📅 What’s On in the Valley
Okanagan
Events
From summer wine festivals and lakeside concerts to farmers markets, fall harvest fairs, and local community celebrations — the South Okanagan is alive year-round. This is your central hub for discovering what’s happening across the valley.
Browse by month, season, and community. New event calendars are added regularly — bookmark this page and check back often.
Updated Daily · South Okanagan & Similkameen
Happening Today & This Weekend
2 verified events are listed for today. This section is refreshed from LiTO’s verified monthly calendar each morning.
10 Sat Oct
Penticton Farmers' Market
🛍️ Recurring market · Free · Markets
10 Sat Oct
Saturday Science Series: Twenty Years of Astronomical Projects
🔭 Science & Education · Free
No verified events match that filter. Try All This Week or view the full monthly calendar.
Last reviewed: October 10, 2026 · Event details can change; confirm with the official organizer before attending.
🎉 Something for Everyone
What You’ll Find Here
The Okanagan has one of the most active event scenes in BC. Whether you’re a local looking for weekend plans or someone considering a move to the valley, there’s always something worth showing up for.
Festivals & Community Events
Annual celebrations, cultural events, street fairs, harvest festivals, and the big seasonal gatherings that define life in the valley.
Farmers Markets & Food Events
Weekly markets, chef dinners, vineyard events, orchard pop-ups, and food-first experiences across Penticton, Oliver, Osoyoos, and beyond.
Live Music, Arts & Culture
Outdoor concerts, gallery openings, theatre, film screenings, and the creative community that gives this valley its character.
Family, Sports & Seasonal
Kids activities, trail races, sporting events, holiday markets, ski season openers, and the kinds of weekends that make people want to move here.
📌 On Now
This Month in the Okanagan
October brings science, fall markets, live music, theatre, golf, motorsports, food experiences, arts and Halloween activities to Penticton, Kaleden, Oliver and Osoyoos.
October 2026 Events Calendar
Your verified guide to 20 dated October events plus the Penticton Farmers’ Market series, with science, arts, racing, golf, concerts, theatre, food, books, comedy and Halloween activities.
October
2026 · South Okanagan
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🗓 2026 Event Calendars
Browse Events by Month
Click any active month to view the full events calendar for that period. New months are published on an ongoing basis — check back regularly as the season builds.
January
2026February
2026March
2026 — PastCatch up on what happened in March across the South Okanagan.
April
2026 — PastCatch up on what happened in April across the South Okanagan.
May
2026 — PastCatch up on what happened in May across the South Okanagan.
June
2026 — PastCatch up on what happened in June across the South Okanagan.
July
2026 — PastCatch up on what happened in July across the South Okanagan.
August
2026 — PastPeach Festival, Mount Kobau Star Party, astronomy, live music, markets and more.
September
2026 — PastDragon boats, arts and culture, Salmon Feast, harvest celebrations, food festivals and markets.
October
2026 — Live NowScience, arts, motorsports, golf, concerts, theatre, markets, food, comedy and Halloween.
November
2026December
2026New monthly calendars are added as the season approaches. Know about an event we should include? Send us a note.
🌄 Keep Exploring
Events by Lifestyle
Events are just one part of what makes the Okanagan special. Explore more of what life here looks like — from wine trails to mountain trails to lakeside afternoons.
Wineries & Tasting Guide
Explore the South Okanagan’s wine country — from Oliver’s Golden Mile to Naramata Bench.
Explore wineries →Hiking & Outdoors
Trail guides, best hikes by season, and outdoor adventures across the valley.
Hit the trails →Beaches & Lakes
The best swimming spots, boat launches, and lake access across Osoyoos, Skaha, and Okanagan Lake.
Find a beach →Skiing in the Okanagan
Winter events, ski season highlights, and where to find the slopes across the interior.
View ski guide →Blog
Community spotlights, neighbourhood guides, lifestyle posts, and stories from life in the valley.
Read the blog →YouTube Channel
Watch local neighbourhood tours, real estate walkthroughs, and life-in-the-Okanagan videos.
Watch videos →🏘 Town by Town
Explore Events by Community
Every town in the South Okanagan has its own personality — and its own calendar. Explore what makes each community unique, and discover events that are rooted in local culture.
Penticton
South Okanagan · City
Explore community →Summerland
South Okanagan · District
Explore community →Oliver
South Okanagan · Wine Country
Explore community →Osoyoos
South Okanagan · Desert Town
Explore community →Keremeos
Similkameen · Fruit Stand Capital
Explore community →Princeton
Similkameen · Gateway Town
Explore community →Hedley
Similkameen · Heritage Village
Explore community →Kaleden
South Okanagan · Lakeside
Explore community →Naramata
South Okanagan · Bench Country
Explore community →❓ Common Questions
Okanagan Events FAQ
Everything you need to know about how this page works and what to expect.
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What kinds of events are covered on this page?
We cover a wide range of events happening across the South Okanagan — including farmers markets, wine and food festivals, live music, theatre, outdoor adventure events, sporting competitions, holiday markets, family days, and community gatherings. If it’s worth showing up for, it belongs here. We focus primarily on events in Penticton, Oliver, Osoyoos, Summerland, Naramata, Keremeos, Princeton, and the surrounding area.
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How often is the events calendar updated?
Monthly event pages are published ahead of each month and updated as verified information changes. For the most current events, use the October 2026 Events Calendar and confirm details directly with the official organizer before attending.
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Does this page only focus on the South Okanagan?
Primarily yes — our home base is the South Okanagan Valley, from Penticton south to Osoyoos, plus the Similkameen corridor including Keremeos and Princeton. That said, we occasionally highlight significant events in Kelowna, West Kelowna, Summerland, and the broader Okanagan region when they’re worth knowing about. Our community pages cover the full range.
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Where do I find the latest events calendar?
The current calendar is linked at the top of this page and in the month grid. Right now, that is the October 2026 Events Calendar. Bookmarking this hub is the easiest way to stay current as new monthly pages are published.
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Are the events listed family-friendly?
Many of the events we feature are family-friendly — farmers markets, outdoor festivals, community days, holiday events, and sports are all great for kids. For adult-oriented events like wine festivals or evening concerts, we note the nature of the event clearly. If you’re planning a family weekend, look for events tagged or described as community days, markets, or seasonal outdoor activities — those are almost always appropriate for all ages.
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I’m an event organizer — how do I get my event listed?
We’d love to hear from you. If you’re organizing an event in the South Okanagan or Similkameen region and want to make sure it’s included in an upcoming monthly calendar, reach out via our contact page. Include the event name, date, location, a brief description, and any ticketing or registration link, and we’ll do our best to include it in the relevant monthly post.
🏡 More Than Events
The Okanagan Is a Way of Life
Events are a window into what it actually feels like to live here. Living in the Okanagan goes deeper — exploring the communities, neighbourhoods, real estate, and everyday life that make this valley one of the most sought-after places to call home in BC. Whether you’re already here or still deciding, this site is built to help you find your place in the valley.
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