Okanagan Events Calendar

๐Ÿ“… 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 โ€” 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 โ€” bookmark this page and check back often.

๐ŸŽ‰ 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.


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Festivals & Community Events

Annual celebrations, cultural events, street fairs, harvest festivals, and the big seasonal gatherings that define life in the valley.

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Farmers Markets & Food Events

Weekly markets, chef dinners, vineyard events, orchard pop-ups, and food-first experiences across Penticton, Oliver, Osoyoos, and beyond.

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Live Music, Arts & Culture

Outdoor concerts, gallery openings, theatre, film screenings, and the creative community that gives this valley its character.

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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.

๐Ÿ—“ 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 โ€” check back regularly as the season builds.

Winter Spring โœ“ Summer Fall

New monthly calendars are added as the season approaches. Know about an event we should include? Send us a note.

โ“ Common Questions

Okanagan Events FAQ

Everything you need to know about how this page works and what to expect.

  • What kinds of events are covered on this page?

    We cover a wide range of events happening across the South Okanagan โ€” 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.

  • How often is the events calendar updated?

    Monthly event pages are published ahead of each month and updated as new information becomes available. This hub page is updated whenever a new monthly calendar goes live. For the most current events, always check the current month’s calendar page directly, as event dates and details can change.

  • Does this page only focus on the South Okanagan?

    Primarily yes โ€” 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.

  • Where do I find the latest events calendar?

    The most current calendar is always linked at the top of this page under the “On Now” section and in the calendar grid below. Right now, that’s the April 2026 Events Calendar. As new monthly pages are published, they’ll appear in the calendar grid above and in the featured section โ€” so bookmarking this hub page is the easiest way to stay current.

  • Are the events listed family-friendly?

    Many of the events we feature are family-friendly โ€” 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 โ€” those are almost always appropriate for all ages.

  • I’m an event organizer โ€” 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.

๐Ÿก 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 โ€” 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.