Penticton & Wine Country
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK?
PENTICTON PEACH FESTIVAL
When: August 3-7
Where: Several locations
within Penticton, the main
stage and vendors are located
in Okanagan Lake Park.
Why: The 2016 Penticton
Peach Festival is a fantastic event which features a whirlwind 5
days of free family entertainment. Join us for all the activities:
a pancake breakfast, sandcastle competitions, chef's cook-off
competitions, Ogopogo War Canoe Races, PenTown Throwdown (skateboard/BMX event), Peter Bros. Grand Parade, Reel Peach Film Festival, Sheila Bishop Slo-Pitch
Tournment, Square Dance Festival and an amusement park.
Plus, food vendors, crafts, entertainment and much more.
Fun for the entire family!
Penticton Peach
Festival Edition
August 6-12, 2016
Saturday, August 6th
THE PENTICTON FARMERS MARKET
When: 8:30AM - 1:00PM
Where: 100 block of Main Street
Why: At our market you can expect to find farm fresh veggies & fruits, eggs, honey, baking, preserves and handmade
crafts – all grown or produced in the South Okanagan. Our
vendors proudly make, bake or grow everything they bring
to the market. We also host a selection of local liquor vendors each week.
Contact: pentictonfarmersmarket.org
Cost: FREE
Entertainment Schedule:
Friday, August 5 - Honeymoon Suite
Saturday, August 6 - High Voltage, tribute to AC/DC
Sunday, August 7 - R&B Icons
To download the full entertainment schedule, click here.
For more information on Penticton Peach Festival,
go to www.peachfest.com.
PENTICTON SQUARE DANCE FESTIVAL
When: August 3-6
Where: Senior Drop-In Centre, 2905 South Main Street
Why: The festival offers a unique and fantastic line up of callers
and cuers to entertain dancers from Alberta, BC and several of
the Pacific Northwest states. The festival offers an opportunity
for dancers to enjoy various levels of square and round dancing, and even an opportunity to dance in the lake.
Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
Cost: $45/person for all four days, $22 for 18 years and under
THE REEL PEACH FESTIVAL
When: August 3-7
Where: Okanagan Lake Park
Why: Each night at the Penticton Peach Festival before the
main act, the Reel Peach Festival will air 5-7 film submissions
featuring liquid libations or Okanagan experiences. Viewers can
vote online for their favourite video and enter to win a $250
prize package from Tourism Penticton.
Contact: www.reelpeachfest.com
DOWNTOWN COMMUNITY MARKET
When: 8:30AM - 2:00PM
Where: 200-400 block of Main Street and Front Street
Why: The market is the biggest of its kind in the Okanagan
with hundreds of vendors featuring handmade goods
including: clothing, food, jewellery, collectables, antiques
and furniture, as well as live music and entertainment. Farmfresh fruits and vegetables, flowers, honey, eggs, homemade
baking, preserves, crafts and wines!
Contact: www.downtownpenticton.org
Cost: FREE
ELIZABETH SHEPHARD & MICHAEL OCCHIPINTI
When: Doors open at 6:00PM, Show starts at 8:00PM
Where: The Dream Café, Front Street
Why: Having toured worldwide side by side over the past 4
years, Elizabeth and Michael have crafted an intimate show
that draws on their many influences and favourite songs
over the ages. Together, they breath new life and soul into
tunes – some forgotten, some favourites.
Contact: www.thedreamcafe.ca
Cost: $20.00
DRIVE SAFE: If you are attending an event where you will be consuming alcohol plan ahead and arrange safe
transportation. Visit our website for all transportation providers www.visitpenticton.com or call our Visitor
Information Centre at 1-800-663-5052 for further information.
Saturday, August 6th continued...
Sunday, August 7th continued...
DIRTY LAUNDRY PRESENTS: BLUE SKIES TRIO
When: 1:00PM- 4:00PM
Where: Dirty Laundry Vineyard, Summerland
Why: Join Greg Ennis on piano and keyboard, Kevin
McHatten on drums and Nye Morton on acoustic bass.
