Penticton Trade & Convention Centre

Penticton Trade & Convention Centre is a large and flexible convention venue designed for conferences, trade shows, exhibitions, banquets and special events. The complex offers approximately 60,000 square feet of configurable space, while its main ballrooms can be combined into a 28,731-square-foot area accommodating up to around 2,700 people in selected layouts. Its single-level design and movable partitions allow the venue to adapt to events of widely varying sizes.

Inside, the centre combines large pillar-free ballrooms with smaller meeting rooms, naturally lit lobby areas and spaces for registration and social gatherings. Visitors benefit from modern audiovisual infrastructure, Wi-Fi and in-house catering, while flexible seating and room configurations make it possible to create suitable settings for conferences, exhibitions, formal dinners and other events.

The venue is located at 273 Power Street, Penticton, British Columbia, Canada. All principal event spaces are situated on the ground level, providing straightforward access to the public entrances, and more than 600 complimentary parking spaces are available around the complex for delegates and exhibitors. For a broader overview of transport within Penticton and connections between this event district and other parts of the city, see the information further down the page.

Penticton, a city set between two lakes in the heart of the South Okanagan Valley, stands out as an appealing destination for sports events, concerts, and major live entertainment. The combination of a relaxed atmosphere, scenic surroundings, and quality event venues makes it an excellent choice for visitors who want more than just a seat inside an arena or stadium. The city successfully blends entertainment, hospitality, and convenience, making every stay enjoyable for guests arriving for a single evening event as well as for those planning a longer getaway. In addition, Penticton offers a wide range of food, drink, and accommodation options, from waterfront stays to comfortable choices in quieter parts of town.

One of Penticton’s biggest advantages is how easy it is to get around and how well connected its key locations are. Local public transport operates through the South Okanagan-Similkameen Transit System, managed by BC Transit, which helps visitors reach important city areas and event venues with ease. Travellers arriving by air can rely on Penticton Regional Airport, while Kelowna International Airport is also important for broader regional connections. The main event district around the South Okanagan Events Centre and the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre is well positioned, making access, parking, and arrival planning straightforward for both local guests and visitors travelling from other parts of Canada.

Before or after an event, it is worth taking time to explore the city itself. A walk along Okanagan Lake or Skaha Lake gives Penticton its distinctive atmosphere, while Main Street and the central downtown area provide a pleasant setting for a relaxed stroll, coffee, or dinner. Penticton Channel is another standout landmark that reinforces the city’s laid-back character. It is precisely this combination of event energy and natural scenery that makes Penticton a place where attending a match or concert can easily become a complete travel experience.