Events

Discover a one-of-a-kind destination where history and creativity come to life. From aviation-themed events to unique gatherings of all kinds, our venue offers the perfect setting for memorable experiences. Whether you’re celebrating, exploring, or learning, our events are designed to leave a lasting impression to visitors of all ages.

Little Aviators StorytimeUpcoming Events

Little Aviators Storytime

When: Every 3rd Thursday of the month, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AMWhere: KF Centre for Excellence, Kelowna BC Welcome to…
Emma JonesEmma JonesSeptember 19, 2025 Read More
CAHS National Convention & Aviation Cultures Conference Coming to Kelowna in 2026EventsUpcoming Events

CAHS National Convention & Aviation Cultures Conference Coming to Kelowna in 2026

We’re thrilled to share that the KF Centre for Excellence will host the Canadian Aviation Historical Society (CAHS) National Convention…
Emma JonesEmma JonesJuly 22, 2025 Read More

Previously Hosted by KF Centre for Excellence

Mosquito Engine Run – Friday, January 16Past Events

Mosquito Engine Run – Friday, January 16

A Rare Aviation Moment at the KF Centre for Excellence Few aircraft in history carry the legacy, innovation, and legend…
Emma JonesEmma JonesJanuary 9, 2026 Read More
YLW Fall Travel Show at the KF Centre for Excellence (Free Admission)Past Events

YLW Fall Travel Show at the KF Centre for Excellence (Free Admission)

When: Saturday, October 4, 2025 • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Where: KF Centre for Excellence, 5800 Lapointe Dr., Kelowna, BCAdmission:…
Emma JonesEmma JonesSeptember 26, 2025 Read More
Tim Hortons BC Chip & Sip at KF Centre for ExcellencePast Events

Tim Hortons BC Chip & Sip at KF Centre for Excellence

September 19–20, 2025 | In support of Tim Hortons Foundation Camps The Tim Hortons BC Chip & Sip is back…
Emma JonesEmma JonesSeptember 8, 2025 Read More
Canadian Wildfire Conference 2025 Kelowna at the KF Centre for ExcellencePast Events

Canadian Wildfire Conference 2025 Kelowna at the KF Centre for Excellence

October 1–2, 2025 | Kelowna, BC The KF Aerospace Centre for Excellence is proud to host the Canadian Wildfire Conference…
Emma JonesEmma JonesSeptember 8, 2025 Read More
TOTA AGM & Summit 2025 at the KF Centre for ExcellencePast Events

TOTA AGM & Summit 2025 at the KF Centre for Excellence

The KF Centre for Excellence is proud to host the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association’s 2025 AGM & Summit, a two-day…
Emma JonesEmma JonesSeptember 3, 2025 Read More
Haul for Hope Lands in Kelowna – Pulling Together for Patients in NeedPast Events

Haul for Hope Lands in Kelowna – Pulling Together for Patients in Need

On September 18, 2025, the KF Centre for Excellence will proudly host Haul for Hope — a high-energy aviation challenge…
Emma JonesEmma JonesAugust 15, 2025 Read More
Wings & WheelsPast Events

Wings & Wheels

A celebration of aviation, automobiles, and community - all in support of future aviators. On Saturday, August 23, the skies…
Emma JonesEmma JonesAugust 14, 2025 Read More
ConneXpo 2025: Celebrating Business, Innovation, and Community at the KF Centre for ExcellenceEventsPast Events

ConneXpo 2025: Celebrating Business, Innovation, and Community at the KF Centre for Excellence

On July 24, 2025, the KF Centre for Excellence is proud to welcome the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce and its…
Emma JonesEmma JonesJuly 14, 2025 Read More
Vertical MRO Conference – Lands at KF Centre for ExcellencePast Events

Vertical MRO Conference – Lands at KF Centre for Excellence

KF Aerospace Centre for Excellence is proud to host Vertical MRO Conference, an event dedicated exclusively to Maintenance, Repair, and…
Emma JonesEmma JonesJune 26, 2025 Read More
Kelowna café and museum offer families a taste of aviation this summer!EventsPast Events

Kelowna café and museum offer families a taste of aviation this summer!

The Convair Café and KF Centre for Excellence aviation exhibit launch Summer Saturdays, featuring a free kid’s meal and passport…
Emma JonesEmma JonesJune 2, 2025 Read More
Celebrating Women in AviationEventsPast Events

Celebrating Women in Aviation

Join us on March 4 for an evening with industry leaders. Hear their career journeys and insights, followed by a…
Emma JonesEmma JonesApril 4, 2025 Read More
Triumph & Tragedy: The Tale of WWII’s Most Accomplished Bomber, Mosquito ‘F for Freddie’.EventsPast Events

Triumph & Tragedy: The Tale of WWII’s Most Accomplished Bomber, Mosquito ‘F for Freddie’.

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the KF Centre for Excellence as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE…
Emma JonesEmma JonesApril 4, 2025 Read More
Legendary Speaker SeriesEventsPast Events

Legendary Speaker Series

Cold War Reflections, Colonel (Ret’d) Phil Engstad M.S.M. CD Colonel Engstad grew up in Burns Lake BC and later moved to…
Emma JonesEmma JonesMarch 4, 2025 Read More