Oliver Tourism

Artist Welcome (Phantom Creek Estates)
2023-09-17 11:00 - 17:00 UTC | BC
At the entrance to Phantom Creek Estates winery, visitors are awe-struck at two female figures, each seven metres tall, winged and poised to take flight but tethered to the earth by a slender waterfall of coated bronze. This is Pro Terra et Natura — For Earth and Nature — by Chinese contemporary artist Wu Ching Ru. It’s one of six such installations located around the world, which represents two spirits of nature, mother and daughter seeking a sanctuary to inhabit, and their delicate connection to our planet.
“Pro Terra et Natura is the perfect first welcome to the winery,” said François Mateo, Managing Director of Phantom Creek. “It captures everything we’re about: it represents our commitment to creation, to art and culture, and to being careful stewards of this land. It speaks to our responsibility to the community and to what we aspire to accomplish, which is to transform the landscape by challenging the status quo.”
Next month, the internationally acclaimed artist — who is of aboriginal Taiwanese lineage — will visit Canada and the winery for the first time since the sculptures were installed in 2019. She’s looking forward to seeing them here, where she feels they are well grounded against the natural, breathtaking backdrop of the Black Sage Bench.
From September 17 to 19, Wu will be in residence at the winery, drawing inspiration from its surroundings to create 20 individual collectable wine-box art pieces. Winery visitors can see her at work, and on September 18, take part in a special dinner to celebrate the passion for art, the cultural diversity, fine wines and food, and the exciting new opportunities envisioned by the artist and the brand, for which Wu will also design and install a floral arrangement to mark this exclusive collaboration.
It’s a partnership first established when Pro Terra et Natura was chosen by Phantom Creek Estates to illustrate its steadfast appreciation and commitment to both art and the environment, and it won’t end here. Although Wu’s first visit was delayed by the pandemic, it’s only the start of an ongoing collaborative vision to develop an art program and cultural exchange within the international art community.
The exclusive artist dinner with Wu Ching Ru at Phantom Creek Estates takes place Monday, September 18 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $245 per person plus tax and gratuity. To book, please visit Tock.

Concert: Volunteers & Jared Jackel's Bad Vibrations (Firehall Brewery)
2023-09-16 19:00 - 21:00
Firehall Brewery and Respect Record & Skate are proud to present… Volunteers & Jared Jackel’s Bad Vibrations! An evening of Okanagan original psychedelic alt country.
VOLUNTEERS (North Okanagan) – Volunteers are a 3-piece (sometimes up to 6-piece) garage country group from the North Okanagan, playing the original songs of Okanagan raised Liam McIvor (current steel player for Petunia & The Vipers). They take influence from John Prine, Gene Clark, The Flying Burrito Brothers and other psych country acts from the 60s and 70s. Blending them with traditional folk & country songwriting conventions under dense lyricism about love, mortality, compost & garbage.
JARED JACKELS BAD VIBRATIONS (South Okanagan) – Jared Jackel is a Penticton based multi-instrumentalist and producer presiding somewhere inside the otherworldly realm of gothic cowboy psychedelia. Jackel, releasing two hazily ambitious albums under the title of Jared Jackel’s Bad Vibrations, is belligerently experimental-combining a meticulously refined command of bizarro country tonality, with an aggressively original lyricism. Jared Jackel’s Bad Vibrations’ spirited live sets consist of avant-garage, one-man-band style songs backed by foot-triggered bass drones, twangy post-western guitar playing, and retro-jazz drum-machines.
Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Seating will be limited and first-come-first-serve. Sponsored by Respect Record & Skate Shop on Main Street in Oliver!

Wine Dinner (Fairview Cellars)
2023-09-16 16:30 - 20:00
An extraordinary Wine Dinner at Fairview Cellars, featuring the culinary prowess of Ian Stillborn and Ward’s Wine Country Kitchen.

Ian, a Red Seal certified Chef with a passion for local flavors, will craft an unforgettable menu that delights both newcomers and seasoned foodies. Plus, complementing each course, carefully curated wine pairings will be offered, featuring a mix of new releases and library favourites.

