Summer Family Activities
Summer brings so many visitors to the Okanagan Valley all looking to explore new businesses and try new activities.
Browse Summer Activities
The Rock Garden Climbing Centre
Vernon's only indoor climbing gym, The Rock Garden Climbing Centre, offers 4,000 sq ft of fun for climbers of all ages and abilities. Families can enjoy top-rope routes, a dedicated bouldering zone, and a mezzanine cave with climbs reaching up to 19 feet. It’s a welcoming space for both beginners and experienced climbers.
105-2450 14th Avenue, Vernon
(236) 426-3333
Birthday Parties
Ethos Parkour & Movement
Ethos Parkour & Movement in Penticton offers action-packed birthday parties where kids can climb, jump, and play their hearts out. The spacious gym features fun obstacles, parkour games, and party add-ons like Nerf battles (7+) and glow-in-the-dark laser tag (5+). Coaches lead the group with a focus on safety and fun, and beginners are always welcome. Party packages include time for food and presents, with tables and chairs provided—plus setup and takedown time is included.
104-647 Okanagan Avenue East, Penticton
(250) 918-8863
Birthday Parties
GottaGoat Farm
GottaGoat Farm is a fun and family-friendly destination located just outside Penticton near the Apex Mountain Resort turnoff. Visitors can meet, pet, and brush a variety of goats, including Miniature Silky Fainting Goats, while also seeing other farm animals like pigs, chickens, a donkey, and horses. The farm is open year round, with more drop-in days available in the spring and summer. Baby goats start arriving in early spring, and families can also take part in seasonal outdoor goat yoga classes or book birthday parties and group visits.
2099 Green Mountain Road, Penticton
(250) 493-4065
Open for visits by appointment
Birthday Parties
The Boarding House Cafe
The Boarding House Café in downtown Vernon is the city's only board game café, offering a cozy spot to play from a library of over 300 games. Perfect for families, friends, or a casual outing, guests can enjoy fresh baked goods, drinks, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. It’s a great place to unwind and connect over games.
3101 31st Avenue, Vernon
(250) 545-0117
Free Wifi
Food & Drinks
Just 4 Fun
Just 4 Fun is a treasure trove for kids, packed with fun toys, games, and collectibles, from plushies and puzzles to Pokémon cards and fidget toys. Kids will love browsing the colorful displays, picking out their favorite items, and enjoying a free lollipop too! They even offer a play area so bring some friends and come enjoy playing any of their 500 board games for free!
358 Main Street, Penticton
(236) 422-0090