Event dates and times subject to change

Friday, August 15

  • Opening Day Parade:
    Parade starts at 5:30 pm, downtown Revelstoke, featuring the Visual Arts Centre’s Art Camp kids, antique cars, floats, and more!
     
  • Railway Days Opening Ceremonies:
    Ceremonies start at 6:30 pm in Rotary Park at the Revelstoke Railway Museum. Special guest, Chinese Consul General Qiang Yang.
     
  • Chinese Legacies, Building the CPR ~ Exhibition Opening:
     Following the Opening Ceremonies, at the Revelstoke Railway Museum.
     
  • Railway Magic Lantern Show:
    Presented by Michael Lawlor, at the Nickelodeon Museum, 5:00 pm.
     
  • Music in the Plaza:
    Sister Girl, Grizzly Plaza 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
     
  • Radiostoke:
    Classic radio plays performed by the Revelstoke Radio Players, 7:30 pm at the Nickelodeon Museum. Call (250) 837-5250 for reservations.
     

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Saturday, August 16

  • Chinese Legacies, The Revelstoke Community ~ Exhibition Opening:
    11:00 am at the Revelstoke Museum & Archives.
     
  • Pings Wings Wandering Wok:
     Lunch, catered by Chef Ron Kwong, at the Revelstoke Museum & Archives following the opening of Chinese Legacies. Pre-registration required, call (250) 837-3067.
     
  • Milling in the Steam Era Opening.:
    Demonstrations at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm, BC Interior Forestry Museum.
     
  • Kettle Valley Brakemen:
    Performing at 2:00 pm, Revelstoke Railway Museum. Regular admission applies.
     
  • Music in the Plaza:
    Kettle Valley Brakemen, repeat performance, Grizzly Plaza, 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
     
  • Orchid Ensemble Workshop:
     The Orchid Ensemble offers a special program for young audiences, featuring instruments, music, and stories from China and around the world. The presentation acts as a vehicle for greater understanding of Asian culture and includes student participation, 2:00 pm at the Community Centre. Registration $10 per student, reserve at the Revelstoke Railway Museum call (250) 837-6060. Recommended K-12
     
  • Orchid Ensemble Performance:
    Vancouver’s renowned Orchid Ensemble blends ancient musical instruments and traditions from China and beyond, creating a beautiful new sound that is both creative and distinct, 7:30 pm at the Community Centre. Tickets Adults $18.00, Students $10.00 Family packages (limited #) $50.00, available at the door, advance ticket sales available at the Revelstoke Railway Museum, call (250) 837-6060.
     
  • Speeders at the Wye:
    CPR Home Track, Victoria Street 10:00 am to 1:00 pm ~ 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Speeder rides by donation to the Revelstoke Railway Museum.
     
  • Rail Fan Day:
    Tours, lectures, and slide shows at the Revelstoke Railway Museum 9:00 am to 8:00 pm. Call (250) 837-6060 for event listing.
     
  • Railway Magic Lantern Show:
     Presented by Michael Lawlor, at the Nickelodeon Museum, 5:00 pm. Call (250) 837-5250 for reservations.
     
  • Radiostoke:
    Classic radio plays performed by the Revelstoke Radio Players, 7:30 pm at the Nickelodeon Museum. Call (250) 837-5250 for reservations.
     

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Sunday, August 17

  • Milling in the Steam Era:
    Demonstrations at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm, BC Interior Forestry Museum. Regular admission applies. 
     
  • Kettle Valley Brakemen:
    Performing at 2:00 pm, Revelstoke Railway Museum. Regular admission applies.
     
  • Music in the Plaza:
    Kettle Valley Brakemen, repeat performance, Grizzly Plaza, 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
     
  • Speeders at the Wye:
    CPR Home Track, Victoria Street 10:00 am to 1:00 pm ~ 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Speeder rides by donation to the Revelstoke Railway Museum.
     
  • CP Employee Day:
     9:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Revelstoke Railway Museum. Free admission to all CP Employees, retirees, and their families.
     
