Kelowna Weekend Events | June 28 – July 1

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Happy Canada Day Long Weekend Kelowna!

Kelowna Weekend Events – June 28 – July 1

From live entertainment to outdoor festivities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The warm weather and vibrant atmosphere make Kelowna the perfect place to celebrate Canada’s birthday. So, mark your calendars and get ready to join in the fun as we come together to honor this special day. Whether you’re a local resident or visiting from out of town, the Canada Day long weekend in Kelowna is not to be missed.

1. Sista B & The Boyz

Location: The Vibrant Vine
Presented By: The Vibrant Vine Winery
Date & Time: June 28 @ 6-8pm
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Sista B & the Boyz is one of the Okanagan’s most energetic and popular bands. Featuring the powerful yet soulful voice of Barbara Samuel (aka “Sista B”), the band moves seamlessly from Funk to Soul to Rock and Roll. They are always a crowd favorite, whether performing old classics or the latest hits. The band’s live performances cover all genres and reach all generations. Main Lawn opens at 5 pm. Adirondack chairs provided. Pizza & Snacks available! Add-on a Grazing Box for 2 from TJ’s Crazing during checkout.

2. Michael Jackson HIStory Show

Location: Kelowna Community Theatre
Presented By: Showtime Australia
Date & Time: June 29 @ 8 pm
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Showtime Australia presents this spectacular music tribute and full-scale stage production honoring the one and only King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Celebrate Jackson’s creative genius and unsurpassed talent with riveting live performances spanning his entire catalog including Thriller, Billie Jean, Smooth Criminal, Bad, Beat It, ABC, Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough, Human Nature, PYT, They Don’t Really Care About Us and many more. Get the full Michael Jackson concert experience with accomplished impersonator Garth Field – electrifying in his role as Jackson – plus a live band, choreographed dancers, authentic costumes, state-of-the-art sound and theatrical lighting, vision, and effects. “The ultimate tribute to the King of Pop…”

3. Big Slice of Comedy ft Todd Ness

Location: DunnEnzies Mission
Presented By: Central Okanagan Heli Ball Drop
Date & Time: June 22 @ 1:30 pm – 3 pm
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Todd Ness has quickly become one of the top stand-up comedians in Canada. He has headlined clubs across the country including Toronto, Vancouver, Halifax, Ottawa, and seemingly everywhere in between. His ability to deliver smart, funny, and original material earned him a prestigious spot on Canada’s largest comedy radio program, CBC’s Laugh Out Loud. He has opened for some of the biggest names in comedy including Bryan Callen, Theo Von, Doug Stanhope, and SNL’s Sasheer Zamata. He is also the winner of Yuk Yuk’s 2014 Funniest Comedian competition which featured a starting roster of over 100 comedians.

4. Celebrate Canada Day – Kelowna

Location: Waterfront Park
Presented By:  Festivals Kelowna
Date & Time: July 1 @ 10 am – 10 pm
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Activities are held from 11 am to 10:00 pm in Waterfront Park, with additional fun at Folk Fest in Prospera Place from 10 am to 3:30 pm and the Kelowna City Band in the Arts Common from 10 am to noon. Bringing residents and visitors together to celebrate our Nation’s birthday through interactive and drop-in activities, food, local artisans, and live performances. With a goal to be inclusive, activities are multi-generational, family-friendly, and designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and tastes.

5. Kelowna Farmers & Crafters Market

Location: Landmark District
Presented By: Kelowna Farmers & Crafters Market
Date & Time: June 29 | 8 am – 1 pm
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“Kelowna’s Original Farmers Market” – The Kelowna Farmers Market offers a huge variety of farm products, organic produce, and local artists displaying a wide range of products. We have over 30 booths with ethnic foods, baking, organic meats, and preserves. Garden perennials, annuals, woodwork, pottery, soaps, jewelry and much more. Over 120 vendors, making it the largest Farmers’ Market in BC! Market: Saturday & Wednesdays.

 

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Kelowna Weekend Events | June 21-23

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Get Ready for an Unforgettable Summer in Kelowna! Exciting Festivals and Events Await!

Kelowna Weekend Events – June 14-16th

The summer season in Kelowna is shaping up to be an eventful and exciting one, with a variety of activities and festivals to look forward to. Whether you’re a music enthusiast, a comic book fan, a foodie, or someone who simply enjoys a good time outdoors, Kelowna has something special in store for you. With so much to look forward to, Kelowna is gearing up for an unforgettable summer. Whether you’re drawn to the music, the arts, the food, or the community spirit, there’s an event for everyone to enjoy. So, pack your bags, gather your friends and family, and get ready to make the most of the season in beautiful Kelowna.