Contact: www.dirtylaundry.ca
Cost: FREE
THORNHAVEN’S MUSIC ON THE MOUNTAIN
When: 1:00PM- 4:00PM
Where: Thornhaven Estate Winery, Summerland
Why: An afternoon of entertainment with Timbre Wolves: a
duet featuring the husband and wife team of Jill and Kevin.
Timbre Wolves focuses on turning classic songs and today’s
greatest hits into acoustic and full band performances with a
twist! An audience favourite Picnic and pet friendly.
Contact: www.thornhaven.com
Cost: FREE
THORNHAVEN’S MUSIC ON THE MOUNTAIN
When: 1:00PM- 4:00PM
Where: Thornhaven Estate Winery, Summerland
Why: An afternoon of entertainment with WD40. Picnic and
pet friendly.
Contact: www.thornhaven.com
Cost: FREE
OUTDOOR YOGA - PURE GYM & JUICERY
When: 8:30AM - 9:30AM
Where: PURE Gym & Juicery
Why: Join us every Saturday and Sunday on the West Lawn
at Penticton Lakeside Resort. Register at the front desk at
PURE Gym & Juicery.
Contact: www.puremovement.ca
Cost: $10.50
YOGA IN THE VINEYARD - TINHORN CREEK WINERY
When: 9:00PM
Where: Covert Farms, 300 Covert Place
Why: Stretch and unwind surrounded by the beauty of the
Golden Mile Bench. bring your yoga mat and enjoy a one
hour class suitable for all levels. Outdoor yoga on the grass
in the amphitheatre. Certified instructors.
Contact: www.tinhorn.com
Cost: $10 in advance or $12 drop in (plus GST)
Sunday, August 7th
PIGS: PINK FLOYD TRIBUTE
When: Doors open at 6:30pm, Show starts at 7:30PM
Where: Cleland Community Theatre
Why: Canada’s Most Authentic Pink Floyd Tribute will be
bringing their authentic sounds to Penticton this summer of
2016. They are
bringing an epic and
rare treat for Pink
Floyd fans – the
band will be covering 47 years worth
of Pink Floyd’s legendary repertoire
from 1967 to 2014,
ranging from the band’s earliest release to their final album.
Contact: [email protected]
Cost: $32.50-$39.50
DIRTY LAUNDRY PRESENTS: RUNAWAY MODELS
When: 1:00PM– 2:00PM
Where: Dirty Laundry Vineyard, Summerland
Why: The Runaway Models offers a conglomerate of original
song creations and favorite helpings of Jazz, Blues, R&B, Pop
and classic tunes for the discerning music lover. "It's fresh and
acoustic".
Contact: www.dirtylaundry.ca
Cost: FREE
OGOPOGO REGATTA
When: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Where: Okanagan Lake Park
Why: Third annual Ogopogo War Canoe Races
This year the Penticton Museum & Archives will hold War
Canoe races on the beach every hour on the hour. Anyone can
join up to race and paddle a war canoe, which carry between
six and eight paddlers. Life jackets will be provided and a
course will be laid out. Paddle boards and kayaks will be
available as well.
Contact: www.peachfest.com/regatta.html
Cost: $5.00 per adult, $3.00 per child
Wednesday, August 10th
OUTDOOR KARMA YOGA—BENCH 1775
When: 9:00AM - 10:00AM
Where: Bench 1775 Winery, 1775 Naramata Road
Why: Our winery is the perfect venue to explore outdoor yoga.
These gently invigorating classes are open to anyone wanting
to improve their wellness by exploring the mind/body/spirit
connection through Hatha Yoga.
Contact: Email [email protected]
Cost: $10.00
Monday, August 8th - Friday, August 12th
HOODOO ADVENTURE: KIDS SUMMER CAMP
When: Camp runs 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Where: Hoodoo Adventures, 131 Ellis Street
Why: A fun selection of adventure activities and camps for the
community and its visitors to choose from
Contact: You must pre-book at 250-492-3888
Cost: Day Camp: $55/day; Full Week Camp: $45/day for 5 days
DRIVE SAFE: If you are attending an event where you will be consuming alcohol plan ahead and arrange safe
transportation. Visit our website for all transportation providers www.visitpenticton.com or call our Visitor
Information Centre at 1-800-663-5052 for further information.
