P: The 7th Annual Osoyoos Oyster Festival - April 18-22 2018

array( '1.head' => 'The 7th Annual Osoyoos Oyster Festival - April 18-22 2018', '2.body' => array( '1.div' => array( '1.div' => array( '1.div' => 'Osoyoos Oyster Festival', '2.div' => 'April 18th - 22nd, 2018', ), '2.div' => array( '1.div' => 'The Osoyoos Oyster Festival is the South Okanagan’s Premier Wine & Seafood Event', '2.div' => 'The 2018 Osoyoos Oyster Festival will be happening from April 18th – 22nd, showcasing Osoyoos and the South Okanagan as a premier destination for everything Oysters! Enjoy first-class dining experiences, sample Oysters from around the world, sip award winning wine, cider, beer, and spirits, all while celebrating in an event unlike any other.', ), '3.div' => '2018 FESTIVAL LINEUP:', '4.div' => array( '1.div' => array( '1.p' => array( 1 => 'Kick off Oyster Fest weekend with the Beach BBQ & Brews Festival! Join us on the', 2 => 'for a BBQ style buffet while you sip some of the South Okanagan’s best Brews, Craft Ciders and a signature Canadian Whiskey cocktail.', ), '2.p' => array( 1 => 'Featuring the best of East & West Coast seafood, fresh Oysters from', 2 => ', and traditional BBQ fare. Receive a complimentary tasting glass upon arrival.', ), '3.p' => 'Shuttle service to and from the event is included in the ticket price. Please see below for shuttle details.', '4.h3' => 'Tickets: $65', ), '2.div' => array( '1.p' => array( 1 => 'Being held on the patio and courtyard of', 2 => 'with an incredible view of Osoyoos Lake, the Osoyoos Oyster Festival Deep Sea Garden Party is unlike any other event in the festival. Sample amazing culinary delights from under the sea and sip exceptional wine and beer from our local wineries and craft breweries. Once again we are honoured to have special guest', 3 => '” in attendance. Patrick is a former World Champion Oyster Shucker and owner of The Ceili Cottage Restaurant in Toronto. He will be shucking fresh oysters, courtesy of', 4 => ', alongside', 5 => 'and', 6 => ', both visiting from Vancouver Island. Roasted pork will also be available courtesy of Jesse Croy of', 7 => '. New this year is the addition of the Garden Market. Local vendors will be offering samples as well as products for sale  including a Pint o’ Prawns featuring BC spot prawns.', ), '2.p' => 'Receive your complimentary Osoyoos Oyster Festival Wine Glass upon arrival to the event. Non-alcoholic beverages are available.', '3.p' => 'Shuttle service to and from the event is included in the ticket price. Please see below for shuttle details.', '4.h3' => array( 1 => 'Tickets: $60 for adults', 2 => '$25 for Youth', 3 => '(One child under the age of 10 admitted free with each adult)', ), ), '3.div' => array( '1.p' => array( 1 => 'Incredible oyster creations will be served from local restaurants by our local chefs, as well as fresh shucked oysters and charcuterie offerings all evening as well as wine samples from the area’s award winning wineries, all happening at', 2 => '. Special guest', 3 => ', former World Champion Oyster Shucker and owner of The Ceili Cottage Restaurant in Toronto, will once again be making the trip west and be shucking fresh oysters, courtesy of', 4 => '. Guests are encouraged to come in costume, there will be awards for Best Costume as well as Best Dish and Best Pairing. Reception 6pm-7pm – join us in the courtyard for wine tastings and light canape service. Gala Event begins at 7pm, with food and beverage stations offering until 9:30pm. Fresh shucked oysters will be available all evening. A cash bar, DJ and dancing will round out the evening which will end at 10:30pm. Grab bags will be available to purchase for a chance to win genuine pearl jewelry, cash prizes, gift cards and more! Shuttle service to and from the event is included in the ticket