  • Dickey Photos Exhibition, and Members Summer Exhibition:
    At the Visual Arts Centre, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Admission by donation.
     
  • Orchid Ensemble Workshop: 
         The Orchid Ensemble offers ‘Silk Roads’ a special program for young audiences, featuring instruments, music, and stories from China and around the world. The presentation acts as a vehicle for greater understanding of Asian culture and includes student participation, 2:00 pm at the Community Centre. Registration $10 per student, reserve at the Revelstoke Railway Museum call (250) 837-6060. Grades 6 to 12.
     
  • Orchid Ensemble Performance:
    Vancouver’s renowned Orchid Ensemble blends ancient musical instruments and traditions from China and beyond, creating a beautiful new sound that is both creative and distinct, 7:30 pm at the Community Centre. Tickets Adults $18.00, Students $10.00 Family packages (limited #) $50.00, available at the door, advance ticket sales available at the Revelstoke Railway Museum.
     
  • Radiostoke:
    Classic radio plays performed by the Revelstoke Radio Players, 7:30 pm at the Nickelodeon Museum. Festival. Call (250) 837-5250 for reservations.
     

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Monday, August 18

  • Milling in the Steam Era:
    Demonstrations at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm, BC Interior Forestry Museum. Regular admission applies. 
     
  • Downtown Heritage Walk:
     Meet at the Revelstoke Museum & Archives at 2:00 pm. $5 per person.
     
  • Music in the Plaza:
    John Jenkins and Serving Gently, Grizzly Plaza 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
      
  • Quilt till you wilt:
    Join the Mt. Revelstoke Quilt Guild at the Recreation Centre from 9:00 am on for a day of quilting enjoyment. Lynn Knox will conduct a mini workshop. $20 for members, $45 for non members. Free for the public to drop in and observe. Call Linda at (250) 837-6517.
     
  • Ongoing exhibitions and programmes at all of Revelstoke’s Museums and the Visual Arts Centre
     

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Tuesday, August 19

  • Milling in the Steam Era:
    Demonstrations at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm, BC Interior Forestry Museum. Regular admission applies. 
     
  • Heritage Cemetery Tour:
    7:00 pm. Meet at the cemetery gates or call the Revelstoke Museum & Archives (250) 837-3067 for a ride. $5.00 per person.
     
  • Music in the Plaza:
    Uncorked!, Grizzly Plaza 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
      
  • Ongoing exhibitions and programmes at all of Revelstoke’s Museums and the Visual Arts Centre
     

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Wednesday, August 20

  • Milling in the Steam Era:
    Demonstrations at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm, BC Interior Forestry Museum. Regular admission applies. 
     
  • Meet the Author:
    Meet the Author, Shirley Harris, for a book signing, Forgotten Gardens, Abandoned Landscapes & Remarkable Restoration, throughout the day at the Revelstoke Railway Museum.
     
  • Dickey Photographs Images of Revelstoke:
    Slide show presentation at the Revelstoke Museum & Archives, 2:00 pm. $5 per person.
     
  • Vintage Film Night Featuring Historic Railway Films:
    7:30 pm at the Nickelodeon Museum. Call (250) 837-5250 for reservations.
     
  • Music in the Plaza:
    Uncorked!, Grizzly Plaza 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
      
  • Ongoing exhibitions and programmes at all of Revelstoke’s Museums and the Visual Arts Centre
     

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Thursday, August 21

  • Heritage Explorers:
    A unique way for children ages 5 – 12 to experience Revelstoke’s history. Today’s session: “Chinese Legacies.” Call the Revelstoke Museum & Archives (250) 837-3067 for more information and to register. $3.50 per child.
     
  • Meet the Author:
    Meet the Author, Shirley Harris, for a book signing, Forgotten Gardens, Abandoned Landscapes & Remarkable Restoration, throughout the day at the Revelstoke Railway Museum.
     
