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Kamloops, British Columbia – Summer Wedding Fun With Kids<\/h1>\n

Cradled in the dry\u00a0hill country of \u00a0the\u00a0Thompson Valley, lies Canada\u2019s Tournament Capital, Kamloops. Aptly named due to its semi-arid climate, Kamloops has brilliant summers suitable for all sporting events.<\/p>\n

Getting there by car in the summer is\u00a0an approximate 3.5 hour drive from Vancouver using the Coquihalla Highway. This highway connects with the Yellowhead for tourists and travellers westbound from Edmonton and beyond. \u00a0This is an extremely busy highway in the summer, and in the winter can be very treacherous given the severe weather systems that can blow through.<\/p>\n

It’s always a good idea to time your travel in and out of Vancouver during low traffic times as there can be quite a backup during rush hour and peak constructions periods.<\/p>\n

We spent a few days there while attending a wedding, and found there was plenty to do for kids and family in between the formal events.<\/p>\n

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What to Do in Kamloops –\u00a0<\/strong>Visit Riverside Park<\/a>, Kamloops for Kids and Adults<\/h1>\n

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Riverside Park<\/a> has everything you could ask for to entertain kids for the day. A great playground, splash park, beach, and concession stand. If they don\u2019t feel satisfied and totally worn out after that, they can throw a ball, frisbee, or play tag on the many green space areas in the park. We\u00a0played the entire day at Riverside Park<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Right next to Riverside Park<\/a> is Pioneer Park<\/a> where the kids can explore a bit of history while climbing an old caboose and walking your dog.<\/p>\n

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Breakfast at Hello Toast<\/a><\/h3>\n

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My children rise at an annoyingly early hour no matter what time they go to bed. Finding a breakfast spot that is kid friendly, open early, and is not fast food, is almost impossible in some places.<\/p>\n

One of the first things I did on arrival into Kamloops was check to see what our options were for an early breakfast. I came across the website of Hello Toast<\/a>. It was also voted #9 out of 270 restaurants in Kamloops on Trip Advisor. It was a stone\u2019s throw from our hotel and it was going to be our first stop the next morning.<\/p>\n\n\t\t