Dandelion Wellness Festival

Salmo Dandelion Festival

Come Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend

May 9th & 10th, 2026
For-rest retreat is located in beautiful Salmo, BC. Thirty minutes south of Nelson.

The Salmo Dandelion Festival is dedicated to fostering wellness and community connection. Set in the tranquil surroundings of Salmo BC, our festival brings together a diverse range of wellness practitioners, offering workshops, treatments, and community events. Our mission is to inspire and empower individuals towards a healthier lifestyle through engaging and educational events that promote holistic well-being.

The yurt at For-rest Retreat
  • Affordable Wellness workshops
  • Sauna by donation
  • Free Community events
  • Treatments
  • A huge variety of local wellness practitioners
  • Wellness vendors
  • Nutritious food vendors
  • 1 hour workshops $15-$20
  • 20 – 30 minute treatments $30 – $40
  • Entry by Donation
  • Forest Trails
  • Space for Camping onsite
yoga in theyurt

Available Accommodations

Book one of our onsite accommodations

The Casita

1 queen bed, kitchen, detached bathroom with shower.

$85/night

The Casita

The Caravan

1 queen bed and 1 twin futon, kitchen, attached bathroom with shower & composting toilet.
$120/night

The Caravan

The Cabin

1 queen bed, 1 double futon, 2-3 twin mattresses in the loft. Off – grid, 10 minute hike to access, outhouse. Shower access.
$150/night

keystone cabin