May

Ride With Librarians event at Fernie Heritage Library

Ride with Librarians invites you to hop on your bike and join the librarians for a ride around town, part of Bike to Work and School Week.

Kootenay Krusher Mountain Bike Race

The 7th annual Kootenay Krusher mountain bike race is a family-friendly, single track mountain event at Nipika Mountain Resort, Radium Hot Springs. All abilities welcome. Register online.

Crazy Soles Nipika Trail Run

The Crazy Soles Nipika Trail Run 2018 will be celebrating it 10th anniversary this year at Nipika Mountain Resort.. Select from several distances and categories. Register now!

Rocky Mountain Rally

The Rocky Mountain Rally in Invermere and Radium Hot Springs areas is a performance-based event, pitting the drivers and co-drivers against the road and the clock.

Wings Over the Rockies Festival

Celebrate the biodiversity of wildlife in the Columbia River wetlands. Join people from all over the world at the 22nd annual Wings Over the Rockies Festival.

Children's Festival, Wings Over the Rockies 2018

Wings Over the Rockies Children’s Festival

Wings Over the Rockies Children’s Festival was so popular last year that it’s back in the 2018 line-up. Billed as “time for some fun and games”, this part of the Wings festival will take place on Saturday, May 5, two days before the main line-up of events.

Columbia Valley Junior Golf Tour

Columbia Valley Golf Junior Tour kicks off! It’s open to school kids under 13 years and can develop a love for the game and build new skills.

Fresh Fridays Youth Open Mic Night

Calling young, local musicians, stand-up comedians! Perform in this fun, friendly venue. Showcase your talent before a live audience and win prizes!

Fundraiser for the Snively family

Everyone’s invited to a fundraiser at Horsethief Creek Pub for the Snively family who lost everything in a housefire, Great food, auction, live music by Smarty Pants.

Canada 150 Celebration

It’s a Canada 150 Celebration on the lawns at the Windermere Valley Museum, an ‘early- bird special’ – a FREE family-friendly afternoon party for everyone. Please come!

“Bee” Creative Young Artist Workshop

Hey kids 5 and over! Let’s ‘Bee Creative’ together at a Wildsight Invermere workshop. Learn all about bees and how to make a beehive at the Upper Ranch.

Courtyard Party at The Castle

The Courtyard Party at The Castle, downtown Fernie, is celebrating the 1-year anniversary of Barre. There will be FREE Cake, mimosas and the film ‘Damcer.’ RSVP please.

FREE Kid’s Movie at the Fernie Heritage Library

Kids are going to love the FREE movie ‘Peter Pan’ at the Fernie Heritage Library. It’s the season wind-up of the Kids Read it First series program.

Music from the Mountains: The Wardens

Hear music and stories of The Wardens, a trio of rugged mountain men who’ve spent years protecting the wilderness of our National Parks.

Steamboat Mountain Music Festival Launch Party

The festival launch party at the Edgewater Hall for the Steamboat Mtn. Music Fest features cash bar, Italian dinner and dancing to the music of L8.

Garage & Yard Sale

There’s a Garage & Yard Sale happening at the Fairmont Community Den eith lots of great items for everyone in the family Moms, Dads and kids too.

Annual Rotary Garage Sale

The annual Rotary Garage Sale at Deck Storage is a two-day event to raise funds to support the many projects of the Rotary Club of Invermere

Baby Rhyme Time

Baby Rhyme Time is a FREE 6-week program at the Invermere Library for babies 0-24 months and their parents. We have a great time singing songs and rhymes.

Spring Artisan Market

Coming soon! A spring artisan market at the Columbia Valley Centre in Invermere. Featured will be items by valley artisans. See local honey, home baking, hand-blown glass, baking. FREE admission.

Golden Mountain Festival

The annual Golden Mountain Festival celebrates everything that makes the town of Golden BC a great place to live. There are Art exhibitions, speakers, films, musicians.

Remi Bolduc’s ‘Tribute to Dave Brubeck’

This Tribute to Dave Brubeck is being proudly presented by the Remi Bolduc Jazz Ensemble at the Key City Theatre. Guest pianist Francois Bourassa.

Wild Ideas

At May’s Wild Ideas, we will be discussing the myths surrounding bears and how to co-exist with them in the back-country and in our neighborhoods. Andrea Smillie.

Jenny Allen at Key City Theatre

You don’t want to miss this Jenny Allen concert at Key City Theatre. The folk rock/roots singer/songwriter is popular at festivals all over the country. Get tickets now.

Wings Over the Rockies – May 14 events

The 21st annual Wings Over the Rockies Festival winds up today with some great fun and informative adventures for the family. Spaces limited so please book early.

Jason Buie Band will be ‘Rockin’ Rythm & Blues’

The Jason Buie Band is coming to Kimberley! The legendary BC-based music group will be Rockin’ Rythm & Blues onstage at Studio 64 this month.

‘Dry Grad’ Fundraiser Carwash

Does your vehicle need some soap and water? Bring it to the DTSS ‘Dry Grad’ Car Wash fundraiser and let these great kids make it shine.

Wings Over the Rockies – May 13 events

The Wings Over the Rockies – May 13, 2017 schedule features a Wings Children’s Festival and the 21st annual Wings Gala Banquet with keynote speaker Danny Catt.

Wings Over the Rockies – May 12 events

The Wings Over the Rockies – May 12, 2017 schedule offers a full roster of events. You’ll find something fun & informative for every person. Register early

Wings Over the Rockies – May 11 events

The Wings Over the Rockies – May 11, 2017 schedule offers a wide variety of fun and informative events. Group sizes are limited so please register early.

