July 31, 2024

Downtown Event Guide: August 2024

Downtown Kamloops' August forecast shows that it will be sunny with a chance of hot rods and hot ribs.

Music in the Park: July 1 - August 31

The City of Kamloops and BCLC are proud to present another great season of Music in the Park from July 1– August 31, 2024. This signature summer classic has been a part of Kamloops’ cultural and entertainment scene since 1994. The summer concert season brings a variety of blues, rock, classics, country, tribute bands, and more that will appeal to the whole family. 

Free performances take place at the Riverside Park Rotary Bandshell each evening, 7:00–8:30 pm, weather and air quality permitting. Cancellation of a show is at the discretion of the evening performer. The schedule is subject to change without notice. Parking is free at Riverside Park during July and August (except when there are special events at Sandman Centre)

Click here to see this year's lineup.

📍Riverside Park

Hot Nite in the City: August 9 & 10

Join us for the 30th annual Hot Nite in the City on August 9-10, 2024 in Downtown Kamloops!

For thirty years, Hot Nite in the City has created a downtown attraction for car enthusiasts. Six city blocks in Downtown Kamloops are closed off to allow Street Rods, Customs, American Muscle, Sport-Compact, Tuners, British, European, Asian, Collector, Vintage, Motorcycles, Race, Competition Vehicles and Big Rigs, to join us on the streets along with live music and vendors!
 

📍Victoria Street

Kamloops Ribfest: August 9 - 11

Western Canada's biggest rib festival returns to Riverside Park August 9 - 11!

Over three days in August, enjoy live entertainment, vendors, refreshments and of course, award-winning ribs from Champion Ribbers. All activities are free to enjoy, including the Family Fun Zone, which features an assortment of bouncy castles, live family entertainment, face painting, kid's games and more!

📍Riverside Park

Caribbean Food and Music Festival: August 17 & 18

The Kamloops Caribbean Cultural Society is excited to host another celebration of culture this summer. Stop by on August 17 or 18 from 11 am-9 pm for fun for the whole family. Join in the fun at Riverside Park for live bands, food trucks, contests, prizes, and more!

📍Riverside Park

Kamloops Pride Week: August 19 - 25

From August 19 to 25, 2024, celebrate joy, love, and acceptance during Pride Week, culminating in the vibrant Pride parade on the final day.

📍Various locations around Kamloops

Article written by downtownkamloops

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