Come celebrate the Festival of India & Vancouver’s annual Ratha-Yatra with festivities rich in history and bliss. The celebrations begin with the procession along the walkway around False Creek from the festival site (Creekside) to Stamps Landing. Festival of India: Dates: August 26 – 27, 2023 Times: 12pm – 6pm
Continue Reading »

Shangrila Farm is a natural paradise garden. The 10 acres of garden have a wonderful view and are surrounded by 200 varieties of dahlia flowers, 400 green sculptures, 6 future gardens: fairy garden, alien garden, art garden, island garden, creature garden, root garden; plus grapevines, forest trails, ponds, bridges, and
Continue Reading »

Family Farm Day at the London Heritage Farm in Steveston returns this year on Sunday, August 13th from 11AM to 4PM. Enjoy a day full of exciting displays and activities such as pony rides, birds from OWL (Orphaned Wildlife), rabbits from Rabbitats, LEGO building, lace-making and weaving, and so much
Continue Reading »

Celebrate dance and music traditions from around the world at All Over the Map, New Works’ signature summer series, presented in partnership with CMHC Granville Island. All Over the Map 2023: When: August 13, 2023 Time: 1-3pm Where: Granville Island, Picnic Pavilion Address: 1218 Cartwright St, Vancouver Phone: 604.893.8807 Website:
Continue Reading »

The Campbell Valley Nature House is in a heritage red barn within a heritage farmstead. Free, fun and informative interactive experiences for the whole family.  There’s a different kids’ craft every week. When: Saturday, Sundays and holiday Mondays from May-Labour Day weekend Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm Where: Campbell Valley
Continue Reading »

It’s summertime and the sun is shining! This month we’re headed to Mundy Park in Coquitlam to learn about sun safety and the sun’s role in the Fraser River Basin. We’ll be making sunscreen paintings and shade tents in the park! River Basin Days- Fun in the Sun When: Saturday,
Continue Reading »

Celebrate BC Day at Burnaby Village Museum! Entrance is always free, and the carousel will be open with tickets at $2.65 per ride. Throughout the day, catch live entertainment, demonstrations, workshops, and specialty presentations from Vancouver Circus School, the City of Burnaby’s Water Wagon, and more. BC Day at Burnaby
Continue Reading »

Join us at Mackin Park to watch and learn about cricket from the long-time Coquitlam cricket club the Windies! Learn about the game, have some snacks & drinks and even try playing with the team in a low-pressure and fun environment. Learn Cricket with the Windies Cricket Club When: Friday,
Continue Reading »

This summer, the FRDC is pleased to offer extra programming during long weekends with Summer Discovery Days. Take a closer look at the many ways things move around the Fraser River, then put your observations to work with family friendly challenges! Summer Discovery Days When: August 5-7, 2023 Time: 10:00am
Continue Reading »

Join us in Heritage Square as Musician and Songwriter Reza Bashiri performs songs in Farsi, English and Spanish for an unforgettable evening of folk music from Iran. This is a free, family-friendly event. Music in the Square with Reza Bashiri When:  August 25, 2023 Time: 7pm-8:30pm Where: Coquitlam Heritage at
Continue Reading »