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!
PJ Story Time is Back for Fall!
Put on your pajamas and snuggle in for stories, songs, and treats at Mackin House. This event is best suited to ages 3-8 years old. Autumn PJ Story Time When: September 28, 2022 Time: 7-8pm Where: Coquitlam Heritage Mackin House Address: 1116 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam More information and registration here
Victory Square Block Party
It’s the 18th anniversary of the Victory Square Block Party! The FREE block party is packed full of entertainment by local and independent musicians. The lineup for 2022 includes: Megamall X/O Haleluya Hailu Kamikaze Nurse Big City Pudding Cherry Blu Felisha and the Jazz Rejects The block party also includes
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Get Gathering at Darts Hill Garden Park
Head to the gorgeous Darts Hill Garden Park in Surrey for a day of family fun. Admission is technically free but donations of $5 are encouraged. Here are some of the activities families can enjoy: Apple picking workshops Guided tours Storytime & nature walk Live music Get Gathering at Darts
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UBC Blueberry Fest
Blueberry season is upon us! You don’t want to miss the FREE (no admission) UBC Blueberry Fest happening July 20 – 22. Enjoy a pancake breakfast, Ethical Bean coffee, a chef demo, and blueberry baked goods. Make sure you bring your own containers and bags to bring home tasty treats
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Summer Craft Mornings at Coquitlam Heritage
Coquitlam Heritage has expanded its Summer Craft mornings to happen every Friday! Summer is the best time to enjoy our train station and caboose. Enjoy a fun morning tour of the Fraser Mills Train Station & CP Rail Caboose, storytime, crafts, and snacks. Parental attendance is required. Each session runs
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Vancouver Repair Collective
Why buy new when you can mend the items you love, FREE OF CHARGE? The Vancouver Repair Collective hosts community events where visitors get their broken household items fixed, FREE OF CHARGE, with the help of experienced volunteers. Textile, jewelry, small appliances, electronics, bikes… Any items that can be easily
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Steveston’s Summer Free Park
Families with young kids are invited to head to Steveston Community Centre every Friday for a variety of fun-themed activities including crafts, colouring, games and more! Parent participation is required. This event happens only when the weather is permitting. This event is for preschool-aged kids (ages 5 and under) Steveston’s
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Train Station and Caboose Opening Weekend!
After a long winter sleep the folks at Coquitlam Heritage are happy to open up the Fraser Mills Train Station and their CP Rail 1970s Caboose for summer season tours! You are invited to their opening weekend on June 25 and 26. Don’t forget to visit Mackin House where you
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McBurney Plaza Summer Series
Throughout the summer months McBurney Plaza is hosting a summer series of events. July 6 – Troy Toma, Genre: Country July 13 – Katmoon, Genre: Covers of Bob Dylan to Pearl Jam to Lorde July 20 – Quintessential Jazz Band, Genre: Jazz July 27 – Postponed to August 10 due
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Summer Festival Series – Township of Langley
The Summer Festival Series in Langley is back with FREE concerts on Thursday nights in July & August. The concerts are family-friendly and FREE! (Scroll down to learn more about the Children’s Day in the Park happening July 11, 2019). July 7 – Big City Soul July 14 – Sinnoi
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