Get $1500 in advertising for just $1000—plus guaranteed exposure on Tourism Kelowna’s website, blog, and social media.

Culture Spots Icon - BlackKelowna’s arts and culture scene is the heartbeat of our community and we’re proud to share it. The Culture Spots program highlights the creators, performers, storytellers, and spaces that bring colour and character to our city. From galleries and murals to live music and cultural festivals, this program helps connect visitors to the authentic experiences that make Kelowna unforgettable. Let’s inspire curiosity, spark connection, and celebrate creativity—together.

Why Join the 2026 Culture Spots Program?

  • $1000 investment = $1500 advertising value (with 50% matched by Tourism Kelowna)
  • NEW Print Brochure
  • Guaranteed blog and social media features
  • Enhanced listing and premium homepage position for promotion 
  • Exposure to 175K+ engaged followers and 22K newsletter subscribers

New This Year:

  • Print Brochure
    • Similar to the 2025 Farm Spots brochure, in 2026 a print brochure will be created to highlight the Must-Visit Culture Spots in and around Kelowna participating in the program
    • 5,000 minimum printed, distributed through the Kelowna Visitor Centre, Kelowna International Airport, participating businesses, and other Tourism Kelowna member businesses

Proven Results from 2025

In 2025, the collaborative advertising campaign included Vancouver is Awesome, Meta advertising, Castanet, and Kelowna10.

This program delivered targeted, seasonal marketing through trusted outlets ensuring Kelowna's story was seen by audiences with a high intent to explore, sip, and savour local. 2026 will include similar tactics

Program Details

  • Sign-Up Deadline: May 31, 2026
  • Run Dates: June – December 2026
  • Who should participate? Galleries, performing arts, event producers, museums, etc.
  • Cost:
    •  $1,000 + GST for members ($1,200 for non-members)

What's Included

  • Seasonal, collaborative advertising campaign reaching local, regional & western Canadian audiences in outlets like (not limited to):
    • Western Living
    • BC Living
    • Vancouver is Awesome
    • Castanet
    • Kelowna10
    • Social media ads through Tourism Kelowna channels
  • Premium placement on TourismKelowna.com including additional, enhanced listing on the Culture Spots page.
  • Guaranteed mentions on the #exploreKelowna blog
  • Organic social media post, dedicated to your business, on Tourism Kelowna channels (over 195,000 audience)

For questions or to reserve your spot, contact Jacqui Dowling, Membership & Industry Development, at jacqui@tourismkelowna.com.

Let’s work together to share the story of our region’s vibrant arts and culture scene.