Get ready for a full weekend of connection and creativity at Carousel Theatre for Young People’s NEW Family Forward Festival! It’s three full days of family-friendly programming over – you guessed it – the Family Day long weekend! With shows for every age and interest, there is sure to be
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Hillcrest Community Centre is the place to be for Family Day fun! Enjoy carnival games, a bouncy castle, crafts, prizes, and so much more. Hillcrest Family Day: Date: February 16, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Venue: Hillcrest Community Centre (Gym) Address: 4575 Clancy Loranger Way, Vancouver Website:hillcrestcommunitycentre.com

Celebrate Family Day with a special story, followed by fun family activities. This event is FREE and registration is not necessary. Family Day Story Time Date: February 16, 2026 Time: 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Venue: City Centre Branch Address: 1169 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam Website: www.coqlibrary.ca

This Family Day, learn about the incredible maritime history in Vancouver. In addition to FREE admission all day long, there will be storytime, activities, and plenty of exhibits to explore! Pre-book entry times. Family Day at VMM: Date: February 16, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Venue: Vancouver Maritime
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This joyful music festival promises a vibrant journey through colourful experiences: mini-concerts, interactive fun, surprise performances, and more! Children don’t just have to sit still and listen but are swept up in the magic and excitement of music. There’s more than just music! Kids can explore hands-on activities, like the
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Family Day is nearly here, and Hastings Mill Museum is hosting a fabulous event to celebrate the “Global Village.” Dress in your national costume, enjoy cookies and tea from around the world, see a live HAM radio demonstration, and make a carving from Brazilian soapstone! Visitors can also make a
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Get outside this family day with a self-guided walk around one of Metro Vancouver’s regional parks, followed by a campfire with songs and stories. All ages are welcome for this FREE program, but pre-registration is required. Two locations are hosting this event in 2026: Belcarra Regional Park and Pacific Spirit
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Visit the Steveston Tram on Family Day weekend for transportation-themed crafts, Junior Tram Conductor dress-up, interactive displays and more.  Admission is free. Family Day Weekend at Steveston Tram: Dates: February 13-16, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Venue: Steveston Tram Address: 4011 Moncton Street, Richmond BC Phone: 604-238-8081 Website:
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Each city around Metro Vancouver celebrates Family Day a little differently, and in the last few years, more events have started popping up to encourage families to get out and connect with each other and their communities during the long weekend. February 16:  Burnaby Village Museum Family Day activities (Free)
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For too long, UBC has been run by adults. It’s time for kids to rule at this fun-filled arts festival for kids and families. The annual Kids Take Over UBC! returns on February 16th Kids Take Over UBC! is an open-door arts and culture festival for UBC families and the
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