Youth ProgrammeNelson
2iDIDaRIDE & RunKaslo
21 - 24Shambhala Music FestivalSalmo
TBDArt WalkNelson
28Market NightNelson
28-30Starbelly Jam Music FestivalCrawford Bay
29 - 30Columbia Basin Culture TourNelson
 Kaslo Artwalk - Jun till SepKaslo
 Kaslo Saturday Market - SaturdaysKaslo
 Nelson Downtown Market - WednesdaysNelson
 Cottonwood Community Market - SaturdaysNelson
 Lardeau Valley Market - SundaysLardeau
4-6Kaslo Jazz Etc Music FestivalKaslo
11 - 13Nelson International Mural FestivalNelson
12Kaslo's BirthdayKaslo
13-15Pirate Day on the SS MoyieKaslo
25Market NightNelson

Where to stay & What to do

Visit our Reservation System that provides you hotel rates and seasonal specials with a direct booking link to the accommodator. An additional feature is a list of attractions to make it easy for you to book direct. 

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LOOKING FOR MORE TO DO?

Do you want to be entertained and explore the region? Download our Kootenay Lake Road Trip app which will guide you through our region as you walk, bike or drive around. 
 
If unsure when to come explore visit our seasons page to find the perfect time of year that fits with your interests. We have a lot to choose from: hiking, dining, shopping, spas, fishing, golfing, paddling, mountain biking, breweries and more to offer. Come find awesome!
 

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