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 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
Davison Orchards
Davison Orchards in Vernon is a family-friendly destination where admission to the farm is free, making it an easy stop for families exploring the area. Kids can visit the Crazy Cow Kids Corral, meet farm animals, and explore a working orchard. The farm offers a full day of fun with toy tractors, tire swings, duck races, and tractor-pulled train rides through the orchard. Parents can enjoy local eats from the Farmhouse Café, real fruit ice cream, and shop for handmade goods, produce, and baked treats in the Country Village.
3111 Davison Road, Vernon
(250) 549-3266
Open May to October
U-Pick Apples and Pumpkins
Parsons Farm Market
Parsons Farm Market in Keremeos is a fourth-generation family farm that has been growing produce in the Similkameen Valley since 1908. Run by Quentin and Carmen Parsons, the farm stands out for its variety of fresh, locally grown fruit and vegetables. You'll also find Carmen's homemade preserves, freeze-dried treats, and lavender bouquets. Preserves are available to order online, and they also serve ice cream, making it a fun stop for the whole family.
110-7th Avenue, Keremeos
(250) 499-2312
Seasonal: Monday-Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Kelowna Karting Entertainment Centre
Kelowna Karting Entertainment Centre is packed with thrilling activities for all ages! Race around the indoor go-kart track, step into a fully immersive Zero Latency VR adventure, challenge your aim with interactive axe throwing, battle it out in the NEXUS Arena with gel blasters and laser tag, or keep the fun going at the Victory Lane Arcade. No matter your thrill level, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
200 Campion Street, Kelowna
(250) 470-0776
Ages 7+
Birthday Parties
Food & Drinks
Lincoln Lanes
For hours of bowling fun, visit Lincoln Lanes in Vernon. This classic five-pin bowling centre makes for an easy and fun outing with kids. With bumpers and adaptive ramps available, younger bowlers can feel confident joining in the game. It’s a great indoor activity for birthdays, family nights, or a casual afternoon together, with glow bowling events adding extra excitement. Lincoln Lanes is also now licensed.
3510 25th Avenue, Vernon
(250) 542-9837
Birthday Parties
Food & Drinks