Events
See what’s happening downtown
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’.
Small Shop
Small Shop Weekend is a three-day promotion that celebrates and highlights the important role small businesses play in our community. What may seem like a small act of shopping local can make a HUGE impact by keeping jobs and dollars in Downtown Kelowna.
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!
Young Professional Coffee Social
Whether you are eager to start your day with a dose of caffeine, hungry for some delectable snacks, or looking to grow your social and professional circles, let's brew up some new connections!
In February, we are returning to Kelowna's most unique coffee shop - Pulp Fiction!
Mingle with new friends and fellow young professionals in a casual and friendly setting - this isn't your traditional networking event.
Register on Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/young-professional-coffee-social-tickets-1230636098699?aff=oddtdtcreator
Here's What You Need to Know:
No Entrance Fee: Joining us is free! You set your budget - beverages and snacks can be purchased from Pulp Fiction Coffee House, allowing you to enjoy their delicious offerings while you network.
Come When You Can: Drop by anytime between 8:00 - 9:30 am. Stay for a quick chat or linger longer over your coffee — the pace is yours to set.
Who's Welcome?
Just moved to town? Perfect, meet your first friends here!
Grew up in the Okanagan? Be the guide for newcomers.
New to the business world or a seasoned professional? Share stories and insights.
Whether you're under forty, over forty (and yes, we don't check IDs), or anywhere in-between, you're welcome.
Need that morning caffeine fix to kickstart your day? We get it, and we've got you covered.
Looking to make new friends, find your community footing again, or broaden your professional network? You're in the right place.
Feeling peckish? Pulp Fiction Coffee House has treats that are hard to resist.
The Okanagan Young Professionals (OYP) Collective is a program of the COEDC, and a hub of resources to help attract and retain talent in the region. There's no membership and we don't sell anything (other than why it's so great to live here). All are welcome to come out and join to connect with other awesome young professionals in our community!
German Shepard Meet-Up
German Shepard Meet-Up
Come hang out with fellow German Shepard enthusiasts at our German Shepard Meet-Up! Whether you have a new pup or a seasoned pro, this event is perfect for socializing and sharing tips with other Shepard lovers. Join us at the So Fetch Canine Social Club for a tail-wagging good time. Don't miss out on this paws-itively awesome event!
This is a themed meet-up - dress your pup up in cupid's best: hearts, red, pink, etc.
*Photo Op
*Ball Pit
*Treat Bar
One ticket PER DOG. Up to 2 Hoomans free per ticket with purchase of beverages. Limited tickets available! Meet-up is located in the Dog-Friendly Lounge - please sign-in at the bar on arrival. See you there!
Intermediate to Advanced Painting Course
Join Shannon Lester, MFA, at the Studio for a four week acrylic painting course! You will learn techniques to advance your acrylic painting skills, including blending, glazing, dry brushing, layering and impasto. Brush use and colour mixing will also be explored. These sessions will guide you through the artistic process from concept to creation, and Shannon will bring your skills to the next level with his professional expertise. This course is suitable for all ability levels, but a basic knowledge of painting and artistic practice is required.
In this course you will create your own representational painting from start to finish. You decide the subject matter and Shannon will guide you through the process, combining techniques of the old masters with contemporary techniques he developed himself over his many years of painting.
The course will be held on Sunday evenings from 3:30-6pm starting on March 2nd, and it will be $200 for the four sessions. Students are expected to purchase their own basic supplies in accordance with the supply list, but some additional supplies will be provided
Supply list:
-Spray bottle
-24x30 canvas (minimum size- can go larger)
-Acrylic paints: red, blue, yellow, white, black, yellow ochre/burnt Sienna, and raw umber. Plus any special colours that might catch your eye. (Additional paint will be provided). Can use student grade paint but if you wish to indulge Liquitex or Opus brands are a little nicer.
-A variety of brushes including a fine detail brush, flat brush, fan, round etc. Again additional brushes will be provided but its encouraged to bring your own.
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.
