5 Things To Do In The Okanagan This Winter

Festivals and outdoor fun aren’t meant just for the warmer months. If adventure in an ever-changing landscape is what you crave, Okanagan has you covered!

Here are our 5 recommendations for things to do this winter. Morningview is minutes away from all of these winter activities!

1) Have “Snow Much Fun” at the Vernon Winter Carnival
What do snow sculptures, the gold rush, and family fun park have in common? You can find them all at the Vernon Winter Carnival! This festival is on now and runs until February 12. For a full list of Carnival events, visit https://vernonwintercarnival.com/.
~ Various locations, 5-10 minutes from Morningview

2) Family Fun at Brewer’s Pond
A 2.5 acre natural rink located at SilverStar Mountain Resort, Brewer’s Pond is not to be missed this winter! Show off your best figure skating moves or play a round of pond hockey. Complete with an outdoor fire, music, and hot chocolate at Tube Town Café, there is lots to keep children and adults of all ages entertained, on and off the ice.
~ 30 minutes from Morningview

3) Ski Under the Stars at Sovereign Lake
Canada’s largest cross country ski and snowshoe club, located 20 minutes from Vernon, offers night skiing on Tuesdays-Thursdays until March 10. 5 km of trails are lit, but if you want to experience a wider variety of trails, feel free to bring a head lamp. Tickets are available for purchase here.
~ 30 minutes from Morningview

4) Get Steamy at Sparkling Hill Resort and Spa
If you’re looking for a romantic getaway, look no further than Sparkling Hill Resort and Spa. Sparkling Hill is a four-diamond European-style health and wellness resort overlooking idyllic Okanagan Lake. Special Valentine’s Day packages are available and book up quickly, click here to find out more and book your stay for Valentine’s Day or beyond!
~ 24 minutes from Morningview

5) Hit Up the Hot Sip Trail
After a day of fun in the snow, check out the après scene in Downtown Vernon. Tourism Vernon has compiled a list of cafes where you can warm up with a hot coffee, tea, and pastry. Since they are all within walking distance from each other you can try them all at once and make an evening of it, or you can choose a new location every day!
~ 7 minutes from Morningview

If a year-round active lifestyle appeals to you, be sure to check out Morningview on Middleton, which is ideally located to provide easy access to all the exciting activities the Okanagan is famous for, 365 days a year.