A creative, active, and 100% French summer experience — artistic workshops in the morning and outdoor adventures in the afternoon !

Film Production Camp (Ages 14–18)

The Nelson Farmers Market is a city-managed service supporting local food producers, artisans, and community well-being. The Nelson Farmers Market has been a community staple for more than 40 years and is entering its sixth year as a City of Nelson program, remaining a valued community asset that strengthens the local economy and enhances Nelson’s appeal to residents and visitors alike.

GUIDED TOURS

Our Guided Tours are from mid-May to mid-October, 2:00pm on Saturdays. Our tours are approximately 90 minutes, including outdoor walkabouts and visits to the Temple and Gift Store.

Burger and Beer night at NDRC. Join us this Saturday night.

Join us for live acoustic music around the campfire or propane fire pit.

Come early — our musicians are incredibly talented, and you won’t want to miss it!

Finley’s In House DJ is ready with all your favourite dance floor tunes to keep you dancing all night long.

Late Nite Happy Hour from 8-11

Never Come Down is a vibrant, Portland, Oregon-based bluegrass and Americana band known for their tight vocal harmonies, masterful instrumentation, and dynamic live performances. Formed in 2017, they have quickly become a rising force in the contemporary acoustic music scene.

You are cordially invited to sing your lungs out at Cut-Throat Karaoke every Saturday night from 9-late at Uptown Tavern.

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. 

Beach Yoga with Melina 🧘‍♀️

Stretch your body, relax your mind, and breathe in the beauty of Kootenay Lake. Join Melina for a peaceful beach yoga session surrounded by stunning lake views and fresh air.

Newkeys Place in Crawforbay presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie, Like with friends.

Sundays 4-7

Our 5 Day Guided Retreats are grounded in authentic, integrative teachings – offering select practices you can apply to your life in a meaningful and lasting way.

Fight Fire With Fire! 2026

A Hot Ones–Inspired Charity Fundraiser

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
5:30 PM
Finley’s Bar & Grill
705 Vernon Street, Nelson, BC

THE HEAT IS BACK!

Join us for the 2nd Annual Fight Fire With Fire!, a one-of-a-kind evening inspired by the hit series Hot Ones, all in support of the United Way BC Wildfire Recovery Fund.

Join our growing field of chess lovers every other Tuesday night for Backroads’ unique tournament-style event. Play a maximum of 5 timed games against other enthusiasts, making friends and checking mates along the way. With a $25 Backroads Gift Card on the line, you’re sure to get your fill of games. And Beer.

All Musicians welcome!

We love showcasing incredible local talent so come down and show us yours. Or enjoy some great food, delicious drinks and even better talent live on stage.

Rossland Authors Rosa Jordan and Louise Sidley are on book tour and are coming to the Procter library to celebrate their recent children and YA novels Proiect Wild One and Wild