Vernon

This 10-acre family fruit farm offers u-pick as well as a direct sale on the farm. Because they rely on the weather, the cherry season and picking times will vary each year.

Visit Planet Bee Honey Farm and Meadery where visitors can enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities. The farm features live bee displays, allowing guests to observe bees busily working behind glass, performing their amazing bee dance and producing numerous products.

Polson Park is home to a playground, skateboard park, tennis courts, and washrooms. They playground features monkey bars, slides, swings and climbing elements. A large grassy area surrounds the park for running and playing. We loved the buddy benches surrounding the playground.

The Prestige Vernon Hotel, located in the heart of Vernon, B.C., offers an ideal retreat for families looking for comfort and convenience, proximity to the Vernon Square Shopping Centre, and a variety of local attractions. With family-friendly facilities including a heated indoor pool, hot tub, and the on-site Bourbon Street Bar & Grill catering to all meal preferences, the Prestige Vernon Hotel ensures a memorable and enjoyable stay for all ages. There are several different room types to choose from but our favourite is the spacious two-queen-bed loft room.

The Prestige Vernon Lodge and Conference Centre in Vernon, BC, seamlessly combines a warm, cozy charm with modern comforts, making it an ideal destination for a memorable family-friendly vacation. The hotels atrium garden with hundreds of plants, trees and a creek that flows through the hotel make it a unique hotel experience. Centrally located with easy access to local dining and attractions, and boasting facilities like an indoor pool, hot tub, and on-site dining options, the Prestige Vernon Lodge offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure for families.

Located in the Recreation Complex, the Priest Valley Arena is home to Vernon Figure Skating, the Speed Skating Club, ringette, adult hockey, public skating, and skating lessons.

A favourite spot among local parents, Red Robin offers a kid menu with bottomless side dishes and beverages. Our girls loved the corn doggies – battered corn dog bites.

This 25-acre family orchard has been growing Okanagan produce since the mid-1920s. They sell apples, peaches, tomatoes, peppers, garlic, melons, and sweet corn. Ringo-en Orchards invites you to their fields for a u-pick adventure, where you can harvest your own apples, peaches, tomatoes, and peppers directly from the plant.

This small family-run bouncy castle and inflatable rental company is fully insured for small parties to big events. With 8 different rentals available, they have everything you need to host a spectacular event for all ages.

SilverStar Mountain Resort is a popular year-round destination located near Vernon. Visitors can also enjoy activities like snowshoeing, tubing, ice skating, hiking, and scenic chairlift rides. With cozy accommodations, dining options, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere, SilverStar Mountain Resort provides an unforgettable mountain escape in every season. Photo by Bree Tombs.