Family Day Weekend (Feb 14-17)
Fri, Feb 14 – Mon, Feb 17
Indoors or outdoors, the City of Richmond and community partners have planned over 60 family-friendly activities to do together over the upcoming Family Day weekend.
Register for any of the free and low-cost activities listed below and get ready to be active and enjoy time together!
3 Ways to Register
- Select the Browse & Register button
- 604-276-4300, Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm (excluding statutory holidays)
- In-person at any community facility. Note: Debit, cheque and cash are also accepted when registering in person
Britannia Shipyards | 5180 Westwater Drive
FREE> Britannia Shipyards Visit - Drop-In
Step inside the beautifully preserved heritage buildings and discover Richmond’s multicultural boatbuilding and fishing history. Explore the Seine Net Loft through hands-on activities, crafts and a fun scavenger hunt for kids.
All ages
10:00am-4:00pm Free
Steveston Tram | 4011 Moncton Street
FREE> Steveston Tram Visit - Drop-In
Discover Richmond’s transportation heritage. Be hands-on with history – explore interactive displays and pick up a mini-tram paper craft to take home. Take souvenir photos with our tram conductor dress-up costumes, and join the Jr. Conductor club for frequent visitors.
All ages
10:00am-4:00pm Free
Richmond Nature Park | 11851 Westminster Hwy
FREE> Eco-Arts - Drop-In
Unleash your creativity and connect with the environment in this hands-on eco-art activity with an artist. Using natural materials like leaves, twigs, and other natural materials, participants will create unique and meaningful art pieces inspired by nature.
All ages
11:00am-3:00pm
Fri, Feb 14; Sun, Feb 16; Mon, Feb 17
FREE> Urban Forestry Walk at Richmond Nature Park - Drop-In
Join a guided walk through the forest led by an urban forestry graduate and learn to identify various tree and fern species, understand their ecological roles, and hear fascinating insights into forest ecosystems.
All ages
11:00am-3:00pm
Sat, Feb 15 – Mon, Feb 19
FREE> Naturalist Talks - Drop-In
Join a naturalist to explore water bugs, discovering fascinating aquatic life in their intricate habitats, showcasing nature's incredible diversity.
All ages
11:00am-3:00pm Free
Adventure Labs | Terra Nova Park, Richmond Nature House, Garden City Park & Paulik Park
Check out the 3 Adventure Labs in Richmond!
This interactive, app-based experience is a virtual scavenger hunt for the whole family! Players download the interactive app onto a smartphone (QR code at Nature House front desk) and are guided by GPS to various locations. At each stop, players answer questions and learn facts about wildlife and ecology at the park. Enjoy the adventure when the Nature House is open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Watch a short tutorial to learn how to use the interactive app.
Link to Adventure Lab: richmond.ca/geocaching
All ages
Free
Play at Terra Nova Park: Richmond GeoTour Terra Nova Adventure Lab
Play in the Richmond Nature House: Richmond GeoTour Nature House Mini Adventure
Play at Garden City Park and Paulik Park: Richmond GeoTour Garden City Park and Paulik Park
Richmond Children's Arts Festival | 7700 Minoru Gate
Explore the arts through magical storytelling, exciting acrobatic and dance shows, and a variety of musical entertainment. Visit Richmond Children's Arts Festival for a complete list of activities.
Richmond Art Gallery | 7700 Minoru Gate
Exhibitions (running until Mar 23, 2023)
Dear Plastic - Drop-In
Ari Bayuaji, Emily Hermant, Caroline Monnet, Alex Tedlie-Stursberg, Cheryl Wong
This five featured artist of this exhibition creatively and critically engage with a wide range of plastics and related materials thorugh the media of scultprure and weaving. They clearly delight in the potential of plastic as artistic material, which they reused, repurposed or reimagined to fashion visually arresting works.
Persimmon Blackbridge: Speak No (emergency) - Drop-In
Co-presented by Tangled Disability
In this stunning installation artist Persimmon Blackbridge urgently responds to the devastation of and despair around climate change. Covering the gallery walls with dozens of hand fashioned figures, she creates a desolate, desperate army who have come together in the face of rampant forest fires, polluted oceans, and climate denial.
