This guide brings together the major Okanagan Christmas events happening throughout the valley, including Light Ups, festive parades, and seasonal celebrations. From sparkling village displays and waterfront tree lightings to community parades, fireworks, and Santa visits, these highlights offer families plenty of ways to enjoy the holidays (Weather permitting for all events.)
Okanagan Light Ups and Parades
Village Light Up at District Wine Village – Oliver
Date: November 14, 2026
The Village Light-Up at District Wine Village in Oliver brings together festive lights, outdoor skating, live music, s’mores by the fire, and seasonal tastings for parents, creating a warm way to welcome the holidays.
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Tree of Hope Festival at Landmark District – Kelowna
Date: November 21, 2026
Kelowna’s iconic Tree of Hope shines brightly as families gather for live entertainment and community cheer.
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Frostival – Downtown Vernon
Date: November 27, 2026
Frostival transforms Downtown Vernon into a festive street celebration with twinkling lights, holiday entertainment, food trucks, and family activities stretching along 30th Avenue. This free community event offers live music, photo opportunities, and a cheerful start to the holiday season.
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Downtown Light Up – Armstrong
Date: November TBD, 2026
The Downtown Light Up in Armstrong fills the community with music, family activities, festive displays, and interactive experiences hosted by local businesses. With crafts, photo opportunities, and special features like the Night the Light Passport, it offers a lively and welcoming way to celebrate the start of the holiday season.
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Oliver Light Up – Oliver
Date: November 28, 2026
The Oliver Light Up brings the community together for an evening of festive cheer, beginning with downtown activities and leading into the official tree lighting, school choir performance, and Santa’s arrival at town hall. After the countdown, families can enjoy the light tunnel at Lion’s Park, warm up by the bonfire, explore food trucks, and end the night with fireworks.
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Summerland Festival of Lights – Summerland
Date: Friday, November 27, 2026
The Summerland Festival of Lights fills Main Street with music, sparkling displays, food vendors, and live entertainment as the community gathers to celebrate the start of the season. The evening features a festive light-up, local performers, and a fireworks finale that has become a beloved tradition in Summerland.
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Winter Street Market and Light Up – Downtown Kelowna
Date: November 28, 2026
The Winter Street Market and Light Up at Stuart Park brings Downtown Kelowna to life with market vendors, live entertainment, family activities, and an early-season lighting celebration. Visitors can enjoy photos with Santa, sip hot chocolate by donation, and explore downtown shops and restaurants as part of this lively community event.
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Forage General’s Yuletide Village – Salmon Arm
Date: November 26-29, 2026
This weekend includes a two-day market, Downtown Light-Up countdown, and the Santa Claus Parade.
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Rutland Winter Light Up – Kelowna
Date: November 29, 2026
Celebrate the season at the annual Rutland Winter Light Up in Kelowna, a fun-filled afternoon for all ages. Held at Rutland Centennial Park, this free community event features live music, carolling, crafts, local vendors, delicious food, and a visit from Santa. The highlight of the day is the official tree lighting, bringing a little extra sparkle to the holiday season.
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Magic on Main Street – Penticton
Date: November 29, 2026
Celebrate the start of the holiday season at Magic on Main Street in downtown Penticton. This festive event features a sparkling Santa Claus Parade along Main Street, followed by family-friendly fun and a grand Light Up at Gyro Park. With dazzling floats, followed by a light tunnel and park light up, it’s the perfect spot for family photos.
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West Kelowna Light Up – West Kelowna
Date: December 4, 2026
The West Kelowna Light Up turns Brown Road into a festive gathering place with holiday music, activity stations, food trucks, free hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa. The evening includes a tree lighting led by Santa and the Mayor.
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Osoyoos Christmas Lite Up and Parade – Osoyoos
Date: December TBD, 2026
Get into the holiday spirit at the Christmas Lite-Up in Osoyoos, a two-day celebration filled with festive fun for all ages. Enjoy a parade down Main Street, a bonfire and carols at the beach, dazzling fireworks, shopping, and breakfast with Santa. With activities running all day and into the evening, it’s a joyful way to kick off the season with the whole family.
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Peachland Light Up – Peachland
Date: December 4, 2026
A waterfront light up with a glowing tree, music, and a scenic holiday backdrop.
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Enderby Traditional Christmas Celebrations – Enderby
Date: December TBD, 2026
Experience holiday charm at the Enderby Traditional Christmas Celebrations, a two-day event filled with festive fun for the whole family. Enjoy a tree lighting, cheerful parade, wagon rides, kids’ crafts, pictures with Santa, and plenty of cozy holiday cheer. With activities happening across town, it’s a wonderful way to get into the spirit of the season.
