Celebrating National Volunteer Week
Tourism Kelowna is once again celebrating National Volunteer Week (NVW), which runs from April 19–25, 2026 and this year, falls within the International Year of Volunteers (IYV) . …
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The pulse of Kelowna’s tourism community—all in one place
Tourism Kelowna is once again celebrating National Volunteer Week (NVW), which runs from April 19–25, 2026 and this year, falls within the International Year of Volunteers (IYV) . …
Read MoreOver the past year, our retail program has evolved to bring the refreshed Kelowna brand to life through a more aligned and intentional approach. Guided by the brand's updated visual language and storytelling, our organization has introduced new merchandise to extend Kelowna’s story beyond the visit…
Read MoreIn a destination as vibrant as Kelowna, visibility matters. And when it comes to putting your business directly in front of visitors, few opportunities are as powerful—or as effortless—as the Kelowna Visitor Centre window display…
Read MoreAs we head into a new year, we are inviting passionate locals to join our Community & Visitor Engagement volunteer program, delivering memorable first impressions and exceptional service, strengthening community pride, and playing an important role in responsible destination stewardship…
Read MoreTourism Kelowna is excited to share that the 6th annual Love for Kelowna Day will return on Saturday, September 27, aligning with World Tourism Day to shine a spotlight on our community and the diverse tourism experiences that our city has to offer…
Read MoreLove for Kelowna Day celebrates who we are and where we live—it's also the perfect opportunity to increase awareness and celebrate the importance of our region's tourism industry…
Read MoreTourism Kelowna Members, as well as other businesses or organizations hosting events for visitors and locals, are encouraged to submit their events to Tourism Kelowna's online calendar as an additional avenue for promotion…
Read MoreWe are pleased to share some exciting updates from our Community & Visitor Engagement team, who are the face of our organization at the Kelowna Visitor Centre, providing welcoming service and connecting travellers with local tourism businesses to increase spending and disperse visitors throughout the region. …
Read MoreWorld Tourism Day, celebrated annually on September 27 since 1980, is designated by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) to create "awareness of tourism’s social, cultural, political, and economic value and the contribution that the sector can make towards reaching the Sustainable Development Goals." …
Read MoreIn addition to providing service to visitors and locals, our Community & Visitor Engagement team regularly hosts activations at the Kelowna Visitor Centre. The team also travels in and around Kelowna, providing mobile visitor services at numerous community events. Read on to discover what we've been up to over the past month…
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