BC’s largest rock and gem show, focusing on education through their displays and many demonstrations. 50+ dealers sell everything from rough rock and minerals to finished jewelry. BC Rock & Gem Show: Dates: April 11-13, 2025 Times: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Fri), 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM(Sat), 10:00 AM
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I’ve always been curious about the yearly Polar Bear Plunge in Vancouver, and when I was younger, I used to say to myself “This will be the year I participate!” Alas, January 1st came and went many times over and I always found an excuse to not go– too rainy,
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Cypress Mountain is the place to be if you’re searching for fireworks, fresh air, and tons of family fun! There will be a DJ, food and drink specials, and the fireworks will start at 8pm so you still have time to make it home before midnight! NYE at Cypress Mountain:
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Leave the late nights for those without kids, and celebrate with some delicious food and coffee while your little ones play in a safe place. Little Beans Play Cafe is hosting a Noon Year’s Eve party with music, activities, treats and a whole lot of fun– PLUS a ball drop
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New Year’s Eve celebrations have changed greatly since becoming a parent. While I’ve never been a night owl, I did manage to make it to midnight for New Year’s…pre-children. Since our family grew to include 2 little ones, my midnight-seeing days are long gone. I applaud parents able to see
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There are a number of ways cities across Metro Vancouver are helping residents dispose of their Christmas trees. Click on your city in the list below and check out how you can get rid of your festive tree. Remember, many of the tree-chipping events are fundraisers for non-profit organizations so
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The traditional British pantomime returns to the Metro Theatre with “Cinderella.” Laugh your socks off at this twisted re-telling of the classic story. Cinderella: Date: December 13, 2024 – January 5, 2025 Time: Evenings & matinees available by date. Venue: Metro Theatre Address: 1370 S.W Marine Drive, Vancouver Website: metrotheatre.com

Countdown at noon or 3pm with Kidtropolis! In addition to the oodles of imaginative play spaces, kids will love the experience of their very own NYE party with live music, a balloon drop, noise makers, party hats and more! Noon Year’s Eve at Kidtropolis: Date: December 31, 2024 Time: 10
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Say ‘goodbye’ to 2024 with an evening of rollerskating! DJ Prototype brings the music, and there are plenty of activities for the whole family. The theme of this evening is “Glam Fam!” NYE Family Rollerskate Party: When: December 31, 2024 Time: 7pm-10pm Location: Rollerland Address: 21 N Renfrew Street, Vancouver
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Send out the year on ice! Get some physical activity in, bop around to music, and enjoy the cool, crisp air as you glide on the ice.  If you know of other New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day skates, that we don’t have on our list, please let us
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