ACTIVITIES
PERFORMANCES & SHOWS
Rita Baga : Le Drag Show - $
Moulin Rouge x Femme Fatale - $
Inspired Word Cafe
Lake on top of the Hill
Sing
Enchanted Stories
RITA BAGA : LE DRAG SHOW
Get ready for an unforgettable experience with the sensational Franco-Canadian Diva, Rita Baga!
After being a finalist on Canada's Drag Race and Canada's Drag Race: Canada vs. the World, as well as hosting and being the head judge on Drag Race Belgique, Rita will take the stage at the Mary Irwin Theatre for an exceptional evening: "Le Drag Show".
Joining her for this special event are equally dazzling local drag artists, Freida Whales and Ella Lamoureux. Don't miss this unique showcase of talent and glamour.
"Le Drag Show" is presented by the Centre Culturel Francophone de l'Okanagan and Espaces francophones. The show is presented in English with sprinkles of French.
ARTISTS : Rita Baga, Freida Whales et Ella Lamoureux
WHEN : 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
WHERE : Mary Irwin Theatre inside the Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston Avenue.
PRICE : $35 + taxes + tickets fees
13 +
MOULIN ROUGE X FEMME FATALE
Dive into the enchanting atmosphere of the Moulin Rouge during this dance party, enhanced by the performances of the local Femme Fatale troupe. Let yourself be carried away by the passion that will transport you into the elegance of a Parisian cabaret.
ARTISTS : Femme Fatale & DJ Daddy
WHEN : 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. - 1st performance by Femme Fatale at 11 p.m.
WHERE : Centre Culturel Francophone de l’Okanagan, 702 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna
PRICE : $15-30 + GST
19 + | bar on site
INSPIRED WORD CAFE
This year, the Inspired Word Cafe is partnering with Nuit Blanche to offer you an abundance of inspiring performances, where words blend with emotion, creating a rich and profound experience.
ARTISTS : Frantic, The Poetry Elf, KENDONTCRY
WHEN : 9 to 10:30 p.m.
WHERE : Centre culturel francophone de l’Okanagan, parking lot | 702, Bernard Avenue
FREE
19+ | bar on site
NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM
Did you know that things change at night? See it for yourself by visiting the Heritage Museum in a nocturnal atmosphere. Embark on a quest to discover the hidden treasures of the Heritage Museum.
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : Heritage Museum, 470 Queensway
FREE
Family Friendly
NEON WINDMILLS
Join this creative workshop where the dance of the wind merges with the glow of the night. In this immersive experience, you will delve into the art of crafting enchanting illuminated wind catchers, letting your imagination run wild to bring sparkling artworks to life.
WHEN : 6 pm to midnight
WHERE : in front of the Military Museum - 1424, Ellis street.
FREE
Family Friendly
COLLECTIVE STORY
Once upon a time...
Let your literary and artistic imagination steer the course of the story. Join us to contribute your personal touch to the progression of this tale, and together, let the boundaries of imagination fade away before our unrestrained creativity.
WHEN : 6 p.m. to midnight
WHERE : Library Plaza, 1380, Ellis Street.
FREE
Family Friendly
ENCHATED STORIES
Admire this light installation made of books. If you are attentive, you may also be lucky enough to be graced by the book fairies who will read to you.
Artists : Véronique Trudel & Émilie Leblanc Kromberg
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : Outside the Tourism Centre Kelowna, 238 Queensway, Beach Side
FREE
Family Friendly
BUTTON WORKSHOP
Take a pause during the night to craft and customize your macaron, displaying your colors for Nuit Blanche. Let your creativity flow to create something that truly reflects your essence.
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : Outside the Tourism Centre Kelowna, 238 Queensway
FREE
Family Friendly
DOUGH SCULPT
Nuit Blanche focuses on creativity and the development of various forms of art. For this special evening, we invite you to revisit a beloved art from our childhood: clay modeling. Whether young or young at heart, we'll be tapping into your inner child.
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : Outside the Tourism Centre Kelowna, 238 Queensway
FREE
Family Friendly
CES LIEUX AUTRES - LAURENCE BELZILE
Come and meet the artist during her exhibition, Ces lieux autres.
Her work evokes the moving colours of vegetation, the diversity of organic forms, and the multiplicity of natural light.
Artist : Laurence Belzile
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : The Alternator Centre, 421 Cawston Avenue
FREE
Family Friendly
‘‘CAT CAT CAT’’
In this work, Christine D'Onofrio examines the way society views and imposes stereotypes on women. In this case, a white female spinster, crazy cat lady, pseudo-feminist icon.
Presented by the Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art.
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : The Alternator Centre, 421 Cawston Avenue
FREE
Family Friendly
CHROMATIC FOOD
When necessity becomes art. Take part in the creation of a food mural while connecting the colors of your donation with those of others.
To participate in this activity, please bring one or more non-perishable food items with you. All items will later be collected and donated to the Central Okanagan Food Bank.
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston Avenue, Outside
FREE
Family Friendly
VANDAL
The irony in Nuit Blanche is that the night is anything but the colour white.
Let your inner vandal free by adding a splash of colour to Nuit Blanche.
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston Avenue, Outside
FREE
Family Friendly
ADD-ONS
Why start from a blank canvas when you could breathe new life into an old work of art?
You are invited to give free reign to your imagination and leave your mark on different retro paintings.
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston Avenue
FREE
Family Friendly
1990 EXPERIENCE : HOPE
Get ready for a gallery that explores the UK rave scene, the fall of the Berlin Wall, transition in Romania and the end of Apartheid in South Africa.
ARTIST : Dr. Raluca Fratiloiu, Okanagan College
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : Rotary Centre for the Arts, 421 Cawston Avenue, Outside
FREE
Family Friendly
PLUMES - POETIC EXHIBITION WITH L'ANSE-AU-SABLE
Discover the poetic talent of the students from L'Anse-au-Sable during this exhibition simply titled "Plumes."
Throughout the month of September, they had the opportunity to explore their creativity through words and create this poetic exhibition that reflects their inner light.
WHEN : 6 pm to midnight
WHERE : Library Plaza, 1380, Ellis Street.
FREE
Family Friendly
LAKE ON TOP OF THE HILL
This immersive experience invites reflection and exploration of our inner selves and the ways in which we communicate with others.
ARTISTS : Jessie Rivest, Andrew Stauffer & Eliseo Santillan
WHEN : 7:30 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : Downtown Library, 1380, Ellis Street.
FREE
Family Friendly
SING - KARAOKE
Do you have the voice of Céline Dion?
No matter your vocal abilities, come sing your favourite classics during this festive karaoke evening.
WHEN : 6 to 9 p.m.
WHERE : Centre culturel francophone de l’Okanagan, parking | 702 Bernard Avenue
FREE
Family Friendly
YOU’VE GOT MAIL
Take a moment in the evening to explore the Wall of Conversations. Our envelopes hold intriguing questions. Answer them with a friend... or a stranger.
Step in, get comfortable, and engage in captivating discussions.
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : Centre culturel francophone de l’Okanagan, basement | 702 Bernard Avenue
FREE
Family Friendly
IN THE STYLE OF KEITH HARING - EXHIBITION WITH L’ANSE-AU-SABLE
Explore the works of the students from L'Anse-au-Sable School in the exhibition "In the Style of Keith Haring."
The exhibition will showcase their talent, creativity, and personal interpretation of Keith Haring's vibrant and bold aesthetic. Each piece will reflect both the artist's influence and the unique collective touch of the students, providing a visually captivating experience for visitors. Come and admire these original creations that testify to the inspiration and talent of the young artists from L'Anse-au-Sable School.
WHEN : 6 to 11 p.m.
WHERE : Centre culturel francophone de l’Okanagan, basement | 702 Bernard Avenue
Family Friendly
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