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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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6 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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 Red Light Ramen presents Rahjmahal as part of its August Weekend DJs & Events series.Enjoy a DJ set from 6–9 PM at 308 Herridge Lane in Nelson. Admission is free.
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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 |
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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
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Red Light Ramen presents Sapphire Guthrie as part of its August Live Music Wednesdays series. Enjoy a singer-songwriter performance from 7–9 PM at 308 Herridge Lane in Nelson. Admission is free.
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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 |
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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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4 events, A growing country music festival with multiple stages, camping, and a family-friendly atmosphere in Canal Flats.
$80
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Red Light Ramen presents Tommy DJ as part of its August Weekend DJs & Events series. Enjoy a DJ set from 6–9 PM at 308 Herridge Lane in Nelson. Admission is free.
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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
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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.
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 Cantina Sessions presents Akiiba — DJ, mixed genres. 7–11pm.Cantina Del Centro, 565 Baker St, Nelson.
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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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Red Light Ramen presents Laela Heidt as part of its August Live Music Wednesdays series. Enjoy a singer-songwriter performance from 7–9 PM at 308 Herridge Lane in Nelson. Admission is free.
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Wednesday Karaoke and Wing Night at Finley’s Irish Bar & Grill. Grab the mic and enjoy wings.Finley’s, 705 Vernon St, Nelson.
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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.
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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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 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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Red Light Ramen presents Dubconscious as part of its August Weekend DJs & Events series. Enjoy a DJ set from 6–9 PM at 308 Herridge Lane in Nelson. Admission is free.
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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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 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 […]
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Cantina Sessions presents Good Times Buffet — DJ, mixed genres. 7–11pm.Cantina Del Centro, 565 Baker St, Nelson.
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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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Cantina Sessions presents Matt Brown — live music, patio set. 6–8pm.Cantina Del Centro, 565 Baker 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
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Red Light Ramen presents Sly Violet as part of its August Live Music Wednesdays series. Enjoy a singer-songwriter performance from 7–9 PM at 308 Herridge Lane in Nelson. Admission is free.
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 Burnt Toast Productions presents four killer punk bands in one night at Harry’s Hall.Among Legends, Frailex Poole, Fabric Softener and Shy Friend. All ages.
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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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Red Light Ramen presents Lili Rose as part of its August Weekend DJs & Events series. Enjoy a DJ set from 6–9 PM at 308 Herridge Lane in Nelson. Admission is free.
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Cantina Sessions presents Sam Matthews — live electronic. 7–9pm.Cantina Del Centro, 565 Baker St, Nelson.
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A special night of timeless Gordon Lightfoot songs performed by Don Walker, Jon Burden, Judy Brown and Marv Walker.
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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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 Tuesday Night Jazz at The Hume. September 1 featuring Mike Rud on guitar, performing with Paul Landsberg.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
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 Fiver is the project of Simone Schmidt, a four-time Polaris-nominated songwriter, vocalist and guitarist who continues to innovate within the country and folk traditions. Their latest, Fiver Trois presents Cleaning House, moves between tightly arranged songs and playful, melodically rich improvisation.With The Fly Smackers and The Angels.
$20
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 Beat those midweek blues by taking the stage and singing your favourite songs at Finley’s Bar & Grill on Wednesday nights.
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Aneurysm is an authentic and electrifying tribute to grunge pioneers Nirvana — the raw, high-energy performances, the iconic distorted riffs, and the anguished screams and rebellious spirit.With special guests The Bloodshots, whose “Grunge Punk ’n’ Roll” sound has taken them from hometown stages in Winnipeg to some of North America’s largest venues.
$20
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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, An immersive electronic and arts festival in a forested setting with multiple stages, art installations, and camping.
$300
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 Brian Kalbfleisch returns with Rob Fahie and guests for another beautiful night of Canadiana and original music. Free show.
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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 […]
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 You are cordially invited to sing your lungs out at Cut-Throat Karaoke every Saturday night from 9pm at Uptown Tavern.
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 Dance Portal – Sunday Morning Weekly Ecstatic Dance Join Dance Portal for an intentional, family-friendly morning of free-flow movement featuring special guest DRIEM from Dance Temple Comox Valley. DRIEM blends global rhythms and electronic music with live guitar and flute for a hybrid ecstatic-dance set. Event flow: 10:30 AM – Doors open, arrive, connect and […]
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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 […]
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