Oliver Tourism

Pop-up Show with Stagger Blue (Firehall Brewery)
2023-08-05 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | British Columbia
Pop-up show with Stagger Blue! Oliver’s own Shane Alaric and Nelson’s Jordan Bonin team up to surf through currents of reggae and tropical beach vibes, guaranteed to warm your soul and brighten your evening down at the Firehall Brewery. Don’t miss this August Long Weekend treat! 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.

The Art of Blending at Laughing Stock Vineyards (Cellar Door & More)
2023-08-05 18:30 - 21:00
Back by popular demand! Due to the popularity of last year’s inaugural blending seminar Cellar Door & More has decided to give you two opportunities to join our winemaker, Sandy Leier, in the cellar and experience the art of blending. This hands-on seminar is perfect for wine enthusiasts of all levels! Contact: info@laughingstock.ca or phone: 250.493.8466

Baldy Mtn BBQ (Baldy Mountain Resort)
2023-08-05 17:00 - 19:00
Baldy Season Pass & Locals (Everyone Welcome) Appreciation Night BBQ. $19.99 NY Steak, potato and corn salad. Season’s Pass Holders $10.99 (must show receipt or pass purchase).
Join the fun at Baldy Beach from 11am-3pm. Frisbee golf, horseshoes, and volleyball. The BBQ is open all day with the BBQ Dinner to follow for Appreciation Night.

BBQ (Stoneboat Vineyards)
2023-08-05 11:30 - 16:30
Stop in for a wine tasting and the most delicious BBQ you’ve ever had!! Stoneboat Vineyards is excited to welcome Blue Bonnet Culinary to their vineyard and tasting room to barbecue delicious food options.

Choose a main + bbq corn + coleslaw + fries… for only $25! Pairs perfectly with their award-winning 2020 Pinot Noir. Bring the family, bring your friends!!

Stephen Ridley LIVE (District Wine Village)
2023-08-03 19:00 - 21:00
Stephen Ridley LIVE in the Plaza | First Canadian Show!
Stephen Ridley was born in a small village of 40 people in the North Of England. He started playing the piano at 2 years old and received a scholarship into one of the best academic schools in the country. He then graduated with a triple first class honours in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from a top university and got a job at a top investment bank.
Quickly realizing he was unsatisfied, he spontaneously quit his job, pushed an old upright piano into the middle of the street and started playing (less than 1 hour after being at his desk). He had no idea what he was doing. At the end of his first song, Stephen turned around and saw hundreds of people blocking the streets. Moved, he decided he was going to follow his dream of making it as an artist, and this would start by simply putting beauty into the world without reservation.
In the years that followed, he started to become well known with the world’s super rich, who were hiring him for their private soirees. At the same time, he grew enormous popularity in Russia and Eastern Europe, having hit songs on radio and TV, and playing more than 400 shows. He started to attract major brands, playing at the opening of Monaco Grand Prix in 2022 with Gulfstream, as well as multiple shows for Louis Vuitton, Omega, and Krug Champagne. Then came COVID. Stephen took to social media, doing 6 hours of live content streaming on Instagram every day. He grew from 8,000 followers to 560,000 followers in a year. His videos received over 200 million views, and suddenly he realized he could actually do this.
His concerts are more than entertainment, they’re often described as a spiritual experience. He is a true artist, and has a way to tell the stories of our lives in a way that reflects back who we are, and aspire to be. A unique performer. Ferociously dynamite on the piano, barefoot, dripping in sweat.

Art Exhibit & Sale (Oliver Community Arts Council)
2023-08-01 10:00 - 16:00
The Great Oliver Art Exhibit and Sale. Works by Marion Trimble. Vintage art from the vast collection of Brian Wilson, works by Gilbert Hay, Iris Houser, Clifford Robinson, Brad Waring, and Leonard Norris, and photographs by Jack Bennest. Lumb Stocks hand-painted photos, quality prints. Custom framing orders taken. Opening reception on August 1st at 2:00pm. Open for sales Tuesday to Saturday 10:00am – 4:00pm.
Cash, cheques and e-transfers only. Sorry no credit cards.

Mexican Party (Oliver Parks and Recreation)
2023-07-29 19:00 - 23:00
Mexican Party hosted by Taco Riendo at Oliver’s Community Hall. DJ El Perro. Delicious tacos, drinks, contests, and much more. Everyone is welcome. All ages.