Thursday, August 11th
JAM NIGHT AT THE BARLEY MILL
When: 8:00PM - 11:00PM
Where: Barley Mill Brew Pub, Skaha Lake Road
Why: Jam Night at The Barley Mill with Boom Chicken!
Bring an instrument or sit back and enjoy the music.
Join them every Thursday for live music/ Jam Night!
Contact: www.barleymillpub.com
Cost: No Cover
JOY ROAD CATERING: AL FRESCO VINEYARD DINING
When: 6:30PM
Where: God’s Mountain Estate
Why: Your four course dinner is paired with favourite vintages and served at a communal table, offering guests the opportunity to mingle with fellow epicurean enthusiasts. This
particular evenings ingredients will be paired beautifully with
the distinctive wines from Clos du Soleil.
Contact: www.joyroadcatering.com
Cost: $125 (plus tax) by reservation only
Friday, August 12th
DARLENE KETCHUM QUARTET SOUL/JAZ/GOSPEL
When: 7:00PM - 9:00PM
Where: Gyro Park, 100 Main Street
Why: Darlene started singing solos in church at the age of 3,
and found her musical passion a few years later in the soul,
gospel, funk, and jazz music of the 1970’s. The vocal freedom
of soul, combined with the rich chords and funky laid-back
groove, continue to inspire her songs today.
Contact: www.downtownpenticton.org
Cost: FREE
DINE & DANCE - TINHORN CREEK WINERY
When: 7:30PM - 10:00PM
Where: Tinhorn Creek Winery
Why: Dance the night away under the stars. Miradoro's Chef
Jeff Van Geest will be preparing canapés and a 3 course gourmet dinner served in the outdoor amphitheatre overlooking
the scenic South Okanagan followed by dancing lessons.
Think the cha-cha and the salsa, not the waltz, this is the perfect party night!
Contact: www.tinhorn.com
Cost: $95.00 includes dinner, wine and gratuities.
OPEN MIC AT THE NARAMATA PUB & GRILL
When: 8:30PM - CLOSE
Where: Naramata Pub & Grill
Why: Open mic at the Naramata Pub & Grill welcomes music
artists, comedy, dance and any talent. Come out for a good
time.
Contact: [email protected]
Cost: FREE
CÉCILE DOO-KINGUÉ AT THE DREAM CAFÉ
When: Doors open at 6:00PM, Show starts at 8:00PM
Where: The Dream Café, Front Street
Why: An exceptional stage presence, guitarist / singersongwriter Cécile Doo-Kingué blends blues, afro-roots and soul
to create a unique sound. Born and raised in New York City,
first generation from Cameroon, she has lived in the USA,
France, and is now an adopted Montrealer.
Contact: www.thedreamcafe.ca
Cost: $18.00
MARIONETTE MAGIC: ROBIN AND THE TIMLESS FOREST
When: Workshop at 1:00PM; Show at 4:00PM
Where: The Shatford Centre
Why: This summer, Runaway Moon is bringing another familyfriendly marionette show to the Okanagan-Shuswap.
They are beginning production of a youth-created and youthperformed marionette play, thanks to the BC Arts Council's
Youth Engagement Program, called Robin and the Timeless
Forest, which will tour around the Okanagan. Young artists
Forrest Elliot, Hana Friedman, Leif Saba, and Aidan Sparks, with
the participation of Rosa Saba, are writing, creating, and performing the play.
Contact: Call to reserve a spot in the workshop 250-770-7668
www.shatfordcentre.com
Cost: Show tickets: $12.00 (12 & under $7.00)
Workshop & Show: $22.00, $17.00 for OSA members
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DRIVE SAFE: If you are attending an event where you will be consuming alcohol plan ahead and arrange safe
transportation. Visit our website for all transportation providers www.visitpenticton.com or call our Visitor
Information Centre at 1-800-663-5052 for further information.