The Effie

Dustin Searcy Comedy Night in Kamloops
2026-02-25 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/comedy-night-in-kamloops-dustin-searcy-tickets-1977414745735

Doors 7:30pm Show 8:00pm

Known for sharp jokes, a cheeky attitude and impatience for idiots, Dustin Searcy (AppleTV, Just For Laughs) brings laughs to Kamloops

AS SEEN ON APPLETV, JUST FOR LAUGHS NORTHWEST AND YUK YUKS, DUSTIN SEARCY HEADLINES THE EFFIE ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25. Featuring a variety of comics doing short sets to open the show.
TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/comedy-night-in-kamloops-dustin-searcy-tickets-1977414745735

Kamloops Burlesque presents My Favourite Things - EARLY SHOW
2026-02-28 19:00 - 20:30 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
19+ showEarly Show – Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

20$ tickets, available on Eventbrite
TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.ca/…/kamloops-burlesque-presents…

Kamloops Burlesque invites you to share in a celebration of our favourite things!
Join us Saturday, February 28th at The Effie Arts Collective as we indulge in the things that bring us joy, warmth, and light as we transition from the dark winter months into the more halcyon days of spring.
Our lineup of local talent includes Sapphie Sprinkle, Lila Honey, Veronica Sass, Babe Maverick and Their Cunt, Coco-A-Gogo, Angel Flame, Clea Max and Fox E, Pinkel Beerwurst, Mona Moore, and Rosie Bubbles!
Dress up and join our best dressed contest to win a sexy prize from our sponsors at Exposed Wax Arts, Studio Micah, and Bigfoot Tattoos!
Join us at The Effie Arts Collective at 422 Tranquille Rd on Saturday Feb 28th for My Favourite Things!

19+ showEarly Show – Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

20$ tickets, available on Eventbrite
TICKETS:https://www.eventbrite.ca/…/kamloops-burlesque-presents…

Sponsored by Bigfoot Tattos, Studio Micah, Exposed Wax Arts, The Book Place, and Infernol Arts!

Kamloops Burlesque presents My Favourite Things - LATE SHOW
2026-02-28 21:30 - 23:00 | British Columbia
19+

Late Show – Doors at 9:00pm, show at 9:30pm

20$ tickets, available on Eventbrite
TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.ca/…/kamloops-burlesque-presents…

Kamloops Burlesque invites you to share in a celebration of our favourite things!
Join us Saturday, February 28th at The Effie Arts Collective as we indulge in the things that bring us joy, warmth, and light as we transition from the dark winter months into the more halcyon days of spring.
Our lineup of local talent includes Sapphie Sprinkle, Lila Honey, Veronica Sass, Babe Maverick and Their Cunt, Coco-A-Gogo, Angel Flame, Clea Max and Fox E, Pinkel Beerwurst, Mona Moore, and Rosie Bubbles!
Dress up and join our best dressed contest to win a sexy prize from our sponsors at Exposed Wax Arts, Studio Micah, and Bigfoot Tattoos!
Join us at The Effie Arts Collective at 422 Tranquille Rd on Saturday Feb 28th for My Favourite Things!

19+

Late Show – Doors at 9:00pm, show at 9:30pm

20$ tickets, available on Eventbrite
TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.ca/…/kamloops-burlesque-presents…

Sponsored by Bigfoot Tattos, Studio Micah, Exposed Wax Arts, The Book Place, and Infernol Arts!

Open Mic Comedy
2026-03-04 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-03-18 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-01 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-15 20:00 - 22:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
Kamloops Comedy Society presents Open Mic Comedy on some Wednesdays (schedule varies) Do you have what it takes to be a comedian? Throw your hat in the ring and tell us a couple jokes or funny stories. Everyone is welcome.
$10 at the door (Free for performers and Eff Buddies)
Doors open at 7:30 and the show starts at 8pm

First Date, Worst Date
2026-03-06 20:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
TICKETS: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/aZXUwRIK_bp0P-Kn
$20+ Fees
Doors 7:30 Comedy 8 pm
First Date, Worst Date is an interactive comedy dating show where nothing stays hidden.
A bachelor or bachelorette takes the stage while contestants compete to win them over using their worst date stories.
Audience submissions, red flags, and awkward confessions—all unfolding live.
Part stand-up, part dating show, part chaos.

