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Fresh vintages, vineyard views, and seasonal flavours come together during the Spring Okanagan Wine Festival, a beloved event celebrating the arrival of spring across the Okanagan Valley. Held each year in May, the festival highlights newly released wines from wineries throughout the region while welcoming visitors to experience the beauty of wine country as the vineyards come back to life.

The festival creates a lively and welcoming atmosphere as wine lovers gather to explore tastings, vineyard experiences, and special events hosted by wineries across the valley. With blossoms in bloom and patios opening for the season, it’s an ideal time to discover the flavours and scenery that make the Okanagan one of Canada’s premier wine destinations.

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Spring Okanagan Wine Festival

When: May 1 - 10, 2026
Where: Wineries across the Okanagan Valley
Event Type: Wine Festival
More Information: Visit the official Okanagan Wine Festival website

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What to Expect

The Spring Okanagan Wine Festival features a variety of events hosted by wineries, restaurants, and venues across the region. Visitors can enjoy guided tastings, winemaker dinners, vineyard experiences, and themed wine events showcasing newly released vintages. The festival offers a unique opportunity to meet winemakers, explore different wine regions, and celebrate the start of the spring wine season.

Plan Your Visit to Kelowna

Planning to attend the Spring Okanagan Wine Festival? Make Kelowna your home base while exploring the valley’s wineries. Discover things to do in Kelowna, enjoy tastings at nearby vineyards, and find places to stay in Kelowna while experiencing the flavours of the Okanagan Valley.