Events Calendar

All Events

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Les Filles Du Roi

Venue:
The Capitol Theatre
Community:
Nelson

Capitol Film Series: The lives of young Mohawk Kateri and her brother Jean-Baptiste are disrupted by the arrival of the king’s daughters, young French women sent to the new colony to marry and have children. They forge an unlikely relationship with young Marie-Jean Lespérance, whose dream of a new life is more complicated than she could have imagined.

Tickets $15

Film
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Open Stage Tuesdays at Finley’s

Venue:
Finley’s Bar & Grill
Community:
Nelson

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.

Community Events
Live Performance
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Tea & Textiles

Venue:
J.B. Fletcher Store Museum
Community:
Ainsworth

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.

Community Events
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Open Mic Night at The Angry Hen

Venue:
Angry Hen Brewing
Community:
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.

Food/Beverage
Live Performance
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CONSENT EVENT VARIETY SHOW!

Venue:
The Royal
Community:
Nelson

Get ready for an inspiring and entertaining evening at The Royal on Wednesday, February 5th! The 1st Annual Fundraiser for the Nelson Team Consent Society brings together community, performances, and education in a celebration of consent culture.

LGBTQIA2S+
Community Events
Exhibition/Speakers
Live Performance
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Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice

Venue:
Christie Lee’s Hall
Community:
Nelson
Want to learn and practice dancing Argentine Tango? We host a weekly mini-lesson and practica at Christie Lee’s Hall in Fairview. The guided portion from 7:30-8:15 has a different host and topic each week (check our Facebook page for host and topic announcements). We have an open practice after the lesson until 9:30pm. Dancers of all levels are welcome!
Community Events
Workshops
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Apres FREE! Thursday evenings

Venue:
Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery
Community:
Nelson

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!

Community Events
Kid Friendly
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Introduction to Ayurvedic Cooking + Conscious Eating

Venue:
Kootenay Co-op
Community:
Nelson

Join Jordann Kian as she introduces us to the basics of Ayurveda, and cooking consciously. We will cover the basics of integrating Ayurveda in your cooking, discuss the doshas, ayurvedic spices, meal planning and preparation, and conscious eating habits.

Register Here

Community Events
Food/Beverage
Workshops
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Open Stage Thursdays Finley’s

Venue:
Finley’s Bar & Grill
Community:
Nelson

There is so much amazing local talent in the Kootenays we need two nights a week to show it all off. All musicians and performers welcome.

Come down and show us what you’ve got or sit back and watch the amazing talents of others!

Community Events
Live Performance
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Meat & Prize Draws

Venue:
corner of Stanley & Victoria
Community:
Nelson

 

 

Every Friday afternoon, the Nelson Royal Canadian Legion (402 Victoria Street – Stanley Street Entrance) holds meat & prize draws from 3 to 5 pm.  There is also often a 50/50 draw.  All proceeds to local charities.  Please come out and join us in a great community cause.

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APRÈS SKI

Venue:
Uptown Tavern
Community:
Nelson
APRÈS SKI, BABY! We’ve got some groovy house tunes, cheap beers, and sweeeeet schwag from the homies at Ripping Giraffe. Come in wearing your ski gear and get in the raffle. Come for a boogie, a poutine or a brew! We’ve also got a shot ski for the adventurous ones.
Community Events
Food/Beverage
Sports
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Kiz In The Koots Tarraxo Edition

Venue:
Taghum Hall
Community:
Nelson

We are turning up the heat in one of the coldest months to bring you an unforgettable experience! We are honoured to be bringing Mr. Mike Ahombi and Kristann McCool to beautiful Nelson BC, to help us move our hips in ways we didn’t know possible.

Community Events
Workshops
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DEEPER w/ Bella.V, DeBlock, and Runekey

Venue:
Finley’s Bar & Grill
Community:
Nelson
Join us for the second edition of “Deeper” Our opportunity to showcase some local music and head into the vibey places of Deep House. Local acts are: Bella.V
DeBlock
Runekey Eye candy provided by Miirror Visuals Adv. will be available at Finley’s for $10 See you all there!
Live Performance
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Becoming 1-Day Community Winter Retreat & Social Dance

Venue:
Vallican Whole Community Centre
Community:
Vallican

‘BECOMING’
1-Day Community Winter Retreat & Social Dance

✨ ONLY 50 TICKETS AVAILABLE ✨

🎟 Community Tickets, $99 – For Individuals aged 22 – 64, in a season of balance and abundance, ready to invest in their community.

🎟 Accessible Tickets, $79 – For individuals aged 22–64, annual income between $18,192–$26,426, students or those underemployed

Community Events
Wellness
Workshops
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Guided Cold War Bunker tours

Venue:
Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery
Community:
Nelson

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!

Community Events
Kid Friendly
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Weekend Carving Masterclass

Venue:
Blewett
Community:
Nelson

Join me for a weekend of carving by the wood stove. This two day package includes both the Cooking Spoon class and the Eating Spoon Class back to back at a discounted rate and on the same weekend.

Workshops
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Square Dance Winter Rager!

Venue:
Ymir
Community:
Ymir

The square dance at Tiny Lights Festival in 2024 was such a riot that we’re bringing it back for some winter fun. With rippin’ fiddle tunes, a bar, and all your pals – the Ymir Hall is the place to be on the evening of Feb 8th.  No experience needed! Our caller, Louis Bockner, will guide you through everything you need to know. No partner needed!

Community Events
Live Performance
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Epidermis Circus

Venue:
The Capitol Theatre
Community:
Nelson

“A GENIUS OF PHYSICAL COMEDY.”- Entertainment World.
“HILARIOUS. Her physicality is impeccable.”-Star Phoenix News.
“Unbelievably charismatic.” – The Charlebois Post
“Remarkable feats of puppetry.” ​- CBC

Community Events
Live Performance

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