Location: Fairview Cellars Patio
Purchase tickets at: https://www.fairviewcellars.ca/

Event Highlights:
Gourmet Family-Style Feast: Indulge in a sumptuous 4-course dinner, starting with delightful canapés.

Wine Journey: Delight your palate with an exquisite tasting of 6 carefully curated wines, perfectly complementing each course.

Open-Air Ambiance: Immerse yourself in the stunning Fairview Cellars Patio, surrounded by natural beauty.

Shuttle Service: Enjoy a seamless experience with included shuttle service provided by Devino Wine Tours. Pickup and drop off will be door to door within the Oliver and Osoyoos area.

Price: $165 per person. (Including tax and gratuity)

Exclusive Wine Packages:
Enhance your experience with a special wine package that includes the wines featured in the tasting lineup. Take home the essence of the evening and savour these exceptional wines at your leisure.

Dress for Comfort:
Please dress appropriately for the weather, ensuring you’re comfortable throughout the evening.

We look forward to sharing an exceptional evening with you!

POSTPONED Pig Out Festival (Oliver Osoyoos Wine Assoc.)
2023-09-16 13:00 - 16:00
The postponement will return the Pig Out Festival to its original early May date, which for next year will fall on Saturday May 4th, 2024. Tickets will launch early in the spring.
Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country is excited to host the Pig Out Festival and welcome chefs to the region to showcase their brand and talents to 500 guests. In keeping with the sultry summer vibe, this year’s “pork-nic” backyard BBQ theme will embrace the long, dreamy days of late summer. Lounging on a blanket with a glass of bubbles and and oversized sun hat shading your eyes, licking BBQ spice and sauce from your fingers, and gathering at the grill with a delicious glass of wine in-hand.
The star of the show? Pork. Chefs will be stationed throughout the grounds, preparing delectable pork-themed dishes that perfectly complement the wines of the region. Expect mountains of juicy ribs, flavourful pulled pork, locally-made sausages fresh from the grill, and delicious sides and salads.
Location: Cellar Door & More, home to Jackson Triggs & Inniskillin. Pig Out Festival is 19+ only.

Sharkcuterie Food Truck (Church and State Wines)
2023-09-16 12:00 - 16:00
Sharkcuterie Food Truck with chef Sarah Glen is a self-taught artisan cook. The idea was to use fresh local ingredients. From bakers, butchers, and farms. Farm to table in every sense of the phrase. Charcuterie in wine country makes sense.

Folk Concert (Oliver United Church)
2023-09-15 19:00 - 21:00
A folk concert with Canadian songwriters Saskia Delaronde and Nathan Tinkam presented at Oliver United Church. For advance tickets or info call Pat 250-689-2067. Tickets will be available at the door.

Bold Flights with Black Sage Vineyard (Cellar Door & More)
2023-09-14 17:30 - 19:30
Join Cellar Door & More for rich and sumptuous bites paired with Black Sage Vineyard wines.

Oliver Ambassadors (Venables Theatre)
2023-09-12 19:00 - 21:00
Passion Speech Night – The sixteen candidates for Oliver Ambassador have been preparing speeches on topics that they are passionate about. Come enjoy hearing what the youth in our community find interesting or troubling! There is a huge range of topics which will have the audience wondering, thinking, and even giggling. We’ve got all the feels!

10th Anniversary Celebration Dinner (Culmina Family Estate Winery)
2023-09-10 18:00 - 21:00
Join winemaker Jean-Marc and the rest of the Culmina team in celebrating 10 years of Culmina Family Estate Winery. Guests will enjoy an intimate, four-course dinner paired with our award-winning wines, terroir-driven wines. Advance purchase required, 19+ event. Tickets $189 per person, inclusive of tax and gratuity.
Booking Link: https://www.culmina.ca/product/10th-Anniversary-Dinner?productListName=Homepage&position=1

