Oliver Tourism

Christmas Jam (Baldy Mountain Resort)
2023-12-23 16:00 - 22:00 UTC | British Columbia
Saturday, December 23rd is the first Terrain Park Jam of the season from 4-7pm under the lights. Sponsored by Transition Industries. Afterwards, get your dancing shoes on as local DJ Scottie Dawg starts spinning at 6pm. Family friendly with food specials! Check out their website for events being added weekly!

Christmas Karaoke (Baldy Mountain Resort)
2023-12-22 19:30 - 22:30
Food, Drinks & Singing at Mt. Baldy Ski Lodge on Friday, December 22 from 7:30 pm to closing. Dress To Impress with your Ugly Christmas Sweater or Festive Hat.

Skating Gala (Oliver Arena)
2023-12-22 18:30 - 21:00
South Okanagan Skating Club presents a Christmas Skating Gala featuring Jr. Academy and Starskate. Come on down to the arena and watch Oliver’s local talent. Entry by donation. Concession and raffle. Cash Only.

Annual Solstice Dinner (Nk'Mip Cellars)
2023-12-22 18:00 - 21:00
As the days grow shorter and the nights longer, we approach the winter solstice – a time of reflection, storytelling, and coming together. Historically, it’s a moment when tales and teachings are passed down, shared warmly around the table. In this spirit, Nk’Mip Cellars invites you to join them for a special Solstice Dinner, where Chef Kenny Dia has curated a sumptuous 3-course meal that captures the essence of this significant time.
Menu Pricing:
Three-Course Meal: $55 + tax & gratuity
Wine Pairings: $30 + tax & gratuity
Spaces are limited for this unique celebration of the season. Secure your spot and be part of a tradition that transcends time.
Reserve Your Seat Now!
Come, gather around our table, and let’s welcome the winter solstice together with stories, teachings, and a feast to remember. Nk’Mip Cellars looks forward to celebrating with you!

Concert: Django's Jewels (Firehall Brewery)
2023-12-21 19:00 - 21:00
Old-timey gypsy swing, anyone?! Heck yeah! Django’s Jewels are an old-timey swing band that play tunes from the bygone era of early swing and jazz, from 1930s Django Reinhardt to 1950s Les Paul, packing an old-timey punch that’s not heard often these days. The Jewels will feature a fun alternate lineup of Aaron Loewen (guitar, vocals), Joe Abbott (horns, vocals) and Isaac Story (upright bass).
Entry by donation. Please note that seating is first-come-first-serve, and don’t forget donation cash for the artists! (Credit/debit donations accepted at the bar or with your server).

Holiday Candle Making Workshop (District Wine Village)
2023-12-21 17:00 - 19:00
Join Ward’s Wine Country Kitchen and Citrus + Sage for a candle making workshop at District Wine Village. Your ticket comes with all the candle supplies to make your candle and includes a glass of wine. There are a limited number of seats so get your tickets now! To purchase, please visit District Wine Village’s website.

Outdoor Skating Rink (District Wine Village)
2023-12-21 15:00 - 18:00
The Outdoor Synthetic Skating Rink at the District Wine Village
WINTER SKATING HOURS
Thursday’s Public FREE Skate | 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Friday’s Public FREE Skate | 12:00pm – 7:00pm
Saturday’s Public FREE Skate | 12:00pm – 7:00pm
Sunday’s Public FREE Skate | 12:00pm – 6:00pm

JANUARY SKATING HOURS
Friday – Sunday FREE Public Skate | 12:00pm – 6:00pm

Monday – Wednesday | Private group skating bookings available

RINK CLOSED December 25 – 28 & January 1 – 4

Skate Rentals | $5 per person Skate Sharpening | $5 per pair *No Shoes/Boots on Skating Surface* Skates only

Open House Boutique Shopping (GN’R Alpaca Boutique)
2023-12-20 10:00 - 16:00
Beautiful handmade knitted items and gift ideas, especially for the knitter in your family or friends who appreciate handmade local gifts. Easy in and out driveway with plenty of parking.

