Complete guide to family-friendly events and activities in Vancouver and North Shore for June 2025

Vancouver Kids Events - June 2025

Events Calendar

Featured Events

Vancouver International Children’s Festival

Dates: May 26 - June 1, 2025
Location: Granville Island, 1661 Duranleau St, Vancouver
Description: A world-class festival presenting theater, music, dance, circus, puppetry, and storytelling from around the world. Includes the Activity Village with over 12 hands-on arts activities for families to enjoy together.
Highlights:

• Activity Village with hands-on circus skills, scavenger hunts, and arts & crafts
• “Whipped Up!” interactive theatre show for young children
• Club Origami dance and paper art show
• Ginalina and Friends live music
• Won’Ma Africa acrobatics and storytelling
  Cost: Varies by activity (Range: $12-25 per show, festival passes available)
  Website: childrensfestival.ca

Cirque du Soleil: CRYSTAL

Dates: June 4-8, 2025
Location: Pacific Coliseum, 100 N Renfrew St, Vancouver
Description: A unique ice circus show combining acrobatics, skating, and storytelling, spectacular for families and children of all ages. This is the final run of this popular ice spectacular!
Website: cirquedusoleil.com/crystal

Italian Day on the Drive

Date: June 8, 2025
Location: Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Description: A massive street festival celebrating Italian culture with music, food, parades, and numerous activities for children and families along 14 blocks of Commercial Drive.
Website: italianday.ca

Canadian International Dragon Boat Festival

Dates: June 21-23, 2025
Location: False Creek, Vancouver
Description: North America’s largest dragon boat festival featuring exciting races, cultural performances, children’s activities, and food vendors along the shores of False Creek.
Website: dragonboatbc.ca

West Vancouver Community Cultural Festival

Dates: June 6-7, 2025
Location: Ambleside Park, West Vancouver
Description: Two-day family festival with live performances, cultural activities, food vendors, and community celebrations.
Cost: Free
Website: westvancouver.ca/events

North Shore Events

Shipyards Night Market

Dates: Every Friday in June (June 6, 13, 20, 27), 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Shipbuilders’ Square, 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Description: North Vancouver’s vibrant night market featuring food trucks, artisan vendors, beer garden, and live music in a family-friendly atmosphere.
Cost: Free entry
Website: northvanshipyardsnightmarket.com

Lynn Valley Days

Dates: Early June 2025 (TBC)
Location: Lynn Valley, North Vancouver
Description: A community celebration featuring a parade, entertainment, food vendors, and family activities.
Website: lynnvalleydays.com

National Indigenous Peoples Day at Whey-ah-Wichen/Cates Park

Date: June 21, 2025
Location: Whey-ah-Wichen/Cates Park, North Vancouver
Description: Cultural celebration hosted by the Tsleil-Waututh Nation featuring performances, canoe races, traditional food, and activities.
Website: twnation.ca

Family Fishing Weekend Event

Dates: June 14-16, 2025 (Father’s Day weekend)
Location: Ambleside Park, West Vancouver
Description: Free fishing event where families can try fishing without a license, with equipment and instruction available.
Website: bcfamilyfishing.com

Summer Solstice at Capilano Suspension Bridge

Date: June 21, 2025
Location: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, North Vancouver
Description: Extended evening hours with special activities to celebrate the summer solstice in a spectacular rainforest setting.
Website: capbridge.com

Whey-ah-Wichen Canoe Festival

Dates: Mid-June 2025 (exact dates TBC)
Location: Cates Park, North Vancouver
Description: Indigenous canoe racing event hosted by the Tsleil-Waututh Nation with cultural activities and demonstrations.
Cost: Free
Website: twnation.ca

Rotary Ride for Rescue

Dates: Early June 2025 (exact date TBC)
Location: Cypress Mountain, West Vancouver
Description: Fundraising event benefiting North Shore Rescue with family activities available.
Cost: Registration fee applies
Website: rotaryrideforrescue.ca

Calendar of Events by Week

Week 1 (June 1-7)

Vancouver International Children’s Festival (Continued)

Dates: May 26 - June 1, 2025
Location: Granville Island, Vancouver
Description: Final days of this world-class festival with performances, activities, and interactive exhibits.
Website: childrensfestival.ca

White Rock Farmers Market

Date: June 1, 2025 (and every Sunday through June)
Location: White Rock, BC
Description: Family-friendly market with fresh produce, artisan goods, live entertainment, and children’s activities.
Website: whiterockfarmersmarket.ca

Silent Movie Mondays

Date: June 2, 2025
Location: Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver
Description: Classic silent films with live musical accompaniment at the historic Orpheum Theatre, a unique cultural experience for families with older children.
Website: vancouvercivictheatres.com

Cirque du Soleil: CRYSTAL

Dates: June 4-8, 2025
Location: Pacific Coliseum, Vancouver
Description: The first Cirque du Soleil show to incorporate ice skating with their signature acrobatics and visual storytelling.
Website: cirquedusoleil.com/crystal

