Kick Off Party

September 18th, 2026

District Wine Village
Live Music, Wine, Beer, Spirits & Food!

Brought to you by
Oliver Tourism & District Wine Village

Kick off Wine Capital Weekend with a spectacular evening of music, food, and drinks at the 5th Annual Kick-Off Party at District Wine Village!

Get ready to dance the night away under the stars in the stunning District Wine Village, Canada’s first true wine village. Enjoy a live and intimate performance in the Center Plaza with Canadian rock legends, 54.40

Sip and savour the best of the Okanagan as you enjoy the local beverage producers of the District Wine Village and indulge in a curated selection of artisan wines, spirits, craft beers and local coffee roaster. Treat your taste buds to the delectable offerings from Ward’s Wine Country Kitchen, featuring gourmet dishes perfectly paired with your favourite drinks.

Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere, celebrate the harvest season, and create unforgettable memories with friends old and new. This is a night you won’t want to miss—an enchanting evening under the festive lights and the beautiful Okanagan night sky.

Limited Number Of Tickets Available!
General admission tickets will be limited to 400 tickets. Only 400 VIP Patio seats available, so be sure to get your tickets quickly! 

2026 Featured Artist

54.40

Over the course of 40+ years of performing and recording, 54•40 has not only made their mark on the Canadian music industry, but the entire cultural landscape. Led by chief songwriter Neil Osborne, 54•40 has carved out a legacy of gold and platinum albums and an outstanding reputation for their live performances that carries through to this day. With decades of hit songs and more in the making, the secret to 54•40’s longevity is their ability to redefine and reinvent themselves.

A 54•40 concert experience gives an understanding of how their songs have touched, inspired, and changed people’s lives. For those who have followed the band from their humble beginnings in East Vancouver to younger fans that are just discovering the band’s originality, 54•40 shows are extraordinary affairs that bridge gaps between generations through a shared love of music.


Artist Website:
5440.com

Tickets Available Soon

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