February means making the most of the final days of winter while also taking advantage of Kelowna's plentiful indoor activities. Read on to learn more about what you can discover and what to expect in and around Kelowna when visiting this time of year.
Stuart Park Skating Rink. Photo by: Darren Hull Studios
There are so many ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Kelowna. It’s easy to plan a full day of activities for you and your significant other (or with your bestie or group of friends): have brunch at one of the many restaurants in the area, head for a scenic walk or hike, grab a coffee or hot chocolate (the final day of the Okanagan Hot Chocolate Fest is February 19), head out to skate at Stuart Park, then finish off the day with a delicious dinner. Many area restaurants will offer set menus specifically for Valentine’s Day, so stay tuned to our Calendar of Events and social media channels for details as they are announced.
You can even make a weekend out of your celebrations or plan a staycation—stay tuned for Valentine’s Day promotions on offer from area hotels.
The third Monday in February—February 19, 2024, to be specific—brings Family Day for most Canadians, including those in BC. With a long weekend to break up the winter months, it’s an excellent opportunity to get out and explore the array of family-friendly activities Kelowna and area offers.
If you’re craving snowy adventures, Big White Ski Resort and SilverStar Mountain Resort offer plenty of family fun. For those who prefer to stay indoors, the City of Kelowna is hosting a day of fun and games at the Capital News Centre. Activities include a bouncy castle, zorb soccer, free skating, and more.
Some of the other indoor options that offer fun for the whole family and will help you burn off any pent-up energy include:
Find family-friendly accommodation options here.
Photo by: BreakOut West & Matt Lucas
Fireside Festival, Kelowna’s Winter Arts and Music Festival, returns from February 2 – 4, 2024! Music lovers can indulge in three days of entertainment hosted at Red Bird Brewing and BNA Brewing Co & Eatery. The festival line-up features numerous local and BC-based performers, including Snotty Nose Rez Kids, Moontricks, Windmills, and many more. Diverse acts performing throughout the weekend include musical styles from hip-hop and rap to folk and rock and everything in between. Several DJs will be taking the stage, too.
On February 16, 2024, Juno award-winning jazz singer Sienna Dahlen and guitarist Bill Coon, recipient of the National Jazz Award, will take the stage in the Mary Irwin Theatre at the Rotary Centre for the Arts (RCA).
The Okanagan Symphony Orchestra will present Kindred Spirits, with guests Erin Macdonald (viola), Martine denBok (violin), and the Okanagan Symphony Youth Orchestra, at the Kelowna Community Theatre (KCT) on February 9, 2024. Later in the month, KCT will welcome several well-known Canadian performers to the stage, including Alan Doyle, William Prince, and Sam Roberts Band.
For more events in and around Kelowna, visit our online Calendar of Events.
Like December and January, February in Kelowna remains cool, with average temperatures of 4°C / 39°F on the high end and -5°C / 23°F on the low end. As with the other winter months, February tends to be cloudy with a mix of rain and snow, most of which will melt quickly if the temperatures stay on the warm side of the averages. When packing, especially if you plan on adventuring outdoors, remember that it will be cooler near the lake and at higher elevations, where there will also be much more snow. You can monitor current conditions through the live webcam at the Kelowna Visitor Centre.
Photo by: Ken Hagen
Plan a purposeful and rewarding trip to Kelowna by using the resources available on our website:
Have more questions about your trip to Kelowna? Connect with our team at the Kelowna Visitor Centre.
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Tourism Kelowna would like to thank Westbank First Nation and Okanagan Indian Band for the privilege to live, work, and play on the tm̓xʷúlaʔxʷ (land), that is the unceded and traditional territory of syilx Okanagan peoples, the original stewards of these lands and to whom we give thanks to as our hosts