Freestyle Snowboard Program January 6 to March 17 (Mt. Baldy)
2023-12-19 00:00 - 23:30
Mt. Baldy Alpine club is offering 10 week freestyle snowboard program! 10 weeks of instruction from January 6 to March 17, 2024. Learn the finer points of riding the terrain park, rails and deep powder. Focus will be on technical and comp. skills! Open to ages Ages 6-14. Must be comfortable on Blue Runs and riding the lifts.
Fees: $500 for one day training per weekend. $100 discount for siblings.
Mt. Baldy will be hosting the GROM series and Elleboard Events in January and February, 2024.
Pay by e-transfer to baldyalpine@gmail.com or visit the website to register.

Needle Felting Workshop (VinAmité Cellars)
2023-12-18 16:00 - 18:30
Join VinAmité in their lounge on December 18th at 4pm for an introductory needle felting workshop led by Bertie! Learn the basics of needle felting while crafting your personalized beautiful wool Christmas ornament.

Tickets include a glass of wine and a guarantee of two ornaments minimum. All supplies are included, and no felting experience necessary!

Tickets are $40 and can be purchased in person at the wine shop or over the phone: 250-498-2234. Limited spots available!

Christmas Centerpiece Workshop (Oliver Senior Centre)
2023-12-18 09:30 - 11:30
Register in advance and prepayment is required for this workshop. The cost is $20 with all materials supplied. Please bring your own pruners and a straight blade.

Songs of the Southern Belles (Venables Theatre)
2023-12-17 19:30 - 21:30
Join Songs of the Southern Belles for a Country Christmas. Santa has renamed his reindeer to Dolly, Loretta, Patsy, Kitty, Alison, Carrie, Tammy, Connie and Brenda!! Kinga Heming and Shamma Sabir sing the songs of the great women of Country along with this fantastic band under the direction of Sean Bray. Don’t miss this amazing show!

Christmas Firetruck Parade (Oliver & Area)
2023-12-17 18:00 - 20:00
Oliver Fire Department’s Christmas Firetruck!

The scheduled maps for the Week of the 17-23 are posted on their Facebook Page so that you can be home to see the truck. The truck will be out around 6pm everyday, so keep an eye out! The Fire Dept will post reminders a few days before and on the day of when they are in your area. As always, they are excited to get out and share the Spirit of Christmas and share the Holidays with you.

Oliver Community Christmas Dinner
2023-12-17 16:00 - 17:30
Free Turkey Dinner for those who would like the gift of a free Christmas dinner. Sponsored by Oliver Alliance Church and supported by Oliver Rotary Club, Oliver Parks & Rec Society, and Oliver businesses. Donations accepted.

Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshop (Firehall Brewery)
2023-12-17 15:00 - 17:00
Learn and experience professional holiday cookie decorating with our very own Alicia & Kirk Morrison, on Sunday, December 17th! Your $35 ticket comes with: Your first drink, a take-home recipe card, a giftbox for your 10 cookies, hands-on tutorial by Alicia & Kirk on culinary baking and decorating techniques, and a chance to win prizes for Best Cookie!

Capacity is limited, so get your tickets today on our website’s events page: firehallbrewery.com/events

Christmas Social (Oliver Legion)
2023-12-17 13:00 - 17:00
Grab your sleigh and slide on over to the Oliver Legion Canteen for a fun Christmas Social! Everyone is welcome. Members and nonmembers. $20 includes six oz. wine or a glass of beer and a charcuterie plate. Door prize and Mat Duffus plays live music for everyone to enjoy. Tickets on sale until December 13th. Everyone is welcome.

Karaoke (Rattlesnake Lounge)
2023-12-16 19:30 - 23:30
Rattlesnake Lounge at Nk’Mip Canyon Desert Golf Course hosts Karaoke every Saturday.

Concert: Between Dusk (Firehall Brewery)
2023-12-16 19:00 - 21:00
Firehall Brewery is stoked to welcome back Between Dusk to the Firehall stage! Their very own kitchen master Dee from upstairs at Pappa’s Firehall Bistro will be slaying the guitar with Justin on vocals and acoustic and Ozon on the drums. They play original tunes, with some Incubus and Black Keys thrown in for good measure. Come on down for 7pm!
Entry by donation. Please note that seating is first-come-first-serve, and don’t forget donation cash for the artist! (Credit/debit donations accepted at the bar or with your server).

