NIGHTLIFE
May 9 @ 6:00 pm at Kamloops Curling Club: Kamloops Country Kicker. A 19+ country-themed event featuring dance lessons, a mechanical bull, and live music by The Prairie Dogz. Food trucks and bars are on site, with additional activities including a photo booth, midway games, and custom hat bar. The evening begins with instruction before transitioning into open dancing and live performance.
May 13 @ 7:00 pm at Bright Eye Brewing: Naughty Drag Bingo with Ella Lamoureux. A 19+ drag bingo event combining live performance, audience interaction, and themed prizes. Doors open at 7:00 pm with games beginning at 7:30 pm. Admission includes entry and a bingo dauber, with additional cards available for purchase.
May 30 @ 5:30 pm to 11:30 pm at 700 Victoria Street: Bollywood Affair 2026. Hosted by the Rotary Club of Kamloops West, this evening event features Indian-inspired cuisine, live performances, and a full dance floor experience. Highlights include drummers, dancers, and silent and live auctions, with guests encouraged to dress in themed or formal attire.
MUSIC
May 16 @ 7:30 pm at Sagebrush Theatre: Kamloops Symphony Orchestra – Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 “Titan.” Conducted by Nadège Foofat, this concert pairs Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 with Elizabeth Raum’s Sherwood Legend, featuring KSO Principal Horn Sam McNally. The program blends large-scale orchestral work with a narrative-inspired contemporary piece, offering a dynamic evening of live performance.
May 22 @ 7:00 pm at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church: Amazing Singing’s Spring Concert. A pop and rock a cappella performance by local group Amazing Singing, featuring selections by Queen, Fleetwood Mac, CCR, and more. The choir presents a lively mix of recognizable hits arranged for vocal performance. Tickets are available online, with strong attendance expected based on previous sold-out shows.
May 23 @ 7:30 pm at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church: Journey to Japan. Presented by Chamber Musicians of Kamloops as part of Asian Heritage Month, this concert features traditional and contemporary Japanese music performed on koto, shamisen, and shinobue. Musicians Saki Earl, Sally Arai, and Chizu Kan offer an evening focused on cultural expression and live performance. Tickets are available online and at the door.
THEATRE
April 30 to May 10 at Pavilion Theatre: Wolf Cull. Created and directed by Cheyenne Scott, this Longhouse Theatre production in association with Urban Ink is a one-act Indigenous thriller presented in-the-round. The story follows five young women drawn together by a shared dream as they confront a mysterious presence. The production explores themes of trauma, resilience, and the strength of Indigenous women.
COMEDY
May 12 @ 7:30 pm at Sagebrush Theatre: John Wing Live. Canadian comedian John Wing brings more than four decades of stand-up experience to the stage. Known for appearances on The Tonight Show, Just for Laughs, and CBC Radio’s The Debaters, Wing delivers sharp, observational comedy with an international profile.
May 31 @ 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at The Stock Pot Café: Monthly Improv Comedy Jam. Hosted by The Freudian Slips, this casual drop-in session features group improv games in a relaxed setting. No experience is required, with entry by donation and participation optional.
ART
May 8 to 10 @ 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Kamloops Japanese Cultural Centre: Kamloops Artists Fine Art Show and Sale. The Kamloops Artists Group presents a multi-day exhibition featuring original works by local artists. Most pieces are available for purchase, with a boutique offering cards and gift items. The show provides a range of styles and mediums in a gallery-style setting.
May 18 @ 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Isobel Lake Group Site: Weaving Workshop – On the Land Series. A hands-on outdoor workshop led by Rayshell Rebbecca and Brittany May Gill, inviting participants to create dream catchers using natural materials. Materials and a light lunch are provided. Cost is $35 per person, with children 12 and under free.
June 6 @ 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Delta Hotels Kamloops: It’s a Question of Art! Presented by Kamloops Artist Vortex, this art auction and game show-style event features original works created for the occasion. The evening includes live music by Hoodoo Vibes, appetizers, a signature mocktail, and opportunities to meet local artists. Proceeds support The Ruff Start Rescue, with prizes and auction highlights throughout.
LITERATURE
May 14 @ 1:00 pm at North Kamloops Library: Book Club. A recurring daytime book club featuring guided discussion of a selected title. The program encourages shared interpretation and conversation in an accessible group setting.
COMMUNITY
May 2 @ 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at 1030 University Drive: TRU Friends of the Garden Spring Plant Sale. A seasonal plant sale featuring a selection of perennials, annuals, and garden starts grown and curated by volunteers. The event supports TRU Friends of the Garden initiatives while offering locally adapted plants for home gardens. Early arrival is recommended for best selection.
May 3 @ 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at 160 Vernon Avenue: Japanese Spring Festival. A family-friendly event featuring Japanese food, drinks, sweets, and live music, along with games and crafts. The Kamloops Japanese Canadian Museum & Archives will be open.
May 3 @ 2:00 pm at Catloops Cat Café: Teatime with Piglet. A fundraiser featuring a meet-and-greet with Piglet, along with a high tea experience. Proceeds support Sammy’s Forgotten Felines.
May 9 @ 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at various North Kamloops locations: North Shore Community Garage Sale. A neighbourhood-wide garage sale with participating homes and vendors, with maps available online and at local businesses.
May 9 @ 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at McArthur Island Park Parking Lot: Emergency Services Day. A public safety event featuring emergency personnel, vehicles, and hands-on demonstrations, along with food available for purchase.
May 9 @ 9:00 am at 100 Lorne Street: Kamloops Garden Club Plant Sale. A plant sale featuring local vendors and gardening selections, with opportunities to connect with experts.
May 10 @ 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at TRU Gardens: Pose for a Purpose – Mother’s Day Photoshoot Fundraiser. A mini photoshoot event supporting Kamloops Art Party, with sessions by photographer Devan Grace.
May 23 @ 9:00 am at Rayleigh Elementary School: Rayleigh Community Garage Sale. A neighbourhood garage sale with vendors and a central hub at the school, including maps and concessions.
May 28 @ 11:30 am at Mount Paul Community Food Centre: Empty Bowls. A fundraising event marking World Hunger Day, featuring a meal and handcrafted bowls, with proceeds supporting food programs.
BUSINESS
May 12 @ 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Mount Paul Community Food Centre: NSBIA May Business Mixer. A networking event featuring local speakers, appetizers, beverages, and door prizes, open to members and guests.
SPORTS
May 2 @ 10:00 am at Westsyde Centennial Park: Zulu Challenge. A family-friendly obstacle course event featuring multiple distances and categories for adults, youth, and participants with dogs, with a focus on teamwork and outdoor activity.
May 9 @ 10:00 am and 1:00 pm at McArthur Island Lawn Bowling Green: Try Lawn Bowling – Free. A drop-in introduction to lawn bowling, open to all experience levels with equipment provided.
WELLNESS
May 29 to 31 at Coast Kamloops Hotel: Galaxy Psychic & Crystal Fair. A multi-day event featuring psychics, healers, vendors, and demonstrations, with admission valid for the full weekend.