Oliver Tourism

Songs of the Southern Belles (Venables Theatre)
2023-12-17 19:30 - 21:30 UTC | BC
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 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.

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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).

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!

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.

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.

Christmas Jam (Baldy Mountain Resort)
2023-12-23 16:00 - 22:00
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!

Pub Choir Beer Release Party (Firehall Brewery)
2023-12-23 20:00 - 22:00
Firehall Brewery is releasing the “Smokin’ Tumblweed” Whisky Barrel Blonde with a special music event, inspired by chansonnier nights of Québec and the Maritime provinces. Local musician Sean Petersen will perform classic tunes that everyone knows the words to, and the point is to drop the lights and have the whole room sing along. The past three Pub Choir Nights have been very popular and is turning into a monthly event, so here we go! You don’t know what you’ve been missing until you’ve experienced a Pub Choir night. Please bring a few donation dollars for Sean’s fine musicianship.
“Smokin’ Tumbleweed” Whisky Barrel Blonde: This double-barrel blonde was aged 12 months in two whisky barrels procured from our friends at Tumbleweed Spirits Craft Distillery: one rye barrel and one bourbon barrel. The barrels were blended together to produce this potent brew, marrying the two whisky flavour profiles. Aromas of smoked apple and almond cake tease the nose, followed by honey-drizzled grains and toasted oak on the palate, finishing with a clove tingle on the tongue. The alcohol strength is… well, let’s just say that creating this beer description has rendered one brewmaster unable to drive. Consume responsibly, or risk a tumble!
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 Eve Open House (Firehall Brewery)
2023-12-24 12:00 - 16:00
Stop in for a visit at their Christmas Eve Open House! The brewery will have a spread of complimentary baked goods and hot chocolate, one-day specials on food & drinks, the usual good cheer, and either a warm crackling fire or Die Hard 1 on the flatscreen. And taking home a growler or our Holiday Sale flat of cans for the fridge isn’t a bad idea either. T’is the season to be hoppy! Seating is first-come-first-serve.

Christmas Eve Dinner (Miradoro Restaurant at Tinhorn Creek Vineyards)
2023-12-24 16:30 - 19:30
Dine in or take-home Christmas Eve dinner. Reservations starting at 4:30 pm. Reservations required. Call to book 250-498-3742.
$52 (per person) and preorder is required for take home. Take home pick up 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm. Please visit the website for menu details.

All prices + tax, no further discounts, menu subject to change.

Open Mic Night (Firehall Brewery)
2023-12-29 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.

New Year's Eve Party (Baldy Mountain Resort)
2023-12-31 16:00 - 23:30
Still need New Years Eve plans? Baldy Mountain Resort has something going on! Join them for an extra day of night skiing and tubing at their magic carpet area from 4pm-7pm, then gather in the bar to celebrate a New Year! It’s a sparkly themed party. Dress in your shiniest attire. Bar celebrations happening from 7pm-12am. Outside midnight celebration followed by a bonfire and fireworks!

New Year’s Eve Dinner (Miradoro Restaurant at Tinhorn Creek Vineyards)
2023-12-31 17:00 - 22:00
New Year’s Eve Dinner Menu Seatings from 5-7:30pm
fresh oysters on the half shell Blanc de Blanc
mignonette of sparkling wine & shallot
insalata Reserve Rosé
delicata squash, royal gala apple,
sunchoke chips, burrata, pistachios,
olive oil, sherry vinegar
spot prawn carpaccio Reserve Roussanne
meyer lemon aioli, truffle
porcini mushroom risotto Pinot Noir
taleggio
slow roasted beef ribeye Reserve Merlot
potato & alpindon fricco, roasted
turnip, rapini, bone marrow jus
OR
roasted sablefish Reserve Chardonnay
sweet potato gnocchi, kabocha squash
puree, cippolini onions, preserved
lemon butter sauce
new year cannoli Quady, Essensia Orange Muscat
crisp pastry, orange & prosecco
ricotta cream, dark chocolate,
amarena cherry, pistachio
$94 for 6 courses, $85 for 5 courses – without oysters (per person). 6 Wines $75 or 5 Wines $65
reservations required. 250-498-3742 / info@miradoro.ca. all prices + tax, no further discounts.

