OurTop 10 Christmas Break Activities for Children In Vernon

 With the Holiday Season upon us and children out of school you might be looking for something for everyone to do. We have compiled a list of our "Top 10" things to do in Vernon during the Holiday Season! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

 

1.      Santa Swim Dec 22 from 1:30 – 4:00 pm @ Vernon Aquatic Centre

                                         

   2.      Holiday Skate Schedule httwww.greatervernonrecreation.ca/wesbildfiles/holiday_skate_schedule.pdf

3.    Go tobogganing at one of the local school playgrounds. Our preference is Mission Hill Elementary School - 1510 - 36th Street.

4.    Break Camps @ Silver Star Mountain: Check out the website for packages and price. Silverstar has many Holiday events- Check it out

                 http://winter.skisilverstar.com/specials/christmas-break-camps

5.      Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre: Kids Christmas Camp January, 2^nd, 3^rd & 4^th from Noon-4:00pm call them at  250-558-3036  www.sovereignlake.com   250.558.3036

6.    Okanagan Science Centre this holiday season for Winter Break-ology! Pre-register for the hourly, half- or full-day ‘Supervised Science’ drop off programs on Dec. 22, 27-29 and Jan 2-5. Call 250. 545.3644 or visit www.okscience.ca for details.

7.      Ya Ya’s Play Centre (Closed on December. 25. 2012 & Jan .1. 2013 )

8.      Galaxy Cinema’s: 275-2306 Highway 6 – 250. 542.1107 275 - www.ciniplex.com

9.    Vernon Towne Theatre: 2910-30th Ave   - 250.545-0352 - www.vernoncinema.com

10. Watch a Minor Hockey Game – Always fast & fun - www.vernonminorhockey.com  * Look on the left hand side of the website for upcoming games!

Planning a Fun Filled Holiday in Vernon BC!

Whether you are in Vernon for Christmas Holidays or live here, the Holidays can be a great family adventure. Shopping or wandering in the downtown core with friends and family admiring the brilliant displays and festive lights can be lots of fun. Santa will be around to so keep your eyes peeled.  Keep in mind that parking in downtown Vernon is free every Saturday in December.

 If that is not fast paced enough you might want to burn off some energy at the Vernon Recreation Centre swimming or soaking in the hot tub. Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre is open for the season and the Silver Star Mountain has many fun filled days of family friendly events planned.  The Vernon Towne Theatre and the Galexy Cinema both have a great line up of movies for the entire holiday season. Attending an event at the Caravan Farm Theatre should definitely be included in your holiday plans. With "Old Nick" the story of a grumpy old hermit that saves Christmas your sure to enjoy yourself . Powerhouse Theatre is hosting  Glee’s “Across the Universe” a Beatles inspired performance  If you need more ideas Tourism Vernon is loaded with them so keep your eyes on our events listing “What’s Happening” at www.tourismvernon.com throughout the holiday season.

Chasing the Winter Sun in Vernon BC

 

As we sit high above Vernon BC at the Vernon Visitor Centre, we have clear view of the surrounding landscape. Today the snow is falling and the sun seems a thing of the past.

 Many people are misled by the “socked- in” effect winter brings to our area, but the locals know the difference!  Just a 5 minute drive and you’re above the clouds!  Silver Star Rd, which we access via 48^th Avenue, provides quick escape to sunshine and the many spectacular views of the City of Vernon.

Locals prefer to spend time at higher elevations from November to March for this reason. The benefits of living in the City far out- weigh the negatives, so knowing where to find the sun is especially important.  Many people flock to Sovereign Lake Nordic Centre to cross country ski and take in the rays; others prefer the downhill thrill of Silver Star Ski Resort.  Still others go “up the hill” for a day on snow shoes.

Vernon has over 2,000 hours of sunshine annually, only 13 inches of rain a year and 41 inches of the white stuff!  Don’t be mistaken...There are plenty of days of sun in the winter, when the skies are such a brilliant blue; it takes your breath away.  Not to worry, the air is clean and fresh!

Discovering Hiking and Biking in Vernon, B.C!

As temperatures already starting to cool, we all start wondering how to keep fit and healthy during the Autumn months, and into Winter. Well, don’t hop onto those treadmills just yet, because we have some fantastic trails and cycling routes to tell you about! Hiking and Biking is very popular here in Vernon, B.C, especially during the spring, summer and fall months! There are so many different trails to chose from, from easy, difficult to moderate difficulty, it can sometimes be difficult to pin point exactly which is the best for you! So, here are some of the most well known trails!

 Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park Trails are a great place to start! These moderate difficulty trails are a mixture of dry grasslands, wetlands, canyons and forests. The trails are right by Kalamalka Lake, so you also do have the option of going down to the beach! There are the main bays located on Kalamalka Lake; Jade, Juniper, and Cosens Bay. All are great for swimming, but Juniper Bay is larger so it does offer more amenities like picnic tables, grass lawns, and viewing benches, which it great if you’ve got the whole family with you! Not only is the 14km network of trails good for Hiking, but all the Kalamalka Trails are also great for Cycling, Mountain Biking and even Horseback Riding!

 Ellison Provincial Park Trails also has some easy to moderate trails, located southwest of Vernon. Throughout the park, there are a series of small hiking and mountain biking trails. The terrains vary in difficulty, both in grade and terrain; it does have some wheelchair accessible sections of trail. Another option is BX Creek Falls; this section has a trail head and parking at each end. This 2 km, creek-side trail goes through the forest and gives you an inside look at some of Vernon’s wildlife! This trail works for both Hiking and Mountain Biking! If you prefer cycling only route, the BX Bike Loop is a great one to try! This pleasant cycling route offers views of the valley and lake, it also has a nice viewing spot which you can stop and take a break! There is also an interpretive sign which helps you access BX Creek Falls.

Safety Tips:

Hike with a partner or a group of friends. The Okanagan has a large wildlife population so having a partner is always a good decision. Also the companionship on a hike is fun and you can encourage each other to meet your fitness goals.

Take plenty of water and a snack. The water in the streams, rivers, and lakes may look clean but they are used by all the wildlife, so drinking it can make you ill.

Don’t walk off-trail.  Walking off-trail increases your chances of suffering an injury or getting lost.

Keep your distance. Wildlife lives in all of our parks. If you encounter wildlife on a trail, keep your distance and back away slowly. Poison Ivy is a common plant throughout the Okanagan. Make sure you can identify its shiny, three-leafed pattern and avoid touching it.

  Fun for all, Fall activities

As the weather is slowly starting to cool down, here in Vernon B.C, it’s almost time to start planning some fun fall activities that the whole family will enjoy, and we’re here to help! As always, some outdoor fun is a great place to start! A nice hike through Kal Park or along the Grey Canal trail, or a bike ride on the BX Bike Loop! You can easily make this an all day activity by bringing along a picnic and a soccer ball! If you have your GPS with you, geocaching is also a great option, if you’re not sure what geocaching is or how to get started, this might help http://tourismvernon.blogspot.ca/2012/08/fall-is-great-time-for-geocaching.html !

 

 

If outdoor activities aren’t really your thing, we recommend checking Davidson’s Orchards! Along bella vista road, this fun filled farm themed orchard has everything! From a cow themed playground to ‘Critter Corral’, where you can feed and see some of the farm animals! It also has a quant café, known for their delicious ‘Deep Dish Apple Pie’! Need some groceries? No problem! The Country Village has fresh fruits and vegetables, jams, and baked goods! Also with fall, comes caramel apples!!! But for those of you with a sweet tooth, Planet Bee has all your honey needs covered! Located beside Davidson’s Orchards, it has a wide selection of different types of honey to test and buy and you can see live honeybees working busily!

Another option is visiting the Okanagan Science Centre, with multiple programs, activities and events including the special exhibition ‘WaterWorks’! Also a visit to the Planetarium is always out of this world!!! On chilly day, you can have the outdoors indoors with a visit to the Allen Brooks Nature Centre, the best place to learn about all the different creatures, plants and wildlife here in Vernon! With different tours and hands on activities, it’s a great way for the whole family to spend the day learning, exploring and have fun!

With all these great fall activities in mind, come down to Vernon B.C and “Make Vernon Yours”!

 

Fall is a great time for Geocaching!

With fall officially starting on September 21^st, you may think all that summer fun is gone! If you are coming into Vernon, or just looking for something exciting to do, geocaching might be an option for you! Combining technology with nature and exploration, geocaching is becoming hugely popular all over the world!

