October at Kolm Kontrast: From Live Music to Halloween After Hours
October is a big month at Kolm Kontrast. As the weather cools down across Vancouver, the sauna, cold plunge and social space at Kolm are heating up with a full schedule of events throughout the month.
Live Music with Tim Claridge — October 1
The October lineup begins with live music. Every Thursday afternoon, from 3 to 5pm, Kolm will feature live acoustic performances alongside its sauna and cold-plunge experience.
The month begins with folk artist Tim Claridge on October 1, bringing live music into the sauna and cold-plunge experience.
Cinematic Aufguss: Interstellar — October 3
On Saturday afternoons, Kolm is also bringing back its Cinematic Aufguss series. The themed sauna shows take inspiration from some well-known films and television favourites.
October 3 is dedicated to Interstellar, combining music, lighting, steam and performance to create a more theatrical sauna experience.
Live Music with Kay Brette — October 8
The Thursday live music series continues on October 8 with indie-folk artist Kay Brette.
Guests can enjoy the live acoustic performance from 3 to 5pm alongside their sauna and cold-plunge experience. It’s a relaxed way to spend an afternoon while enjoying something a little different from a standard sauna session.
Live Music with Kurt — October 15
On October 15, violinist Kurt takes over the Thursday afternoon live music session from 3 to 5pm.
The combination of live violin, sauna heat and cold plunges offers another way to experience Kolm while slowing down and enjoying the space.
Singles Social at Kolm Kontrast — October 15
There are several events in October aimed at bringing people together, too.
The Singles Social takes place on October 15, giving guests an opportunity to meet new people in a more relaxed setting than the typical bar or dating event.
Cinematic Aufguss: Game of Thrones — October 17
The Cinematic Aufguss series returns on October 17 with a Game of Thrones-inspired sauna experience.
Music, lighting, steam and performance come together to transform a traditional sauna session into something more immersive and theatrical.
Women’s Self-Love Night — October 19
October 19 features a clothing-optional women’s night focused on self-love and relaxation.
The evening offers a comfortable space to unwind, slow down and enjoy Kolm’s sauna and cold-plunge experience.
Date Night Couple’s Class — October 20
Couples can book the Date Night Couple’s Class on October 20.
The experience includes guided heat and cold sessions as well as co-meditation, creating a different kind of date night centred around connection and shared experiences.
After Hours: Elderbrook x Lane8 — October 22
For those who prefer their sauna sessions with a soundtrack, Kolm’s After Hours events take centre stage later in the month.
October 22 features an Elderbrook x Lane8-themed playlist, bringing electronic music into the sauna, cold-plunge and social experience.
Cinematic Aufguss: Star Wars — October 24
The final Cinematic Aufguss of the month takes place on October 24 with a Star Wars-inspired session.
Guests can expect another combination of themed music, lighting, steam and performance as the October Cinematic Aufguss series comes to an end.
EDM Aufguss Show — October 24
October 24 also features an Aufguss Show with EDM, lighting effects and theatrical elements.
The session brings together traditional Aufguss techniques with a more energetic soundtrack and visual experience.
Resonance Ritual: Sound + Sage — October 26
There’s also a quieter option on October 26 with Resonance Ritual: Sound + Sage.
The guided sound-healing session is centred around reflection and intention, offering a slower and more meditative experience during a busy month of events.
After Hours with DJ TANNIIX — October 30
Halloween weekend begins on October 30, when live house DJ TANNIIX provides the music for a special After Hours session.
Guests can move between the sauna, cold plunge and social spaces while enjoying a live house soundtrack ahead of Halloween night.
Halloween After Hours — October 31
The month concludes on October 31 with Halloween After Hours.
The event gives guests the chance to celebrate Halloween while moving between Kolm’s sauna, cold-plunge and social spaces, wrapping up a month filled with music, performances and community events.
With music, themed experiences, guided sessions and plenty of opportunities to meet people, October gives Kolm Kontrast a distinctly social—and slightly theatrical—feel. For anyone looking to try something beyond a traditional sauna visit this fall, the October calendar offers plenty of options.