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Pancake breakfast this Canada Day at Community Park, Join Oliver Parks and Recreation for breakfast, lawn games and music. This event is sponsored by Kevin’s No Frills and funded in part by the Government of Canada. FREE Family Swim at 1:30pm.
74th Annual Osoyoos Cherry Fiesta 8:30 am – 10:30 Rotary Pancake Breakfast at Town Square; 11am – Parade down Main Street Entertainment at Gyro Park – 12pm Cliff McIntyre Band; 1:15pm Opening Ceremony; 1:45pm Gift of Dance; 2:30pm Pie Eating Competition, Potato Sack & 3 Legged Races & Tug-of-War 4pm Uncorked; 5:15pm Punjabi Bhangra Dancers; 6:30pm […]
After taking in the fantastic Cherry Fiesta Canada Day Parade in Osoyoos why not pack a yummy lunch and bring your family and friends for more fun-filled activities at the Osoyoos Desert Centre! Enjoy a guided tour along the boardwalk trail and take part in an exciting desert-themed scavenger hunt! Join in on games and […]
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. […]
NEW this season: Nostalgia’s Sunset Lounge 5-7pm every Thursday, Friday and Saturdays for wine, cocktails, beer and snacks at Nostalgia Wines.From July 11-August 17th Nostalgia Wines will offer these late hours DAILY. They have mixed up a fab cocktail list for you.
Music in the Park returns with a fantastic lineup! Concerts are held at Oliver Community Park & Stage. Admission by donation. Bring your lawn chair or blanket. Shop local vendors and food trucks. July 4 – Moving Lines; July 11 – Yard Katz; July 18 – S.O. Big Band; July 25 – The Melomaniacs August […]
Nostalgia is pleased to welcome a variety of food truck partners for “Food Truck Fridays” during the 2024 summer season. Everyone has so much fun on Fridays that the winery added some other days, too! They invite you to join for a glass, bottle, or flight of Nostalgia Wines in their scenic, grassy picnic area […]
Back for a third season – Join Culmina Family Estate Winery for live music, canapés and wine in the vineyard! L’ Apéro ~ the French tradition of gathering at the end of the day to unwind and spend time together.Visit the vineyard and get to know the Culmina team, and enjoy small bites, award winning […]
NEW this season: Nostalgia’s Sunset Lounge 5-7pm every Thursday, Friday and Saturdays for wine, cocktails, beer and snacks at Nostalgia Wines.From July 11-August 17th Nostalgia Wines will offer these late hours DAILY. They have mixed up a fab cocktail list for you.
Join Colour Drop Design at JoiRyde Winery at the District Wine Village in Oliver for a 2.5 hour silk scarf workshop.Pick your choice of one of the two sessions: Start at 12:30 pm or 3:00 pm Colour Drop Design brings the beautiful, ancient art of water marbling to the 21st century by inviting you to […]
The Okanagan Valley is home to an incredible array of talented and up-and-coming musicians. These musicians are carefully chosen to suit the culture of Hester Creek. As Director of Operations, Roger Gillespie would say, “All things good in life, wine, food and music”. Join us from 1-4 every Saturday and Sunday all summer long, enjoy […]
Join VinAmité Cellars in their wine lounge to enjoy the live music of musician, Lewis Cardinal. Lewis will be playing a collection of his original work, as well as an array of covers. Wine by the glass available as well as beer, cocktails, and charcuterie! Entry is by donation. Reservations appreciated, as space is limited. […]
Grassland Species and Conservation – Sunday July 7thGrasslands cover less than 1% of BC yet are home to over 30% of species at risk. Join Mike Dedels, Grasslands Conservation Council of BC Executive Director and learn about the different types of grasslands in the Okanagan and the ecological services that they provide. Mike will also […]
Enjoy a nice glass of wine, amazing views and some acoustic tunes from Moving Lines! See you there!
“What’s on Your Face? The Ripoff Artists Reveal All from July 8th to July 13th. Opening Reception on Monday, July 8th from 6pm to 8pm at Quail’s Nest Arts Centre. Meet the Artists Tuesday to Saturday 9am – 3pm.
