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Do you have your sights firmly set on summer? Or are you still trying to survive the last few weeks of June? This weekend marks the official start of the FIFA World Cup 26 in Vancouver, with plenty of free community festivals and activations to watch your favourite teams. If soccer isn’t your top choice, you’re in luck because there are also tons of family-friendly festivals and events happening around town!
Now is also the perfect time to book summer camps if you haven’t already, or if your plans have changed this summer. Check out our Summer Camp Guide to find a wide variety of activities and themes for every kid. For the ultimate summer experience, register your child for camps at Carousel Theatre for Young People! From watching their shows on stage to being a part of the fun, kids will learn valuable skills and develop their confidence and creativity in a supportive atmosphere.
Here are our top picks for family-friendly events for the weekend of June 12 – 14, 2026
🌈 Queensborough Children’s Festival | June 13
New Westminster
Enjoy a FREE family-friendly festival where the activities are specifically geared toward kids! Enjoy entertainment from Music with Marnie, Merlin the Magician, and more. Don’t miss the circus tent, the bubbles station, and meet beautiful birds from Greyhaven Sanctuary Birds.
🇮🇹 Italian Day on the Drive | June 14
Vancouver
Experience the best of Filipino cuisine at Taste of Manila, a popular foodie festival happening in Burnaby. In addition to incredible food, enjoy cultural activities and community connections.
🇵🇹 Portugal Day | June 13 & 14
Burnaby
Celebrate the vibrant Portuguese culture at Portugal Day! Enjoy delicious food, watch traditional dances and live performances, and get ready for a family-friendly day of fun. Admission is FREE!
⚽️ World Soccer Day Kick – Off | June 12
Richmond
Join the City of Richmond and the Richmond Olympic Oval on June 12 for the World Soccer Day Kick-Off Event — a free, family-friendly celebration featuring live match screenings, soccer and foosball tournaments, BBQ, live music, and interactive community activations.
🇨🇦 Soccer in the Square | June 11 – July 19
Vancouver
Metro Vancouver families can catch the excitement of the games and cheer on their favourite teams without spending a fortune on gameday tickets. Soccer in the Square is a FREE all-ages community event that runs from June 11 to July 19 in Norman MacKenzie Square.
🧺 International Picnic Day in Surrey | June 13
Surrey
Pack some delicious food and head to the park for International Picnic Day! This day celebrates caring for your local park and getting together outdoors with your friends, family, and community. Enjoy games and fun park activities.
🐶 2nd Annual Dog-A-Thon | June 13
Vancouver
Bring your furry family members to an event designed specifically for them! This FREE family-friendly Dog-A-Thon is a community dog event featuring costumes, games, treats, prizes, and more. Enjoy a dog fashion show, doggie games, and a ‘best-in-show’ with prizes.
🎸 Port Coquitlam City-Wide Garage Sale | June 14
Port Coquitlam
Score some great deals on clothing, toys, and house items at this city-wide garage sale! City-wide sales are great because you can pull up a map of participating houses and then make multiple stops in a row instead of driving all around the Lower Mainland!
🆓 Father’s Day Stay & Play | June 14
Surrey
Visit the Museum of Surrey this Father’s Day to play oversized board games, enjoy a refreshment, complete a scavenger hunt, and make a craft together to commemorate the day. Entrance to the museum is always FREE, and there are incredible exhibits for the whole family to check out in addition to the Father’s Day activities.
🆓 Michael’s Kids Club: Father’s Day Card | June 13
Various locations around Metro Vancouver
Did you know you can shop and have your kids entertained at the same time? Michael’s Canada offers great free (and cheap!) craft events for kids. The crafts and themes vary by date. Parents can stay in the craft room with their child, or can shop the store while their child crafts – but you must stay within the store! On June 13th, kids can get a head start preparing for Father’s Day by making a special card for Dad.
Carousel Theatre for Young People Summer Camps
Whether your child is quiet and shy or never misses an opportunity to belt it out for a performance, being able to speak confidently in front of others is a crucial life skill. At Carousel Theatre for Young People, they meet kids where they’re at and develop their confidence, creativity, and communication skills in a fun and supportive way. Carousel Theatre for Young People’s summer camps are active and participatory; they encourage independent thinking and collaboration. Through theatre, kids are encouraged to step into the lives of others to build empathy and awareness of the world around them. Summer camps are available for ages 6-12 for students looking to explore the world of theatre and theatrical processes. Register today to secure a spot.
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