“How Good Is That?” — Old Dominion Brings Heart, Humour, and Hit Songs to a Packed Prospera Place

There’s something special about a country concert crowd in Kelowna. From cowboy hats and boots to families, longtime fans, and groups of friends singing every word together, Prospera Place felt alive Friday night as the How Good Is That World Tour rolled into town. With rising artist Sacha opening the evening, followed by veteran hitmaker Phil Vassar, and platinum-selling country group Old Dominion headlining, the night delivered a perfect balance of storytelling, nostalgia, humour, and arena-sized singalongs.

Canadian country artist Sacha kicked off the evening with confidence and charm, quickly winning over the early crowd. Her stage presence felt genuine and effortless, balancing modern country-pop energy with heartfelt songwriting. The Ontario-born artist brought plenty of personality to the stage, interacting warmly with the audience while delivering polished vocals and catchy hooks that had people moving from the very first set. As the lights dimmed and the arena slowly filled, Sacha set the tone perfectly for the evening ahead upbeat, welcoming, and full of feel-good energy.

Next up was Phil Vassar, whose piano-driven style and catalogue of hits brought a wave of nostalgia through the arena. A seasoned performer with decades of songwriting success behind him, Vassar reminded the audience why he remains one of country music’s most respected entertainers. Moving effortlessly between piano and centre stage, he mixed humour, crowd interaction, and powerful musicianship throughout his set. Fans enthusiastically sang along to familiar favourites, and there was a warmth to his performance that made the large arena feel surprisingly intimate at times. His ability to connect with an audience, equal parts storyteller and showman, added another memorable layer to an already strong lineup.

By the time Old Dominion took the stage, the energy inside Prospera Place had fully erupted. Known for blending contemporary country with pop-rock melodies and sharp songwriting, the Nashville-based band delivered a performance that felt both massive and personal all at once. Frontman Matthew Ramsey kept the crowd laughing between songs while the band powered through a string of chart-topping hits that had nearly the entire arena singing in unison. Their chemistry on stage was undeniable, polished without feeling overproduced, and visually, the production matched the scale of the music, with vibrant lighting, towering video screens, and waves of cellphone lights turning the arena into a sea of movement during the more emotional moments of the set.

What made the evening stand out most wasn’t just the music, but the atmosphere surrounding it. From start to finish, the How Good Is That World Tour felt like a celebration of connection, between artists and fans, between old songs and new memories, and between thousands of people gathered together for a shared experience. Kelowna audiences have seen their fair share of major tours come through Prospera Place, but Friday night carried a warmth and sincerity that lingered long after the final encore. For one evening, country music brought everyone into the same room, singing the same songs, and asking the same question the tour is named after: How good is that?