#exploreKelowna Blog

Your guide to the best Okanagan experiences for visitors and locals

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A Festive Family Holiday in Kelowna with Ashley Kizito

The holiday season in Kelowna has a special kind of magic, especially when experienced together as a family. Downtown streets glow with festive lights, familiar holiday stories come to life on stage, and the lakefront takes on a calm, wintry charm that invites you to slow down and savour the moment…

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Best Indoor and Rainy Day Family Activities in Kelowna

Kelowna is known for outdoor adventure—swimming, paddling, cycling and hiking in summer, and skiing, snowshoeing and fat biking in winter. But sometimes Mother Nature throws a curve ball, such as a downpour or blustery snowstorm. When that happens, seek adventure indoors at the following spots…

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Kelowna Family Dining: Parent Centric, Kid Approved

Don’t get me wrong, I love popcorn shrimp and gourmet burgers, but sometimes I want to choose the location for family dinner out. With two small kids, my husband and I aren’t often in charge of that decision. Recently we’ve stumbled on a couple of dining options that strike a balance, kid friendly options at adult centric restaurants (who happen to be totally family friendly!)…

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