Freudian Slips Short Form Improv
2026-03-07 19:00 - 22:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
Tickets: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/aaCBoloZIAUs4o-Z
Kamloops Favourite Improv Troupe is back with their regular Short Form Improv show! Full of short games and long laughs! Bring your ideas and see them come to life!
Minors allowed accompanied by an adult.
Doors 6:30pm Show 7:00pm

THE FREUDIAN SLIPS DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS IMPROV
2026-03-19 19:00 - 21:30, 2026-04-09 19:00 - 21:30 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
TICKETS: coming soon
Minors Allowed Accompanied by an Adult
No Dungeon & Dragons knowledge required, but a love of fantasy and comedy is welcomed!
The Slips will be performing an improvised adventure with our giant 20 sided die and master behind the screen. What will adventure contain? Who will be the hero? Find out with the rest of us!
The Freudian Slips are the hottest Improvised Comedy Troupe in Kamloops! Bringing monthly improv shows to the city in four distinct improv styles, no matter what form they take you are guaranteed a night of hilarity. Expect some new and familiar faces and the same side-splitting humour you’ve come to know since 2015.
Chimera Members are able to buy TWO tickets at Chimera Member Pricing (a savings of ten bucks!). Chimera Memberships are valid for one year. Don’t have a Chimera membership? Purchase one with your tickets at the checkout to get membership pricing on two tickets.
422 Tranquille Rd, Kamloops
Doors 6:30pm; Show 7:00pm
Tickets $20 + fees

SICK AND TWISTED COMEDY
2026-03-20 19:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
SICK AND TWISTED COMEDY

Doors 6:30pm Show 7:00pm
19+ Event
No Refunds

TICKETS:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sick-n-twisted-comedy-one-night-only-tickets-1985199760925

ADVANCE TICKETS:

CAD $20.00

AT THE DOOR:
CAD $25

A hilarious night of uncensored stand-up comedy where nothing is off limits. Three professional comedians delivering an unhinged blend of explosive shock and quick-witted humour for an electric audience with equally sick n twisted minds. Headlining this event is Jessica Pigeau, a hilarious, Vancouver-based stand-up comedian and writer from rural Alberta. With a reputation for crushing every set, she performs at hundreds of shows throughout Western Canada, including the South Rock Comedy Festival and the prestigious Seattle International Comedy Competition. Best known for her rapid-fire delivery, absurd material and unique stage presence, she has been described as “like if George Carlin was a Muppet.” This is a killer act that you don’t want to miss. Next stop is in Kamloops for an unforgettable night of big fun and huge laughs. This 19 plus show is not suitable for those easily offended.

Doors 6:30pm Show 7:00pm
19+ Event
No Refunds

TICKETS:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sick-n-twisted-comedy-one-night-only-tickets-1985199760925

ADVANCE TICKETS:

CAD $20.00

AT THE DOOR:
CAD $25

Hard To Kill Comedy presents The Death Proof Tour Live at The Effie
2026-03-28 20:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
Forged in the hot smoke of the Okanagan Valley, hardened by bad rooms and worse ideas, a desperate thirst for laughs is what keeps them going.Hard to Kill is a three man comedy crew on the run from the Reaper.Andrew Crone, Jordan Strauss and Kyle P. Ferris have been Stand-up comedians for over a decade with collectively thousands of performances! They’ve left audiences in stitches all over the Country and are hitting the road this spring to do it again with The Death Proof Tour.They’re not chasing fame, just laughs and a brief delay of the inevitable.Hard to Kill: The Death Proof Tour will be running through a town near you.
TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hard-to-kill-comedy-presents-the-death-proof-tour-tickets-1982250527689
Doors 7pm Comedy 8pm

nightshades with Mother Sun
2026-04-08 19:30 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
nightshades with Mother Sun

