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Here's what's happening this weekend in Penticton

'Magic on Main Street' returns to the city's downtown core for the second year in a row
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Santa and Mrs. Claus wave to the many people on Main Street during the annual Downtown Penticton Association Santa Clause Parade. The parade takes place on Dec. 1, starting at 4 p.m. Western News file photo

The final days of November are here, and there's lots to do and see in Penticton.

Here's what's happening on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1:

OSNS showcase event at Cherry Lane (Nov. 30)

The OSNS Child and Youth Development Centre wraps up its two-month-long Share a Smile Fall Fundraising Campaign with an event at Cherry Lane Shopping Centre on Saturday, Nov. 30.

Featuring dance performances, musical theatre and special guests, the event will run from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

The centre, which supports children and youth with developmental needs, has been accepting donations from the community for two months as it marks the more than 40-year fundraising campaign.

Freestyle Motocross World Tour (Nov. 30)

"Gravity-defying stunts" will be on display at the South Okanagan Events Centre on Saturday night, as the Freestyle Motocross World Tour comes to town.

Those who purchased their tickets before Nov. 1 will receive free pit passes, giving them exclusive access to the riders and a pit party from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

The main show kicks off at 6 p.m.

'Sprinkle of Magic' in downtown Penticton (Nov. 30)

The Downtown Penticton Business Improvement Association brings a "Sprinkle of Magic" to the city on Saturday.

The event starts at 4 p.m. and will feature festive activities, holiday-shopping opportunities and photos with Santa Claus.

'Magic on Main Street' (Dec. 1)

A Santa Claus parade and community light-up headline festivities in Penticton on Sunday as "Magic on Main Street" returns for the second year in a row.

Featuring dozens of holiday-themed floats, the beloved Santa Claus Parade will kick off at 4:45 p.m. It will begin at White Avenue, before heading north along Main Street toward Lakeshore Drive.

An official light-up reveal at Gyro Park will follow at 6 p.m., with live music and photos with Santa.

West Kelowna artist plays at Cannery (Dec. 1)

West Kelowna musician Bran Sanders performs on Sunday inside Cannery Brewing's taproom.

Wine and oyster features will be available during the show, which runs from 5 to 7 p.m.

There is no cover charge.



Logan Lockhart

About the Author: Logan Lockhart

I joined Black Press Media in 2021 after graduating from a pair of Toronto post-secondary institutions and working as a sports reporter for several different outlets.
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