West Vancouver Community Cultural Festival

Dates: June 6-7, 2025
Location: Ambleside Park, West Vancouver
Description: Two-day family festival with live performances, cultural activities, food vendors, and community celebrations.
Website: westvancouver.ca/events

Week 2 (June 8-14)

Italian Day on the Drive

Date: June 8, 2025
Location: Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Description: A vibrant celebration of Italian culture and heritage with street performances, food vendors, music, and children’s activities along Commercial Drive.
Website: italianday.ca

Vancouver Canadians Home Games

Dates: June 10-15, 2025
Location: Nat Bailey Stadium, Vancouver
Description: Family-friendly baseball games with the Vancouver Canadians, featuring special promotions and activities for kids throughout the series.
Website: milb.com/vancouver

LA BULLE (The Bubble)

Dates: June 13-16, 2025
Location: Landmark Cinemas, New Westminster
Description: An immersive theatrical experience that captivates audiences with visual storytelling, perfect for families with children of all ages.
Website: labulletheatre.ca

Family Fishing Weekend Event

Dates: June 14-16, 2025 (Father’s Day weekend)
Location: Ambleside Park, West Vancouver
Description: Free fishing event where families can try fishing without a license, with equipment and instruction available.
Website: bcfamilyfishing.com

Week 3 (June 15-21)

Car Free Day Vancouver

Date: June 15, 2025
Location: Main Street & Commercial Drive, Vancouver
Description: A community-based celebration that transforms busy streets into vibrant public spaces filled with local artisans, performers, and family activities.
Website: carfreevancouver.org

Father’s Day Events

Date: June 15, 2025
Location: Various venues throughout Vancouver
Description: Special family events and activities throughout the city celebrating Father’s Day, including brunches, outdoor activities, and workshops.

Sesame Street Live!

Date: June 15, 2025
Location: Abbotsford Centre, Abbotsford
Description: A live musical show featuring beloved Sesame Street characters, perfect for young children and families.
Website: abbotsfordcentre.ca

Draw, Draw, Draw! Workshop

Date: June 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Trout Lake Community Centre, Vancouver
Description: A creative workshop encouraging children to explore drawing techniques in a fun, supportive environment.
Website: vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture

Vancouver International Jazz Festival

Dates: June 20-29, 2025
Location: Various venues across Vancouver
Description: A city-wide celebration of music with many free outdoor concerts and family programming suitable for all ages.
Website: coastaljazz.ca

Week 4 (June 22-30)

National Indigenous Peoples Day

Date: June 21, 2025
Location: Various locations across Vancouver
Description: Citywide celebrations recognizing First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples with outdoor events featuring dancers, drummers, traditional crafts, and food.

Canadian International Dragon Boat Festival

Dates: June 21-23, 2025
Location: False Creek, Vancouver
Description: Exciting races, cultural performances, children’s activities, and food vendors along the shores of False Creek.
Website: dragonboatbc.ca

Greek Day on Broadway

Date: June 23, 2025
Location: West Broadway, Vancouver
Description: Annual street festival celebrating Greek culture with live entertainment, food, market vendors, and activities for the whole family.
Website: greekday.com

The Big Bounce Canada

Dates: June 28-July 6, 2025
Location: Vancouver (venue TBC)
Description: The world’s largest touring inflatable event featuring enormous bounce houses, slides, ball pits, and obstacle courses for both kids and adults.
Website: thebigbouncecanada.ca

Ongoing Events & Programs

Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival

Dates: Throughout June (opening in June, continues through September)
Location: Vanier Park, Vancouver
Description: Open-air Shakespeare performances in beautiful Vanier Park with some productions specifically designed to be family-friendly.
Website: bardonthebeach.org

Playland at the PNE

Dates: Weekends in June 2025
Location: PNE, 2901 E Hastings St, Vancouver
Description: Vancouver’s amusement park with rides and attractions for all ages, including special events and entertainment.
Website: pne.ca/playland

Shipyards Night Market

Dates: Fridays in June, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Shipbuilders’ Square, 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Description: North Vancouver night market with live music, beer garden, vendors, and food trucks.
Website: northvanshipyardsnightmarket.com

Library Summer Reading Club Kickoff Events

Dates: Throughout June
Location: Vancouver Public Libraries
Description: Launch parties and activities at local libraries to encourage summer reading among children of all ages.
Website: vpl.ca

Family Storytime

Dates: Mondays in June (June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30), 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: North Vancouver City Library
Description: Program for parents and caregivers with young children featuring songs, rhymes, and stories.
Cost: Free
Website: nvcl.ca/calendar

Family Play Time

Dates: Mondays in June, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: North Vancouver City Library, First floor program room
Description: Casual, non-programmed play time for families with children under 5.
Cost: Free
Website: nvcl.ca/calendar

Toddler Dance Party

Dates: Weekly throughout June
Location: Various community centers
Description: Dance events for little ones and their caregivers, encouraging movement and music appreciation.
Website: vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture

