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Things to Do in the Winter

Big White Ski Resort – the third-largest resort in BC, and awarded one of the best ski resorts in Canada; popular for skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, and tubing in the winter. Also popular for mountain biking and hiking in the warmer months. Regular shuttles offered from Kelowna Airport. 5315 Big White Rd, Kelowna (62.5 km). 

Telemark Nordic – scenic snowshoeing & cross country skiing; over 50km of professionally groomed trails for skate and classic cross-country skiing, for beginner and advanced skiers with night time skiing available. West Kelowna, BC V4T 2G3 (28.7 km).

Capital News Centre (CNC) – public ice skating for kids and adults, with two NHL-sized ice surfaces and one seasonal leisure ice rink. Also houses a fully-licensed restaurant with a view of the main ice arena for those who don’t want to skate. 4105 Gordon Dr, Kelowna (3.2 km). 

Stuart Park Outdoor Ice Skating – a large outdoor plaza that’s turned into a public ice skating rink during the winter months. 1430 Water St, Kelowna (3.9 km). 

Downtown Kelowna Light Up & Winter Market – a free community event at Stuart park, with live entertainment and activities for kids and adults, skating, street food, hot chocolate by the fire and an appearance from santa. 1430 Water St, Kelowna (3.9 km). 

Craft Culture Winter Holiday Market – a large local market with a variety of crafter & artisan booths, with partial admissions in support of Kelowna charities. 1223 Water St, Kelowna (4.4 km).

The Nutcracker @ the  Kelowna Community Theatre –  a treasured holiday classic put on by The Canadian School of Ballet, with guest artists from Ballet Kelowna. 1375 Water St, Kelowna (4 km). 

Things to Do in the Spring

Kasugai Gardens – a Japanese-style garden, completed in 1987, to demonstrate the friendship and union between Kelowna and its sister city in Kasugai, Japan. 1435 Water St, Kelowna (4.1 km). 

Parkinson Recreation Centre – a community rec centre with outdoor pickleball & tennis courts, trails, grassy areas and fields, and a kids playground. 1800 Parkinson Way, Kelowna (5.5 km). 

Sightseeing Flights by Air-Hart Aviation – chartered flights with a variety of options from panoramic sightseeing and lake float plane tours to adventure and fishing day trips; departing from Downtown Kelowna, minimum 2 passengers. 1348 Water St, Kelowna (4.1 km).

Rotary Marsh Park – lakefront boardwalk & bird sanctuary. 1050 Sunset Dr, Kelowna (4.9 km). 

H2O Adventure & Fitness Centre – waterpark with large waterslides & wave pool. 4075 Gordon Dr, Kelowna (3.3 km). 

Bear Creek Dirt Biking – known for some of the best dirt biking trails in Canada, this area encompasses over 85,000 acres of designated riding area and 350kms of planned trails for dirt biking and ATV’s; easy to navigate, well-maintained trails for riders of all experience levels. MX Track, 3T4, Bear Lake Main Rd, Kelowna (17.9 km).

Things to Do in the Fall

Don-O-Ray Farms – a Halloween-themed adventure with a pumpkin patch, kids activities, farm animals, and spooky hedge maze. 3443 Benvoulin Road, Kelowna (3.7 km). 

Davison Orchards – U-Pick Pumpkin Patch with tractor-train ride & farm tours with animals. 3111 Davison Rd, Vernon (57.2 km).

Kelowna Corn Maze – a local corn maze with fire pit and concessions; kid-friendly during the day, spookier displays in the evening. No dogs permitted. 539 Valley Rd, Kelowna (8.7 km).

O’Keefe Ranch – Family Daze in the Corn – family-friendly fun including a corn maze, goat meet-and-greets, wagon rides, a model railway exhibit, pictures with Flapjack the donkey, and smores by the bonfire. 9380 BC-97, Vernon (68.7 km). 

Gellatly Nut Farm Regional Park – a heritage nut farm with playground, short walking trails and a small beach;  nut harvest sales typically run September to November, through the Gellatly Nut Farm Society. 2375 Whitworth Rd, West Kelowna (18.9 km).

