Oct. 2026 Events Round-Up

NIGHTLIFE

October 17 @ 7:00 to 10:00 pm at Delta Hotel by Marriott Kamloops: Witches Night Out: Spells, Spirits, and Sisterhood. A Little Magic, A Lot of Sisterhood. An evening of magic, connection, cocktails, and celebration. Calling all witches and warlocks! Enjoy an enchanting evening of tarot, rituals, potion-making, shopping, photo opportunities, and witchy fun! The Psychic Witch Coach will be on hand. Stir the cauldron at the Midnight Margarita BarGather your favourite witches and explore unique offerings from local vendors of the wonderfully witchy variety.

October 31 at Kamloops Heritage Railway: All Aboard the Spirit Express! 19+ event with DJ Angie from Solo Entertainment, Caboose Cocktails, Taco Libre food truck and so much more. Tickets on their facebook page and website and start at $29.

October 3 @ 10:30 pm to close at the Commodore Grand Cafe and Lounge: DreamHaus Sessions presents: Halloween! Join Felipe the dj and Percusshion Kid for a Hallows Eve Bash you won’t want to miss. PK would rather you buy dope costumes to wear for the contest than pay entrance. $5 tickets ALL NIGHT LONG online and at the door. Come early for a LIVE BAND!! Get in for free.

MUSIC

October 17 @ 7:30 PM in St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 6th and Douglas, CMK presents Baroque Harvest A celebration of the autumn season and the rich bounty of 17th and 18th Century European composers.  Musicians are the Heritage Ensemble, which is Catharine Dochstader, flute; Cvetozar Vutev, violin; Annette Dominik, violin/viola; Cuyler Page, bass dulcian; and Curtis Howell, harpsichord.  Special guest will be Jhonny Vasquez, classical guitar.  Tickets are available online and at the door.

October 25 at 7pm, at St. Paul’s Cathedral, 360 Nicola Street, Kamloops, The Serious Dogs will be performing on Sunday, Admission is $15 at the door, and there will also be door prizes and a 50/50 draw.

October 30 @ 10:00 pm at the Paramount Theatre: Candlelight Concert: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons. Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Kamloops. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons at The Kamloops Film Society at The Paramount Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight.

COMEDY

October 25 @ 2:00 pm at Stockpot Cafe: Monthly Improv Comedy Jam. Come hang out, play some improv games, no experience required. No pressure to perform, though you are encouraged to get up for the “everybody” games, even if you don’t say a word. Entry by donation, even if that donation is zero dollars.

November 5 @ 8:00 pm at the Sagebrush Theatre: Hungry for Laughs. Canada’s Funnest Comedy Tour is back and it’s definitely a night worth leaving the house for! The Hungry for Laughs Comedy Tour is rolling into town with an all-star lineup of comedians who have been featured on Amazon Prime, Netflix, Just for Laughs, Canada’s Got Talent, CBC’s The Debaters, and more. Founded by Alex Mackenzie and produced by ECL Productions, this isn’t your typical comedy show it’s an experience built around laughter, connection, and giving back.

DANCE

October 23 @ 6:00 to 10:00 pm at Barnhartvale Community Association: Barn Dance! Fun for the whole family. Dust off your botts and come enjoy a night of dancing. Bring your family or come alone. We’ll kick things off line dancing lessons at 630 then we will turn the music up and dance the night away! Ticket Prices Adults -$20, Seniors (55+) -$15, Students (5-18) -$10, Kids (>5) – $2.

THEATRE

October 8 to 25 at the Sagebrush Theatre: Little Shop of Horrors. In a gritty flower shop on Skid Row, Seymour Krelborn’s hopeless life is transformed when he discovers a strange and interesting plant with a very particular appetite. This hit musical combines sixties sci-fi horror tropes with a Faustian tale of hunger and ambition, and an irresistible rock score. Tickets at WCT website.

October 15 to 18 at the Pavilion Theatre: The Party by Juli Harland. Locally written and produced, The Party tells the story of Alice, who is facing a terminal illness. What does a person do in that situation? Well for Alice, she throws a party with her closest friends and family. The Party is a story of grief, of relationships, of reminicing, and of learning to let go when there’s nowhere near enough time left with those you love, and who love you. Tickets are on sale at Kamloops Live Box Office.

