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Apple Picking in Kelowna: U-Pick Orchards & Fruit Stands in the Okanagan Valley

By Darby Svendsen on Sep. 10, 2026

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 Activities in Kelowna: An Okanagan Bucket List

By Tourism Kelowna on Sep. 03, 2026

As the leaves turn golden and the air takes on a crisp edge, fall activities in Kelowna and the Okanagan Valley are all about slowing down and savouring the season. There are a few things worth doing every fall, from cycling the Myra Canyon Trestles to sipping the local wine. Be sure to check off one or more of the items on this Okanagan fall bucket list to elevate the season…

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Cherry Picking in Kelowna | U-Pick Orchards & Markets

By Tourism Kelowna on Jul. 14, 2026

Cherry season typically runs from early July through late July in Kelowna and the Okanagan Valley, with u-pick orchards and roadside markets open across Kelowna, West Kelowna and Lake Country. Most locals who grew up in the valley remember those carefree summer days, once school let out and the fruit on the neighbourhood trees turned ripe. That time of year rolls around every summer, and it still feels like an Okanagan rite of passage…

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Move, Fuel, Repeat: Exploring Kelowna’s Fitness Scene While You Travel

By Raegan Hedley on Feb. 26, 2026

Wondering how to stay fit while travelling? You’ve come to the right place. Here are some ways you can build a little balance into your Kelowna vacation. Drop-In Fitness and Unique Studio Experiences Many people think of outdoor adventures when they think of Kelowna, but we also have a variety of…

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