Nelson Visitor Centre

03/24/2025

Check out this amazing fundraiser event for Kootenay Emergency Response Physicians Association - KERPA!!!

Happening this weekend (March 28th-30th)🏒🍔

03/18/2025

Dig out the vintage onesies, neon windbreakers and Y2K tracksuits, Whitewater Ski Resort is taking a trip back in time for the annual SROAMazing Race this Friday!
Hosted by students in the Ski Resort Operations & Management (SROAM) Program at Selkirk College.

Whether you’re a family looking for a day filled with adventures or a group of friends ready to compete, the retro-themed race is filled with exciting challenges and awesome prizes. ⛷

Learn more at: https://selkirk.ca/.../time-travellers-unite-sroamazing-race or https://www.facebook.com/SroamazingRace

03/17/2025

03/12/2025

It's still winter ( at least for a few more weeks) get out there and enjoy the snow while you can!

03/08/2025

Spring forward this Sunday March 9th

03/05/2025

Looking for something to do this week? Head on down to the Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery on Thursday evening, where you can visit the galleries, museum, and shop for FREE. 4-8pm every Thursday.

03/03/2025

Looking for something fun & exciting to do with the kids this March break?!

Reel Adventures Fishing Charters has you covered with their Kootenay Lake Winter Fishing Special & cozy, heated boats!

Book your spot at www.reeladventuresfishing.com 🎣

02/19/2025

Kootenay Coldsmoke Powderfest is an annual celebration of ski and snowboard culture. Featuring clinics, competitions, and ski-themed arts and culture programming both in Nelson and at Whitewater Ski Resort.

Festival dates: February 20-23, 2025
https://skiwhitewater.com/events/kootenay-coldsmoke-powderfest/

02/18/2025

Nelson's Coldest Night of the Year is this Saturday. A fundraiser walk in support of local charities, for people experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness.

This Saturday February 22nd
Walk | Fundraise | Donate | Volunteer | Team up with friends

https://cnoy.org/location/nelson

02/04/2025

Pacific Coastal Airlines announces the launch of their Trail Shuttle Service!

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our Trail Shuttle Service! 🚐

This initiative is designed to support passengers travelling between the West Kootenays and Vancouver, especially during inclement winter weather.❄️

For Pacific Coastal Airlines, the Trail Shuttle Service represents a significant advancement in our dedication to customer satisfaction and reliability. Our commitment to prioritizing our passengers and the communities we serve has driven us to launch this service, which aims to minimize travel disruptions while enhancing connectivity for the West Kootenays! By offering a practical solution to weather-related travel challenges, we aim to support the region’s residents, businesses, and tourism year-round! ✈️

To learn more about our Trail Shuttle Service, please visit: https://www.pacificcoastal.com/pacific-coastal-airlines-introduces-trail-shuttle-service-to-improve-reliability-for-the-west-kootenays-during-winter/

12/26/2024

Support the annual Nelson Polar Bear Swim on New Years Day! Sponsor a plunger, make a donation, or register and take the plunge yourself. 🐻‍❄️

Your donation helps Kootenay Co-op Radio stay on air and offers significant support to the many different initiatives led by Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society

Check out their website for all the ways you can support 👇

Your donation creates a thriving community; one that has clean, healthy water and an independent community radio station that reflects the spirit of our region. With your help, FoKLSS and KCR are able to: Improve KCR's broadcast quality to create a reliable radio station you can depend onIncrease so...

12/24/2024

The Nelson Visitor Centre will be closed for the Holidays on December 25th and 26th, reopening on Friday December 27th at 8:30am.

Have a safe and happy holiday season!

12/23/2024

Did you hear? Santa is going to be up at Whitewater Ski Resort on December 24th! You'll find Santa set up by the Skier Services building and ripping around the hill.

And don't forget, Raven, Silverking, Summit Chairs & the Hummer Handle Tow will be open from 11-3pm on Christmas Day with the Day Lodge and Skier Services open from 10:15 until 3:15pm ❄️🎅

12/21/2024

Another Great market happening this weekend! Wild Honey Clay presents "Out of the Ordinary Makers Market" a handmade holiday event with over 50 Vendors!

Happening Saturday from 3:00-9:00pm and Sunday from 12:00-6:00pm at the Eagles Hal (641 Baker Street).


https://www.kootenaycoopradio.com/event/out-of-the-ordinary-holiday-market/2024-12-21/

12/20/2024

Join the West Kootenay Cycling Coalition on Sunday December 22nd for their Fourth Annual Santa Bicycle Ride. Santa's to meet at 3pm at Lakeside Park.

A $10.00 donation is encouraged, with all proceeds going to Our Daily Bread.

Event details below 👇
https://westkootenaycycling.ca/events

12/19/2024

The Kootenay Lake Sailing Association annual Solstice sail past is scheduled for Friday December 20th and will be our front of the City Pier at 6pm! ⛵️

12/19/2024

Did you know that the Nelson Squash and Social Lounge offers "Newbie Night" every Thursday from 5:00pm to 9:00pm (gear and instruction provided).

For a full list of programing follow the link 👇

Squash is one of the healthiest sports in the world, burning up to 1000 calories per hour! It’s also a game of skill, strategy and stamina, often likened to a cross between boxing and chess. Check …

12/18/2024

The Station Gallery and Gifts has a great selection of local gifts for the holiday season!