Welcome the coziness of autumn with our list of fall events and activities. (updated for 2024)
We’re talking about sunrise hikes, biking, bird watching, fall markets, brewery events, wine harvest, apple picking, pumpkins and learning about the history of the syilx/Okanagan Peoples. Start planning your weekend now with these fall events and activities!
Fall Events
Fall Fest at Grizzli Winery | Oct 12 | 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Grizzli Winery | 2550 Boucherie Rd
This event is family and pet-friendly event. Check out local vendors, seasonal goods, wine tasting and live music. There will be tons of family-friendly fall activities, including a fall photo booth, outdoor lawn games, kids’ face painting, apple bobbing, a fire pit for s’mores and craft and colouring stations to keep the kids busy.
This event is free to attend.
West Kelowna Art Exhibition | Oct 19, 10:00am – 4:00 pm | Oct 20, 11:00am – 3:00 pm
Westbank Lions Community Centre | 2466 Main St
A two-day celebration of local artist talent with a variety of techniques and mediums on display. Come out to view over 20 artists with paintings, pottery, metalwork and wood carvings on display and available for purchase.
A full list of events taking place in West Kelowna can be found on our events calendar. Here you will find information about live music, comedy shows, trivia nights and art workshops.
Halloween Fun
Haunted House at the Museum | Oct 21 – 25 and 28 – 30, 9:00am – 4:00pm | Oct 26 12:00pm – 7:00pm | Oct 31 10:00am – 5:00pm
Westbank Museum | 2376 Dobbin Rd
The Westbank Museum will be turning its place into a haunted house. Bring your ghosts, ghouls and goblins to the Westbank Museum. Are you brave enough to tour it? Entry is by donation.
Trick or Sip! | Oct 26 | 11:00am – 5:00pm
various wineries of the Westside Wine Trail
Trick or Sip on the Westside Wine Trail is a spooktacular Halloween event. This hauntingly delightful gathering promises a fangtastic time for all attendees while supporting a crucial cause—the Central Okanagan Fire Relief efforts. The Trick or Sip event will feature a bewitching blend of wine tastings, delectable treats, and spine-chilling entertainment, creating an unforgettable Halloween experience. Ticket info: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/trick-or-sip-2024-tickets-934693452277
Halloweenie | Oct 27 | 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Grizzli Winery | 2550 Boucherie Rd
A safe indoor event that is perfect to keep your little ones warm. There will be a scavenger hunt, colouring stations, games and trick or treating. Dress up in your best costumes (dogs too!) as this is a family and pet friendly event. Ticket information. https://www.exploretock.com/grizzliwinery/event/508700/halloweenie-a-family-pet-friendly-halloween-celebration
Halloween DJ Skate | Oct 29 | 6:45pm – 8:00pm
Jim Lind Arena | 2760 Cameron Rd
Cranked tunes and fun times are always to be had at the annual Halloween DJ Skate. Come in your costume and there will be candy! This is a ticketed event. Register online here.
Fall Activities
Apple Picking & the Nut Harvest
There is nothing like the taste of a freshly picked, crisp apple! Apple picking is a favourite pastime and our Okanagan apples make great apple pie and applesauce! Places to pick apples include Paynter’s Fruit Market, Griffin Farms and Westbank Farm Produce. You can also get ready-picked apples at our fruit stands. Apple picking season usually runs from the end of September to late October. Visit westsidefarmloop.com for more information on our farms.
Many people don’t realize that we have a century-old working nut farm in West Kelowna. The Gellatly Nut Farm Regional Park is open from dawn to dusk, nut harvest and sales take place from September to November. For 2023, nuts can be purchased at the booth at the main heritage house. If no one is there, an honor system is used or e-transfers can take place. For more information about the nut harvest and the types of nuts available for purchase visit: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/cb2aaf80bf99419b9a8eba4718bc4ec6
Wine Touring
Fall is a great time to visit the wineries as there is so much happening! The vineyards are full of colour and bustling with activity (you may get lucky to see the crush taking place on the pads of the wineries). We have over 20 tasting rooms where you can discover a new wine, cider, spirit or brew.
During the fall and winter months, the tasting rooms are a little quieter, leaving plenty of time to ask all those questions. A quick note, many wineries move to seasonal hours this time of year and it is best to check their websites before visiting. Learn more about our wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries here: https://www.visitwestside.com/listing-category/eat/ or visit thewestsidewinetrail.com.
Bird Watching
West Kelowna is a popular place for bird watchers with over 240 different species being spotted. Bird watching can be enjoyed year-round, with great shore and forested locations to view our feathered friends. Some popular spots include the mouth of Powers Creek and Rotary Trails as well as Rose Valley Regional Park and Glen Canyon Regional Park. Download our Birding Map and Guide and see how many different species you can spot!
Hiking & Biking
If you are in search of a spot for a spectacular sunrise photo, look no further than Mount Boucherie. This dormant volcano is a focal point in our community and offers stunning views toward Kelowna as well as Peachland. Be sure to check out the hiking and biking section of our website for trail information on Kalamoir Regional Park, Glen Canyon Regional Park, Goat’s Peak Regional Park, Bear Creek Provincial Park and the Smith Creek Trail Network. *Please note that Rose Valley Regional Park is closed.
Best Places to Take Fall Pics
Looking to take some photos of all those gorgeous fall colours? We have a list of the best places to take some fall pics. Check it out here and if we missed anything off the list, let us know!
Enjoy your fall explorations and be sure to tag us or use #VisitWestside and show us those photos!