Fine Dining

• RauDZ – fresh, locally-focused dinners and wines with a great atmosphere; you can even bring the culinary experience home with The Okanagan Table cookbook by Chef & Co-Owner Rod Butters. 1560 Water St, Kelowna (3.9 km).
• OAK & CRU – lakefront social kitchen & wine bar featuring over 200 wineries and fresh, local ingredients. 1310 Water St, Kelowna (4.3 km).
• La Bussola – fine Italian dining, family-run since 1974. 1451 Ellis St, Kelowna (4 km).
• Summerhill Bistro – organic dining at Summerhill Pyramid winery, overlooking vineyards & Okanagan Lake; their cheese fondue night is not to be missed. 4870 Chute Lake Rd, Kelowna (6.5 km).
• Old Vines Restaurant – one of the original winery restaurants at Quails’ Gate Winery in West Kelowna; offering culinary experiences centred around the wine. 3303 Boucherie Rd, Kelowna (12.3 km).

Family-Friendly Restaurants

• Sunny’s A Modern Diner – featured on the Food Network’s Big Food Bucket List. 235 Bernard Ave, Kelowna (4 km).
• The Jammery – breakfast & lunch, famous “all you can eat” waffles featured on the Food Network’s ‘You Gotta Eat Here’. 8038 BC-97, Lake Country (24 km).
• Moo-Lix Ice Cream – over 40 flavours of ice cream and freshly-made waffle cones; a great downtown location for an ice-cream stroll along the boardwalk. 239 Bernard Ave, Kelowna (4 km).
• The Bohemian Cafe – great quality, local food located on Bernard street downtown; their homemade jam & bread are impossible to resist. 524 Bernard Ave, Kelowna (4 km).
• DunnEnzies Pizza Mission – voted Kelowna’s best pizza, with four locations including the Mission and Downtown. 4638 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna (5 km).

Local Favourites

• Salt & Brick – Tapas-style, shared-plates menu. Featured on the Food Network’s Big Food Bucket List. 243 Bernard Ave, Kelowna (4 km). 
• Frankie We Salute You – Vegetarian restaurant & bar with a focus on fresh, local ingredients and seasonally-inspired cocktails. 1717 Harvey Ave (5.3 km).
• Cantina Del Centro – authentic Mexican food with an extensive margarita offering. 271 Bernard Ave, Kelowna (3.7 km).
• Krafty Kitchen + Bar – casual farm to table eatery and bar, known for their great weekend Hip Hop Brunch. 281 Lawrence Ave, Kelowna (3.6 km).
• Cecil’s Perogy Palace – authentic Ukrainian food & the best perogies in the Okanagan. 1011 Richter St, Kelowna (4.7 km).

Things to Do With Kids

• Don-O-Ray Farms – petting zoo & farm animal feeding, maze and farm market. 3443 Benvoulin Road, Kelowna (3.7 km). 
• Kangaroo Creek Farm – see a variety of exotic and domestic animals and birds in natural surroundings, often with options for interacting and taking photos with the animals. 5932 Old Vernon Rd, Kelowna (18.8km). 
• Airhouse – indoor trampoline park, parkour, skateboarding, gymnastics. Drop-ins, lessons & summer camps. 730 McCurdy Rd, Kelowna (9.6 km). 
• Energyplex – indoor family fun centre with a four level playground, play gym, ball shooting, laser tag, aerial park and arcade with prizes. 948 McCurdy Rd, Kelowna (9.3 km). 
• Scandia Golf & Games – a family fun centre with outdoor and indoor games, minigolf, go-karts, batting cages, a shooting gallery and arcade games with prizes. 2898 Hwy 97 N, Kelowna (11.5 km). 
• Kelowna City Park – a beachfront public park with a playground, waterpark, lawn bowling, beach volleyball courts, basketball courts, skateboard park, soccer fields, tennis courts, swimming area. Pet-friendly with public washrooms. 1600 Abbott St, Kelowna (3.8 km).

