Spring Break
Spend time with us over the school break swimming, skating, getting out into nature, working out, taking in an exhibition and more! Check out the daycamps, ongoing activities and registered visits below.
There are also lots of regular in-person and online activities for all ages happening during this two week break. Programs include crafts, music, fitness classes, dance, languages, online social gatherings and sports. Select the BROWSE & REGISTER button below to search all of the activities.
3 Ways to Register
- Select the BROWSE & REGISTER blue button
- 604-276-4300, Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5:00pm
- In-person at any parks, recreation or cultural facility. Note: Debit, cheque and cash are also accepted when registering in person
Browse & Register
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Sign kids up for Spring Break Camps
A limited number of spring daycamps are being offered in March at various community centres. All camps are led by fully trained leaders with strict guidelines followed to ensure the safety of both participants and staff.
Camps - Preschoolers
Camps - Children
Camps - Youth
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Registered Visits
Check out the individual community centres and arenas for the specific activities and days and times being offered and then pre-register for a visit!
Browse & Register
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Ongoing Activities
Parks
FREE! Get outside and play at the Terra Nova Adventure Play Environment
This unique play experience captures the imagination of kids and adults. Organized into two distinct zones, the ‘Paddock’, which was once home to horses and stables, includes:
- tandem 35m long ziplines (8+ years)
- 3m high ‘big’ swings (8+ years)
- a ‘pivot’ swing (5+ years)
- a twisting stainless steel hillside slide! (5+ years)
The ‘Homestead’, the site of a former farm house, includes:
- a custom designed 10m tall ‘Tree House’ with four platforms, a central rope ladder and a stainless steel spiral slide (8+ years)
- the Log Jam: A climbable timber structure (5+ years)
- an ‘aerial’ rope walkway (5+ years)
- the ‘Spinnery’ (5+ year)
Terra Nova Rural Park, 2340 River Road (west end of River Road at the north end of West Dyke Trail)
Info: Terra Nova Adventure Play Environment
FREE! Go on the Minoru Park and City Hall Public Art Scavenger Hunt
This fun, family-friendly outdoor activity will take participants from Richmond City Hall to Minoru Park in search of 10 public artworks. Answer the clues on the activity sheet and learn more about public art in the city. Once completed, participants can contact publicart@richmond.ca for the answers to the clues.
For more information and to access other public art self-guided walking and bike tours: Explore Public Art
FREE! Get active outside on a the Richmond Geo-Tour
Join this popular treasure hunting game through many of Richmond’s renowned parks, trails and facilities. Complete a passport by finding all 50 caches to earn a limited-edition coin. All ages.
Info and to download a personal passport: Geocaching
FREE! Adventure Labs | Terra Nova Park, Richmond Nature House, Garden City Park & Paulik Park
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. All ages.
Link to Adventure Lab: richmond.ca/geocaching
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
Arts, Culture and Heritage
FREE! Innovation exploration at the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
This Spring Break (Mar 15-Apr 1), discover the fascinating world of boatbuilding and innovation as you navigate through the Seine Net Loft with a fun NEW scavenger hunt at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site.
From the craftsmanship of different types of boats to cutting-edge inventions and creations, each clue will “reel” you into the heart of maritime heritage.
Join the adventure and have fun discovering the rich history of west coast boat building and fishing.
Suitable for families with children 6-12 years old (suggestion only)
Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive
Open Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-4:00pm
Info: 604-238-8050 and Britannia Shipyards
FREE! Discover what’s new at the Steveston Tram
Visit the Steveston Tram from March 15 to April 1, and ask for a Scavenger Hunt activity sheet to help you explore the exhibits and interactive displays about Richmond’s rich transportation history. Discover fun facts about the trams that ran between Steveston and Vancouver for over 50 years. Have fun making “things that move” at our LEGO activity table (for kids 5+). Join us for the “Hamm on the Tram” search for the cute pig stuffy who has hitched a ride on Tram Car 1220. Hamm will be moving around during Spring Break so follow the clues to find his new hiding spot.
Kids – Ask for a Junior Conductor ticket, and bring the ticket back with you each time you visit the Tram to earn points towards badges.
Suitable for families with children up to 12 years (suggestion only)
Steveston Tram, 4011 Moncton Street
Open Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-4:00pm
Info: 604-238-8081 and Steveston Tram
FREE! Richmond Kids exhibit
Step into the vibrant world of "Richmond Kids" and experience what is it like to grow up in Richmond. Come and find out what Richmond kids have to say, what they loved, and what made growing up here unique in different time periods.
Richmond Museum, 7700 Minoru Gate
Info: Richmond Museum
FREE! Take a Richmond Museum Self Guided Historical Walking Tour
Discover the wonders of our city like never before with our exciting and immersive free downloadable walking tours! Explore three captivating locations – Brighouse, Sea Island and Terra Nova – and embark on an unforgettable journey through Richmond’s past.
Unleash your inner adventurer as you dive into the realm of aviation with the Sea Island: The Aviation Story tour. Deepen your love of our natural and cultural history with the Terra Nova: A New Land tour and step back in time to uncover the stories that shaped our community with the Brighouse District: A Civic Legacy tour.
