Parks, Recreation & Culture

Parks & Recreation

Greater Vernon Parks, Recreation and Culture manages parks, trails and recreation for much of the North Okanagan area, including the District of Coldstream.

There are programs for all age groups, from preschool and youth to adults.  Programs range from gym classes to swimming, climbing and kayaking, gardening, fencing, karate, outdoor adventure camps, dancing, skateboarding, sailing, dog training, and numerous other activities.  Visit the Parks & Recreation website for more information.

The Recreation Complex houses two gymnasiums, an ice arena, a curling rink, an auditorium, a seniors’ centre, an outdoor skating rink in the winter and a skateboard park in the summer as well as the aquatic centre.  

You can book any of the four arenas by phoning (250) 542-5623 or visit the Wesbild Centre website.

Looking for a designated park for you and your dog, or wanting to rent a park for your group picnic or ball fields to run a tournament?  Parks & Recreation can help you out! 

Click here to access additional information regarding parks in the Greater Vernon area. 

Want to travel further afield?  Check out the cycling routes and hiking trails in the great North Okanagan:

• Cycling routes and hiking trails
• Cycling routes
• Commuter bike routes map
• Trails
• Hikes in the Greater Vernon area

Greater Vernon Parks and Recreation maintains several beach parks on Okanagan Lake and Kalamalka Lake that offer excellent swimming opportunities and beach volleyball.

Culture

The Performing Arts Centre is a Regional District facility and is operated through an agreement with the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre Society.  For tickets and other information, call 250‑549‑7469.  Also visit the Ticketseller website.

You might also want to check out the Community Recreation and Culture Directory listing a wide variety of leisure activities and organizations.

Contact Information:

Recreation Complex:
3310 37th Avenue, Vernon BC V1T 2Y5

Administration & General Information
Phone: (250) 545-6035
Fax: (250) 545-3752

Schedule for Pool, Drop-In Gym Programs, Fitness & Weight Room:
(250) 545-4896
Greater Vernon Parks and Recreation website

Arenas > Recreation Excellence:
(250) 542-5623
Multiplex website

Performing Arts Centre:
(250) 549-7469
Ticketseller website

 

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