Kelowna named host for CCMA Awards and Country Music Week

Apr 16, 2024 | 1:45 PM

Kelowna will be Canada’s country music capital in the fall of next year.

The Canadian Country Music Association has announced that the city will be the host for Country Music Week and the CCMA Awards in September 2025.

It will be the third time Country Music Week will be hosted in B.C. and the first time in Kelowna.

Amy Jeninga, president of the Canadian Country Music Association, said they are thrilled to bring the events to the Okanagan.

“Kelowna’s blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and hospitality makes it the perfect setting for this prestigious event. The city’s unique charm, complemented by its urban energy, will showcase the best in Canadian country music,” Jeninga said.

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Mayor Tom Dyas said the event will be a natural fit.

“The city’s country music scene is a vibrant part of our community, and we look forward to showcasing our thriving cultural scene, and world-class hospitality while welcoming some of Canada’s most talented country artists,” Dyas said.

The event is supported by Tourism Kelowna, City of Kelowna, Creative BC and the Province of British Columbia.

Details about Country Music Week 2025 programming will be announced closer to the event date.

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by Pete McIntyre

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