We revisit our thrilling interpretation of Ernst T.A. Hoffmann’s holiday classic. Created by Cirque du Soleil artist Manon Beaudoin with an incredible ensemble of artists, THE NUTCRACKER WINTER SLEIGH RIDE SHOW weaves the magic of the winter landscape with stunning circus elements and a fleet of heavy horses to revamp an old chestnut. Told with...
Each year gets better and better... get ready for the brightest year yet! With over 1 million lights, endless photo opportunities and new light displays, WILDLIGHTS presented by MJB Lawyers returns. Wildlights will run December 15 - January 7, 2024 from 4:00pm - 9:00pm nightly, excluding Christmas Day. Over 1 million magical lights will turn on at...
Celebrate New Year's Eve in Kelowna Valley First "New York New Years" is an annual family-friendly celebration to ring in Kelowna’s New Year, and one of the only free, all-ages events happening on New Year’s Eve. This one-night event, held in Stuart Park and at the Kelowna Community Theatre, features activities, and entertainment that appeals to a wide range...
Corteo, Cirque du Soleil’s most enchanting arena production, is back in North America and heading to Penticton, set to charm audiences for the very first time. This one-of-a-kind production, directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca, was performed for the first time in Montreal in April 2005. Since its creation, the show has dazzled over 10 million...
Every January the BC Restaurant and Food Association hosts the Dine Around - Sip, Savour & Stay! event. Dine Around encourages patrons to come out and experience a set dining menu during the slower times of the year and adds benefit to the local hospitality industry.
Sip, Savour & Stay in the South Okanagan! Explore the unlimited tastes of BC January 17 - February 11, 2024
Through late January to early February, you can Sip, Savour and Save your way around Kelowna and the Central Okanagan. More than 50 restaurants are featuring three-course menus for $25, $35, $45, $55, and $65 per person. The Dine Around Launch Party kicks off the event on January 16, 2024. Guests will visit food, wine and beer booths...
What is Living Things? It’s groundbreaking theatre, art and performances that will leave you feeling exhilarated. These are the shows that get big cities buzzing. Taking place annually during the winter Living Things is a spectacle of live theatre, performance art, dance and music. In 2024, there will be performances from Romania, Madagascar, Germany, Montreal, and Vancouver. At Living Things,...
Come for a fun date night, create a clay project and enjoy a glass of wine, beer, or mocktail. In this 3-hour workshop, you will learn a few hand-building techniques while building and decorating two individual pieces which can fit together. Firing and glazing are done for you and pieces will be available to pick...
Join us for the most anticipated event of the season – the PRIDE WINTER BALL on Saturday, January 27th! Back by popular demand, this year’s extravaganza promises to be unforgettable. Tickets drop soon, and with limited numbers, don’t miss your chance to snag yours! Stay tuned to the SOS Pride Facebook and Instagram pages for ticket release info and details...
Modelled after Fringe Festivals all over the world, the Kelowna Fringe is an uncensored arts festival where performers are chosen at random in a lottery. They’ve been given the freedom to create whatever show they want, which allows for a diverse and exciting line-up. At its core, Fringe is a unique showcase of drama, comedy, musical theatre, clown,...
The Snakebite Film Festival started in Penticton in 2017. The Vision of the Festival is “Awakening Culture, Uniting Communities”. The dream was to have a film festival that showcases all of the stories that exist in Penticton and the South Okanagan and highlight the rich diversity that may be perceived as invisible. The Festival is...