The Weissach Erlebnistour & Track Day Weekend (Oliver Area)
2023-09-10 10:00 - 23:30
The adventure will begin at the meeting point; the Sandman Hotel on the morning of September 10th, where we will convoy through the scenic Sunshine Valley.
The first scheduled stop will be in Princeton for fuel before continuing on to a surprise location for an informal lunch.
Then check-in at the lakeside Watermark Beach Resort where you will have time to relax and freshen up in your deluxe rooms prior to dinner. The group will be meeting up again at the award winning Phantom Creek Estates for the group dinner.
Monday will kick off bright and early, heading off to the Area 27 track, where a driver’s meeting will be the first order of business. Here you will be grouped based on your experience. The instructor Kees
and his team will take over with classroom activity, lead and follow instruction, as well as open driving and will guide you throughout the day.
The day ends with smiles and a certificate for the graduates.
This is a driver education day on a world-class circuit and is guaranteed to enhance your driving skills both on and off the track.
Event by Weissach Group. Established in 1980, Canada’s largest independent Porsche store.

Concert: Malix (Firehall Brewery)
2023-09-09 19:00 - 21:00
A Firehall favourite, Aaron Soberanes, is now touring in a duo: Malix!
Malix is a live looping show with guitars, bass, bongó, cajón AND more! 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).

Youth Disc Party (Oliver Parks and Recreation)
2023-09-08 19:30 - 21:30
A Glow in the Dark Disc Golf Game. Ages 12-17. Bring your own discs or rent from Oliver Parks & Rec.

The Sheepdogs LIVE (District Wine Village)
2023-09-08 19:00 - 22:00
Hailing from Saskatoon, The Sheepdogs are one of Canada’s most successful bands amassing a legion of fans worldwide with their rich harmonies, rounded guitar tones and classic rock influenced sound. The band have scored twelve Top 20’s, with nine of those Top 5’s and three singles taking the #1 spot on Canadian Rock radio including, “Hole Where My Heart Should Be” from their 2018 studio LP Changing Colours.
Most recently their singles spent 89 weeks with at least 1 song in the top 20 at Canadian Rock radio. Hit singles “I Don’t Know” and “Feeling Good” both reached Platinum certification, with “The Way It Is” achieving Gold sales. Additionally, the albums Learn & Burn and The Sheepdogs both achieved Platinum status, and to date the band has been nominated for 11 JUNO awards, including their most recent release “Outta Sight” and winning four of the coveted trophies including Breakthrough Group (2012) and Rock Album of the Year. The band were the first to be selected as the Record Store Day Canada Ambassadors in 2018 and have sold out shows from coast to coast and around the world.

Winemaker Dinner (Nostalgia Wines)
2023-09-07 17:30 - 21:00
Make memories with us during a magical evening of food and wine. Dinner will be enjoyed with beautiful views overlooking the valley and vineyards as the sun sets to the West.
Celebrate the bounty of harvest during a magical evening of food and wine pairings with Nostalgia Wines and Cocktails & Canapés catering. Guests will enjoy passed canapés in the picnic area, transitioning to Nostalgia’s covered pergola area for a seated meal. The mouth-watering, three-course plated dinner menu will be perfectly paired with Nostalgia’s most loved wines. Nostalgia’s ownership, management and winemaking team will be on site to lead guests through the wine pairings and share our unique story with you.
Tickets: $160 per person, plus taxes and optional gratuity. Recollection Wine Club members save 10% on the ticket price, as a club perk! Sign in to receive your member pricing.
Please note:
*In consideration of our wine pairings, we suggest taking a taxi, arranging a safe ride, or carpooling.
*Please let Nostalgia Wines know of any food allergies at the time you purchase your ticket, and Chef will accommodate your needs. Chef can also prepare alternative meals to align with your dietary choices (e.g. vegan/vegetarian/gluten free).
*Tickets are non-refundable. If this event has to be postponed or cancelled, full refunds will be given.
*This is an outdoor event, under a covered pergola. Please dress for the weather, as it will cool when the sun goes down.

Oysters & Bubbles (Miradoro Restaurant at Tinhorn Creek)
2023-09-07 11:30 - 20:00
Join Miradoro Restaurant for Oysters and $10.00 glasses of Stoneboat Piano Brut. Thursdays and Fridays in September.

Firehall Trivia (Firehall Brewery)
2023-09-05 18:30 - 21:30
Tuesday Trivia is free and fun, with weekly prizes and a trophy awarded to the team with the most points over the season! The Summer 2023 Season is July 4 – Sept 19.

