Events

Each year CRIS hosts a variety of events within the community to raise funds and awareness of our programs and their impacts.

Our vision is to create an inclusive world where all people are able to experience the therapeutic benefits of outdoor recreation. This can only be done with the support and involvement of community.
Join us in making this vision a reality by attending, sponsoring, or volunteering at one of our awesome events!



Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
Dec 27 & 28th, 2024

Join us for a showing of award winning outdoor films

CRIS Adaptive is hosting the 2024 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour. With three showings and two different film selections there will be films for everyone; to inspire adventure, to showcase diversity of the natural landscapes and those who recreate, to educate and empower about the outdoors, and to simply laugh and enjoy.

Dates: December 27th – 6:30pm (Adventure film selection)
December 28th – 1:30pm (Advocacy film selection)
December 28th – 6:30pm (Adventure film selection)
Location: Kelowna Community Theatre, 1375 Water Street Kelowna

Tickets: $40 (including fees)

Boucherie Grind – June 22 2025


Join us for the most impactful trail race in the Okanagan


On June 22, 2025 The Boucherie Grind trail race will return to raise funds for CRIS Adaptive. Run or hike single or multiple laps up the scenic and challenging Boucherie Rush trail in support of adaptive and inclusive outdoor recreation programs. In addition there is an event village showcasing adaptive outdoor equipment, firefighter challenges, music, games, food trucks, and more! This family friendly event is suited for everyone and is something you won’t want to miss.


Date: June 22, 2025
Time: 9:00am Race Start (Event village open until 1:00pm)
Location: Mount Boucherie Secondary School, 2751 Cameron Road, West Kelowna

Polar Bear Dip – Jan 1, 2025


Ring in the New Year with a polar plunge in Okanagan lake and be #freezinforareason

On January 1st, 2025 join CRIS Adaptive and hundreds of vibrant community members on the shores of Tugboat Beach to take part in the 10th annual Kelowna Polar Bear Dip.

All proceeds from this event go directly towards CRIS Adaptive and supporting adaptive, accessible, and inclusive recreation programs for people of all ages living with disabilities throughout the Okanagan. 


Date: January 1st, 2025

Time: 1:00-2:30pm (Dip at 2pm sharp, come early for registration!)

Tickets: $15 (all proceeds go towards CRIS Adaptive programming)

Location: Tugboat Beach, Waterfront Park, Kelowna


CRIS Adaptive Amazing Race


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