#exploreKelowna Blog

Peach harvest is one of my favourite times of the year as I love creating drinks with fresh, juicy Okanagan peaches.

It's amazing to have places of raw, natural wonder just minutes from the heart of downtown Kelowna.

Wine connoisseurs speak of sweetness, acidity, tannin, fruit and body when describing wines. But the perfect wine-tasting experience shares another characteristic: a great view.

One huge benefit of the Kelowna lifestyle is the availability of fresh produce and fruit at countryside markets and fruit stands. The Okanagan climate provides a long, hot growing season well suited to tree fruits, vegetable gardens and vineyards.

Myra-Bellevue Provincial Park has one of the largest networks of singletrack trails in the Kelowna area, the trail network is known as Crawford Trails, named after the nearby waterfall and quaint neighbourhood the park borders. Along the way to the trailhead, you’ll see horses and farm stables nestled in the hills, orchards, and wineries.

Kelowna has a vibrant and diverse music scene filled with highly-talented artists and plenty of great shows, but it’s not every night that you can catch Order of Canada recipients and JUNO nominees performing for FREE! However, on Wednesday, August 16th, you can do just that.

Okanagan Feast of Fields takes place this year on Sunday, August 13th and truly is one of the foodie events of the year. Each year at this movable feast, the Okanagan’s best chefs, farmers, artisans and wine and drink makers gather together on a beautiful farm.

Sample and learn the craft of locally made wine, spirits, beer and cider on the Grapes to Grains Trail. This diverse tasting trail is open year-round and can be explored by foot, bicycle, long board, or vehicle.

From Kelowna's Waterfront Boardwalk to locally owned restaurants to the many events, Kelowna's downtown core has many sights, tastes and experiences to be had.

Want to show off your athletic skills? We've got 5 great ideas for a sporty date that won't break the bank: