If you’re privileged to have the day off and your children don’t have to go to school, Family Day is a wonderful opportunity to explore British Columbia’s beautiful and fun activities. Some recommendations include:
- Make a day trip to Vancouver Island: If you live close enough for an easy day trip, go explore Vancouver Island. It has incredibly lush terrain packed with spots for hiking and camping.
- Take advantage of free skating on Family Day: Some local rinks in British Columbia will host a free skating day to celebrate the holiday. Many other free activities typically occur on the holiday.
- Visit a museum, gallery, or public attraction: Many public attractions stay open on Family Day, meaning it’s the perfect opportunity to go to a park or museum. Try the Royal BC Museum or the Museum of Anthropology.
- Go to Whistler Blackcomb: This ski resort in Whistler is offering 50 percent off the cost of full-day lift tickets for British Columbia residents on Family Day.
In addition to these family-focused activities, there are also plenty of official Family Day community events that will take place throughout British Columbia. Consider attending one of these this year:
- Family Day Geocache Hunt in Surrey: If you’ve never tried geocaching, now’s the time to see why it’s so popular. Attend the GPS-led treasure hunt in Surrey — you just need to register your family for the event.
- Family Day Scavenger Hunt at Langley Centennial Museum: If you like the idea of a treasure hunt but Surrey is too far away, try this event in Aldergrove. The treasure hunt takes place throughout the museum, so your children will learn lots about the area’s history while they explore. Snacks will be available, and some family-themed arts and crafts are also planned.
- Family Day at The Port Moody Museum: Port Moody Museum is hosting a “working on the railroad” event from 10 to 2 p.m. Before or after this event, you can check out the museum’s many exhibits celebrating the heritage and history of British Columbia.
- Family Day at The ACT Theatre in Maple Ridge: Children’s entertainer Rick Scott will host a performance that combines music, storytelling, and humor. If you have young kids, they’ll love the show and the other free events at The ACT Theatre that are scheduled from 11 to 3 p.m.
Take advantage of this wonderful time of year to reinforce your family bonds. With so many free community events and spots to visit, you should have no trouble filling out your Family Day itinerary.
No comments:
Post a Comment