Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? The sounds, sights, and smells of the holiday season are spreading through the valley as Kelowna Christmas markets and events kick off in early November.

During the festive season, talented artisans, crafters, and makers from the region come together at holiday markets, offering up an array of unique items perfect for gifts and stocking stuffers. Local businesses get in on the holiday fun, too, hosting an assortment of events—from hands on workshops and paint nights to holiday concerts and musical theatre—for Christmas lovers of all ages. 

Read on to find out more about the not-to-be-missed Christmas markets and holiday events in and around Kelowna that are taking place in the coming weeks.


November 14 - 20

Group Walking on Bernard Avenue - Winter

Markets
  • It's Christmas at the Laurel | November 14 & 15 | The Laurel Packinghouse
  • CCFO Marché de Noël / Christmas Fair 2025 | November 15 | Le Centre culturel francophone de l'Okanagan (CCFO) 
  • 26th Annual Christmas Craft Fair | November 15 | Central Okanagan United Church
  • Ponderosa Fibre Art Guild Annual Artisan Sale | November 15 | First Baptist Church Kelowna
  • Annual Holiday Sale | November 15 | Clayline Pottery Studio
  • Okanagan Artists Coalition Holiday Art Show and Sale | November 15 & 16 | Sandhill Wines
Events

 

November 21 - 27

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Market at the Rotary Centre for the Arts. Image credit: Darren Hull Studios

Markets
  • Holiday Magic Market at RCA 2025 | November 21 & 22 | Rotary Centre for the Arts
  • It's Christmas at the Red Barn | November 22 | Red Barn
  • 17th Annual Christmas Extravaganza | November 22 | Rutland Centennial Hall
  • Winter Moon Vintage Market | November 23 | The Laurel Packinghouse
  • Buffalo Rouge Holiday Mini Market | November 27 | Buffalo Rouge Brewing
Events

 

November 28 - December 4

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Downtown Kelowna Winter Street Market. Image credit: Darren Hull Studios

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Events

 

December 5 - 11

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Meadow Vista Honey Wines. Image credit: Kirsten Taylor

Markets
  • Indigenous Crafters' Christmas Market | December 8 | Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society
Events


December 12 - 18

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Image credit: Darren Hull Studios

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December 19 - 25

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Image credit: Darren Hull Studios

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Stay tuned to our Winter Holiday Events calendar for more events as they are confirmed throughout November and December. 

As you #exploreKelowna and get into the holiday season, be sure to share your adventures with us on social media by tagging @tourismkelowna.