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A home for arts, music, education and entertainment in the Okanagan. Located in the heart of Kelowna's Cultural District, the Centre is a focal point in the growing downtown area, a place where people of all ages can meet, be inspired and learn about the arts. The Centre houses the 326-seat Mary Irwin Theatre, resident artist studios, pottery studio, galleries, dance studio, meeting rooms, box office, bistro and more. Please contact us for events, course information and room rentals.

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  • Description Rotary Centre for the Arts, a distinctive space for special events, theatre, visual arts and music, officially opened November 2, 2002. This $6.8M project was funded by the City of Kelowna, the Province and the Federal Government. There have also been significant individual contributions, along with donations from special interest groups. The Centre was named after the Rotary Clubs for their extensive fundraising efforts of $350,000. The Rotary Centre for the Arts is a 44,000 square foot building. The beams are part of the original city owned Growers Building. We have 8 artist studios with artwork for sale.
  • Largest Room 104
  • Total Sq. Ft. 44
  • Reception Capacity 500
  • Theatre Capacity 326
  • Number of Rooms 5
Mar 28

Jazz Jam

Recurring weekly on Thursday until April 25, 2024

Rotary Centre for the Arts

Join us at the Jazz Jam with your hosts, Craig Thomson and Stephen Buck.

At the Jam, local jazz musicians, both...

Apr 04

IWC Writing Workshop

Dates vary between December 7, 2023 - April 4, 2024

Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art

Join the IWC collective for a night of editing and peer review. This workshop invites writers at all stages to engage...

Apr 09

UBC Okanagan Three Minute Thesis Final 2024

April 9, 2024

Mary Irwin Theatre

Graduate students will take centre stage – competing for their share of $6,000 in prize money. Their challenge?...

Apr 14

Paul Romhany - Enchantments Unveiled

April 14, 2024

Rotary Centre for the Arts

Originally from New Zealand Paul Romhany is an award winning magician who has brought laughter and amazement to people...

Apr 14

Stories Around The World

April 14, 2024

Rotary Centre for the Arts

A Storytelling Festival for the whole family!

Stories Around The World features cultural storytellers and interactive...

May 04

RCA Presents: The Comic Strippers | 19+

May 4, 2024

Mary Irwin Theatre

Saturday May 4th 2024 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Mary Irwin Theatre | $51
Intermission: 20 minutes
Rating: 19+

A...

May 24

Under the Rocks: Album Release Concert

May 24, 2024

Mary Irwin Theatre

Friday, May 24th | 7:30 pm - 9:45 pm | Mary Irwin Theatre | $35
Intermission: Yes

Hailing from Kelowna, Under...

Aug 10

TAYOS w/Misplaced Intentions

August 10, 2024

Rotary Centre for the Arts

Tayos is coming to your city.
If you think that sounds good, WAIT there's more!!!
They have invited their friends...