Kelowna 
Credit: Davison Orchards
Things to do this Thanksgiving Weekend in Kelowna
Thanksgiving weekend events & activities in Kelowna including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, exhibitions, and more: Friday, October 8 – Monday, October 11, 2021.
I. Family & Kids Activities this weekend
Family Pumpkin Picking
The Pumpkin Patch is ripe and ready in October! Take a Johnny Popper Tour to the Pumpkin Patch, find your perfect pumpkin, and take in the fall fun!
Pumpkins come in an endless variety of sizes, shapes, weights, and colors; there are so many to choose from! Make a fall tradition and create lasting memories for your kids. Details
September 30 – October 31, 2021
Wednesday – Sunday | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Davison Orchards, 3111 Davison Road, Vernon
Pick your own any size pumpkin & Tour: $10
Pumpkin Tour Only: $7.50 Adults or $4.50 for Children 2-12
Family Daze in the Corn
Join us for our regular fall season Family Daze in the Corn Maze. Get lost in the family-friendly corn maze, enjoy a meet and greet with our friendly goats, take pictures with FlapJack our donkey, load up on your favourite candies in the general store, enjoy the model railway exhibit, take a tour by wagon rides provided by the Pioneer Power Club and stay warm at the bonfires… maybe even have a s’more or two. Details
October 2 – 24, 2021 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Historic O’Keefe Ranch, 9380 BC-97, Vernon
General admission is By Donation, Suggested: $5 – $10; Corn Maze: Adults $8, Seniors & Children $5, Children under 5 are Free.
Arts Blast Day Camp
Rotary Centre for the Arts’ professional instructors is geared up to keep your youth involved and active in a variety of ways with music and drama, games, crafts, and the creation of art masterpieces.
For kids 5-10 years old. Details
Friday, October 8, 2021 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston Ave, Kelowna
$55.00; Advance registration is required.
Kangaroo Creek Farm
See a variety of exotic and domestic animals and birds in natural surroundings. Learn more about the animals at the farm here. A guide will be available to help you get up close to a joey and give it a gentle pet and get a picture. Details
Daily, until October 11, 2021 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Kangaroo Creek Farm, 5932 Old Vernon Road, Kelowna
Adults $12, Children and youth $6, Seniors 65 yrs + $6, children 4 and under, Free. Plus GST.
Myra Canyon Adventure Park
Kids will definitely enjoy this site, with its challenging rope courses, netted climbing course, disc golf, zip lines, balance boards, swings and so much more. Courses are of different levels and children from ages 3 and above are welcome. Details
Daily | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Weekdays: last admission at 5pm
Weekends: last admission at 6pm
Myra Canyon Adventure Park, 4429 June Springs Road, Kelowna
Kinder Course (3 and over) $23, Tree + zip: $44 – $59
Pumpkin Tour Only: $7.50 Adults or $4.50 for Children 2-12
Field of Screams
Field of Screams is the most terrifying haunted corn maze in the Okanagan. This year is bigger and better than ever! Now with a total of four mazes. Details
October 1 – 30, 2021 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Historic O’Keefe Ranch, 9380 BC-97, Vernon
From $10.50
Fun Things to Do with Kids in Kelowna
There are plenty of family-friendly outdoor and indoor activities that will keep your kids busy every moment of every day. Details
Things to Do with Kids in the Okanagan Valley
Adult travellers may think that the Okanagan Valley is just for wine lovers or outdoor adventure seekers, but in reality, the area is an excellent destination for families with children of all ages. There are so many wonderful places to be explored that are kid-friendly that you should be able to spend many days or even weeks in the area with no problems of finding activities to keep them occupied. Details
Most of the Parks will have Covid-19 protocols in place. Do be mindful of them while visiting.
Family Getaways in BC
The dynamic landscape of beautiful British Columbia makes it the perfect spot for the perfect family trip. Whether your family enjoys exploring the mountain ranges, big cities or beach front destinations, BC has something for every family, young and old. Build memories exploring the numerous west coast destinations that BC has to offer. Details
II. Live Music
Dueling Pianos Solo Request Show
Referred to as the “glitter soaked fairy”… for more than a decade, the vivacious Brittany Graling has been igniting audiences across Canada, US and Europe with her high energy performances and diverse vocality.
Her Dueling Divas solo show is an all request piano party! Playing your favourite songs from the 1950s to today. Lady Gaga to Elton John, Snoop Dog to Dolly Parton, ACDC to Garth brooks, Old time rock n roll to brand new hits on the radio today… This glittery gal plays EVERYTHING! Details
Sunday, October 10, 2021 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
4638 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna
$30 – $90
III. Theatre/Performing Arts
Comedy for a Cause for the John Howard Society
Kelowna Chrysler is excited to present comedy for cause for the John Howard Society. This exciting night of laughs will feature Kelowna’s top comics with 100% of ticket sales going to this important cause.
