I don’t know where April went but somehow May has shown up on the calendar. This month is jam-packed with exciting new events and family favourites returning. As always, be sure to keep a close eye on the Family Fun Vancouver calendar as we are constantly adding new events.
Featured: Carousel Theatre for Young People presents: “Stuart Little” | Until May 11
If you’re looking for a feel-good, inspiring play for all ages, you won’t want to miss Stuart Little presented by Carousel Theatre for Young People. Step inside the whimsical, musical world of the Little family and meet Stuart, a mouse with a heart as big as his dreams. Though he may be small, Stuart faces life with courage, determination, and an unshakable belief in himself. Adopted by the Little family, Stuart quickly learns that belonging isn’t about looking the same—it’s about love, belonging, and the people who choose to stand by you.
Youth Week | May 1-7, 2025
Celebrate the preteens and teens in your life during Youth Week 2024! Cities across Metro Vancouver are hosting FREE or low-cost events for ages 10-18 on each day of the week. Some are drop-in, while others require pre-registration.
RONA Kids Workshops | May 3, 2025
Join the fun in these FREE workshops for kids! Each workshop offers children (aged 5-12) and their adults a chance to build something using the guidelines and materials from experienced RONA staff. Free drinks and snacks are provided, but space is extremely limited. The May 3rd project is a special item for Mother’s Day, but there are more coming up in the next few months to keep an eye out for!
Featured: Buddy and Friends Children’s Festival | May 3 & 4, 2025
All aboard for Buddy and Friends Children’s Festival, a brand new event at the Railway Museum of BC! Join Buddy and his friends for a weekend filled with train rides, games, activities, live music, storytelling, and dance performances. The Railway Museum of BC is the best place to visit for train aficionados who are young and young at heart, and the events are packed with activities that the whole family will enjoy.
More Than a Movie | May 4, 2025
Support the incredible organization Kids Up Front Vancouver by attending a fun, family-friendly movie event. More than a Movie is a truly unique opportunity for kids to run on the field at BC Place, play games, hug mascots, get their face painted, have a hot dog combo and watch a movie on the LED screen lowered at centre field. For 2025, the movie being shown is The Wild Robot.
Featured: Royal Canadian International Circus |May 8 -19, 2025
It’s high-action, high-excitement, and high levels of fun; the thrilling Royal Canadian International Circus is back and better than ever this year! It’s an all-new show for 2024 with dazzling performances, including crowd favourites such as the Globe of Death extreme motorcyclists, AZ Aerialists, and tons of jugglin,g clowning, and impressive acrobatics! Save money and use code FAMILYFUNVANCOUVER to get 2-for-1 tickets to the show.
Featured: Southridge Country Fair | May 10, 2025
Rain or shine, the Southridge Country Fair will be bringing good vibes all day long! Featuring a giant Kids Zone complete with bouncy castles, an inflatable obstacle course, games, face painting, and carnival games, a 500+ family garage sale, food trucks, live entertainment, and tons of activities, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Admission to this fun family event is free.
PoCo May Day Parade and Party | May 10, 2025
The PoCo May Day Parade is a family-favourite activity and a highlight for many locals. The parade route is Shaughnessy to Elgin, Elgin to Mary Hill, Mary Hill to Hawthorne and ends on Tyner. Don’t miss the iconic parade at 11am and a May Day Party from 12pm-10pm.
Cloverdale Rodeo | May 16-19, 2025
The Cloverdale Invitational Rodeo features Roughstock Rodeo Events (Bareback, Saddle Bronc & Bull Riding) and Ladies Barrel Racing. With more family-friendly entertainment than ever before, it is sure to be a roaring good time! See the schedule on their website for details.
Ladner May Days | May 23-25, 2025
May Days are a beloved tradition for many cities across Metro Vancouver. In Ladner, the May Day Festival spans a weekend with plenty of great family-friendly activities. Activities include a carnival, games and events for the kids, food trucks, a parade, a pancake breakfast, and more!
Surrey SPARK Stages | May 23-25, 2025
During this weekend celebration, take in an exciting lineup of performing arts. In between the performances, kids are invited to participate in arts-based activities such as puppet-making, dancing, and pop-up activities.
Vancouver Children’s Festival | May 26 – June 1, 2025
The Vancouver International Children’s Festival is back this spring to delight, enchant and engage children of all ages. Families from around Metro Vancouver look forward to the festival every year. The festival is packed full of exciting performances specifically designed for families to enjoy!
Star Wars Day | May 4, 2025
Yes, it’s a thing. May the fourth = May the force (be with you). Whether you’re up to date on your Star Wars trivia or could use a refresher, some great events are happening around Metro Vancouver to celebrate the day.
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Mother’s Day | May 11, 2025
Celebrate Mother’s Day 2025 with some great events and activities! Treat yourself and those strong moms and mother-figures in your life to a day full of food, family and fun!
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Farmers Markets in Metro Vancouver |May – October
Does anyone else feel healthier just by shopping at a Farmer’s Market? I love bringing home fresh veggies and home-baked goodies each week. Spring & Summer Farmer’s Markets across Metro Vancouver are opening in May and many run weekly until the end of October.
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For a complete listing of all the best events around Metro Vancouver, click on our calendar, and stay tuned to all the best local family events through Facebook, and Instagram.
