AUGUST EVENTS

TUESDAY, AUGUST 1

DOWNTOWN HERITAGE WALKING TOUR

Revelstoke Museum & Archives, 315 First Street West, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Meet at the Revelstoke Museum for a one-hour guided tour of Revelstoke’s historic downtown. Discover why the downtown moved from its original location and why Campbell Avenue is so wide, and find some hidden features in Grizzly Plaza. $10.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 4

SUNSETTER SERIES

Art First Gallery, 113 First Street West, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

The doors of the gallery will be open late for creatives, collectors and appreciators to come explore the talented work of local artists. Everyone is welcome. Visit artfirstgallery.ca for more info.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5

REVELSTOKE FARM & CRAFT MARKET/ REVELSTOKE LFI FARMERS MARKET

Downtown Revelstoke, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Head downtown to Mackenzie Ave and First Street where you’ll find not one, but two farmers’ markets full of locally grown produce, arts & crafts and much more.

INVASIVE PLANT WORKSHOP

Mount Revelstoke National Park, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Part of Revelstoke’s Wildflower Festival, join a Parks Canada Resource Conservation vegetation specialist for a workshop focusing on the removal of vetch and other invasive species around Balsam and Heather Lake area. Some light hiking is involved. Call 250-837-7500 or email mrg.information@pc.gc. ca to register. A valid Parks Canada pass is required to participate. For more details and a list of all events taking place during the festival visit seerevelstoke. com/event/wild-flower-festival.

EDIBLE INVASIVE PLANT ID WALK

Revelstoke Mountain Resort, 2950 Camozzi Road, 3 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Led by knowledgeable guides from the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society, learn about invasive plant species and their impact on the local ecosystem while traversing the picturesque Bottoms Up Trail. The highlight of the walk will be the opportunity to identify edible invasive plants and explore their culinary uses. For more information contact the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society at 1-855-785-9333 or info@columbiashuswapinvasives.org. A registration form can be found at seerevelstoke.com/ event/wild-flower-festival.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 11

DROP-IN WILDFLOWER PAINTING

Mount Revelstoke National Park, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Drop into the Balsam Lake

Picnic Shelter near the summit of Mount Revelstoke for some wildflower watercolour painting. All supplies for a family-friendly painting are provided. Free with a current Parks Pass. A shuttle is available from downtown Revelstoke. For more details and a list of all events taking place during the festival visit seerevelstoke.com/ event/wild-flower-festival.

REVY PADDLE FEST

Industrial Park, Powerhouse Road, see event website for event times

A unique, three-day family friendly celebration of paddle sports, music and movement hosted by the Revelstoke Paddlesport Association. Visit revypaddlefest.com for more information.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 12

REVELSTOKE FARM & CRAFT MARKET/ REVELSTOKE LFI FARMERS MARKET

Downtown Revelstoke, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Head downtown to Mackenzie Ave and First Street where you’ll find not one, but two farmers’ markets full of locally grown produce, arts & crafts and much more.

DIY TOTE BAG PRINTING

Gazebo, Revelstoke Farm & Craft Market, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Join the Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre and decorate a tote bag with a hand-cut linoleum block design commemorating the 2023 Wildflower Festival. 20 bags will be available for a suggested donation of $10 each, or you can bring your own fabric items to be customized with this year’s design. For more details and a list of all events taking place during the festival visit seerevelstoke.com/event/ wild-flower-festival.

REVY PADDLE FEST –SATURDAY NIGHT PARTY

Industrial Park, Powerhouse Road, 5 p.m.- 12 a.m.

