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Thousands Are Out Celebrating Canada Day in Kelowna

Downtown streets, parks and Prospera Place hosted games, live music and food as the celebrations continued with fireworks over Okanagan Lake.

  • Thousands of residents crowded Downtown Kelowna on Wednesday, July 1, celebrating Canada's 159th birthday with festivities spanning From Stuart Park to Waterfront Park to Prospera Place.
  • The 51st annual Folkfest drew crowds to Prospera Place, where attendees enjoyed the Annual Kelowna Folkfest Stage and Ethnic Food Booths featuring international cuisine and live music.
  • Official Canada Day ceremonies at Prospera Place at 12:30 p.m. featured speeches from Mayor Tom Dyas, MPs Dan Albas and Stephen Fuhr, and MLA Gavin Dew.
  • The Touchdown Kelowna Fan Fest operated near the Dolphins statue, featuring Lions tents and activities ahead of their upcoming game at the Apple Bowl.
  • Wednesday night festivities concluded with the annual fireworks display over Okanagan Lake at 10 p.m., marking the end of the city-wide celebration.
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Kelowna Capital News broke the news in Kelowna, Canada on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
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