November 3 @ 7:00 pm at the Sagebrush Theatre: Swan Lake Symphony of Lights. Where Tradition Meets Technology. For over a century, Swan Lake has enchanted audiences with Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score and timeless choreography. Now, this beloved classic returns in a bold new vision. In this reimagined production, graceful movement meets cutting-edge light design. Illuminated costumes flow with the dancers’ every step, transforming the stage into a living canvas of color and emotion. Technology is seamlessly woven into the performance, enhancing, not replacing, the beauty of classical ballet.

ART

October 15 @4:00 to 5:00 pm at Kamloops Art Party: Teen Pottery Workshop. This hands-on workshop is the perfect opportunity to discover the art of pottery in a relaxed and supportive studio environment. Our professional artists will guide participants through the fundamentals of centering clay, shaping forms, and creating a functional pottery piece to take home after firing and glazing. For ages 12 to 17.

COMMUNITY

October 17 and 18 at Sandman Center: 2026 Kamloops Fall HomeShow & MarketPlace. Whether you are planning a renovation, updating your home, starting a new project, or just looking for fresh ideas, the HomeShow is a great place to connect with local businesses, home improvement experts, renovation professionals, builders, contractors, and service providers all in one place. Inside the HomeShow, you will also find the MarketPlace, featuring a variety of local vendors, makers, artisans, boutiques, home décor, giftware, wellness products, food, clothing, and more.

October 18 @ 6:00 to 7:30 pm at Catloops Cafe: Create and Decorate your own mask. Fundraiser for Sammy’s Forgotten Felines. Come spend a fun and creative evening with us at Catloops Cat Cafe while helping raise funds for cats in need! For $25 per person, you’ll get your own white cat mask ready to make completely your own. We’ll have paints, paint markers, and lots of fun embellishments to choose from! While you create, you’ll also get to enjoy some time with the cats at Catloops Cat Cafe. Contact Catloops Cafe for details.

GAMES

Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov 6 @ 6:30 to 9:30 pm at The Game Hub: Friday Night Magic: Standard.  Test your Magic: The Gathering skills and take your gameplay to the next level! Standard is the perfect format to start picking up competitive magic and mastering the game! If you don’t have a deck or aren’t ready to commit just yet, no worries! We’ve got store decks available to borrow. Join us every Friday at 6:30 PM for some great competition, fun, and a chance to win big. $5 entry – all proceeds go towards prizes.

BUSINESS

October 21 @ 5:30 pm at Yew Street Food Hall, NSBIA presents: Grand Opening of Mriya Comfort Ukrainian Food! Owner Ivanna is excited to welcome you to her wonderful new restaurant and introduce you to her incredible menu filled with delicious, authentic Ukrainian comfort food. The amazing Simya Ukrainian dance group will be performing at the Grand Opening! The North Shore BIA is so excited to celebrate another fabulous new local business on The Shore!

SPORTS

October 3 @ 1:00 pm at Kamloops Golf and Country Club: 5th Annual Chris Rose Golf Ball Drop. The 5th Annual Chris Rose Golf Ball Drop is back, giving participants the chance to win a major cash prize while making a meaningful difference in the lives of autistic children, youth, and families in our community. Every ticket purchased helps support the programs and services offered through the Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism.

October 17 to 18 @ 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at KTSA Long Range: Frosty Farky F Class October Match. F-Class Categories: F-Class Open F-Class F/TR Bench. All shooters are requested to register on the ktsa website as soon as possible because registration closes October 10th , 2026. Match may be cancelled if non-sufficient registration occurs. All shooters will compete in either F-Open or F-TR classes. Bench shooters are welcome and the class they are scored in will depend on the calibre that they shoot.

November 3 @ 8:00 pm at the Sandman Center Arena: Tri-City Americans! Don’t miss your chance to catch Tri-City Americans live in action! Whether you’re going with friends or flying solo, you’re guaranteed an unforgettable experience. Grab your tickets today at Findtick.com and get ready for an incredible time. Availability is limited, so don’t wait!