A whole day dedicated to celebrating our families? We’ll take it! Family Day is celebrated on February 16th this year, but family-friendly activities are happening all weekend long. Enjoy the holiday, grab the kids, and make memories as a family. There are oodles of events to pick from over the February 13th – 16th weekend. More events will be added daily to our Family Day Events category, so be sure to check back! Valentine’s Day also happens to occur this weekend, and while there are a lot of events that cross over, we’ve pulled out some heart-themed ones for our Valentine’s Day Guide.
If we’ve missed an event, please send us an email (vancouver@familyfuncanada.com), and we’ll update our list quickly.
The Family Forward Festival presented by Carousel TheatreÂ
Get ready for a full weekend of connection and creativity at Carousel Theatre for Young Peopleâs NEW Family Forward Festival! Itâs three full days of family-friendly programming over â you guessed it â the Family Day long weekend! With shows for every age and interest, there is sure to be an event to spark your interest! The best part about this exciting new festival is that all events are donation-based, meaning you can keep costs low while experiencing exceptional entertainment! For more details, click here.
Gateway Theatre presents: “Where Have All the Buffalo Gone?”Â
Head to the theatre on Family Day for a show that is both highly entertaining and educational. Where Have All the Buffalo Gone is an Axis Theatre production, presented by Gateway Theatre, that follows the souls of two MĂŠtis people during crucial moments in Metis history. Filled with live music, dance, and a dazzling buffalo costume, audiences of all ages will be mesmerized by this timeless love story. For more details, click here.
BIG BANG Festival
This joyful music festival promises a vibrant journey through colourful experiences: mini-concerts, interactive fun, surprise performances, and more! Children don’t just have to sit still and listen, but are swept up in the magic and excitement of music. A light room, face painting, temporary tattoos, and other fun surprises make for an exciting day. For more details, click here.
Family Day at Steveston Tram| February 13-16
Admission is FREE at Steveston Tram this weekend. Explore the interactive displays, including a light-up map that traces the routes of the historic Interurban tram.
Robson Ice Rink| Until Feb. 29
Grab your family for a nice outdoor skate at one of Vancouver’s most popular skating rinks.
“Global Village” at Hastings Mill Museum | February 15
Family Day is nearly here, and Hastings Mill Museum is hosting a fabulous event to celebrate the âGlobal Village.â Dress in your national costume, enjoy cookies and tea from around the world, see a live HAM radio demonstration, and make a carving from Brazilian soapstone! Visitors can also make a Valentineâs Day greeting that will be mailed to the UN General Assembly Headquarters. Entrance is free, but there is a small cost for the Brazilian soapstone activity.
Valentine’s Day Events | February 15
Move over, Family Day, Valentine’s Day reigns supreme on Saturday! Enjoy one of these amazing family events on Saturday (details at the link above):
- Valentine’s Day Story and Craft
- Stuffie Sleepover
- Family Party at PoMo Library
- Caring Cards
- “Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch”
Kids Take Over UBC!
The annual Kids Take Over UBC! returns on February 16th Kids Take Over UBC! is an open-door arts and culture festival for UBC families and the wider audience in Metro Vancouver to enjoy UBCâs world-class assets and public spaces together, while interacting with artists, musicians, dancers and more.
Richmond Childrenâs Arts Festival
This Family Day, the Richmond Childrenâs Arts Festival will spark creativity with FREE kid-friendly events & programs at the Richmond Cultural Centre. The festival will include an exciting line-up of writing, music, dance and more for families to enjoy.
Family Day in Burnaby
There are so many exciting things happening in the city of Burnaby this Family Day! From free entry and activity at Burnaby Heritage Village to free drop-in programs, swimming, and skating at community centres across the city, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Family Day Campfire
Who doesn’t love a campfire? Visit Belcarra Regional Park or Pacific Spirit Regional Park for storytelling and fun activities. Don’t forget to bring your own marshmallows to roast!
Family Day at the Vancouver Maritime Museum
This Family Day, learn about the incredible maritime history in Vancouver. In addition to FREE admission all day long, there will be storytime, activities, and plenty of family fun! Pre-book entry times.
Fort Langley National Historic Site
Enjoy live demos, hands-on activities, and stories that celebrate food and family. Little explorers can dive into a kid-friendly scavenger hunt (with a prize at the finish!), warm up with cranberry bannock cooked over an open fire, discover what historic mealtimes were really like, and join guided plant walks highlighting Indigenous food and medicinal plants. Regular admission fees apply, but youth 17 & under are free.
Hillcrest Family Day
Hillcrest Community Centre is the place to be for Family Day fun! Enjoy carnival games, a bouncy castle, crafts, prizes, and so much more.
Museum of Vancouver Family Day
Create, connect, and celebrate Family Day at the Museum of Vancouver! Drop in anytime to explore hands-on activity stations led by local artists and crafters, each offering a free, all-ages creative experience. Love what you make (or see)? Youâll also have the chance to browse and purchase unique handmade goods directly from the artists.
Storytime at Coquitlam Public Library
Celebrate Family Day with a special story, followed by fun family activities. This event is FREE, and registration is not necessary.
Valentine’s Day Guide
Feel the love this weekend with some fun, family-friendly Valentine’s Day events! Whether you’re looking to do some arts and crafts, join a party for families, or have a special night out, there’s something for everyone happening on February 14th! For more details, click here.
Lunar New Year Events
The Year of the Fire Horse is here, and this year is all about taking action! Lunar New Year happens on February 17th this year, meaning there will be fabulous family-friendly events happening all throughout February. For more details, click here.
Best Rainy Day Activities
Letâs face it, living in Metro Vancouver means we get used to rain. But when the rain continues for days on end, and youâve exhausted all the indoor playgrounds and home crafts, itâs time to think outside the box. Weâve pulled together a list of unique activities that are sure to break up those long rainy weekends. For more details, click here.
Indoor Playgrounds
Need an idea for an indoor play place? Weâve got you covered! Kids have a crazy amount of energy. That energy doesnât disappear just because the skies have opened and the rain is gushing down. Let the kids have a great time playing & get those sillies worked out at one or more of these indoor play places around Metro Vancouver. For more details, click here.
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