Things are picking up in Metro Vancouver this weekend and we have a whole list of fun events on the horizon. With this gorgeous weather still going strong, make sure to top up your Vitamin D by getting outdoors during the day and then head inside once the sun goes down to keep the fun going!
Here are our top picks for family-friendly events for the weekend of January 17-19, 2025
1. Hot Chocolate Festival | Metro Vancouver
Who doesn’t love a steaming cup of hot chocolate? Back again, the beloved Hot Chocolate Festival brings us all decadent treats from coffee shops, cafes, and bistros around Greater Vancouver. With over 95 locations and 143 flavours, this is a festival you cannot miss! This festival is a family favourite, and marks the start of winter “cafe dates” where the girls and I enjoy a new cup of hot chocolate each week and catch up on our days.
2. National Popcorn Day (Weekend)| Metro Vancouver
If free popcorn sounds good, then don’t miss National Popcorn Day (January 19) at Cineplex Cinemas. Cineplex is offering a whole weekend of deals, and all Scene+ members receive a free small popcorn when they purchase a movie ticket.
3. Lunar New Year at the Museum of Vancouver | Vancouver
Enjoy a family-friendly staged reading at the Museum of Vancouver in partnership with the Canadian Chinese Museum. The story follows bunny friends at the Bao household as they learn about the true meaning of new year festivities.
4. Lunar New Year at Mackin House | Coquitlam
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Mackin House on January 18th with a full afternoon of songs, dance, snacks, and crafts! This event is free, but registration is required. Arts and Crafts time runs from 12pm-3pm, with a Mandarin storytime from 12-12:30, an English storytime from 1-1:30pm, and a Cantonese storytime from 2-2:30pm.
5. Family Saturdays | Vancouver
Saturdays are full of fun at Vancouver Chinatown Storytelling Centre! Each Family Saturday is a different themed activity that includes guided tours of the centre, family-friendly prizes, all-day free admission for youth 17 and under, and special offers from neighbouring restaurants. Drop in anytime from 11am-1pm.
6. A Celebration of Robbie Burns | Coquitlam
Place des Arts is hosting their annual celebration of Scotland’s National Bard, Robbie Burns! Fiddler Rosie Carver with Celtic band Blackthorn and a special guest piper feature the musical traditions of Scotland with a special focus on Burns’ songs and poems.
7. Film Club | Vancouver
Whether you want to enjoy a well-loved classic, discover something new, or have a place to spend a fun afternoon with your kids, The Cinematheque Film Club is an ideal weekend activity. This Sunday, catch the 1938 version of The Adventures of Robin Hood, featuring Errol Flynn.
But wait…There’s more!
Love our list of awesome kid-friendly activities to do in Metro Vancouver this weekend? Then you’ll love our monthly guides too! Take a look at What’s Happening in January. Don’t forget to bookmark our events calendar to stay in the know on awesome events happening in your neighbourhood!
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