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!
Celebrate the Night
One of Maple Ridge’s most beloved community events is back this year! On October 24, head down to ACT Arts Centre to celebrate with fireworks, light installations, crafts, games, interactive activities, live music, and more! Celebrate the Night: Date: October 24, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Venue: The
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Hollydaze in the Heights
Join the Austin Heights Business Association for a giant Christmas block party this holiday season. Featuring kids’ activities, live music, holiday shopping, food vendors, and lots more, this is a FREE party you won’t want to miss! Hollydaze in the Heights: Date: November 21, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00
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Holiday Cheer at the Pier
Head to Rocky Point to light up the pier for the holiday season! Festive lights will be switched on at 6:15 PM, and visitors can enjoy hot chocolate, a scavenger hunt, crafts and activities and an artisan market. Holiday Cheer at the Pier: Date: November 28, 2026 (Kick-off) Time: 5:00
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New West Cultural Crawl
The New West Cultural Crawl returns to New Westminster on October 3 & 4, 2026, with a weekend of art exhibitions, open studios, interactive workshops, artist talks, and creative events. Explore the city’s vibrant arts community and discover free family-friendly activities at locations throughout New West. New West Cultural Crawl:
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Annual Eastside Culture Crawl
The Eastside Culture Crawl is a beloved Vancouver tradition. Over four days, the general public is invited into 500 + artists’ studios, homes, and garages throughout Vancouver’s Eastside in celebration of visual arts, design, and crafts. The Eastside Culture Crawl is a FREE event. Eastside Culture Crawl: Dates: November 19
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The Nightmare Before Christmas Market
Come shop and gawk at over 75 of some of the Vancouver area’s most unique makers of the wacky, weird, and wonderful, at this 3-day market. Activities for kids include an Ice Queen and Snow Princess, in addition to face painting. The Nightmare Before Christmas Market: Date: October 9 –
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Diwali Coquitlam
Enjoy an evening of South Asian music, art and dance at Diwali Coquitlam. Celebrate the Festival of Light with community, families, and friends. This is a popular event that regularly sells out, so get your tickets early! Diwali Coquitlam: Date: November 5, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Venue:
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Strong Sessions Concert
The Strong Sessions celebrates VAMS musicians and aims to demonstrate that disability is not a barrier to creating great music. Come to the Roundhouse Community Centre for a night of entertaining live music, featuring performances that explore different genres and styles. Strong Sessions Concert: Date: November 10 Time: 6:00 PM
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Impressive Engine 374
Have you been to the train at the Roundhouse Community Centre? Somehow, despite my boys’ train-fanaticism, we had missed going. We righted that wrong today! The gleaming black Engine 374 has been beautifully restored and is maintained by the Railway Museum of BC (the folks who run the great train
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Model Railway Open House
The Dewdney-Alouette Railway Society (DARS) has created a massive diorama centred on Port Haney in 1926. It is a labour of love that has spanned over 25 years, and the club members continue to work on this display weekly. The members of the club own all of the materials on
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