2026 West Kelowna Holidays Event Guide
It’s time to get festive! There are some great holiday events taking place in West Kelowna over the coming weeks. Use this handy Holidays Event Guide and make the most of this holiday season.
From twinkling light-up events and cozy craft markets to wine-tasting adventures and Santa sightings, there’s no shortage of festive fun to be had.
HOLIDAY EVENT LISTINGS & FESTIVE WORKSHOPS
Christmas Ornament and Arts/Craft Show | November 7 & 8 | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
West Kelowna Yacht Club | 4111 Gellatly Rd | website link
This annual holiday showcase features a stunning collection of handcrafted Christmas ornaments, arts and unique crafts by local artisans.
Winter Wanderland | November 21 & 22 | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Quails’ Gate Winery | 3303 Boucherie Rd | website link
Guests are invited to wander the estate and immerse themselves in all kinds of holiday wonder!
Wreath and Porch Pot Workshops | November 21 & 22 | 11:00 am & 2:00 pm
Bylands Garden Centre | 1600 Byland Rd | website link
Add a little handmade magic to your holiday decorating with either a Wreath or a Porch Pot workshop. $80 per workshop.
JPC Holiday Light Up | November 28
Join in the fun at the 6th annual Family Fun Holiday Light Up across al Jason Parkes Customs properties. Click on the website links for details!
The Hatching Post – Holly Jolly Hoedown | 11:00 am – 5:00 pm | 2850 Boucherie Rd | website link
Black Swift Vineyards – On Till It’s Gone | 11:00 am – 6:00 pm | 2345 Boucherie Rd | website link
the hatch – Turn It On | 11:00 am – 6:00 pm | 3225 Boucherie Rd | website link
Truck 59 Ciderhouse – Family Fun Day | 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm | 3877 Brown Rd | website link
Crown & Thieves – Pin the Dingle on the Kringle | 11:00 am – 6:0 0pm | 3887C Brown Rd | website link
Christmas Market | November 28 & 29 | 11:30 am – 3:30 pm
Grizzli Winery | 2550 Boucherie Rd | website link
Celebrate the holiday season and shop locally curated artisan vendors, mulled wine and wine tastings. Family & Pet Friendly!
The market features a wide selection of curated vendors and artists in BC that guarantee an amazing holiday shopping experience. Visit the Grizzli Christmas Market inside the tasting room, take in the scenic winter vineyards and enjoy a cozy outdoor firepit for roasting s’mores!
Winter Wreath Workshop | December 3 | 11:00 am – 1:00pm
Gellatly Nut Farm Regional Park | 2375 Whitworth Rd | website link
Learn hands-on techniques to create a festive, fragrant decoration to take home and enjoy throughout the season. All greenery and supplies are included in the $25 fee; please bring hand pruners and gardening gloves. Registration required.
Gnome Tree Workshop | December 3 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Frind Beach Restaurant at Frind Estate Winery | 3725 Boucherie Rd | website link
Be guided step-by-step in creating a holiday gnome tree. Each ticket includes a complimentary glass of Frind wine, with all supplies being provided!
Light Up on Brown Rd | December 4 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Fireworks @ 8:45pm
Brown Rd | website link
Join in the fun during the Light Up on Brown Road! The festivities kick off at 6:00 pm with the ceremonial tree lighting at 6:30 pm. Enjoy food trucks, kids’ activities, and community displays. Don’t miss the photo booth, hot chocolate, and the arrival of Santa. Plus, check out The Market at Light Up, a craft show at the Westbank Lions Community Centre (6:00 pm – 9:00 pm).
FIREWORKS! Subject to weather, these high-altitude fireworks will be set off at 8:45 pm, with viewing locations at the Plaza at City Hall and Memorial Park.
Adventsmarkt | December 5, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm | December 6, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Dogwood Nursery | 3417A Paynter Rd
The 14h Annual Adventsmarkt returns to Dogwood Nursery. This Christmas market features local vendors, food trucks, fresh BC grown Christmas trees, gifts, boughs, poinsettias and more!
Winterfest | December 5 | 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
West Kelowna Regional Library | 3731 Old Okanagan Hwy | website link
Enjoy storytime with Santa and stay for photos, letter writing and take home crafts.
Sip into the Season | December 5 | 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
wineries of the Westside Wine Trail | various locations | website link
Sip into the Season is back, offering a festive journey through the Westside Wine Trail. This popular event offers a delightful holiday tastings paired with a bite at participating West Kelowna wineries. Only those partaking in wine tastings require a ticket and attendees must be 19+ to have a wine tasting.
Live Theatre: A Christmas Star | December 5 & 6 | 2:00 pm – 3:00pm
DoubleTree by Hilton | 2569 Dobbin Rd | website link
Join Crossing Creek Theatre’s seniors troupe, The Creekers, for their annual family-friendly Christmas plan – A Christmas Star. Tickets can be purchased online on their website.
Winterfest | December 6 | 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Jim Lind Arena | 2760 Cameron Rd | website link
Come of for an afternoon of skating, hot chocolate, candy canes and crafts. Santa will make an appearance at 2:00 pm
Holiday Buffet Brunch | December 6 & 13 | 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Landing Kitchen + Bar | 4205 Gellatly Rd | website link
Gather your family, catch up with friends, or celebrate the season with your favourite people over a delicious brunch buffet in a warm and welcoming lakefront setting.
Italian Christmas Culinary Demonstration | December 11 & 12 | 5:30 pm
Mission Hill Family Estate | 1730 Mission Hill Rd | website link
Experience the magic of an Italian Christmas with authentic flavours prepared by Mission Hill Family Estate’s culinary team.
Salsa Under the Mistletoe | December 13 | 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Grizzli Winery | 2550 Boucherie Rd | website link
A little salsa and a little holiday magic. Salsa Under the Mistletoe is a festive afternoon of dancing, drinks and mingling for singles 25+.
Christmas Jazz Special | December 18 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Grizzli Winery | 2550 Boucherie Rd | website link
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with an enchanting evening of live music at Grizzli Winery, featuring the Kinga Trio.
Twinkle Tour | December 1 – end of December | various locations
Want to know where the best holiday light displays are in town? Take a self-guided tour of all the Twinkle Tour entries and see West Kelowna twinkle and shine. Find a mobile-friendly map of all the locations on the Twinkle Tour website. The map will be updated as new locations are submitted.
Festival of Trees Experience| November 21 – December 31 | 12:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Mission Hill Family Estate | 1730 Mission Hill Rd | website link
Your tasting experience begins with a guided tour through the estate adorned with beautifully decorated trees. Continue with a seated tasting of a thoughtfully curated wine flight paired with seasonal small bites. $65 per person.
Dining in the Domes
Location: Frind Winery | 3725 Boucherie Rd | website link
Doming Dining Hours
Make a reservation in the beautiful lakeside Domes, at Frind Estate Winery. The delicious Winter Menu, created by Chef Ryan Lauzon, will be available Wednesday-Sunday from 2:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Reservations can be made online. Happy Hour takes place between 2:00 pm -5:00 pm.
Wednesday nights will also see a featured pizza and wings.
Brunch in the Domes
Enjoy brunch in magical lakefront domes, starting November 14. Every Saturday & Sunday | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.
Want to do a holiday staycation? We have some great B&Bs and hotels to stay at!
Enjoy the holiday cheer this season! Please tag us or use #VisitWestside in any of your photos – we love seeing people have fun!
