Nestled in the South Okanagan, Osoyoos lives up to its reputation of offering the country’s warmest welcome this spring. Heralding a promising wine-country and travel season, spring in the South Okanagan also brings a cascade of annual and special events around which to build a bright family, romantic or friends weekend.
Book your trip now with some of these exciting events as the centrepiece for a spring exploration of Osoyoos and the South Okanagan.
Osoyoos Oyster Festival, April 11–12
The Osoyoos Oyster Festival returns with two delicious events that will pair West Coast oysters with award-winning local wines. Kelowna’s beloved Codfathers Seafood Market, a sustainable “fin to tail” fishmonger, is the source for the impeccably fresh bivalves.
The Sip & Shuck takes place on Friday, April 11, from 5 to 7 pm at the Greenside Bar & Grill at the Osoyoos Golf Club. Enjoy shucked oysters, delectable appetizers and samples of fine local wine from Kismet Estate Winery, Gold Hill Winery, Intersection Estate Winery, Nostalgia Wines, River Stone Estate Winery, Nk’Mip Cellars and Domaine Artema Winery. Live acoustic music sets the mood for this gourmet experience. Tickets: $75 per person, plus tax.
The festival’s signature event, the Black Pearl Gala, gets fancy on Saturday, April 12, from 6 to 9:30 pm at Pointe 49° Kitchen & Bar at Walnut Beach Resort. Freshly shucked oysters are again the stars of the show, along with innovative canapés crafted by Walnut Beach’s new executive chef Darien Rozsahegyi, a pasta station, and wines from Kismet Estate Winery, Gold Hill Winery, Intersection Estate Winery, Noble Ridge Vineyard and Winery, Nostalgia Wines, Nk’Mip Cellars and Burrowing Owl Estate Winery. Cocktails from Osoyoos’ own Tumbleweed Spirits distillery will complete the gala evening. Tickets: $125 per person, plus tax.
Tickets for both events are available at osoyoosoysterfestival.ca.
Pig Out Weekend, May 2–4
The annual, hotly anticipated Pig Out Festival Weekend returns to Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country this spring, offering a flavour-packed lineup of food and wine experiences in a beautiful setting.
The Pig Out Guest Chef Dinner on Friday, May 2, takes place at Manzil Restaurant at Kismet Estate Winery in Oliver, known for its authentic East Indian cuisine. Start the evening in the vineyard garden, enjoying wines from local producers alongside Indian street food-inspired bites. The party then moves indoors for a stunning four-course meal, with each dish expertly paired with wines from Kismet Estate Winery, Domaine Artema Estate Winery and River Stone Estate Winery. Tickets: $129.99 per person, plus tax.
The signature Pig Out Festival takes place on Saturday May 3, from 1 to 4 pm at Cellar Door & More in Oliver. This lively afternoon brings together the region’s top chefs and wineries for a grazing feast of juicy ribs, flavourful pulled pork and freshly grilled sausages, perfectly paired with outstanding local wines. The South Okanagan Amateur Players Society presents live comedy in the vineyard, and the whole family can participate in fun games. Tickets include festival entry, food & wine samples, entertainment, and activities. Ticket prices per person, plus tax: Adults $109, youth (ages 13–18) $45, kids (ages 2–12) $25, and infants under 2 are free.
Tickets for both events are available at oliverosoyoos.com/pig-out-festival.
Osoyoos Farmers’ Market, from May 3
The popular weekly farmers’ market returns to the Osoyoos Town Hall Square on May 3 and runs every Saturday through October 11, from 9 am to 1 pm. All products on offer are proudly made and grown locally, including artisan crafts, local fruit and vegetables, baked goods, plus wine, cider, beer and spirits. Learn more at osoyoosfarmersmarket.ca.
Primavera Party at Over the Fence Winery, May 30
Although the popular Half Corked Marathon (May 31) is already sold out for 2025, tickets are still available for Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country’s Primavera Party, which kicks off marathon weekend on Friday, May 30, from 6 to 8:30 pm. Stroll through the scenic vineyards at Over the Fence Winery in Osoyoos while sipping exceptional wines paired with delicious appetizers. At elegantly set tables under a tent on the winery’s crush pad, wine barrels and breathtaking views create the perfect backdrop for a multi-course feast prepared by Vancouver’s Casa Molina, renowned for fine Spanish cuisine. Tickets: $135.60 per person, plus tax.
Tickets are available at oliverosoyoos.com/half-corked-marathon.
Sunset Soiree en Blanc at District Wine Village, June 14
On Saturday, June 14, District Wine Village in Oliver will transform its Centre Plaza into an elegant sunset dining experience. The evening begins with cocktails at 6:30 pm, followed by dinner at 7 pm. At round tables adorned with white tablecloths and floral centerpieces, indulge in a beautiful three-course menu from Ward’s Wine Country Kitchen onsite restaurant, served with pairings from District Wine Village wineries. Live music will enhance the refined atmosphere, and guests are encouraged to embrace the theme by dressing in sophisticated all-white attire. Tickets include a welcome glass of sparkling wine and a three-course meal with wine pairings: $195 per person, or purchase an entire table (8 guests) for $1,400, plus tax and gratuity.
Tickets are available at districtwinevillage.com/event/sunset-soiree-en-blanc.
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