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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.

December 4, 2024

Matilda

Based on Roald Dahl’s beloved novel, Matilda takes you on a whimsical journey into the extraordinary world of a precocious and gifted young girl named Matilda Wormwood. With her wit and intelligence, Matilda overcomes the challenges of her unsupportive family and the tyrannical headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, to discover the true power of courage, friendship, and the magic of books. Packed with unforgettable songs, mesmerizing choreography, and an outstanding cast of young talents, Matilda is a delightful feast for the senses that will captivate both the young and the young at heart!

This Tony Award-winning musical, featuring a heartwarming and empowering narrative, its’ a perfect fit for the holiday season and celebrates the resilience of the human spirit.  With its witty humor, touching moments, and unforgettable characters, Matilda is a theatrical masterpiece that will leave you believing in the power of courage and the boundless possibilities of a child’s imagination.

Whether you’re a fan of Roald Dahl’s timeless story or discovering it for the first time, Matilda is a must-see Broadway gem that will leave you inspired, entertained, and with a renewed appreciation for the power of storytelling and the strength of the human spirit.
PLEASE NOTE: We kindly inform our guests that although there is no official minimum purchase requirement, we appreciate your understanding that when seated at a table/booth for evening performances, it is expected to order dinner or food items as part of our licensing. To ensure a continued pleasant dining experience for all, we reserve the right to impose minimum charges for guests who disregard this policy. Thank you for your cooperation.

September 6, 2024

An Evening of Improv with Colin Mochrie & Debra McGrath

Experience an evening of comedy brilliance as the acclaimed improv duo, Colin Mochrie (Whose Line is it anyway?) and Deb McGrath (Little Mosque on the Prairie), take the stage at the Kelowna Community Theatre! This is an all ages show that you don't want to miss.

With their quick wit, unmatched chemistry, and hilarious improv skills, Colin and Debra are guaranteed to leave you roaring with laughter whether it be as a spectator, or possibly as a participant onstage! This show will have you in stitches from start to finish, and will prove why—when it comes to improv—it’s “best to say yes”.

Colin Mochrie, the celebrated Canadian comedian and improv actor, has captured the hearts of audiences far and wide with his unparalleled wit and comedic genius. Best known for his role as a regular cast member on the improv comedy show Whose Line Is It Anyway? and is widely considered to be one of the leading improvisers in the world. In 2013, Colin Mochrie was named Canadian Comedy Person of the Year at the Canadian Comedy Awards. Colin also spent two seasons as a cast member on popular CBC satirical television series This Hour Has 22 Minutes and has been involved in numerous other television shows, both in North America and beyond, including Supertown Challenge and CBC’s Blackfly.

Debra McGrath started her career as a member of the Toronto Second City, she has become a familiar name in Canadian film and television due to her numerous appearances in various TV shows and movies, such as Little Mosque on the Prairie, Murdoch Mysteries, Baroness Von Sketch Show, Expecting, Junior’s Giant, and Getting Along Famously, to name a few. McGrath is also the creator of the Women Fully Clothed comedy troupe.

Colin and Debra have been performing for decades and although they once played a con­stantly feud­ing show­biz cou­ple, they’ve been happily married for years.

August 30, 2024

Denim on the Diamond

Music Festival in Kelowna's beach front City Park with Tyler Hubbard, KALEO, Bishop Briggs, K.Flay, Matt Schuster, VAVO, Alli Walker, Jamie Fine, LOLO, Aysanabee, Mo Lowda & more.

Invest in fun experiences, make lasting memories & deeper connections with your closest friends.
August 30 to September 1st, 2024 - join for a weekend filled with music, laughter and fun with friends.

Country, rock, pop and dancing!
Single day and weekend passes on sale Friday February 16th.

Sunday is all ages event, Friday and Saturday is 19+

May 29, 2024

The Producers

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 us 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.

The dynamic duo of Max and Leo, supported by a brilliant ensemble cast, will keep you on the edge of your seat, eagerly awaiting the next hilarious twist in their madcap scheme.

It’s a full-throttle, high-energy extravaganza that will leave you singing along for days.
PLEASE NOTE: We kindly inform our guests that although there is no official minimum purchase requirement, we appreciate your understanding that when seated at a table/booth for evening performances, it is expected to order dinner or food items as part of our licensing. To ensure a continued pleasant dining experience for all, we reserve the right to impose minimum charges for guests who disregard this policy. Thank you for your cooperation.

May 26, 2024

Okanagan Pet Expo

We invite you to the Okanagan Pet Expo!

Join us May 26th at the Laurel Packinghouse and Square to see and learn all there is to know about pets! Come browse vendors, speak to pet experts, enjoy speakers & demos, and more fun!

Tickets will be available soon at www.okanaganpetexpo.com!

Okanagan Pet Expo
May 26th, 2024
10AM-4PM
Laurel Packinghouse & Square

For more information or if you are interested in being a vendor at this event, please visit: https://www.okanaganpetexpo.com/

May 24, 2024

RCA Presents: Under the Rocks: Album Release Concert

Friday, May 24th | 7:30 pm - 9:45 pm | Mary Irwin Theatre | $35
Intermission: Yes

Hailing from Kelowna, Under the Rocks has emerged to become one of Canada’s premier bluegrass bands. Featuring acoustic guitar (Jordan Klassen), fiddle (Chloe Davidson), banjo and mandolin (Chris Baxter), and upright bass (Nils Loewen) the band makes a big sound that tips its cap to traditional bluegrass while incorporating singer-songwriter music intentionally put together with clever, inventive song arrangements, emotive instrumental breaks and powerful vocal harmony. Their shows commonly feature dancing, laughter, joyful hoots and hollers and serene moments accompanied by tears and tranquil sighs of release or appreciation. They are a heartfelt, talented string quartet that blends uplifting energy with a reflective reverence for the difficulties of reality that marries joy and sorrow and declares “YES”. Yes to all that it means to be alive on this planet, here and now.

Under The Rocks will be celebrating the release of their second studio album, Honest Try, which is available on all platforms starting February 16, 2024. While often busy touring throughout the year, this will be their first local since last summer and it is currently the only Kelowna show in the books for 2024. They will perform their new record - as well as some other fan favourites - and have brand new merchandise to boot! Honest Try is their finest work yet. It ranges through 12 original compositions that include upbeat bluegrass songs, eclectic fiddle tunes and thoughtful ballads ripe with philosophical musings.

Website: https://www.undertherocksband.com/

After 5

Part networking event, part foodgasm, this smorgasbord for the soul takes place in various venues in Downtown Kelowna.

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Block Party

SHOP great vendors and local retailers. ENJOY the atmosphere. EAT at a downtown restaurant or grab a snack from a Food Truck. PLAY in the kids zone. DANCE to the music at one of our stages – with a variety of acts there is something for everyone!

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