If you’ve never heard of geocaching, here’s a quick explanation! Basically, geocaching is an international scavenger hunt using a Global Positioning System (GPS). This is a great activity for all ages. There are thousands of caches hidden all over the world, in huge cities to remote islands, and in forests and deserts.

Interested? Getting started is simple! Start by registering for a free membership at the official geocaching site, https://www.geocaching.com/membership/register.aspx?type=basic , then visit the “Hide and seek a Cache” page, http://www.geocaching.com/seek/nearest.aspx?country_id=5 and put in Canada, British Colombia, to help pin point the closest Caches to you! Then by using the coordinates through your GPS, you will find the location of the cache, which could be on the top of a mountain or floating on the edge of a lake. When you retrieve the cache, you can take it and keep it for yourself, or log in your name on the logbook. If you do decide to take it, you must put something in its place of equal or greater value.

The thing about geocaching is that it is necessary to have a GPS device or a GPS-enabled mobile phone to be able to navigate to the cache. If you do don’t have either you can purchase one for around a hundred dollars or rent one by day for a flat fee.

Now that you have all the basics, you should start by attending the Okanagan CacheFest, on September 1^st. An annual, free, all-day Festival with food, door prizes, and plenty of expert geocachers that will help you and answer any questions you may have. So, now that you have a little more knowledge about geocaching, hopefully you’ll come out to Vernon and try out this fast spreading activity!

 

 

Amazing Birds of Vernon!

Even though summer seems to be winding down, there are still plenty of fun things left to in Vernon, BC and surrounding areas! If your looking for something simple and fun for the whole family to do before the summer ends, bird watching might just be it! Because fall is coming lots of bird are getting ready to migrate, yet others, like the Blue Heron and Golden Eagle are just starting to prepare for the cold and snowy winter to come. So grab your binoculars and your bird watching manuals and let’s get started!

A good place to start would be BX Creek Falls and Trails Regional Park or Kalamalka Provincial Park, both with a wide variety of different birds like , Clark's Nuthatch, Violet-green Swallow, Townsend's Solitaire, Rufous-sided Towhee and Pygmy Nuthatch, Warblers, Thrushes and Vireos. You might have to do a little bit of hiking, but there will be plenty of birds and other wildlife to keep you busy along the way.

If hiking isn’t really your thing, a visit to Swan Lake, or “The Commonage” in the Predator Ridge area will be just as neat! Swan lake’s nesting area is known for Marsh Wrens, Common Yellowthroat, Red-winged Blackbirds and waterfowl. Predator Ridge “The Commonage” is great if you want to see Swainson's Hawks, Red-tailed Hawks and Rough-legged Hawks. Bench Row Rd has numerous snowberry and rose bushes, attracting the uncommon Clay coloured Sparrows. Numerous other Sparrows live here as well...

Another option is going indoors! Visiting Allen Brooks Nature Centre or Bishop Wild Bird Sanctuary would offer the same fun as outdoors and more! Allen Brooks Nature Center has different tours you can do which show you not only birds but also all different types of wildlife like marmots, deer, and bees! With over 75 different species of birds, The Bishop Wild Bird Sanctuary is a great place for whole family to enjoy learning about birds!

If you have young children, Polson Park may also be a very good option. There are all sorts of birds including ducks, swans and Kingfishers. And after, you can enjoy the amenities’ like the playground and water park!

With the days becoming shorter and shorter, you want to make the most of each day left of the summer, so get out there and enjoy the last of Vernon’s glorious sunshine and the beauty of nature!

Directions

Swan Lake Nature Reserve
Access via Meadowlark Road, off Hwy 97N

“The Commmonage” Predator Ridge
3001 village center place
250-542-3436

Allan Brooks Nature Centre
250 Allan Brooks Way, off 34 Street
250 260-4277
info@abnc.ca or www.abnc.ca

Bishop Wild Bird Sanctuary
12408 Coldstream Creek Road
Phone: 250-542-5122
Email: bishopwildbird@gmail.comThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

To Book a Tour
Contact Aaron Deans, Resident Caretaker
250-542-5122
bishopwildbird@gmail.com

Polson Park
2600 Highway 6
250- 545-6035

Coming in Hot

“Coming in Hot” has taken on a whole new meaning here in Vernon BC!