TICKETS: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/aXfz9B3IYCOwi8YZ

Doors 7:00pm Show 7:30pm
Minors Allowed Accompanied by an Adult
$20 + fees

nightshades is a collaborative indie rock band, featuring four esteemed Canadian songwriters (Andrew Judah, Common Fires, DL Ranney, and N.Sherman). In a Beatles-esque timeshare of genre-defying, vibrant music; nightshades’ sound is rich with diverse music exploration, but anchored by melodic hooks and irresistible rhythmic flourish. With all four members swapping vocal and instrumental duties, nightshades’ live show is both visually and sonically dynamic. Complementary (but distinct) timbres, abilities, and songwriting styles blend on-stage in real-time: nightshades assembles a jigsaw puzzle of talent in front of their audience with every performance. Since the band’s inception in early 2023, nightshades has released three full-length records (2025’s ‘Inside Joke’ + ‘Open Secret’, and 2024’s ‘Reducer’), and three EPs (‘It’s Not Weird’, ‘Yellow and Green’, and ‘Very Good Friend’). Opening the show will be Kamloops own dreamrockers Mother Sun

TICKETS: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/aXfz9B3IYCOwi8YZ

Kamloops Burlesque EARLY SHOW
2026-04-11 19:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
Saturday, April 11th. This is our final night in this space.
A space that has held bodies, risks, revelations, and a community that refused to stay small.
For this show, we gather not just to perform… but to bear witness.
To what has been created here.
To what we are carrying forward.
To what we are ready to lay bare.
Bare Witness is a night of bold, embodied performance – where the political meets the personal, where vulnerability and defiance share the same stage. Our lineup of local talent includes Coco-A-Gogo, Clea Max, Babe Maverick and Their Cunt, The Cream Puffs, Macabre Dance, Humphrey Cockburn, The Conjuring, The Rainbow Puffs, Contemporary, and Ivy Nyx. With solo debut’s from Clara Limon, Princess Obsidia, and Morella Panic!
You are not just an audience, you are part of this moment. Join us on stage as part of our best dressed contest to win a prize from our sponsors at Exposed Wax Arts, Studio Micah, and Bigfoot Tattoos
Come close.
Don’t look away.
You are here to witness.
Join us at The Effie Arts Collective at 422 Tranquille Rd on Saturday April 11th for Bare Witness!
19+ show
Early Show – Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
$20 TICKETS:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/kamloops-burlesque-presents-bare-witness-early-show-tickets-1985871683664
Sponsored by Bigfoot Tattos, Studio Micah, Exposed Wax Arts, The Book Place, and Infernol Arts!

Kamloops Burlesque LATE SHOW
2026-04-11 21:30 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
Bodies in motion. Truths laid bare. This is Bare Witness.

Saturday, April 11th. This is our final night in this space.
A space that has held bodies, risks, revelations, and a community that refused to stay small.
For this show, we gather not just to perform… but to bear witness.
To what has been created here.
To what we are carrying forward.
To what we are ready to lay bare.
Bare Witness is a night of bold, embodied performance – where the political meets the personal, where vulnerability and defiance share the same stage. Our lineup of local talent includes Coco-A-Gogo, Clea Max, Babe Maverick and Their Cunt, The Cream Puffs, Macabre Dance, Humphrey Cockburn, The Conjuring, The Rainbow Puffs, Contemporary, and Ivy Nyx. With solo debut’s from Clara Limon, Princess Obsidia, and Morella Panic!
You are not just an audience, you are part of this moment. Join us on stage as part of our best dressed contest to win a prize from our sponsors at Exposed Wax Arts, Studio Micah, and Bigfoot Tattoos
Come close.
Don’t look away.
You are here to witness.
Join us at The Effie Arts Collective at 422 Tranquille Rd on Saturday April 11th for Bare Witness!
19+ show
Late Show – Doors at 9:00pm, show at 9:30pm
$20 TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/kamloops-burlesque-presents-bare-witness-late-show-tickets-1985872777937
Sponsored by Bigfoot Tattos, Studio Micah, Exposed Wax Arts, The Book Place, and Infernol Arts!