Enjoy an evening of live music, DJs, food trucks, a beer garden and more. Featuring artist Deekline coming in from the UK. Hosted by the Revelstoke Paddlesport Association, as part of the Revy Paddle Fest. This is a family friendly event. Visit revypaddlefest.com for more information.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13

POTTERY GARDEN PARTY

Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Mix and mingle among the gardens of the Local Food Initiative outside the Visual Arts Centre for a semiformal garden party and pop-up pottery shop. Watch potters engaging in friendly skills competitions on-site. For more details and a list of all events taking place during the festival visit seerevelstoke.com/event/wild-flower-festival.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 15

DOWNTOWN HERITAGE WALKING TOUR

Revelstoke Museum & Archives, 315 First Street West, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Meet at the Revelstoke Museum for a one-hour guided tour of Revelstoke’s historic downtown. Discover why the downtown moved from its original location and why Campbell Avenue is so wide, and find some hidden features in Grizzly Plaza. $10.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 17

EXHIBITION OPENING

Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson Street, 2 p.m. - 8 p.m. Featuring Alexandra Goodall and Danielle Savage’s Migration Parade in the main gallery. Works by Sarah Hope, Kristina Dicembre and Ariel Plant in the side galleries. Viewing from 2-5 p.m.; social event with live music and refreshments for purchase from 5-8 p.m. Entry $5.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 18

RED BULL DOWNTIME

Revelstoke Mountain Resort, 2950

Camozzi Road, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Experience the thrill of uniquely Canadian competitions where mountain bike riders of all skill levels compete against the clock. Riders will test their speed on the iconic Macht Schnell trail at RMR, competing for the title of Red Bull Downtime champion and a chance to win a tip to Red Bull Joyride 2024 in Whistler, BC

SUNSETTER SERIES

Art First Gallery, 113 First Street West, 6 p.m. - 9p.m.

The doors of the gallery will be open late for creatives, collectors and appreciators to come explore the talented work of local artists. Everyone is welcome. Visit artfirstgallery.ca for more info.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 19

REVELSTOKE FARM & CRAFT MARKET/ REVELSTOKE LFI FARMERS MARKET

Downtown Revelstoke, 8 a.m.-1p.m. Head downtown to Mackenzie Ave and First Street where you’ll find not one, but two farmers’ markets full of locally grown produce, arts & crafts and much more.

MIDSUMMERS NIGHT GREEN’S

First Light Farm, 2009 Big Eddy Road, 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

The Revelstoke Local Food Initiative’s annual Midsummers Night Green’s farm-totable fundraiser returns. This year’s event is taking place at First Light Farm and will be a celebration of Revelstoke’s incredible local food scene, and an incredible dinner featuring local produce created by chef Austin Luciow and the Community Kitchen. Tickets are $120 per person and include an incredible meal, two drinks, live entertainment, and a donation to the LFI. For more information or to purchase tickets visit revelstokelocalfood.com

TUESDAY, AUGUST 22

DOWNTOWN HERITAGE WALKING TOUR

Revelstoke Museum & Archives, 315 First Street West, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Meet at the Revelstoke Museum for a one-hour guided tour of Revelstoke’s historic downtown. Discover why the downtown moved from its original location and why Campbell Avenue is so wide, and find some hidden features in Grizzly Plaza. $10.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 26

REVELSTOKE FARM & CRAFT MARKET/ REVELSTOKE LFI

FARMERS MARKET

Downtown Revelstoke, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Head downtown to Mackenzie Ave and First Street where you’ll find not one, but two farmers’ markets full of locally grown produce, arts & crafts and much more.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 29

DOWNTOWN HERITAGE WALKING TOUR

Revelstoke Museum & Archives, 315 First Street West, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Meet at the Revelstoke Museum for a one-hour guided tour of Revelstoke’s historic downtown. Discover why the downtown moved from its original location and why Campbell Avenue is so wide, and find some hidden features in Grizzly Plaza. $10.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30

GIRLS GONE MILD –SOCIAL RIDE

Revelstoke Mountain Resort, 2950 Camozzi Road, 4 p.m. - 7p.m.

A fun and social ride for ladies to enjoy green and chill blue trails in a supportive environment, led by a professional bike guide from the Mountain Bike School. Explore the mountain, connect with other riders and develop your skills and confidence on the trails. Visit revelstokemountainresort.com for more information.