Kelowna Downtown
Library
1380 Ellis St.
Parking
Parking is available in the Library Plaza Parkade for $1.25 per hour on weekdays with free parking on weekends and evenings after 5:00 p.m. More downtown parking information is available here. Before you come down in the evening; check for event parking dates based on the Rockets’ schedule. Event night parking is $5.00 and a sign will be posted at the parkade entrance. Additional 4 hour parking spots are available on the bottom floor during library hours. These must be vacated when the library closes, as the gate closes shortly after that time.
Seating
Computers
Wi-Fi
Hours
| Monday: | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm |
| Tuesday: | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm |
| Wednesday: | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm |
| Thursday: | 10:00 am - 8:00 pm |
| Friday: | 10:00 am - 5:30 pm |
| Saturday: | 10:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Sunday: | Closed |
Book Drop Open Hours
The book drop is always open.
Events
Propose a Program
The Library presents many programs each year which are free and open to the public, for patrons of all ages and a wide variety of interests. Planning and publicity for library programs is conducted on a quarterly basis. Program proposals must be received by the deadlines below to be considered for a specific programming window.
October 10 for programs taking place in January – March
January 10 for programs taking place in April – June
April 10 for programs taking place in July – August
June 10 for programs taking place in September – December
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Sep
22
10:00 am
Exam invigilation booking available
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Sep
22
10:00 am
Misinformation: Can you STOP it?
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Sep
22
10:15 am
Baby Time
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Sep
22
10:45 am
Wiggles & Giggles
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Sep
22
2:00 pm
Exam invigilation booking available
View DetailsKelowna Friends of the Library are a non-profit organization formed in 1988, with a mission to raise funds to support Okanagan Regional Library including the downtown Kelowna, Mission & Rutland branches; to enhance the profile of our libraries in the community, and to increase awareness and use of library programs and services. Persons interested in libraries are encouraged to volunteer with Friends as we support ORL through our fundraising book sales and joint activities.
Kelowna Friends major fundraiser, the Great Okanagan Book Sale, takes place in Fall (October/November) each year. Smaller sale(s) may be conducted in Spring/Summer.
Funds raised significantly support Summer Reading Club and year-round programming for babies to toddlers to teens plus book clubs, workshops, guest speakers & events for adults; and go towards enhanced facilities and maker spaces. Support is provided to all ORL branches.