1. Boots ‘n Boats Singer/Songwriter Festival

Location: Turtle Bay Marina
Presented By: Branden Dame
Date & Time: June 21-23 @ 8 pm
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Experience a Nashville-style singer/songwriter music festival set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Country, BC, at the Turtle Bay Marina Resort. Over three unforgettable days, enjoy some of Nashville and Canada’s most exceptional singer/songwriters in a Nashville-style writers round. With three special evenings of captivating music and stories, there’s no better setting than the serene waters of the beautiful Okanagan. A one-of-a-kind musical experience that mixes the honky-tonks with the tranquility of the lake.

2. Kelowna Comicon 2024

Location:  MNP Place
Presented By: Kelowna Comicon
Date & Time: June 22-23
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Kelowna ComiCon (KCC) is a pop-culture event that features a wide variety of both local and national exhibitors, as well as, entertaining celebrities, creators, and cosplayers from all over the world. They offer a variety of fun fan-based experiences for the whole family.

3. COFB Heli Ball Drop

Location: Annette Beaudreau Amphitheatre at Memorial Park
Presented By: Central Okanagan Heli Ball Drop
Date & Time: June 22 @ 1:30 pm – 3 pm
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Get ready for an unforgettable experience as we drop hundreds of numbered golf balls from a helicopter onto a designated target area. Each ball corresponds to a ticket sold, giving participants a chance to win fantastic prizes based on where their ball lands. While you wait for the helicopter ball drop at exactly 2:30 PM, indulge in delicious ice cream and snacks available on-site! As you enter the event, don’t forget to bring along your food donations for a chance to win a special prize. Your contributions will make a difference, and you might just walk away with an extra reward! Join us for an event to remember, and don’t miss your chance to be part of this high-flying adventure! Purchase your tickets today and join an unforgettable day of fun, excitement, and giving back!

4. Sip of Summer Festival

Location: Rotary Centre for the Arts
Presented By:  Canadian Craft Spirits Association
Date & Time: June 21-22 @ 6 pm – 9:30 pm
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The Canadian Craft Spirits Association is hosting the Sip of Summer event, an unforgettable showcase of Canada’s finest spirits alongside local beer, wine, and eats. Catering to connoisseurs and enthusiasts, the event includes the 1st Canadian Craft Spirits Championships and features the Gold Award Spirits Pavilion, highlighting Canada’s top-quality spirits. Join us for lively entertainment and sunshine in the heart of Kelowna! We extend a warm invitation for you to come out and enjoy the festivities.

Friday Session, June 21 at 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Saturday Afternoon Session, June 22 at 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Saturday Evening Session, June 22 at 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM

5. Kelowna Farmers & Crafters Market

Location: Landmark District
Presented By: Kelowna Farmers & Crafters Market
Date & Time: June 22 | 8 am – 1 pm
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“Kelowna’s Original Farmers Market” – The Kelowna Farmers Market offers a huge variety of farm products, organic produce, and local artists displaying a wide range of products. We have over 30 booths with ethnic foods, baking, organic meats, and preserves. Garden perennials, annuals, woodwork, pottery, soaps, jewelry and much more. Over 120 vendors, making it the largest Farmers’ Market in BC! Market: Saturday & Wednesdays.

 

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Central Okanagan | Residential Real Estate Stats | June 10-16

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Central Okanagan | Residential Real Estate Stats
June 10-16th

The Central Okanagan’s residential real estate market statistics reveal some interesting insights.

Central Okanagan | Residential Real Estate Stats | June 10-16

 

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Bank of Canada Cuts Key Rate for First Time in More Than 4 Years

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Bank of Canada Slashes Interest Rate by 25 Basis Points for the First Time Since the Beginning of the Pandemic

Bank of Canada has decisively slashed its key rate by 25 basis points, marking the first drop since the onset of the pandemic. Following a series of interest rate hikes initiated in March 2022 in response to higher-than-anticipated inflation figures in the aftermath of pandemic-related economic support and disruptions in global supply chains, this decision holds significant importance.

This move brings the policy rate down to 4.75 percent, a decline from the 5 percent rate that persisted since July of the previous year.

In light of these developments, it is crucial to note that numerous financial institutions and economists are foreseeing a potential trend of descending interest rates kicking off around mid-2024. Projections range from a 0.25 percent reduction to an overall decrease of 1.00 percent by the year’s end.

The Bank of Canada’s forthcoming announcement on June 5th, 2024 is poised to stand as a momentous occasion for assessing the trajectory of interest rates.

