Winterfest 2026 - Skate with Santa

The City of West Kelowna presents Winterfest 2026: a magical weekend for the entire family!

This is Light Up weekend and the fun continues all weekend long with Winterfest! See the schedule below, or check out Visit Westside’s event calendar for more activities that are happening in West Kelowna.

December 5, 2026

Storytime with Santa | 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm | West Kelowna Regional Library (3731 Old Okanagan Hwy)

3:00 pm – Santa arrives

3:15 – 3:45 pm – Storytime with Santa

3:45 – 5:00 pm – Photos with Santa, letter writing, and take-home crafts

December 6, 2026

Skate with Santa | 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Jim Lind Arena (2760 Cameron Rd)

1:00 – 4:30 pm – Hot chocolate, candy canes & Crafts

1:30 – 4:00 pm – Skating

2:00 pm – Santa Arrives

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register to attend?

These are drop-in events, there is no need to register.

Is there a cost to attend?

These are free community events, there is no cost to attend.

Who is organizing these events?

The City of West Kelowna’s Recreation and Culture Department organizes these events, you can learn more here.