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Things To Do in Kelowna

Kelowna is a small city on Lake Okanagan in BCs interior. The population is just over 100, 000 making it the largest city in the interior. It is a 5 hour drive east of Vancouver BC and there is an airport. Kelowna has all the amenities of a big city: shopping dining, golf attractions, orchards and wineries.

Spring, summer, fall or winter, anytime is a great time to visit Kelowna. Here are 20 things to do and see:

• The Okananagan Heritage Museum:  First Nations artifacts. The Ethnography Gallery features collections from Central and South America, Asia, Oceania, and Africa. Visit an authentic pioneer Chinese grocery store or a replica John McDougal’s trading post built in the 1860s. http://kelownamuseums.ca/okanagan-heritage-museum/index.html
  
  
• BC Orchard Industry Museum:  Fruit is a major industry in Kelowna and the museum pays tribute to the tree fruit industry.
  http://kelownamuseums.ca/bc-orchard-museum/index.html
  
  
• BC Wine Museum: Wine is also a major part of Kelowna’s recent burst of business. Historic bottles, labels, wine-making equipment and artifacts from the history of viticulture and winemaking in the region:  Etruscan, Greek and Chinese. Don’t forget the onsite VQA store on your way out! http://kelownamuseums.ca/bc-wine-museum/index.html
  
  
• The Okanagan Military Museum: established in 1988, it is The Okanagan Military Museum is dedicated to the preservation and greater awareness of Okanagan military heritage. See the extensive collection of war memorabilia from the Cold War the Korean War and World War I and II.
  
  
• The Central Okanagan Sports Hall of Fame: Kelowna’s, vibrant sport history honors those who inspire through their dedication to sport and through their success.
  
  
• Kelowna Parks and Beaches: Hot summers mean there is a lot to do outdoors! Check out the municipal site for options and note: playgrounds parks, stadiums, pathways and beaches are now smoke free: http://www.kelowna.ca/CM/Page91.aspx
  
  
• GOLF: Golf season is long in Kelowna and there are many first rate courses around. This website has a complete list of courses. http://www.tourismkelowna.com/do/golf-courses
  
  
• WINE: If you like wine, be sure and visit one of the many, many wineries in this region. Tours and tastings are available. Many have a restaurant so you can make a day or evening of it. http://www.tourismkelowna.com/do/wine/wineries
  
  
• BREWERIES: If wine isn’t your thing, visit one of the local micro breweries to see how it is made. http://www.tourismkelowna.com/do/arts-entertainment/breweries
  
  
• Casinos: If you’re feeling lucky there are 2 casinos in town that offer a wide range of games.
  http://www.tourismkelowna.com/do/arts-entertainment/casinos
  
  
• Fat Cat Children’s Festival: For kids of all ages this annual event is fun for the whole family!
  http://www.fatcatfestival.ca/
  
  
• Mardi Gras Street Festival: The outdoor fun continues into the night with street performers, pubs and music all around. Go to the downtown business association website for details:
  http://www.downtownkelowna.com/visitor_info/events_calendar/
  
  
• Arlo’s Honey Farm: Buy your won beeswax! An experience you wont forget. Located in south east Kelowna, Fruit, beeswax, pollen, propolis and vegetables in season, too! http://www.arloshoneyfarm.com/
  
  
• Croc Talk Conservation and Rescue: Learn about these misunderstood and often mistreated reptiles. Educational and fun. http://www.croctalk.com/
  
  
• The Blue Gator Bar and Grill: This local joint is home to the blues in Kelowna. Good food at a good price.
  http://www.bluegator.net/
  
  
• Rotary Centre for the Arts:  Located in the core of Kelowna’s Cultural District.   A multidisciplinary visual and performing arts centre. http://www.rotarycentreforthearts.com/
  
  
• Father Pandosy Mission: Historic home of the first white establishment in 1859.
  http://www.okanaganhistoricalsociety.org/pandosy_mission.html
  
  
• Myra Trestles: These historic CNR trestles have been rebuilt. Located on the historic Kettle Valley Railway. Wear comfortable shoes – also- the trestles are not for those who have vertigo!
  http://www.myratrestles.com/
  
  
• SKIIING: Kelowna has some of the best skiing around. Big white Chrystal Mountain and Silver Star are three of the biggest resorts.
  http://www.tourismkelowna.com/do/outdoor-adventure/skiing-snowboarding
  
  
• TOURS: If you want someone else do all the planning why not go on a tour. Tours available by air, horse, bus or ATV.
  http://www.tourismkelowna.com/do/outdoor-adventure/guided-tours
  
  
• LAKE: Lake Okanagan is a huge lake that spans 110 km from north (Vernon) to south (Penticton). Kelowna sits at the halfway point. See the local tourism website for fun in the water!
  http://www.tourismkelowna.com/do/lake

 

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