What’s Happening on the Trail
From wine-paired dinners to crafting events, farm tours, and vineyard yoga, immerse yourself in the Westside Wine Trail beyond the tasting room! Our member wineries host a vibrant calendar of events throughout the year, offering something for everyone. From live music under the summer sky to educational tastings and workshops, enhance your visit with unique experiences.
Traditional Christmas Culinary Class
Indulge in classic comforts with our twist on a traditional holiday feast. Paired with our best vintages, our culinary team will guide you through the preparation of seasonal dishes that promise to enrich your holiday table with nostalgic flavors.
$185 Per Person / $169 Club Member Price
Please note - arrive by 5:30PM for Friday & Saturday Classes and 4:30PM for Sunday Classes
3rd Annual Bakers' Market
The 3rd Annual BAKERS’ MARKET is happening on Saturday, December 14th, 2024 from noon to 4 p.m at The Gallery Winery. Here’s your chance to once again get all your holiday baking done without even turning your oven on! The market will feature some of the Okanagan’s top pasty chefs, creating the best of the best holiday cookies and treats for you! Wine tastings, wine flights and wine by the bottle or glass are also available to purchase. Bring a food bank donation for a chance to win an original painting by resident artist and winery co-owner Natasha Campbell. No tickets required.
Traditional Christmas Culinary Class
Indulge in classic comforts with our twist on a traditional holiday feast. Paired with our best vintages, our culinary team will guide you through the preparation of seasonal dishes that promise to enrich your holiday table with nostalgic flavors.
$185 Per Person / $169 Club Member Price
Please note - arrive by 5:30PM for Friday & Saturday Classes and 4:30PM for Sunday Classes
Winter Wreath Workshop at Little Straw Vineyards
Create your own winter evergreen wreath in our workshop led by P.S. Florals at Little Straw Vineyards! All materials are provided, and your ticket includes a glass of wine. Take home a beautiful wreath and enjoy a cozy, festive experience with us.
Winter Wreath Workshop at Little Straw Vineyards
Create your own winter evergreen wreath in our workshop led by P.S. Florals at Little Straw Vineyards! All materials are provided, and your ticket includes a glass of wine. Take home a beautiful wreath and enjoy a cozy, festive experience with us.
Cabernet du Jour Live at Little Straw Vineyards
Live Christmas performance by Cabernet du Jour. Your ticket includes a 5oz glass of wine.
Holiday Wreath Making at The Gallery Winery
Join us on Saturday, December 7 from 2-4 pm, for a holiday wreath making class in our wine shop. Sarah from Simply Floral will help lead you in creating a beautiful and unique holiday wreath. Make the perfect accent piece to compliment your own personal style. Cost is $100 and includes all supplies and a glass of our Inspiration Sparkling Wine.
Sign Up Link for December 7, 2024 Holiday Wreath Making Class:
https://www.thegallerywinery.com/product/holiday-wreath-making-december-7-2024
Sip into the Season 2024
Sip into the Season is back again, inviting you on a festive wine journey through the Westside Wine Trail!
This annual holiday event offers a delightful Christmas tasting of two wines and a festive treat at the wineries of West Kelowna's Westside Wine Trail - all gleaming with sparkling lights and holiday decor, creating a perfect blend of Christmas cheer and renowned wine culture for everyone to enjoy. Tickets are limited - be sure to get yours before they sell out! Get your tickets here.
View the interactive Google Map here.
Everyone is welcome - only those partaking in wine tastings require a ticket.
* Attendees must be 19+ to partake in wine tasting offerings *
Light Up Party at The Gallery
Join us on Friday, December 6th from 7-10pm to watch the West Kelowna fireworks from one of the best view decks around. Dance to the music of “Velvet Ears” and enjoy a glass of our Inspiration Sparkling with a charcuterie snack from Give Them Brie while we wait for the fireworks display. Limited seats so get your tickets so as to not miss out! Cost is $45 per person. Get your tickets here!
Italian Christmas Culinary Class
Experience the magic of an Italian Christmas through a four-course dinner prepared by our culinary team. Elevate your holiday celebrations with authentic Italian flavors and timeless wines to pair.
$185 Per Person / $169 Club Member Price
Please note - arrive by 5:30PM for Friday & Saturday Classes and 4:30PM for Sunday Classes
Paint Afternoon at The Market
Unleash your inner artist! — Join us for another Paint Afternoon at The Market Cafe located at Quails’ Gate Winery.
Enjoy a social afternoon with food, drinks and painting. Each ticket includes one complementary glass of wine!
This will be a guided and interactive painting experience with a professional artist.
- Step-by-step acrylic painting instruction
- Group class environment
- Professional tips and techniques
- Your own stretched canvas, and all other art supplies
- Take your masterpiece home
Painting instruction by Georgia Dawson.
Paint & Sip Sunday - Snowy Wonderland
Head to The Gallery for an afternoon of painting a snowy wonderland. Resident artist and winery co-owner Natasha Campbell will guide you through the steps as you get inspired and enjoy a glass of our award winning Inspiration Sparkling wine. All supplies provided. Get your tickets here!