Garret T. Willie "Bill's Cafe Tour" Live at The Effie
2026-04-17 19:30 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
Garret T. Willie “Bill’s Cafe Tour”

Minors Allowed Accompanied by an Adult
Doors 7:00pm Show 7:30pm
$20 + fees

TICKETS: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/aYD8GrbnJdjceuPm

Garret T. Willie’s second album Bill’s Café is more than a record —it’s a tribute and a reckoning. Named after his grandfather’s pool hall café in Alert Bay, British Columbia, the album ties his roots to the bright lights of Nashville, where Willie recorded with Grammy-winning producer Tom Hambridge. Bill’s Café is a road map of grit, heart, and soul. Written between late nights, long drives, and Nashville sessions, the album captures the restless spirit of a young artist carrying old-soul blues and rock traditions into the future. With a voice that cuts like hi-beam headlights and guitar playing that shreds without gimmicks, Willie delivers songs about love, loss, addiction, and ambition —truth-telling wrapped in raw energy. At 25, Willie has already proven himself on stage, channelling a lived-in blues power that feels far beyond his years. His performances —often with solos ripped from behind his head or in the middle of the crowd —are shock waves of electric energy. His debut album Same Pain, co-written with Parker Bossley, earned international acclaim, airplay on BBC Radio 2, Top 20 chart placements in the UK and US, two Western Canadian Music Award nominations, Best New Touring Artist nomination atthe Canadian Live Music Industry Awards and tour dates opening for Kenny Wayne Shepherd, John Fogerty, Kingfish, and Joe Bonamassa.

Spring Kings Drag Show
2026-04-18 20:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
You know it! You love it! Spring Kings Drag Show is returning for its 3RD YEAR on Saturday, April 18th at the Effie. Stay after the show and dance all night with beats by DJ Percusshunkidd! Ticket link in bio. Join our unforgettable host Justin Abit and our heart-throb cast featuring the intoxicating Peter Packer from Vernon, and Kamloops’ own, the electric Gene Debender. Prepare yourself for a night full of camp, drama, and jaw dropping performances you won’t want to miss!After the show we’re gonna turn the runway into a dance floor for a deliciously debauched party with beats courtesy of DJ Percusshunkidd.Grab your tickets now and come on out for a night to remember!This event is 19+, valid ID is required for entryTickets: $25 in advance at https://www.kamloopspride.com/events
$30 at the door.Doors: 7:00 pmDrag Show Start: 8:00 pmDance Start: 10:00 pmShow your love and support for our incredible performers! Bring your $5 bills and get ready to make it rain. Don’t worry if you’re short on fives – Kamloops Pride has you covered with cash back and extra bills on hand, ensuring you can tip like a true VIP all night long! Let’s make it a night they’ll never forget!Accessibility:– Gender neutral washrooms– Not wheelchair accessible (ramp is broken), there are 3 steps to get into the venue– Standing room only (very limited seating available for those who need it)– We respect your decision to wear or not wear a mask at our events– Bright and/or strobe lights– Loud music and sounds– Use of fog machines and/or other chemicals or smells– Kamloops Pride volunteers will be available throughout the event to help you with water, calling a cab, or anything else we can.– Some PWYC tickets are available, please reach out to info@kamloopspride.com to inquire

