All Events

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CAPITAL JUNGLE PRESENTS- MARCUS VISIONARY

Venue:
Nelson Legion
Community:
Nelson
Capital Jungle Presents Marcus Visionary! We are very stoked to be able to bring the one like Marcus Visionary to Nelson with support from MP, MR Mugz & Pete Shredz! This will be another big vibes in an intimate venue so don’t sleep on tickets as they are limited! June 19th
9p-1am
Nelson Legion 19+ More info to come
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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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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Yasodhara Ashram Guided Tours

Venue:
Yasodhara Ashram
Community:
Kootenay Bay

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.

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Ukrainian Pysanka (Easter Egg Painting) Workshop

Venue:
Finley’s Bar & Grill
Community:
Nelson
Ukrainian Pysanka (Easter Egg Painting) Workshop Join us for a special afternoon of Ukrainian culture, creativity, and community while learning the traditional art of pysanka — Ukrainian Easter egg decoration using wax-resist techniques. Artist:
Tanya Znak — a Ukrainian professional designer and artist originally from Lviv, Ukraine, currently living in Vancouver, BC after r
Community Events
Workshops
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Zine Crafting Night

Venue:
Otter Books
Community:
Nelson
June 20th in Otter Books Nelson BC 398 Baker St Funded by donations
Open to any and everyone
Check the poster and instagram for more details
Be apart of a poetry and crafting community
Publish your poem and art work
Take home a physical mixed media page of your poems
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Art
Workshops
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Weekends at Finley’s

Venue:
Finley’s Bar & Grill
Community:
Nelson

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

Food/Beverage
Live Performance
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Cut-Throat Karaoke

Venue:
Uptown Tavern
Community:
Nelson

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

Community Events
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Fishing Forever – Kids Event

Venue:
Cottonwood Lake Regional Park
Community:
Rural Nelson

Sunday, June 21, 2026, Cottonwood Lake, 9am to 3pm

A Family Fishing Day – hassle free fishing for kids under 14 and their family!

Kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

No Registration Required

Bring an Appetite!

Community Events
Kid Friendly
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Crawford Bay Sunday Market

Venue:
Crawford Bay Community Park
Community:
Crawford Bay

 

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. 

Community Events
Markets/Festival
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Summer Solstice Labyrinth Walk

Venue:
Lakeside Park
Community:
Nelson

Join in a free community walk through the labyrinth in Lakeside Park, Nelson.  Summer Solstice represents the day of the year with the greatest number of daylight hours. Herald in the summer season and celebrate the light within each of us, shining brightly, in right relationship with the world.

Community 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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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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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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CANADA CELEBRATES! FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 COMMUNITY ACTIVATION

Venue:
Lakeside Park
Community:
Nelson

Canada Celebrates is coming to Nelson!

FIFA World Cup 2026™ is coming to Canada and FIFA is kicking off a first-of-its-kind programme bringing communities across Canada together to celebrate the biggest FIFA World Cup™ in history.

Community Events
Sports
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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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