October 1 to 4 – Elephant Mountain Lit Fest, Nelson
The Elephant Mountain Literary Festival will include author readings that connect the public with accomplished storytellers (both local and visiting); panel discussions; workshops of various themes, and Blue Pencil mentorship sessions that connect experienced authors with emerging writers. The festival this year will also include Newcomer Workshops, designed to help new English speakers and immigrants get into creative writing; a literary bingo/scavenger hunt where participants seek out prompts in local businesses public areas; and a combined open mic and book fair event that will feature local authors and spoken word artists. Event Information.

October 2 – Harvest Festival 2026, New Denver
The Healthy Community Society of the North Slocan Valley’s 2026 Harvest Festival brings together community members of all ages to celebrate the traditions and abundance of the region on October 2nd, 2026, in New Denver. Event Information.

October 3 – Salmo Valley Fall Festival 2026, Salmo
On October 3, 2026, the Salmo Valley Youth & Community Centre Society will host the annual Salmo Valley Fall Festival, featuring an artisan fair, live music, workshops, youth activities, food vendors, and a showcase of local non-profits. Event Information.

October 4 – Harvest BBQ, Deer Park
The Deer Park Recreation Society will celebrate the close of the growing season on October 4, 2026, with a BBQ, a short film on the projects completed this year, and lively discussion on new project ideas for the upcoming year.

October 4 – Harvest Festival, Meadow Creek
The Lardeau Valley Community Club is hosting Harvest Festival to bring people from Area D together for games, a BBQ, bouncy castle, raffles and fun competitions such as the largest vegetables, in Meadow Creek on October 4, 2026.

October 13 – Iron Maiden 2026, Creston
To celebrate Creston’s women volunteers, the Creston Ladies Iron Maiden will host their 18th annual free recognition luncheon on October 13, 2026.

October 15 – 2026 Fernie Business Excellence Awards, Fernie
The Fernie Chamber is hosting the 2026 Fernie Business Excellence Awards on October 15th. The Awards celebrate the enduring strength and unity of individuals and local businesses. Event Information.

October 23 – Business Excellence Awards, Invermere
The Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce will hold their Business Excellence Awards on October 23, 2026, in Invermere. Event Information.

October 24 – 2026 Creston Valley Business Excellence Awards, Creston
The Creston Valley Chamber of Commerce will celebrate the dedicated members of the Creston business community at the 2026 Business Excellence Awards on October 24. Event Information.

October 24 – Business Excellence Awards, Cranbrook
The Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce is hosting their annual Business Excellence Awards on October 24, 2026. The Awards celebrate local businesses and organizations. Event Information.

October 31 – Annual Halloween Fireworks, Crescent Valley
The Crescent Valley Firefighters Foundation hosts their annual fireworks display and open house for the community on Halloween, where treats and hot chocolate are supplied for attendees as well.