This is a great weekend to slow down with your family. The first two weeks of January are notoriously quieter as people get back into the routine of work and school, and businesses look ahead to the next big events on the calendar– Lunar New Year, Valentine’s Day, and Family Day! Still, there are some low-key events happening this weekend to get your crew out of the house for a few hours.
Here are our top picks for family-friendly events for the weekend of January 10-12, 2025
1. River Basin Days: Winter Weather Wonders | New Westminster
River Basin Days is a monthly series of outdoor public programs geared toward families. Our staff will guide you through 1-hour of activities, experiments, and art projects as you learn about the biodiversity of the Fraser River.
2. Friday Night Lights at Cypress | West Vancouver
Spend Friday nights outdoors at Gnarly’s Tube Park on Cypress Mountain. In addition to an evening full of fun, there will be hot chocolate, apple cider, and s’mores available fireside.
3. Cineplex Family Favourites | Various locations
Not ready to give up the holiday spirit yet? Or maybe you missed Christmas altogether because you were sick? Cineplex offers a discounted movie on Saturday mornings at 11:00am. The Family Favourite this weekend is “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.”
4. Landmark Cinema Sunday Funday | New Westminster or Surrey
Every Sunday is Kid’s Day at Landmark Cinemas and you can enjoy the best of movie theatre experiences for one great low price! For the low price of just $14.90, kids 13 and under can purchase a movie ticket AND a Snack Pack, which includes popcorn, a drink and a choice of treat. Unlike Cineplex, this deal is applicable to any movie currently playing.
5. Bright Walk at White Rock Pier | White Rock
It’s the last weekend of this stunning light display. Take in the sights and go for a crisp evening walk to say farewell to the holiday season!
6. Rolla Skate Club | Vancouver
Join Rolla Skate Club for all ages (and 19+) events that are a whole lot of fun. An afternoon or evening of roller skating is perfect for all ages and abilities, featuring different weekly themes, activities, and lively music. Free skate rentals are included in each ticket admission. This event runs every Saturday!
7. Lights by the Lake | Harrison Hot Springs
With the chaos of the holidays behind us, this is the perfect weekend to take a leisurely drive out to Harrison Hot Springs to see Lights by the Lake before it ends for this season. Enjoy a 2km light display along the promenade, a Christmas Tree trail, and an outdoor skating rink.
But wait…There’s more!
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