Traditional Christmas Culinary Class
Indulge in classic comforts with our twist on a traditional holiday feast. Paired with our best vintages, our culinary team will guide you through the preparation of seasonal dishes that promise to enrich your holiday table with nostalgic flavors.
$185 Per Person / $169 Club Member Price
Please note - arrive by 5:30PM for Friday & Saturday Classes and 4:30PM for Sunday Classes
LonelyCompany Live @ Little Straw
Enjoy an evening of live music at Little Straw with local artist Brian Zink. Tickets are $40 and include a glass of wine and plate of delicious Indian appetizers!
Traditional Christmas Culinary Class
Indulge in classic comforts with our twist on a traditional holiday feast. Paired with our best vintages, our culinary team will guide you through the preparation of seasonal dishes that promise to enrich your holiday table with nostalgic flavors.
$185 Per Person / $169 Club Member Price
Please note - arrive by 5:30PM for Friday & Saturday Classes and 4:30PM for Sunday Classes
Mission Hill Virtual Culinary Demonstration
Join us virtually at 5:00 pm PST for an exclusive virtual culinary experience designed to bring holiday hosting tips directly to your home! Chef Patrick Gayler will walk you through creating a perfect holiday spread, including appetizers, cheese and charcuterie boards, and a show-stopping Chestnut Brown Butter Gnocchi, while Winemaker, Dominic McCosker guides us through the perfect wine pairings featuring Exhileration Brut, Perpetua, and Terroir Syrah.
Sign up now and purchase our exclusive 3-bottle Wine Bundle to enjoy during the demonstration. As the event approaches, you'll receive a curated shopping list so you can follow along with Chef Pat, and don’t forget to invite friends and family to share in this festive experience. Make sure to gather your ingredients and get ready to bring the flavors and traditions of the winery to your holiday celebrations.
Paint & Sip Sunday - Koi Fish at The Gallery Winery
Koi Fish – November 24, 2024 from 2-4 p.m.
Join us for our Paint & Sip Sunday workshops happening every Sunday afternoon in November. By special request, we will be painting koi fish on November 24th. Resident artist and winery co-owner Natasha Campbell will guide you through the steps as you get inspired and enjoy a glass of our award winning Inspiration Sparkling wine. All supplies provided.
Sign Up Link for November 24, 2024 class:
https://www.thegallerywinery.com/product/paint-sip-sunday-november-24-2024
Holiday Wreath Making at The Gallery Winery
Join us on Saturday, November 23 from 2-4 pm, for a holiday wreath making class in our wine shop. Sarah from Simply Floral will help lead you in creating a beautiful and unique holiday wreath. Make the perfect accent piece to compliment your own personal style. Cost is $100 and includes all supplies and a glass of our Inspiration Sparkling Wine.
Sign Up Link for November 23, 2024 Holiday Wreath Making Class:
https://www.thegallerywinery.com/product/holiday-wreath-making-november-23-2024
Winter Wanderland at Quails' Gate
Join us on Saturday, November 23 & Sunday, November 24 from 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM for our annual Winter Wanderland. Guests are invited to wander the estate and immerse themselves in all kinds of holiday wonder!
The Market will be brimming with delicious food and treats to enjoy day of or to take home. Gourmet coffee, cookies, sandwiches, soups and wood-fired pizza.
Mulled wine, spiked lattés, wine by the bottle and the glass will be available for purchase and fire pits will be dispersed throughout the market area for those looking for a place to visit and mingle.
We will also have a handful of local artisans setup in the parking lot next to The Market selling their products. Inside The Market you’ll find a permanent bracelet booth from JK Schmidt on Saturday!
Some fun for kids too, there will be a special table set up with free hot chocolate, cookies and colouring.
Market Hours: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wood-Fired Pizza: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Inside the wine shop we will be offering our classic tasting with a twist! A splash of Fortified Vintage Foch and a chocolate from Karat Chocolate.
Holiday gifting has never been easier! The wine shop shelves will be filled with wine and other goodies to gift this holiday season. As a special treat we will be offering a 15% discount on all purchases, 20% off on glassware, and $25 gift cards to Old Vines Restaurant for anyone spending $250 or more.
Wine Shop Hours: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Step into a cozy winter retreat at Old Vines Restaurant! Enjoy an Outdoor Happy Hour Lounge with cozy firepits and blankets to keep warm as you sip on festive cocktails and indulge from a featured menu all while soaking in the festive Winter Wonderland atmosphere.
For those looking to dine in the restaurant, we’ll be offering our brunch menu on Saturday, Jazz Brunch & Happy Hour on Sunday as well as our evening dinner service on both days.
Old Vines Restaurant Hours: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Festival of Trees Celebration
Celebrate our 8th annual Festival of Trees at Mission Hill Family Estate. Revel in the holiday spirit at our 8th annual Festival of Trees opening with live music, mulled wine, and other holiday treats prepared by our culinary team, along with special photo opportunity with Santa Tom. This year, we're also introducing our first holiday market, showcasing a variety of local artisans with jewelry, pottery, candles, and more. The perfect way to complete your holiday gifting in one stop.
