From charity runs and sports games, to craft markets and the biggest community events in the city, it is hard to be bored while being in Kelowna.
If you’re looking for a way to make the most of your weekend, we are here to tell you about the notable events and activities coming to town.
Here is your Weekend Need to KNow!
Youth Pop-Up Party
WorkBC is inviting local youth to skate their Friday evening away at the Stuart Park Ice Rink.
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From 4 pm until 6 pm tonight, you can pop by the rink to enjoy free Timbits and hot chocolate, all the while learning more about how WorkBC can better support you!
Celebrate the holidays with Arion Therapeutic Farm
From 10 am until 2 pm this Saturday, families are invited to visit the adorable animals at Arion Farms as well as partake in an abundance of festive fun!
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For a $5 donation, attendees will be able to enjoy holiday crafts, storytime with Santa himself and a tour of the farm.
HomeGrown Holiday Market
If you need to collect some last-minute gifts for the holidays and want to do your part to support local, head to Upside Cider this Saturday at 11 am until 4 pm for the final HomeGrown Market of the season.
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The market will feature everything from homemade baked goods to handmade jewellry and many other stunning artisan creations perfect for stuffing stockings!
Holiday Hockey Fundraiser
Hockey lovers who have a philanthropic bone will want to ensure they make a trip to Prospera Place this Sunday for the annual Holiday Hockey Fundraisers.
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See two teams filled with local entrepenuers and pro players go head to head in a light-hearted match in support of the Central Okanagan Food Bank.
In addition to the game, there will be a silent auction, meet and greet opportunities and bowling at BNA afterward! The fun begins at 1 pm and admission is $10.
9th Annual Menorah Lighting
Hanukkah begins on Sunday night and in Kelowna that means it’s time for the annual light-up at Stuart Park.
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The celebrations will begin at 5 pm with the highlight being the lighting of the nine-foot menorah.
There will be plenty of fun to be had beyond that, however, as attendees can also expect latkes, jelly donuts, music, crafts, a free raffle and plenty more.
To see a more comprehensive list of events taking place in our community you can head to our events calendar! If you would like the Now you KNow cruiser to be at your next event, send an email to events@kelownanow.com.
