How to Find the SOEC

The South Okanagan Events Centre is located at 853 Eckhardt Ave West, Penticton, BC and has convenient access to Hwy 97 and public transportation.

Driving Directions from Penticton Airport

Take Hwy. 97 North (turn left at light on Airport Rd.)  then left onto the Channel Parkway (Hwy. 97.) At the third intersection, Eckhardt Ave West,  turn left  onto Eckhardt and we are at 854 Eckhardt Ave West on  your right hand side. (Approximately 10 minutes)

Driving Directions from Kelowna International Airport

Turn left on to Hwy. 97 at first lights out of airport. Follow 97, which turns into Harvey Street, go through Kelowna and over the William R. Bennett Bridge. Follow Hwy 97 South to Penticton, Turn Left on Alberni for parking or turn left at the Power St. intersection for alternate entrances to the SOEC. Approximately 1 hour drive.

Driving Directions from Vancouver

Take Hwy. 1 (east bound) to Hwy. 5 (Coquihalla Connector).  then onto Hwy. 97C to Hwy 97 south to Penticton. 414 km (approximately 4 1/2 hours)
Or there is a second route you can take. It's a bit longer, but a nice scenic drive.
Take Hwy. 1 to Hwy. 3 then onto Hwy. 3A(Hope/Princeton) to Hwy. 97 north to Penticton.
394 km  (5 hours)