Summer is a time for friends, family, and fun times, but it can also be exhausting if you find yourself trying to plan activities for your kids every day. Going to a local park or one that’s new to you is great, but what makes it even better is when there is FREE drop-in programming available to enhance the experience! Each city is different, but most have volunteers who set up interactive equipment, bring fun toys to play with and lead games.

Click on the city links below to find out what free playground programming is available near you!

Did we miss a pop-up park activation in your city? Send us an email at vancouver@familyfuncanada.com and we’ll add it to the list!

Abbotsford

Go Play Outside

When: Varies
Time: 12-4pm or 3:30-7:30pm
Location: Mill Lake Park
Website: www.abbotsford.ca

Coquitlam

Water Play Pop-Ups

When: July 20, 21, August 3, 4, 2024
Time: 11am-3pm
Location: Spirit Square or Mundy Park Field House
Website: www.coquitlam.ca

Delta

Pop-Up Play

When: Monday- Thursdays in July & August
Time: 10am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-4pm
Location: Varies based on date and time
Website: www.delta.ca

Port Moody

Play in our Parks

When: July 29-August 9, August 12-23, 2024
Time: 9:30am-2:30pm
Location: Westhill Park (July 29-Aug. 9) | North Shore Community Park (August 12-23)
Website: www.portmoody.ca

New Westminster

Playground Pop Up

When: July 25, August 8, August 22, 2024
Time: 12:30-2:30pm
Location: Various parks
Website: www.newwestcity.ca

Twilight Tots & Families

When: Every Monday in July & August
Time: 5pm-7pm
Location: Westminster Pier Park
Website: www.newwestcity.ca

Surrey

Park Play

When: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in July & August, 2024
Time: Dependent on location
Location:
Tuesdays: Hazelnut Meadows Community Park & Guildford Heights Park
Thursdays: Fleetwood Park and Community Picnics
Fridays: Salmonberry Park & Dufferin Park
Website: www.surrey.ca

Visit our Summer Bucket List for more great summer activities and ideas!

For a complete listing of all the best events around Metro Vancouver, click on our calendar,
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