The Oliver Ambassador Program presents… the Bandai Burger & Beverage Fundraiser! Help raise funds for the Sister City of Bandai Youth Ambassador Delegation. Beef, grilled chicken, and veggie patties available. Tickets are $25 including tax and gratuity. Plus a silent auction! Tickets available online. For more information, please contact oliverambassadors@live.ca or text: 250-498-7397.
Experience the Flavors of India at Manzil Restaurant. Indulge in a culinary journey from Kashmir to Kanyakumari at Manzil’s exclusive Long Table Dinner Series. Join them for an evening of exquisite dishes crafted with authentic ingredients and traditional techniques that celebrate India’s diverse culinary heritage.7 Course Tasting Menu: 1) Veg Momos & tomato garlic chutney 2) […]
The Agency presents WEST COAST CHICAGO “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day Tour”There are extremely few Chicago tribute bands in the world and West Coast Chicago is arguably the cream of the crop, musically, vocally, and visually. West Coast Chicago captures the authentic sound of Chicago’s over two-decade span of hits from 1969 to 1991. Don’t miss […]
Join celebrated artist Dale Matthews in the iconic Antelope-brush landscape of the Osoyoos Desert Centre. Dale will demonstrate a wash technique, drawing into a painting, and various methods using frisket, plastic cards, knives, and sticks. Dale Matthews, FCA was born in 1938 in Rossland, BC. From an early age Dale preferred drawing and painting the […]
The Art of Pairing: A Guided Food and Wine ExperienceJoin Fairview Cellars for “The Art of Pairing,” a delightful journey into the world of food and wine pairing. This 1.5-hour event held every Saturday is designed to be both educational and fun, perfect for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Our intimate group […]
The Wienery will be serving up their award winning gourmet hot dogs at River Stone on Saturday, July 13th and Saturday, August 10th from 11am to 5pm!Join us for a casual bite to eat and a glass of wine (or try one of our mini bottles!) in our tranquil garden. Reservations are recommended for wine […]
The 12th Okanagan Granfondo Penticton returns to Penticton and the Oliver area. This mass cycling event ranks as one of North America’s premier cycling events that attracts recreational, elite and pro cyclists for an epic weekend of road cycling in the heart of British Columbia’s Okanagan wine country. Cyclists can choose from one of four […]
Join Bartier Bros. Winery on Sundays this summer for the best dog in the Okanagan. Grab your friends and join us at the winery for some delicious grilled wieners, a bottle of wine, and a game of Bocce. Hot dogs and non-alcholic beverages can be purchased from The Wienery. We have limited seating in our […]
Bring your lunch, grab a glass or bottle of wine to share and enjoy free live music on the patio with Stephen Clarke, a retired teacher … a superb musician…golfer …curler. Local favourite entertainer.
Moon Coin Productions presents ABRA CADABRA – A Tribute to the Music of ABBA ABBA fans! Mark your calendars because on July 15th ABBA Tribute “ABRA Cadabra” returns to the Frank Venables Theatre for their Summer Sizzler Concert Series! Escape the Summer heat inside of a cool theatre enjoying this all ages & family friendly […]
SOLD OUT! It was 2016’s Blue Highways that Colin James found himself on a blues chart: the album spent 10 weeks at No. 1 on the Roots Music Report’s Blues Chart. It also landed him one of his biggest hits: “Riding in the Moonlight,” a Willie Dixon song that garnered millions of streams on Spotify. […]
Savour a sun-soaked afternoon on the Golden Mile Bench at Rust Wine Co. while you sip wine and get serenaded with the sweet sounds of Lewis Cardinal! No cover charge, just show up. Does it get any sweeter than a glass of the good stuff, a view, and a talented fellow killin’ you softly with […]
Sign up for this fun wet felting class. Take home a one-of-a-kind felted vessel. Price includes all materials. Just bring a large towel.