Each tour is designed to last 1-2 hours, making it the perfect activity for families and individuals alike. Download the free walking tour guides and unearth the stories of Richmond, one step at a time.
Info: Richmond Museum Walking Tours
FREE! Go on the Minoru Park and City Hall Public Art Scavenger Hunt
This fun, family-friendly outdoor activity will take participants from Richmond City Hall to Minoru Park in search of 10 public artworks. Answer the clues on the activity sheet and learn more about public art in the city. Once completed, participants can contact publicart@richmond.ca for the answers to the clues.
For more information and to access other public art self-guided walking and bike tours: Explore Public Art
Join this popular treasure hunting game through many of Richmond’s renowned parks, trails and facilities. Complete a passport by finding all 50 caches to earn a limited-edition coin. All ages.
Info and to download a personal passport: Geocaching
Swimming and Skating
Public Swimming – Minoru Centre for Active Living
Free fall from the drop slide, race down the double slide, splash in the spray features and float through the lazy river. For those looking for a work out, swim laps or water jog in one of the two 25m lap pools followed with a visit to the adult or family hot tub.
Spring Break 2024 Public Swim Schedule
Facility Hours
Mon-Sat: 6:00am-10:00pm
Sun: 7:00am-9:00pm
Feature Hours including Drop Slide, Rock Wall and Diving Board
Mon-Sat: 11:00am-9:00pm
Sun: 11:00am-8:00pm
All ages
Regular admission rates apply
Minoru Centre for Active Living, 7191 Granville Avenue
Info: 604-233-6225 and Minoru Centre
Public Swimming – Watermania
Splash around in the wave pool with interactive water play features that include a giant tipping bucket and a variety of interactive sprayers and water wheels. For those looking for a work out, water jog or swim laps in the competition pool.
Spring Break 2024 Public Swim Schedule
Facility Hours
Mon-Fri: 6:00am-10:00pm
Sat: 6:00am-8:15pm; Women’s Only Swim 8:30-10:00pm
Sun: 10:00am-9:00pm
All ages
Regular admission rates apply
Watermania, 14300 Entertainment Boulevard
Info: 604-448-5353 and Watermania
Public Skating – Minoru Arenas
Lace up your skates and glide around the ice at Minoru Arenas. Have fun with your family and friends at one of our Spring Break Public Skates. All ages
Spring Break 2024 Public Skate Schedule
Regular admission rates apply
Info: Minoru Arenas
Swimming and Skating
Public Swimming – Minoru Centre for Active Living
Free fall from the drop slide, race down the double slide, splash in the spray features and float through the lazy river. For those looking for a work out, swim laps or water jog in one of the two 25m lap pools followed with a visit to the adult or family hot tub.
Spring Break 2024 Public Swim Schedule
Facility Hours
Mon-Sat: 6:00am-10:00pm
Sun: 7:00am-9:00pm
Feature Hours including Drop Slide, Rock Wall and Diving Board
Mon-Sat: 11:00am-9:00pm
Sun: 11:00am-8:00pm
All ages
Regular admission rates apply
Minoru Centre for Active Living, 7191 Granville Avenue
Info: 604-233-6225 and Minoru Centre
Public Swimming – Watermania
Splash around in the wave pool with interactive water play features that include a giant tipping bucket and a variety of interactive sprayers and water wheels. For those looking for a work out, water jog or swim laps in the competition pool.
Spring Break 2024 Public Swim Schedule
Facility Hours
Mon-Fri: 6:00am-10:00pm
Sat: 6:00am-8:15pm; Women’s Only Swim 8:30-10:00pm
Sun: 10:00am-9:00pm
All ages
Regular admission rates apply
Watermania, 14300 Entertainment Boulevard
Info: 604-448-5353 and Watermania
Public Skating – Minoru Arenas
Lace up your skates and glide around the ice at Minoru Arenas. Have fun with your family and friends at one of our Spring Break Public Skates. All ages
Spring Break 2024 Public Skate Schedule
Regular admission rates apply
Info: Minoru Arenas
Community Centres and Library
FREE! Spring Break at Cambie Community Centre!
Visit from March 15 to April 1 to collect a free spring activity sheets. Take home almost all of the supplies needed to complete a paper frog craft (while supplies last). Snap a family photo in front of our “Spring is in Bloom” photo booth. Camera and photographer not provided.
Cambie Community Centre, 12800 Cambie Road
Info: 604-238-8399 and Cambie Community Centre
FREE! Activities at Richmond Public Library
Check out the 40+ activities happening at the four library locations!
Library Program Guide Spring Break 2024
Community Centres and Library
FREE! Spring Break at Cambie Community Centre!
Visit from March 15 to April 1 to collect a free spring activity sheets. Take home almost all of the supplies needed to complete a paper frog craft (while supplies last). Snap a family photo in front of our “Spring is in Bloom” photo booth. Camera and photographer not provided.
Cambie Community Centre, 12800 Cambie Road
Info: 604-238-8399 and Cambie Community Centre
FREE! Activities at Richmond Public Library
Check out the 40+ activities happening at the four library locations!
Library Program Guide Spring Break 2024