Things to Do With Teens

• Electric scooter rentals – over 700 e-scooter rentals available to the public for shared use, using a mobile app-based service. Scooters can be picked up all over downtown Kelowna and throughout the city. Users can receive a free helmet at the Tourism Kelowna Visitor Centre at 238 Queensway Avenue (3.9 km). 
• Zip Zone Peachland – an outdoor adventure park with activities for all ages, including six of the highest, longest , fastest, zip lines in Canada; breathtaking views, climbing walls and group packages. Princeton Ave, Peachland (35.8 km). 
• Myra Canyon Trestles – a scenic section of the Kettle Valley Railway (KVR) that runs along a steep-walled canyon, including 18 trestle bridges and two tunnels; popular for biking day trips and hiking, with bike rentals available at the East parking lot. Myra Forest Service Rd, Central Okanagan (22.1 km). 
• Airhouse – indoor trampoline park, parkour, skateboarding, gymnastics. Drop-ins, lessons & summer camps. Adult & students-only times available. 730 McCurdy Rd, Kelowna (9.6 km). 
• Exit Kelowna Escape Games – indoor real-life escape games that require teamwork, wit, creativity, and speed to escape. Fun for all ages and experience levels. 2-6 players per team. 2453 Hwy 97 N, Kelowna (7 km).

Things to Do With Pets

• Cedar Creek Dog Beach – the largest off-leash dog park in Kelowna, with a beach area, boat launch, trails and swimming area. Spectacular views, picnic tables, and field for socializing with other dogs. 5167 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna (8.7 km). 
• Ellison Dog Park – a large dog park behind Kelowna airport, with fenced-in areas for small and large dogs. 4720 Old Vernon Rd, Kelowna (16.8 km). 
• Kelowna Pet Resort – boarding, grooming, daycare and training for cats and dogs. Three separate facilities with large running areas and private suites for each guest. 1301 Glenmore Rd, Kelowna (12.6 km).
• Bark n Fly Kennels and Doggy Day Spa – luxurious overnight kennels with grooming facilities, a pet shuttle and a retail store. Large outdoor play area, dogs and cats are welcome. 5830 Old Vernon Rd, Kelowna (18.7 km).

Hikes, Walks & Trails:

• Mission Creek Greenway – a stunning long-stretch of linear trail that runs 16.5 kilometres along Mission Creek. It connects to parks, interpretive viewing areas, rest spots, picnic areas with a playground, trail systems, and the Environmental Education Centre. Mission Creek Greenway Regional Park, Kelowna, BC V1W 1V3 (2.5 km).
• Knox Mountain Park – Kelowna’s largest natural park, Knox has something for everyone; including hiking, walking, running and biking trails with beautiful lake views, disc golf, birding, sightseeing, swimming and more. Dog friendly on leash. 450 Knox Mountain Dr, Kelowna (9.4 km). 
• Mt. Boucherie – beautiful lake and valley views from trails up and around Mount Boucherie, an extinct volcano and focal point in West Kelowna. Moderate to difficult terrain, the popular Mount Boucherie Rush trail is 6km round trip. Boucherie Trails Parking Lot, E Boundary Rd, Westbank (13.1 km).
• Fintry Provincial Park – 360 hectares of the former Fintry Estate, a heritage site with a colourful history. Park area includes camping, swimming, canoeing and kayaking, hiking and wildlife viewing. A Popular day hike takes you up approximately 400 stairs with stunning waterfall and pool views that make the trek to the top worthwhile. Fintry Delta Rd, Vernon (40.5 km).
• Spion Kop – a series of hiking trails in Lake Country; one of the most popular trails takes you through ponderosa pine up the mountain to breathtaking views of the Okanagan valley. Moderate to difficult terrain, dogs permitted on-leash. 13850 Forest Hills Dr, Lake Country (34.2 km).

