On December 3, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Downtown Kelowna will officially kick-off the holiday season with exciting events throughout the community (see full listing of events). While you are downtown enjoying the festivities be sure to stop by the Laurel Packinghouse to warm up with some hot apple cider! Step inside and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the holidays while you peruse the Okanagan Wine and Orchard Museum. Shopping for holiday gifts? Checkout the Laurel Shop for unique made-in-Okanagan gift ideas. Have some fun with the family by making your very own crafty holiday cards using home-made apple stamps.