Penticton Visitor Centre

12/08/2025

🚤☀️ Ready to get out on the water? Whether you're cruising the lake, tubing with friends, or setting sail, Penticton has you covered!

Check out these awesome local spots for boat rentals:
⚓ Penticton Boat Club & Rentals: Motorboats, Pontoons, Sea-Doos & more with locations on both Skaha and Okanagan Lake!
🌊 Pier Water Sports: A full fleet of options including a 24-person Party Barge. Located right at Okanagan Lake Beach.
⛵ Winds of Change Experiences- Sailing Okanagan – Set sail with your guides Dan and Robyn! Learn the ropes of sailing, or just hang back and enjoy the ride!

Your perfect lake day is just a rental away!

06/08/2025

🚣‍♀️ Big news! Penticton was voted the Best Paddling Destination of 2025 by Northwest Travel Magazine!
With two stunning lakes, a channel float, and scenic shorelines, it's no wonder paddlers love it here. Whether you're into SUP, kayaking, or canoeing — Penticton is the place to dip your paddle this summer. 🌊☀️

01/08/2025

⚠️FIRE BAN IN EFFECT FOR PENTICTON.
For fire-free fun ideas this long weekend, see us at The Penticton Visitor Centre for the best local suggestions on how to make the most out of your visit!! 😊

Due to increased wildfire conditions, the Penticton Fire Department is issuing an immediate ban on all open burning, including campfires and fireworks, until further notice.“With hot temperatures in the forecast this weekend and based on the wildfire conditions within neighbouring communities, we....

30/07/2025

🍦Sweet treat alert! 🍒
Hot days call for cool cones, creamy shakes, and allll the scoops. Whether you're lakeside or up for a little road trip, these local spots serve up some of the best frozen treats around! 😋☀️

1️⃣ Tickleberry's – A must-visit for ice cream lovers! With 4 locations ( Okanagan Falls, Downtown Penticton, Skaha Lake Concession, and the Peach Concession at Okanagan Beach), Tickleberry’s is a local favorite famous for its giant scoops and fun flavors! 🍦🍑

2️⃣ Cherry On Top Shake Shop – Located on on Lakeshore drive, this retro-style spot serves over-the-top, insta-worthy milkshakes, sundaes, and soft serve with ALL the toppings. 🍒📸

3️⃣ Lickity Splitz Ice Cream – A Penticton classic! Choose from a huge selection of flavors served in a classic cone, or create your own custom cookie icecream sandwich!.🍨🍪

4️⃣ Summerland Sweets – Just a short drive away, this charming stop offers house-made fruit syrups, jams, and—you guessed it—delicious ice cream! Grab a cone and enjoy it amognst the orchards! 🍎🍦

Craving something sweet yet? Add these spots to your summer must-do list! 🍧📝

25/07/2025

Just out here repping grape fashion 🍇👕 Find your new favourite tee at the Penticton Visitor Centre!
OR shop online: https://shop.visitpenticton.com

23/07/2025

Get ready for five days of fun, music, and community spirit at the Penticton Peach Festival - happening August 6-10 this year! 🎉🍑 As Western Canada’s largest free festival, it features live concerts, a grand parade, beachside entertainment, and so much more. Whether you come for the iconic sandcastle competition or just to soak in the summer vibes, there’s something for everyone. Who’s excited for this year’s Peach Fest?

https://www.visitpenticton.com/nm_event/penticton-peach-festival/

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23/07/2025

August and September are bursting with festivals, competition, and community vibes in Penticton! Which event are you adding to your calendar? 👇

1️⃣ Penticton Peach Festival 🍑🎡
▫️August 6–10, 2025
▫️Okanagan Lake Park & Multiple Venues
A beloved summer tradition! Enjoy five days of free family fun including concerts, a parade, midway rides, family fun, and non-stop entertainment.

2️⃣ Pickleball for Mental Health 🏓💚
▫️August 29–31, 2025
▫️Penticton Pickleball Courts at the Senior's Drop-In Centre
This fun-focused tournament combines friendly pickleball competition with a meaningful mission to support mental health awareness.

3️⃣ Pentastic Jazz Fest Hot Jazz and Music Festival 🎷🎶
▫️September 5–7, 2025
▫️Penticton Trade & Convention Centre (PTCC) & Penticton Elks Lodge
One of Canada’s top jazz festivals returns with world-class musicians, swing dancing, and smooth sounds all weekend long. A must for music lovers!

4️⃣ Penticton Paddle Sports Dragon Boat Festival 🐉🚣‍♀️
▫️September 6 & 7, 2025
▫️Skaha Lake Park
Feel the energy as teams from across the Pacific Northwest race across Skaha Lake. A powerful display of teamwork, culture, and community spirit!

5️⃣ Expedition Canada – World Championships 🌍⛰️
▫️September 22 – October 6, 2025
▫️Penticton & Surrounding Region
The world’s best adventure racers take on rugged terrain, extreme challenges, and the stunning South Okanagan landscape during this multi-day epic race.

6️⃣ Penticton Beer Week 🍻🍂
▫️September 26 – October 4, 2025
▫️Local Breweries & Venues
Raise a glass to Penticton’s thriving craft beer scene! Breweries around the city pour up special releases, events, and collabs all week long.

For more upcoming events and fun things to do, check out the events page 🔗 link in bio!

15/07/2025

🍷✨ Did you know some of the best dining experiences happen right at wineries just minutes from Penticton?

🍇 OROLO Restaurant + Cocktail Bar at Chronos Winery – elevated dining meets urban winery vibes.
🍷 The Restaurant at Poplar Grove – seasonal dishes paired with sweeping lake views. |
🍴 The Kitchen by Abul Adame at Da Silva – bold, flavourful tapas inspired by family traditions. | .by.abuladame
🥂 Hillside Winery & Bistro – rustic charm and a menu made to match their signature wines. |

Make your next wine tour a foodie adventure!

11/07/2025

🍻Love Penticton beer? So do we! This Penticton craft beer tee reps one of the best brew scenes in Canada—and it’s only available at the Penticton Visitor Centre!

👇Rave your favourite Penticton brewery in the comments! ✨💛

08/07/2025

Did you know Penticton is home to over 350km of singletrack trails? 🏔🚵‍♀️ Whether you're a seasoned shredder or just getting into mountain biking, you'll find epic rides with stunning views, technical descents, and flowy fun around every corner.

Popular trail networks like Three Blind Mice and Campbell Mountain offer something for every skill level—plus, they’re just minutes from town! Pack your bike, grab your gear, and get ready to explore one of BC’s top mountain biking destinations.

03/07/2025

Attention all Wine Lovers: 🍷💕 The Penticton Visitor Centre has a fresh stock of Naramata Bench Insiders passes!
This is your ticket to exclusive tastings, VIP Tours, and one of a kind experiences you can't get any other way. (Not to mention loads of savings and freebies as well!).
This is a must have if you're planning to tour the Naramata Bench this season!

Just $55.00 for hundreds of dollars worth of value. Come pick yours up today! 🍇

01/07/2025

No bike? No problem! 🚲 Penticton has a variety of bike rental companies and can get you exploring on two-wheels in no time!
- Pedego Electric Bikes Penticton specializes in top notch E-bike rentals
- Hoodoo Adventure Company offers all types of bikes + guided tours
- Freedom The Bike Shop carries a variety of bikes, including mountain bikes & e-MTB + child trailers
- Epic Outdoor Adventures offers a selection of quality bikes + guided tours

Where will your two wheels take you?