Metro Vancouver Family Day Events & Activities 2026
Family Day Long Weekend ahoy! If you’re wondering what to do, here are our picks for family day activities and events the kids will love. Almost everyone has a deal on tickets and passes, from free admission to the Aquarium and the Museum of Vancouver. Talk about a great weekend to check out some of those family day activities and attractions you’ve been curious about.
Vancouver
Vancouver Aquarium
February 7-16 , Vancouver
It’s free admission to the Aquarium for 12 and under when you purchase a regular admission. Hang out with their favourite sea creatures at the aquarium. Meet a parrot and a penguin, pose for family pictures or catch aquatic-themed puppet shows. Talk about a swimmingly good time.
Where: Vancouver Aquarium, 36800 BC-99, Squamish, BC
When: February 7-16, 2026
Time: 10am-5pm
Cost: Free child admission (ages 3-12) when you purchase regular admission
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Big Bang Festival
February 15, Vancouver
Celebrate Family Day Weekend with a musical adventure at the BIG BANG Festival, happening at the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre. Presented by Music on Main, this interactive festival is perfect for kids ages 5 and up, featuring live performances, cultural music experiences, and fun activities. Families can embark on a Musical Journey through unique Music Rooms. The festival kicks off with an Indigenous Welcome by Tsatsu Stalqayu (Coastal Wolf Pack) and continues with lively performances by The Carnival Band. Kids can also enjoy free activities like face painting, a music-infused bouncy castle, and an interactive light and colour exhibit.
Where: Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC
When: February 15, 2025
Time: 12pm-5pm
Cost: Admission is Free + $5 events
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Vancouver Maritime Museum *Free – Donations Welcome*
February 16, 2026
Join Vancouver Maritime Museum for Family Day 2026! This event, right in the heart of beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, promises a day filled with excitement that will entertain and educate family members of all ages.
Families will have the opportunity to participate in interactive exhibits, hands-on activities, and engaging educational programs. Plenty of activities will keep the family entertained during your visit, including hourly storytelling sessions, entertainment from The Merry Timers. Food trucks will be available onsite.
Where: Vancouver Maritime Museum, 1905 Ogden Avenue, Vancouver, BC
When: February 16, 2026
Time: 10am-5pm
Cost: Regular Admission
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Museum of Vancouver
February 16, Vancouver
Visit the MOV on Monday, February 16 at the Museum of Vancouver. Drop in throughout the day to explore hands-on activity booths led by local Vancouver artists and crafters.
Where: Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver, BC
When: February 16, 2026
Time: 11am-4pm
Cost: Regular Admission applies if you want to visit the galleries (Activity booths are free to access in the lobby but regular Museum admission applies if you’d like to visit the galleries. )
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Skating at Robson Square or the Shipyards *Free*
If you feel like lacing up for an outdoor spin, skating at the Robson Square or The Shipyards in North Vancouver are both free. Rentals available for a small free but if you can bring your own.
Family Day at Trout Lake Community Centre *Free*
February 16 2026, Vancouver
The community centre will be full of activities and you will have the opportunity to participate in program demonstrations, arts, sports, community dances, and pottery all while listening to great live music. Bring your friends and family and come join them in this festive fun event. Free skating and helmet rentals in the ice rink (limited availability).
Where: Trout Lake Community Centre, 3360 Victoria Drive, Vancouver
When: February 16, 2026
Time: 12pm-3pm
Cost: Free
Vancouver Art Gallery
February 15, Vancouver
Celebrate Family Day with a day of creativity and connection at the Gallery! Inspired by current exhibitions, families can explore storytelling, time travel, and geometric forests through hands-on activities, Family guided tours, and art-making workshops.
Where: Vancouver Art Gallery, 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver
When: February 15, 2026
Time: 11am-4pm
Cost: The Making Place & Family tours are open to all ages and included with Gallery Admissions.
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Burnaby
Burnaby Village Museum
February 16, Burnaby
Burnaby Village Museum is celebrating BC Heritage Week with guided tours exploring Burnaby’s food history throughout the day (10 am, noon, and 2 pm). Museum interpreters will take you through key exhibits, gardens, and the delecTABLE: Burnaby Food Journeys exhibit – each tour runs about an hour and 45 minutes. It’s perfect for families with kids five and up, but you need to pre-register since space is limited. Just know that the main museum, carousel, and cafe will be closed that day, but the special programming makes it worth the trip.
Where: Burnaby Village Museum
Time: 10am-345pm
Cost: Free, but space is limited. Pre registration is required (10am, 12pm & 2pm)
Coquitlam & Port Coquitlam
Family Day Activities in Port Coquitlam
February 14 & 15, 2026
Port Coquitlam is celebrating Family Day weekend early with free activities on February 14 and 15! Whether your family wants to get moving, dive into some creative projects, or just hang out together, they’ve got something that’ll hit the spot. Best part? It’s all free, so you can try a little bit of everything without worrying about the cost.
