November in Kelowna

Similar to March, November is a bit of a transition month, with ski hills opening and the transition to winter fun and the holiday season slowly beginning towards the end of the month. Read on to find out more about what you can discover and what to expect in and around Kelowna when visiting at this time of year.

Explore Kelowna's Local Coffee Scene

^{Third Space Cafe (Credit: Studio Iverson)}

As the weather cools down, what better way to warm up than to explore all of the local coffee shops in and around Kelowna? There are numerous independent shops serving classics and seasonal favourites (PSL, anyone?!). Several of Kelowna's coffee shops roast their own beans—Bean Scene Coffeeworks, Bright Jenny Coffee, and EuroBean are a few. Many of the local shops—Bliss Bakery & Bistro, Sprout Bread, and Bread Co., for instance—all have delectable treats to satisfy your sweet tooth, too. 

Find out more about Kelowna's coffee shops through our blog.

Immerse Yourself in Arts and Culture

^{Rotary Centre for the Arts}

Fall is a wonderful time to explore Kelowna’s arts and culture offerings, particularly on cool, wet days since most options are indoors. In downtown Kelowna, you’ll find several galleries, performing arts groups and theatres, and museums, all within a short walk of each other.

To kick off its 2023/24 season, Ballet Kelowna will present its mixed program, Rising Action, at the Kelowna Community Theatre on November 3 and 4—the program will include "Kirsten Wicklund’s exhilarating The Forever Part, Simone Orlando’s soulful Studies of Cash, a tribute to country legend Johnny Cash, and the world premiere of Jake Poloz’s cathartic The Royal We."

At the end of the month, Kelowna Actors' Studio will close out its 2023 season with the family favourite, Wizard of Oz, bringing the classic songs that audience members know and love to the musical theatre stage from November 29 to December 17, while the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra will host a few shows throughout the month at venues in and around Kelowna as part of its 2023/24 season.

Explore more of Kelowna’s arts and culture offerings.

Kick off the Holiday Season

^{Quails' Gate Estate Winery (Credit: Wines of British Columbia)}

November is the unofficial start to the holiday season and Kelowna definitely gets into the season's spirit! Families can make their way to Centennial Park on November 25 to say hello to Jolly Ol' Saint Nick at the annual Rutland Winter Light Up, complete with local vendors, live entertainment, and the lighting of the giant tree.

Holiday markets also kick off in November, with an array of local vendors offering unique items that will make the perfect gift for loved ones (or yourself!)—stay tuned to our online events calendar for more details as markets are announced.

Local Events

Remembrance Day

• The Okanagan Military Museum is hosting an open house on November 11 in recognition of Remembrance Day. Visit to learn more about the Okanagan men and women who served. 

Sporting Events

• Take in the 2023 Pan Continental Curling Championships, hosted by the World Curling Federation at the Kelowna Curling Club from October 29 to November 4.
• Cheer on the Kelowna Rockets during one of their November home games, which are taking place throughout the month at Prospera Place. 

Live Music and Comedy

• Two-time JUNO Award-winning rock band The Glorious Sons will bring the house down at Prospera Place on November 11. 
• Canadian Country Music legends Paul Brandt and Terri Clark are joining forces for their Homecoming Tour '23, which will make a stop in Kelowna on November 13 and 14. 
• Later in the month, on November 24, the country tunes will be flowing again as Brett Kissel takes the stage as part of The Compass Tour.

Weather

The weather continues to cool in November, which is often one of the rainiest months of the year—this precipitation accumulates as snow in the hills and mountains surrounding the city. Average temperatures for the month are 6°C / 42°F on the high end and -2°C / 27°F on the low end, so you'll want to make sure you have warm layers to adjust based on the day. Remember that temperatures will be cooler near the lake and at higher elevations, so prepare accordingly if you’re exploring outdoors. There will be a fair number of cloudy days throughout the month, but this means you get to enjoy a different perspective of the stunning views Kelowna is so well known for. You can monitor current conditions through the live webcam at the Kelowna Visitor Centre. 

Helpful Planning Resources

^{Shawn Talbot Photography}

Plan a purposeful and rewarding trip to Kelowna by using the resources available on our website:

• Use our itinerary-builder to keep track of things to do and to plan out your schedule.
• Learn more about Kelowna’s array of accommodation options.
• Discover more about fall in Kelowna.

Have more questions about your trip to Kelowna? Connect with our team at the Kelowna Visitor Centre.

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