Walsh said organizers are very encouraged by the increased response from wineries this year. The first year there were 13 wineries participating. Part of that interest might be attributed to the positive feedback from the Okanagan Wine Festival Society who say they are very impressed with the Oliver presentation, she continued. Attendance figures have increased as well, Walsh went on to say. The 900 who walked through the entrance four years ago must have spread the word, because there were 1,500 who came the next two years.
Tickets are available at the gate.
And keep those ticket stubs, everyone. There will be door prizes announced throughout the day. With more than 100 events on the schedule, this festival is sure to have something for everyone including those who prefer to celebrate close to home. In Oliver, the 20th annual festival kicks off at Jacques Neighbourhood Grill where Jacques and Suzi Guerin, and five guest winemakers, will host five evenings of exceptional dining and wine sampling. Reservations are required.