5 Events to Attend with the Kids this Weekend

There are always so many fun and exciting adventures to go on within Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. Here are just 5 most fun, entertaining family events that we are most excited about this upcoming weekend. 

Vancouver Children's Festival
When: May 25th to May 31st

Where: Granville Island

Cost: Adult $25/Kids $15

Website: www.childrensfestival.ca

Info: The Vancouver International Children’s Festival Society presents contemporary, inter-disciplinary arts including performance and interactive arts activities that speak to the various ages of our audience. Our inclusive programming is culturally diverse and representative of regional, national and international artists.

Guildford Pool Grand Opening

When:May 30th, 2015

Where:15105 105 Avenue Surrey

Cost:Free

Website: www.surrey.ca/culture-recreation/16986.aspx
Info: Even though the new Guildford Pool has been open since March 23, 2015 the official grand opening is happening May 30th! Come enjoy a FREE swim, refreshments and entertainment. The Guildford Pool has something for every swimmer:  8-lane 50M FINA-standard Olympic size competition pool, Leisure pool with lazy river,  Spray features,  Toddler area,  Family friendly hot tub, waterslide, Steam room and dry sauna, Large family-friendly universal change area

Kits Market

When: May 31st

Where: Riley Park (Ontario St @ 30th Ave.) from May 10 – June 7

Cost: Free
Website: www.eatlocal.org/markets/kitsilano/

Info: Each week the parking lot of Kits Community Centre fills with organic and conventional product, meat, cheese, seafood and plants as well as tasty baked goods, beautiful crafts and musical entertainment by local musicians. Kids can enjoy the playground and waterpark nearby and parents will find the best selection of organic produce around. Hot coffee and hot food available on site each week.

18th Annual European Festival

When: May 30th & May 31st

Where: Swanguard Stadium

Cost: Kids under 12 Free /$10 at gate for Weekend

Website: www.europeanfestival.ca

Info: Put the passport away, because there’s no need to spring for a flight or even a Eurorail pass to experience the authentic sights, sounds and tastes of Europe.  Swangard Stadium is hosting the 18th Annual European Festival – which offers the perfect way to celebrate and enjoy Europe without the dreadful jetlag and airport security checks. This year’s festival brings together some 30 countries in this weekend cultural festival of food, fun and performances.

Cedar Cottage Community Carnival

When: May 30th 10am to 4pm

Where: 4065 Victoria Drive, Vancouver

Cost: Free 

Website: www.cedarcottage.org/events.html

Info: Join friends and neighbours at the Cedar Cottage Community Carnival. This Free family-friendly event includes many carnival games, yummy food, balloons, face painting and many more exciting activities.