Meet In Kamloops

We're heading to Regina! 🍁

Outside The Box BC is a one-of-a-kind partnership between Kamloops, Nanaimo, and Penticton — three welcoming BC cities that work together to make conference planning simple, cost-efficient, and genuinely memorable. With one RFP, funding support, and three vibrant downtowns to choose from, we make it easy for planners to discover what BC has to offer beyond Vancouver.

This year, we're proud to be part of CanSPEP 2026 in Regina — joining a community of independent event entrepreneurs from across the country. You'll find us exhibiting on the tradeshow floor and hosting a breakfast, so come say hello and let's talk about your next event.

We can't wait to connect! 👋

Should attendees plan an extra day in Kamloops? We think yes, and here's why. 🍷

Beyond the meetings and events, the Kamloops Wine Trail offers some of BC’s most scenic and underrated tasting experiences. From the award-winning Pinot Noir at Privato Vineyard & Winery to the stunning river valley views at Monte Creek Winery, an extra 24 hours here is a total game-changer.

The best part? You don’t even have to worry about the logistics. We have 4 guided tour providers ready to lead the way:
🚐 TasteFull Excursions
🍷 DiVine Tours
🚌 Boogie Bus Shuttle
🚐 Sun Star Shuttle

Ready to extend your stay? Read our full guide to Kamloops wineries. Link in comments sections.

📷: Royce Sihlis

Venue Spotlight: Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Powwow Arbour

There are event spaces, and then there are spaces that carry meaning. Set along the South Thompson River, just 10 minutes from downtown and uptown Kamloops hotels is the Powwow Arbour.

The Arbour is home to the Kamloopa Pow Wow, one of the largest celebrations of Indigenous culture and heritage in Western Canada.

Covered seating offers some shelter, but the Arbour is an outdoor venue at heart - open to the sky, the river breeze, and the elements. There is no other space like it in Kamloops.

📷: Mary Putnam

Meet in Kamloops warmly welcomes the Pacific Mountain Region of the United Church of Canada to the TRU Conference Centre for their Annual General Meeting, June 3-7.

📷: Boom Business Solutions

If you're already thinking about 2026 and 2027 events - great. You're our kind of planner. 🗓️

Kamloops, Nanaimo and Penticton are BC's meeting sweet spots with walkable downtowns, mid-sized conference venues, authentic local experiences, and funding support to help make your event a reality.

And the best part? You only need to submit one RFP to explore all three.

While everyone else is still scrambling to lock in big-city dates, you could already have three vibrant BC cities working for you.

We're rolling out the welcome mat! 🎉

The Outdoor Recreation Council of BC Conference is touching down in Kamloops from May 20–22, hosted at the TRU Conference Centre.

Welcome to Kamloops. We're glad you're here.

📷: Dylan Sherrard |