On June 28 and 29, Kimberley’s downtown Platzl will transform into a celebration of mountain culture with KOREfest + Localpalooza — a two-day event packed with live music, innovative gear makers, food vendors, and family-friendly fun.
Brought to you by KORE and Centre64, this outdoor gear and music festival is sure to entertain music lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and those just keen to connect with the vibrant Kootenay community.
At the heart of the festival is a showcase of Kootenay-based outdoor gear brands, each bringing their latest creations to the plaza. They include Kootenay Mountain Boats, Northern Teardrop Trailer, Après Skied, Ghostrider Equipment, Dark Horse Innovations, Lynx OGT and Shishka Sleeping Bags among others. Come meet the makers, try out new gear, and get inspired by the ingenuity driving BC’s outdoor economy.
Two Days, Ten Bands
Ten local and regional musicians will take to the stage during the weekend offering up everything from acoustic roots to indie rock to soul.
Saturday, June 28:
Mike Stack (12:00PM – 12:40PM): A Kimberley-based singer-songwriter with rich folk stylings.
Oliver McQuaid (1:00PM – 1:40PM): Soulful acoustic tunes from a rising talent.
Oracle Jones (2:00PM – 2:40PM): Funky, cosmic soul grooves from Nelson, BC.
Velvet Vixen (3:00PM – 3:40PM): Glam-rock power with a modern twist, hailing from Cranbrook.
Howard Street Blend (4:00PM – 4:40PM): Funk, jazz, and soul from the streets of Nelson.
Sunday, June 29:
Lennan Delaney (12:00PM – 12:40PM): Violin-driven folk with classical roots from the Slocan Valley.
Spruce Tops (1:00PM – 1:40PM): A Cranbrook acoustic trio with close harmonies and mountain charm.
Trena & the Kimberley Crew (2:00PM – 2:40PM): A funky hometown ensemble with a loyal local following.
Heather Gemmell (3:00PM – 3:40PM): Blues-rock queen of the Kootenays, bringing raw riffs and raspy vocals.
Fyfe Williams Band (4:00PM – 4:40PM): Rock-driven rhythms and jam-band energy from Nelson, BC.
KORE Re-Hub Offering Free Gear Repairs
Need a zipper fixed or your sleeping bag patched? The KORE Re-Hub Program will be on-site all weekend offering free outdoor gear repair services. Professional technicians will be operating out of a fully equipped mobile van (thanks to College of the Rockies), using industrial sewing machines to mend jackets, backpacks, sleeping bags, and more.
Attendees are also encourage to bring hard goods, such as ski gear, that needs repairing. Selkirk Innovates will be on hand conducting a pilot project assessing hard gear using innovative scanning tools. If you’ve got something in your garage that needs fixing, bring it by and find out what’s possible.
About Centre 64
This year’s event is co-presented with Centre 64, Kimberley’s Arts Council. The arts and cultural hub hosts several community workshops and helps curate various film showings and other events throughout the year. For more info, visit: centre64.com.
Our Partners
KOREfest + Localpalooza wouldn’t be possible without the support of our funders and sponsors, including the Province of British Columbia, City of Kimberley, Selkirk College, College of the Rockies, Centre 64, Autogrowth Academy, ETSI-BC, Gear Re-Store, P&L Speed Print, and 1% for the Planet.
For more about the KORE Re-Hub Program, visit: koreoutdoors.org/rehub