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FAQs
Q: Where is Penticton?
A: Penticton sits between Okanagan Lake and Skaha Lake in the beautiful southern Okanagan Valley.
Q: How do I get to Penticton?
A: Penticton airport receives three flights a day from Vancouver and is home to many private companies that service charter flights and scenic flights. Highway 97 is the major north/south highway from the Canada/US border to Central British Columbia and it passes through Penticton. Highway 3 is the major east/west highway and passes just to the south of Penticton where it connects with highway 97.
Q: When is Penticton Peach Festival held?
A: Penticton Peach Festival always begins the Wednesday after the BC long weekend, so in 2012 that’s August 8, and in 2013 it will be August 7. Penticton Peach Festival runs for five days, Wednesday to Sunday, from 11 am to 11 pm.
Q: Where in Penticton will I find the festival?
A: Penticton Peach Festival is held in several locations within Penticton. The main stage and vendors are located in Okanagan Lake Park. The Aboriginal Cultural Village is held in Gyro Park on Friday and Saturday. Shooting Star Amusements are located in Rotary Park and information on prices can be found on their website: www.shootingstar.ca. All these parks are nearby each other.
The sandcastle competition is held on Thursday afternoon at Skaha Beach. The sandcastle competition is sponsored by the Skaha Rotary Club and information can be obtained by visiting their website: www.pentictonrotarysandcastle.com.
Square dancers enjoy dancing in Okanagan Lake Park on the first four mornings of the festival, and they move to the Seniors' Drop-in Centre on Skaha Lake Road for the afternoon and evening.
Q: What does Peach Festival cost?
A: We do not charge an entry fee to any of the parks.
Q: Is seating and shade provided?
A: We encourage all visitors to wear sun screen, a sun hat and bring a lawn chair. However, we do rent tables and chairs and, thanks to Valley First Credit Union and Prospera Credit Union, we're able to offer their tents for shade.
Q: Can I bring my dog to Peach Festival?
A: Well behaved dogs are allowed in all City of Penticton parks. They must, however, be on a leash and you must pick up their poop. Many dogs are frightened or confused by the people and noise of the festival, if your dog is one of these please leave him/her at home where s/he'll sleep safe and sound till you return. As always, you are responsible for any aggression/attitude your dog displays to people and/or dogs.
Q: Where can I park?
A: Penticton is a very walkable city. We encourage you to leave the car at home and walk to the various sites and/or use public transit. Unfortunately, public transit does not run a full evening service and you'll probably need your car to get home after the evening shows. Click here for a map of Penticton's parking areas.
Q: Where are the nearest hotels, motels and campgrounds?
A: Penticton & Wine Country Tourism can answer all your accommodation questions, visit their website at: www.tourismpenticton.com
Q: Do you sell fresh local peaches at Peach Festival?
A: Sorry, we do not sell peaches, though we do our best to have some to hand out for free. However, the Okanagan Valley is well known for its roadside fruit and vegetable stands, you won't have to drive far to find one that has all you desire.
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