Kelowna Events by Month (2025 Guide)

Kelowna hosts festivals, markets, sports events, concerts, seasonal celebrations, and cultural activities throughout the year. This overview provides a month-by-month snapshot of the types of events you can typically expect in Kelowna, West Kelowna, Peachland, and Lake Country.

For up-to-date individual event listings, visit:

• Tourism Kelowna event calendarhttps://www.tourismkelowna.com/events/

• City of Kelowna events and activitieshttps://www.kelowna.ca/our-community/events-activities

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If you need transportation to or from events, WestCabs provides service across the Central Okanagan.

Call or text: 778-754-8888

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January

Typical January events include:

• New Year’s celebrations

• winter festivals

• Big White winter activities

• indoor sports tournaments

• theatre and live-performance shows

Winter driving conditions are common; plan transportation accordingly.

February

February often features:

• Family Day long-weekend activities

• winter wine events

• Big White snow festivals

• Valentine’s dining specials and packages

Outdoor winter events may depend on weather.

March

March marks the transition to spring with:

• early-season wine events

• university and school break activities

• late-season skiing at Big White

• indoor concerts and cultural performances

Snow can still be present in higher elevations.

April

April typically includes:

• blossom-season drives and photography

• Easter activities and markets

• early outdoor races and cycling events

• spring winery openings and patio launches

Orchard blossom timing varies with weather each year.

May

May is a busy kickoff to warm-weather season with:

• May Long Weekend events

• winery and patio season opening

• hiking and biking season

• spring markets and outdoor festivals

Temperatures warm up, but evenings can still be cool.

June

June generally includes:

• outdoor concerts

• lake and boating activities

• farmers’ market expansion

• early summer festivals

• graduation-season events

Tourism begins to increase toward summer peak.

July

July is one of Kelowna’s busiest months and often includes:

• Canada Day events

• waterfront festivals

• beach and lake activities

• live music and food truck events

• sporting events and tournaments

Book transportation and reservations in advance when possible.

August

August highlights often include:

• summer concert series

• wine-country tours

• lake-based recreation

• Peachland and West Kelowna waterfront events

• agricultural fairs in surrounding regions

This is peak tourism month, and parking can be limited.

September

September is harvest season and commonly features:

• winery harvest events

• fall markets

• cultural festivals

• late-summer concerts and outdoor activities

Temperatures are warm during the day and cooler at night.

October

October typically includes:

• pumpkin patches and corn mazes

• Thanksgiving long-weekend travel

• fall wine releases

• Halloween events and haunted attractions

Fall colours are at their peak in many areas.

November

November is a quieter transition month, often including:

• early holiday craft markets

• indoor concerts and theatre

• wine and dining specials

• pre-winter events

Some outdoor attractions reduce hours this month.

December

December highlights often include:

• holiday light displays

• Christmas markets

• New Year’s Eve celebrations

• winter activities at Big White

• indoor family events

Event popularity increases during school holidays.

Transportation to Kelowna Events Without a Car

If you do not want to drive or expect limited parking at major events, WestCabs can provide transportation to:

• concerts and arenas

• winery and festival venues

• downtown event areas

• waterfront parks and fireworks

• hotels and vacation rentals

• Kelowna International Airport (YLW)

Call or text: 778-754-8888

Download the WestCabs App on iOS and Android

Available 24/7, year-round.