There are wineries, and then there are experiences that take you somewhere else entirely. Just a 15-minute scenic drive from downtown Kelowna, The View Winery & Wards Cidery is one of those rare places where time slows down and every glass tells the story of the land it came from.

Set in a century-old apple packinghouse surrounded by old-growth orchards, a visit here isn't just a tasting — it's a step back into a simpler, more unhurried way of life.

A Taste of Something Real

Walk through the doors of The View and you're immediately immersed in an active cellar — the sights, sounds and aromas of wine and cidermaking happening all around you. This is what estate-grown, authentically crafted means in practice. Every bottle of wine and every can of Wards Cider begin right here, in these orchards, on this land that the family has tended since 1918.

Tastings are relaxed and genuinely friendly — no pretension, no pressure. Just passionate people sharing wines and ciders they're proud of, in a space that feels more like a family farm than a tourist stop.

Step outside and you'll find picnic tables and cozy fire tables nestled among majestic apple trees — the perfect place to linger over a glass of crisp sparkling wine or a flight of their estate crafted ciders, paired with an Orchard Bites charcuterie box loaded with local flavours.

Celebrate Mom in the Orchard

Mother's Day Picnic | May 10, 2026

This Mother's Day, skip the crowded brunch and do something truly memorable. The View Winery is hosting a Mother's Day Picnic in the Orchard — a beautiful, relaxed celebration under the canopy of old-growth apple trees in full spring bloom.

Your Mother's Day Picnic Package includes:

• A welcome Mimosa made with The View's own Blanc de Blanc traditional method sparkling wine
• An "Orchard Bites" charcuterie picnic box — artisan cheeses, cured meats, local preserves and accompaniments.
• 15% discount on all wine and cider purchases throughout the day
• Wine Club Member pricing available

Bringing the little ones? Kids' mini charcuterie box + juice box available for just $10.

Live music fills the orchard from 1–3 pm with the beloved Carr Family Band, setting the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of laughter, great sips, and making memories with the people who matter most.

Happy hour pricing applies on additional glasses or flights of cider, and lawn games are on hand for all ages.

Sunday Fundays in the Orchard

Every Sunday, May through September

The fun doesn't stop after Mother's Day. All summer long, Sunday Fundays bring the orchard to life every Sunday from 1–3 pm, May through September.

Each week features:

• Free live music — local artists performing in the orchard
• Wine, cider flights, and refreshing slushies
• Snacks to fuel the afternoon
• Fun outdoor lawn games for the whole group

Whether you're a local looking for your new favourite Sunday ritual or a visitor wanting to experience the real Okanagan, this is where summer happens. Bring your friends, your family, your dog, and your appetite for a good time.
 

Estate Grown. Authentically Crafted. Genuinely Welcoming.

What sets The View Winery and Wards Cidery apart isn't just the quality of what's in the glass — though the award-winning aromatic whites, fruit-forward reds, and handcrafted ciders speak for themselves. It's the authenticity of the experience. This is a family farm and winery that has called East Kelowna home for over a century, and that history is woven into every visit.

Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast, a cider lover, or simply someone who appreciates beauty, good food, and genuine hospitality, there's something for everyone at The View Winery.