Christmas Dinner & Dance (Oliver Senior Centre)
2023-12-16 16:30 - 22:00
Turkey and Ham Dinner with stuffing, cranberries, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable(s) and dessert. A Dance follows the dinner. Bar opens at 4:30pm; Dinner at 5:30pm; Dance at 7:00pm. Tickets in advance only, $25.00 and available at the Front Office.

A Journey to Christmas (Oliver Handbell Ringers)
2023-12-15 19:30 - 21:30
The Oliver Handbell Ringers and their singers are very excited to present a full concert for Christmas! Join them for a beautiful musical journey of Christmas songs to celebrate the season. This is one concert you don’t want to miss! The concert is in a new venue this year at the Osoyoos Baptist Church. Admission is free. Monetary donations gratefully accepted to help cover costs.

Music Bingo (Rattlesnake Lounge)
2023-12-15 19:00 - 21:30
Music Bingo every Friday at Rattlesnake Lounge at Nk’Mip Canyon Desert Golf Course. The party starts at 7:00 pm. Prizes!! Reservations recommended.

Christmas Craft Night (Oliver Word of Life)
2023-12-15 19:00 - 21:00
A fun evening making Christmas crafts with a group of women who meet once a month. Enjoy appetizers while creating a Christmas craft. All women 18+ welcome. Babies welcome.

Open Mic Night (Firehall Brewery)
2023-12-15 19:00 - 21:00
Open Mic Night is an opportunity for local musicians to perform their art in a public, social setting in the Firehall Brewery brewpub! Open Mic Nights are an important part of every music scene, to allow new musicians to flourish, and seasoned musicians to hone their trade.

A World Full Of Holiday Joy (Rise Dance Academy)
2023-12-15 18:00 - 20:30
This holiday season, Rise Dance Academy is exploring the world and the music that goes with. They will be dancing to a selection of music from holidays all over the globe. Over 125 dancers, ages 3 to adult, have been training and preparing since September to bring the audience a holiday show like no other.
TICKETS:
$25 for adults (19-55) , $15 for seniors (55+), $10 for kids (3-18yrs) and kids under 2 free

Wreath Making & Wine (Gneiss Wines)
2023-12-15 17:45 - 20:30
Wreath Making Workshop at Gneiss Wines in the District Wine Village with Bailley Rose from Gems and Stems. Create your very own festive holiday wreath.

Doors open at 5:45pm.
Tickets are $70+tax.
Includes: 6 oz glass of wine, charcuterie and your personalized holiday wreath!

info@gneisswines.com for more information

Tickets at www.eventbrite.com. Link below…

Winemaker Dinner (VinAmité Cellars)
2023-12-14 18:00 - 21:00
Join VinAmité Cellars’ Winemaker Catherine and Chef Murray for a culinary experience at the The Bear, The Fish, The Root, & The Berry. Each part of the meal will be thoughtfully paired with a wine selected by VinAmité Cellars’ winemaker. To purchase tickets, call 250-498-2234 or come in to VinAmité Cellars’ wineshop at 5381 HWY 97, Oliver, B.C.
Tickets $120 tax included
Why not “take the elevator home” and stay for the night at Spirit Ridge Resort after your dinner! For discounted room rates, visit https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/YLWUB/G-VAWD

Holiday Paint Night (Apricus Cellars)
2023-12-14 18:00 - 20:00
Wine and a great night out painting with local artist Kat L’Herault from Oliver in Apricus Cellars Tasting Room at the District Wine Village. Ticket includes all your paint supplies and two glasses of wine! Non-alcohol option available.

Christmas Rock Painting (Oliver Senior Centre)
2023-12-11 09:30 - 11:30
Christmas Rock Painting with Kat from O’Rocks. Bring a palm sized rock. You can sign up at the Seniors Centre Front Desk.

Paint Afternoon (Oliver Elks Hall)
2023-12-10 13:00 - 16:00
Have fun creating this charming Christmas scene at the Oliver Elks Hall. Everything you need to paint is provided. To secure your seat email emptycanvas@gmail.com

Skate With Santa (District Wine Village)
2023-12-10 12:00 - 13:00
HO HO HO! Santa is coming to the Village!! FREE SKATE WITH SANTA!
Santa will be joining us to skate on our rink! Bring your skates or rent a pair for $5. Little skate for the young ones are now available for rental.
