Author: Anna Montaner
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Seniors’ Light Tour brings festive cheer to December
The City of Kamloops is gearing up to welcome hundreds of local seniors for a beloved holiday tradition The annual Seniors’ Light Tour returns on Friday, Dec. 12. from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., offering a festive and memorable evening for seniors across the community. Hosted by the city and powered by dedicated volunteers, this…
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Kamloops Symphony Orchestra’s annual holiday tradition promises warmth, unity, and a live performance of a beloved animated classic. Photo by Allen DouglasChristmas with the KSO returns with over 120 performers
The Kamloops Symphony Orchestra’s most cherished seasonal tradition, Christmas with the KSO, returns to Sagebrush Theatre on Dec. 12 and 13 at 7:30 p.m., offering a celebration that blends musical nostalgia, community connection, and festive cheer. With carol sing-alongs, holiday favourites, and a sweeping program led by conductor Daniel Black, this year’s edition brings together…
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Canucks Autism Network brings fun family program to Kamloops
Canucks Autism Network along with the City of Kamloops are bringing a fun program for families with neurodiverse kids, including those waiting for a diagnosis. Kids ages three to six get to learn, play and make friends in an inclusive environment every Sunday from Oct. 26 to Nov. 30. Canucks Autism Network (CAN) is a…
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Kamloops welcomes the magic of the season with new Christmas Market
Kamloops is about to sparkle a little brighter this holiday season. From Nov. 21–30, the Kamloops Christmas Market will transform the downtown core into a winter wonderland, inviting visitors to shop, stroll, and soak up the spirit of the season. The ten-day event promises an authentic holiday experience, featuring local artisans, handcrafted goods, festive food,…
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Sirocco Project Set to Fill Kamloops Museum with Global Rhythms
Percussionist Lance Yamada and guitarist Brad Melnyk share stories and rhythms in an evening of world music The Kamloops Museum and Archives will host an afternoon of international sound and storytelling when the Sirocco Project takes the stage on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 1 to 3 p.m. The duo, percussionist Lance Yamada and guitarist Brad…
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Kamloops CIBC Run for the Cure returns to Riverside Park
The Canadian Cancer Society is bringing the Kamloops CIBC Run for the Cure back to Riverside Park on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. From 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., participants will gather at 100 Lorne Street to walk or run in support of breast cancer research, treatment, and community programs. “We have a Little Hope Lounge…
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Celebrating Canada through culture, Tapestry Festival returns for its fourth year
As Kamloops’ Tapestry Festival enters its fourth year, McDonald Park will once again be transformed into a vibrant celebration of global culture, with music, food, art, and performances highlighting both international traditions and Canadian pride. The Tapestry Festival was originally envisioned as a street fair on Tranquille Road, but when the COVID-19 pandemic halted public…
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Kamloops gears up for Multiple Myeloma March
Kamloops residents will have the opportunity to come together at Riverside Park on Sept. 7 for the annual Multiple Myeloma March, a nationwide event aimed at raising awareness, supporting patients, and funding critical research for the rare and incurable blood cancer. The event is open to participants of all ages, including families, friends, and even…
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Photo by Frank LucaBrewLoops Craft Beverage and Music Festival celebrates 10 years in Kamloops
The BrewLoops Craft Beverage & Music Festival returns to Kamloops for its 10th year, promising two days of music, craft drinks, food, and community spirit. Held in the heart of Kamloops on Oct. 3 and 4, the festival continues to thrive as a grassroots celebration, operated entirely by volunteers through the BrewLoops Cultural Development Society,…
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Stacy Owen, left, and Jennifer Brown-Binns are helping to bring Lemonade Day to KamloopsYouth entrepreneurship program launches in Kamloops
A nationally recognized youth entrepreneurship initiative is coming to Kamloops for the first time this summer. Lemonade Day, a free program that teaches children business and leadership skills through the experience of running a lemonade stand, officially launches in the city on Aug. 22. The program, which began in 2007, has reached over one million…