Penticton

The Balcomo – A Ramada By Wyndham offers families a perfect blend of comfort and fun, with renovated rooms, easy access to outdoor amenities like outdoor pool, hot tub, playground and yard games. The hotel offers a variety of renovated room options, from traditional rooms with two queen beds to spacious one- and two-bedroom kitchen suites, ensuring there's a perfect fit for every family.

The Book Shop in Penticton is a treasure trove of books where families can explore countless books together, featuring one of the largest selections of used books in Canada and a charming, maze-like layout.

This family-style restaurant is accommodating for families and offers lots of cozy seating. They offer colouring pages and have a nice fish tank near the entrance which the kids love.

The Ridge Park is one of Penticton’s newer green spaces, offering a unique play experience with a spider web-style climbing structure and a sports court for tennis and basketball. There’s plenty of room to roam with open grassy areas, paved walking trails, picnic tables, and benches—plus beautiful panoramic views of the city. There are no washrooms on site, so plan ahead if you’re visiting with little ones.

Book the Okanagan's first and only full splatter paint experience!

The tasting room at Three Sisters Winery is equipped with a colouring table, colouring books and a selection of crayons for the entertainment of children. 

Three Wishes Boutique has two locations, one in the Penticton Lakeside Resort and the other on Main Street in Penticton. Their stores offer a ‘Wee Wishes’ section which features brands such as Barefoot Dreams, Bunnies by the Bay, Jelly Cat Stuffies, Robeez, and more.

A must-stop while in the South Okanagan is the well-known Tickleberry’s. Known for super large cones, delicious fudge, and lots of gifts in their shop. They also sell tons of cool things for all ages, kids included. The shop is jam-packed with stuffed animals, toys, and of course treats!

Located in the historic Cannery Trade Centre in Penticton, this family-friendly brewery offers a welcoming atmosphere for visitors of all ages. Did you know? Tin Whistle Brewing Co. has been brewing beer for 30 years, and is the first carbon neutral brewery in B.C.? Inside the brewery, the real highlight for kids is the brewery's onsite train. Kids can sit, play, or get creative by graffiting the train with chalk. Families can also enjoy a selection of board games, making it a great spot for parents and children to relax and have fun together. 

Since 1999, Trixie has dazzled kids with music, puppets, stories, games, and dance moves that guarantee smiles. She’s also an expert at face painting and balloon twisting, creating magical moments.