3rd Annual Pig Roast (Quinta Ferreira Estate Winery)
2023-09-03 11:00 - 17:00
Quinta Ferreira’s third annual pig roast starts at 11:00am. Lunch is $35 and includes roasted pig off the spit, salad, live entertainment and a glass of wine. Live Music with OK Cherry Pickers

Water Marble All The Things (Phantom Creek Estates)
2023-09-03 11:00 - 13:00
Event by Colour Drop Design, Phantom Creek Estates and Krista Lee Joy Stoneman.
You are invited to a 2-hour water marbling workshop. In this hands-on workshop you will learn and experience the magic of this ancient art. You will follow the steps of a few basic designs and then move onto creating your own interpretations. Join us as we explore marbling different designs onto different materials. You will create uniquely printed items and enjoy a glass of wine and a bar tasting.
What is water marbling? We have a gel surface that we float fluid acrylic paint on. Then you will use rake or stylus to create your design. Once your design is complete you will print your item by laying it into the design. If you can sprinkle cheese on a pizza you can make with this art form.
What are you taking home?
1 Hand fan, 3 fake flowers, 1 picture frame, 1 mini terra cotta pot, 5 wooden beads, 3 flat wood ornaments,1 art canvas, 5 papers and a baseball hat.

Concert: The Vineyard Dogs (Firehall Brewery)
2023-09-02 19:00 - 21:00
Firehall Brewery and Respect Record & Skate are proud to present… The Vineyard Dogs!
The Vineyard Dogs are a 4-piece Canadian Classic Rock band from Oliver, BC, Canada. The band formed in 2020 from a collection of fun-loving musicians who met while jamming with common friends and who all just couldn’t get enough rock music . Their unique brand of entertainment fuses hard hitting grooves, resonant bass, punchy guitars and powerful vocals with all the energy you would expect from a live performance and surprising song variety that will make you want to join the party. The Vineyard Dogs have stepped onto the stage and into the hearts of all who have watched them and have climbed their way to become an upcoming force in the local area music scene.
Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Tickets are non-refundable. Seating will be limited and first-come-first-serve.
Door security will be checking bags, and alcohol consumption is not permitted outside the concert area (ex: parking lot, alleyway, etc).

Nota Bene Social (Black Hills Estate Winery)
2023-09-02 13:00 - 16:30
Celebrate with Black Hills and enjoy their latest wine release and some library wines as we soak up the last rays of summer and welcome the upcoming harvest season. Meet the Makers and engage in lively conversations with their winemaker and cellar team. You’ll learn about the process and passion behind their wines and the stories behind each sip. Sample their iconic wines and indulge in light fare at perfectly paired food and wine stations. The outdoor vineyard lounge will feature live local talent, a DJ, and lawn games with prizes. You’ll even have the opportunity to take a trolley ride to tour the vineyard.
A lovely afternoon of enjoying life’s simple pleasures: savouring fine wine, sharing delightful company, and relaxing in a stunning setting. Let’s toast to the beauty of life, the art of winemaking, and the value of time spent together.
Tickets for this event are $145 (plus taxes). Book now to reserve your place.

The Wienery Food Truck (River Stone Estate Winery)
2023-09-02 11:00 - 17:00
The best dog you ever had! The Wienery is at River Stone Estate Winery. Come and grab a dog and celebrate the long weekend the right way!

Blue Moon Heart Activation (Exhale Art Gallery)
2023-08-31 18:30 - 20:00
Mama Gaia’s Blue Moon Heart Activation with Colleen Risbey of Wild Sage Spirit Arts. A guided heart opening experience through meditation, breath, somatics and wildcrafted arts.

Law of Attraction Food Truck (Church and State Wines)
2023-08-31 12:00 - 16:00
Law of Attraction food truck believes that good food brings about a good life and strives for delicious food made with quality ingredients. Non-GMO products, antibiotic free- and free-range meats, and high-oleic sunflower oil for frying. Menu: https://lawofattractionfoodtruck.ca/menu

Seeing Red - Blind Tasting Experience (Hester Creek Estate Winery)
2023-08-28 11:00 - 12:30
What is the process of making wine? What affects the colour of wine? What factors influence the quality and taste of wine?

