Why Red Bird?

Red Bird Brewing is a beloved brewery in downtown Kelowna, known for much more than just their delicious beer. This local hotspot plays host to weekly live music, serves up mouthwatering pizza, and brings people from all over to socialize and sip on some hoppy beverages. Red Bird was established with a unique inspiration from the annual Kelowna Regatta, a tradition that had been bringing the community together for years. This event had been around since before the city was even established, and was a symbol of unity and community spirit for the entire Okanagan region. The founders of Red Bird Brewing were inspired by an old photo and story of an old race boat used in the early days of the regatta, and saw it as a perfect fit for their new venture. Thus, the brewery was born with a nod to the history and culture of the community that it serves.

Beer

Beer is, of course, the star of the show here. Their beers are crafted with care, using only the finest ingredients to ensure maximum flavor and quality. From their popular Captain Kolsch to their bold and hoppy Anticipation IPA, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to drop by the brewery every week to enjoy the rotating selection of small batch, test brews that are exclusively available in-house. Don’t forget to check out the stories on the cans as well, as each one offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of Kelowna.

Pizza & Food

Not only is Red Bird one of our favourite places to grab a beer, it’s also on our list of the best pizza places in Kelowna. The Italian forno oven is powered by locally-sourced apple wood from the orchards of Wards Cider in East Kelowna, creating delicious pizza meant to be shared with friends. Our favourite flavour is The Okanagan – a delicious blend of Italian sausage, gorgonzola cheese, fresh apple slices, crispy calabrese salami,  and drizzled with garlic herb oil and honey balsamic reduction. If you’re not in the mood for pizza, check out their tasty tacos and other shareables!

Live Music

The newly renovated space allows Red Bird to be one of the most frequently visited venues for live music in Kelowna. With both an indoor and outdoor stage, artists from near and far come to jam out with this awesome community. During the summertime, the airy, outdoor space is one of the coolest places to catch your favourite band in action. There’s few places that celebrate the importance of community like Red Bird does, so why not come grab a brew, a pizza, and experience it for yourself?