Arts on the Avenue

Arts on the Avenue Festivals Kelowna produces a free, one-day, outdoor Visual Arts Event on Bernard Ave. Check out our Event Page for more information!

Festivals Kelowna produces ARTS ON THE AVENUE, a one day, arts-focused, outdoor event celebrating and promoting our local artist community. This annual, funky event will feature various elements of visual arts: opportunities for retail sales, live performances, and a hands-on community engagement art project. Artists of all disciplines take over the street and sidewalks of Bernard Avenue between

Pandosy and Ellis, which has been beautifully revitalised, making it perfect for an evening of artistic revelry in our beautiful downtown!

Save the date 👀✨Thursday, July 30 | 4–9 PMArts on the Avenue 2026 is shaping up with an exciting lineup of artists, arti...
06/18/2026

Save the date 👀✨
Thursday, July 30 | 4–9 PM

Arts on the Avenue 2026 is shaping up with an exciting lineup of artists, artisans, and makers.

We will be sharing a few previews here as things unfold, so keep an eye out as we introduce some of the work coming to this year’s event.

Stay tuned...

How awesome! We've been nominated for Best Festival. Amazing to see so many great peers in the category, but if you enjo...
05/02/2026

How awesome! We've been nominated for Best Festival. Amazing to see so many great peers in the category, but if you enjoyed Arts on the Avenue we'd sure love your vote.

You can find us in the ARTS category.

🎨 Wanted: People Who Make StuffPaint, sculpt, stitch, snap photos, make jewelry—whatever your thing is, you’re welcome a...
04/02/2026

🎨 Wanted: People Who Make Stuff

Paint, sculpt, stitch, snap photos, make jewelry—whatever your thing is, you’re welcome at Arts on the Avenue.

No gallery pressure. Just a fun, outdoor night celebrating local creativity.

🗓 Thursday, July 30 | 5–9 PM
✨ All mediums welcome.

Spots are limited. Don’t overthink it—just
apply:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/Artist-App-2026

11/10/2025
Sweet Streams has been a staple at Arts on the Avenue for a couple years now.  Congrats to them on opening a store on Wa...
08/13/2025

Sweet Streams has been a staple at Arts on the Avenue for a couple years now. Congrats to them on opening a store on Water St this Monday. WOW, that's quick!

It was 2019 in Salt Lake City that Kait Ambrozik took that first, life-changing, dirty soda sip. "We were travelling as a family for my brothe.

08/11/2025
My husband and I had the pleasure of attending Arts on the Avenue hosted by  in downtown Kelowna last night. I looove se...
08/01/2025

My husband and I had the pleasure of attending Arts on the Avenue hosted by in downtown Kelowna last night. I looove seeing what our local talent is creating these days! These were my two favorite finds...

Handmade Rug by Kelowna & District SHARE Society. This vibrant rug was handcrafted by members of the Kelowna SHARE Society through its Re:Up (Repurpose Upcycle "turning waste into wonder") initiative. Members create rugs, tote bags, coasters, placemats and other items from 100% recycled fabrics that would have otherwise ended up in the landfill. The SHARE Society is a fantastic local non-profit organization with an equally fantastic thrift store in Kelowna where you can purchase these items.

Sticker featuring the Trailer Park Boys by . Ashton is a talented local artist who specializes in realism drawings. This sticker caught my eye as watching the Trailer Park Boys is a secret guilty pleasure of mine lol. My family also got to meet Ricky, Julian and Bubbles at the Calgary Expo in 2022.

07/31/2025

It's FREE and FUN.
Tonight at Kerry Park at 8pm. Come out and be an improv star with New Vintage Theatre Artistic Director Bonnie Gratz & Actress McKenzie McFarlane.😀

With a love for watercolor and a deep appreciation for nature, Marmar Art brings gentle beauty and vibrant color to ever...
07/30/2025

With a love for watercolor and a deep appreciation for nature, Marmar Art brings gentle beauty and vibrant color to every brushstroke.

"Before moving to Canada, I held several exhibitions in Iran and taught painting to children and adults. I love painting with watercolors and finds inspiration in the natural beauty of Kelowna. My vibrant works include lakes, landscapes, flowers, and more. The love I have for art brings my paintings to life."

See her heartfelt creations at www.instagram.com/Marmarart48 and Arts on the Avenue—a funky, free outdoor event where adults can shop, learn, and interact with local artists in downtown Kelowna.

🗓️ Thursday, July 31
📍 Kerry Park, Downtown Kelowna
⏰ 4PM – 9PM
🎶 Free to attend!

Thanks to our event supporters: City of Kelowna, Chances Casino Kelowna, and Modo.

💬 We’ve partnered with Modo to help you get $50 of free driving credits when you sign-up as a member. Modo helps you get places in a way that is affordable, convenient, inclusive and sustainable—with vehicles ranging from daily drives to cargo vans.

Become a member today and use code ARTSAVE50 at registration!

Say hello to Mod Ave. Art, one of the many local creators joining us at Arts on the Avenue!"Landscape & Abstract Acrylic...
07/30/2025

Say hello to Mod Ave. Art, one of the many local creators joining us at Arts on the Avenue!

"Landscape & Abstract Acrylic Artists with Okanagan inspiration."

Find them at www.instagram.com/mod.avedesign then come meet the artist, explore their work, and enjoy a fun, free evening of art, shopping, and community in downtown Kelowna.

🗓️ Thursday, July 31
📍 Kerry Park, Downtown Kelowna
⏰ 4PM – 9PM
🎶 Free to attend!

Thanks to our event supporters: City of Kelowna, Chances Casino Kelowna, and Modo.

💬 We’ve partnered with Modo to help you get $50 of free driving credits when you sign-up as a member. Modo helps you get places in a way that is affordable, convenient, inclusive and sustainable—with vehicles ranging from daily drives to cargo vans.

Become a member today and use code ARTSAVE50 at registration!

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100-1680 Water Street
Kelowna, BC
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