Wineries

• Crown and Thieves – a new-world four-storey winery that resembles ancient castle ruins. 3887C Brown Rd, West Kelowna (17.2 km).
• Mission Hill Family Estate Winery –  award-winning exquisitely crafted wines with guided tastings, beautiful views and renowned architecture. 1730 Mission Hill Rd, West Kelowna (14.2 km). 
• Cedar Creek Estate Winery – organically-certified and sustainably-produced wines with a focus on the vineyard-soil ecosystems; offering farm-to-glass tasting experiences and dining. 5445 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna (9.9km). 
• Indigineous World Winery – an award-winning winery merging modern culture and indigenous history. 2218 Horizon Dr, West Kelowna (8.5 km). 
• Meadow Vista Honey Wines – a sustainability-focused winery & artisan farm that’s home to 110 hives of hardworking honeybees; offering traditional-style mead, honey and bee tours.  3975 June Springs Rd, Kelowna (9 km).

Note: the Okanagan is a wine-lovers paradise; there are over 40 wineries in Kelowna and hundreds in the Okanagan Valley. The wineries listed above are a few of our favourites, but we highly recommend exploring as many as you can!

Cideries

• Truck 59 Ciderhouse – a cider and bbq house with great lake views and ample space for family picnics. 3887 Brown Rd, West Kelowna (17.2km).
• Wards Cider – known for their homegrown, handpicked apple ciders since 1922; founded on five generations of family-owned apple orchard. 2287 Ward Rd, Kelowna (6.2km). 
• Upside Cider – certified-organic farm cider, woodfire pizza, and a great rooftop patio; tastings, flights and pints make finding your new favourite cider a breeze. 2555 Gale Rd, Kelowna (18.1 km). 
• Soma Craft Cidery – all-natural ingredients and fresh-pressed juice make ‘just apples’ a foundation of this cidery; the property includes the craft cidery, orchard, and alpaca farm, with a picnic area and tasting room. 4485 Sallows Rd, Kelowna (6.9 km). 
• Scenic Road Cider. – offering handcrafted, small-batch cider with a bright balance of innovation and tradition. A picturesque orchard setting with crisp, clean ciders. 770 Packinghouse Rd, Kelowna (12.4 km).

Breweries

• Barn Owl Brewing – built on a vision of ‘great beer and good times’ in an inviting barn heritage building. Craft, small-batch beers with something for everyone, you’ll often find locals stopping by to fill up their growlers. 4629 Lakeshore Rd #102, Kelowna (5 km).
• Shoreline Brewing – craft beer and comfort food come together along the Shores of Okanagan lake, just steps from your vacation rental at The Shore Kelowna.  3477 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna (0 km).
• BNA Brewing – a locally-owned craft brewery with an onsite eatery, tasting room, and 6-lane bowling alley. 1250 Ellis St, Kelowna (4.7 km). 
• Red Bird Brewing – connecting community and pursuing brewing perfection; a great venue for live music, events and grabbing a bite to eat. In addition to their regular menu, food trucks make a regular appearance here throughout the summer (Fri – Sun). 1086 Richter St, Kelowna (4.6 km). 
• Vice & Virtue Brewing – great beer, tasty food and strong community; this small-batch brewery is dedicated to creativity, from the brewing process to food pairings and eye-catching labels by local artists. If you’re a fan of sour beers, their Love Potion is a local favourite. 1033 Richter St, Kelowna (4.7 km).

Shopping Centres & Malls

• Mission Park Shopping Centre – the only shopping centre in the Lower Mission, a collection of retailers, boutiques and dining; located within walking distance from The Shore Kelowna & Gyro beach. 3155 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna (<1 km).
• Orchard Park Shopping Centre – Kelowna’s main shopping mall, with over 170 retailers and services. 2271 Harvey Ave, Kelowna (5.9 km).
• The District on Bernard – a collection of fashion-forward retailers in Kelowna’s downtown core. 565 Bernard Ave, Kelowna (3.7 km).

