There’s something special about August in Kamloops. The days are long, the evenings are warm, and the city is alive with festivals, performances, and community celebrations. It’s the perfect time to make the most of life downtown, and if you’re one of the lucky ones who will soon be living at City Gardens, it’ll all be steps from your door.
Here’s a roundup of can’t-miss events happening this month, all within a few blocks of City Gardens:
Kamloops Komedy Festival – One Night Only
August 1 | 7 PM | Paramount Theatre
Start the month with a dose of laughter at the Kamloops Komedy Festival’s headline event, One Night Only. Canadian comedian Leland Klassen takes the stage with his signature high-energy storytelling, joined by local favourites Cliff Prang, Monique Bellamy, and Morgan Adams. A perfect way to unwind and kick off the month right, just a few blocks from your new home at City Gardens.
Kamloops Daybreak Rotary Ribfest
August 2–4 | Riverside Park
Bring your appetite! Ribfest is back for its 13th and final year! Set along the Thompson River in Riverside Park, this Kamloops favourite features award-winning ribbers, a lively Family Fun Zone, and live music all weekend long. Don’t miss the tribute bands and People’s Choice competition, all served with a side of sunshine and smoky BBQ.
Hot Nite in the City – 31st Annual Show & Shine
August 8–9 | Victoria Street
Downtown Kamloops transforms into a car enthusiast’s dream as Victoria Street fills with everything from vintage rides to supercars. Friday’s events include pedal-powered drag races and a truck light show, while Saturday’s full-scale Show & Shine stretches six city blocks. Be sure to check out “Electric Avenue” for a peek at the latest EVs and e-bikes.
Canadian Grand Masters 2025 Kamloops Dance
August 22 | 7 PM | Delta Hotel
Get ready for a night of music, movement, and community connection. Hosted by the Kamloops Fiddlers, this joyful dance evening is powered by live fiddle music, including performances from Canadian Grand Masters competitors. A high-spirited celebration of tradition, rhythm, and summer.
Canadian Grand Masters Fiddling Competition
August 23 | 12–10 PM | Sagebrush Theatre
The very next day, the music continues at Sagebrush Theatre with the prestigious Canadian Grand Masters Fiddling Competition. From jigs and reels in the afternoon to the high-energy finals in the evening, this national showcase brings together the country’s best fiddlers for a full day of toe-tapping talent.
Love Where You Live
When you call City Gardens home, you’re not just moving into a thoughtfully designed suite; you’re stepping into the energy and vibrancy of downtown Kamloops. With events like these just outside your door, August becomes more than a month; it becomes a lifestyle.
Ready to live where everything happens?
Visit our Sales Centre at 238 4th Avenue, open daily from 11 AM–3 PM, or book your private appointment today.
Let August be the month you fall in love with downtown living.