Given these shifts, BMO’s Real Financial Progress Index has reported that 72 percent of prospective homebuyers are awaiting interest rate cuts before entering the property market. Consequently, mortgage brokers are currently managing open files, eagerly anticipating potential buyers.

What implications does this have for my mortgage?

If banks lower their prime rate, borrowers with variable-rate mortgages will experience an immediate impact, just like they’ve experienced the consequences of increasing rates. People with a fixed-rate mortgage will not experience any changes in their payments until it’s time to renew their loans. Fixed-mortgage rates are influenced by changes in the bond market, which, although also impacted by Bank of Canada rate decisions, are based on overall investor confidence. The rate cut had already been largely factored into the market.

This change underscores the opportune conditions for property listings and purchases.

The country’s real estate market has seen limited activity since the middle of 2022, with sales consistently falling below the 10-year average. Homeowners have been grappling with the highest borrowing expenses in years, while potential buyers have been hesitant to make purchases due to uncertainty about the trajectory of interest rates.
A Bank of Canada interest rate cut could boost Canada’s sluggish housing market as potential buyers gain confidence with declining borrowing costs.

CTV News: Bank of Canada cuts key rate for first time in more than 4 years

CTV News: What the Bank of Canada rate cut means for mortgages, consumer loans, and investments

The Globe and Mail: Potential Bank of Canada rate cut would jolt slow housing market, experts say

 

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Kelowna Spring Weekend Events | June 14-16

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Summer’s Officially Right Around the Corner!

Kelowna Spring Weekend Events – June 14-16th

Get ready for the 2024 Kelowna Wine Country 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon 2024. You can join us for an enjoyable in-person or virtual experience with a post-run festival. Also, check out the East Kelowna Market at Luckhurst Farm and Distillery for a unique market experience with local artisans and a showcase of antique vehicles. Lastly, don’t miss the CSN Collision Father’s Day Car Show at Kelowna City Park for a variety of vehicles, a kids’ zone, and food vendors!

1. Kelowna Wine Country Half Marathon 5km | 10km | 21km

Location: Downtown Kelowna
Presented By: Kelowna Wine Country Half Marathon
Date & Time: June 15 @ 7 am – 6 pm
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The highly anticipated 2024 Kelowna Wine Country 5km, 10km, and Half Marathon runs are making a return on June 15th, 2024, featuring an exhilarating in-person experience (with a virtual option available) and an enticing post-run festival. We are thrilled to announce the revival of our post-run wine, beer, cider, and music festival. In-person registration automatically grants you access to this lively celebration. Furthermore, registrants have the exclusive opportunity to purchase additional festival passes for their non-running friends and family to partake in the post-run festivities. Here’s what’s included with your registration:

-Event t-shirt
-Finisher medal
-Vouchers, coupons, and exclusive products from our partners
*Special commemorative wine glass (available for in-person registrants only)
*Exclusive access to the post-run festival (for in-person registrants only)

2. East Kelowna Market @ Luckhurst Farm and Distillery

Location:  Luckhurst Farm & Distillery
Presented By: East Kelowna Market
Date & Time: June 16 @ 11 am – 3 pm
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Please join us for a unique market experience at the enchanting forested Luckhurst Farm & Distillery, with local artisans, artists, crafters, makers, and bakers surrounded by beauty in the countryside of Southeast Kelowna. Explore the many antique vehicles and collectibles and perhaps sample a newly created distilled spirit! What a great way to spend Father’s Day in the country. There will also be Father’s Day giveaways along with a creative station with natural and wood items to hammer and put together! Live music performances on the old flatbed truck, a variety of food delectable, and lunch options too! Carpooling is suggested with the limited parking and popularity of the market. E-bikes, motorcyclists, and cyclists have immediate entry to the market and can secure their bikes at the farm. Non-smoking property. Dogs are welcome on a leash.

3. CSN Collision Father’s Day Car Show 2024

Location: Kelowna City Park
Presented By: CSN Collision
Date & Time: June 16 @ 11 am – 4 pm
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CSN Collision is inviting you to Kelowna’s favorite family event. Join us at Kelowna City Park for this FREE, FUN, FUELED event. This year’s show has something for everyone, starting with an impressive lineup of vehicles from hot rods to custom cars to motorcycles. There is a dedicated kid’s zone for little engines that want to, go, go, go and a culinary collective of food & beverage vendors to refuel empty tanks. While you are at the show, don’t miss your chance to take home a piece of car history by purchasing a souvenir t-shirt or get a photo taken with Florence the VW bus – the traveling photo booth! All proceeds from the car show go to the Child & Youth Advocacy Centre of Kelowna. We look forward to seeing you there. Want to show off your show-stopping vehicle? Register to reserve your spot on the scene. Spaces fill up fast, so don’t wait: https://bit.ly/3It1vCH. Volunteers are the VROOM-VROOM of the show. Volunteers start the engines, maintain the momentum, and drive the show. To get involved click here: https://bit.ly/3IteJPw