  • Music in the Plaza:
    John Jenkins and Serving Gently, Grizzly Plaza 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
      
  • Ongoing exhibitions and programmes at all of Revelstoke’s Museums and the Visual Arts Centre
     

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Friday, August 22

  • Phantasmagoria Magic Lantern Show:
    7:30 pm Professor Mervyn Heard from England will present his Grand Victorian Show at the Nickelodeon Museum. Call (250) 837-5250 for reservations.
     
  • Hobo Bill:
    Performances throughout the day at the Revelstoke Railway Museum. Regular admission applies.
     
  • Beer & Wings at Revelstoke Museum & Archives:
    5:00 pm to 8 pm. Price to be determined.
     
  • Music in the Plaza:
    Cats and Fiddle, Grizzly Plaza 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
      
  • Ongoing exhibitions and programmes at all of Revelstoke’s Museums and the Visual Arts Centre
     

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Saturday, August 23

  • Water…on the Rocks!:
    Presented by Mountain WIT, Parks Canada's very own team of professional actors at the Railway Museum, 2:00 pm.
     
  • Kids’ Day at the Revelstoke Railway Museum:
    Games, crafts, model railroad, the ‘Crock’ inflatable jumping slide, events, and more from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Call (250) 837-6060 for schedule of events.
     
  • Phantasmagoria Magic Lantern Show:
    7:30 pm Professor Mervyn Heard from England will present his Grand Victorian Show at the Nickelodeon Museum. Call (250) 837-5250 for reservations.
     
  • Hobo Bill:
    Performances throughout the day at the Revelstoke Railway Museum. Regular admission applies.
     
  • Music in the Plaza:
    Blindspot, Grizzly Plaza 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
      
  • Ongoing exhibitions and programmes at all of Revelstoke’s Museums and the Visual Arts Centre
     

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Sunday, August 24

  • Water…on the Rocks!:
    Presented by Mountain WIT, Parks Canada's very own team of professional actors at the Railway Museum, 2:00 pm.
     
  • 2nd Annual VCCC Car Show:
    At the Railway Museum, 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. Admission by donation. 
     
  • Hobo Bill:
    Performances throughout the day at the Revelstoke Railway Museum. Regular admission applies.
     
  • Magic Lantern Show at the Nickelodeon:
    Join members of the Magic Lantern Society for a special showing, 7:30 pm at the Nickelodeon Museum. Call (250) 837-5250 for reservations.
     
  • Closing Ceremonies:
    At the Revelstoke Railway Museum, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
     
  • Music in the Plaza:
    The Rev, Grizzly Plaza 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
      

Ongoing Programmes & Events During Railway Days

  • The City of Revelstoke welcomes residents and visitors to enjoy Music in the
    Plaza nightly. 6:30 - 9:30 pm in Grizzly Plaza. Free admission.
     
  • The Revelstoke Railway Museum, 719 Track Street W. (250) 837-6060. Open daily from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm. Chinese Legacies exhibition, Prints from CPR Magic Lantern Slides 1885-1930 exhibition. Dining in Style – refreshments and deserts served in Business Car #4, Kid’s Caboose children’s activity area, model railroad demonstrations. Regular admission applies.
     
  • The Revelstoke Museum & Archives, 315-1st St. W. (250) 837-3067. Open daily from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. Chinese Legacies exhibition. Regular admission applies.
     
  • BC Interior Forestry Museum, Hwy 23 North, (250) 837-8078. Open daily 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. First Foresters exhibition and Pine Beetle Story exhibition. Regular admission applies.
     
  • The Nickelodeon Museum, 111 – 1st St. W. (250) 837-5250. Open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Guided tour and demonstrations of the Museum’s world class collection of mechanical musical devices. Regular admission applies.
     
  • The Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre, 320 Wilson St., (250) 814-0261. Open Tuesday through Friday and Sunday, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Dickey railway photographs and Members Summer Exhibition - Revelstoke Visual Arts Society. Admission by donation.