Wine Tours:

The weather here is just right for growing grapes. The long hot summers and mild winters, coupled with more than 2,000 hours of sunshine each year, make for very lush vineyards. The area boasts 30 picturesque wineries.

Golf Courses:

Penticton has been called a golfing Mecca. It has one of the longest playing seasons in the country, stretching from mid-March to November. Courses range from world-class championship 18-hole courses to 9-hole courses nestled between vineyards and lakes.

Skiing:

Penticton is only a 30 minute drive away from Apex Mountain Resort . Here you'll find some of the best skiing in North America; with the dry Okanagan powder, short lift lines and un crowded slopes. Apex has more than its share of challenges for expert skiers, with 60 runs, the area also caters to snow boarders on their terrain park and half pipe. Also available are snowmobile tours, sleigh rides, tube park rides, outdoor ice skating, cross country trails, and night skiing.

Water Sports:

Water beckons vacationers on many hot, sunny Okanagan days and Penticton has endless ways to beat the heat. Float down the channel, slide into a refreshing pool at a water slide park, or rent one of the many watercrafts available on the lakeshore. Or cool the kids off at the family water park. During the winter, you can get a taste of water sports at the indoor water slides in the Community Center or just have a relaxing swim in the public pool.

boat rentals, lessons, & rides

Deep Muscle Massage:

Time to relax and enjoy a therapeutic massage with a gentle touch! Certified Masseuse will help you loosen up for your golf game or just wind down from your days activities.

Vaseux Lake Habitat and Migratory Bird Conservation Park:

The sanctuary was established to provide protection to Trumpeter Swans using the lake in their autumn flights. Ducks, coots, and grebes frequent Vaseux Lake and many over winter when open water is available. Great Blue Heron and Common Loon are also resident.

The Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory:

There is more to the Universe than meets the eye. In addition to the light emitted by stars, galaxies, quasars and other celestial objects, there is invisible energy - infrared and ultraviolet light, x-rays and radio - that our eyes cannot detect. Special telescopes are needed to "see" this invisible radiation.
Radio telescopes at the National Research Council's Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory (DRAO) are designed to detect radio-wave energy from objects throughout the Universe.

Geocaching in Penticton:

The sport where YOU are the search engine! A GPS device and a hunger for adventure are all you need for high tech treasure hunting. Try The How d'vine geocach in our area which leads you to 4 of Pentictons finest wineries before you locate the cache! To find more Geocaches near Penticton (type postal code V2A 8Y6)

Royal B&B GPS Location: N 49º 5045 W -119º 635

Find out about Geocaching

Fitness Center and Racquet Club:

Our local clubs provide a full range of fitness programs, including squash, racquetball, and walleyball/handball.

* Pasadena Fitness * City Center Fitness

* North Shore Fitness Center * Lakeside Fitness Center * Community Center

Entertainment @ The Dream Cafe:

July 4 & 5: HIGHWATER JUG BAND

July 13 & 14: GARY COMEAU & THE VOODOO ALLSTARS

July 17 & 19: CONNIE KALDOR

July 24: TIBETAN MANDELA PROJECT

July 27: MAE MOORE

July 28: HEADWATER

Aug 1: Bill Bourne

Aug 3: BRISAS DEL PALMAR

Aug 13,14 & 15: JIM BYRNES

Aug 16 & 17: MATT ANDERSEN

Aug 22: KIRAN AHLUWALIA

Oct 13: Steve Dawson, Doug Cox & Stacey Phillips

Oct 20: MICHAEL JEROME BROWN

Oct 22,23 & 24: WILLIE & LOBO

Oct 26: DOC MCLEAN & BIG DAVE MCLEANN

Nov 21: ISSA (a.k.a. Jane Siberry)

Nov 27 & 28: GUY DAVIS & THE HIGH FLYING ROCKETS

Nov 30: DAN FRECHETTE

Get an up to date Dream Cafe Newsletter for complete performance listings

Showtime 8 pm—Tables are yours from 6:00 pm

PLEASE NOTE: Tickets must be purchased well in advance of every show.

(250) 490-9012

or drop by

67 Colourful Front_Street

SS Sicamouse Sternwheeler & Museum:

The S.S. Sicamous is unique. She is an historical artifact and recognized Heritage Site. She is a living museum and a meeting place. Open for self directed tours and serves as a host for many of our local events.

The Grist Mill:

Check our schedule for special living history presentations in the old Apple House Theatre, in the Schoolroom at the Exhibit Building, and at the Summer Kitchen near the Mill. Our costumed characters will present an enchanting portrayal of the 19th century personalities and events that contributed to the history of this area.

Kettle Valley Steam Railway:

The Kettle Valley Steam Railway offers a unique 2 hour journey on one of British Columbia's few remaining fully operational steam railways. Friendly, informative guides bring the history of the railway alive as the train rolls along hillsides overlooking beautiful Okanagan orchards and vineyards.

Element Night Club:

Local Downtown nightclub which hosts nany events, in a great atsmopher. Night club on the main floor and a restaurant overlooking - With mulitiple bars, pool tables, boths, couches there is some thing for every one!

535 Main Street

Jose's Pepper Club Cafe:

Jose's Pepper Club features local comedians every second Sunday night at 7 PM.

And if you have a special talent for comedy - why not give Nolan a call to set up an appointment for an interview - he's always looking for local stand-up commedians to present.

Bring your rackets!

