Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity for harvest-themed outings. For those who are in and around Vancouver this holiday long weekend, we’ve put together a few of our fave family friendly Thanksgiving events.
7 Family Friendly Thanksgiving activities
Visit Fort Langley
Thanksgiving weekend is the perfect time to head to Langley for an infusion of fall feels. Visit a cranberry bog, wander around Fort Langley Historic Site, check out the pumpkins and farm animals at Aldor Acres and drop into the Krause Berry Farms for a decadent pumpkin waffle.
>> Fall activities in Fort Langley
Floral Pumpkins Workshop – Designer Blooms
The Fancy Pumpkin Fall Workshop is offering a creative experience this October 12. Participants will spend the afternoon turning ordinary pumpkins into elegant vases, filled with beautiful fall flowers. Hosted in partnership with Lost Peak, the workshop provides all the materials and guidance needed to craft a stunning autumn centerpiece. Scheduled for 2 PM, it’s the perfect opportunity for those looking to add a unique, seasonal touch to their decor while enjoying a hands-on, festive activity. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, this event promises a delightful and inspiring experience
Take your pick at the Pumpkin Patch
Runs until October 31 2021, across the Lower Mainland
Most patches are open this weekend so get your dibs in early and enjoy the festive farmyard fun at one of these ten patches around the Lower Mainland. Don’t forget to wear rubber boots and bring a juiced up iPhone for all those cute snaps! Want your cutie to be featured on Instagram? Remember to tag @VancouverMom #VancouverMom for a chance to show up in our highlights.
Burnaby Village
Experience a fun-filled family movie night at Burnaby Village’s historic Central Park Theatre with Movies at the Museum! Join them on October 11 for Night at the Museum and October 12 for The Addams Family. Each admission includes a personal popcorn and a bottle of water, making it the perfect way to enjoy these family-friendly films in a unique, nostalgic setting.
October 11, 7pm-9pm, Night at the Musuem
October 12, 7pm-9pm, The Addams Family
6501 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby, BC
Get lost at the Chilliwack Corn Maze
Runs until October 31, 2021 Chilliwack
Each year the region’s biggest and most elaborate corn maze creates a new design based around a topical theme for their 12 acre maze. Added attractions: Cozy fall lunch items, farm animals, pedal carts, giant jumping pillows, duck race, games, tractor rides, mini tricycle area, fire pits, hay rides, giant sandbox and swing area, tire mountain, swings, corn box, cow roping and tether balls.
41905 Yale Rd W, Chilliwack, BC
Go for a fall walk
Vancouver is the ideal city for a crisp fall walk. The crowds of the summer have dissipated, the leaves are golden and green and mushrooms are popping up on the forest floor and beside sidewalks. There’s lots to see and do outdoors in the fall, so why not pack up the kids and go for a walk?
Dig into a pumpkin treat at your fave local shop!
The pumpkin patches are open, the scarves are out, and every second mom has a PSL in-hand. Why not go all out and pair it with a pumpkin bar, bun, cookie, pie or yes, gelato! Head to a favorite local shop and indulge in that post-Turkey feeling. There’s nothing like tasty goods to make it family friendly Thanksgiving!