SIP & DIP Workshop (River Stone Estate Winery)
2023-07-29 11:00 - 16:30
A 2-hour workshop at River Stone Estate Winery and create a piece of wearable art using the magic art of water marbling.
Join River Stone Estate Winery for a 2-hour silk scarf workshop. Experience the beautiful, ancient art of water marbling. Make your own water marbled silk scarf. Each workshop begins with a demonstration. Then each artist chooses their colours and floats the paint one drop at a time on the surface of the water, then uses marbling combs, rakes, or stylus to create the design of their liking. If you can sprinkle cheese on a pizza, or write your name with a pencil you can make this magic.
Tickets include all supplies to make your silk scarf and a glass of one of River Stones’ award winning Bordeaux reds.
INDOOR EVENT: Choose one of our two workshop time blocks:
> 11am-130pm
>2pm-430pm
TICKETS: https://www.facebook.com/events/1442204009855988

Music Trivia in the Plaza (District Wine Village)
2023-07-28 19:00 - 21:00
The Fun is BACK! Music Trivia in the Plaza at District Wine Village from 7pm – 9pm on select Fridays. No reservations required, no cover charge, Show up with your friends and family to enjoy some great wines, craft beer, artisan cocktails and music fun!
Mark your calendar for these dates:
JULY 28 @ 7pm
AUGUST 11 @ 7pm
SEPTEMBER 1 @ 7pm
SEPTEMBER 15 @ 7pm
SEPTEMBER 29 @ 7pm

Winemaker's Dinner (Stoneboat Vineyards)
2023-07-28 18:30 - 21:30
Stoneboat’s inaugural Winemaker’s Dinner of the year on July 28th at 6:30pm, in collaboration with Bluebonnet Culinary.
Indulge in an extraordinary four-course dining experience meticulously crafted by their esteemed partners, complemented by a selection of Stoneboat’s finest club wines expertly paired with each delectable course.
This will be an evening to remember. Click the link below to reserve your ticket!!
https://www.exploretock.com/…/stoneboat-vineyard…
The Menu:
Assorted Tapas Course
Octopus: Grilled and chilled octopus, salsa verde, crispy potato
Pan con Tomate: Roasted tomato, serrano ham, garlic crostini, galmesano, olive oil
Salt Cod Croquettes with salsa verde

Sablefish
Roasted fennel, pickled onion, arugula, romesco

Striploin
Grilled Mclean Creek Beef, crispy spicy potato, vegetable pisto, chermoula

Citrus and Almond cake
Citrus syrup, candied zest, goats milk mousse

Cooking Class Dinners (Hester Creek Estate Winery)
2023-07-28 18:30 - 21:00
New dates have been released for Hester Creek’s famous Cooking Class Dinners. Be one of only 14 guests seated in the state-of-the-art kitchen at their Wine Shop as Chef Adair Scott prepares a locally sourced, seasonally inspired four-course dinner paired with award-winning wines. Watch as the chef prepares each course & shares little known culinary secrets. This experience includes a complimentary shuttle service for guests in Osoyoos and Oliver. The Cooking Classes are a 19+ experience.

Available dates in 2023:
July 28th {one spot}
August 11th {Sold Out}
September 29th
October 27th {Sold Out}
November 10th
November 18th {Sold Out}
November 24th

Seats are limited. To make your reservation, visit Hester Creek’s website.

The Wienery Food Truck (River Stone Estate Winery)
2023-07-28 11:00 - 17:00
The Wienery Food Truck is at River Stone Winery Friday and Saturday from 11am – 5pm. So many delicious toppings to choose from! We like bacon, cheese and onions… mmm

Free Concert with Badgentina (District Wine Village)
2023-07-27 17:00 - 19:00
Badgentina’s Full Band will be rocking the Village!
Locals Stephen and Lisa Toon along with Sid Ruhland and Sean Petersen in the band Badgentina are coming to rock the Village! The Village is open to the public, no cover charge, no reservations! Come enjoy a great band while visiting some great wineries, brewery, distillery and enjoy the delicious food from Ward’s Wine Country Kitchen. See ya at the Village.

Girls Junior Americas Cup (Nk'Mip Canyon Desert Golf Course)
2023-07-25 08:00 - 17:00
72 of the best female junior golfers in Western North America to Oliver!

