The Oliver and District Parks and Recreation Department hosts a variety of events in our community for people of all ages. The department hosts sporting events, workshops, and festivals many of which recur annually.
To Volunteer at Recreation Department events, toggle over the 'Our Community' tab, click 'Volunteer Opportunities' and then scroll down to Recreation Centre to find our volunteer information form.
Why make a mess of your play room when you can make it at ours? Come play with our equipment, run around or do a craft in the Oliver Community Hall.
Join us after at the Oliver and District Arena for a free skate.
Family Day - 10:00-2:00pm.
2025 Registration is now open: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/townofoliver/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=xYXRYo7
This social tournament is all about the love of the game. Men 55+ and Women 45+ will register as individuals and be placed on a team based on age, ability, and position. Tournament includes 3 games, MVP awarded to each side after each game. Thursday evening meet and greet, Friday night banquet, and a trip to the Oliver and District Wine Village round out the social opportunities.
Occurs annually in March. Games run 9:00am-3:30pm daily.
Road Race #4 in the Interior Running Association series, this flat, scenic 10K loop along the Okanagan River channel and around Oliver Community Park is a great event for runners of all abilities and experience. Back this year is the addition of the 3K loop for runners looking for a shorter distance. There is an aid station on the course and medical support on site. Refreshments, awards and draw prizes follow the race.
Oliver Community Park - Sunday April 7th - 3K 9:15am start 10K 10:00am start
All registration takes place on raceroster.com
The department's annual Easter Egg Hunt in the park. Recurs annually Easter Long-Weekend.
Our staff and volunteers are getting out in our community to pick up garbage and clean up our parks, we hope your business, workplace, class, team or family will join us. Need extra bags or gloves? Contact us at recreation@oliver.ca
April 22nd annually.
The Oliver and District Recreation Department celebrates BC Youth Week annually from May 1st - 7th. BC's Youth Week is a celebration intended to help foster a sense of connectedness between youth aged 13-18 and their communities. Stay tuned to our website and social media for artistic, athletic, and leisure activities or hangouts for youth.
Is your organization looking to host an activity or giveaway for youth during Youth Week? Let us know!
The official kick-off of the Roots and Fruits Festival, the Rock and Roll picnic is a party in the park! 2025 Event details TBD. Watch this page or Oliver and District Recreation on Facebook for 2025 event announcements.
Now in June! 2025 Dates TBD.
Kick-off your summer with fun-for-all ages celebration of our town, its agriculture, history, and rich arts community. This summer solstice we are embracing, the lake, the parks, and the sunshine.
Visit our Roots and Fruits Website for our 2025 event dates and details.
July 1 8:30-10:30AM
Our volunteers are cooking up a pancake breakfast this Canada Day, and you can join us for breakfast, lawn games and music. This event is sponsored by Kevin's no Frills and funded in part by the Government of Canada.
Saturday September 21st 2024 - Lion's Park - 7:30PM.
Join Fresh Air Cinema and their crew at Lion's Park for the animated movie "Open Season" on the big inflatable screen. Concessions will be sold onsite by the South Okanagan Skating Club, cash only. Parking is available at Lion's Park, Oliver Tourism, Main Street, Station Street or Kinsman Park.
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Friday September 27th - 4:00PM
We are hosting a community baseball game for youth ages 9-12 from the Osoyoos Indian Band and the Town of Oliver + Area C. This is a recreational game with a focus on building community. Player registration is free at: https://app.amilia.com/store/en/townofoliver/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=yn6JjnK or call 250-498-4985.
Spectators are encouraged to come watch, mingle, and cheer on the players. Looking to keep the rest of your party entertained? Lawn games and T Ball will be setup on Diamond 1. Supper provided to the players Spectators may purchase food while supplies last (cash only). Registering a player? your family name will be entered for a draw prize (must be present to win).
Saturday Oct 26 2024 - 6:00-8:30PM in the Oliver Community Hall - Entry by donation.
Join us for a Family Dance in the Community all, costumes encouraged. Prizes for best costume and Best Family Costume will be awarded.
Saturday Nov 30 2024 - 9:00-11:30am
Enjoy a pancake breakfast, a craft, seasonal music and of course a photo with the big guy himself, Santa! Bring a phone or camera so you can take your memories with you.
$7.00/Child - Adults by Donation. Pre-register at www,oliver.ca/recreation/programs or over the phone at 250-498-4985