What’s happening this weekend in the Okanagan & Kamloops | November 6 – 8, 2026

The first weekend of November is here! Many eager Christmas shoppers are excited to explore the many Christmas markets this weekend, along with other fun seasonal activities. This weekend also has plenty of musical performances, arts, and outdoor activities, so make sure to check out what’s happening near you!

PENTICTON

Yuletide Market at the Penticton Trade & Convention Centre

The 8th Annual Yuletide Market at the Penticton Trade & Convention Centre is back and bigger than ever, and you’re invited to kick off the holiday season in style! Come explore over 165 talented local makers and shakers, all under one roof, ready to help you find the perfect gifts and goodies for everyone on your list. From handcrafted treasures to delicious holiday treats, shopping local has never felt so merry and bright!

When:
Friday, November 6, from 3 pm to 7 pm

Saturday, November 7, from 10 am to 5 pm

Sunday, November 8, from 10 am to 3 pm

Entry: $3 for the day or $5 for the weekend; kids under 15 are free
Where: Penticton Trade and Convention Center, 853 Eckhardt Avenue W, Penticton

More information: Yuletide Market

Dean Brody and the Reklaws | Hometown Heroes Tour

Dean Brody and The Reklaws bring their highly anticipated Hometown Heroes Tour with special guest Nate Haller to the South Okanagan Events Centre in Penticton. This powerhouse Canadian country lineup unites chart-topping acts and rising talent for a night packed with singalong anthems, feel-good energy and hit after hit.

When: Friday, November 6, Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:30 pm

Tickets: Prices Vary

Where: South Okanagan Event Centre, 853 Eckhardt Ave W, Penticton

More information: South Okanagan Events Centre

The Hallway Social at the Cannery Trade Centre

Hallway Social is a collaborative shopping event bringing together the businesses of our little corner of Penticton, along with an eclectic mix of local makers, artists, vintage sellers and food vendors. Each participating business is hosting its own vendors, turning the spaces around us into a walkable shopping experience.

When: Saturday, November 7, from 10 am to 2 pm
Where: The Cannery Trade Centre, 1475 Fairview Rd, Penticton
More information: The Hallway Social

Annual Wassail at Creek & Gully Cidery

Join us at Creek & Gully for our annual Wassail, a celebration of the harvest, the orchard, and the changing seasons! A family-friendly outdoor celebration of cider, community, and winter cheer. Gather around bonfires, enjoy live music, dance under the stars, and savour the tastes of the season.

When: Sunday, November 8, from 5 pm to 10 pm

Tickets: $27 (includes 2 drinks a
Where:  Creek & Gully, 1053 Poplar Grove Rd, Penticton

More information: Creek and Gully

KELOWNA & AREA

Epic Okanagan 2026 Bartender Battle

Join us for an evening of cocktails and delicious bites! The cocktails will be produced by bartenders battling to become the 2026 EPIC Okanagan Champion. Each bartender will live-mix for the judges on stage, then you, the public, will get a chance to try it…along with a gourmet bite prepared by their chef and vote on your favourite! DJ Music will be provided to keep your energy high!

When: Friday, November 6, from 7 pm to 10:30 pm

Tickets: $114

Where: Laurel Packinghouse,1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna

More information: Epic Okanagan 

Four Voices Live – Kelowna Ballet

Ballet Kelowna opens its 2026/27 season with Four Voices, a striking mixed program of established and emerging choreographic perspectives. The compelling season opener will feature two audience favourites, Simone Orlando’s poignant Remembrance Day tribute, Acts of Remembrance, and Trey McIntyre’s delightfully dazzling The Reassuring Effects (of Form and Poetry).

When:

Friday, November 6, at 7:30 pm

Saturday, November 7, at 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm (two shows)

Tickets: Prices Vary
Where: Kelowna Community Theatre, 1375 Water St, Kelowna, BC

More Information: Four Voices Live Kelowna Ballet

5th Annual Christmas Ornament and Art/Craft Sale – West Kelowna Yacht Club

Visit with Artisans and Crafters who have created one-of-a-kind ornaments especially for the show, alongside their other handmade artworks! Happening at the West Kelowna Yacht Club. Please bring donations for the Okanagan Food Bank and Bartley Court Shelter.

When: Saturday and Sunday, November 7 and 8, from 11 am to 4 pm

Where: West Kelowna Yacht Club, 4111 Gellatly Road, West Kelowna

More information: Annual Christmas Ornament and Art/Craft Sale

Winter Warm-Up Market

Get a jump on your holiday shopping at the Winter Warm-Up Market at the
Rotary Centre for the Arts. With over 60 unique vendors, this event offers a fantastic selection of handcrafted gifts, artisanal goods, and festive treats. Whether you’re looking for one-of-a-kind decorations, thoughtful presents, or seasonal delights, you’re sure to find something special. Don’t miss this opportunity to avoid the holiday rush and find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list!

When: Saturday, November 7, from 10 am to 4 pm

Entry: Admission is by donation
Where: Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston Avenue, Kelowna

More information: Winter Warm-Up Market

Jim Jefferies: Son Of A Carpenter – Prospera Place

Internationally acclaimed comedian, actor, and writer Jim Jefferies is bringing his Son of a Carpenter Tour to Kelowna this fall. One of the most provocative, fearless, and globally celebrated comedians of his generation, Jefferies continues to sell out theatres around the world with his razor-sharp stand-up and unapologetic perspective on modern life.

