Cheapies and Freebies
Having kids can get expensive but having fun with kids does not have to be. Many of the other pages include activities that can be done for free but this page is dedicated to those special deals that come along every once in a while. Please note that these deals are subject to change without notice. We encourage you to call the facility before you head out on your fun activities!
FREE Comic Book Day
Calling all superheroes and cartoon character fans, FREE Comic Book Day is May 3, 2025! Comic Book stores across the continent give away FREE comic books to anyone who walks through the door. How fantastic is that?! This event aims to celebrate comics as an original American art form, first
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Head to IKEA for Free Family Events
If strolling through IKEA is your idea of a fun weekend activity, you’re not alone. Now, this kid-friendly company is offering even more for families with special events for visitors. There are currently no events scheduled at the Coquitlam location, but we’ve pulled out some fun FREE events happening at
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PoCo Public Works Open House
If you have a kiddo who LOVES machinery and learning about how things work, make sure you take them to the PoCo Public Works Open House! Check out interactive displays, enjoy some family-friendly entertainment, see some equipment demonstrations, and enjoy a ‘by-donation’ BBQ! PoCo Public Works Open House: Date: May
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Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (OWL)
OWL offers guided tours for the public to come see many of their Permanent Residents (hours are listed below). You will learn how they came to be at the facility, the jobs they perform at the centre, and about the different species of raptors you can find in British Columbia.
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Spring Fest at Historic Stewart Farm
Celebrate the arrival of Spring with a full day of multicultural performers and events. Participate in a heritage craft, sample some delicious food, learn about bees at the Honeybee Centre, and much more! Spring Fest at Historic Stewart Farm: Date: May 3, 2025 Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Venue:
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Cineplex Family Favourites – Saturdays
Enjoy Cineplex Family Favourites on Saturday mornings at 11am. Watch a family favourite film each week for a discounted rate ($3.99 plus tax *in theatre price). It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family! April 19: Hop! April 26: The Lorax Cineplex Family Favourites: When:
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Youth Week in Abbotsford
Laser tag, murder mysteries, and TONS of fun await you in Abbotsford for Youth Week! Whether you’re into sports, art, board games, video games (or all of the above), Abbotsford offers plenty of fun activities every day of the week! Youth Week in Abbotsford: Date: May 1-7, 2025 Time: varies
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Youth Week in Burnaby
The City of Burnaby loves YOUTH! Each day of Youth Week is packed full of fun and engaging events for tweens and teens, including a BBQ, yoga, painting party, dodgeball tournament, preteen dance, swim night…and that’s only in the first 3 days! Find the full list of activities here. Youth
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Community & City Garage Sales Around Metro Vancouver
Bargain hunters and treasure seekers rejoice! It’s garage sale season in Metro Vancouver. Finding and visiting garage sales has changed a lot since I was a kid– we used to walk or drive through our community and write down information from a poster about upcoming garage sales. Our weekends were
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Leigh Square Grand Opening
Celebrate the renovated and revamped Leigh Square in Port Coquitlam with a fun, family-friendly event. There will be food trucks, live entertainment, and family-friendly arts and craft activities. Leigh Square Grand Opening: Date: April 4, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Venue: Leigh Square Address: 2580 Shaughnessy Street, Port
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