Kaslo May Long Weekend Celebrations
May 15-18, 2026
Come celebrate spring time in Kaslo and explore three spectacular events: May Days, Logger Sports and Show n' Shine. Whether you’re new to Kaslo, a long-time local, or back for a visit over the Victoria Day long weekend, Kaslo May Days feels like coming home.
Kaslo May Days 2026 Schedule
The annual May Days celebration in Kaslo, BC, has been part of the fabric of this community since 1892. It highlights the diverse culture of Kaslo, and is one of the events that welcomes in the summer season.
Every year, for three glorious, fun-filled days, the Kaslo & Area Chamber of Commerce serves as its proud host and steward. During May Days, dozens of arts and crafts vendors set up booths at Vimy Park to sell their wares alongside artisan food producers, craft beer, and other gourmet treats.
Friday, May 15
TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm | Live in Concert - Small Town Artillery. All ages show. Doors open at 7:30 pm. Tickets available here. | Kaslo Legion #74 - 5th Street, Kaslo |
Saturday, May 16
TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 am - 7:00 pm | Slo Pitch Tournament – Come root for your favourite team during this 3-day tournament! For the complete schedule click here. | Kaslo Legion #74 - 5th Street, Kaslo |
| 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | Food & Craft Vendors – A delicious selection of food & beverages. Browse and buy from the Craft Vendor booths featuring a wide variety of items. | Vimy Park |
| 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | $15 Off Ear Piercings - Ages 7+, Walk-ins welcome | Kaslo Cosmetics & Spa |
| 10:00 am - 5:00 pm | Helicopter Rides – Kaslo Search and Rescue Fundraiser with Arrow Helicopters. First come, first served, a roughly 5 minute flight over Kaslo. Weather dependent. | Front Street near Logger Sports Park |
| 10:00 am | KIDS – Family Dance Party – Kiki the Eco Elf | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Logger Sports – Don’t miss the action! 9-10:30 am – Eliminations 11 am – Show Starts, Novice & Intermediate Events. | Logger Sports Park |
| 11:00 am - 6:00 pm | Beer Gardens – Kaslo & District Arena will be serving up local craft beer, cider, and more! | Logger Sports Park |
| 11:00 am | KIDS – Music in the Park – Mr Mojo! | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 12:00 pm | KIDS – Races – Presented by FireSmart, visit their booth at the market in Vimy Park to register your child | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 1:00 pm | KIDS – Puppet Show – Puppets on the Move | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 2:00 pm | Music in the Park – Calum MacPherson | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 3:00 pm | Music in the Park – Aaron Pasacreta | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 4:00 pm | Music in the Park – Empire of Nothing | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 8:30 pm | Karaoke Dance Party – Donations at the door, members can sign in up to 4 guests each – memberships are free in 2026! | Kaslo Legion Lounge #74 - 5th Street, Kaslo |
| 9:00 pm | Live Music - Jon Burden and The Bleedin' Hearts. No cover charge. | Waypoint Restaurant, Kaslo Hotel |
Sunday, May 17
TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 am - 11:00 am | Pancake Breakfast – Come enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast in the Legion Hall. $10 for adults, kids under 10 pay their age. | Kaslo Legion #74 - 5th Street, Kaslo |
| 8:00 am - 7:00 pm | Slo Pitch Tournament – Come root for your favourite team during this 3-day tournament! For the complete schedule click here. | Murray Pearson Ball Park |
| 9:00 am - 5:00 pm | Food & Craft Vendors – A delicious selection of food & beverages. Browse and buy from the Craft Vendor booths featuring a wide variety of items. | Vimy Park |
| 10:00 am - 3:00 pm | Show 'N Shine – Come see the ‘Locally world famous’ car show on historic Front Street | Front Street |
| 11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Logger Sports – Don’t miss the action! 9-10:30 am – Eliminations 11 am – Show Starts, Novice & Intermediate Events. | Logger Sports Park |
| 11:00 am - 6:00 pm | Beer Gardens – Kaslo & District Arena will be serving up local craft beer, cider, and more! | Logger Sports Park |