Where: Various locations in Port Coquitlam
When: February 14 & 15, 2026
Cost: Free (Must Register)
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Family Day Activities in Coquitlam
February 15-16
Coquitlam is going all out for Family Day weekend with tons of free and low-cost activities! The big highlight is Lights at Lafarge at Town Centre Park – Metro Vancouver’s largest free light display runs until February 16, with special Family Day fun happening from 5-8 pm on both Sunday and Monday (plus a “Mystery at the Lake” event Sunday evening). If your kids need to burn some energy, hit up City Centre Aquatic Complex or Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex for drop-in skating and swimming all weekend. There are also community centre celebrations happening at Pinetree, Poirier, Maillardville, and Town Centre Park with arts, crafts, games, and sports drop-ins for different age groups. Just remember that most activities need pre-registration 48 hours ahead, so don’t wait until the last minute! It’s basically a full weekend of fun without having to drive all over the Lower Mainland.
Where: Various location in Coquiltam
When: February 15-16, 2026
Time: Various times
Cost: Free and lost cost admissions
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Photo Album Making at Mackin House
February 16
Want to do something different this Family Day? Head to the Mackin House Museum on Monday where Senior-in-Residence Merril Hall will help families create their own photo collage albums – the kind you’ll actually want to pull out and flip through years from now. All the supplies are provided, but bring your own photos if you have some favorites you want to include (think printed pics from your phone, old family snapshots, whatever you’ve got!)
Where: Coquitlam Heritage at Mackin House, 1116 Brunette Ave, Coquitlam
When: February 16, 2026
Time: 12pm-4pm
Cost: Free, RSVP appreciated but not required (All ages welcome)
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Langley
Family Day at Fort Langley *Kids Free*
Monday February 16, Fort Langley
Travel back to 1840. Try barrel-making, watch the blacksmith work, and shape your own piece of metal at the Jr. Blacksmith Shop. Go to the Big House and use a nib pen and ink to sign on with the Hudson’s Bay Company at Fort Langley. And also join a kid-friendly scavenger hunt. PS: The fort café will be open. PPS: Check out the kids play area! Free admission for 17 and under.
Where: Fort Langley National Historic Site , 23433 Mavis Avenue, Fort Langley
When: February 16, 2026
Time: 10am-430pm
Cost: Free – Admissions and activities are free for visitors aged 17 and under.
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Family Day Sweet Spot
February 14-16, Langley
Willowbrook Mall is turning into a candy wonderland that’ll have your kids bouncing off the walls (in the best way possible!). Head over for a fun family caricature portrait that you’ll treasure forever, strike a pose at their candy-inspired photo-op, and then let the kids try their luck at the giant gumball machine. Each spin is just $5, and here’s the sweet part – every single penny goes straight to the Langley Food Bank. So you get to have a blast with the family AND support your community.
Where: Willowbrook Mall, 19705 Fraser Hwy, Langley, BC
When: February 14-16, 2026
Time: 11am-3pm
Timms Community Centre
February 16, Langley
Head to Timms Community Centre where admission is totally free and the fun is endless! Your kids can bounce their hearts out in inflatable castles, conquer obstacle courses, and get creative at the craft stations (hello, fridge-worthy masterpieces!). There’s even a special parent and tot play area for your littlest ones, so everyone from baby to big kid gets to join in. Pack up the crew and come ready to play, laugh, and connect with your community, it’s the kind of family day that’ll have everyone asking “can we come back next year?”
Where: Timms Community Centre, 20399 Douglas Crescent, Langley, BC
When: February 16, 2026
Time: 11am-2pm
Cost: Free
Maple Ridge
Winter Family Fun Day & Market
February 16, Maple Reidge
Get ready for a fantastic free family event with tons of fun both inside and outside! You’ll find games, crafts, and the chance to meet real firefighters, police officers, and St John Ambulance crew (and check out their super cool trucks and cars). There’s music, interactive displays, and the highlight of the day: an umbrella parade! If your kids are under 12, have them decorate a small or regular sized umbrella to show off and win prizes. Plus, browse through a market with over 35 vendors while you’re there. It’s the perfect way to spend a day with the family without spending a dime!
Where: Maple Ridge Lions Club, 23448 Jim Robson Way, Maple Ridge, BC
When: February 16, 2026
Time: 10am – 3pm
Cost: Free
New Westminster
City of New Westminster Family Day *Free*
February 14-16, 2026, New Westminister
Enjoy a weekend full of fun, creativity, and discovery with activities for families of all shapes and sizes! From hands-on experiences to active adventures, everything is low-cost or free. Some activities require registration—Don’t miss out on the fun!
