CONCERTS
Oct. 26 — Uncorked will be performing at the Cobblestone Wine Bar and Restaurant at the Naramata Heritage Inn and Spa for the closing weekend.
Oct. 27 —Canadian jazz guitarist Nathan Hiltz accompanies Genie-nominated songstress Terra Hazelton at the Dream Café. Tickets $20.
Nov. 1 — Thursday Night Showcase with host Kyle Anderson at Smith and Company Coffee House featuring Bryce Yastremski, Rick Van Camp with Matt Berry and Laurie Hudson, The Aidan Mayes and Mandy Cole duo. Performances start at 8 p.m. Tickets are $17 for adults and $10 for students.
Nov. 2 — Experience the Beatles with Rain, direct from their phenomenally successful Broadway engagement. Rain is at the South Okanagan Events Centre, for one show at 8 p.m.
Nov. 2 — South Okanagan Concert Society presents Lyric-Coloratura Soprano, Tracy Fehr, accompanied by pianist Dennis Nordlund at 7:30 p.m, Oliver Alliance Church in a program of operatic arias, Afro-American spirituals and popular musical theatre show tunes. Tickets available at Beyond Bliss, Oliver, or at the door.
Nov. 3 — The Contenders on their 12 annual tour of the Okanagan Interior. Valdy will performing material off his new album, Read Between The Lines, along with favourite repertoire with Gary Fjellgaard from their two previous Contenders albums. Performing at the Cleland Theatre at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at The Dragon’s Den.
Nov. 6 — At Centre Stage Theatre in Summerland the Contenders (Valdy and Gary Fjellgaard) perform their vast repertoire that spans 40 years. Show is at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Martin’s Flowers.
Nov. 10 — Rann Berry and the One Hit Wonders at the Cleland Theatre. Vegas comes to Penticton for this night of hits from the 60s and 70s that you forgot you love. Show features an eight piece band and is a fundraiser for the Pen High band program. Tickets can be purchased at the Community Centre front desk or by phone at 250-490-2426.
Jan. 26 — Canadian country musician Dean Brody brings his Dirt Tour to the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre. Tickets are $39.50 and available at the Penticton & Wine Country Visitors Centre or at www.ValleyFirstTix.com.
Feb.1 — Eric Church The Blood, Sweat & Tears tour comes to Penticton at the South Okanagan Events Centre.
EVENTS
Until Oct. 26 — Artists of the South Okanagan Similkameen present their inaugural show at Nk’Mip Cellars in Osoyoos. Gallery open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily.
Oct. 25 to 26 — Pen High Arts Media Entertainment presents Cryptville III. Guided tours at 5 and 6:30 p.m. feature games, an obstacle course, haunted cemetery and more. Admission is $10. All-ages event.
Until Oct. 22 —South Okanagan Amateur Players present The Long Weekend by Norm Foster at the Cannery Stage. Showtimes are 8 p.m. and tickets are $18 at Dragon’s Den. Shows also Oct. 26 to 27 at OSS Mini-theatre in Osoyoos. A 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday Oct. 27 in Osoyoos with tickets for $15. For more information contact 250-498-3597 or soap@telus.net.
Oct. 26 — Girls Glow Night at Get Bent Arts and Recreation in the Cannery. dancing, music, food, yoga and fitness evening for females aged 11 to 16.
Oct. 27 — The third annual Oktoberfest at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre. Great beers, mouthwatering foods and tons of fun. Event is from 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Tickets are $25 or early bird until Sept. 30 $20.
Oct. 27 — Miradoro Restaurant Halloween Masquerade Gala in Oliver. Tickets are $25 (must be 19 years old) and includes entry, appies and entertainment. Prizes to be won. Shuttle service available. Call 250-498-3742 for details.
Oct. 27 — Rocky Horror Picture Show screening at Voodoo’s. Prizes for best costumes and live music will be performed before and after the screening by Indestructible Johnny. Doors open at 6 p.m. Film starts at 9 p.m.
Oct. 27 — 13th annual Halloween Howler by Jagermeister at The Mule. Prizes for best costumes.
Oct. 27 — The Barking Parrot is hosting the Jagermeister Halloween party with a $500 gift certificate going to the best costume and runner-up prizes. There is no cover charge.
Oct, 28 — Comedy night at the Barley Mill Brew Pub & Sports Bistro at 7:30 p.m. Join for a night of laughter featuring Brett Martin and Jaime Charest. Tickets are $5.
Oct. 31— A Nightmare at the Elite! Doors open at 7 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m. Tarot Card readings, silent auctions for art and an opportunity to win a free piercing. So much other stuff too! Tickets are $8 in advance at The Grooveyard and Elite Restaurant, or $10 at the door.
Nov 1 to 4 —100 Lunches, a gourmet comedy by the Summerland Singers and Players at the Centre Stage Theatre. Tickets available at Indulgences, Good Omens Coffee House and Dragon’s Den. $18 for adult and $15 for senior/youth.
Nov. 8 — Cesar Millan Trust Your Instincts live tour stops at the South Okanagan Events Centre with his brand new seminar.
Nov. 8 — Kitchen Stove Film Series presents Ai WeiWei at the Landmark Cinema 7 theatre. Screenings at 4 and 7 p.m. Pre-purchased tickets are $10 for gallery members and students. $12 for non-members. Available at the Penticton Art Gallery, the Book Shop. Limited tickets for $15 may be available at the door.
Nov. 8 to Dec. 1 — Many Hats Theatre Company presents Becky’s Car at the Cannery Stage in the Cannery Trade Centre.Showtimes are: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. There will be a reception opening night in the adjoining Opus Bistro Cafe which will give everyone a chance to meet and chat with the cast and crew. Tickets are $22 for adults and $19 for students and seniors and are available at the Wine Country Visitor’s Centre Railway and Eckhardt in Penticton or reserved by phone at 250-276-2170 (toll free 1-800-663-5052).
