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. August 3| 11am-4pm|Summerfest August 9 | 12pm & 1:30pm|
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You know summer has arrived when the berry fields around Metro Vancouver open. You can take your kids out to the berry patches, teach them about how fruit ends up on our table, get them to help pick the berries (inevitably they will add both over and under-ripe berries into
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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. There are currently no events scheduled at the Coquitlam location, but we’ve pulled out some fun FREE events happening at
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Summer is here, and there are so many free events that it’s hard to capture them all in one list! Our Summer Bucket List has our TOP free and paid activities of the summer, along with our favourite Family Fun Vancouver guides, but here is another fun way to check
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UBC is more than just an incredible academic destination for students from around the world; it’s also a bustling and vibrant city all of its own with plenty of family-friendly things to do! Spend a day at UBC and check out: -6 unique neighbourhoods -Wesbrook splash pad and University Association
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Situated atop wooden pilings over the mighty Fraser River, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery is one of the few remaining 19th century salmon canneries in BC. In its heyday, the Cannery was the largest building of its kind and the leading producer of canned salmon in BC. Now a dynamic
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Home Depot invites kids ages 5-12 to learn how to build a new item 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 incredibly
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Did you know that 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
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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. How to Train Your Dragon Adventure Date: July 2, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00
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Enjoy Cineplex Family Favourites on Saturday mornings at 11am. Watch a family favourite film each week for a discounted rate ($3.99 plus tax *in theatre price). It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family! June 28: Dog-Man   Cineplex Family Favourites: Date: Saturdays 2025 Time:
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