Penticton Peach Festival

Name: Penticton Peach Festival
Start: 2026-08-05
End: 2026-08-09
Location: Penticton

The Penticton Peach Festival is a flagship five-day summertime event in British Columbia, celebrating its 79th year from August 5 to 9, 2026. Held primarily at Okanagan Lake Park, this iconic community festival features a variety of public entertainment including live music, professional demonstrations, and family-friendly activities.

Date: Aug 5-9, 2026
Location: Penticton

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Event summary

Highlights

Live music headlined by Biff Naked and Madeline Merlo
West Coast Lumberjacks and Mega Motocross demonstrations
Free community opening ceremony at Okanagan Lake Park

Affectionately known as PeachFest, this annual tradition draws large crowds to Penticton for a wide array of community-focused festivities. The 79th edition, held in 2026, features a diverse entertainment lineup including the West Coast Lumberjacks, Mega Motocross, and high-profile musical performances by artists such as Biff Naked and Madeline Merlo. The event officially begins with an opening ceremony on Wednesday evening and continues through the weekend with various scheduled public performances.

A notable change for the 2026 program is the absence of the Canadian Armed Forces’ Skyhawks parachute team and the Snowbirds air demonstration team. The Skyhawks were unable to attend due to scheduling conflicts with the Abbotsford International Airshow. Despite these program adjustments, the festival remains a cornerstone of the regional summer calendar, providing free and accessible entertainment for residents and visitors alike.

Practical details

Before attending

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