Shaun Kirk Live @ The Effie
2026-04-19 19:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
TICKETS: https://events.humanitix.com/shaun-kirk-live-the-effie-arts-collective-kamloops-bc
$25 +fees
Doors 6:30 Music 7pm
Hailing from the music-filled streets of Melbourne, Australia, Shaun Kirk is an award-winning blues and soul troubadour recognised for his exceptional talent as a born entertainer. His unique talent has not only earned him many accolades but also much praise from fellow artists, such as three-time Grammy Award Winner Fantastic Negrito, who has declared his show as “One of the best one-man shows he’s ever seen!”
Kirk’s vocals exude a gritty, soulful depth that seems to transcend far beyond his years, with critics continually acclaiming him as “one of the finest blues voices Australia has ever heard” (Buzz Mag). Complementing his vocal artistry, Kirk’s vintage guitar tones and raw grooves pay tribute to the timeless influences that have shaped his musical journey, resulting in a distinctive sound fast becoming his own.
Shaun’s musical journey has taken him to stages all over the world, where he’s not only performed but consistently sold out shows, leaving audiences enthralled by his magnetic presence. From iconic festival stages like Bluesfest Byron Bay, where he’s become a familiar name, to sharing the billing with legends like Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin, John Mayer, Paolo Nutini, John Butler Trio, and The Teskey Brothers; Kirk’s artistic prowess is in esteemed company. Moreover, he’s also had the honour of opening for household names such as blues maestro Joe Bonamassa, soul sensation Allen Stone, and the indomitable Beth Hart; further solidifying his place in the landscape of contemporary music. This remarkable journey is a testament to Kirk’s unmatched talent and ability to connect with audiences across genres and generations.
WHAT THE PRESS IS SAYING ABOUT SHAUN KIRK
“It’s rare to see someone bring down the house as an opener, but Australia’s Shaun Kirk did exactly that. He connected with the crowd immediately”– Soundcheck Entertainment, Canada
“One of the most explosive acts Australia has to offer” – Mixdown Magazine, Australia
“My faith in this generation’s music has been restored.” – Dearhead Press
“Simply astounding.” – Forte Magazine, Australia
Doors 6:30 Music 7pm
$25 +fees
TICKETS: https://events.humanitix.com/shaun-kirk-live-the-effie-arts-collective-kamloops-bc

The Freudian Slips 420 Show
2026-04-20 19:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
The Freudian Slips present a smoking hot 420 show to forget – a 420 themed show of Improv that will bring dazed and confused hilarity

16+ Minors Allowed Accompanied by an Adult
STRONG ADULT THEMES
6:30pm Doors
7pm Show

Tickets: app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/adKfQXGIbvk8uJQT

THE HYDRA FEST WEEKENDER - FRIDAY EARLY SHOW
2026-04-24 18:30 - 21:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
THE HYDRA FEST WEEKENDER – FRIDAY EARLY SHOW

The Hydra Festival is back for a weekender party celebrating The Effie Arts Collective’s amazing run of independent artists with a Artist Spotlight. New, local and innovative artists hit the stage for a variety show without compare.

Friday April 24, 2026 EARLY SHOW Doors 6:00pm Show 6:30pm
MINORS ALLOWED ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT
Featuring: Julien Marcano, Sarah Doan, Chris Bose, Jeremy Gutoski, The Dream Agency, Brad Finnen, Spiegel Im Spiegel

TICKETS: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/adCxnXGIbvk8uBRJ

THE HYDRA FEST WEEKENDER - FRIDAY LATE SHOW
2026-04-24 22:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
THE HYDRA FEST WEEKENDER – FRIDAY LATE SHOW

The Hydra Festival is back for a weekender party celebrating The Effie Arts Collective’s amazing run of independent artists with an Artist Showcase. New, local and innovative artists hit the stage for a variety show without compare.

Friday April 24, 2026 LATE SHOW
19+ NO MINORS ALLOWED
Doors 9:30 Show 10pm
Featuring: Alex Hobson, Thom Vernon, Kate Belton, The Kwote, The Soundwriters, Half-Cut Conspiracies, Kamloops Burlesque

TICKETS: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/adC0a3GIbvk8uBkW

THE HYDRA FEST WEEKENDER - SATURDAY SHOWCASE
2026-04-25 18:30 - 22:00 | The Effie, 422 Tranquille Road, Kamloops, British Columbia, V2B 3G8, Canada
THE HYDRA FEST WEEKENDER – SATURDAY SHOWCASE
The Hydra Festival is back for a weekender party celebrating The Effie Arts Collective’s amazing run of independent artists with an Artist Showcase. New, local and innovative artists hit the stage for a variety show without compare.

SATURDAY SHOWCASE
April 25, 2026
Doors 6:00pm Show 6:30pm
19+ MINORS NOT ALLOWED

Featuring: Matt Baker, Amanda Rose, Pâte à Crêpes, Lia Bennet, Humphrey Cockburn, Bill McLean, Gene Debender, Freudian Slips Improv, and Rob Wikstrom

TICKETS: https://app.ticketowl.io/aCS6dbYjvdJ0dlx3/event/adC2nHGIbvk8uB3k
