For the 24th year in a row, the province of British Columbia has proclaimed January 27 as Family Literacy Day. Local libraries have a host of terrific events lined up to celebrate Literacy Day. Fort building, concerts, story time and more are part of the events planned.
If you know of an event in your neighbourhood, email us at vancouver@familyfuncanada.com and we’ll add it to our list!
Online: Join 2026’s Honorary Chair, Barbara Reid, for an interactive virtual workshop showing families how to make a picture out of clay on January 22nd. Register here for this event, and be sure to have clay, a paper plate, and a pencil with you as you learn how to create a picture
Abbotsford | January 24, 2026 | 11am – 2pm: What does a magician, bugs, slugs and painting all have in common? They are all part of the Literacy Day Celebration in Abbotsford! Catch Norden the Magician, hear a story, and explore the current exhibits to create your own work of art. Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way.
Langley | January 27, 2026 | 10am-11am: Don’t miss a fun storytime and a craft to celebrate Family Literacy Week! Muriel Arnason Library, 20338 65 Ave., Langley
