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The Spring Wine Festival is an annual event that takes place over a four day span during May. The festival offers over 50 events taking place throughout the Okanagan. The Spring Wine Festival focuses on culinary arts as locals welcome the dawn of grape growing season. Tour local wineries, participate in various tastings, learn about wine complimenting dishes, bid on items at a silent auction and much more.
Address: Various Locations Okanagan BC
 Send an Email  1 250 861-6654
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May 15 to 19
This annual event celebrates the unique wildlife and habitat in Penticton and the South Okanagan.
The event is hosted by the Okanagan Similkameen Conservation Alliance.
Address: Penticton BC
Send an Email 1 250 492-5275
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May 18,21
The annual Brooks Peach City Marathon takes competitors on a 42 km (26 mi) race from downtown Penticton to Skaha Lake. The event is a qualifier for the world-famous Boston Marathon.
Address: 214 Main St. Penticton BC
Send an Email 1 250 490-3334
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May 18
The Peach City Marathon is a Boston Marathon Qualifier which follows most of the route of the Ironman Canada Route.
Address: . Penticton BC
Send an Email 1 250 490-3334
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May 22 to 24
Enjoy some of the world's best family-oriented entertainment at the annual Okanagan International Children's Festival in May. Past performers include Fred Penner, Sharon and Bram, the Four Corners, the Kevin Locke Trio and many more. Other performances include cultural music, dances, workshops and hands on games.
Address: Various Location Penticton BC
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One of the biggest events in Minor Baseball is hosted by PMBA at numerous diamonds around Penticton. Come watch as three age divisions battle it out to see who is the Best in the West.
Address: . Penticton BC
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Jun 8,14,16,22
Come join the 6th edition of the popular South Okanagan Golf League which runs on 4 days during June, 2008. League is open to men and ladies and all abilities welcome. $150 entry fee includes all green fees, a cart at Twin Lakes, a free meal, tons of prizes totaling $2,000 and awards. Socials follow each golf outing as well with beer and wine to be won.
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1 250 328-8844
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Rotary Fishing Derby
Jun 14 to 15
Set out on Skaha Lake for a day of fishing, prizes and family fun. The annual Fishing Derby is hosted by the Rotary Club and features thousands of dollars in prizes.
1 250 492-7368
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Jun 20 to 22
The Peach City Beach Cruise is an Antique and Classic Car Convention with venues throughout Penticton. Hundreds of classic cars are on view and entertainment is available for the whole family. Live entertainment, food vendors, and souvenirs help to round out this annual June event.
Address: Main Street Penticton BC
Send an Email 1 250 487-2303
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Jun 27 to 29
An annual event, the Penticton Pacific Northwest Elvis Festival celebrates the life and music of Elvis Presley. Tribute shows, souvenir booths, judged shows, and numerous free activities and shows are all part of the festival.
Address: Various Locations Penticton BC
Send an Email 1 250 492-3584
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Canada Day Celebrations
Jul 1
On July 1 every year, bring in Canada's birthday at Gyro Park. Enjoy 12 hours of continuous live entertainment including music, farmers and crafters market, children's activities, dog show and more. End the night with birthday cake and fireworks!
Address: Gyro Park Penticton
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Jul 18 to 20
Over three nights in July, the Beach Blanket Film Festival shows Canadian films in a unique setting. With a full-sized screen floating off-shore, festival visitors watch from a relaxed beach location, enjoying a mix of movies and nature.
Address: Okanagan Lake Park Penticton BC
Send an Email 1 250 490-4969
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Jul 18 to 20
Internationally recognized the regatta includes water, land, and air events for the whole family. The first Kelowna Regatta was held in 1906 on Okanagan Lake. Eventually the event became known as the Kelowna International Regatta. The Lady of the Lake is crowned at the beauty pageant, there's a parade, and of course, the aquatic show. Contact the Kelowna International Regatta Society for more information.
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1 250 860-0529
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Mr. Muscle Contest
Aug 3
On the long weekend see the area's finest in the Junior Chamber International Penticton Mr. Muscle/Miss Bikini contest. This all-day event features live entertainment and lots of vendors. No minors are allowed. The event takes place on Skaha Beach where the sundial is. Party starts at noon.
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Peachfest is a wonderful Okanagan Valley tradition that occurs each August since 1947. This five day extravaganza features fantastic live entertainment, such as bands, solo/duo acts, dancers, kickboxing demonstrations, hypnotists, a stunning fireworks display, a wide variety of food/merchandise vendors, arts and crafts exhibits and two parades.
Address: Gyro Park Penticton
Send an Email 1 250 492-9830
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Aug 6 to 10
Celebrate the peach at the Penticton Peach Fest. Kicking off with a Grande Parade, the festival provides free family fun entertainment that runs over 5 days in August. Food and clothing vendors, live entertainment, arts and crafts, and much more is featured.
Address: Okanagan Lake Park: Lakeshore Road Penticton BC
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Aug 6 to 9
In conjunction with the Penticton Peach Festival, the Square Dance Festival features four full days of dancing. The event sees over 800 square dancers in everything from free casual dances to mainstream competitions.
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1 250 488-0584
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Aug 24
Held every August, the Ironman Canada Triathlon brings 1700 athletes from around the world to Penticton. A grueling campaign, competitors must swim 3.86 km (2.4 mi), bike 180.2 km (112 mi), and run 42.2 km (26.2 mi). Top finishers in this race qualify for Ironman Hawaii.
Address: 416 Westminster Avenue West Penticton
Send an Email 1 250 490-8787
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The Dragon Boat Festival is a Chinese Cultural event. It's a boat race where the boats are shaped like dragons. Paddlers and spectators of all ages enjoy the festival and live music is played throughout the weekend.
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1 250 868-1136
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