All Events
Registration is now open for AFKO’s Summer Camp in Nelson!
A creative, active, and 100% French summer experience — artistic workshops in the morning and outdoor adventures in the afternoon !
Selkirk College Film Camps
Film Production Camp (Ages 14–18)
100th Anniversary Celebration and Customer Appreciation Day
Nelson & District Riding Club Burger and Beer Fundraiser
Burger and Beer night at NDRC. Join us this Saturday night.
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
Acoustic beach 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!
NEVER COME DOWN
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.
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.
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.
Beach yoga
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 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
Reclaiming the Feminine: Returning to the Heart
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 2nd Annual Charity Fundraiser
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.
Chess Sesh Tournament @ Backroads Brewing
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.
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.
Wednesday Bunker Tours
ROSA & LOUISE on a KOOTENAY BOOK TOUR
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
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
Beach Reads Book Club
Looking for your next great summer read? Join the Nelson Public Library for the Beach
Reads Book Club on Thursday, July 23 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
There’s no assigned book! Whether your summer page-turner is a cozy mystery, a fiery
romance, or a gripping thriller, just bring whatever you’re reading. Share your current
Darts Night
Join us at he legion for Darts Night every Thursday! Drop in.
The Region
TRAVEL BOOK
Read our visitors guide online or order a copy of the official visitor's guide and map for our region.

