Known as the ‘Wine Capital of Canada’, Oliver is also the perfect place to try some family fun activities throughout the year.
Location
Oliver is located 20 minutes north of Osoyoos or 40 minutes south of Penticton.
Family Drop-In Programs
On school days, bring your kids ages 0-5 years to Oliver StrongStart. It is a free school-based early learning program offered at the Oliver Elementary School where your child will have free time to play games, read books, create a craft, participate in storytime where they will sing songs, and more!
The centre also offers tennis courts, lawn bowling, and outdoor basketball courts.
Parks & Playgrounds
Open from May to September, the Kinsmen Spray Park is one of our favourite parks in the South Okanagan to visit over the summer. There is also a playgound on site which includes swings, slides and different climbing structures. The spray park is located right in the centre of the park and is surrounded by large trees for shade, 4 picnic tables, 1 bench and public washrooms.
Learning
Stop at the Oliver Regional Library to take out a book, magazine or dvd. You can also register to join an online storytime or participate in their many activities throughout the year.
Housed in the old BC Provincial Police building, the Oliver Museum is open to the public year-round. Book a visit to view a feature exhibit or schedule a guided downtown heritage walking tour by donation (in the summer months).
Winter Activities
For winter activities to enjoy with the family, the Oliver Arena offers public skating, parent and child skate, parent and child stick and puck as well as tykes learn to skate classes. Rentals are available at this arena.
Fruit Stands
Orchard Hill Estate Cidery & Fruit Market
About: Stop by their fruit market for fresh produce.
Head to Panorama Orchards where they focus on stone fruit crops such as cherries, peaches, nectarines, plums, and apples and also have an extensively grown crop of tomatoes, peppers, onions, and garlic.
Events & Entertainment
The Oliver Theatre
About: Watch a blockbuster movie or book a party package for your kids to enjoy.
Showtimes: To find out what’s showing, click here.
Venables Theatre
This beautiful theatre offers a variety of performances throughout the year. Watch a live performance at this theatre including children’s performances.
Website: www.venablestheatre.ca