Kelowna's must-try drinks are made with what grows here. Craft cocktails mixed with house-made syrups and local spirits, fruit-forward ciders pressed from Okanagan apples and peaches, easy-drinking craft beer, award-winning whisky and gin, and zero-proof sodas made from family-farm fruit…
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Kelowna's food scene is a feast for all the senses, and if you're wondering what to eat in Kelowna, the answer isn't one restaurant, it's fifteen. From a whiskey hazelnut scoop at a downtown ice cream shop to a wine-paired seafood gnocchi at one of the city's most elevated tables, this list moves through breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert, casual patios and special-occasion nights…
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Fall is one of the best times to visit Kelowna's wineries, with harvest-season tastings, vineyard tours, and seasonal pairings running across Kelowna, West Kelowna, and Lake Country in September, October, and November…
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Apple picking is one of the coziest ways to spend a fall day in the Okanagan Valley. The valley's rich soil and climate make it well-suited to growing apples, which have become one of the region's signature crops, with a few well-loved varieties tracing their roots back here. Every fall, that history comes to life through one of the region's favourite traditions: apple picking, with U-Pick orchards opening their rows across West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country…
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Fall is a beautiful time to visit Kelowna and the surrounding valley. Harvest season is in full swing, with apples, pears, pumpkins, and late-season plums ready to be picked. The agricultural industry flourishes at this time of year, offering visitors the chance to not only taste the bounty but also experience it firsthand through orchard strolls, farm markets, and even a classic apple u-pick. What makes this season even more special is the legacy of family-owned farms and orchards, where generations have worked the land and welcomed locals and visitors to share in their traditions…
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From October 30 to November 1, 2026, some of the biggest names in figure skating touch down in Kelowna, British Columbia, as Prospera Place hosts the 2026 Skate Canada International. It's the second stop on the ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating series, bringing more than 50 top athletes, including Olympians and World medallists, to compete in men's, women's, pairs, and ice dance for points toward the Grand Prix Final in Chongqing, China. And you can watch it all right here in Kelowna…
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Kelowna is known for its lake, its trails, and its vineyard views, but the Okanagan Valley has just as much to offer under a roof. Whether you're looking to get out of the midday sun, keep a group entertained after a long morning outdoors, or simply want a change of pace, Kelowna, West Kelowna, and Lake Country are packed with indoor experiences: climbing gyms, art galleries, wine tasting rooms, escape rooms, and more. Here's where to go, organized by the kind of fun you're after…
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The Okanagan Valley has seen its share of landmark moments, but this summer brings something the region has never experienced before. From June 26 to July 4, 2026, Kelowna becomes the centre of the Canadian Football League (CFL) universe as the BC Lions bring two regular-season home games to the Apple Bowl Stadium. Throw in nine days of live concerts, waterfront celebrations, and community events, and the calendar is packed from the first concert to the final whistle…
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Football fever is coming to the Okanagan. From June 26 to July 4, 2026, Touchdown Kelowna transforms the city into a nine-day celebration of the Canadian Football League (CFL), including live music, community events, and everything the Okanagan does best. The BC Lions will host two regular-season games at a transformed Apple Bowl, and the energy will extend well beyond game day into the streets, patios, and waterfront of downtown Kelowna and the Okanagan Valley…
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Kelowna is hosting the 2026 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota from May 21 to 31, marking the first major event in what's shaping up to be a landmark year of sport for the city. Whether you have tickets to a game or you're just planning to soak up the atmosphere, there's a lot happening across Kelowna and the Okanagan Valley, and this guide will help you make the most of it…
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