We like most of the province are having extremely Hot! Hot! Hot weather! This seems to be driving the Tourism staff to the nearby lakes on days off for relief. We have many amazing spots around Vernon that are really great down time escapes.  Last week one of our staff went to Echo Lake Fishing Resort and this week another is going to Oyama Lake Resort to spend their days off. 

One staff member has been spending her down time out at Evely Recreation site on Westside Road. This is a great location if you’re into a more economical rustic experience. Many of the staff prefer to explore sites that have cabins while others have no problem pitching a tent on a trail or recreation site. The choices are endless with hot spots for relaxation being within a half hour drive.

Wood Lake Resort, Dee Lake Resort, Pinus Lake Resort & Beaver Lake Resort are all spots one of us has visited. If you prefer pitching a tent Sugar Lake Recreation Site, Hidden Lake Recreation Site, Oyama Lake Recreation sites are great options. The abundance of small lakes in the outlying areas makes recreation sites and camping options plentiful you just need to know where to locate them.

The best way to find the much sought after recreation site or resorts in the outlying areas is purchase either a Thompson Okanagan Back Road Map Book or a Thompson Okanagan Forestry Map. Both of these resources are available at the Vernon Visitor Centre. No matter what kind of experience you prefer there is something for everyone here in Vernon BC ! !

At last the sun has arrived in Vernon BC!

Vernon offers endless options when looking for family friendly things to do

The Civic sounds begins this Thursday and many people have asked about it see the schedule of entertainers at www.downtownvernon.com . As well the Mackie House is running an “Ice Cream Extravaganza” learn how to make homemade ice cream details at www.mackiehouse.ca . The downtown Murals are running 2 for 1 deal until August 31 so stop and see them at 3101 29 Street Vernon BC.

Some other ideas might include a picnic in one of Vernon’s gorgeous green spaces such as Justice Park, Kin Park or Polson Park. All of our city parks are groomed to perfection with large shade trees and most of them have picnic tables for your enjoyment. The beaches are busy Kalamalka Beach has a great dock and lots of sandy beach area. Paddle boards, Kayak & Canoe rentals are available right at the beach on Kalamalka lake road. Kin Beach on Lakeshore has a fabulous kid’s play area and covered bbq spot for your convenience.

These are just a few suggestions there are dozens of cool things to do here in Vernon! Stop by or give us a call for more ideas or details when planning your trip.

 The Vernon Visitor Centre & Vernon’s North Discovery Centre are open late daily So...... pitch a tent, sing a song, sample the ale, soar with the eagles, time to be , family friendly, walk on the beaches, hike to far reaches ........ Check in, check it out, and make Vernon yours!

Vernon Visitor Centre

701 Highway 97 South

Vernon,BC V1B 3W4

P. 250.542.1415

Toll Free 1.800.665.0795

Fax 250.275.0114

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Indicators of Spring In Vernon BC

Wow I am sure spring has finally arrived here in Vernon BC.

Vernon has very clear indicators that spring is officially here the first one being all the  flowers are lazily popping their heads out of the soil waiting for the rays of warm sunshine to touch them. The second greatest indicator that is very unique to the area is the arrival of the great blue heron. Vernon has a large Heron Rookery near the local Walmart. The area was protected from development something we are extremely proud of. The Herons can be seen now doing what we call the dance of spring! Herons form monogamous pair bonds within the breeding season, but often switch mates each year. During the nesting season it is possible to differentiate between the sexes as the males develop longer plume feathers which grace their heads. Courtship behaviour is evident in late March and early April. Once pairs are bonded they are reinforced by choreographed behavioural displays which include "circle flights". These short flights start around the nest first by the male and soon the female joins him; their flight is unique as the birds fly with their necks fully extended, rather than folded back, as is normal. Copulation takes place at the nest site. More details on this subject can be found at http://www.trailsintime.org/html/herons.

Another indicator of the season change is the pairing and separating of the Coyotes in the outlying areas. Several weeks ago a older local coyote that we watch yearly arrived at the Visitor Centre with a obviously pregnant mate. This past week we spotted him hunting alone on the Department of Defence grounds. Spring has also arrived at the Allan Brooks Nature Centre. Even though the centre is not open until May 1 they are reporting playful resident Marmots romping around the compound.

With longer daylight hours and Okanagan sunshine the whole area comes to life at this time every year. The spring season in Vernon is often short lived as the climate is warmer than other regions of the province summer is upon the area within several weeks. So we encourage you to take a road trip and “Make Vernon Yours”!

