There’s no denying that family adventures can be EXPENSIVE. But, believe it or not, there are a number of FREE family events & activities happening all over Metro Vancouver this summer. Here are our top 25 suggestions! (And if we’ve missed your favourite FREE summer event, please send us an email at vancouver@familyfuncanada.com)
1. Does someone in your family have a summer birthday? See how many of these FREE birthday perks you can check off!
2. Play at the beach…we have so many to pick from!
3. Take in an outdoor concert.
4. Pack a picnic and explore one of these hidden gems.
5. Burn off some of that crazy kid energy and explore a new playground.
6. Visit a farmer’s market. Go to one in your own community or check out one a little further afield.
7. Imagine what our streets were like before cars took over with Car Free Days! On August 16th, enjoy Car Free Day Port Moody.
8. FIFA World Cup fever is here! Don’t miss Soccer in the Square at UBC until July 19th.
9. Explore the FREE Museum of Surrey. There is an interactive play zone for kids, as well as ever-changing exhibits and events.
10. The outdoor pools in Surrey are FREE all summer long.
11. Enjoy watching a movie under the stars. FREE outdoor movies are happening all across Metro Vancouver while the weather is warm.
12. Cool off at a splash park. Don’t forget the sunscreen.
13. Kids Bowl Free every day throughout the summer. All you have to do is sign up!
14. Complete this list of 7 kid-friendly hikes.
15. Visit one of the many spray parks in Metro Vancouver.
16. Symphony at Sunset is back July 11th. Enjoy a FREE outdoor performance by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.
17. Port Coquitlam Pride is back with a fun community festival on July 19th featuring music, art and activities.
18. Experience one of the great festivals happening this summer around Metro Vancouver.
19. Check out the annual Tsawwassen Sun Festival. Enjoy a ball tournament, great food, fireworks, an antique fair, a skateboard competition, a parade, an international market, a petting zoo, a children’s festival, a bike show, and more!
20. Did you know there are a number of ways to visit the PNE for FREE or super cheap this year?
21. Throughout the summer, Michaels Kids’ Club runs weekly or semi-weekly drop-in crafting sessions for kids.
22. Don’t miss out on the exciting Chilliwack Fair on August 7-9th
23. On Thursday nights, Gastown is the place to be as the streets come alive with music. From jazz to slow jams and everything in between, enjoy live music from the comfort of your favourite patio or while walking down the cobblestone streets.
24. Explore Burnaby Village Museum for a free day of learning and fun.
25: When the sun goes down, the fun keeps rolling at these top Night Markets in Metro Vancouver!
