Concerts
Oct. 16 — A pair of friends from Puerta Vallarta who go by Katmandu will be performing at the Dream Café, with support from Canadian musician Jenny Allen. Katmandu features a lively blend of Indian raga/rock, Latin jazz and blues. There’s no cover charge.
Oct. 24 — After taking home four awards from the 2015 Maple Blues Awards, one-man band Steve Hill will be sharing his music at the Dream Café. Tickets cost $26 and can be purchased by calling 250-490-9012.
Oct. 29 — Locarno will be at the Dream Café to share their blend of Mexican folk, Cuban son and latin Soul for $30. To reserve tickets call 250-490-9012.
Oct. 31 — Harmonica and guitar duo Dave Sinclair and Keith Bennett will be playing a mix of blues, gypsy jazz and pop at the Dream Café. Tickets are $22 and can be ordered by calling 250-409-9012.
Nov. 3 — Valdy & Gary Fjellgaard in concert at the Barking Parrot Lounge. Show starts at 7:30 p.m., tickets available at The Dragon’s Den, 250-492-3011.
Nov. 7 — An evening of music with Gail Riddall and Kyle Anderson, 7:30 p.m. at Opus Cafe and Bistro in the Cannery Trade Centre 1475 Fairview Rd. Penticton. A mixture of originals and favourites with Kyle’s Tribute to James Taylor. All Seats: $15.00. Tickets available in advance at Opus Cafe & Bistro. Phone: 778-476-5856 All Seats: $15.00
Nov. 13 — Western Canadian blues and roots music artist Ken Hamm has an international reputation, and he’ll be performing at the Dream Café for $18. Tickets can be reserved by calling 250-490-9012.
Events
Oct. 24 — The sixth annual Penticton Oktoberfest takes place at the PTCC. In embracing the German culture, there will be mouth-watering food, wonderful entertainment and great beverages. Tickets cost $35 and include one beverage. They can be purchased through valleyfirsttix.com or through the SOEC box office and Wine Country Visitor Centre.
Oct. 31 — Andy’s Animal Acres third annual 101 Pumpkin Halloween event from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The first 101 kids in costume to come to the farm will receive their own pumpkin with admission. There will be a pumpkin carving contest with prizes, so bring your own carving ideas and utensils. Kids can take their pumpkin home for Halloween and leave their carving mess behind. As well, kids can join in on apple bobbing, pony rides, and a marshmallow and hot dog roast.
Nov. 5 — Painter Shannon Ford’s Unspoken Understanding (Our Enriching Bond with Animals) exhibit begins at the Lloyd Gallery. The show runs until Nov. 25 at the Lloyd Gallery, and Ford will be in attendance during the opening evening from 5 to 7 p.m.
Nov. 7 – 8 — The 19th annual Make It! Okanagan Christmas Craft and Sustainable Living Show takes place at the PTCC starting at 10 a.m. both days. Tickets are $4 at the door, and kids 12 and under are free. Proceeds will support the Okanagan Upcycle Resource Society of Penticton; Peach City Radio and Valley First’s Feed the Valley campaign.
Dec. 5 — The Louisiana Hayride show is bringing its very special Christmas show to the Okanagan. Tickets cost $35 through the Penticton Visitor’s Centre.