Wings Over the Rockies – May 10 events

Wings Over the Rockies has a huge number of interesting and informative activities from which to choose. Group sizes are limited so early registration is recommended.

Wings Over the Rockies – May 9 events

The Wings Over the Rockies – May 9th, 2017 schedule is jam-packed with thirteen events. There’s something fun & informative for every person. Group sizes are limited. Register early.

Wings Over the Rockies – May 8 events

The Wings Over the Rockies – May 8th, 2017 schedule is jam-packed with thirteen events. There’s something fun & informative for every person. Participation limited. Register early.

Columbia Valley Art

The “Columbia Valley Art” exhibition is showing the works of some of the Columbia Valley’s most talented painters. Meet the artists at a reception April 29th.

Kitchen Sink Experiment Club

The kitchen Sink Experiment Club at the Invermere Public Library is for kids from Kindergarten to grade 4 who love learning how things work. FREE. Pre-registration is required.

Madeline Tasquin / Trevor Davies coming to Strands

Madeline Tasquin and guest guitarist Trevor Davies are presenting an unforgettable evening performance at Strand’s Old House Restaurant in Invermere. Be sure to make your reservations early.

‘Nine Lives Would Not Do’ – The Life of Leo Grillmair, Mountaineer

Leo Grillmair film “Nine Lives Would Not Do” was a sold-out show! Second showing coming up at DTSS. Theatre-goers need to arrive early to get a seat.

ICAN Open House

ICAN is having an open house at the animal shelter. You are invited to visit, meet the animals, tour the shelter and find out how you can help

The Red Cannons at Centre 64

The Red Cannons exploded onto the Canadian music scene in 2012 and continue to garner acclaim with radio listeners and their festival appearances. Coming to Centre 64.

Silent Auction of Studio 64 Art

A silent auction of the artwork at Studio64 concludes on May 28, with winning bids being announced at the Spring Concert Series performance that evening.

FireSmart Community Champion Workshop

Want to be recognized as a strong leader in your neighborhood? Register for this FireSmart Community Champion workshop and start the process toward status with FireSmart Canada.

United Dance Presents FREEDOM!

FREEDOM is a celebration of dance by students of United Dance. There’s everything from ballet to hip hop. It’s lively, energetic and a whole lot of fun.

North Star Quilters shine in exhibition

The North Star Quilters Society show in the Art Gallery at Centre 64 is sure to re-define fabric art. When

Celebrate Victoria Day at Fort Steele

Celebrate Victoria Day with an old-fashioned family picnic on the lawn at Fort Steele Heritage Town. Live music and games. PS – don’t forget to bring the camera!

Music For Life

Music For Life is a joyous celebration by talented area musicians of all ages. A variety of music, mixed with history and humor will be presented.

Run, Ride & Rock the Ranch

A Pig Roast, a barn dance and a great afternoon of Free family fun! Ticket holders get to enjoy the evening! Get yours soon before they’re sold out.

March Against Monsanto

March Against Monsanto is one of the largest annual protests in the world. Millions will march simultaneously. Please join us to march in Cranbrook on May 21st.

Open House & Garage Sale at the Fire Hall

A joint fundraiser open house/garage sale coming to the Radium Fire Hall, will support both the Radium Fire Department and the Radium Public Library. Everyone is welcome!

Spring Garage Sale

The Spring Garage Sale at the Invermere Legion has loads of great bargains for the family – toys, clothing, books, etc. Be a vendor. Rent a table.

Purcell Mountain Painters Art Show

You are invited to help celebrate the grand opening of the Purcell Mountain Painter’s new studio in downtown Invermere. Come and view the art. Meet the artists.

Public Roller Skating

There’s public roller skating this summer at the Roller Rink, the Invermere Curling Centre. Friday evenings from 7-9 PM and Sundays from 2-5 PM. Great family fun!

Source to Sea

The Source to Sea event Canal Flats BC runs simultaneously with a similar one in Astoria, Oregon, with a headwaters walk, film and storytelling. Join us.

The Bergmann Duo set to wow Invermere audience

Marcel and Elizabeth, known internationally as the Bergmann Duo, make two grand pianos sing. You will enjoy their eclectic repertoire which includes some of Marcel’s original works.

John Jenkins Small Town Revival GREEN

Small Town Revival GREEN is a brand new album with a brand new sound. It’s upbeat, rockin, funky and fun! You’re going to love it!

Make your own beaded dreamcatcher!

Learn how to make your own beautiful beaded dreamcatcher! Keep for yourself or give a gift to someone special. The demo is open to the public.

Highway Clean Up party

Everyone’s invited to the Fairmont & District Lions Club’s annual Highway Clean Up party. Help spruce up for the summer. Hot dogs afterward at the Lions Den.

Emergency Preparedness Fair

The Emergency Preparedness Fair – get a chance to meet Columbia Valley first responders. Learn about the area’s emergency plan. Put your plan in place.

Small Town Revival GREEN official CD launch

The official CD launch of John Jenkins Small Town Revival GREEN will be onstage at the Golden Civic Centre. Has a brand new sound you’re going to love.

Valley Voices Spring Concert

The Valley Voices presents its annual Spring Concert, a lovely musical presentation of light-hearted music to celebrate the season. It’s real family entertainment at its best.

RESP Information Event at the Legion

What is an RESP and how can it help you save for your child’s post-secondary education? Come to the information event and find out. Dinner, door prizes.

U-pick at the Community Greenhouse

During May and June, delicious, nutritious, fresh greens and herbs are available for sale while supplies last. Visit our beautiful award-winning energy-efficient facility. Pick your own!

Bare Hands Day Spa Spring Specials

Bare Hands specials for spring get you unloading winter’s stresses,feeling great again. Get 6 massages for the price of 5 and give your mom a gift on her day.