pAINTED TURTLE aRTISAN MARKET at the BC Wildlife Park is back this year!

Celebrate the beauty of Autumn in Kamloops with a family day of local shopping in a natural setting.  Join us for the Painted Turtle Artisan Market, this event offers the perfect opportunity to shop for locally-made, handcrafted items while surrounded by the beauty of nature and wildlife. Please note: tables and vendors may be set up both indoors and outdoors, so participants should be prepared for all weather conditions.

If you're an artisan who creates jewelry, ceramics, artwork, culinary delights, or other handcrafted items, this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your work in a vibrant, family friendly atmosphere, we encourage you apply for an opportunity to be selected as a vendor and be part of this event.

Visitors will enjoy browsing through a variety of artisan booths throughout the Park, while also enjoying animal encounters and feed talks during the day.

 

Admission Rate For this special, one day only event, visitors can enjoy a flat rate of $13.50 admission per person, applicable to all visitors age 3 and up! Admission includes access to the Painted Turtle Artisan Market, as well as animal encounters and feed talks throughout the day. Get ready and purchase your passes now. Purchase Passes

Local artisans interested in showcasing their work are invited to apply for a vendor space.

Table fees are $50.00 per table, or $55.00 if power is required. All table fees support the care and maintenance of BC’s iconic wildlife. All proceeds from vendor table fees go directly towards the ongoing care of British Columbia’s wildlife, ensuring the animals in our care receive the food, medical attention, and specialized habitats they need. By attending or participating, you’ll be supporting the important work of the BC Wildlife Park while also enjoying a day of shopping and fun.  We encourage you apply for an opportunity to be selected as a vendor and be part of this event.

 

Wildlife express All aboard! Don’t forget to ride the train while you’re visiting the Painted Turtle Artisan Market, it’ll be running from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM for just $1 (cash only).

hungry? Take a break and enjoy something delicious during your visit! Our featured food truck will be serving up great food throughout the day, and the Blue Heron Café will also be open with a selection of meals, snacks, and refreshments. Whether you're looking for lunch or a quick treat, we've got you covered.