When: Saturday, November 7, at 7 pm

Tickets: Prices Vary
Where: Prospera Place, 1223 Water St, Kelowna

More information: Prospera Place

Sip & Sculpt: Holiday Pottery Workshop – Folktale Cider

Join us at Folktale Cider for a cozy, creative pottery workshop! In this hands-on class, you’ll be guided step by step through creating your own ceramic candle house or candle holder using 2 lbs of clay. Templates will be provided for both projects, making this workshop perfect for beginners and those with pottery experience alike. Once your creation is complete, the team at Turiya the Fourth will take care of glazing and firing your piece. Choose between a classic white or beautiful blue glaze for your finishing touch.

When: Sunday, November 8, from 1 pm to 3 pm

Tickets: $70
Where: Folktale Cider, 3950 Irvine Rd, Lake Country

More information: Folktale Cider

VERNON & NORTH OKANAGAN

RetroMania

Step into a time machine of treasures at RetroMania, the premier show for vintage lovers, antique seekers, collectors, and retro enthusiasts! Whether you’re on the hunt for rare toys, cards, antiques, classic books, old coins, retro board games/video games and consoles, vintage art, CDs, DVDs, Vinyl records, collectible Pokémon and sports cards, etc., sports memorabilia, or nostalgic pop culture memorabilia… RetroMania has everything retro under one roof.

When: Saturday, November 7, from 11 am to 5 pm

Entry: $5, kids under 12 enter for free
Where: Vernon Recreation Centre, 3310 37th Ave, Vernon
More information: RetroMania

Moontricks Canada Tour 2026

Grassroots blues. Wistful soul. Boot-stomping bass. Nestled deep in the beautiful Kootenay mountains of Western Canada lies the home of Moontricks, an electro-folk, or “folktronica” duo formed by Nathan Gurley (production, keyboards, guitar) and Sean Rodman (vocals, guitar, banjo, harmonica), who describe their sound as a “backwoods bass”.

When: Friday, November 6, from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Tickets: $49
Where: Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre, 3800 33rd St, Vernon

More information: Moontricks

MIIGIS by Red Sky

Red Sky Performance is a global leader in contemporary Indigenous arts and culture. They bring bold and inspiring new works of dance, theatre, music, and multimedia to audiences across Canada and around the world. Driven by Sandra Laronde’s groundbreaking vision, Red Sky Performance creates works that elevate and evolve contemporary Indigenous arts, contributing to the vibrancy of Canada and the world.

When: Saturday, October 31, starts at 7:30 pm

When: Friday, November 6, from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm

Tickets: $49
Where: Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre, 3800 33rd St, Vernon

More information: MIIGIS by Red Sky

Artist Talk: Darian Goldin Stahl

The Vernon Public Art Gallery is pleased to host an artist talk by Darian Goldin Stahl on Saturday, in-person at the gallery. This event offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from the artist about her practice and the ideas behind Bound to Birth. The exhibition will be on view at the Vernon Public Art Gallery from October 16 to December 19.

When: Saturday, November 7, from 1 pm to 2 pm

Entry: By Donation
Where: Vernon Public Art Gallery, 3228 31 Ave, Vernon

More information: Vernon Public Art Gallery

KAMLOOPS & AREA

Kamloops Winter Farmers’ Market

For more than 40 years, the Kamloops Farmers’ Market has been a place for connecting local producers and consumers, and a place to share your passion for food and community. From breads and baking and fresh produce and fruit to hand-made artisanal products and gifts, the Kamloops Farmers’ Market is a must. And just because it’s the winter season doesn’t mean the Farmers’ Market hibernates! It just shifts indoors. Stop by the Mount Paul Community Food Centre for your winter weekly dose of freshness and community.

When: Saturday, November 7, from 10 am to 2 pm
Where: Mount Paul Community Food Centre, 140 Laburnum St, Kamloops

More information: Kamloops Farmers Market

Misfit Night Market Before Christmas

Shop small after dark at the Misfit Night Market Before Christmas, the biggest Misfit Night Market yet! About 80 local makers and vendors will fill both the Grand Hall and the Terrace in TRU’s Campus Activity Centre, so there’s plenty of room to browse for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts (or a little something for yourself). Vulture Sale from 9 pm to 10 pm, when many vendors will have deals on their tables for the last hour of the night.

When: Saturday, November 7, from 5 pm to 10 pm

Where: TRU Campus Activity Centre, 1055 University Drive, Kamloops

More information: Misfit Night Market

Nicholas’ Run for Youth Mental Health

Come together for a meaningful cause at the 4th Annual Nicholas’ Run for Youth Mental Health, a family-friendly 5 km run, walk, or stroll dedicated to raising awareness and supporting youth mental health in Kamloops.

Registration is required

When: Saturday, November 7, at 9 am

Cost: Donation with registration
Where: Pioneer Park, 40 7th ave, Kamloops

More Information: Nicholas Run

Winter Market at Twelve Fifty

Join local makers and businesses for a festive holiday market filled with unique finds, holiday shopping and seasonal cheer.

When: Sunday, November 8, from 11 am to 3 pm
Where: Twelvefifty, 1250 Rogers Way, Kamloops

More Information: Twelve Fifty

Event details may change. Readers should confirm schedules, ticket availability and registration requirements with organizers before attending.