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Penticton, BC, the “City of Festivals” offers year-round festivals and events from wine to ale, from arts to history, from entertainment to sports to traditional celebrations such as the Childrens Festival, the Jazz Festival, Elvis Festival and the Meadowlark Festival. Some of the highlights of this year’s festivals and events are below.
Penticton is the proud host to the Annual Subaru Ironman Canada Triathlon, where thousands of athletes and volunteers line the streets every August to participate or support this international event. The 2009 Ironman Canada Triathlon will be on August 30th.
Participants will test their strength and endurance by swimming 2.4 mi (3.8 km), biking 112 mi (180 km) and running 26.2 mi (42.2 km). Ironman Canada is not for the faint at heart.
It’s where serious athletes come to compete and push themselves to the max! This year, come out and show your support as the world’s best athletes compete in the Ironman Canada Triathlon in Penticton, BC. It’s an experience you won’t soon forget!
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Subaru Ironman Canada, Photo: Mike Biden |
For more information about the 27th Annual Ironman Canada Triathlon in Penticton, BC, visit the official Subaru Ironman Canada web site at http://www.ironman.ca/.
Every April, brew masters from across the Pacific Northwest load up a
selection of their finest ales and converge in Penticton to tap their
kegs for microbrew enthusiasts. For twenty dollars, plus the cost of
your samples, thirsty festival-goers can try a wide variety of
traditional beers, like lagers and porters, as well as more unusual
ales bearing mouth-watering descriptions that boast of bananas, cloves,
cherries and chocolate. Mmm…
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While pairing wine with chocolate or cheese is relatively standard
fare, it also goes exceedingly well with beautiful weather, picturesque
surroundings and unpretentious industry experts. Over the past few
decades, the Okanagan Valley has seen a dramatic influx of new talent,
particularly in the wine and food sectors. These consummate, yet
casual, professionals have achieved great success in their careers, yet
their enthusiasm for creating exceptional, down-to-earth wine and
culinary experiences extends far beyond the four walls of the barrel
room or kitchen. Read more here.
The Annual Okanagan Fall Wine Festival is an experience for all who love fabulous wine accompanied by great food and unique wine events. Autumn in Okanagan Wine Country is the perfect time to watch the grapes ripen in the sun and indulge in the harvest celebrations. This is the only wine festival in North America that takes place during the heart of grape harvest.
During this wine festival, experience vineyard tours, lunches, dinners, events and the fall wine harvest – there is no better way to visit Okanagan Wine Country. Penticton is centrally located and is a great base from which to experience all the festivities. For ten days in early October enjoy over 165 events which are focused on wine, food, education and the arts in one of North America’s most spectacular settings – the Okanagan Valley. For the 2009 wine festival event, Penticton is hosting the Consumer Tastings at the Trade and Convention Centre on October 9 & 10, 2009. Other great wine festival events will be held throughout the Okanagan Wine Country from Vernon to Osoyoos.
For more information about the 29th Annual Okanagan Fall Wine Festival, visit the official web site at http://www.owfs.com/.
The Peach Festival has been a summer tradition in Penticton for 62 years. Taking place from August 5 to 9, 2009, the Penticton Peach Festival features a whirlwind week of family entertainment at Okanagan Lake Park, a pancake breakfast, sandcastle competitions, music concerts, one of BC's largest parade, plus a kiddies parade, food vendors, crafts and much more, including our annual Square Dance Festival. Fun for the whole family! Read more here.
For more information about the 62nd Annual Penticton Peach Festival, visit the official web site at http://www.peachfest.com/.
The Meadowlark Festival is an annual opportunity to discover, experience and explore the natural beauty and diversity of the South Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. During the festival you will have the opportunity to visit areas from Canada's only desert near Osoyoos to sub-apline meadows high above Okanagan Lake. Choose from over 90 events and tours. Tickets go on sale April 20. The Meadowlark Festival takes place mid May each year. Read more here.
For more information about the 13th Annual Meadowlark Festival, visit the official web site at http://www.meadowlarkfestival.bc.ca.
From May 21 to 23, 2009, the Children's Festival features the world's finest musicians, dancers, actors, acrobats, comedians and storytellers! This international celebration of the arts stimulates global awareness and an appreciation of cultural diversity in Penticton. It is an opportunity to delight in the world of imagination and open the door to creative possibilities for our children. Featuring Main Stage Perfomers: Fred Penner, Al Simmons, Wise Fool Circus from Sante Fe, Gizmo Guys from New York, Treehouse TV stars Bobs and Lolo and sensational Acadian music and dance by Grand Derangement and lots more on the Open Stage and over a dozen hands-on workshops and games.
For more information about the 7th Annual Okanagan International Children’s Festival, visit the official web site at http://www.okchildrensfest.org.
From June 26 to 28, 2009, the annual Elvis Festival brings to Penticton lively performances by tribute artists plus some headliners. The festival will take place at different venues throughout Penticton, BC including the Okanagan Park on Lakeshore Drive beside the Lakeside Resort, to the Convention Centre. There will be everything from pancake breakfast, food & refreshment vendors, and a fabulous gospel show.
For more information about the Elvis Festival, visit the official web site at http://www.pentictonelvisfestival.com or phone the Penticton Visitor Centre at 1-800-663-5052
This Penticton, BC event takes place from September 11 to 13, 2009. The Pentastic Jazz Festival offers three days of entertainment with Top Bands playing Acoustic Swing, Big Band Era, Bad Boys of Dixieland, Traditional Cajun, & Zydeco from Canada and the USA performing at 5 venues in Penticton, BC. Free shuttle transportation service for ticket holders. Read more
Click here for more festivals and events in Penticton, BC throughout 2009.