Join us for one of Vernon’s most beloved traditions — the 65th Annual Winter Carnival Parade! This year, we’re celebrating Team Carnival Canada Goes for Gold, so bring the whole family, a thermos of hot chocolate or soup, and, of course, your Carnival spi... Read More
The Snowed In Comedy Tour is back — bigger, bolder, and funnier than ever! What started 17 years ago as a wild idea in the middle of a Canadian winter has snowballed into a full-blown national phenomenon — now the biggest comedy tour in Canada. This year,... Read More
Feel the Canadian spirit soar at one of Vernon Winter Carnival’s most iconic and beloved events: The Hot Air Balloon Glow. As part of this year’s Team Carnival: Canada Goes for Gold celebration, we’re lighting up the winter sky with true northern pride an... Read More
It’s back! The one-day Chili event of the year, where you decide who has the best chili in town! This time, we have the most participants EVER! 7 Venues will be participating. Back for it's 17th year and is one of Vernon’s hottest food tasting events,... Read More
One of the Okanagan’s most popular showcases of beer, cider, and wine returns — this time with a distinctly Canadian twist! Spend an evening sampling a wide selection of domestic and craft beers, local ciders, and regional wines, perfectly paired with sa... Read More
It’s back! The one-day Chilli event of the year, where you decide who has the best chilli in town! The Classic Chilli Cook-off is back for its 17th year and is one of Vernon’s hottest food tasting events, featuring authentic chilli recipes served up by V... Read More
Celebrate Canadian pride on ice at the Going for the Gold Canada Loonie Skate! Join us for the Winter Carnival skating event, where everyone is encouraged to dress in red and white and show off their maple spirit. Just a Loonie gets you in—so lace up, gli... Read More
🍁🥇 GOING FOR GOLD BINGO MARATHON! 🥇🍁 It’s bingo… but make it Olympic! Join us at the Halina Centre during the Vernon Winter Carnival for a full day of daubing, cheering, and chasing that gold! We’ve got 3 medal-worthy sessions: 🏅 Morning Warm-Up: 9:30 AM... Read More
A beloved Vernon Winter Carnival family favourite returns! This year, lace up your dancing shoes and celebrate like a true champion — come dance the night away dressed as your favourite athlete or “Champion for Gold”!... Read More
Costs: *FREE if you have the monthly unlimited pass. Regular drop in court fees apply if you don’t. Members $10.35 Non members $18.63. *NOTE: Sign up is required and will fill up fast. Number of Players: 72 mixed Male and Female Why you should come? -... Read More
Comedy Night at the Roster is bringing a stacked lineup for two shows for a night of big laughs featuring headliner Colin Cowan, special guest Jason Wobshall, and host Logan Bligh. Colin Cowan is a comedic shape-shifter whose high-energy, cynically optimi... Read More
The tradition continues! Celebrate the first full day of the Vernon Winter Carnival with us at the Vernon Elks Lodge Beer Garden Fundraiser — a local favourite that keeps the good times rolling year after year. Lace up your dancing shoes and get ready f... Read More
Join us for what promises to be a fast, straight, net downhill 1-mile race on a new course! Whether you are in it to win it, or running for fun, help us kick off the 2026 Vernon Winter Carnival Parade with our 1-miler. This is a timed race on the starting... Read More
Vernon Yacht Club - Set Sail for Gold! The winter carnival is back on our event calendar! Enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by the VYC kitchen team, then hit the dance floor as Rock’n Horse delivers a high-energy all-Canadian hits playlist — featuring c... Read More
Celebrate 40 years of science in Vernon with Elements of Gold: Free Science Day at the Okanagan Science Centre! Enjoy a full day of hands-on exploration, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly fun — all with free admission. Discover the science that co... Read More
| Date | Event | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 07 Feb 2026 | Downtown Vernon Chili Cook-Off | Downtown Vernon Association |
| 08 Feb 2026 | Elements of Gold Free Science Day | The Okanagan Science Centre, Vernon, BC |
| 08 Feb 2026 | Sovereign Lakes Tour de Soup | Sovereign Lake; Silver Star Provincial Park, Vernon, BC |
| 07 Feb 2026 | Headway Live The Longhorn Pub | The Longhorn Pub & Liquor Store, Vernon, BC |
| 08 Feb 2026 | Winter Carnival Olympics at RISE Gymnastics Academy | Rise Gymnastics Academy Vernon |
| 08 Feb 2026 | Carnival of Chocolate Choco Champions | Cotton's Chocolates, Vernon, BC |
| 07 Feb 2026 | Jewelry making with wood | 2101 43rd Street, Vernon, BC |
| 07 Feb 2026 | Swimwear Drop | Once Upon A Child - Vernon, BC |
| 07 Feb 2026 | City LOVE Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples - Vernon Area | **Recommended starting point or another city spot of your choice! (MUST USE PDF TICKETS-NO QR CODES), Vernon, BC |
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