
When you first get into town, the Penticton Museum & Archives is a perfect family day activity. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Penticton and the South Okanagan through fascinating exhibits and interactive learning spaces, with tons of hands-on displays and activities for the whole family.
Who doesn’t love pizza?! Pizzeria Tratto is a great family friendly spot for dinner, featuring traditional domed forno, which churns out perfectly balanced, soft, yet charred, Neapolitan pizza. At Tratto, you can expect great local and Italian flavours, an extensive Italian wine list, classic Italian cocktails, and local craft beer.
Check into your hotel for the night, and when you book the Penticton Lakeside Resort’s Family Day Package, you can enjoy 2 hours of private access to the ice rink and fire pit with s’mores and hot chocolate.
Open daily from 7am-2pm, they’ve been awarded every year for the “Best Breakfast in Penticton,” and are a great stop for breakfast before heading up to Apex.
Bring your gear, bundle up and get up to Apex Mountain Resort, just a 40 minute drive from Penticton, for downhill skiing or snowboarding, as well as tubing and skating for a full day of family fun. Stop into the Penticton Visitor Centre before heading up to Apex and pick up our exclusive discounted Apex Adult Lift Tickets, which also offer 20% off 1 Junior OR 1 Teen Day Pass, plus 25% off ski and snowboard rentals. Bring lunch with you or take in a delicious meal at the Gunbarrel Saloon, located right at Apex Resort.
You grab a quick lunch from The Edge Bistro in the Apex Mountain Village, or have a sit-down meal at the Gunbarrel Saloon.
Your family will love hanging out at GottaGoat Farm!
Located on Green Mountain Rd, you will learn all about the animals on the farm while you cuddle up with the goats. They love having you come for a Farm Visit – just give them a call so they know to expect you!
While you’re there, make sure to ask about their seasonal Goat Yoga Classes too!
For dinner, the Barley Mill Brew Pub has a friendly atmosphere, cheerful servers and bartenders – craft beer and fun cocktails! A restaurant with homemade quality foods.
If you booked the Family Day Package at the Penticton Lakeside Resort, then enjoy a movie night in with popcorn, drinks & treats. The perfect way to end a busy day of adventure at Apex.
Everyone will enjoy Brunch at The Bench Market in Penticton! Choose from popular Brunch dishes including eggs benny, waffles, avocado toast, breakfast burrito and more.
While you’re town, cheer for our local team, the Penticton Vees, when you catch a game at the South Okanagan Events Centre!
Family Day is perfectly situated during the hockey season and our local BCHL team’s home ice in Penticton is the perfect venue to enjoy the excitement of Junior A Hockey.