OCCA SPRING LANTERN FESTIVAL 2026

THE TASTE OF LUNAR NEW YEAR -Kelowna’s Biggest Indoor Cultural Feast & Fun.

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Early Bird is available — your ticket includes an authentic Chinese meal..

Celebrate the 2026 Spring Lantern Festival & Year of the Horse

Celebrate the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse at Kelowna’s largest indoor Spring Lantern Festival, hosted by OCCA Communities Association. This one-night event brings together vibrant multicultural performances, authentic food, and hands-on family fun in a welcoming, community-focused setting.

For food lovers, this year introduces authentic Chinese New Year dishes available in Kelowna. The $29 Standard Ticket includes a full three-course festival meal, while the $85 High Value Ticket provides a complete culinary experience, extended cultural activities, and a meaningful contribution to community programming—including a $50 tax receipt.

📍 Location: Kelowna Events Centre (2041 Harvey Ave, Kelowna)

🗓 Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026 | 4:00–8:00 PM (Doors open 3:30 PM)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Environment: Indoor · Family-friendly · All ages welcome

Festival Highlights

• 🎭 Live Performances: Multicultural shows including Dragon & Lion Dances
• 🥟 Cultural Workshops: Dumpling-making, lantern crafts, Chinese calligraphy and much more.
• 🤖 STEM & Play: Interactive robot board games for kids and families.
• 🎨 Kids’ Zone: Face painting and hands-on activities in our expanded family zones.
• 📸 Festive photo booth:  featuring traditional costumes
• 🧋 Exclusive Treats: including festival-exclusive  drinks., special snacks  and much more
• 🎟 Luck & Fun: Prize draws and a 50/50 Raffle throughout the evening.

This year’s festival features a bigger venue, expanded family zones, and more interactive activities, making it an easy and enjoyable night out for families across Kelowna.

🎁 Early Bird Bonus

Early Bird Sale Dates: Dec. 1 – Jan. 30 Early Bird orders placed by January 30 will receive an additional chef’s special food treat prepared fresh on-site at the venue.

• .    Early Bird Sale Dates: Dec. 1–Jan. 30

🎟 Tickets are required for entry. Please purchase your tickets here or via the City of Kelowna ticketing platform: theboxoffice.ca.

• Standard Ticket ($29): Includes 3 authentic Chinese New Year dishes with your entrance ticket.
• High Value Ticket ($85): Includes three authentic Chinese New Year dishes, a $50 donation tax receipt, and an activity ticket bundle (valued at $15+) for event games or snacks.
• Child Ticket (Under 12): Includes three authentic Chinese New Year dishes with entry.
• Kids Under 5: Free entry.

For booth and sponsorship opportunities, contact events@occabc.ca .