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Downtown Kelowna is host to many exciting events all through the year. Whether hosted by the Association, the city, or other businesses or partners you’re sure to find something fun to do in #downtownkelowna. Find out more about what’s happening below.

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Downtown After 5

Arguably Kelowna’s best business casual mixer, Downtown Kelowna After 5 turns traditional networking into a chance to unwind and get to know your neighbours. These events routinely draw 200+ guests looking to socialize, network, share ideas, and have a great time ‘After 5’.

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Winter Market & Light Up

Relive the magic as thousands celebrated the magic of the Holiday Season at the Downtown Kelowna Winter Street Market & Light Up.

See you in December!

 

Events in Downtown Kelowna

Organizing an event in Downtown Kelowna? We automatically source and list events posted on Google Events, Eventbrite or Facebook. Ensure it’s within the Downtown boundary, and we’ll handle the rest!

Together, let’s keep our community vibrant and engaged!

April 2, 2024

UBCO Distinguished Speaker: Dr. Morten Meldal

The Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science is pleased to invite the community to this spring’s Distinguished Speaker Series event featuring

Nobel Prize Winner
Dr. Morten Meldal
From Molecule to Medicine: How Modern Chemistry is Transforming the Way We Treat Disease

About the talk:

Many of us rely on prescription medication to manage our health—but how often do we think about the science behind the drug?

Chemists work to understand and control complicated chemical processes to advance knowledge in fields like healthcare and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

In 2022, Dr. Morten Meldal was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his part in developing a process that turns chemicals into parts that click together like LEGO®. The process has been used to create and screen millions of complex chemicals to identify those most suitable for drug development.

In his talk, Dr. Meldal will discuss how this LEGO®-like process is opening new doors in the treatment of infectious and metabolic illnesses like cancer, obesity, Alzheimer’s and dementia, and how this process is being used to generate new antibiotics to combat ever-changing superbugs commonly found in hospitals.

Finally, he’ll share his inspiring journey to becoming a Nobel Laureate, the importance of serendipity in research, and give his thoughts on how investing in science education today can lead to sounder policy and a better-informed society tomorrow.

About the speaker:

Dr. Morten Meldal is a Danish Chemist and Professor of Chemistry at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark.

He received his Master of Science and PhD in Chemical Engineering from the Technical University of Denmark.

An internationally-recognized leader in the field of chemical engineering, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2022, alongside colleagues Barry Sharpless and Carolyn Bartozzi, for the ground-breaking development of “click chemistry” and “biorthogonal chemistry”.

The methods they developed are now used globally in pharmaceutical development, DNA-mapping, and in the creation of new materials for industries like healthcare.

April 3, 2024

UBCO Distinguished Speaker: Dr. Phaedria Marie St. Hilaire

The Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science is pleased to invite the community to this spring’s Distinguished Speaker Series event featuring

International Business Leader
Dr. Phaedria Marie St. Hilaire
Harnessing the Potential of Diversity and Gender Equality in Business

About the talk:
Diversity is good business.

Research shows that large companies with gender diverse leadership teams are 25% more likely to outperform their non-diverse industry peers financially. That number rises to 36% for ethnically diverse teams.

Yet in 2024, there remains a gender gap in fields like science, technology, engineering and mathematics, in leadership roles and in economic empowerment.

On average, women form only 25% of workers in engineering and artificial Intelligence, fields that are driving the fourth industrial revolution.

Men also outnumber women board members at a rate of three to one, and women continue to pay a “motherhood” penalty that negatively impacts their earnings and employment.

Recently in North America, instead of embracing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, it appears a backlash has arisen, with some prominent businessmen proclaiming “DEI must DIE”.

Could there be a ripple effect in business across the globe?

In this talk, Dr. St. Hilaire will present the state of DEI in 2024, and offer tips to ensure diversity and gender balance initiatives are effective and beneficial to all of society.

About the speaker:
Dr. Phaedria Marie St. Hilaire is an international business leader with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. She has held leadership positions at global companies like Carlsberg Group and Novo Nordisk, and is the founder of a non-profit group called ProWoC, or the Professional Women of Colour Network in Denmark.

Originally from Dominica, Dr. St. Hilaire is known for inspiring and driving cross-functional, multicultural teams to deliver results.

In addition to holding a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Duke University in the United States, Dr. St. Hilaire holds a degree in Business Administration from Copenhagen Business School.

A skilled public speaker and storyteller, Dr. St. Hilaire is passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging, and changing the gender and race narrative.

April 4, 2024

Tiny Dancers

Welcome to Tiny Dancers, a delightful dance experience designed exclusively for children aged 4 to 6 years old! Our kid's dance class is a fantastic opportunity for your little one to explore the joy of movement in a fun and creative environment.

Class Highlights:Creative Movement: Our classes focus on fostering creativity and self-expression through movement. Toddlers will engage in activities that encourage them to express themselves through dance, enhancing their imagination and confidence.

Playful Choreography: Kids will learn simple and engaging dance routines set to kid-friendly music. These routines are designed to enhance coordination, motor skills, and rhythm while keeping the atmosphere light-hearted and enjoyable.

Social Interaction: Our kid's dance class provides a wonderful opportunity for your child to interact with peers in a supportive and friendly atmosphere. Building social skills at a young age is an integral part of our program.

Gentle Introduction to Structure: While maintaining a play-based approach, our classes introduce toddlers to basic dance class structure. This includes warm-ups, dance activities, and cool-downs, helping them understand the concept of routine in a gentle and age-appropriate manner.

Developmental Benefits: The class is designed to enhance gross motor skills, balance, coordination, and rhythm in a way that aligns with the developmental milestones of children.

Class Details:

Age Group: 4 to 6 years old
Duration: 60 minutes per session
Frequency: Weekly
Attire: Comfortable clothing and bare feet or non-slip socks

Price: $20 Drop-In OR $90 6-Week Bundle

Register on Mindbody or call Sweat Studios @ 778-484-0476

Space is limited so reserve your spot today!

Winter Street Market

A magical day, kicking off the holiday season with thousands of visitors in the heart of Downtown. Loads of vendors and activities to get the whole family into the holiday spirit.

Taste of Downtown

Explore local eateries & drinkeries with Taste of Downtown! Celebrate Downtown Kelowna’s food & drink scene by trying delicious free samples, collecting signatures in your passport and entering to win great prizes.

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