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Creative Okanagan Announces Tascheleia Marangoni as New Executive Director Kelowna, BC — [January 8, 2026] — Creative Okanagan is pleased to announce the appointment of Tascheleia Marangoni as its new Executive Director. The appointment follows an extensive search led by the organization’s…

Empowering the Central Okanagan Music Ecosystem 2025 was a pivotal year for Creative Okanagan, marked by substantial growth across our programs, organizational capacity, and community collaborations. Our mission—to support the development of a vibrant, accessible music ecosystem that benefits artists, audiences, and…

Creative Okanagan is thrilled to share that our recent Members’ Showcase at Creekside Theatre was an outstanding evening of community, collaboration, and extraordinary music. On November 28th, local talent and music enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the thriving creative energy that defines our…

The Board of Directors announces that Karma Lacoff Nieoczym will be leaving Creative Okanagan effective December 19. Karma has made the decision to step down to pursue the next chapter in her professional journey. During her tenure, Karma has been an exceptional…

Acclaimed Nova Scotia folk artist Rose Cousins is set to captivate audiences on October 9, 2025, with her highly anticipated Conditions of Love Tour at the Creekside Theatre presented by Creative Okanagan.  On her forthcoming record, Rose Cousins invites us to journey…

On September 10th, the city came alive during the CCMA Country Crawl with an evening full of vibrant performances, dance, and community spirit, shining a spotlight on regional talent and creative collaboration. The event, featuring sets by Kris Anders Band, Jese Lawrence,…

The Canadian Country Music Association® (CCMA®) and Creative Okanagan are excited to announce the inaugural offering of the Country Music Week Mentorship Program, a collaborative initiative, designed to support the professional development of emerging country artists and up-and-coming country music industry professionals. …

Kelowna, BC – Prepare for a captivating musical experience with One Guitar Woman, as Sue Foley performs in support of her new solo acoustic album celebrating the female pioneers of guitar. Sue Foley returns to Kelowna for a solo show in support…

A new grassroots arts and culture initiative has taken flight in the Central Okanagan. Heard About Harold is “the messenger on a mission to promote arts and culture in the region and celebrate its role in shaping healthy, flourishing communities.”  Starting next…

Creative Okanagan proudly announces the launch of public access to the Central Okanagan Music Venue Database, a comprehensive resource designed to create an understanding of the current venue landscape in the Central Okanagan.  In 2023, Creative Okanagan embarked on a mission to…