Arts & Culture

Experience the arts, cinema, music, and cultures of Vernon as part of the BC Culture Days happening across the province through various events and festivals.

The Cherry Grove Car Show & Shine will take place September 4 to kick off the long weekend.

Celebrate 150 years of The Chilliwack Fair with Canadian rock legends, Default.

Team up, lace up and hit the Edson trails for an Amazing Race-style adventure, Saturday July 30! Plus, connect to the cultural scene the same day with Art in the Park.

An international cast of jugglers, acrobats, sword-swallowers, hip hop dancers and more descend on Grande Prairie for the annual Grande Prairie International Street Performers Festival.

The Alberta Métis Fest is back and in person, with Métis jigging, music, food and cultural demonstrations!

Downtown Vernon hosts a one-day summer celebration with music, a sidewalk sale and family activities, June 18.

Western Canada’s largest summer craft show, Creative Chaos features creators from across the Okanagan, June 6-8 in Vernon.

Enjoy a parade, carnival rides, vendors, and live entertainment at the annual Alberni District Fall Fair from September 4-7.

CIFF is an 11-day showcase of 170+ multi-genre feature and short films from Canada and over 40 other countries. The festival hosts gala events, screenings, special presentations, and a Behind the...

Run a beautiful harvest half-marathon in Oliver Osoyoos WIne Country, with the extra motivation of wine sampling along the way!

Just a quick ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay, the Sunshine Coast offers stunning views of the Strait of Georgia and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. As one of the staples in the community, the festival’s...