Markets, Fruit Stands & U-Pick

• Kelowna Farmers’ & Crafters’ Market – Kelowna’s main local outdoor market running every Wednesday and Saturday, April through October. 1992 Dilworth Drive (5.6 km). 
• Kelowna Fruit Stand – family farm market & cafe with locally-sourced produce, ice-cream, homemade pies and jams. 5225 BC-97, Kelowna (14.7 km).
• Davison Orchards – take a tractor-train into the orchard and pick your own apples, pumpkins, peppers and tomatoes, depending on the time of year, with expert guidance from farmers. 3111 Davison Rd, Vernon (57.2 km).
• BC Tree Fruits Market – locally-grown fruits, veggies, and handmade artisan products. The BC Tree Fruits cidery is conveniently located next door. 826 Vaughan Ave, Kelowna (4.7 km). 

Nearby Groceries

• Urban Fare – a grocery store and more, with an in-store restaurant, fresh juice bar, deli, bakery, and floral section. 3155 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna (<1 km).
• Sunshine Market – a local market serving Kelowna for 23 years, offering local produce, a deli, bakery, and hot meals to go. 4600 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna (5.1 km). 
• Save-On Foods – a popular chain of supermarkets located across Western Canada; Kelowna’s Lower Mission location is conveniently located within walking distance from The Shore. 3175 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna (<1 km).
• Lakeview Market – a local grocer with all of the essentials, also within walking distance from your vacation rental. 3033 Pandosy St, Kelowna (<1 km).

Essentials Nearby

• Shoppers Drug Mart – a pharmacy with food, home, beauty products & more. 3327 Lakeshore Rd #101, Kelowna (<1 km).
• Pharmasave – a pharmacy with a quaint gift and home decor section; located in Mission Park shopping centre. 3155 Lakeshore Rd #41, Kelowna (<1 km).
• BC Liquor Stores – nearby liquor store with wine, beer, spirits & ciders; located in Mission Park shopping centre. 3155 Lakeshore Rd #35, Kelowna (<1 km). 
• Starbucks –  coffeehouse with indoor and outdoor seating; no drive-through. 3151 Lakeshore Rd #55, Kelowna (<1 km). 
• Tim Hortons – coffee & donuts with indoor and outdoor seating; no drive-through. 3255 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna (<1 km). 
• Prime Walk In (Previously Mission Medical) – walk-in medical clinic. 2775 Tutt Street, Kelowna (1.3 km).

Where to Rent a Bicycle in Kelowna:

• Lakefront Sports Centre – land rentals for mountain bikes, kids bikes, child carriers, joggers, strollers. Shuttle services available. 1350B Water St, Kelowna (4.1 km).
• Drift e-Bike Rentals – book your ride online, select a delivery location, and get cruising. Great for riding the rolling hills around some of the higher-elevation wineries without sore legs and fatigue. For ages 19+ and city-use only. Booked online & delivered to your location.

Where to Rent a Boat in Kelowna

• Kelowna Downtown Marina –  From high-end MasterCraft and tow boats to Chaparral bowriders and jetskis, there’s something for every lake adventure. Booking available online. Tubes, wakeboards, kayaks, paddleboards and water ski rentals are also available. 210 Bernard Ave, Kelowna (3.8 km).
• Eldorado Resort Marina – powerboats, pontoons and wave runners all available, with wakeboards, tubes & wakesurfing equipment rentals. Open 7 days a week. 3762 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna (1.4 km). 
• Lakefront Sports Centre – watersport rentals including jet skis, boats, tubes, wakeboards, waterskis, kayaks, paddleboards & wetsuits. 1350B Water St, Kelowna (4.1 km).

Where to Rent Skiing & Snowboarding Gear

• Ski Outlet Canada – ski and snowboard rentals for juniors, youth and adults; located on the way to Big White Ski Resort. 115 Hwy 33, Kelowna (10 km).
• Big White Ski Resort Rentals – pick up your rentals when you arrive at the mountain, with rental gear for all ages and experience levels. 5315 Big White Rd, Beaverdell (62.5km). 
• Telemark Nordic Club Rentals – Cross country ski and snowshoe rentals for all ages and experience levels. West Kelowna, BC V4T 2G3 (28.2 km).