New Year's Eve Dinner and Dance (Oliver Legion)
2023-12-31 17:30 - 23:30
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Oliver Legion. Everyone is welcome – members and non-members. Tickets $60 with music by Paul James. Doors open at 5:30pm, Dinner at 7:00pm and Music at 8:00pm. Come on out and bring in the New Year with a bang.

New Year’s Eve Menu for the catered dinner:

Caesar Salad with bacon, croutons, Parmesan Cheese
Spinach Salad with Mandarin Orange, Pecan, Mushroom, Red Onion, Dijon dressing
Roast Beef with gravy
Baked salmon or whitefish on braised cabbage
Buttermilk marinated roast chicken pieces
Multigrain pilaf (mixture of rice and grains)
Roasted baby potato
Mixed medley of carrot, broccoli, cauliflower peppers, beans, squash
Dinner rolls and butter portions
Desserts: Assorted platters of cookies, squares, tarts, cakes, custards and fruit

New Year’s Eve (Spirit Ridge Resort)
2023-12-31 18:00 - 23:30
Ring in the New Year with Style at Spirit Ridge Resort! Join the ultimate New Year’s Eve bash at Spirit Ridge Resort.

New Year’s Eve Party Package Highlights:
* Live Entertainment: Get ready to party with the sensational Brent Tyler, setting the stage on fire with an unforgettable performance!

*Dance the Night Away: DJ Shakes will keep the party vibes alive, so put on your dancing shoes and celebrate the arrival of 2024 in style!

* Three-Course Dinner at The Bear, The Fish, The Root & The Berry: Elevate your night with a delectable three-course dinner experience before the festivities kick off. Indulge in culinary delights as you savour every bite prepared by Chef Murray McDonald

* Flexible Ticket Options: Choose a ticket for the party only, or make it a full experience by taking the elevator ride home to a cozy 1-bedroom stay at Spirit Ridge Resort. Create lasting memories in a stunning setting!

* Countdown to Midnight: As the clock ticks down to midnight, embrace the excitement of welcoming the New Year surrounded by friends and fellow revellers.

* Wake Up to a New Year: For those who choose the full experience, wake up to the first sunrise of 2024 in the comfort of our luxurious accommodations. It’s the perfect start to a brand-new chapter!

* Limited Tickets Available: Secure your spot for the most epic New Year’s celebration in town! Don’t miss out on the magic – reserve your tickets now.

Check out all of our New Year’s Eve options.
Booking details here. https://linktr.ee/spiritridgebc

NYE Full Moon Party 2024 (Firehall Brewery)
2023-12-31 21:00 - 23:30
Let’s ring in the New Year in style! If you’ve never been to a Full Moon Party, think tropical beach vibes with a touch of neon, and an inappropriate amount of glow sticks. We are totally amped to welcome MadHoney back to the Firehall for the best live DJ beats in the valley! Your $15 admission ticket includes midnight champagne, glow sticks, and party favours. Reservations online.

New Year's Day Pajama Party (Firehall Brewery)
2024-01-01 12:00 - 20:00
Come down to Firehall Brewery in your jammies for $5 Mimosas and Caesars, old school hip-hop, and good times with your host Kirk Morrison! Prizes for best pajamas! Seating is first-come-first-serve.

Concert: Greg Rekus, Tim Holehouse (Firehall Brewery)
2024-01-05 19:00 - 21:00
On Friday, Jan 5th Firehall Brewery is welcoming back Winnipeg’s Greg Rekus, along with a fellow touring soloist all the way from the UK, Tim Holehouse!