Sunday Music Series (Phantom Creek Estates)
2023-07-23 16:00 - 19:00
Sunday Music Series with Rollin’ Coal. Enjoy good wine while listening to local trio Rollin’ Coal. This trio presents a retro vibe and wants to share their love of classic songs from the ’50s and onward with you. They will delight you with several different styles, including 50’s rock, Latin grooves, and a sprinkle of country, reggae, and blues, and will also surprise you with a new spin on some old favorites.
To secure your spot book a Seated Tasting Experience. Walk-in seating available, but reservations are strongly recommended.

Summer Sunday Music Series (Meyer Family Vineyards)
2023-07-23 14:00 - 16:00
Enjoy the sweet serenades of local duo Rick Van Camp & Laurie MacGregor. Playing a mix of acoustic pop, folk, country and some originals. A relaxing Sunday afternoon and enjoy live music on the grass or in the cabana while sipping on a glass of your favourite Meyer or Mayhem wine. Admission is free, wine is available for purchase by the glass or bottle. There is some seating but guests are welcome to bring a picnic blanket, lawn chair or simply lounge on the grass.

Petunia & The Vipers (Firehall Brewery)
2023-07-22 19:00 - 22:00
Firehall Brewery is proud to present… Petunia & The Vipers!! Louis Armstrong was once asked what his favourite kind of music was, and his response was simple; “Good music”. Petunia & the Vipers’ sound may not sit comfortably in one certain genre, but “Good Music” describes it well. Hank Williams on acid… Tom Waits meets Elvis at Woody Guthrie’s Hobo junction… Avant-Country night club scene music… One of the best bands in the world today, of any kind… hillbilly-flavoured-swing inflected-ragtime-goodtime-thunderously rolling-one-of-a-kind-you-don’t-want-to-miss-this-sort-of-a-show… A new music that springboards off of music of the past and jumps into the present day, left with only echoes of the past… Something in between 1920’s and steam punk. It’s good for your mind… These are just a few of the words uttered by folks around the globe trying to pin down a description of all that is Petunia & The Vipers.
Seating will be limited and first-come-first-serve, so expect to dance! No outside alcohol permitted. Door security will check bags for alcohol, and alcohol consumption is not permitted outside the concert area (ex: parking lot, alleyway, etc.). Tickets are non-refundable.

Frälik in the Falls (Okanagan Falls Skaha Lake Winery Association)
2023-07-22 17:00 - 21:30
Get ready for a night of fun at Frälik in the Falls, a fundraiser event in support of Penticton Excel: Centre for Exceptional Learning. Held at Centennial Park in Okanagan Falls, this outdoor fundraising event will combine 90 minutes of wine tasting with the wineries of Okanagan Falls Skaha Lake Winery Association, dinner prepared by BRODO, live music with Uncorked, a silent auction in support of Penticton Excel, and dancing in the sweet summer sunshine.

Artisan Market (River Stone Estate Winery)
2023-07-22 11:00 - 17:00
At River Stone Estate Winery in Oliver another summer Artisan Market on July 22 from 11am-5pm, featuring many talented local vendors, including The Wienery food truck!

L'Apéro in the Vineyard (Culmina Family Estate Winery)
2023-07-21 17:00 - 19:00
After last year’s success, Culmina Family Estate Winery is delighted to once again welcome you to “L’Apéro in the Vineyard”.

L’Apero is the French custom of a casual, convivial gathering at the end of the day to enjoy the company of good friends and unwind over some light food and drinks. This summer, they would like to invite you to join us for L’Apéro in the Vineyard. Come and get to know their team while you enjoy delicious canapés, award winning wines, live music and unbeatable views of the South Okanagan.
Friday, July 21, 2023 featuring music by Double Stop Creek
Friday, August 18, 2023 featuring music by Bianca Berkland
Tickets $40 ~ advance purchase required. Limited availability.

Watering the Desert (Oliver Museum)
2023-07-21 10:00 - 16:00
NEW exhibit at Oliver Museum. “Watering the Desert: Oliver’s Transformation From Dry Land to Farmland opens July 21 for the summer. The Museum is open in July and August Tuesday – Saturday 10:00am – 4:00pm. Discover the story behind Oliver’s irrigation canal (or “ditch”) project and the emergence of orchards and vineyards, plus so much more!

William Prince LIVE in the Round (District Wine Village)
2023-07-20 19:00 - 22:00
William Prince approaches the big questions with humility and curiosity, and his songwriting is a masterclass in skilful simplicity. Since his JUNO Award win in 2017, Prince’s momentum has continued to build, with each new album adding depth and dimension to an exceptional body of work that has received international acclaim. From national network television appearances, top tier media coverage and performances at major international festivals, William Prince has become one of the country’s most respected and celebrated songwriters.
William Prince SHUTTLE from Penticton is available to book. Book online on the District’s events page.
5:00pm pick up from the Penticton Lakeside Resort and drop off at District Wine Village 5:30pm.
Load the bus and leave the District Wine Village 10:30pm.

