Winter Fairs In the West Kootenay, winter is a season to embrace, to invite inspiration and sow creativity. Soft snow, sharp cold air outside, warm by the fireside indoors… Peaceful yes, and cozy and dramatic all at once. Leading up to Christmas there are many craft fairs showcasing our local artisans. Find quality handcrafted gifts for everyone on your list ~ unique, from the Kootenays with love. Be inspired!
15th ANNUAL
Kootenay Columbia Christmas Craft Faire Castlegar Community Complex Friday, Nov. 8 10am – 8pm Saturday, Nov. 9 10am – 5pm Bake tables, door prizes, crafts. Admission $3, 12 and under free.
Fruitvale Christmas Craft Fair Fruitvale Memorial Hall Friday, Nov. 8 10am - 7pm Saturday, Nov. 9 10am - 4pm $2 admission, includes muffin & beverage. Local crafters from the West Kootenay. Hosted as a fundraiser by the Friends of the Beaver Valley Library.
Canada’s Best Value Inn 1935 Columbia Ave., Castlegar Friday, Nov. 15 4pm-9pm Saturday, Nov. 16 9am-4pm Free admission.
19th ANNUAL Baker Street Christmas Craft Faire Best Western Hotel 153 Baker St., Nelson Friday, Nov. 15 10am-7pm Saturday, Nov. 16 10am-5pm Sunday, Nov. 17 10am-3pm
27th ANNUAL
Balfour Hall Christmas Craft Faire Saturday, Nov. 16 9am-3pm Free admission. Door prizes. Also accepting food hamper donations at the door for the Aimee Beaulieu Transition House.
Rossland Homespun Christmas Craft Fair Prestige Mountain Resort Saturday, Nov. 16 10am – 4pm $3 admission, children 12 & under free. Door prizes from each of the vendors.
$2 admission. Over 40 of the Kootenays’ finest crafters & artisans. Free parking.
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Open Daily Throughout the Holidays