Did you know you can explore popular Metro Vancouver parks, learn new information about the local areas and wildlife from educational guides for FREE? Metro Vancouver parks host exciting events throughout the year for families to find out more about nature and the environment around them. Check out these great
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Fall is at our doorstep and it’s time to get cozy! But getting cozy doesn’t mean hiding inside all weekend- in fact, there are plenty of farms, festivals, and outdoor fun to burn off some energy after a busy week. One of our favourite activities is to head to Krause
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Enhance your favourite films as you watch them on the big screen, accompanied by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra playing the score. Coming up in the 2026 – 2027 season: October 2 & 3: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in Concert October 30: Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas in
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Head to your local Chapters/Indigo for CHEAP arts, crafts, and storytime throughout the year! Events range from free (registration required) to a small fee, depending on the activity. Registration is required for all events. September 19: Learn, Play & Explore September 26: Cool Creature Make & Take September 27: Back
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Home Depot invites kids ages 5-12 to learn how to build a new item on 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
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If strolling through IKEA is your idea of a fun weekend activity, you’re not alone. Now, this kid-friendly company is offering even more for families with special events for visitors. Here are some FREE events happening at IKEA Richmond: September 13 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Glow Up
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Staples Stores are offering FREE in-store crafts and activities for kids! These monthly events feature popular brands such as Crayola, LEGO, Staedler and more. Pre-registration is required; click on the city titles below to register. Paint a Patagonia Volcano with Watercolour Brush Pens (ages 7+) Date: September 16, 2026 Time:
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Granville Island Kids Market is the place to be for kids (and young-at-heart adults). In addition to the plentiful stores and activities, the Kids Market hosts free, drop-in events for kids each month. Check back to see what’s happening each month. September 12 & 13 |10 AM – 2 PM
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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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Enjoy Cineplex Family Favourites on Saturday mornings at 11am. Watch a family favourite film each week for a discounted rate (under $6… exact prices depend on whether you are a Scene+ member and how you purchase your ticket). It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your
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