Events
Calendar of Events
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1 event, Shambhala Music Festival is one of Canada’s premier electronic music and arts festivals, featuring over 200 artists across multiple immersive stages. Held on a 500-acre farm in the mountains near the Salmo River, it blends music, art, and community into a large-scale camping experience with a strong focus on culture and connection.
$500 |
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 Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
Free |
2 events, Summer is in full swing, and our patio is the place to be with all of our music happening outside in the open air. We have the shade on the patio to keep things comfortable, making it the perfect spot to cool down on these hot days. Live Music Wednesdays are rolling strong from 7–9 […]
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 Two time winner of the International Acoustic Music Award, Gordie Tentrees is heading back to BC. "Rooted in human truth and experience, there's grit a plenty here". A consummate stage performer. Masterful storytelling.
$26.25 |
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 Cousin Harley can explode like an active volcano, swing like the Basie band and holler like a lonesome hillbilly, all in a single show! Hailing from Vancouver, BC, Cousin Harley can explode like an active volcano, swing like the Basie band and holler like a lonesome hillbilly in the backwoods of Appalachia, all in a […]
$25
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Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
Free |
4 events,
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 Don't walk, RUN - and experience contemporary Country music tastemakers Bob Summner and Janky Bungag!
$15
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 The worldly wide versatile pidgin rap experimentalist known as Magugu, who’s mission is to connect the African and western culture together with his Pidgin Rap style (a local dialect in Lagos, Nigeria consisting of broken English and local slang) Magugu has been making global waves with his iconic vocal tone, unique and distinctive unlike anything […]
$20 |
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 Come join us for this FREE All-ages, sober and body positive event funded by RDCK Area E and F and CBT and supported by the West Kootenay Cycling Coalition. 11am-noon: Guided Community Games 1-2: The Valhalla Playboys! 2-5: fun dj music! 2-3: Community Sign Painting and butterfly bike wing making for your bikes! 3-4: Bike […]
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 After more than a year of writing, arranging, recording, and dreaming, we are finally approaching the release of our new album, Lo Más Valioso. We are incredibly excited to celebrate this moment with our friends, supporters, and the community that has accompanied us throughout this journey. Join us for an evening of live music, dancing, […]
$15
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 This show featuring 2 amazing, local, femme-fronted bands is happening THIS SATURDAY, August 1st at the Castlegar Library Amphitheater from 7-10pm!
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 Aaron Pasacreta is a Kootenay-based musician, singer-songwriter, and Selkirk College Music graduate. Influenced from a young age by his keyboardist father who packs a solid collection of classic rock CDs in the family’s music library, Pasacreta has grown into a multi-instrumentalist who plays with a range of peers and genres. His folk-pop alternative sound blends traditional […]
Free  MR MIKES is Live on the Patio Sundays from 6pm - 8pm. Join us with Quinn Stainer for some great music and great times!
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Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
Free |
2 events,
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Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
Free |
5 events, An indie-focused festival in Fernie featuring Canadian artists in a scenic riverside setting with a relaxed, high-quality lineup.
$120  The Rosebud Bowl is where legacy cannabis culture meets music, education, and intentional community. Rooted in the Kootenays, this gathering brings together growers, artists, educators, and friends for a weekend of connection, learning, and celebration. Set on the land at Rosebud Lake, this is a space to come together, camp, and experience the evolution of […]
$155  Nelson International Mural Festival returns in 2026 with fresh paint, dynamic performances, and exciting workshops! All events are free of charge, all ages, and held in public, accessible spaces. Friday: Mainstage performances at Lakeside ParkSaturday: Mural ActivationsSunday: Workshops More details are coming soon.
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 You might hear the tunes of the Misery Mountain Boys drifting from behind a rotating bookcase of a 1930’s speakeasy. Harkening back to a simpler time, the MMB’s create a soundscape infused with tongue in cheek wit, playfulness, and nostalgia. The band's performance delivers as both classic and fresh, offering a generous variety of sweaty […]
$20 |
5 events,
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 The Oostie & Mitch Lewis Trio delivers a high-energy blend of classic blues, folk, and rock, with just the right amount of humour woven in. It’s the kind of set that feels loose and fun, but backed by seriously strong musicianship. Nelson’s own Oostie is teaming up with Toronto guitarist Mitch Lewis, whose resume includes […]
Free MR MIKES is Live on the Patio Sundays from 6pm - 8pm. Join us with Quinn Stainer for some great music and great times!
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 Tuesday Night Jazz at The Hume. August 11 featuring Jesse Lee on bass.6–9pm. No cover. Reservations recommended.Library Lounge, Hume Hotel, 422 Vernon St, Nelson.
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Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
Free |
2 events,
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 Beat those midweek blues by taking the stage and singing your favourite songs at Finley’s Bar & Grill on Wednesday night.Event information |
1 event,
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Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
Free |
3 events, A growing country music festival with multiple stages, camping, and a family-friendly atmosphere in Canal Flats.
