Vernon · Okanagan
Paddlewheel Hall
A beautiful and functional waterfront gathering place on Okanagan Lake
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a community hall in the Okanagan
7813 Okanagan Landing Road, Vernon, BC — A picturesque waterfront hall on Okanagan Lake for weddings and celebrations
the story
Paddlewheel Hall is the rentable event space operated by the Okanagan Landing Community Association, set within Paddlewheel Park on the shore of Okanagan Lake in Vernon, BC. The association describes the hall as a beautiful and functional meeting place available for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, reunions and other gatherings, with a lakeside setting that offers stunning views and a serene atmosphere for celebrations.
The hall itself can accommodate up to 200 guests, with the site noting 150 guests for events that include both dining and dancing. A recently renovated, fully equipped kitchen supports catering needs, and a waterfront patio extends the space outdoors — the association suggests it for cocktail hours or outdoor ceremonies. The venue and its parking are described as accessible, with an accessible washroom located in the foyer, and ample parking is available for guests.
Beyond the hall, Paddlewheel Park adds family-friendly amenities that couples can build into their day: a sandy beach that doubles as a photo backdrop, a children's play area, a picnic pavilion, sports courts and a boat launch. The association notes that guests can even arrive by water or arrange a lake cruise. The site has deep local history — what began over a century ago as a shipbuilding facility and a bustling centre of commerce has become a community gathering space, with the nearby Station House Museum telling that story.
The association positions Paddlewheel Park as an affordable option, citing reasonable rental rates for a waterfront setting. Bookings and rate details are handled directly through the association by phone at (250) 542-2500 or via its rental inquiry email. Many couples find that a quiet walk of the grounds tells them more than any brochure could.
where it happens
| Space | Seated | Standing | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paddlewheel HallThe main rentable hall, described as a beautiful and functional meeting place for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays and reunions, with space for dining and dancing and an adjoining renovated kitchen. | 150 | 200 | Indoor |
| Waterfront PatioAn outdoor patio overlooking Okanagan Lake, suggested by the venue for cocktail hours or outdoor ceremonies. | — | — | Outdoor |
the practical part
eat, drink & be married
the details
the little things
asked & answered
The hall can accommodate up to 200 guests maximum, or 150 guests for events that include both dining and dancing.
Yes. The venue highlights a waterfront patio overlooking Okanagan Lake as being well suited to outdoor ceremonies or cocktail hours.
Yes. The association states that both the venue and the parking are accessible, and there is an accessible washroom in the foyer.
Yes. The kitchen was recently renovated and is described as fully equipped to handle all culinary needs. The site does not specify whether you must use a particular caterer.
Plenty of parking is available on site, and the parking area is described as accessible.
Paddlewheel Park is family friendly and includes a sandy beach, a children's play area, a picnic pavilion, sports courts and a boat launch. The beach also makes a scenic backdrop for photos.
Yes. The park has a boat launch, and the association notes that guests can arrive by water or arrange a lake cruise as a unique addition to the event.
Bookings and rental inquiries are handled directly by the Okanagan Landing Community Association by phone at (250) 542-2500 or through the rental inquiry email listed on their site. Specific rates are not published online, though the association describes its rental rates as reasonable and affordable.
a closer look
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