Find out the answers to these questions and more as you put your senses to the test with Hester Creek’s new blind tasting experiences.

Seeing Red – August 28 & 29 at 11am
A seated blind-tasting experience in their private Bench Club Lounge. Enjoy a flight of red wines artfully selected by a Hester Creek Wine Ambassador, and put your nose, palate, and deductive reasoning skills to the test. This 90-minute experience is 19+. No children or dogs are permitted in the Bench Club Lounge. Reservations required.

Sunday Music Series (Phantom Creek Estates)
2023-08-27 16:00 - 19:00
Sunday Music Series with Double Stop Creek. Enjoy good wine on our patio and country music from Double Stop Creek. Friends Sue McEvoy and Denise Soule have been performing together since 2018. They are known for their intertwined melodies and double stops from the guitar, dobro and fiddle. Their repertoire consists of an acoustic variety of Country with a sprinkling of Cajun.
To secure your spot book a Seated Tasting Experience. Walk-in seating available, but reservations are strongly recommended.

POSTPONED - Derek Seguin Unmasked & Uncensored Stand-Up Comedy (Venables Theatre)
2023-08-26 19:30 - 21:30
POSTPONED – NEW INFORMATION COMING SOON. Ticket Holders will be contacted soon regarding refunds or exchanges.
The Okanagan Comedy Festival is proud to present comedy superstar Derek Seguin in his hilarious new show Unmasked & Uncensored. Back from the ashes of a Covid-19 comedy career, Derek Seguin is back out on tour with a vengeance. He shares his lock-down experience with his family, how he was somehow chosen by the Quebec government to be the spokesperson on how to stay safe and sound during the pandemic (Seems the government didn’t do its research on role-model candidates), and some new adventures he’s been on during and since the (hopefully) end of the pandemic. And there will probably be some swearing, and a few dirty stories sprinkled in there too. One thing is for certain; Derek is back with a re-invigored enthusiasm and excitement at being back on stage in front of live people. A show not to be missed for anyone who loves stand-up comedy. You will recognize Derek as a favourite on CBC Radio’s, “The Debaters” with more than thirty times and two television recordings of their show.

Concert: Johnny Carwash & The Desert Dawgz (Firehall Brewery)
2023-08-26 19:00 - 21:00
Firehall Brewery is proud to present… Johnny Carwash & The Desert Dawgz! These local rockers rip up the stage with classic tunes from the 50s to today. Come on down to support local, live music and dance the night away!
Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door.

Music Bingo (Oliver Senior Centre)
2023-08-26 16:30 - 21:00
Bar Opens: 4:30 pm; Dinner served at 5:30pm; Bingo begins at 6:30pm.
TICKETS Sold In Advance $20 per person includes Bingo Cards and Dinner (chili, hot dog and salad).

POSTPONED - Tim Nutt and Friends Comedy Gala (Venables Theatre)
2023-08-24 19:30 - 21:30
POSTPONED – NEW INFORMATION COMING SOON. Ticket Holders will be contacted soon regarding refunds or exchanges.
The Okanagan Comedy Festival is proud to present this all-star gala hosted by the hilarious Tim Nutt. Tim has gathered some of his favorite comedians to join him in this special show loaded with an embarrassment of headline talent that will be sure to have you laughing until it hurts! Joining Tim will be Matt Baker and Canadian comedy legend Mike Wilmot!

POSTPONED - Daniel Wesley Concert (District Wine Village)
2023-08-24 19:00 - 22:00
POSTPONED | DATE TBD
Daniel Wesley’s music has always been a call to live life to the fullest. And on Beach Music, the West Coast singer/songwriter’s ninth full-length album, that call rings out more clearly than ever. Recorded with producer John Raham at Afterlife Studios, Beach Music finds Wesley reaffirming his roots, but also expanding on his signature brand of reggae-tinged beach music. From highly personal tracks like ‘See Your Star’ and ‘Older Now’, to lighthearted offerings such as lead single and post-legalization anthem, ‘Fire’, the common thread on Beach Music is Wesley’s willingness to navigate life carefully but with open arms, taking it all as it comes, and enjoying every moment.