$80
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 J. C. SMITH Actor/ Guitarist/ Vocalist, winner of the 2024 Bay Area Black Music Awards “Male Blues Preformer of the year”, “ECEM 2017 Male artist 0f the year”, 2024 BAY AREA JAZZ AND BLUES ARTIST (LIFE TIME ACHIEVMEVMENT AWARD) 2023 STATE OF CALIFORNIA LEGACY AWARD FROM THE STATE LEGISLATION, Metro Newspapers Best Of Silicon Valley […]
$50
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 Stubbs and The bring their genre-defying, theatrical original music to The Royal in Nelson.19+. Tickets are $15 plus fees.Event and ticket information
$15 |
5 events,
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 Sunshine D.J.’s Dancing presents Boogie in the Park, a family-friendly afternoon and evening of dancing at the Rotary Shelter in Lakeside Park.Free entry; donations are welcome. Come get your boogie on for a good cause! All funds raised go directly to supporting youth at Nelson Youth Action Network.
Free |
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 UCRA Mountain String Band is a dynamic trio from Rossland, BC, blending bluegrass, folk, and rock into their own distinctive sound. Their music features heartfelt melodies and engaging rhythms, with Ian Johnston delivering powerful guitar work and soulful vocals. Dale Green brings energy to the stand-up bass and adds rich vocal harmonies, while Brian Taylor contributes […]
Free MR MIKES is Live on the Patio Sundays from 6pm - 8pm. Join us with Quinn Stainer for some great music and great times!
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Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
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 Tapatia Collective presents Tropical Getdown at The Royal.30 minute dance class at 7:30, dancing from 8pm. Reggaeton, dancehall and Latin vibes.The Royal, 330 Baker St, Nelson.
$22
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Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
Free |
3 events,
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 On Friday, August 21st, Baker Street transforms once again into one of the biggest summer celebrations in downtown Nelson — and this time with a little carnival magic.An evening packed with local shopping, food, live music, street entertainment and performances, with thousands of people filling Baker Street. From samba and live music to dance, cultural […]
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 Based in Grand Forks, BC, this dynamic three-piece rock band brings a fresh take on original music. With Jordan Ross handling drums, and vocals, Peter Elias delivering powerful guitar riffs and lead solos, and Harvey Miner carrying the vibeline on bass.
$20
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 SAL with C.A. Sunny and Suzanne Tripp, live at The Royal.The Royal, 330 Baker St, Nelson.
$20 |
3 events,
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 PsymuraĂŻ Tribe is back for our second outdoor event. Torii – Moon Garden is opening its portal once again. Come into the bush to dance with us, explore magical realms, meet new friends, live in nature, and connect with the community. We will bring you that vibe that was missing — that wild feeling of […]
$40 |
3 events,
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 Marty Carter is a seasoned multi-instrumentalist and vocalist whose musical journey spans over 35 years across western Canada. A core member of an art rock-reggae-blues fusion band, Marty brings a dynamic mix of saxophone, flute, 12-string guitar, and keys to the stage. His performances, whether in pubs, clubs, or on festival stages, are rooted in heartfelt […]
Free MR MIKES is Live on the Patio Sundays from 6pm - 8pm. Join us with Quinn Stainer for some great music and great times!
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Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
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 Country Line Dance Night with instruction by Mackenzie Hope! Y’all ready to kick up your heels for Pride?!! Dust off your boots and grab your cowboy hats, because we’re throwing a BIG GAY HOEDOWN at The Royal! Start the night with a beginner-friendly line dance lesson, then refresh your moves with a couple of crowd […]
$12
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Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
Free |
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 The Kootenays’ favourite queer dating game show returns for its second episode. The Flailing Lovers bring Swipe Right back to The Royal as part of Nelson Pride’s 30th anniversary celebrations.Two rounds of the dating game, each with three characters competing via improv to win the heart of a single seeking love — ending with lipsync […]
$20 |
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 Barak Shulman first picked up a guitar in the mid-90s, jamming with his brother and best friend during the heyday of the Seattle sound — a scene that deeply shaped his musical taste from just across the border in Vancouver, BC. Inspired by that era’s raw energy, Barak went on to earn an online guitar certificate […]
Free MR MIKES is Live on the Patio Sundays from 6pm - 8pm. Join us with Quinn Stainer for some great music and great times!
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1 event,
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Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
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1 event,
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Check out some of the best live and local music on stage at Finley's We've got everythign you need to come down show us what you've got
Free |
1 event, An immersive electronic and arts festival in a forested setting with multiple stages, art installations, and camping.
$300 |
3 events,
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 Celebrate the summer and dance into September with Gabriel Palatchi Beats, the new live electronic project from internationally acclaimed Argentine pianist Gabriel Palatchi.Palatchi fuses Latin jazz, funk, tango and electronic beats, and has been recognised as a rising star by Billboard Magazine and awarded a Gold Medal from the Global Music Awards for his album […]
$10 – $25 |
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 Holly and Jon, made up of Holly Hyatt and Jon Burden, are a powerhouse acoustic duo hailing from the Slocan Valley, bringing their signature blend of blues, roots, and heartfelt harmonies to the Hummingbird Lodge. With three critically acclaimed albums under their belt, this dynamic pair has earned serious accolades. Holly is a Kootenay Music Award […]
Free MR MIKES is Live on the Patio Sundays from 6pm - 8pm. Join us with Quinn Stainer for some great music and great times!
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