Bumper Boats in blue water at Rattlesnake Canyon in Osoyoos

Known as Canada’s only desert, Osoyoos is home to many beaches, fruit stands, and family activities.


Location

Osoyoos is located in the South Okanagan a 1-hour drive from Penticton.

Family-Drop In Programs

On school days, bring your kids ages 0-5 years to Osoyoos StrongStart. It is a free school-based early learning program offered at the Osoyoos 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!

Indoor Play

For bowling fun, bring the family to Kobau Lanes in Osoyoos. They are open 7 days a week, offering 8 lanes of 5-pin bowling, perfect for any family.

Parks & Playgrounds

Lions Park & Playground, Osoyoos
Lions Park & Playground, Osoyoos

Osoyoos is home to three amazing playgrounds that we suggest visiting: Lions Park, Kinsmen Park, and the natural playground at Osoyoos Elementary. 

Kinsmen Park & Playground, Osoyoos
Kinsmen Park & Playground, Osoyoos

Bring your kids to the Jack Shaw Splash Park to cool off during the warm summer months. This free, family-fun activity is a blast for the kids. 

Amusement Park

Go karting at Rattlesnake Canyon in Osoyoos

Learning & Tours

Stop into the Osoyoos 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.

Eat and Drink

Scoopsies-Treat-Shop-3

For those with a sweet tooth, visit Scoopsies Treat Shop. They serve ice cream, cupcakes, coffee, tea, and an assortment of candies. There is seating indoors or a few tables and chairs outdoors. Don’t forget to bring change and get a reading for Zoltar.

Shopping

Home Hardware, Osoyoos

It might surprise you, but Home Hardware in Osoyoos is a hidden gem for kid’s toys and a must-stop if you are visiting. Don’t let its exterior fool you; inside, this vast store houses an extensive range of items, including a sizable kids’ toy section on the upper back level. Here, you’ll find an assortment of games, puzzles, cars, dolls, arts and crafts, and much more!