Spring Events

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Spring in Kamloops is a season of vibrant events, bringing the community together with stage shows, markets, and outdoor adventures. Whether you’re looking for local shopping, family-friendly fun, or opportunities to explore the city's natural beauty, there’s something for everyone.

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Signature Events

BC Lions FanFest
May 24, 2025 | Hillside Stadium | 2:30pm-7:00pm
Join us for family fun, food & drinks, player and UPROAR appearances—and the main event: BC Lions practice! Don't forget to bring non-perishable food or cash/card donations for the Kamloops Food Bank.

Hoops in the Loops
May 31-June 1, 2025 | Victoria Street | 9:00am-4:00pm
Royal LePage’s Hoops in the Loops returns for its 5th annual 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament Fundraiser for KidSport! This 2-day event features male and female divisions from Grades 4–12, plus pro adult teams of 3–4 players. With 3-on-3 basketball rising to Olympic status, the goal is to make this a community staple.

Pride Week
Jun 9-15, 2025 | Throughout Kamloops | Times vary by event
Mark your calendars for a week-long celebration of love, joy, acceptance, diversity and inclusion, now in June to align with Pride Month!

National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration
June 21,2025 | Kamloopa Powwow Arbour | 10:00am-3:00pm
Join in the recognition and celebration of the history, heritage, resilience, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis across Canada, right here in Kamloops!

Kamloopa Powwow
June 27-29, 2025 | Kamloopa Powwow Arbour | Times vary by event

Come celebrate the 44th annual Kamloopa Powwow—a 3-day celebration of vibrant Indigenous culture at the Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Arbour. Experience powerful drumming, dancing, stunning regalia, local food, and artisan vendors, with over 500 performers from across North America.

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Outdoor Adventure

May Long BBQ at Red Collar 
May 17, 2025 | Red Collar Brewing | 12:00pm-11:00pm
May Long Weekend is around the corner, which means it's BBQ season! Red Collar will be firing up the grill on May 17th with Bison Burgers & Caesar Salad, along with Shots, Feature Brews and Cocktail Specials! Seating is first come first serve, so come early. 

Weekly Sunday Run with So Far So Good Run Crew
Every sunday | Logjam | Run starts at 9:00am
So Far So Good hits the pavement every Sunday at 9:00am from Logjam (unless otherwise stated), with routes ranging from a chill 3 km to a mighty 10 km. Whether you're chasing a new PB or just want an excuse for post-run coffee, SFSG has you covered.

Sunday Sessions at Privato Winery
Sundays starting May 18, 2025 | Privato Vineyard + Winery | 2:00pm-4:00pm
Sit back, relax and chill with a glass of wine or a chilled cider as you listen to the sweet sounds of Privato's local entertainers.  Bring the whole family, including your furry family members (leashed).  There is a vast array of picnic fare to choose from to compliment your tasty drinks.

Blackwell Dairy Run
May 25,2025 | Robert L Clemitson Elementary School | 15k walk 8:00am | 15k run 9:00am | 3k Fun Run 9:15am

Take on a scenic 15km race through Barnhartvale’s rolling hills and flats—part of the Interior Road Running Series with age group medals up for grabs. There’s also a 3km Fun Run for ages 15 and under. Registration includes a pancake breakfast from the Kamloops Paddlewheelers Lions Club and treats from Blackwell Dairy!

NorthPaws Baseball
Season runs May-August, 2025 | NorBrock Stadium | 6:35pm | 12:00pm Sundays | Gates open one hour before first pitch

Catch the Kamloops NorthPaws in action at Norbrock Stadium this summer for West Coast League baseball! Snap a pic with mascot Homer, enjoy classic ballpark snacks, and take in the Kamloops views while you cheer them on!

Sagebrush Theatre

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Arts & Culture

Exhibitions at the Kamloops Art Gallery
Daily | Kamloops Art Gallery | 10am-5pm, 10am-8pm Thursdays
Stop by to view UNFOLDING and STAIRCASES LEADING TO NOWHERE at the Kamloops Art Gallery!

Wide Angle at The Kamloops Museum
Until Sept 27, 2025 | Kamloops Museum and Archives | Tues-Sat 9:30am-4:30pm
Visit the KMA to learn about the landscape of film in Kamloops, and the landscape of Kamloops in film, alongside other permanent exhibits and Kamloops history.

Fleetwood Magic, A Fleetwood Mac Tribute
June 7, 2025 | Sagebrush Theatre | 7:30pm
Fleetwood Magic Tribute Show transports audiences in sound and time on a musical journey performing Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits from the 60’s to the 80’s. They perform in vintage costumes using period correct instrument sounds, exacting vocals and onstage character to personify this most famous line-up of Fleetwood Mac.

Riverdance 
June 17, 2025 | Sandman Centre | 7:30pm

Don't miss Riverdance 30 – The New Generation at the Sandman Centre for one night only! This special performance marks the show’s return to Canada since its 25th Anniversary Tour in 2020, blending traditional and contemporary styles with world-class dancers, musicians, and singers.

Kamloops Farmers' Market

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Markets

Blackwell Dairy Farmers Market
Every Second Sunday until September 14, 2025 | Blackwell Dairy Farm | 10:00am - 2:00pm | 9:00am - 1:00pm July 13, 27, August 10

Stop by Blackwell Dairy Farm's Farmers' Market, held every second Sunday, for a great way to shop the farm store and check out local vendors. Barns will be open to visit the milking parlour and the calf barn!

Valley Markets' Spring Pop-Ups
Jun 14, 2025 | Sahali Mall | 10am-2pm
Join in for a series of must-shop spring markets, featuring incredible vendors offering locally made trasures. Market themes include Mom's the World for Mother's Day and Grill & Thrill to kickoff summer!

Haus of Misfit Spring Pop-Up Series
May 25, 2025 | Haus of Misfit | 12pm-5pm
Shop alternative gifts and indie brands at Haus of Misfit, offering additional shopping days this spring!

Outdoor Kamloops Farmers' Market
Until Oct 25, 2025 | Downtown Kamloops | 8:30am-12:30pm SAT, 8:30am-1:30pm WED
The outdoor Kamloops Farmers' Market returns to Downtown Kamloops for another season of local produce, community arisans, home-based businesses, special music, and more!
 

Family Friendly

Europa Super Circus
May 22-25, 2025 | Aberdeen Mall | Showtimes vary

Watch high-flying aerialists, dizzying roller skaters, comedic clowns, and stuntmen all presented under a big top tent by Europe's best circus artists! This show promises to be a must see for everyone!

Sesame Street Live
June 12, 2025 | Sandman Centre | 6pm-7:30pm

Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their friends from Sesame Street are coming to Kamloops to say hello! Sing, dance, and play alongside your favourite friends where the air is sweet.

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