$20 per person - a percentage of proceeds go to BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Quails’ Gate 35th Anniversary 4-Course Menu
2024 marks 35 years of Winemaking Excellence at Quails’ Gate Winery and we’re inviting you to celebrate with us. Indulge in an expertly-crafted four-course menu with the option to add rare library wine pairings.
Paint & Sip Sunday - Northern Lights at The Gallery Winery
Northern Lights – November 17, 2024 from 2-4 p.m.
Join us for our Paint & Sip Sunday workshops happening every Sunday afternoon in November. Have you been able to catch sight of the Northern Light display in the Okanagan this autumn? On November 17th we will be painting a view of the beautiful aurora over the vineyard. Resident artist and winery co-owner Natasha Campbell will guide you through the steps as you get inspired and enjoy a glass of our award winning Inspiration Sparkling wine. All supplies provided.
Sign Up Link for November 17, 2024 class:
https://www.thegallerywinery.com/product/paint-sip-sunday-november-17-2024
Festive Winter Planter Workshop
Build your own custom winter planter to take home at Little Straw Vineyards. Guided by P.S. Florals, they will provide all of the materials you will need to assemble your planter! One glass of wine is provided with your ticket.
Hosting a Holiday Party Culinary Class
Elevate your holiday entertaining with our chefs as they unveil the secrets to crafting seasonal dishes perfect for celebrating in style. Learn how to host a holiday party Mission Hill Family Estate style.
$185 Per Person / $169 Club Member Price
Please note - arrive by 5:30PM for Friday & Saturday Classes.
Then & Now Masterclass Series -Maréchal Foch
Join us for a special-edition tasting experience of Quails’ Gate Maréchal Foch. Once widely planted throughout the Okanagan Valley, the Maréchal Foch grape is now grown at only a handful of wineries in the region.
An exploratory tasting flight will include current and rare library vintages of our Estate, Reserve, and Fortified Foch.
$45 per guest. Wine Club members receive 15% off this featured experience.
Led by: Sommelier Travis-Rene (T.R.) Montgomery
2024 marks 35 Years of Winemaking Excellence at Quails’ Gate. This is not only an important milestone for us but an excellent opportunity to open the Stewart Family library and celebrate the wines that got us here. Our sommelier team has carefully selected a collection of wines from the archives so you can experience the benefits of deep roots and the passage of time. Join us and savour the intricacies of each unique growing season with rare library-vintage side-by-sides.
Afternoon of Painting & Wine at The Market
Unleash your inner artist! --- Join us for our first Paint Afternoon with the Market Cafe at Quails Gate Winery in West Kelowna! Enjoy a social afternoon with food, drinks and painting - each ticket includes one complementary glass of wine. This will be a guided and interactive painting experience with a professional artist!
Paint & Sip Sunday - Entangled Hearts at The Gallery Winery
Entangled Hearts – November 10, 2024 from 2-4 p.m.
Join us for our Paint & Sip Sunday workshops happening every Sunday afternoon in November. During the November 10th class, we will be painting “entangled hearts.” Resident artist and winery co-owner Natasha Campbell will guide you through the steps as you get inspired and enjoy a glass of our award winning Inspiration Sparkling wine. All supplies provided.
Sign Up Link for November 10, 2024 class:
https://www.thegallerywinery.com/product/paint-sip-sunday-november-10-2024
Driftwood Succulent Planter Workshop at Little Straw Vineyards
This workshop provides you with the materials and step-by-step guidance to help you build your own succulent planter while enjoying some delicious wine at Little Straw!
Then & Now Masterclass Series - Noble Grapes
Join us for a special-edition tasting experience and uncover our passion for some of the world’s most coveted noble grapes. An exploratory tasting flight will include current and rare library vintages of Estate and Reserve Riesling, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir.
$45 per guest. Wine Club members receive 15% off this featured experience.
Led by: Sommelier Katrin Pottel
2024 marks 35 Years of Winemaking Excellence at Quails’ Gate. This is not only an important milestone for us but an excellent opportunity to open the Stewart Family library and celebrate the wines that got us here. Our sommelier team has carefully selected a collection of wines from the archives so you can experience the benefits of deep roots and the passage of time. Join us and savour the intricacies of each unique growing season with rare library-vintage side-by-sides.
Paint & Sip Sunday - Autumn Vineyard at The Gallery Winery
Autumn Vineyard – November 3, 2024 from 2-4 p.m.
Join us for our Paint & Sip Sunday workshops happening every Sunday afternoon in November. On the first Sunday, November 3, we will be painting an autumn vineyard, inspired by the views outside our wineshop windows. Resident artist and winery co-owner Natasha Campbell will guide you through the steps as you get inspired and enjoy a glass of our award winning Inspiration Sparkling wine. All supplies provided.
Sign Up Link for November 3, 2024 class:
https://www.thegallerywinery.com/product/paint-sip-sunday-november-3-2024