Short weeks make for the best weekend adventures because you aren’t completely exhausted by the time Saturday rolls around (hopefully!) With only a few weeks left until Spring Break starts, this is a good time to head indoors to explore and learn before Spring weather and sunnier days return. If you haven’t booked Spring Break camps, or if your plans have changed and now you’re in need of camps, check out our Spring Break Camp Guide to see our recommendations for a fun two weeks.
Here are our top picks for family-friendly events for the weekend of February 21-23, 2025
1. “The Screamer” | Vancouver
Carousel Theatre for Young People presents “The Screamer/Le Criard”, in partnership with Théâtre du Gros Mecano. Flo Beaurivage finds herself needing to scream, cry, and wail. But, she struggles to find a place where she feels able to let her emotions out pushing against a society where as you age, you can no longer be loud in public spaces. Told with exquisite beauty by an actor and a drummer, Le Criard/The Screamer mixes sound, movement, and text to tell Flo’s story. This incredible production ends on February 23, so don’t miss out this weekend!
2. Fan Expo | Vancouver
Fan Expo Vancouver is a playground for people of all ages who are interested in any, or all, of the 5 genres the expo has to offer. From exclusive, celebrity Q&A’s on the main stage to cosplay battles on the Cosplay Red Carpet, to indoor snowball fights in The Family Zone, FAN EXPO Vancouver is the place to celebrate fandom
3. Rugby HSBC SVNS | Vancouver
Rugby is a fast-paced and dynamic sport loved worldwide, and after a trip to the HSBC Vancouver SVNS tournament, it’s easy to see why! Don’t miss this fun-filled, costume-laden, loud and exciting festival featuring the best rugby teams in the world. The festival runs over 3 days with 12 men’s and 12 women’s teams playing.
4. Jewish Book Festival | Vancouver
Back for 2025, the JCC is hosting the Jewish Book Festival with an abundance of authors and events. On Sunday, there are a number of family-friendly literary events happening, including children’s book events featuring Rising by Sidura Ludwig, Sharing Shalom, by Selina Alko, as well as a number of events geared towards adults.
5. Blustery Fraser Canyon |New Westminster
Discovery Days usually happen on Saturdays, but this weekend you can visit the Fraser River Discovery Centre all weekend long to learn about how the unique geography of the Fraser Canyon shapes the weather patterns of the Lower Mainland through engaging science demonstrations, storytime and hands-on crafts!
6. Brazilian Carnaval| Vancouver
If you missed the last event held over Family Day weekend, here’s another chance to experience vibrant Brazilian culture. Learn about the culture, music, and dance in a Brazilian day of Batucada, Magic Show, Capoeira, Carreta Furacada, a costume competition, and more.
7. Oh Clementine Concert| Vancouver
If you’ve been to an Oh Clementine show, chances are your kids have the music on repeat. And if you haven’t been to a show– what are you waiting for?! Don’t miss this *new* album release concert.
8. Cineplex Family Favourites| Various Locations
It’s a great weekend to head indoors for a cozy movie. This Saturday, Flow is the Family Favourites movie playing. Grab your popcorn and enjoy a flick on the big screen for only $3.99 (+tax).
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 February. Don’t forget to bookmark our events calendar to stay in the know on awesome events happening in your neighbourhood!
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