Upcoming Festivals and Events

Okanagan Valley Festival Dates

2008 2009 2010 Spring May 1 - 10 Apr 30 - May 9 Apr 29 - May 8 Summer Aug 7 - 9 Aug 6 - 8 Aug 5 - 7 Fall Oct 2 - 12 Oct 1 - 11 Sept 30 - Oct 10 IceWine (*) Jan (past) Jan 13 - 18 Jan 12 - 17 (*) Did you know that Canada is one of only eleven countries that produce icewine. And that Canada is the number one producer? to assure your reservation!

The Festival of the Tomato takes place on August 31st. Held at Covert Farms, just north of Oliver, enjoy the fantastic view of 450 acres of organic farmland, nestled at the foot of McIntyre Bluff.

With over forty-five years’ experience in organic farming, they have been producing quality fruit and vegetables for wholesale production in western Canada, as well as keeping local fruit stands well-stocked.

They have been the official suppliers for the Penticton Peach Festival since 1947.

Enjoy a fun-filled day with beautiful vegetable and flower gardens to stroll, a delicious lunch on the patio and awesome tastings from Dunham and Froese Winery.

Some of the best highlights of the day include:

• the famous tomato catapult competition,
• iron tomato chef contest,
• mainstage entertainment with tours and
• lots of kids activities.

Bring a change of clothes and a lawn chair to enjoy the most fun you’ve had in a long time!

FESTIVAL OF THE GRAPE – OLIVER’S 12^th ANNUAL – October 5^th, 2008 – Call for Details!