Okanagan Events

Twenty years in the business! They must be doing something right. This year sees the ever popular Tiller’s Folly celebrating their 20th anniversary as a band with a special concert and a DVD of the event to commemorate the occasion. As one of the tightest and most focused folk bands in the nation, Tiller’s Folly...

Thursday August 9: Naden Band (Royal Canadian Navy) at Music in the Park. Pops to classics. Thursdays 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Oliver Community Stage bandshell. Rain venue: Oliver Community Hall. 6359 Park Drive. Admission by donation. Bring a lawnchair. Info: OliverCAC@gmail.com 250-498-0183

Thursday August 16: Steve Jones Band at Music in the Park. Rock ‘n’ pop. Thursdays 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Oliver Community Stage bandshell. Rain venue: Oliver Community Hall. 6359 Park Drive. Admission by donation. Bring a lawnchair. Info: OliverCAC@gmail.com 250-498-0183

Opera Kelowna presents Georges Bizet’s scintillating classic Carmen, August 16-19, 2018 at 7:30pm at the Kelowna Community Theatre. Staged in an exaggerated modern setting with the flavour of the inner-city, this heartbreaking story full of passion and desperation follows the journey of a flirtatious gypsy temptress who captures the hearts of bullfighter, Escamillo and army...

Opera Kelowna presents Georges Bizet’s scintillating classic Carmen, August 16-19, 2018 at 7:30pm at the Kelowna Community Theatre. Staged in an exaggerated modern setting with the flavour of the inner-city, this heartbreaking story full of passion and desperation follows the journey of a flirtatious gypsy temptress who captures the hearts of bullfighter, Escamillo and army...

Kelowna Singles Club Dance – Royal Canadian Legion Branch 26 Date: Aug. 18, 2018 Doors Open: 6:30 PM Dance: 7:30 – 11:30 PM Band: Glory Days Bar, Refreshments, Snacks. Dress Code: No Sweat Pants, Running Shoes, Ball Caps, Please. Members: $10.00 Non-members: $13.00 Memberships: $15.00 Our dances are open to everyone. Come and enjoy the...

Come out for a fun evening at Kelowna’s Army and Navy Club Friday 6:30 PM to closing. Live music by Glory Days. Great dance floor and friendly staff. Come early for a great home-style dinner then – Jump, jive, Rock’n’Roll, Waltz, 2-step, Rumba, Twist the night away. Have a great time when this Duo turns...

The Kelowna Singles Club is a long standing organization committed to providing entertainment for the single folks in the valley. All are welcome to the Kelowna Singles Club Dance Saturday night Aug 18/18. Bring your dancing shoes and boogie, waltz, 2-step, rumba and rock ‘n’ roll to the songs you love to remember. Bring a...

Thursday August 23: Sister Soul at Music in the Park. Dance and pop favourites. Thursdays 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Oliver Community Stage bandshell. Rain venue: Oliver Community Hall. 6359 Park Drive. Admission by donation. Bring a lawnchair. Info: OliverCAC@gmail.com 250-498-0183

Come on out for a fun-filled evening with performances by two talented bands, Chipko Jones and The Meliponas! Chipko Jones REGGAE/CALYPSO/SKA Chipko Jones’ brand of Roots Reggae connects them and their fans to well-being and collaboration. Working together to create positive vibes is Chipko’s M.O Opening is The ¡Meliponas! LATIN-INSPIRED FOLK FUSION They have dubbed...

In 1967 George Ryga’s searing drama, The Ecstasy of Rita Joe premiered at the Vancouver Playhouse and signalled a new era for Canadian theatre. His wrenching exploration of the Indigenous experience caused a national examination that continues to this day. Ryga wrote his masterpiece in Summerland and the play has been performed across Canada and...

Traditional music played a large role in the lives of early pioneers and still exercises a powerful influence. You will hear the fascinating history behind some BC songs, and their impact on working lives. Come and learn how you can create your own songs with traditional tunes. No experience required, but bring an instrument if...

The Summerland Community Arts Council invites you to our fall concert series, Friday Night Live this Friday, September 14th featuring local singer/songwriter Jessica Singleton who performs originals and covers of contemporary pop music. Enjoy music and refreshments at the Summerland Arts Centre, 9525 Wharton Street. Doors open at 6:30 and music starts at 7:30 pm....

Bach, Beethoven and Brahms… three composers so renowned that they now have their own moniker, The Three B’s! Music that spans three centuries of great Germanic tradition is the beautiful journey we’ve chosen to open our 59th season. Featured Guest Artist will be pianist Jane Coop, OC.

The Kelowna Liedertafel Choir is presenting their annual Oktoberfest Concert and Dance on Saturday September 22. Parkinson Recreation Center 1800 Parkinson Way. Guests : Our own Band : Band Europa from Kelowna. Doors open 5:30 PM Concert 7:00 PM Admission $20.00. Tickets available at Illichmanns Deli or by phoning 250-862-2798 and at the door. German...

Buddha Beats Yoga & Bean Scene have teamed up for rooftop yoga downtown. Join us for a chilled out yin yoga class under the stars. S.E Elliott will be strumming his guitar while I lead you through a relaxing gentle yoga class. Please bring a blanket so I can bundle you up in each yoga...

Bach, Beethoven and Brahms… three composers so renowned that they now have their own moniker, The Three B’s! Music that spans three centuries of great Germanic tradition is the beautiful journey we’ve chosen to open our 59th season. Featured Guest Artist will be pianist Jane Coop, OC.

Enjoy live “old time” music by Kelowna Old Time Fiddlers, on Saturday September 22nd, at Knights of Columbus Hall, corner McCurdy&Rutland Rd. Dance 7:30 to 10:00 pm. Cost $7.00 – everyone welcome

The Penticton Arts Council presents Arts Rising at The Elite Join your host Flaming Globes of Sigmund for an evening of raucous fun. The Heatscore (headlining) Faith Maxwell Hank and Moondogs

Bach, Beethoven and Brahms… three composers so renowned that they now have their own moniker, The Three B’s! Music that spans three centuries of great Germanic tradition is the beautiful journey we’ve chosen to open our 59th season. Featured Guest Artist will be pianist Jane Coop, OC.

The Cory Weeds Quartet, featuring Cory Weeds (saxophone), David Hazeltine (piano), Ken Lister (bass), Jesse Cahill (drums). Tickets: $25 adult/ $15 student. Advance sales: Sheila.French@sd23.bc.ca. Also available at the door. Doors Open: 6:30pm Cash bar and snacks available.

Join Lindsey Walker and Naomi Shore for an evening of live music at Firehall Brewery. Find more info at http://www.lindseywalkermusic.com

Venue Change: Centennial Hall is not accessible Dance to Live Music @ Royal Can. Legion, 1380 Bertram St, Kelowna, B.C. Date: Oct. 13/18 Doors Open: 7:00 PM Dance: 7:30 – 11:30 PM Band: Sierra Bar, Refreshments & snacks Members: $10.00 Non-Members: $13.00 For more info call: 250-762-6907 or 250-766-3732 Sponsored by the Kelowna Singles Club....

Enjoy an evening of Toe Tapping music by Kelowna Fiddlers at Parkinson Activity Centre on October 19th.