Snakes of the Okanagan – Saturday July 20thCome join Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre biologists Jenna Hardy and Robin Jans to learn about the ongoing joint projects between Nk’Mip and the White Lake Basin. These projects focus on the conservation of our local snakes including Rattlesnakes, Gopher snakes, and Yellow-bellied racers! Jenna and Robin will be […]
Phantom Creek Estates is thrilled to announce that Soirée en Rouge is back this year! The event promises to be a night of fun, filled with exquisite wines, delicious food, and live music for dancing. Don’t forget to dress in your best red outfit! Giving Back – Join a night of elegance, all in the […]
Enjoy the soulful melodies of Bianca Berkland at Quinta Ferreira Winery. An exceptionally gifted, modern jazz and soul pianist and multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and performer based out of the Okanagan, BC. Her growing presence in the Okanagan region over the past 6 years performing jazz, soul and pop, rock cover songs with a jazz influence ignited […]
Get ready for an electrifying evening of classic rock at Nostalgia Wines, as Bandidos Band takes the stage on July 24, 2024, from 5-8pm!Born out of a deep passion for music and art, Bandidos bring the soul of classic rock to life like never before. With their infectious energy and undeniable talent, they’ve captured the […]
From the Ground Up: Bringing Back the Burrowing Owl – Thursday July 25thThe Western Burrowing Owl, Athene cunicularia hypugaea, is a species at risk in Canada and was extirpated from BC in the 1980s. For 30 years the Burrowing Owl Conservation Society of British Columbia has been working on reintroducing Burrowing Owls to the grasslands […]
Join Kismet Estate Winery on July 26th for a vibrant celebration of the Holi Festival! Starting at 1 PM, immerse yourself in a day filled with colour, music, and joy. Dance to the beats of a live DJ and savour a variety of delicious Indian street snacks. Each guest will receive a Kismet stemless plastic […]
Alex Tells Jokes presented by ECL ProductionsGet ready to embark on a joy-filled journey with the one and only happiness cheerleader, comedian Alex Mackenzie, as he kicks off his highly anticipated 2024 stand-up comedy tour, “The Happy Camper Tour”! With over 100 million views online, Alex has captured the hearts and funny bones of audiences […]
Saddle up to the Rust Wine Co. patio on the Golden Mile Bench for some sips & smoked deliciousness! Rust Wine will be slangin’ the good juice, and the Pit Stop Smokery food truck will be on-site all day serving up epic BBQ fare to go with. No cover charge, just show up! Tastings & […]
From Cardiff, Wales, Lewis Cardinal is a highly skilled guitarist and vocalist with a passion for creating captivating musical experiences.
Meyer Family Vineyards and Mayhem Wines presents Jack and Jill on Saturday, July 27.This will be Jack and Jill’s third show at Meyer Family Vineyards, a sell-out each year and a party you won’t want to miss. This lively crew brings down the house with an upbeat rock & roll set list. The dance floor […]
Bring your lunch, grab a glass or bottle of wine to share and enjoy free live music on the patio with Double Stop Creek. Come join Double Stop Creek for an afternoon “…with spectacular views from the incredible courtyard patio overlooking the picturesque landscape of Quinta Ferreira Estate Winery…” while enjoying award winning wines.
Step right up for a week-long circus extravaganza! Green Fools Theatre Society is coming to Oliver July 29 – August 2 to teach circus for ages 8 to 14. The camp is hosted by Venables Theatre and will allow youth to try a multitude of circus disciplines including stilts, unicycles, juggling, walking barrels, and more. For […]
Nostalgia is pleased to welcome a variety of food truck partners for “Food Truck Fridays” during the 2024 summer season. Everyone has so much fun on Fridays that the winery added some other days, too! They invite you to join for a glass, bottle, or flight of Nostalgia Wines in their scenic, grassy picnic area […]
The Fire Paradox – Saturday August 3rdRecent wildfires have been devastating in the Okanagan, but the reality is that our grasslands and dry forests were historically fire-maintained. Ecologist Don Gayton has studied the role of fire extensively and will present an interactive talk on this controversial subject. All Nature Talks start at 11 am and […]
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