With so many choices, it's hard to decide - will it be an afternoon playing tennis by the lake, or what about an early morning game downtown? Tennis locations at:

* Columbia Park * Lakawanna Park * McLaren Park * Skaha Park

* McNicoll Park School * Princess Margaret School * Penticton Secondary School * Penticton Yacht Club

Penticton Speedway Racing:

Don’t miss the weekend action, particularly the hit-to-pass racing at the Penticton Speedway, where stock cars race on the quarter-mile paved oval.

Penticton Curling Club:

Curling was underway on outdoor ice in Penticton as early as 1910. The club constructed their present site at 505 Railway Street, a new 6 sheet building in 1985 . This is a busy club with days set for ladies, mens, mixed and youth players. Definately a sport for all ages!

Okanagan Amusement Park:

Spend the day at an amusement center where, among other things, you can opt for bumper boats, go-carts, laser tag, mini golf the batting cages, or do it all.

Rock Climbing at Skaha Bluffs:

Offering year-round professional Guiding and Instructional services, experienced members of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides instruct our informative programs.

Float the Penticton River Channel:

One of Penticton's unique summer pastimes is to float down the River Channel. Visitors are invited to rent inner tubes and rafts, and take a leisurely ride down the 7 kilometer long Channel to Skaha Lake. on inner tubes. (includes raft, life jacket and a bus ride to return you to back to your car). This adventure can take up to three hours, so don't forget your sunscreen!

Paint Ball:

Adventure and intrigue in your blood? Spend a day with friends playing paint ball ... but watch your back! Paint ball is a proven, cost-effective tool for building teamwork and communication skills -- all in a fast-paced atmosphere of fun and safety enjoyed by men and women alike.

Bare Bones Theatre Company:

The Can Coffee Café Featuring Local Talent: It’s a great place to come and hang out to enjoy refreshment and to listen to quality music at the same time in laid back surroundings. Selected Nights, Entertainment starts at 8:00 PM (right next door to the Bare Bones Theatre)

June 28-30, July 12-14, 26-28 Aug 91-11, 23-25: 5 Minutes

July 1-7, 19-21, Aug 2-4, 166-18, 30-Sep 1: Breathe

 

Doors open at 7:30 PM

Performance starts at 7:00 PM

Thursday through Saturday

phone: (250) 492-2202

Tickets available at:

The Can Coffee Shop (493-3044),

MorpheusGraphics, 200,151 Front St,

BC Visitors Bureau

Okanagan School of the Arts:

Consider a holiday with a purpose!OSA offers courses taught by professional instructors in performing arts,music,fine crafts and visual arts .There are classes for all ages and abilities. This year OSA celebrates its 41st anniversary with a series of concerts,exhibitions and events, along with exciting courses.

Okanagan Hockey School:

Ages 7 through 17 receive professional instruction from a staff consisting of Junior “A ”,college,minor professional,and NHL instructors.One week sessions consisting of seminars,conferences,and on- ice instruction from July through August.

July 1 -August 25
/2007

The Penticton Vees

Penticton Men's Rec Hockey League

Biking or Hiking:

Rent a four-seater bike and pedal along Okanagan Beach. Or take a day trip to Little Tunnel Along the Kettle Valley Railway.

BC Trail Trips

Interactive Maps

Fishing :

Lakes, creeks and rivers are abundant in in the Okanagan and offer a diverse range of fishing experiences. Your BC fishing adventure will be just that. An Adventure!

Search for the Ogopogo:

As we move into the 21st Century sightings of Ogopogo continue. N'ha-a-itk has dispelled myth for almost three centuries, frightening the natives, alarming early settlers and mesmerizing hundreds of clear headed individuals as its majestic body rises from the depths at a time and place that is convenient only unto itself.

Summerland Ornamental Gardens and Museum:

Beautiful Ornamental Gardens provide a lovely setting for this research center established in 1914. The ornamental gardens and first orchards were planted in 1916 and are a must see for lovers of plant life.

Casabella Princess:

– 48 passenger tour boat on Okanagan Lake, operating out of Penticton. Group charters or public tours. Experience the incredible scenic beauty of the Okanagan Valley from the water. Two hour cruises are scheduled daily and in the evening throughout the season.

Air Tours:

Experience the beauty of Canada's famous Okanagan Valley and the surrounding mountains by air. Soar over majestic Okanagan Lake, fly through the rugged canyons and valleys, follow the route of the historic Kettle Valley Railway, or create an adventure of your choice. Sightseeing tours are guided by our experienced and friendly pilots.

Let's Go To the Movies:

Check out what playing at the Pen-Mar!

With over 100 restaurants in the city alone, you should be able to eat for a month without duplicating one! With so many to choose from .... seafood, vegetarian, Italian or Greek .... did anyone call for sushi? The possibilities are endless!

The City of Festivals:

World-class festivals and events happen here.From Elvis to jazz, Ironman Canada to square dancing, Penticton is alive with celebrations of the arts, the seasons and just plain fun! Plan your holiday around one of the city’s many festivals or events.

Royal Bed and Breakfast:

Get a birds eye view of Okanagan and Skaha Lakes in a quiet suburb just 5 minutes from downtown Penticton.

Following the high clay bluffs south along Highway 97 from Kelowna, you enter Penticton - the perfect sun, sand and surf destination. With Okanagan Lake to the north and Skaha Lake to the south, this city is a leisure and recreation mecca.

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