Events
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Our Events & Promotions
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.
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’.
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
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Together, let’s keep our community vibrant and engaged!
q’sapi? A long long time ago : syilx Okanagan Storytelling
Come enjoy an afternoon of immersive storytelling through the use of giant puppets. This theatrical and interactive program is great for kids and families, as well as anyone looking for a deeper understanding of syilx creation stories and captikʷł .
This program is led by Knowledge Carriers and Elders of the syilx Nation.
Free tickets are available for members of Indigenous nations. For more information, please contact education@kelownamuseums.ca.
BNA Drag Games Night
Whale Wednesday's are back by popular demand for its 3rd season! Join us for bingo and trivia, and now featuring BNA Burger. Enjoy the Okanagan's best drag performer 3 years running, thanks to your votes, for a night you won't forget with amazing prizes from BNA Brewing Co. & Eatery.
Reservations recommended
Cover charge: $5.00
RCA Presents: The McDades
Thursday, March 21 | 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Mary Irwin Theatre | $39
No Intermission
Celebrate St. Patrick's with the RCA and The McDades! With a fresh take on traditional Celtic tunes, The McDades bring a high-energy kitchen party with a jazzy spin to the Mary Irwin Theatre.
Punching through the walls of tradition, The McDades’ Celtic-rooted music fuses the spontaneity of jazz improvisation and infectious global rhythms. The JUNO award winners’ cutting-edge sound is the perfect complement to their fiery performances.
At the heart of the group are siblings Shannon, Solon, and Jeremiah, who grew up playing Canadian folk music alongside their parents and among artists from around the world; a unique upbringing that led to a love and respect for all music. Their ground-breaking compositions and innovative arrangements are characterized by stunning virtuosity and a near-telepathic interaction on stage.
With vocal harmonies that can only come from a family, and an obvious love for each other and their music, The McDades’ sound is immersed in the spirit of improvisation. Combining original tunes and unique interpretations of traditional songs, their performances feature both energetic instrumentals and moving vocals performed in English and French. This compelling and dynamic group finds their groove “somewhere between a down-home kitchen party, a jazzy after-hours club, and a folk festival.” (London Free Press)
The McDades are winners of the JUNO Award for Best Roots Album (Group) and two Canadian Folk Music Awards (World Group of the Year and Instrumental Album of the Year.) Their new album, The Empress, continues to highlight the group’s one-of-a-kind sound and irresistible groove.
Website: www.themcdades.com
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.