Spring Is In The Air Most Days In Vernon!

Happy St Patrick’s Day to all our friends around the province!

Spring is upon us most days here with snow still at higher elevations. The days are amazing with all the benefits of winter but nice spring like weather in the bottom of the valley to enjoy.

All the tourism attractions are starting to buzz such as Davison Orchard and the Historic O’Keefe Ranch really getting ready for the summer season.

Tamra at Davison called us here at Tourism to invite us to the farm for a pre summer sneak peek and maybe a piece of Aunty May’s Apple Pie! We can’t wait to go!

Spring Break is coming to this school district next week and below we have compiled a few of the many special kid’s camps and activities. Silver Star Mountain still has great spring conditions and Outdoor Discoveries is still hosting snow show tours daily also great options for families and young people.

Vernon Public Art Gallery

March 17, Saturday, 1 - 4 pm, Spring Break Workshop
"Colour Crazy Kids" Spring Break Workshop.

Learn about colour, colour mixing, and materials. Create an oil pastel portrait, Pablo Picasso style, and then put your colour theory practice to test and learn to weave friendship bracelets. Pre-registration required. Recommended for kids age 8 + $5 members, $10 non-members +HST

March 24, Saturday, 1 - 4 pm, Spring Break Workshop

“Colour  Ricious” Spring Break Workshop.

More colour theory coming your way! Create your own groovy tie dye t-shirt at VPAG. Then learn to paint like abstract expressionist, Mark Rothko. T-shirts are supplied, we just need your size. Pre-registration is required. Recommended for kids age 12 + $15 members, $20 non-members + HST

Spring Break at the Hub “Art Camp”

WHERE:  The Hub Arts Collective beside the Towne Theatre

WHEN:    8:30am until 3pm or half day 8:30am to 12noon

WHO:     Any kids from Kindergarten to Grade 7

WHAT:   Comprehensive and Energetic Theatre, Art and Practical Work Shopping

HOW:     Sign up by visiting www.thehubartscollective.com 

NEED:     Lunch. Working, comfortable clothes and A good attitude.

Science Centre camps Spring Break

 March 19 – 23, 9am – 3pm daily

Children 8-12 years old - “Astrobot Adventure”

March 26 – 30, 9am – 3pm daily

Children 6-10 years old - “Superhero Science”

Vernon Recreation Spring Break

Visit http://www.greatervernonrecreation.ca/ or in person at 3310-37 Avenue
Phone: 250-545-6035

Sovereign Lake is offering a Sun & Snow Special & Kids Camp

12pm-4pm -Ages 5-8 years and 9-13 years call 250-558-3036 Press 203 or Toll Free 1-877-768-5253Office: (250) 558-3036 Press '203' for general enquiries

The Next Chapter!

Tourism Vernon is taking a breath after a very busy February and it will be short lived!
The Vernon tourist season is hot on our heels and we are getting everything in order to welcome every one of them with a smile! Tourism in the Okanagan brings thousands of visitors and it is the job of Tourism and the Visitor Centres to make sure we are well prepared and can offer a second to none product.

All front line staff has to be well trained and knowledgeable about all things Vernon and British Columbia! Staff are specifically trained and certified as Visitor Centre Counsellors utilizing a program supplied by the Ministry of Tourism. It truly helps we love our City and our Province so learning about it is easy. From the waterfronts, campgrounds, fruit picking, hiking to wine drinking and hot springs we know something about everything and if not we know where to find the answer.

 As we wait for seasonal attractions to open we continue to make sure all season attractions get our undivided attention. Attractions like Planet Bee & Meadery, Opal Miners Gift Shop as well as all the unique shops in the downtown core make visiting Vernon any time of year worthwhile.

 The Vernon Visitor Centre is open year round to assist you when you arrive! Making sure our websites, files and Visitor Centre shelves are loaded with current information to assist visitors is essential. So as we get ready to welcome you we hope you are planning to make Vernon yours this year!

 

"Time to Shine"

So yesterday here in Vernon we celebrated the opening of the Greater Vernon 2012 BC Winter Games! We had many dignitaries in attendance including the Premier Christy Clark and Ida Chong Ministry of Community Sport, and Cultural Development! But I think the true dignitaries were the hundreds of athletes that arrived by the busload! Around 30 buses full of young athletes arrived at the Wesbild Centre some traveling as far away as Northern BC and some just coming from as close as Kelowna. Last night was the opening ceremonies and all the colours of the regions poured like a rainbow on  to the covered ice surface excited and exhausted waiting for the ceremony and finally the lighting of the torch. Many of the athletes had a long day but they were so excited and full of anticipation it was contagious!