price. Please see below for shuttle details.', ), '2.h3' => 'Tickets: $95', ), '4.div' => array( '1.p' => 'Plan to attend all three signature events?', '2.p' => 'Bundle and save 10%!', '3.p' => 'Each package includes one ticket to the Oyster BBQ & Brews, one ticket to the Deep Sea Garden Party, and one ticket to the Art of the Pearl Gala.', '4.p' => 'Ticket price includes shuttle service to and from the 3 signature events from several locations at various intervals. Please see below for shuttle details.', '5.h3' => 'Tickets are only $198 for all three signature Osoyoos Oyster Festival events!', ), ), '5.div' => 'Partner Events', '6.div' => array( '1.h3' => array( '1.strong' => 'Wednesday April 18th: Miradoro Long Table Dinner', '2.strong' => '6:30 pm @ Miradoro at Tinhorn Creek Winery', ), '2.p' => array( '1.em' => 'Back by popular demand, Miradoro Restaurant at Tinhorn Creek Winery brings their long-table dinner to the Osoyoos Oyster Festival. Enjoy a special evening, starting with freshly shucked oysters followed by a three course dinner dedicated to the Oyster.', '2.em' => array( 1 => 'Please call', 2 => 'for tickets!', ), ), ), '7.div' => array( '1.h3' => array( '1.strong' => 'Saturday April 21st: Tide to Table Seafood & Spirits', '2.strong' => '3:30 pm – 6:30 pm @ The Holiday Inn & Suites Osoyoos', ), '2.p' => 'The Holiday Inn & Suites has teamed up with Sol Grill Room & Lounge, Tumbleweed Spirits, & Codfathers Seafood to bring you the ultimate seafood experience as a part of Oyster Fest 2018. Join us at this rustic seafood event featuring the almighty oyster! Find a variety of cooked, drunken, & freshly shucked oysters, as they have been prepared to the pinnacle of perfection. Paired with locally sourced and made spirits, wine, and brews. Don’t forget to meet and greet the oyster farmers as they host the raw bar and offer their story!', ), '8.div' => array( '1.h3' => array( '1.strong' => 'Saturday April 21st: Amateur Shuck ‘N Suck Competition', '2.strong' => '9:00 pm @ The Sage Pub', ), '2.p' => array( 1 => 'Come to compete or come to cheer at the 6', '2.sup' => 'th', 3 => 'Amateur Shuck n Suck Competition as teams of two compete to win the coveted title of the Best Shuck ‘n’ Suck Team in the Okanagan!  One team member shucks while the other sucks back the oysters.  Whichever team shucks and sucks the most oysters before the clock runs out wins.', '4.strong' => array( 1 => 'Call', 2 => 'to register now!', ), ), ), '9.div' => array( '1.h3' => array( '1.strong' => 'Sunday April 22nd: Sunday Brunch', '2.strong' => '8:00 am – 1:00 pm @ The Restaurant at Watermark Beach Resort', ), '2.p' => array( 1 => 'To finish off a food and fun-filled weekend, join us at Watermark Beach Resort for our Sunday Brunch at the Restaurant at Watermark Beach Resort. Where Chef Adair Scott will be preparing seafood-based features including fresh shucked oysters alongside our regular brunch menu. This will be the perfect, relaxed Sunday brunch to cap off your week, or weekend, of oyster-loving indulgence.', '2.strong' => array( 1 => 'Please contact restaurant directly at', 2 => 'to make your reservations today!', ), ), ), '10.div' => 'Shuttle Schedule', '11.div' => 'Osoyoos Oyster Festival 2018 Official Sponsors', '12.div' => 'Oyster Festival Accommodation Deals', '13.div' => array( '1.div' => 'Starting at $139 a night + tax', '2.div' => 'Starting at $119 a night + tax', '3.div' => array( '1.div' => 'Starting at $149 a night + tax', '2.div' => 'Call to book:', ), '4.div' => array( '1.div' => 'Starting at $125 a night + tax', '2.div' => 'Call to book:', ), '5.div' => 'Starting at $110 a night + tax', ), ), '2.footer' => array( '1.div' => array( 1 => '9912 BC 3, Osoyoos, BC, V0H 1V2', 2 => '|', 3 => '|', ), '2.p' => 'Copyright ©2019. 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