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Discover the best local experiences in the West Kootenay: Food, Things To Do, Events, and More

Kootenay Current Team

  • Best Happy Hours & Daily Specials in Nelson

    Best Happy Hours & Daily Specials in Nelson

    Looking for the best happy hour in Nelson? Make sure to bookmark this page for the best happy hour drink specials, food deals, and weekly restaurant specials – all in one place. We’ve also included…

  • Where to Get Ice Cream in Nelson

    Where to Get Ice Cream in Nelson

    Nelson has some fabulous desserts, but the ice cream selection in this town is equally impressive! Classic soft serve, handcrafted gelato, and flavour packed hard ice cream are all well represented here, and we’re willing to…

  • Bring a Friend: The BEST Wing Night Specials in the Kootenays

    Bring a Friend: The BEST Wing Night Specials in the Kootenays

    It might be 2026 now, but some traditions are timeless! Wing night specials are a time-honoured favourite of ours. There’s just something about crispy wings covered in your favourite sauce that just captures the spirit…

  • Nelson Poutine Week Full Menu

    Nelson Poutine Week Full Menu

    Poutine is back on the menu again this April for Nelson Star’s fifth annual poutine competition! From April 13 – 26, 2026, 26 Kootenay restaurants are offering their delicious and creative poutines for you and…

  • Kootenay Gift Guide: Local Christmas Gift Ideas Your Family Will LOVE!

    Kootenay Gift Guide: Local Christmas Gift Ideas Your Family Will LOVE!

    This post is sponsored by the wonderful businesses featured in this guide Find something special 🎁 Kootenay Gift Guide: Local Christmas Gift Ideas Your Family Will LOVE! Shop local this year with this list of…

  • Brrr: Christmas Winter Events and Markets in Nelson, Castlegar, Trail, & Beyond ❄️

    Brrr: Christmas Winter Events and Markets in Nelson, Castlegar, Trail, & Beyond ❄️

    It might still be November, but Christmas is right around the corner already! Here’s a list of all Christmas / winter events and markets that we know about going on in the Kootenays in November…

  • Nelson Burger Month 2025: We Tried All 48 – Reviews & Top Picks  🏆 🍔

    Nelson Burger Month 2025: We Tried All 48 – Reviews & Top Picks 🏆 🍔

    Nelson Star’s Burger Month is almost here, and our tastebuds are ready! We’ve already enjoyed Trail Burger Month and Castlegar Burger Month earlier this year, and now it’s Nelson’s turn! From November 1st – 30th,…

  • Where To Get Breakfast in Nelson (& Our Favourite Dishes)

    Where To Get Breakfast in Nelson (& Our Favourite Dishes)

    Choosing a breakfast spot in Nelson is like picking your favourite child – it’s an impossible choice, and each one is special. Sometimes we’re in the mood for all of them! Nelson is known as…

  • All 10 Castlegar Burger Month Reviews, 2025 Menu, and Our Top Pick🍔

    All 10 Castlegar Burger Month Reviews, 2025 Menu, and Our Top Pick🍔

    You know the drill folks: Castlegar Burger Month is here! In the same vein as Trail/Rossland Burger Month and Nelson Burger Month, Castlegar is returning with their 2nd Burger Month that runs throughout October!  From…

  • Spooky Season Fun: Kootenay Halloween Events in Nelson, Castlegar, Trail & Beyond🎃

    Spooky Season Fun: Kootenay Halloween Events in Nelson, Castlegar, Trail & Beyond🎃

    Halloween is just around the corner, and the Kootenays are gearing up for a spooktacular season! Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun, adult-only thrills, there’s something for everyone in this year’s festivities. From free public…