Events Calendar

All Events

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STAR WARS – A LEWD HOPE

Venue:
The Royal
Community:
Nelson

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!

LGBTQIA2S+
Live Performance
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Pint and Putt @ Backroads Brewing

Venue:
Backroads Brewing
Community:
Nelson

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.

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Star Wars: A Lewd Hope Burlesque Revue

Venue:
The Royal
Community:
Nelson
Get ready for a night of intergalactic indulgence as Vesper Valentine brings you the epic conclusion of her Star Wars burlesque trilogy:  STAR WARS: A LEWD HOPE 
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

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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Songwriting Symposium

Venue:
Big Yellow House – 804 Stanley St, Nelson
Community:
Nelson

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.

Workshops
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Nelson Choral Singers in Concert

Venue:
Nelson United Church
Community:
Nelson

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.

Live Performance
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Because I’m Your Mother, That’s Why!

Venue:
Taghum Hall
Community:
Nelson

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.

Live Performance
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Sunday Karaoke

Venue:
Finley’s Bar & Grill
Community:
Nelson

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

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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Tea & Textiles

Venue:
J.B. Fletcher Store Museum
Community:
Ainsworth

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.

Community Events
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Open Mic Night at The Angry Hen

Venue:
Angry Hen Brewing
Community:
Kaslo

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.

Food/Beverage
Live Performance
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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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Spring Fling FREE Thursdays

Venue:
Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery
Community:
Nelson

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.

Kid Friendly
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Salads + Sprouts

Venue:
Kootenay Co-op
Community:
Nelson

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.

Register Here

Community Events
Food/Beverage
Workshops
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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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The Janzen Boys

Venue:
The Royal
Community:
Nelson

They’re a rootsy, harmony-singing folk trio from Winnipeg, Manitoba, consisting of brothers Simon and Mick, and father JJ.

Live Performance

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