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STAR WARS – A LEWD HOPE
Prepare to feel the Force… in all the right places!
19+ Nerdy Burlesque
Prepare to feel the Force… in all the right places!
The third and final installment of Vesper Valentine’s Star Wars burlesque saga is coming! Star Wars: A Lewd Hope lands at The Royal on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025!
Pint and Putt @ Backroads Brewing
Test Your Golf Skills On Our Putting Green Set Up Right In The Brewery. $1 per Hit. Get A Hole In One and You’ll Score A Backroads Gift Card For A Pint ($9 Value). All Proceeds Go To Support Nelson Search And Rescue.
Star Wars: A Lewd Hope Burlesque Revue
Saturday, May 3rd | The Royal | 8:30 PM
The twin suns of Tatooine aren’t the only thing heating up the galaxy… This sultry space saga is back with brand new acts, a stellar cast, and a whole new adventure t
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.
Songwriting Symposium
Join Rosa in an inspiring, non-judgmental space designed to unlock creativity and cultivate songwriting skills. This workshop focuses on the development and structuring of lyrics and melodies, encouraging limitless expression. Participants will engage in collaboration, feedback, and self-reflection—building confidence in their artistry.
Nelson Choral Singers in Concert
A jazz-infused concert by the 55-member Nelson Choral Singers, directed by Kathleen Neudorf. Guest musicians include Carlisle Beresford on piano, Steven Parish on drums and Rob Fahie on bass. Performances on Saturday May 3rd at 7:30 pm and Sunday May 4th at 2 pm at the Nelson United Church.
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
Because I’m Your Mother, That’s Why!
A sensitive, funny, and poignant dramatic play reading about motherhood, directed by Pat Henman and featuring two dozen local actors, singers and your friends and neighbours–just ahead of Mother’s Day! It’s also a fundraiser for Taghum Hall’s kitchen reno.
Sunday Karaoke
Wrap up your weekend with Sunday Karaoke and Late Night Happy Hour every week at Finleys Bar & Grill in Nelson.
Check out our song list HERE
Nelson’s Got Talent : An Intimate Open Stage
Monday 5th May
The Big Yellow House (804 Stanley Street, Nelson)
Chris Webby Wednesday After Next Tour Live At Bloom Nightclub
Bloom Nightclub, Nightshift Entertainment & Main Events Shows Presents
Chris Webby
Ekoh
Grieves
Whitney Peyton
Rook Director
Kryple
Tuesday May 6th
7-11PM
19+
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.
Open Mic Night at The Angry Hen
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.
Weekly Tango Mini Lesson & Practice
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
Spring Fling FREE Thursdays
Come on down to the Nelson Museum on Thursday evenings, where you can visit the galleries, museum, and shop for FREE. 4-8pm every Thursday.
Salads + Sprouts
In this class, Maggie Jones will teach you all the ins and outs of sprouts! Learn the best techniques for sprouting your own beans and seeds and how to incorporate rice and grains for heartier salads. The class will also include great recipes for dressings that you can use on anything.
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!
The Janzen Boys
They’re a rootsy, harmony-singing folk trio from Winnipeg, Manitoba, consisting of brothers Simon and Mick, and father JJ.
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