Local artists will be displaying their artwork through a variety of mediums and local authors will be on hand to discuss their work in our Okanagan Spirits Foyer. Local dance schools will be holding demos in our Marie Fleming Studio, as well as information booths. We invite local musicians and school bands to join us in the foyer and theatre front steps, in welcoming everyone to this free event!

Mia Kelly and Blair Dunlop

Join the Heart Strings Ensemble and violinist Sophie Armstrong for an unforgettable evening of timeless classics and original compositions that blend classical precision with global influences, featuring tributes to legends and iconic pieces from Hollywood, and works by John Williams, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Vivaldi, and more.

Get ready to experience just how SWEET REGGAE can be.

“He’s a master of country, folk, rock and blues, and the catch is that whatever the sound, people know that Valdy is sincere.”
Saskatoon Star Phoenix

The theme invites us to dig deep, listen closely, and reimagine the stories we tell about where we live and who we are. Roots, Resonance and Rewriting the Local Narrative shines a light on voices often overlooked, celebrating the wisdom, strength, and creativity that shape our communities from the ground up. It’s time to shift the spotlight and hear from those who’ve been shaping the story all along.

Back by popular demand as VDPAC’s featured 24th Annual Birthday Bash season opener, Afrique en Cirque symbolizes the strength, agility, and joy of life found in African youth.

Rose’s work as garnered her two JUNO Awards (2013’s We Have Made a Spark & 2021’s Bravado), two Canadian Folk Music Awards, eleven East Coast Music Awards and one Grammy nomination (2018’s Natural Conclusion), along with praise from the likes of the CBC, No Depression, LA Times, Billboard, Folk Alley, and NPR, who raved “Cousins’ disarmingly fluid vocal tone has the ability to convey the most internalized feelings without an ounce of fuss.”

Step into a world of musical imagination with Blue Suede and Rhinestones: King of Rock meets the Queen of Country.

On her forthcoming record, Rose Cousins holds our hands as she guides us on a journey through the "conditions of love." Ever the emotional explorer, the acclaimed, Nova-Scotia-based folk artist seeks truth, in all its imperfections, in the depths of our most complicated of emotions: love.

Step out of the house for an unforgettable evening with Peter Oldring and Pat Kelly (CBC Radio’s This is That) as they reunite with Carolyn Taylor (Baroness von Sketch Show). These comedy powerhouses come together for the first time since their early days at The Second City to deliver a delightfully absurd and wildly entertaining variety show.

Five Alarm Funk is Canada's premiere sonic and visual assault. With 20 years’ experience, in high voltage Funk infusion, FAF has carved a new path of live entertainment.

Josh + Bex are a dreamy, acoustic Indie Folk duo from the Okanagan Valley of BC. Their spellbinding harmonies and honed yet rustic sound, meet at the intersection of hope and sorrow as they intuitively and vulnerably craft songs that explore the wondrous realm of human experience.

Hungry For Laughs Comedy Tour

Amy Millan (Stars, Broken Social Scene) is coming to Creekside Theatre on Oct 19th. Bringing gentle songs to calm your nervous system, from her new solo album 'I Went To Find You'.

Two master composers separated by 200 years, and a performance bursting with musical contrasts. Maria Fuller makes her OSO conducting debut in works by Mozart and Anna Clyne, one of the most in-demand living composers. Our own Martin Krátký is soloist in the soulfully melodic concerto DANCE; we conclude with Mozart’s most famous symphony.

With over seventy years of incredible live concert presentations, your North Okanagan Community Concert Association continues with its history of excellence.

Two iconic Latin superstars brought together on stage.

Celebrate the best in local business at the 41st Annual Business Excellence Awards! Join us as we honour outstanding organizations and individuals shaping Greater Vernon. From innovation to community impact, it's a night of inspiration, connection, and celebration. Don’t miss the most anticipated business event of the year!

Big Loud artist Dallas Smith has a track record of noteworthy success - from front man of Platinum-selling rock band Default to 3x consecutive CCMA Entertainer of the Year.

Barracuda, a tribute to Heart, first hit the stage in 2011, and rapidly became the top Heart tribute in North America.

The award-winning improv comedians are back with a new show, more moves and even quicker wits.

A SHOW FOR ALL GENDERS… 19+ ONLY
WARNING! No extreme nudity, just extreme hilarity.

Get ready for an Rare Night of Legendary Rock'n Roll ! The Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre welcomes NAZARETH on their Canadian Farewell Tour on October 26, 2025. With over 50 years of iconic hits like Love Hurts, Hair of the Dog, and Razamanaz, Nazareth is taking one final tour across Canada.

THE PIANO MEN- featuring the timeless classics of Billy Joel and Elton John
A musical journey through the 70’s... featuring the timeless classics of Billy Joel and Elton John
The Piano Men is a musical celebration of the 1970’s- year by year, hit by hit- from the songbooks of Billy Joel and Elton John.