Events

  • 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…

  • Battle for the Crown: Castlegar Burger Month Kicks Off! 🍔

    Battle for the Crown: Castlegar Burger Month Kicks Off! 🍔

    You know the drill folks: it’s Castlegar Burger Month. In the same vein as Trail/Rossland Burger Month and Nelson Burger Month, Castlegar is introducing their own Burger Month that runs throughout August!  From August 1st –…

  • Shambhala: A 25-Year Journey of Music, Art, and Community in the Kootenays

    Shambhala: A 25-Year Journey of Music, Art, and Community in the Kootenays

    The setting is perfect – wild green mountains and the calm babble of the Salmo River set the scene for the biggest event of the year: Shambhala Music Festival. This year marks a momentous occasion –…

  • Fireworks, Family Fun, and Festivities: It’s Canada Day in the Kootenays 🇨🇦

    Fireworks, Family Fun, and Festivities: It’s Canada Day in the Kootenays 🇨🇦

    Wondering what to do on Canada Day in the Kootenays? Look no further! We’ve got competitions, chill family events, performances, and more – all across the Kootenays this weekend. Here’s the breakdown: Nelson 📍Rotary Lakeside…

  • Vote With Your Tastebuds: Trail/Rossland Burger Month On NOW!

    Vote With Your Tastebuds: Trail/Rossland Burger Month On NOW!

    Hot on the heels of Silver City Days, Trail and Rossland are raising the bar with their inaugural Burger Month! 🍔 We’re all big fans of Nelson’s version of this contest, and can’t wait to see what…

  • Kaslo May Days 2024 Schedule

    Kaslo May Days 2024 Schedule

    What is May Days? Kaslo May Days (a tradition since 1892!), is celebrated every Victoria Day weekend, and one of the two major festivals hosted in Kaslo each year. This action packed three-day festival marks…

  • And the Winner Is… Announcing the Winners of Nelson’s 14 Days of Poutine 2024!

    And the Winner Is… Announcing the Winners of Nelson’s 14 Days of Poutine 2024!

    Well the dust has settled, the gravy boats have run dry, and Nelson’s annual poutine extravaganza, the 14 Days of Poutine, has come to a delicious end!  From April 22nd to May 5th, restaurants across the city battled it out…

  • Eat, Play, and Party at Silver City Days 2024

    Eat, Play, and Party at Silver City Days 2024

    Get ready for a week of fun, entertainment, and community celebration at Trail’s Silver City Days 2024, happening May 8th to 12th! This annual event is a beloved Trail tradition, celebrating the city’s rich history…

  • 14 Days of Poutine 2024 Begins

    14 Days of Poutine 2024 Begins

    It’s finally here: the 2024 14 Days of Poutine competition is back for its third year! Don’t forget to vote for your favourites! Dates Nelson’s 14 Days of Poutine competition is running from Monday April…

  • 5 Events You Won’t Want to Miss: Spring 2024

    5 Events You Won’t Want to Miss: Spring 2024

    Wondering what to do in the Kootenays this Spring? You’re not the only one. Between the different towns in the area there’s plenty to do at this time of year. Make sure you subscribe to…