Family-Friendly Events in March in Metro Vancouver
March in Metro Vancouver is bursting with family-friendly events that welcome the arrival of spring! From outdoor festivals and cultural celebrations to interactive museum exhibits and hands-on workshops, there’s no shortage of exciting activities for kids and parents alike. Whether you’re hunting for Spring Break fun, exploring cherry blossom festivals, or catching live performances, March is packed with opportunities to make lasting family memories. Check out our ultimate guide to the best family events in Metro Vancouver this March and start planning your next adventure!
Free and Cheap Family Friendly Events in March in Metro Vancouver
CelticFest Vancouver
CelticFest Vancouver is back on March 15, 2025, bringing a lively St. Patrick’s Day celebration to East Vancouver! This free, family-friendly festival is packed with Irish culture, featuring live music, dance, art, and interactive activities for all ages. Kids will love storytelling sessions, tin whistle workshops, face painting, a photo booth, games, and a bouncy castle. Don’t miss the Secret Society of Books Truck, young performers from the O’Brien School of Irish Dance and Vancouver School of Irish Music, and lively sets from The O’Neills, award-winning Jocelyn Pettit, and more. Get your green on and celebrate with a day of music, culture, and fun!
When: Saturday March 15
Time: 10-6pm
Where: Famee Furlane of Vancouver, 2605 E Pender Street, Vancouver, BC
Cost: FREE
Vancouver Public Library | March 1, 2025
Drop in for some LEGO® building fun at this block party at Various Vancouver Libraries! Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. For Grades K-7.
When: March 1, 2025
Event: Lego Block Party
Locations: Kensington Branch, 1428 Cedar Cottage Mews, Vancouver, BC
Time: 2pm-4pm
When: March 1, 2025
Event: Lego Block Party
Locations: Kerrisdale Branch, 2112 W 42nd Ave, Vancouver, BC
Time: 2pm-3pm
When: March 1, 2025
Event: Lego Block Party
Locations: Mount Pleasant Branch, 1 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC
Time: 2pm-330pm
When: March 1, 2025
Event: Lego Block Party
Locations: Collingwood Branch, 2985 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC
Time: 230pm-330pm
Coastal Dance Festival | March 4-9, 2025
The 18th annual Coastal Dance Festival returns from March 4-9, 2025, celebrating Indigenous stories, song, and dance at two venues: the Museum of Anthropology (MOA) at UBC and the Anvil Centre in New Westminster. After six years, the festival is back at MOA following seismic upgrades, while continuing its strong connection with the Anvil Centre. This year’s expanded program features artists from the Pacific Northwest, Montreal, Australia, and New Zealand, offering a powerful celebration of Indigenous culture.
When: March 4-6, 2025
Where:The Museum of Anthropology (MOA), 6493 NW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC
Cost: Free with MOA Admission $40 adults, $30 students
When: March 5-7, 2025
Where: Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC
Cost: $22.50 for adults/seniors for matinee, $31.50 Adults, $26.50 for students/seniors for evening performance
International Women’s Day March | March 8, 2025
Join the International Women’s Day March in Vancouver for a day of solidarity, activism, and celebration! The event kicks off with an Indigenous welcome ceremony, followed by powerful speeches from community leaders and activists. Get creative at the free sign-making station starting at 12:00 p.m., bring the kids to the Activity Table, and check out the merch booth. ASL interpreters will be available to ensure accessibility for all. Organized by a grassroots volunteer committee, this march amplifies the voices of self-identifying women and raises awareness of the issues they face in our community. Let’s stand together for change!
When: March 8, 2025
Time: 12pm-4pm
Where: Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza, 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC
Cost: Free
Vancouver Maritime Museum | March 15, 2025
Embark on a journey of exploration and education at this family-friendly OPEN HOUSE presented by the Vancouver Maritime Museum and Oarlock & Sail Wooden Boat Club.
Engage in various activities such as listening to enchanting storytelling sessions, colouring crafts, and learning about building a boat from scratch!
Whether you’re a curious child or an adult, this free event offers something for everyone to enjoy.
When: March 15, 2025
Where: Vancouver Maritime Museum
Time: 11am-3pm
Cost: FREE-Donations welcome
BC Junos Plaza Party | March 15, 2025
The 2025 JUNOS are coming to Vancouver, and Surrey is kicking off the celebration with a free pre-party! Enjoy live performances from 30 + JUNO nominees and local musicians, 6 stages and DJs, plus family-friendly activities for a fun-filled night of music and excitement!
When: March 15, 2025
Time: 2pm-10pm
Where: Surrey Civic Plaza, 13450 104 Avenue, Surrey, BC
Cost: Free
Spring Break at Kids Market on Granville Island | March 17-28, 2025
Head to Kids Market on Granville Island for two weeks of exciting activities! From March 17-28, enjoy daily entertainment, including crafts, interactive magic shows, face painting, puppet performances, and live music. With something new happening each weekday, it’s the perfect way to keep the little ones entertained while exploring one of Vancouver’s most beloved family spots!
When: March 17-28, 2025
Time: Various times depending on the day
Where: Kids Market, 1496 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, BC
Cost: Workshops have a cost and will need to pre-register, other events are free.
Monster Jam | March 21-23, 2025
Monster Jam roars back into British Columbia for a thrilling weekend of high-flying action! Get ready for massive trucks, high-speed racing, and jaw-dropping freestyle stunts that will have the whole family on the edge of their seats. Don’t miss this action-packed motorsports experience—it’s loud, exciting, and full of adrenaline-fueled fun!
When: March 21-23, 2025
Time: 1pm & 7pm
Where: Pacific Coliseum at the PNE, 2901 E. Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC
Cost: $22 -$78 (Prices depends on what seat you are sitting in)
Fort Langley National Historic Site | March 15-30, 2025
This Spring Break, Fort Langley National Historic Site invites little explorers to Wild Wonders: Discover Nature & Animals, a fun-filled adventure with hands-on activities and interactive learning. Follow clues in the Parka the Beaver Scavenger Hunt, meet local conservation groups, and watch costumed interpreters bring history to life. It’s the perfect mix of nature, history, and family fun!
When: March 14-30, 2025
Time: 10am -5pm
Where: Fort Langley National Historic Site, 23433 Mavis Ave, Langley Twp, BC
Cost: $9 for Adults, $7.50 for Seniors, Youth 17 and under are Free
Burnaby Village Museum | March 17-28, 2025
Explore the rich history of Burnaby’s diverse communities at this 10-acre open-air site, open daily with free admission. Engage with Indigenous educators, stroll through historic homes and businesses, and enjoy interactive activities like storytime at the Indigenous Learning House (2 PM daily), quilt-making demos, heritage games, mahjong, steam demos, and schoolyard fun. Don’t miss the scavenger hunt highlighting Nowruz celebrations or hands-on experiences like table tennis, coffee grinding, and Ruby’s lunch display—a perfect mix of education and family fun!
When: March 17-28, 2025
Time: 11am-430pm
Where: Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby
Cost: FREE
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