Five Fridays for Families – A free drop-in program for parents/caregivers and children ages 0–5. Enjoy songs, stories, games, and books in a fun outdoor setting.

Kaslo comes alive July 31 to August 2, 2026 with the inaugural Kaslo Block Party, a community-wide celebration spanning multiple venues across town, including Kootenay Konnects at the Kemball Garden.

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.

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.

🎷 Summer Gathering by the Water 🎶

Join us for a beautiful evening by the water with a live blue jazzy band! Come dance, mingle, and soak up the festival atmosphere under the summer sky.

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

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

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. 

Newkeys Place in Crawforbay presents, Blues in The Afternoon with Sam Hurrie, Like with friends.

Sundays 4-7

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

Are you new to Nelson or looking for information about services and supports available to newcomers in Canada?

Drop in and meet Katherine van der Veen, Settlement Worker with CBAL’s Newcomer Services Program, during visits to the Nelson Community Food Centre.

Hailing from East Vancouver, Canada, Gravemass fuses traditional Norse Black Metal and traditional Death Metal.

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