Creating A Thriving Okanagan Music Scene

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Jun 27 Friday

Alma Kubana and Bobby Bovenzi with Nankama

Annette Beaudreau Amphitheatre at Memorial Park (3737 Old Okanagan Highway)

West Kelowna

6:15 pm

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On June 27th the City of West Kelowna’s Music in the Park, presented by RE/MAX, welcomes Alma Kubana and Bobby Bovenzi with Nankama. Join Bobby Bovenzi for his drumming workshop at 6:15 pm June 27th and take part in his…

Jul 04 Friday

Sherman Doucette and the Tank Full of Blues and Cat Wells Blues Band

Annette Beaudreau Amphitheatre at Memorial Park (3737 Old Okanagan Highway)

West Kelowna

6:30 pm

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9:00 pm

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On July 4th the City of West Kelowna’s Music in the Park, presented by RE/MAX, welcomes Sherman Doucette and the Tank Full of Blues and Cat Wells Blues Band.Opening: Cat Wells Blues Band | Blues Cat Wells is a Canadian…

Jul 18 Friday

October Poppy and Lucas Wentworth

Annette Beaudreau Amphitheatre at Memorial Park (3737 Old Okanagan Highway)

West Kelowna

6:30 pm

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9:00 pm

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On July 18th the City of West Kelowna’s Music in the Park, presented by RE/MAX, welcomes October Poppy and Lucas Wentworth.Opening: Lucas Wentworth | Pop Rock Lucas Wentworth is a talented singer, songwriter, and producer from Kelowna, BC, known for…

Jul 25 Friday

Stereo Sunday and Tonight’s Forecast

Annette Beaudreau Amphitheatre at Memorial Park (3737 Old Okanagan Highway)

West Kelowna

6:30 pm

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9:00 pm

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On July 25th the City of West Kelowna’s Music in the Park, presented by RE/MAX, welcomes Stereo Sunday and Tonight’s Forecast.Opening: Tonight’s Forecast | Progressive Jazz/Funk Tonight’s Forecast is a jazz-funk quintet from Kelowna, BC, blending acid jazz, classic funk,…

Aug 01 Friday

LIPS – the Ultimate Rolling Stones Experience

Annette Beaudreau Amphitheatre at Memorial Park (3737 Old Okanagan Highway)

West Kelowna

6:30 pm

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9:00 pm

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On August 1st the City of West Kelowna’s Music in the Park, presented by RE/MAX, welcomes LIPS – the Ultimate Rolling Stones Experience.LIPS – the Ultimate Rolling Stones Experience Imagine it’s 1964. There has been a seismic shift in North…

Aug 08 Friday

The Hip Replacements and Texas Major

Annette Beaudreau Amphitheatre at Memorial Park (3737 Old Okanagan Highway)

West Kelowna

6:30 pm

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9:00 pm

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On August 8th the City of West Kelowna’s Music in the Park, presented by RE/MAX, welcomes The Hip Replacements and Texas Major.Opening: Texas Major Formed in 2023, this two piece rock band flew out of the gates, selling out local…

Aug 15 Friday

Nouveau Funk and Jodie B

Annette Beaudreau Amphitheatre at Memorial Park (3737 Old Okanagan Highway)

West Kelowna

6:30 pm

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9:00 pm

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On August 15th the City of West Kelowna’s Music in the Park, presented by RE/MAX, welcomes Nouveau Funk and Jodie B.Opening: Jodie B Jodie B is a producer, audio engineer, live loop performer, Ableton instructor, mother, fiance, adventure enthusiast and…

Aug 22 Friday

Shalisa and Jese Lawrence

Annette Beaudreau Amphitheatre at Memorial Park (3737 Old Okanagan Highway)

West Kelowna

6:30 pm

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9:00 pm

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On August 22nd the City of West Kelowna’s Music in the Park, presented by RE/MAX, welcomes Shalisa and Jese Lawrence.Opening: Jese Lawrence Jese Lawrence is a passionate Singer/Songwriter from southern British Columbia, Canada, blending country, folk, and blues. Drawing from…

Oct 09 Thursday

Rose Cousins

Creekside Theatre

Kelowna

7:00 pm

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10:00 pm

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Creative Okanagan presents Rose Cousins October 9th at Creekside Theatre.On her forthcoming record, Rose Cousins holds our hands as she guides us on a journey through the “conditions of love.” Ever the emotional explorer, the acclaimed, Nova-Scotia-based folk artist seeks…

A THRIVING MUSIC SCENE

Harmonizing Community & Music

Our mission is to build a stronger music ecosystem by creating and encouraging accessible music experiences that serve audiences, artists, and stakeholders in the Central Okanagan.

Creative Okanagan is a non-profit organization and member-driven community.

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Panel Discussions and Workshops

Keep an eye on the event page for upcoming panels and workshops about flourishing in the local music scene

Fast Track Showcase

Get feedback from talent buyers from Creative Okanagan, Festivals Kelowna, Live in Lake Country and Rebellious Unicorns. The Fast Track Showcase will support the programming for summer events and beyond.

In Tune Music Networking

Mix and mingle with fellow artists and music enthusiasts, hosted by our Music Advisory Group. Everyone is welcome!
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Firsthand accounts of our impact

Being a part of Creative Okanagan has been a game changer for us! From timely, helpful business advice, to connecting us with a publicist that fits with our vision, working with Creative Okanagan has been a huge help to our music career in a short amount of time. Not to mention, the people genuinely care about art and creating an art-full community, and they are an absolute pleasure to work with.

Under The Rocks

As a champion of culture and an established resource, Creative Okanagan has been an asset to Kelowna and the Okanagan. They have been instrumental in promoting talent, and establishing initiatives such as the Central Okanagan Music Strategy, a planning event I was involved with. As a recent resident of Kelowna, they have provided opportunities for my record label and helped me integrate into the local cultural community.

Laura Lee Schultz

Off White House Records

Creative Okanagan sees the big picture of our music scene and is working hard to support everyone in it, including our venue. They’ve been an absolute pleasure to work with, highly recommend!

Adam Semeniuk

Owner of Red Bird Brewing

The Future of Our Music Scene

The Central Okanagan Music Strategy (COMS) was a community led initiative to create a music strategy for the Central Okanagan area. It was born out of the necessity to develop a strong, culturally vibrant community by:

Connecting people with similar interests so they can engage in collective action
Developing community support for music
Increasing support of live music
Creating an understanding of the current music landscape
Setting priorities for the future development of music in the Central Okanagan

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Join our music community and take advantage of tailored benefits including front of the line access to workshops and events, discounts, spotlight feature opportunities, networking, and expert consultations to foster your growth as an artist.

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For community enthusiasts of the performing arts.

Enjoy priority registration for events, a 15% discount on showcases and tickets, plus engagement and recognition opportunities, as well as voting privileges at the annual general meeting all as a part of your membership benefits.

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Enjoy a wealth of benefits with a Creative Okanagan business membership, including priority access to events and workshops, discounts, voting rights, promotional opportunities through various channels, and a yearly consultation to foster connections within the arts community.

By becoming a member, in addition to your direct benefits, you are helping us educate musicians and supporting industry, host live performances and advocate for the music sector in the Central Okanagan.

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Why Sponsor Creative Okanagan?

Sponsoring with Creative Okanagan is an effective way for your organization to support the performing arts in the Okanagan. From the events we produce, to the performing arts programs we execute, to industry networking events; Creative Okanagan has many opportunities for your organization to connect in meaningful ways that benefit everyone.

Play a pivotal role in nurturing the music community and arts sector in the Okanagan region.
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