June 24, 6:30 pm No booking needed - just show up at the door Dinner from 5 pm - book your table _ Every fourth Wednesday of the month, we’re bringing a little nod to the long history of dance nights at The Boathouse ✨ Join us for a social evening of swing dancing featuring Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa, Blues and Collegiate Shag, with DJ jazz and swing music from the 1920s–1940s. They’ll also be offering a free swing dance…
Saturday June 20, 7:30 pm Tickets HERE Dinner from 5 pm - book your table now - The Jive Tones bring the spirit of the 1950s alive with their upbeat 50’s Dance Experience. Dynamic male and female duo known for rich harmonies and timeless rock and roll classics. From Elvis and Buddy Holly to Connie Francis and Brenda Lee, they recreate the energy and fun of a 50s dance night. Come in your retro finest — whether it’s a poodle…
Friday June 19, 7:30 pm Tickets HERE Dinner from 5 pm - book your table now _ Step into the timeless magic of Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton with this nationally touring tribute show. Celebrating the iconic duets and solo hits that defined a generation, this two-hour show brings to life the best of Kenny and Dolly—from “Islands in the Stream” to “Jolene” and from “9 to 5” to “The Gambler.” Filled with heartfelt harmonies and authentic flair. The evening…
Wednesday July 8, 7 pm Dinner from 5-7 - book now _ Milonga Social Dance Evening Join us for an evening of social dancing at The Boathouse. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, Milonga brings together Nelson’s tango community for a welcoming evening of music, movement, and connection in a relaxed waterfront setting. Whether you're dancing or simply enjoying the atmosphere, all are welcome.
Wednesday June 3, 7 pm Dinner from 5-7 - book now _ Milonga Social Dance Evening Join us for an evening of social dancing at The Boathouse. Held on the first Wednesday of every month, Milonga brings together Nelson’s tango community for a welcoming evening of music, movement, and connection in a relaxed waterfront setting. Whether you're dancing or simply enjoying the atmosphere, all are welcome.
Friday June 12 Tickets HERE Dinner from 5 pm, music from 6-9 pm Free for members (Koha for artist encouraged) | $10 on the door and Humanitix _ Legendary Locals returns 🎶 This time we're shining the spotlight on a familiar face around The Boathouse, Rod O-Live. A much-loved member, performer, and entertainer, his repertoire stretches from Elvis and Billy Joel to Phantom of the Opera and beyond. Join us for a relaxed Friday evening of live music, good company, and…
Friday June 5 Tickets HERE Dinner from 5 pm, music from 6-9 pm Free for members (Koha for artist encouraged) | $10 on the door and Humanitix _ Legendary Locals returns 🎶 Join us for another easy Friday evening by the water. The Back of Beyond Duo, featuring Craig Denham and Nathan Torvik, delivers a vibrant, genre-blending musical journey that feels like a warm, sunlit ramble through wild and wonderful landscapes. With Craig’s expressive accordion, piano keys, whistles, foot percussion,…
Tuesday June 2, 5:30 Koha entry, students and unwaged free. Dinner from 5 pm - book your table _ For thousands of years, Polynesian navigators crossed the largest ocean on Earth without compasses, sextants, or modern maps. How did they do it? Join us for a multimedia presentation exploring the astonishing story of Polynesian ocean exploration — a voyage of courage, science, navigation, and human endurance that changed the Pacific forever. “Polynesian Odyssey – The Greatest Ocean Exploration in Human…
Friday May 29, music from 6-9 pm Free for members / $10 HERE or on the door. Dinner from 5 pm - book your table now _ A special evening celebrating Nelson musicians and local talent, curated by Craig Prichard & Friends. Featuring six performances by local artists, the evening highlights the diversity and richness of Nelson’s music scene through a mix of artists and styles.
The Boathouse Society 40th Anniversary Join us from 5 pm for a special evening bringing together members, supporters, artists, local businesses and the wider Nelson community to celebrate the past, present and future of The Boathouse. Expect local tastings, grazing food, music and atmosphere, historical displays and storytelling, a preview of the upcoming Boathouse book project, and a celebration of the many people and moments that have shaped The Boathouse over the past 40 years. Free event — RSVP HERE