Various locations in New Westminster click on the link below:
>> City of New Westminster Family Day
Caring in Nature
Love isn’t just a human thing, it’s everywhere in nature! This program explores how species along the Fraser River care for each other, from humans helping salmon to trees supporting surrounding plants. Through hands-on activities, families can discover how birds protect each other in flocks, learn about animal family bonds, and write love letters to their favorite beings, whether that’s a pet, a wild animal, or even a plant. It’s a sweet way to see nature through a whole new lens.
Where: Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster
When: February 14-16, 2026
Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: Free on February 16, Regular Admission on February 14 & 15
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North Vancouver
Love Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge
The Capilano Suspension Bridge Park transforms into a glowing wonderland for Love Lights – basically the most romantic winter date night in Vancouver. The iconic suspension bridge, Cliffwalk, and Treetops Adventure are all lit up with millions of twinkling lights, plus there are adorable photo ops everywhere (think giant LOVE signs and heart balloon displays). The Cliff House Restaurant is serving up special Valentine’s treats like the Smoke Show Martini and Raspberry HibisKiss, and the Trading Post has sweet gifts and keepsakes. Whether it’s a date night, family outing, or just some self-love, it’s the perfect excuse to wander through a sparkling forest after dark.
Where: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver,
When: January 30 – February 26, 2026
Time: 10am-9pm
Cost: Check for Pricing for Admission
North Vancouver Recreation & Culture
February 14 -16, North Vancouver
North Vancouver Recreation & Culture has you covered with a lineup of activities that’ll keep everyone happy. Whether your crew wants to hit the ice for public skating, splash around at the pool, get creative in art workshops, burn energy with indoor sports, or just let the little ones loose at playtime sessions, there’s something for every kind of family. The best part? It’s all super affordable, so you can actually enjoy the long weekend without the guilt of overspending.
Where: Various North Vancouver Community Centres
When: February 14-16, 2026
Cost: $2-5
Family Fun Day at Cypress Mountain
February 16, North Vancouver
Cypress Mountain is going all out for Family Day this year! Head to Cypress Creek Lodge where a magician will be wowing kids from 1-2 pm, followed by Peter G&G performing from 2-4 pm in the Heritage Room. While you’re there, send the kids on a golden ticket scavenger hunt around the mountain for prizes, and let them get their faces painted all afternoon long.
Where: Cypress Mountain, 6000 Cypress Bowl Road, West Vancouver, BC
When: February 17, 2026
Time: 1pm-4pm (performances)
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Richmond
Family Fun Days at Richmond Nature Park
Visit Richmond Nature Park for adventurous family fun! Explore the bog through special scavenger hunts. New this year: the Woodland photo booth. Choose a wacky animal prop, snap an unforgettable family portrait and create a take-home twig picture frame.
Where: Richmond Nature Park, 11851 New Westminster Hwy, Richmond, BC
Time: 9am-5pm
Cost: Admission by Donation
Children’s Art Festival *Cheap*
February 16, Richmond
Celebrate BC Family Day at the 17th annual Children’s Arts Festival in Richmond. Take part in a vibrant and engaging array of music, hands-on activities, literary and performing arts activities for children ages 3 to 12.
Where: Richmond Cultural Centre and Cultural Centre Annex, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond BC,
When: February 16, 2025
Time: 10am-5pm
Cost: General Admission is Free
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Family Day at the Cannery *Kids Free*
February 16, Richmond
Take a tour around this historic building in Steveston, and learn about how fishing and canning helped build Vancouver. The old canning line will be clunking into action too. Admission is free for 17 and under. PS: Cap your visit off with lunch at nearby Pajo’s Fish & Chips.
Where: Gulf of Georgia Cannery , 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam
When: February 17, 2025
Time: 1030am-430pm
Cost: Adults $14.75, Seniors $12.50. Admissions and activities are Free for children and youth aged 17 and under.
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Surrey
Family Day Activities in Surrey
February 13-16
Surrey is making Family Day easy this year with tons of free and low-cost activities happening across the Family Day Weekend. Whether you hit up one of the many community centres, explore the Museum of Surrey, or spend the afternoon at your local library, there’s something fun for every family. No need to stress about planning – just pick from their lineup of activities.
Where: Various Locations in Surrey
When: February 13-16, 2026
Time: Depends on what event or activity
Cost: Free or low cost
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Squamish
Sea to Sky Gondola
February 14 – 16, Squamish
Spend the weekend reconnecting with family and nature at Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge! Stroll scenic trails, warm up by the Backyard fire pits, and enjoy live music, games, and a family-friendly scavenger hunt. Treat yourself to delicious food specials, creamy hot chocolate, and exclusive passholder discounts. With activities for all ages, it’s a weekend of fun you won’t want to miss!
Where: Sea to Sky Gondola, 36800 BC-99, Squamish, BC
Time: 9am-5pm (last ride down 6pm)
When: February 14-16, 2026
Cost: Check for pricing
