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Carved, Painted and Crafted

The Gallery will host an opening reception on March 5 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Guests are invited to meet the artists, enjoy refreshments, and experience the exhibition firsthand. The exhibition runs…

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West Kootenay Career Fair

The West Kootenay Career Fair, co-hosted by KCDS and Selkirk College, is a community-wide event designed to support job seekers, students, employers, and community organizations across the Kootenays.…

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Castlegar Arts Council – Film Night – Colours of TIme

🎥 Castlegar Film Night Presents: Colours of Time 🎟️ $12 @ the door ⌚️ 7PM Showtime 📍 @theoldcastletheatre Colours of Time (2025), directed by Cédric Klapisch, is a French period drama where four…

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The Hip Replacements

Get ready to rock out with The Hip Replacements as they return to Chances Castlegar for a night of classic Tragically HIP tunes. Come join us for a night of Tragically Hip tunes and get ready to sing…

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Oots Open Mic – Tenise Marie

Monthly Open Mic with feature act. Saturday March 14h at Castlegar's newest, hippest venue... Come on out, we'd love to see you perform, watch, dance or simply hang out... All arts disciplines…

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Miguel’s 15 Annual Oscars Party

Step into the spotlight and celebrate Miguel’s 15th Annual Oscar Party; a glamorous night of film, fashion, and fun at the Castle Theatre! Dress to impress in your redcarpet best or channel your…

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We Can Help Animals! (Spring Break Workshop)

Become animal experts over Spring Break! Visit the West Kootenay BC SPCA in Castlegar for an engaging day of games, activities and stories about animals. Campers will receive a behind the scenes tour…

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Big-Foot Paint Night @ The Grateful Table

Come paint with me! Grab a friend (or two) and join me at The Grateful Table - Banquet Room for an evening of painting fun. Event runs from 6 pm to 8 pm. Come early grab a seat and have something to…

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Live in the Lodge – Oostie’s Talent Showcase

Oostie presents different local artists on the third Friday of the month! Bring your friends and enjoy! Starts at 9pm and ends when the fun winds down! MR MIKES is now open until 1am Friday and…

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Eco-Heroes (Spring Break Youth Workshop)

Learn about native wildlife at the BC SPCA! During this engaging camp, participants will make beaver dams, explore the outdoors for a scavenger hunt, and play games related to wild animals. By the…

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Marty Supreme – Film

MARTY SUPREMESaturday March 21st 7pm Marty Mauser, a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness.

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Castlegar Arts Council – Free Art Social

Formerly Drink n’ Draw, Art Social is more than just sketching, it’s a revamped, community-focused space to explore different mediums and connect with local creatives. Don't forget your Art……

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Free Sensory Friendly Movie in Castlegar – Smurffs 2025

This spring break, the CCRR is excited to present a free movie screening in Castlegar!

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Groovy Tunes at Harry’s Hall

Doors@ 7:00, Music 7:30, Food & Drink, Licensed all ages event, $20 Adult, $10 Minor

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Easter in Ootischenia

Easter in Ootischenia Join us for a fun-filled morning of family activities at Harry’s Hall as we celebrate spring together at Easter in Ootischenia! Bring the kids, your neighbours, and your Easter…

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Gooder Friday – Burnt Lung Czary, The Cavernous and Duane Regretzky

Finally it’s April! Good weather and epic shows! Burnt Lung makes their awaited post-Massif 2025 Kootenays return on Friday, April 3rd! They're bringing their classic hard hitting drums, intense…

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Hard to Kill Comedy

Forged in the hot smoke of the Okanagan Valley, hardened by rough rooms and worse crowds, a desperate thirst for laughs is what keeps them going. Hard to Kill is a three man comedy crew on the run…

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Queen City Burlesque Expo

Queen City Burlesque Expo offers an award-winning event of vaudeville and burlesque entertainment. A four-day experience for Expo attendees with two nights of exquisite, world-class performances…

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Selkirk College Trail Run 2026

Save the date! Our annual Trail Run is coming up on April 11th! Join us on the Selkirk College trails and choose between a 5km walk, 5km run, or 10km run - all levels and ages are welcome! Cost is $7…

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Oots Open Mic – Jayne Karma

Monthly Open Mic with feature act. Saturday April 12th at Castlegar's newest, hippest venue... Come on out, we'd love to see you perform, watch, dance or simply hang out... All arts disciplines…

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Castlegar Ball Hockey Challenge

Do you have the skills to win the Castlegar Ball Hockey Challenge CUP? Do your coworkers have the lungs to survive 3 on 3 hockey? Can you work as a team like the poster says in the office!? Find out,…

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Nonviolent Communication Course

Nonviolent Communication: Level 1 is a three-day compassionate communication skills training based on the life's work of Marshall Rosenberg, and specifically, his book, Nonviolent Communication: A…

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Castlegar Spring Fling

Castlegar Spring Fling – Celebrating 18 Years ! Can you believe it? 18 years! What started as a simple gathering has grown into a community tradition. It’s a day filled with community, smiling…

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Castlegar Women’s Clothing Swap

Castlegar Women's Clothing Swap Spring/Summer Clothing Sunday May 24 2026 10-1100 Regular Swap 1100 Clothing Available for Anyone Kinsmen Park 910 2 St Castlegar Clothing displayed picnic style- You…

Castlegar Fishing Derby
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Invasive Species Fishout Derby 2026

This fall Castlegar will host the Invasive Species Fishout Derby on the Columbia River. The intent is to catch as many walleye (Regional Guidelines) and northern pike as possible because both species…

The of the Kootenays

Where mountains and rivers meet in a fertile valley that boasts rich cultural heritage, a thriving artistic scene and more than enough outdoor recreation for every kind of enthusiast.  Come and visit the centre of it all.

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