Events & Festivals

Kamloops hosts a variety of annual festivals that cater to diverse interests:

Kamloops International Buskers Festival: Held in Riverside Park, this family-oriented, free festival features professional street performers from around the world.

Kamloops Film Festival: Since 1997, this festival has showcased international films at the Paramount Theatre for ten days in March.

Kamloops Wine Festival: An annual fundraiser for the Kamloops Art Gallery, celebrating local and international wines.

Hot Nite in the City Show 'n' Shine: A weekend-long event every August downtown, showcasing street rods, customs, American muscle cars, and more.

Kamloops Rotary Ribfest: Western Canada's largest rib festival, held every August at Riverside Park, featuring ribbers from across North America.

Several resources provide detailed event listings:

City of Kamloops Events Calendar: Lists city-hosted events, public engagements, and recreational programs.

Downtown Kamloops Events: Focuses on events happening in the downtown area, including markets, festivals, and cultural happenings.

KamloopsBCNow Events Calendar: Provides information on various fairs and community markets.

Eventbrite Kamloops: Features a variety of local events, including concerts and music festivals.

Kamloops, known as the Tournament Capital of Canada, hosts various sporting events:

River Beaver Classic: An annual mountain biking festival in April, with proceeds supporting local trail maintenance.

Kamloops Marathon: An annual event featuring various race categories, attracting runners from across the region.

Families can enjoy numerous events throughout the year:

Kamloops International Buskers Festival: A free, family-oriented festival with performances suitable for all ages.

Family Day Festival: Held annually in February, offering various activities for families to enjoy together.

Yes, the Interior Wellness Festival, held since 2008, promotes healthy living through workshops with yogis, authors, and business experts.

Yes, food and drink enthusiasts can look forward to:

Brewloops: A non-profit beer, food, and bike festival celebrating Kamloops culture with block parties throughout the year.

Kamloops Wine Festival: An annual event celebrating wines, benefiting the Kamloops Art Gallery.