After a good night’s sleep the kids all were all transported for a healthy breakfast at the Vernon Recreation Centre and headed out to competition with their boxed lunches in hand. With great snow conditions at the Silver Star Mountain and mild weather in the valley bottom its perfect for a enjoyable Winter Games for all. Many parents have arrived and families are here to cheer on athletes from their communities.

With the games going on until Sunday February 26th we really hope everyone gets the chance to visit one of the many venues and cheer on the athletes. The closing ceremonies are open to the public and will take place at the Wesbild Centre from 1:30pm to 2:30pm on Sunday afternoon!

Vernon this is truly “Your Time to Shine”!

Welcome to Vernon BC Canada!

As the Vernon 2012 BC games get closer we are really feeling the excitement build! This morning we searched news articles online throughout the province and there are far too many to share. Many of the Tourism Vernon staff & volunteers are heavily involved in several of the events and proud to be able to assist! This is a very exciting time for us and everyone is really busy making sure we are able to be the best host City possible for such a special occasion.

There is an abundance of behind the scene activity preparation with over 2300 volunteers in various colours depending what role they are filling. Many of the people involved will be wearing green coats these are the hosts and many of their duties are just making people feel welcome and answering questions. All hosts have been supplied with manuals with information including phone lists, maps, role rules, emergency procedures and much more so we are prepared to answer all the questions. We really can’t wait to meet everyone and help make this a smooth and seamless event.

Schedule information as well as venue addresses and an online map can be found on the BC Winter Games Website at http://www.2012bcwintergames.ca/ . The Winter Games office will be open until 4:30pm on Friday February 24th so they are available for calls at 250.550.2012. The Vernon Visitor Centre will also be open until Friday at 4:30pm at 701 Highway 97 South or call 1-800-665-0795 with contact numbers on the voice mail if needed.
It is our hope that everyone that comes to Vernon has a stress free visit and is able to enjoy all that is happening. We are all cheering for the young athletes and can’t wait for their arrival here in Vernon BC!

Vernon it is our time to shine!

Our Time to Shine!

Well with the Vernon Winter Carnival behind us we are getting excited as the BC 2012 Winter Games are being hosted right here in Vernon BC! Visitors and competitors will start arriving on February 22nd and will stay here in Vernon at various locations throughout the City. The winter games are for youth from all over the province to come and compete for gold similar to the Olympics! The events are endless with over 15 registered including figure skating, female hockey and gymnastics. We will all do our part to assist and volunteer for this amazing event as well as cheer for all our favourites. We encourage everyone to make our visitors feel welcome and really make Vernon shine! If you have questions feel free to give the Winter Games office a call at 250-550-2012. Events are already scheduled so make them yours!

My Winter Carnival!

It is with great joy that I write today about one of the most amazing weeks I have had the pleasure of enjoying in Vernon BC.
Initially the week started out like a windstorm and with all the Winter Carnival events! I settled into Sunday at a much better pace! Vernon has some amazing dog parks even a women’s hiking group for dogs! I spend Sunday morning with my favourite furry friends getting some fresh air at the infamous BX Dog Park hiking! Sunday afternoon we drove to Silver Star Mountain resort for the Ice Sculpture Competition with plus 5 degree weather and sunshine Wow! Vernon was socked in for about 6 days with heavy fog so I really enjoyed the rays of happiness above the clouds. The Ice sculpture competition was the first I had ever seen I spend a tremendous amount of time just checking them out and getting photos before they melted you can see them at http://www.facebook.com/Tourism.Vernon. During this past week Carnival Events have run rampant broomball, skate parties, snowshoe tours and free dance lessons every day something fun to watch or participate in.
This weekend the Chilli Cook-off sold out Medieval Dinner Event and Canucks Rock as well as a planetarium Show and much more if you can squeeze it all in. As we wind down another year of Carnival! We will indeed remember the 52nd Annual Winter Carnival as one of the best. We really hope to see you all here for next year’s amazing event so make next year’s Vernon Winter Carnival Yours!