All Events
Smallbatch Stage House Concert featuring Holly Hyatt and Jon Burden
Smallbatch Stage House Concert Wed, Jun 24th show featuring multi-talented Kootenay based musicians Holly Hyatt and Jon Burden (see links to their music below).
Be reminded there are only 24 tickets available per show and they tend to sell fast so secure yours early.
Wednesday Karaoke and Wing Night at Finley’s
Beat those midweek blues by taking the stage and singing your favourite songs at Finleys Bar & Grill on Wednesday nights!
Check out our list of songs HERE
Darts Night
Join us at he legion for Darts Night every Thursday! Drop in.
Open Stage Thursdays Finley’s
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!
SUPERLUXE – all vinyl all night
all vinyl all night
Nelson Farmers Market
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.
Saturday Bunker tours
Give’R by The River
Give’R by the River June 27-28th This is the main musical lineup:
Speak of the Devil
The Gypsy Trip
BCCR
Little T Ft. Dare2Funk
The Day Olds
+ Special guests
Ty WebbEmerencz HoolaKeith McCafferty
Boat race, tours and more!!!
Yasodhara Ashram Guided Tours
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.
White Lightning Band
June 27th at 7:00! Joing us for music and dancing with White Lightning! White Lightning is a highly danceable 6-piece Blues, Rock and Boogie Band from Nelson BC.with a distinctive twin guitar plus harmonica sound. They play classics from Little Walter to Chuck Berry, Little Feat and the Beatles alongside Kootenay originals.
Weekends at Finley’s
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
Cut-Throat Karaoke
You are cordially invited to sing your lungs out at Cut-Throat Karaoke every Saturday night from 9-late at Uptown Tavern.
FREE COMMUNITY GARDEN TOUR
We are looking forward to hosting our 2026 annual garden tour! Along with visiting beautiful gardens we will learn about Biochar: what it is, how to make it and how to use it! Some light snack provided.
Crawford Bay Sunday Market
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.
Children Beach Party
Newkeys Place presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie
Newkeys Place in Crawforbay presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie, Like with friends.
Sundays 4-7
Tuesday Night Jazz @ The Hume
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
Open Stage Tuesdays at Finley’s
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.
Tea & Textiles
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.
Sinixt Canoe Journey at Lakeside Park
Sinixt paddlers will launch in Kaslo on June 27, camping in Garland Bay and Kokanee Creek, and arrive at Lakeside Park in Nelson on July 1st.
10am: Watch the landing of the dugout and sturgeon-nosed canoes as the paddlers arrive on the beach at Lakeside Park at the end of their journey from Kaslo.
10:45am: Join a community circle dance around the big drum
The Region
TRAVEL BOOK
Read our visitors guide online or order a copy of the official visitor's guide and map for our region.

