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SUMMARY:Wine Capital Weekend
DESCRIPTION:A weekend-long celebration of wine\, craft beverages\, live performances\, and local artistry. \n\nThis year’s festivities include:\n\nFriday\, September 18th: The 5th Annual Kick-off Party at District Wine Village sets the stage for an unforgettable weekend. Enjoy live music\, sample local wines\, beers\, and cocktails\, and indulge in gourmet delights from Wards Wine Country Kitchen. Live Music headliner\, 54.40Saturday\, September 19th: The 10th Annual Cask & Keg Festival showcases local craft beer\, cider\, and spirits. Explore tastings from over 20 craft beverage vendors\, savour local food truck offerings\, dance the day away to live music and take in the entertaining challenge of the Beer Olympics. Also\, the exciting addition of the new Steinholding competition! Held at Oliver Community Park.Sunday\, September 20th: The highlight of the weekend\, the 27th Annual Festival of the Grape\, commemorates a quarter-century of excellence. Exclusive wine tastings from 40+ local wineries\, live music\, delectable food trucks\, an exclusive VIP area\, and the iconic Grape Stomp Competition make this year’s festival an absolute must-attend event. Held at Oliver Community Park.
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SUMMARY:Festival of the Grape
DESCRIPTION:September 20th\, 2026\n\nCome Celebrate The Best Of BC Wine!\n\nBrought to You by Oliver Tourism\n\nJoin us for the 27th Annual Festival of the Grape\, the cornerstone event of Oliver’s Wine Capital Weekend! This outdoor\, family-friendly celebration attracts over 4\,500 people annually and offers an unforgettable experience in Canada’s Wine Capital. \n\n\n	\n\n\nCelebrating 27 Years of Festival of the Grape\n\nThis year’s festivities include:\n\nJoin us for the 27th annual Festival of the Grape\, an event that promises to be stronger and better than ever! Taste 100’s of local and regional wines\, indulge in mouth-watering food truck fare\, experience the chaotic Grape Stomp\, shop for artisan wares at the Merchant Market\, dance to live local music\, and more as we celebrate the grape and the best of BC wine!The Oliver Tourism Association\, along with a dedicated committee and a team of volunteers\, is proud to bring back our most celebrated festival here in Canada’s Wine Capital and the South Okanagan.Attracting an estimated 4\,500 attendees annually\, this family-friendly one-day festival offers something for everyone!The Grape Stomp Competition!Be part of or witness the chaos as you cheer on one of 30 teams in the popular Grape Stomp Competition\, presented by Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country! This beloved event welcomes teams of three\, who are encouraged to dress in crazy and wacky costumes\, as they compete to crush as many fresh local grapes as they can into juice with their toes. The top six teams will compete in a final heat for bragging rights and prizes for the top three teams.Welcoming CeremoniesThe Festival of the Grape begins with a welcoming ceremony. Dignitaries from the region will welcome you to the Town of Oliver and the traditional Okanagan Nation Territory. Then\, we announce the opening of the wine tasting tents\, and the experience begins.Explore\, Enjoy & Be Entertained!After the welcome\, start exploring the festival grounds. Cheer on the costume judging at the Grape Stomp stage prior to the first heat\, stroll through the Merchant Market looking for unique artisan wares. Visit one of the many food trucks for delicious bites\, and sample from a cornucopia of BC wines. Meanwhile\, the kids can enjoy the interactive Kids Zone with games\, crafts\, and inflatables to keep them entertained.Join us in celebrating 27 years of the Festival of the Grape\, an unforgettable experience in Oliver\, BC\, where lasting memories are waiting to be created!
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LOCATION:Oliver Community Park\, 6359 Park Drive British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T0 Canada\, Oliver\, British Columbia\, V0H 1T0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Wine Capital Weekend
DESCRIPTION:A weekend-long celebration of wine\, craft beverages\, live performances\, and local artistry. \n\nThis year’s festivities include:\n\nFriday\, September 18th: The 5th Annual Kick-off Party at District Wine Village sets the stage for an unforgettable weekend. Enjoy live music\, sample local wines\, beers\, and cocktails\, and indulge in gourmet delights from Wards Wine Country Kitchen. Live Music headliner\, 54.40Saturday\, September 19th: The 10th Annual Cask & Keg Festival showcases local craft beer\, cider\, and spirits. Explore tastings from over 20 craft beverage vendors\, savour local food truck offerings\, dance the day away to live music and take in the entertaining challenge of the Beer Olympics. Also\, the exciting addition of the new Steinholding competition! Held at Oliver Community Park.Sunday\, September 20th: The highlight of the weekend\, the 27th Annual Festival of the Grape\, commemorates a quarter-century of excellence. Exclusive wine tastings from 40+ local wineries\, live music\, delectable food trucks\, an exclusive VIP area\, and the iconic Grape Stomp Competition make this year’s festival an absolute must-attend event. Held at Oliver Community Park.
