Signs of summer: seasonal programs, amenities return this weekend

Public Service Announcement

In advance of the May long weekend, Kelowna parks and downtown are preparing the return of some seasonal programs and amenities.

Meet me on Bernard starts May 16 

Beginning on Friday, May 16, Bernard Avenue between Abbott and Pandosy Street will become an open pedestrian corridor for the summer as part of Meet me on Bernard.

This year’s program will be extended to Sept. 14, in celebration of Kelowna hosting the CCMAs.

Learn more at meetmeonbernard.com.

Bike Valet returns May 19

The annual Bike Valet program is returning to downtown Kelowna with longer hours and more days! From Monday, May 19 until Sunday, Aug. 31, residents and visitors can safely and conveniently park their bikes for free on weekdays between the hours of 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Starting June 7, the program will be offered on weekends from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. The bike valet will run at the same location as last year, the intersection of Bernard Avenue and Mill Street.

Learn more about bike parking across the city by visiting kelowna.ca/bikeparking.

Waterparks open May 16

Kelowna’s waterparks are set to open for the summer season starting on Friday, May 16. Waterparks will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. between May 16 and June 26, and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. between June 27 to September 2, weather permitting.

Visit one of our three waterparks:  

• City Park Waterpark (1600 Abbott Street)
• Ben Lee Waterpark (900 Houghton Road)
• Quilchena Splash Park (347 Quilchena Drive)

For the latest hours and updates, visit  kelowna.ca/waterparks.

Responsible Alcohol in Parks returns May 15 

From May 15 until September 15 between 12 p.m. and 9 p.m., responsible alcohol consumption is permitted in specified areas of the following parks: Waterfront (including Tugboat Bay), Boyce-Gyro, Kinsmen Beach, Cedar Creek, Rotary Beach, Sarsons Beach, Strathcona Beach and Sutherland Bay.

Learn more at kelowna.ca/alcohol.