Estate Dinner at Terrafina (Hester Creek Estate Winery)
2023-07-20 18:30 - 21:00
A 4-course, locally sourced Estate Dinner at Terrafina. Chef Adair will skillfully create a fresh, summer inspired menu with his team to pair wonderfully with Hester Creek’s award-winning wines. Reservations required. Reserve online.

Cars for a Cause (Area 27)
2023-07-20 11:00 - 16:30
The Cars for a Cause event has luxury cars donated by Area 27 members to provide the chance for thrill seekers to have a co-pilot experience. This experience includes time to meet the certified driver, admire the chosen sports car, and buckle up for adrenaline pumping laps around the track.
The event takes place on Thursday, July 20, and all proceeds from the event go toward the Okanagan Similkameen Neurological Society (OSNS) Legacy Foundation. There will also be go-karting races taking place at the Kartplex, and lunch served by Crave Creative Kitchen. Interested car lovers can also register their luxury, vintage, classic, hot rod, muscle, and imported vehicles to the Show and Shine segment of the event for people to admire when they are not on the track. Registration for the Show and Sine is limited to 130 vehicles and 100 per cent of the registration fees will also be donated to the OSNS Legacy Foundation.
To sign up or register your vehicle go to area27.ca and click the link to book or register.

Wednesdays Firestone Pizza (Nostalgia Wines)
2023-07-19 11:00 - 17:00
For the rest of the summer, Nostalgia Wines will have a The Cache pizza truck on location every Wednesday! Hot, fresh, Firestone pizzas— and debuting 3 new recipes!! The Rock (for the pepperoni mushroom lovers); The Cheeseburger Pizza (it’s got crunch dill pickles on top!!); and The Okanagan (for the shrimp pesto fans) P.S. if you want pesto on literally anything, just ask!

Tour d'Okanagan - Blind Tasting Experience (Hester Creek Estate Winery)
2023-07-17 11:00 - 12:30
Every July, the best cyclists in the world take part in the Tour de France. In recognition of their hard work, Hester Creek decided to do their own Tour de France, but Okanagan style – with wine made in traditional French methods. Let your taste buds tour the regions of Bordeaux, Champagne, Burgundy, Alsace and the Rhône Valley to see if you can figure out which wine is made in the traditional style of each region. This fun and educational experience is 19+ and limited to two days: Monday, July 17th and Tuesday, July 18th.

Sunday Music Series (Phantom Creek Estates)
2023-07-16 16:00 - 19:00
Sunday Music Series with Bran Sanders. Enjoy good wine and music from local artist Bran Sanders. Bran Sanders is a folk singer in the traditional sense; spending the last decade moving from place to place and singing songs of old. He’s also a songwriter in his own right and his lyrics reflect his uplifting spirit and desire to seek new perspectives. Possessing a unique and soulful voice, Bran effortlessly draws in listeners with his distinct, relative and honest songs.
To secure your spot book a Seated Tasting Experience. Walk-in seating available, but reservations are strongly recommended.

Summer Music Series (Quinta Ferreira Estate Winery)
2023-07-16 13:00 - 16:00
Quinta Ferreira is excited to welcome Bianca Berkland to their winery as part of their Summer Music Series on Sunday, July 16 from 1pm to 4pm. They look forward to seeing you there.

Bianca Berkland (Quinta Ferreira Estate Winery)
2023-07-16 13:00 - 16:00
Bring your picnic lunch and grab a bottle of wine from our tasting room and spend your afternoon listening to live music. Bianca Berkland is a gifted, modern Jazz/Blues pianist and multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and performer based out of Oliver, BC. Her growing presence in the Okanagan region over the past four years performing jazz, soul and pop, rock cover songs with a jazz influence ignited within her, an endless ambition to share her own wealth of beautiful and original material.

Steven Page Concert (Tinhorn Creek Vineyards)
2023-07-15 19:00 - 21:30
Join us on July 15th for a live, intimate concert at the Tinhorn Creek Vineyard’s Natural amphitheatre featuring Canadian award winning musician and singer/songwriter also known as the co-founder and former lead singer of Barenaked Ladies.