| 11:00 am | Music in the Park – Tanya Lipscomb | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 12:00 pm | Music in the Park – The Barefoot Pickers | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 1:00 pm | Music in the Park – Nancy MoonLooper | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 1:00 pm | J's Strawberry Ridge Social Ride and Run – Check-in at 12 pm, Races start at 1:00 pm. $20 for adults, $15 for kids 12 and under. Burgers and prizes for all categories. Register here. Everyone welcome! | Stellar Hangar at the Kaslo Airport |
| 2:00 pm | Music in the Park – Mountain Weather Band | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 3:00 pm | Music in the Park – Steve Marc Band | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 4:00 pm | Music in the Park – White Lightning Blues, Rock, and Boogie Band | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 9:00 pm | Live Music – The Grateful Life. No cover charge. | Waypoint Restaurant, Kaslo Hotel |
Monday, May 18
TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 am - 7:00 pm | Slo Pitch Tournament – Championship Day of this 3-day tournament! For the complete schedule click here. | Murray Pearson Ball Park |
| 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | Food & Craft Vendors – A delicious selection of food & beverages. Browse and buy from the Craft Vendor booths featuring a wide variety of items. | Vimy Park |
| 11:00 am | Music in the Park – Kera Willis | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 12:00 pm | May Days Parade – Catch the excitement – Gather along the parade route to watch the Kaslo May Days Parade go by! | Parade Route |
| 1:00 pm | Kilties at the Park – The Kootenay Kiltie Pipe Band is the oldest pipe band in the BC interior, with over 100 years of performing Highland Bagpipes for the community. | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| Following the Kilties | Maypole Dance – Kaslo has been holding this traditional Maypole Dance since 1923 | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 2:30 pm | Music in the Park – Sam Hurrie & Jerry Hamilton | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
| 3:00 pm | Rubber Duck Race – Buy your tickets in Vimy Park on Saturday or Sunday for your chance to win $500 | Kaslo River |
| 3:30 pm | Closing Announcements – Rubber Duck Race winner announced, thank you's and sponsorships. | Gazebo – Vimy Park |
Logger Sports
Take a seat in the amphitheatre and be mesmerized by logger sports competitors from across Canada and the United States!
Watch in awe as these talented folks compete for prizes and showcase their nearly unbelievable logging skills all weekend long. You'll be impressed by the fierce competition in Log Rolling, as well as Tree Climbing, Axe Throwing, Springboard Chopping and much more.
Show n' Shine
If you're a car buff, this is the event for you. For more than 25 years fancy vehicles from across British Columbia, the Prairie Provinces and the USA Pacific Northwest gather on the Sunday of the May Long Weekend to show off their vehicles on the streets of Kaslo. If you're interested in joining the show, register your vehicle at Kaslo Show and Shine.
Whether you are a vintage car enthusiast, skate boarder, logging sports lover or simply enjoy the sunshine, there's something for everyone. Come find awesome in Kaslo this May!
The Story of Kaslo
As the oldest incorporated village in the Kootenays, Kaslo began not as a mining town, but as a logging town. In 1893, Kaslo was incorporated, and by 1897, it had telephone and electrical service, a brewery, a cigar factory, as well as many hotels and bars. The silver mining boom came to Kaslo, but when that went bust, Kaslo went silent for a period of time, reinventing itself in agriculture in the twentieth century.
Kaslo was one of many Kootneay areas designated for the relocation and internment of Japanese Canadians during World War II. The Langham Cultural Centre commemorates this deeply sad and unfortunate era in Kootenay history, and the Joy Kogawa book, Obasan, tells the story of one family's internment in the area.
Now, Kaslo relies on both logging and tourism to support its population of just over 1,000 people. It is often called the "Little Switzerland" of the Nelson Kootenay Lake region because of its charming picturesque village right on the west arm of Kootenay Lake, surrounded by mountains.
Plan Your Trip to Kaslo
Spend some more time in the quaint village of Kaslo this May. Find unique places to stay, delicious restaurants to eat and drink at, and recreation and a unique history to learn about around Kaslo.
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