All Events

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Tuesday Night Jazz @ The Hume

Venue:
Library Lounge
Community:
Nelson

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM JAZZ@THE HUME: JANUARY 2026 SCHEDULE
TUESDAY’S 6-9
Reservations Recommended

6th. CHLOE ALBERT – Vocals

13th. DAVE RESTIVO – Piano

20th. KIYO ELKUF – Sax

27th. DON MACDONALD – Violin

Food/Beverage
Live Performance
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West Kootenay Métis Society Monthly Community Gathering

Venue:
Taghum Hall
Community:
Nelson

2nd Tuesday of the month

WKMS Monthly Community Gathering featuring fabulous food.

West Kootenay Métis hosts a regular gathering the 2nd Tuesday of every month!

Held at Taghum Hall near beautiful downtown Taghum from 6-8pm

Traditional foods, games, activities, as well as, great company.

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TUESDAY NIGHT JAZZ@THE HUME

Venue:
Library Lounge
Community:
Nelson

TUESDAY NIGHT JAZZ@THE HUME.
Coming June 9, 6-9pm
DOUG STEPHENSON – Bass.
PAUL LANDSBERG – Guitar.
Reservations Recommended.
LIVE/NO AI.

Live Performance
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Chess Sesh Tournament @ Backroads Brewing

Venue:
Backroads Brewing
Community:
Nelson

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.

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Nessi Gomes Live in Concert

Venue:
Nelson District Rod and Gun Club
Community:
Nelson
Join us in welcoming Europe-based, British-Portuguese singer-songwriter Nessi Gomes on her Canadian tour, bringing her soul-stirring music to Nelson for the very first time! Concert brought to you by UNITE, as part of their enhanced experience offerings, featuring add-on Healing Afternoon Wellness Expo with UNITE’s signature SpeedHealing upgrade (FREE sample wellness sessions), with Sound
Live Performance
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RUTH & SHELBY’S BOOT SCOOTIN’ BOOGIE – JUNE 9th

Venue:
The Royal
Community:
Nelson

Y’all ready for another boot-stompin’ good time at The Royal? We’ll start with a new line dance lesson led by Fabiola Gascon, followed by a quick refresher of the previous dance. Then, get ready to kick up some dust as we dance the night away. Western wear is encouraged.

Live Performance
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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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Wednesday 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.
Community Events
Exhibition/Speakers
Kid Friendly
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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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KOOTENAY COMEDY OPEN MIC

Venue:
The Royal
Community:
Nelson

With your host Lil Mikey! $5 at the door! 19+

Open Mic Comedy with some of the Kootenays finest and some others!

Comedy
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Darts Night

Venue:
Nelson Legion
Community:
Nelson

Join us at he legion for Darts Night every Thursday! Drop in.

Sports
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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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Love and Information – Mt. Sentinel Secondary Performance and Media Academy Showcase

Venue:
The Capitol Theatre
Community:
Nelson

The Mount Sentinel Performance and Media Academy is excited to announce their 9th annual year end showcase at the Capitol Theatre in Nelson, BC. This year they are producing Scenes from Love and Information by acclaimed British playwright Cary Churchill. Love and Information is a play that twists together human interaction and incorporates it with visual technology.

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Love and Information – Mt. Sentinel Secondary Performance and Media Academy Showcase

Venue:
The Capitol Theatre
Community:
Nelson

The Mount Sentinel Performance and Media Academy is excited to announce their 9th annual year end showcase at the Capitol Theatre in Nelson, BC. This year they are producing Scenes from Love and Information by acclaimed British playwright Cary Churchill. Love and Information is a play that twists together human interaction and incorporates it with visual technology.

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JESSE’S BIRTHDAY!

Venue:
The Royal
Community:
Nelson

It’s Jesses birthday. Come to The Royal. There will be many DJ’s.

DIGS!

DUBCONSCIOUS!

RABS!

Live Performance
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Nelson Farmers Market

Venue:
Cottonwoord Falls Park
Community:
Nelson

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.

Markets/Festival
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Taste of the Ashram: An Introduction to Yasodhara

Venue:
Yasodhara Ashram
Community:
Kootenay Bay

Have you been curious about Yasodhara Ashram and wanted a glimpse into Ashram life? Or perhaps you already know the Ashram and would enjoy spending a peaceful day reconnecting with yourself.

Join us for a Taste of the Ashram — an introduction to our teachings, community and spiritual environment.

What to Expect

LGBTQIA2S+
Community Events
Wellness
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Saturday 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.
Community Events
Kid Friendly

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