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!
Family Day at Fort Langley National Historic Site
Enjoy live demos, hands-on activities, and stories that celebrate food and family. Little explorers can dive into a kid-friendly scavenger hunt (with a prize at the finish!), warm up with cranberry bannock cooked over an open fire, discover what historic mealtimes were really like, and join guided plant walks highlighting
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Family Day at MOV
Create, connect, and celebrate Family Day at the Museum of Vancouver! Drop in anytime to explore hands-on activity stations led by local artists and crafters, each offering a free, all-ages creative experience. Love what you make (or see)? You’ll also have the chance to browse and purchase unique handmade goods
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Friends of the Library Big Book Sale
Life is expensive, and it’s more important now than ever to reduce, reuse, and recycle where possible! Books are an excellent way to refresh your shelves or stock up your Little Libraries or classroom libraries. Explore a great selection of books, DVDs, CDs, and more for all ages! Most items
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*NEW* Surrey Civic Plaza Outdoor Skating!
Surrey’s newest outdoor rink is open and ready to welcome visitors! Adjacent to Surrey Central Skytrain, City Hall and the main library, this vibrant hub is a great addition for families looking for a bit of fun, physical activity this winter. Skates are available for rental ($5.00), but people are
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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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Lunar New Year with LEGO!
Celebrate Lunar New Year with the LEGO Group’s immersive activation at Metropolis at Metrotown from February 7-11, where families can enjoy hands-on free-building, festive displays, and the Wishing Tree experience. This creative event offers guests a meaningful way to mark the new year, featuring a large-scale LEGO brick-built lion backdrop
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$5 Tuesdays at Cineplex
Tuesdays just got a lot more entertaining! Every Tuesday from January 20-February 24, Cineplex is offering all movies for just $5, and popcorn is also just $5. Premium screen upgrades are available for an additional fee. $5 Tuesdays at Cineplex: Date: January 20 – February 24, 2026 Time: Showtimes vary
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Get Creative at FREE LEGO Make & Take Events!
Everyone loves building with LEGO®, and the two LEGO stores in Metro Vancouver offer exciting FREE Make & Take events throughout the year. Check out what’s coming up: Sunday, January 18, 2026 | Build a Burger Bike Quantities are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early
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Light the Winter Night
Enjoy a cozy winter evening brought to you by the City of Mission. Explore illuminated trails, enjoy live music around a campfire, sip hot cocoa, and make special winter lanterns. This event is FREE! Light the Winter Night: Date: January 23, 2026 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Venue: Centennial
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Animate Your World With Disney’s Pixar in a Box
Go behind the scenes and find out how Pixar artists do their jobs! Pixar and Khan Academy have teamed up for a behind-the-scenes look with Disney Pixar in a Box. Use regular school subjects, math, science, computers, and humanities, to learn how to create amazing movies. Animate bouncing balls, build
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