The John Howard Society believes everyone deserves a safe place to lay their heads, have a meal, and a place they can feel safe. Details
Friday, October 8, 2021 | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Dakodas Comedy Lounge, 1574 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna
$20.99
Chris Gordon at Dakoda’s
Home Hardware is proud to present Chris Gordon! This is a must-see event with one of Canada’s top touring comedians. Details
Saturday, October 9, 2021 | 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM PDT
Dakodas Comedy Lounge, 1574 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna
$15.89
Wine & Laughs at Dakoda’s Comedy Lounge
Come taste Summerhill’s amazing wine while enjoying some of Kelowna Comedy’s top local comedians. This special show will feature seven of the funniest comedians in the city many of whom have been featured on Just For Laughs Northwest. This show will include at tasting of a white and red wine! Details
Saturday, October 9, 2021 | 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Dakodas Comedy Lounge, 1574 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna
$15.89
IV. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
Kelowna Chiefs VS Revelstoke Grizzlies
Catch some HOT KIJHL game action with your Kelowna Chiefs. Details
Saturday, October 9, 2021 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Rutland Arena, 645 Dodd Road, Kelowna
$0 – $10.50
BC Culture Days
Culture Days features free participatory and interactive arts and cultural activities presented by individual artists, groups, organizations, municipalities and festivals. The event will feature free, hands-on, interactive activities that invite the public to participate “behind the scenes”—and to discover the world of artists, creators, historians, architects, curators, and designers at work in their community. Details
September 24 to October 24, 2021
Various Locations, BC
Free
Downtown Kelowna Scavenger Hunt
Explore arts and culture in Downtown Kelowna through a month-long scavenger hunt! The scavenger hunt features public art, exhibitions, cultural landmarks, and community venues as checkpoints.
This is a free, family-friendly, fully-accessible activity that allows you to experience art and culture on your own time PLUS a chance to win exciting prize packages from great vendors from around Kelowna! Details
September 24 – October 24, 2021
Downtown Kelowna
Free
Swipe Right at Dakoda’s Comedy Lounge
Tinder is the best and THE WORST thing to happen to modern dating. Come enjoy stories of bad dates and relationships gone wrong with some of the funniest comedians in the city. If you have a significant other or you are feeling insignificant, this is the show for you! Hosted by the slickest ladies man (retired now) in the game, David Kopp! The show will be capped by a special performance from, married and too tired to mingle, Sarah Dawn. Details
Friday, October 8, 2021 | 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Dakodas Comedy Lounge, 1574 Harvey Avenue, Kelowna
$15.89
Go Hiking or Visit Nature Areas
Parks and pathways, Provincial parks and conservation reserves are open for people to enjoy some time with nature.
Enjoy a leisurely walk with the family at any of these locations:
Escape from Mannequin Madness: An Exit Room Experience
Register your bubble of up to four people for this exit room style experience. By solving clues around the Okanagan Military Museum, you will save the world from the mad scientist Dr. Mann E. Quinn, who is plotting to raise a mannequin army. This experience is best for ages 10 and up, and great for a family. You have 1 hour… to save the world. Details
Thursday, October 7, 2021 | 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Okanagan Military Museum, 1424 Ellis Street, Kelowna
$35 per bubble/group. Limited bookings available – Reservations are required.
Explore Okanagan Valley
Okanagen Valley is a favourite for outdoor-loving travellers who want to spend time in the year-round warmer climates, along with those who love the easygoing culture and history of these parts. Vineyards and orchards dot the landscape, offering unique culinary aspects to days spent here. Details
Go on Scenic Drives
British Columbia has some of the most scenic vistas in the entire country. With a mixture of ocean, mountains, valleys, lakes, vineyards, waterfalls, orchards and farmland, the highways and byways of the province will take you past some amazing views. A road trip through the province will allow you to experience a little bit of everything. Details
Public & Farmers’ Markets
- Kelowna Farmers’ & Crafters’ Market on Wednesdays & Saturdays, thru till October 30 | 8 AM-1 PM @ Corner of Dilworth Dr. & Springfield Rd., Kelowna. Details
- Vernon Farmers Market on Mondays & Thursdays | 8 AM – 1 PM @ Back parking lot at Kal Tire Place, 3445 43 Avenue, Vernon. Details
Weekend Getaways
- Girls Weekend Getaways. Details
- Cheap Weekend Getaways for Couples. Details
- Wilderness & Off the Grid Getaways. Details
- Yoga Retreats & Getaways. Details
- Must-Visit Nature Parks. Details
Rediscover Kelowna
Rediscover this exciting city you live in! Details
V. Thanksgiving Dinner/Events
Thanksgiving Turkey Take-Out
Thanksgiving Dinner Dine-In
- Earls Kitchen + Bar
- Eldorado Resort on October 10-12
- West Coast Grill and Oyster Bar on October 10 – 12
- Predator Ridge – Brunch on October 11; Dinner on October 12
- Hillside Winery & Bistro on October 11
- Open Table listing
VI. Virtual Events & Activities
Vancouver International Film Festival
The Vancouver International Film Festival welcomes the world to Vancouver as it showcases the top international, Canadian, and BC films and plays host to industry professionals from around the globe. Details
October 1 to 11, 2021
Explore the World with a Sustainability Challenge for Kids
Children and youth across Canada are invited to take part in an epic, eight-week sustainability-themed challenge – “Around the World in 60 Days” – from Scouts Canada. Through fun and engaging activities rooted in sustainability, young Canadians will embark on exciting story-driven adventures set virtually in eight different countries. The activities will equip youth with tools and competencies to explore global issues; introduce topics such as inequality, food security, melting icecaps, mental and physical heath and more; and encourage creative problem solving and reflection to drive awareness and development outcomes. Details
October 4 – November 28, 2021
Free
18th Annual Cashmere Collection: The NEW Belle Époque
Canadian-made Bathroom Tissue couture will take the runway for an important cause on September 28th, 2021, for the 18th Annual Cashmere Collection. For the first time ever, the all-Canadian fashion with compassion event will hit primetime TV this fall, in a TV special airing on CTV on Friday, October 8, 2021, 7 PM EST, and subsequently available on Crave. Details
Friday, October 8, 2021 | 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM
CTV and Crave
Free
We do try to make the listings as accurate as possible, but there may be typographical/oversight errors or events may be cancelled or postponed without any notice. Verify all details from concerned event Websites/officials.