Self Guided Visit at the Art Gallery
Art Gallery Exhibition Spaces - Drop-In
Drop-in throughout the day to view the current exhibitions and create a small collaged artwork in response to the art you see. Your artworks can be taken home, or hung up on the community gallery walls in the Hope Smith Art Lounge. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
10:00am-4:00pm Free
Children's Arts Festival - Creativity Classes: Mini Loom Weaving
Inspired by some of the artworks in the group exhibition Dear Plastic, learn all about weaving using a small-scale loom with found, recycled, and everyday materials. Have fun learning a new technique to create a small wall hanging or decorative artwork. Adult participation required.
Richmond Art Gallery Program Room
3-5yrs
10:30-11:30am
$10
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6-8yrs
12:30-1:30pm
$10
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9-12yrs
2:00-3:30pm
$10
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Richmond Museum | 7700 Minoru Gate
Fri, Feb 14 - Mon, Feb 17
FREE> Exhibition: Family Treasures - Drop-In
Explore Richmond’s Family Treasures with us. Discover the many ways our treasures and heirlooms reveal our unique histories while also showing surprising connections.
Historical Walking Tours
Explore the city with Richmond Museum’s free downloadable historic walking tours. Tours typically take two hours or less, but participants are invited to go at their own pace and enjoy our picturesque city. Current guides include Terra Nova, Sea Island and Brighouse neighbourhoods. Visit Richmond Museum Walking Tours for more information and to download tours.
Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 7660 Minoru Gate
FREE> Teddy Bear Repair Café
Join the Richmond Museum and Richmond Environmental Programs for a heartwarming and interactive experience at the Teddy Bear Repair Cafe. Schedule an appointment with our team of friendly “doctors” who are specialists in stitching up rips and tears, reattaching limbs, and re-stuffing toys that need some extra plumping. Your treasured stuffed toy will be in good hands with us! Be sure to sign up as space is limited! While waiting, families can participate in an exciting Treasure Hunt to explore the Richmond Museum’s new exhibit, Family Treasures. Discover the many ways our treasures and heirlooms reveal our unique histories while also showing surprising connections. Richmond is encouraging residents, of all ages, to “Rethink Waste” to help reduce waste and support a circular economy, including extending the life of well-loved stuffed toys by maintaining and repairing them rather than buying new. This event is funded with assistance from Metro Vancouver. Registration required.
11:00am-3:00pm
Register: Teddy Bear Repair Cafe
Cambie Community Centre | 12800 Cambie Road
We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.
Sun, Feb 16FREE> Canvas Painting
Create a one-of-a-kind piece to take home, guided by expert facilitators and inspired by imagination and a variety of vibrant paint options. Supplies included. Registration required.
6-12 years
10:00am-11:30am
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Mon, Feb 17
FREE> Parent and Tot Playtime - Drop-in
Play on the toys and equipment and socialize together. Parent participation required. No instruction provided.
Up to 5 years
9:00am-11:30am
FREE> Family Open Gym - Drop-in
Engage in a variety of different sports and activities in the gym.
9:00am-11:30am
FREE> Pancake Breakfast
Enjoy a breakfast and entertainment together. Adult participation and registration required for children and adults. Held at East Richmond Community Hall, 12360 Cambie Road.
All ages
9:30-11:00am
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FREE> Chakradance
Discover the joy of self-expression through music, dance, chakras and mandala art creation including the whimsical world of modern fairytales, the fluidity of movement and the tranquility of meditation. Registration required.
3-5 years
11:45am-12:30pm
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City Centre Community Centre | 5900 Minoru Blvd
Mon, Feb 17
FREE> Storytelling Session - Drop-In
Join Mekdes Gete, a dedicated Early Childhood Educator (ECE) and certified Montessori teacher for some stories, dance and movement.
All ages
1:00-2:30pm
FREE> Playtime - Parent and Tot - Drop-In
Play on the toys and equipment and socialize together. For children up to 5 years old. Parent participation required. No instruction provided.
Up to 5 years
10:30am-12:30pm
Sun, Feb 16
FREE> Cards, Crafts and Conversations
Play cards alongside fellow seniors and youth and get creative making a clay creation to take home. Supplies included. Registration required.
55+ years
2:00-4:00pm
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Hamilton Community Centre \ 5140 Smith Drive
Sat, Feb 15
FREE> Family Day Fun - Drop-In
Celebrate at this free event with an inflatable, arts and crafts, giant board games, tasty snacks and an entertaining show!
