All 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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Smallbatch Stage House Concert featuring Holly Hyatt and Jon Burden

Venue:
Small Batch Stage House
Community:
Nelson

Smallbatch Stage House Concert Wed, Jun 24th show featuring multi-talented Kootenay based musicians Holly Hyatt and Jon Burden (see links to their music below).
Be reminded there are only 24 tickets available per show and they tend to sell fast so secure yours early.

Live Performance
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Darts Night

Venue:
Nelson Legion
Community:
Nelson

Join us at he legion for Darts Night every Thursday! Drop in.

Sports
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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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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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Give’R by The River

Venue:
6007 Kapak Road, Porto Rico, BC
Community:
Porto Rico

Give’R by the River June 27-28th This is the main musical lineup:

Speak of the Devil

The Gypsy Trip

BCCR

Little T Ft. Dare2Funk

The Day Olds

+ Special guests

Ty WebbEmerencz HoolaKeith McCafferty

Boat race, tours and more!!!

Markets/Festival
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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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Boxing Fight Night XVII

Venue:
Nelson District Rod and Gun Club
Community:
Nelson
Join us for Fight Night XVII!!
It will be another unforgettable evening filled with explosive matchups, unstoppable energy. This year’s lineup brings together some of the region’s fiercest and most dedicated fighters. Delicious food & beverages will be available, a dance intermission and as always a very family friendly atmosphere, plus lots of new merch! Looking forward
Sports
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White Lightning Band

Venue:
Nelson Legion
Community:
Nelson

June 27th at 7:00! Joing us for music and dancing with White Lightning! White Lightning is a highly danceable 6-piece Blues, Rock and Boogie Band from Nelson BC.with a distinctive twin guitar plus harmonica sound. They play classics from Little Walter to Chuck Berry, Little Feat and the Beatles alongside Kootenay originals.

Live Performance
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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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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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