Rekus’s passion for music is bursting at the seams. It is the driving force that keeps him constantly on the road, and cranking out album after album of folk punk goodness. During live performances, audiences are treated to an entertainer who treats the stage as his home. With high energy and infectious enthusiasm, Rekus has a natural ability to engage with a diverse assortment of crowds from around the world. His lyrics speak to common experiences, such as drinking in a favourite hometown bar, or the simultaneous joy and heartache of falling in love, but also do not shy away from making pointed political commentary, coloured with the anger and frustration that comes along with it. Delivering each line with a force that is rivaled by few other solo artists, Rekus emphasizes his words with every strum of his guitar, pounding the beat out on his custom-built stomp box. His hard work has already gotten him to places he never thought attainable, and as far as he’s concerned, the only way from here is up. www.gregrekus.com

Tim Holehouse’s sound is hugely varied, often able to adapt to performing sets depending on the atmosphere of a show. He has been known to release folk, blues, experimental music and much more besides, often on a single tour. Tim’s songs come from a place of honesty and a keen ear for anything creative regardless of genre. https://www.timholehouse.com/

Entry by donation. Seating is first-come-first-serve.

Open Mic Night (Firehall Brewery)
2024-01-06 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.
PLEASE NOTE that seating is first-come-first-serve. RSVPing on Firehall’s website is highly recommended but does not guarantee a seat; it serves mainly as a way for the Firehall Brewery to know that you’re coming so they can staff properly and provide the best service possible. So make sure you arrive early enough, between 6 and 6:30pm is recommended to get the best choice of seat before the fun begins at 7pm! (Cash/credit/debit donations accepted at the bar or with your server).

Musical Bingo (Rattlesnake Lounge)
2024-01-06 19:00 - 22:00
Musical Bingo every Saturday at Rattlesnake Lounge at Nk’Mip Canyon Desert Golf Course. The party starts every Saturday at 7:00 pm. Prizes!! Reservations recommended.

Firehall Trivia (Firehall Brewery)
2024-01-09 18:30 - 20:30
Tuesday Trivia is free and fun, with weekly prizes and a trophy awarded to the team with the most points over the season! Every Tuesday the fun starts at 6:30pm. Maximum 4 people to a team, and seating is first-come-first-serve. There are two rounds of 20 questions, and one of the rounds is always themed. Firehall Trivia is hosted by Firehall’s Brew Master, Sid Ruhland.

Concert: Will Schlackl (Firehall Brewery)
2024-01-10 19:00 - 21:00
Firehall Brewery is proud to present, Penticton’s Will Schlackl! With 28 years experience as a public school teacher and at least that much experience as a private music instructor, he has been able to share his love of music with people of all ages. He currently has over 200 public school students, and over 40 private students. Some of his former students tour professionally and some have also gone on to become music educators.
He has performed in the past as guitarist in “The Thursday Night Jazz Band”, “Faculty”, and the Jazz Trio” Cube”. Will is the lead singer and guitarist for the rock band “Fluxx” which has perfomed as the house band for The Penticton Vees. Solo/duo/trio vocal-guitar gigs in venues around Okanagan have continued to be a source of pleasure for Will.
The latest project is the 5 piece rock band called “Jack N’ Jill”. It has taken off over the last six years. However, he continues to perform solo acoustic all over the Okanagan. It is not uncommon to hear Roger Miller, Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, with Guns and Roses and Metallica in the same set. There is something for everyone at his show. Entry by donation. Seating is first-come-first-serve.

3D Wet Felting Workshop (GN'R Alpaca Boutique)
2024-01-11 09:00 - 12:00
3D wet felting bowl workshop. Price includes all materials. Please bring a large towel. Register online.

Cooking Class Lunch – RHÔNE RANGER WITH CHEF ROGER (Hester Creek Estate Winery)
2024-01-11 12:30 - 14:30
COOKING CLASS LUNCH – RHÔNE RANGER WITH CHEF ROGER
Enjoy a three-course meal in the spirit of the Rhône Valley, France. Three carefully thought-out courses each paired with our Rhône Valley inspired wines including a sneak peak into a yet to be released new Hester Creek wine.
Join one of only 14 guests seated in our state-of-the-art kitchen while our culinary team takes you on a tour with a 2-3 course lunch skillfully paired with our award-winning wines. Cost is $75 per person, plus tax and gratuity. This is a 19+ experience.

Karaoke at Firehall (Firehall Brewery)
2024-01-12 19:00 - 23:00
Karaoke with special guest hosts! Like clockwork, every second Friday (alternating with Open Mic Night) Firehall Brewery fires up the ol’ PA and gets the crowd howling from 7pm to 11pm. Don’t miss the fun!