All ages
10:30am-noon
Mon, Feb 17
FREE> Family Open Gym - Drop-In
All ages
9:00am-2:45pm
FREE> Youth Open Gym - Drop-In
11-18yrs
3:00-7:30pm
South Arm Community Centre | 8880 Williams Rd
Mon, Feb 17
Family Fun Day
Celebrate with the whole family through a variety of engaging activities.
8:00am-8:00pm
FREE> Scavenger Hunt
Participate in a fun scavenger hunt throughout the centre. Work as a team to find the hidden gems. Return your scavenger hunt page to the front desk for a chance to win 1 of 10 City of Richmond Gift Cards.
All ages
FREE> Reading Corner - Drop-In
Enjoy some quiet time by reading books with or to one another in a comfy, cozy space.
All ages
9:00-11:00am
FREE> Playtime - Parent and Tot - Drop-In
Play on equipment and socialize together. No instruction provided. Parent participation required.
Up to 5 years
9:30-11:00am
FREE> Fit Circuit
Enjoy circuit training that combines strength, agility, and play, all while creating lasting memories as a family. Registration required.
6+yrs
9:45-10:15am
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D.I.Y. (Do-It-Yourself) Projects - Collage Making
Bring along pictures of your special moments to design and decorate your own personal take home collage to frame and display. Create a personalized and fun picture frame on this hands-on program that utilizes a variety of different materials that include paper, felt and paint to bring home! One picture frame per family. Materials and supplies provided. Parent participation required.
All ages
10:00am-1:00pm
Wacky Science - Parent and Child
Explore the explosive and somewhat messy world of potions and science through simple and safe experiments. Parent participation required. Registration required.
5+yrs
10:00-11:00am
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11:15am-12:15pm
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FREE> Line Dancing
Practice the fun, easy-to-learn and basic moves that make up current line dancing today. No experience required.
All ages
10:30-11:30am
FREE> Sports - Drop-In
Play a variety of sports together including soccer, volleyball, basketball and more. No instruction provided.
3+yrs
11:00am-12:30pm
FREE> Yoga
Incorporate poses, breathing techniques and positive affirmations to improve coordination, strength and flexibility. Registration required.
6+yrs
11:45am-12:45pm
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FREE> Board Games - Drop-In
All ages
1:00-3:00pm
FREE> Taiko Drumming - Drop-In
Enjoy learning different patterns and rhythms in this uplifting and unique group playing experience. No experience required.
All ages
1:00-2:30pm
FREE> Charades
Bring your acting skills for some fun family competition.
All ages
1:30-2:30pm
FREE> Dodgeball - Drop-In
Join together for a Family Day game of Dodgeball—an action-packed afternoon of fun, laughter, and friendly competition! Whether you're dodging, ducking, or cheering from the sidelines, it’s a great way to bond and create lasting memories.
6+yrs
2:30-3:30pm
FREE> Open Gym - Drop-In
Enjoy open gym activities for the whole family including preschool age play equipment and giant lawn games.
All ages
4:30-6:00pm
Steveston Community Centre | 4111 Moncton St
Fri, Feb 14
FREE> Ballet
Spin, twirl and leap while discovering the fun aspects of this popular dance style.
6-9yrs
5:30-6:15pm
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FREE> Art for Twos - Parent and Tot
Paint, draw, make crafts and sing songs in this fun and interactive program.
2yrs
9:00-9:45am
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FREE> Playtime - Parent and Tot - Drop-In
0-5yrs
9:00am-5:00pm
FREE> Art Adventures
Build fine motor skills by making and taking home a new creation each session that includes creating art from paper, tempera paint, drawing and multi-media. Supplies included.
3-5yrs
9:45-10:30am
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FREE> Open Gym - Drop-In
Families are welcome to take part in open gym activities. Come and connect with other community members and participate in sport activities.
All ages
10:00-11:30am
FREE> Past Preschool Participants’ Reunion - Drop-In
All past Steveston Preschool participants are welcomed to the centre for a reunion. Come and connect with other alumnus and share your favourite preschool memories. Light refreshments, and children’s activities will be offered.
All ages
10:00am-1:00pm
FREE> Craft Combo
Explore creativity through art projects that include different mediums and learning new skills.
