Why Kamloops

In Kamloops, everyone gets to play like a local. Here, spontaneity reigns, every street and trail are yours to explore, and wrong turns often lead to the greatest discoveries. Kamloops is the place where real places and rough edges are embraced. So if you're looking for polish and flash, you're in the wrong valley. Whether you want to test the limits of your mountain bike alongside rustic hoodoos, birdie (or bogey) your way across award-winning courses, or hike and taste wine at new heights, Kamloops has what you crave. So come as you are, play in our weird and awesome backyard, and let curiosity be your compass.

 

The Facts

At just under 100,000 people, some say Kamloops is the perfect sized city.  We’re small enough to allow attendees to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city and focus on the task at hand, but still large enough to have all the big city amenities meeting planners are looking for. Meeting venuesmarketing assistance, and an extensive list of service providers are ready and waiting for you.

Our close-knit community is so proud of the Arts and Culture scene that has transpired in the last 20 years, and the fantastic outdoor adventure we have right in town. These activities will provide your attendees with fun, quirky, outdoorsy team building and social activities. 

In most cases, you can get anywhere in the city in under 15 minutes. 

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Excellent accommodations + suppliers

With over 2,000 rooms, Kamloops has accommodations to meet everyone’s personal style and budget.  Let our wide-range of experienced service providers show you how easy it is to get the one-of-a-kind meeting experience you want.

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UNIQUE ATTRACTIONS

Kamloops is home to unique, and wonderful attractions. With endless hiking trails and 100 lakes within an hour of City Centre, we have endless hours of adventure for your group. Connect with our partners! They are happy to assist with the planning of your group activities!

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URBAN MEETS RUGGED

Our backyard is a mix of rolling grasslands, sandstone slot canyons, hoodoos, and a whole lot of sagebrush. It’s weird, awesome and unique. Our big city amenities, and outdoor adventure live side by side.

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We Know How to Host

The City of Kamloops Brand Statement is ‘Canada’s Tournament Capital.’ That is not a meeting, but that is a lot of hosting a lot of hotel rooms, and a lot of organization that we are good at as a community.

Just check out the provincial, national and international events we have hosted, and continue to host with a welcoming pride that has been noticed time and time again. 

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Ready to start planning?

Visit our plan page to get you started on planning your meeting or event in Kamloops.

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Roxanne Kennedy

Business Events + Conferences Restart Specialist

Roxanne is the face of the business event restart program for the Kamloops area. If you have a business event, opportunity or an idea, she would love to chat.

Lisa Strachan

Director, Destination
Development + Travel Trade

Lisa is the front-runner of destination development, travel trade, sports and meetings.

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