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Keremeos Light Up Weekend – Keremeos
Dates: December 4 & 5, 2026
The Keremeos Light-Up Weekend brings the community together each year with festive lights, local entertainment, and family-friendly holiday activities that brighten the Similkameen. This annual celebration welcomes visitors from across the region and continues to grow with special events, including the return of its popular Christmas craft fair.
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SilverStar Annual Light Up – Vernon
Date: December 5, 2026
The SilverStar Annual Light Up transforms the mountain village into a magical winter celebration with glowing displays, roaming performers, a torchlight parade, and a fireworks finale. Families can explore festive activities throughout the village, including gondola rides by donation, live entertainment, and opportunities to see Santa.
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Parade With a Purpose – Kelowna
Date: December 5, 2026
Parade with a Purpose brings more than two dozen festive floats to downtown Kelowna, creating a bright and joyful holiday parade for families to enjoy. The event also raises funds for youth mental health care, adding a meaningful community impact to the seasonal celebration.
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Santa’s Workshop and Christmas Light Up – Lake Country
Date: December 5, 2026
The District of Lake Country is thrilled to kick off the festive season with a magical family-friendly celebration you won’t want to miss. Santa’s Workshop starts at the Lake Country Community Complex followed by the Lion’s Club Christmas Light Up at Memorial Park.
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Lumby Christmas Light Up! – Lumby
Date: December TBD, 2026
Each year, the Lumby Christmas Light Up brings the community together for a heartwarming evening of festive cheer. Hosted outside Freshmart, the event kicks off with holiday activities, warm treats, and a visit from Santa himself. Families are invited to enjoy the lights, connect with neighbours, and soak in the small-town charm. Local businesses are encouraged to join in the celebration with festive giveaways or activities, and guests are kindly asked to bring a non-perishable food item to support the local food bank.
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2026 Okanagan Santa Photos
Pre-registration may be required, and fees may apply. Check each event listing linked below for full details.
Nov 20-Dec 24: Orchard Park Shopping Centre (Kelowna)
Date TBD: Kelowna Actors Studio (Kelowna)
Date TBD: Ex Nihilo Vineyards (Lake Country)
Date TBD: Summerland Museum & Archives (Summerland)
Date TBD: Village Green Shopping Centre (Vernon)
Date TBD: Cherry Lane Shopping Centre (Penticton)
Date TBD: Priest Creek Family Estate Winery (Kelowna)
Date TBD: Abandoned Rail Brewing Co. (Penticton)
Dec 1-31: NONA Lights for Kids (Vernon)
Date TBD: Cannery Brewing (Penticton)
Date TBD: Truck59 Ciderhouse (West Kelowna)
2026 Okanagan Breakfast with Santa
Looking to enjoy a festive Breakfast with Santa in the Okanagan this holiday season? These family-friendly events offer a chance to share a meal with Santa. Please note: Pre-registration may be required and fees may apply. Please check individual event listings for full details.
Breakfast with Santa Dates
Nov 28, 2026: Oliver and District Recreation (Oliver)
Dec 5, 2026: Peachland Recreation (Peachland)
Dec 5, 2026: Breakfast with Santa Tom at the Delta Grand Okanagan (Kelowna)
Dec 19, 2026: Breakfast with Santa Tom at the Delta Grand Okanagan (Kelowna)
Brunch/Lunch with Santa Dates
Date TBD: Predator Ridge (Vernon)
Date TBD: Penticton Seniors’ Centre (Penticton)
Dec 5, 2026: Peachland Community Centre (Peachland)
Dec 18, 2026: Penticton Lakeside Resort (Penticton)
2026 Okanagan Sleigh Rides
Dec 14, 2026-Mar 30, 2027: Big White Ski Resort (Kelowna)
Nov, 2026-April, 2027: Sun Peaks Stables (Kamloops)
Giving Back
Peachland Annual Angel Tree
Nov 24-Dec 18, 2026
Simply come down to the Peachland Community Centre and select a tag from the Angel Tree that represents a person in the community. Bring your unwrapped gift to the Community Centre and place it uder the Angel Tree with the tag taped on it for delivery!
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With so many Light Ups, parades, and festive moments happening across the valley, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Christmas in the Okanagan with your family. Whether you’re exploring a new community or returning to a favourite event, these celebrations offer a bright and cheerful way to welcome the holiday season.