3-5yrs
10:45-11:30am
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FREE> Basketball
Practice dribbling, passing and shooting skills followed by friendly games.
9-12yrs
11:40am-12:40pm
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FREE> Craft Combo
Create unique paper and jewelry crafts using stamps, beads and mosaics.
6-9yrs
11:45am-12:30pm
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FREE> Basketball Development Skills
Improve skill and fitness levels with a focus on intermediate skills with instructor-led offensive and defensive techniques and drills.
13-18yrs
12:45-1:45pm
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FREE> Playtime - Parent and Tot - Drop-In
0-5yrs
9:00am-12:00pm
FREE> Yoga Playtime - Parent and Tot
Run around, play and wind down in this child-centered play program. Parent participation and registration required
3-5yrs
9:30-10:15am
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FREE> Drawing and Sketching
Develop a passion for creativity by experimenting with art materials that include pencils, pastels and paint to create unique drawings and sketches. Supplies included. Registration required.
9+yrs
10:00-11:30am
#00397262
FREE> Cookie Decorating Workshop
Learn decorating techniques that include flooding and piping and then design and take home personalized cookies using delicious and easy-to-make royal icing. Instruction, workshop workbook and supplies included.
13-18yrs
11:00am-12:00pm
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FREE> Pancake Breakfast
Bring the family to this special breakfast complete with fruit, juice, coffee and other tasty items. Adult participation required. Registration required.
All Ages
9:00-10:00am
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10:30-11:30am
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FREE> Fun Crafts - Drop-In
Join us for family fun activities that include crafts, games, face painting and more.
All Ages
9:30am-2:30pm
FREE> Fun Zone - Drop-In
Join our fun family activities that include a play area, games, inflatable games, activities and more.
All Ages
10:00am-2:00pm
FREE> Preschool Info Table
Learn more about our preschool programs and meet some of our instructors. Drop by our Family Craft Zone and look for the preschool table.
All Ages
10:00am-2:00pm
FREE> Fun with Origami - Parent and Child
Transform 6 x 6" pieces of paper into fun origami designs with step-by-step instruction. Parent participation and registration of child only required.
6+yrs
1:30-2:30pm
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Thompson Community Centre | 5151 Granville Ave
Sat, Feb 15
FREE> Pickleball Open Gym - Drop-In
All ages
12:15-2:15pm Free
FREE> Badminton Open Gym - Drop-In
All ages
2:30-4:30pm Free
Mon, Feb 17
FREE> Sports Day
Jump into friendly competition against other families playing a variety of mini games. Connect through active play and create some lasting memories. Parent participation and registration required for children and adults. Suitable for children 3-10 years. Family costume/theme coordinator encouraged!
3yrs+
10:30am-12:00pm
#00369014
FREE> Pickleball Open Gym - Drop-In
All ages
12:30-3:30pm
FREE> Basketball Open Gym - Drop-In
All ages
4:00-6:30pm
West Richmond Community Centre | 9180 No. 1 Rd
Fri, Feb 14
Open Gym - Drop-in
All ages
2:15-5:15pm
Drop-In fees apply
Sat, Feb 15
FREE> Photo Frame Creation Workshop - Parent and Child
Make a personalized photo frame keepsake together using wood sticks and cotton thread. Supplies included. Adult participation required. Registration required.
8yrs+
9:15-10:15am
#00369160
10:30-11:30am
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11:45am-12:45pm
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Pickleball Court Bookings
Bookings open for pre-registration starting Feb 8 at noon.
All ages
1:30-3:45pm
Drop-in fees apply
Sun, Feb 16
Open Gym - Drop-in
All ages
9:15-11:15am
Drop-In fees apply
Pickleball Court Bookings
Bookings open for pre-registration starting Feb 9 at noon.
All ages
3:00-3:45pm
Drop-in fees apply
Mon, Feb 17
FREE> Popcorn and Pajamas Movie Night - Drop-In
Enjoy watching the delightful and all-ages "The Garfield Movie" together while connecting with other community members. Bring your own cup. Adult participation required for children under 13. Popcorn and hot chocolate provided.
