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 for those special deals that come along every once in awhile. 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!
Michaels Kids Club
Did you know you can shop and have your kids entertained at the same time? Just head to Michaels on any given Saturday and have your children craft while you browse. Parents are required to remain on the premises.These classes occur on Saturdays, are about 30 minutes long and geared
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Forest Fairy Gathering
Put on your best fairy costume and head to Burnaby Regional Park for a Forest Fairy Gathering! Meet fairies who live unseen in the park and help build homes for them with supplies provided. Forest Fairy Gathering: When: May 18, 2024 Time: 11am-3pm Location: Burnaby Regional Park Address: 4519 Piper
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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! March 2: Barbie March 9: Trolls Band Together March 16: Peppa’s Cinema
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The Best Kids’ Consignment Shops
Shopping for kids clothes can be expensive, and many families are looking for ways to live more sustainably with their clothing choices. Hand-me-downs were the gold standard when I was a kid, and my kids have been fortunate enough to grow up with bags of hand-me-downs from friends and family.
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Launch Your Child’s Learning at StrongStart Programs
I’ve spent many long, rainy afternoons with my young kids trying to find engaging and inexpensive activities to keep them busy and burn off some energy. Our favourites have been library storytimes and drop-in activities at local community centers. Still, after several repetitions of those programs, I was on the
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South Surrey Repair Cafe
Do you have a box of stuff that you’ve been meaning to fix, but haven’t gotten around to? Bring it to the Repair Cafe in South Surrey and have it fixed for FREE! Repair Cafes are a great way to learn how to repair small household items instead of disposing
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Happy Birthday! Get FREE Treats on Your Special Day
What’s better than having a birthday? Getting FREE treats to celebrate! Whether you are a kid or a parent, it’s always nice to be celebrated and receive something in your honour. Check out this massive list of FREE birthday treats you can get just because you turn one year older.
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PoCo Repair Cafe
Do you have a broken item that you want to fix? Not sure how or need some special tools to do so? Reuse and recycle with monthly “Repair Cafes” through the City of Port Coquitlam! On the first Saturday of every month, bring your broken household items and learn how
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Home Depot Kids Workshop
Home Depot invites kids ages 5-12 to learn how to build a new item the second Saturday of each month! All materials will be provided, and the workshop is totally FREE! The catch? You must register *at least* one week in advance to secure your spot. These workshops are incredibly
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NatureClub at Beaty Biodiversity Museum
Have you ever wondered about the plants and animals that surround you every day? How do they move? What do they eat? How do they grow? The first Saturday of each month, the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is hosting NatureClub events looking at everything from creepy crawlies to the
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