Events

Bourbon and Broadway
Get ready for live performances of your favourite musical theatre numbers from every era on Broadway—duets with bite, and full-throttle showstoppers. Take your chances with our infamous “Belt It or Botch It” game, where brave souls step into the spotlight. And to top it all off? We’re closing the night with a musical twist like no other: the most epic game of Broadway Bingo you’ve ever played.

Step into the shadows and surrender to the allure of After Dark: A Cabaret Affair—a decadent fundraiser series in support of Sassafras & Co.'s upcoming production of A Streetcar Named Desire. This isn’t just a show. It’s an experience. An invitation to a world where sultry melodies, raw emotion, and unapologetic artistry collide under the glow of dim-lit chandeliers.

For five unforgettable nights, we’re turning up the heat with a lineup of powerhouse vocalists, smouldering movement, and show-stopping performances that pulse with desire, heartbreak, and unrelenting fire.

WHEN & WHERE
Five Saturdays leading up to Opening Night of A Streetcar Named Desire
Exclusive, Intimate Venue – Location revealed upon ticket purchase
Doors open at 7:00 PM | Show at 7:30 PM

JOIN US
Indulge in a night (or five) where elegance meets seduction, and artistry knows no bounds. Whether you come for the music, the magic, or the mischief, After Dark is where it all begins.

Limited seating. Maximum impact. Reserve your place before the night disappears.
The Velvet Pass Ticket Packages Available Now For $125.00
Includes:
Five AFTER DARK evenings
A Signature cocktail at each
Front Row seats
Your Ticket to A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE.
*ONLY 20 PACKAGES AVAILABLE!

Single Tickets For $27.50

Join local artist Raj Jain at Studio On Water for a fun, beginner-friendly outdoor watercolor workshop! Explore Kelowna’s streets, waterfront, and hidden spots while learning easy watercolor and ink techniques in a relaxed, urban sketching style. Sessions run every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon throughout the summer. No experience needed – just bring your curiosity!

Details and registration: studioonwater.com

Arts on the Avenue is back for its 10th anniversary season—and it’s bigger, bolder, and more interactive than ever. Taking over downtown Kelowna on Tuesday, July 15 and Thursday, July 31, this two-night celebration transforms Bernard Avenue into a vibrant, walkable gallery with a market, interactive workshops, and live performances.

Visitors can also explore hands-on activities like printmaking, calligraphy, origami, improv theatre, and hoop dancing—each led by local artists and cultural groups. Expect spontaneous encounters with roaming characters from Whalemade Productions and live musical performances.

Arts on the Avenue has earned its reputation as one of Kelowna’s most artist-focused events. Originally launched in 2015 it helped shaped the festival scene of downtown and remains a key event for celebrating local talent.

Presented by Festivals Kelowna and supported by a diverse lineup of partners—including Livessence Society, Le Centre Culturel Francophone de l'Okanagan, Opus Art Supplies, and the Okanagan Regional Library—the event is proudly free and open to the whole community.

Drop by for a night of colour, creativity, and community, or RSVP at festivalskelowna.com.