URL:https://visitoliver.com/event/wine-capital-weekend-2/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:Rumours - The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show
DESCRIPTION:VaughnCo Entertainment is proud to present “Rumours” The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac tribute show based in Los Angeles\, California.  The group recreates the legendary band in its youthful heyday from 1975-1979. “It’s been said imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. I say THANK YOU!”- Richard DashutRecord Producer – Fleetwood Mac albums including Rumours\, Tusk\, LiveMirage\, Tango In The Night\, and Time.After finding huge success in Los Angeles\, selling out their regular Roxy Theatre performances month after month\, the band moved from the world famous Sunset Strip to Casinos\, Theatres\, and clubs all over Canada and the United States.  Rumours has meticulously put together a show that spares no detail. From period accurate equipment and costumes to spot on characterizations and musical performances\, “Rumours” takes you back to a time when music was still an unbridled cultural experience\, and bands weren’t afraid to put on a show.  Relive the rock and roll magic with “Rumours” The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show!   \n\nTICKETS: $61.50Presale for subscribers starts Oct 14 @ 10:00am- get front of the line access with the promo code found the newsletter. Tickets go on sale to the general public October 5 @ 10:00am. \n\nBUY TICKETS HERE
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LOCATION:Venables Theatre\, Oliver\, British Columbia\, V0H 1T0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:BLUE RODEO
DESCRIPTION:IMPORTANT INFORMATION \n\nNEW DATE | July 7\, 2027\n\nFanclub & Wine Club Members and Patio Tickets | Doors open at 6:00pmGeneral Admission Tickets | Doors open at 7:00pm \n\nConcert starts at approximately 8:00pm \n\nThe Village is closed from 3pm to 7pm for set up and sound check. \n\nThis concert is 19+ | No Dogs \n\nABOUT BLUE RODEO \n\nWhen fans lined Toronto’s Queen Street to get into clubs where Blue Rodeo was performing in the mid-1980s\, the band felt they had achieved success. And\, in fact\, they had. But that success has grown exponentially over the ensuing four decades\, and by staying true to themselves\, Blue Rodeo has built an enduring love affair with Canadians. \n\nFormed in 1984 by high school friends Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor\, Blue Rodeo emerged as a countrified rock band in an era dominated by hair metal and glossy pop. Their journey began after spending three years in New York\, where the pair struggled to attract label interest. Returning to Toronto\, Jim and Greg were inspired by the changed and vibrant city and the wealth of talent and musical styles in venues all over town. The pair quickly made the decision to ignore trends and set out to create something true to themselves\, in fact\, to create a “psychedelic country band” and Blue Rodeo was born. \n\nJoined by bandmates Bazil Donovan\, Cleave Anderson\, and Bobby Wiseman\, Blue Rodeo quickly gained momentum\, filling venues and ascending to the top of the charts. Their commitment to authenticity and distinctive sound became the cornerstone of Blue Rodeo’s enduring success in the Canadian music scene. \n\nTheir rise in the late 1980s and early 1990s helped spark a roots and country-rock music revival in Canada\, influencing a new generation of musicians. Blue Rodeo’s sound bridged folk traditions with contemporary rock and drew comparisons to iconic artists like Gordon Lightfoot and The Band. With their unique blend of country\, rock\, and folk\, Blue Rodeo has created a distinctly Canadian sound\, paving the way for countless musicians to embrace their national identity within their music. \n\nNow celebrating their 40th anniversary\, Blue Rodeo has proven to be one of Canada’s most enduring and important bands. They have received 31 JUNO Award nominations (winning 12) and 17 CCMA Awards (winning two). Since their formation in Toronto when they electrified the supercool Queen West scene — before dominating the soft-seaters and arenas of the nation — Blue Rodeo has sold more than four million albums\, played thousands of shows\, been inducted into both the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame\, received a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame\, been named to the Order of Canada and been honoured with the Governor General’s Performing Arts Award. \n\nThe magic of Blue Rodeo’s sound comes from the distinct yet complementary songwriting styles of its lead singers\, paired with the exceptional musicianship of its members. Today\, the band has expanded to include original member Bazil Donovan\, whose bass lines provide a rock-solid foundation\, with drummer Glenn Milchem’s dynamic playing driving every song forward. Keyboardist Michael Boguski adds rich textures\, Colin Cripps deepens the sound with his masterful guitar work and harmonies\, and multi-instrumentalist Jimmy Bowskill brings versatility with guitar\, mandolin\, pedal steel\, and fiddle\, rounding out the band’s signature blend of country\, rock\, and roots. \n\nThis partnership has created a body of work that stands as a benchmark in Canadian music\, weaving deeply resonant\, distinctly Canadian stories that have influenced countless songwriters. Their songs have not only defined Blue Rodeo’s legacy but have also influenced the evolution of rock and country music\, inspiring countless artists and becoming woven into the fabric of the nation’s cultural identity. \n\nReflecting back on four decades of success\, the band is able to fully appreciate where Blue Rodeo sits in the pantheon of music.  “Success seemed real when we were entertaining people in The Horseshoe. That was the top of the heap for us\,” Cuddy says. “When you look back\, you realize it’s just been this beautiful dream.” \n\n\n\n\n\nThu\, Aug 20\, 2026 \n\n7:00 pm – 10:00 pm \n\nDistrict Wine Village
URL:https://visitoliver.com/event/blue-rodeo-at-district-wine-village/
LOCATION:District Wine Village\, 100 Enterprise Way British Columbia Oliver V0H 1T0 Canada\, Oliver\, British Columbia\, V0H 1T0\, Canada
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