All ages
3:00-5:30pm
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Minoru Centre for Active Living | Aquatic Centre 7191 Granville Ave
Mon, Feb 17
Family Day at Minoru Centre for Active Living - Minoru Inclusive Swim - Drop-In
Free fall from the drop slide, splash in the spray features, race down the double slide, float through the lazy river. Little ones can play in the tot-friendly leisure pool play area and there's the option to work out in the 8,500 square foot fitness centre with state of the art equipment, swim laps or water jog in one of the two 25m lap pools. Don't miss a visit to the adult or family hot tub, steam room and two saunas.
The Wibit (inflatable obstacle course) will be open:
Mon, Feb 17, 11:00am-2:00pm
All ages
Regular admission rates apply
Note: During the Wibit opening, diving board will be closed from 11:00am to 2:00pm. The drop slide, diving board and rock climbing wall will be closed from 2:00 to 2:30pm for the WIBIT take down.
Minoru Centre for Active Living | Seniors Centre 7191 Granville Ave
Sun, Feb 16
Take Home Floral Arrangement - Intergenerational
Design and make a unique take home floral arrangement in this fun, creative and social session with family members. Wooden doll pegs are provided as decoration for the arrangement and can be painted to resemble family members. Instructed by an experienced florist. One registration covers the supplies of one floral arrangement and one set of wooden pegs. Registration required.
All ages - One person (55+) to register on behalf of entire family
2:30- 4:30pm Free TBA
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Minoru Centre for Active Living | Fitness Centre 7191 Granville Ave
Mon, Feb 17
FREE> F3 Boot Camp – Family Fun Fitness
Enjoy this fun activity together as a fantastic way to boost fitness, teamwork, and family bonding. Move through strength, cardio, and agility stations while grooving to energizing music.
13yrs+
11:00am-12:00pm
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Watermania 14300 | Entertainment Blvd
Mon, Feb 17
FREE> Swim to Survive
Practice the three basic skills needed to survive an unexpected fall into deep water: roll into the deep water; tread water for one minute; and swim 50 meters. Non-swimmers can participate while wearing a life jacket/PFD. Families are encouraged to take the class together. Registration required.
All ages
1:00-1:30pm
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1:45-2:15pm
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2:30-3:00pm
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3:15-3:45pm
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Water Smart-themed Scavenger Hunt - Drop-In
Come to Watermania for excitement, mystery and fun working together to complete this unique family-friendly activity!
Regular admission rates apply
1:00-4:00pm
Water Smart Activities - Drop-In
Participate in some of these fun activities designed by the Lifesaving Society.
Regular admission rates apply
1:00-4:00pm
Minoru Arenas | 7551 Minoru Gate
Mon, Feb 17
FREE> Family Day Public Skate
Sponsored by Sutton – Seafair Realty
All ages
12:00-3:00pm
Free admission and rentals
Family Day Hockey Sessions
Adult and Child Stick and Puck – Drop-In
12yrs and under
1:00-2:15pm
2:30-3:45pm
Regular admission rates apply
Youth Stick and Puck
13-17yrs
4:00-5:15pm
Regular admission rates apply
Richmond Curling Club | 5540 Hollybridge Way
Mon, Feb 17
Curling - Try-It
Come try this social and active sport in this introductory session that covers the basics of curling. Registration required.
9:00-10:15am
Youth
$10
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Adults
$10
#00394361
55+
$10
#00394324
10:30-11:45am
Youth
$10
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Adults
$10
#00394389
55+
$10
#00394333
12:00-1:15pm
Youth
$10
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Adults
$10
#00394398
55+
$10
#00394341
Richmond Public Library | various locations
All weekend long, families can find library programs for all ages. From Babytimes and Storytimes, to Chess and Pokémon, there are plenty of free activities to choose from, happening at all four library locations.
Fri, Feb 14
Mahjong & Conversation at Brighouse
Babytime at Steveston
Pokemon Trainer's Gym at Cambie
Sat, Feb 15
Family Storytimes at Brighouse, Cambie and Ironwood
Duplo Free Play at Brighouse, Cambie and Ironwood
Learn About AI and Machine Learning with Kind of Into Machine Learning (Ages 9-13) at Brighouse
Sun, Feb 16
Family Storytimes at Steveston and Ironwood
Duplo Free Play at Steveston and Ironwood
Babytime at Cambie
Chess for Fun (All Ages) at Brighouse