4. Kelowna Farmers & Crafters Market

Location: Landmark District
Presented By: Kelowna Farmers & Crafters Market
Date & Time: June 15 | 8 am – 1 pm
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“Kelowna’s Original Farmers Market” – The Kelowna Farmers Market offers a huge variety of farm products, organic produce, and local artists displaying a wide range of products. We have over 30 booths with ethnic foods, baking, organic meats, and preserves. Garden perennials, annuals, woodwork, pottery, soaps, jewelry and much more. Over 120 vendors, making it the largest Farmers’ Market in BC! Market: Saturday & Wednesdays.

 

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Kelowna Spring Weekend Events | June 7-9

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Go Oilers!

It’s a beautiful start to the weekend with so many great events happening it’s hard to pick.

June 7 -9th

Join the community for an exciting viewing party for NHL Stanley Cup Game #1 in Kelowna! Celebrate love and diversity at the Kelowna Pride Festival. Don’t miss the fantastic performance of The Producers – A Mel Brooks Musical, and immerse yourself in the art of dance at Into the Rhythm presented by Robb Card Dance Studio.

1. NHL Stanley Cup Game #1 – Viewing Party

Location: Prospera Place
Presented By: Prospera Place
Date & Time: June 8 | 5 pm
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Hockey fans in Kelowna can now book tickets to attend a Stanley Cup Final Viewing Party at Prospera Place this Saturday as the Edmonton Oilers take on the Florida Panthers in their 2024 quest for the cup! This event is announced by Prospera Place in support of the YMCA of Southern Interior BC’s Community Programs. Doors open at 4:00 pm.

2. Kelowna Pride Festival

Location: Kelowna City Park
Presented By: Kelowna Pride
Date & Time: June 8 | 11 am-3 pm
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Join us for the biggest Pride Festival in the BC Interior. There will be live music, over 100 vendors, entertainment, our lovely MC, Ella Lamoureux, bonus hosts, food, a play zone for the kiddos, a balloon arch, 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, and allies. Stand Together and Celebrate Kelowna Pride 2024!

3. The Producers – A Mel Brooks Musical

Location: Actors Studio and Dinner Theatre
Presented By: Kelowna Actors Studio
Date & Time: June 8 & 9 | Sat 1 pm | Sunday 7:30 pm – 10 pm
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Experience Broadway at its funniest and most outrageous with The Producers. This hysterical extravaganza brought to life by the legendary Mel Brooks, took home a record-breaking TWELVE Tony Awards after its debut on Broadway. Join on a riotous journey with Max Bialystock, a washed-up Broadway producer, and Leo Bloom, a timid accountant, as they hatch a harebrained scheme to put on the worst show in history and make a fortune. Packed with side-splitting humor, toe-tapping tunes, and outrageous characters, The Producers Musical is a non-stop laugh riot that will have you rolling in the aisles. With Mel Brooks’ trademark wit and irreverence, the show skewers everything from show business to political correctness, leaving no sacred cow unturned. It’s a full-throttle, high-energy extravaganza that will leave you singing along for days.

4. Into the Rhythm | Robb Card Dance Studio

Location: Kelowna Community Theatre
Presented By: Kelowna Community Theatre
Date & Time: June 8 | 1 pm & 7 pm
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Robb Card Dance presents its 42nd year-end performance “Into The Rhythm”. The dancers have spent countless hours rehearsing and are ready to showcase their talents on the big stage. Their most important work as dance educators is to develop great artists, not competitors. Proudly Training Dancers Since 1981

5. Kelowna Farmers & Crafters Market

Location: Landmark District
Presented By: Kelowna Farmers & Crafters Market
Date & Time: June 8 | 8 am – 1 pm
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“Kelowna’s Original Farmers Market” – The Kelowna Farmers Market offers a huge variety of farm products, organic produce, and local artists displaying a wide range of products. We have over 30 booths with ethnic foods, baking, organic meats, and preserves. Garden perennials, annuals, woodwork, pottery, soaps, jewelry and much more. Over 120 vendors, making it the largest Farmers’ Market in BC! Market: Saturday & Wednesdays.

 

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