Canada Day Celebrations in Penticton BC

The Penticton Herald had a list of events happening July 1 for Canada Day and it seemed the central location was Gyro Park.  Camera at the ready, I sauntered down to the park to take in some of the festivities.

Entertainment was in full swing judging by the music filtering through the trees and as I entered the park, I was in the middle of throngs of people moving around and stopping at the various tents selling everything from palm readings to popcorn.

Many young families were there and a giant person decked out in maple leaves and a Canada flag for a cape, was handing out flags to eager children.

I was in time to see the end of a show by the Bahiti Belly Dancers and after that Michael Musclow on guitar. 

Quite a few people got into the spirit by wearing red and white, and sporting Canadian flags in many wild and wonderful ways.  I met a couple of women named Jo and Phyl who were obviously having fun and enjoying the day.

There were special fun things for the kids, including a climbing wall from Loco Landing, face painting and a toy store.

I wandered around for a while enjoying the festive ambiance and chatting to friends.  The day ended with a colorful fireworks display over Okanagan Lake.

Happy 144th Birthday Canada!