Baby Social

Dates: Weekly throughout June
Location: Various community centers
Description: Social events for babies and parents with activities and music, providing opportunities for socialization.
Website: vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture

Teen Open Space

Dates: Monday-Thursday throughout June
Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: North Vancouver City Library, Second floor teen room
Description: Drop-in space for teens to hang out, work on homework, read or use computers.
Cost: Free
Website: nvcl.ca/activities-and-events

Kids’ Night Out at MONOVA

Dates: Third Thursday of June
Location: Museum of North Vancouver
Description: Evening program where parents can drop off their children to enjoy games, crafts, and fun at the museum.
Website: monova.ca

Summer Camps

Pear Tree North Vancouver Summer Camps

Dates: Starting mid-June 2025
Location: Near Ray Perrault Park, North Vancouver
Description: Themed half-day camps including Mini STEAMers, Around the World, Plants and Pollinators, and Comic Creators.
Cost: $160-$225 per week
Website: pear-tree.ca/our-camps/summer-camps-north-van

Mount Seymour Eco-Adventure Summer Camps

Dates: Starting June 2025
Location: Mount Seymour, North Vancouver
Description: Week-long day camps for kids aged 5-12 with outdoor adventures and environmental education.
Cost: $350-$450 per week
Website: mtseymour.ca/summer/summer-camps

Sea to Sky Camp

Dates: Weekly sessions starting mid-June 2025
Location: Mount Seymour & Cates Park, North Vancouver
Description: Split-time camp between mountain exploration and ocean activities on paddleboards for ages 8-12.
Cost: $425-$475 per week
Website: mtseymour.ca/summer/summer-camps

North Shore Tennis Camps

Dates: Weekly sessions in June 2025
Location: Various North Shore locations
Description: Tennis instruction, games, and activities for kids ages 4-15.
Cost: $180-$250 per week
Website: northshorekids.ca/active-camps

The Hive Climbing Camps

Dates: Starting mid-June 2025
Location: North Vancouver
Description: Rock climbing camps for ages 4-16, from beginners to experienced climbers.
Cost: $275-$350 per week
Website: hiveclimbing.com

Build a Biz Kids Camp Douglas

Dates: Various weeks in June 2025
Location: North Vancouver
Description: Learn public speaking, invent a product, and manage an online business in a fun, supportive environment.
Cost: $250-$350 per week
Website: buildabizkids.com

Workshops & Classes

NVRC Pottery Workshops for Kids

Dates: Various dates in June 2025
Location: Delbrook Community Recreation Centre & Parkgate Community Centre
Description: Handbuilding pottery classes and workshops for school-aged kids and families.
Cost: $20-$40 per workshop
Website: nvrc.ca/programs-memberships/program-directory/pottery

Edgemont Village Art Studio Workshops

Dates: Throughout June 2025
Location: 3116 Highland Blvd, North Vancouver
Description: Various pottery wheel and clay workshops for kids and families.
Cost: $30-$45 per workshop
Website: artatedgemont.com

Parent-Child Mother Goose Spring Sessions

Dates: Tuesdays through June 10, 2025
Time: 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM (Toddlers), 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Infants)
Location: City of North Vancouver Public Library
Description: Rhymes, songs, and stories for parent and child bonding.
Cost: Free
Website: familyservices.bc.ca/find-support/thrive-family-programs

Music for Young Children

Dates: Throughout June 2025
Location: Various North Shore locations
Description: Interactive music classes with singing, movement, and basic instrument play.
Cost: $120-$180 for June sessions
Website: northshorekids.ca

North Shore Mountain Biking Youth Programs

Dates: Various dates in June 2025
Location: Mount Seymour and local trails
Description: Guided mountain biking for youth of different skill levels on North Shore’s world-renowned trails.
Cost: $45-$65 per session
Website: nsmba.ca

Robotics Workshops for Kids

Dates: Various dates in June
Location: Multiple locations across Metro Vancouver
Description: Interactive workshops teaching children ages 7-14 about robotics and programming in a fun, hands-on environment.
Website: kidsrobotics.ca

Family-Friendly Places

While these are not specific events, these locations offer ongoing family-friendly activities throughout June:

North Shore

• Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
  Location: 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver
  Highlights: Suspension bridge, Treetops Adventure, Cliffwalk, and guided nature tours.
  Website: capbridge.com

• Maplewood Farm
  Location: 405 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver
  Highlights: Over 200 domestic animals and birds that children can observe and interact with.
  Cost: $5.50 for children, $8.50 for adults
  Website: maplewoodfarm.bc.ca

• Grouse Mountain
  Location: 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver
  Highlights: Skyride gondola, grizzly bear habitat, lumberjack shows, and hiking trails.
  Website: grousemountain.com

• Lynn Canyon Park
  Location: 3663 Park Road, North Vancouver
  Highlights: Free suspension bridge, ecology centre, hiking trails, and swimming holes.
  Website: lynncanyonecologycentre.ca

• Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre Programs
  Location: Lynn Canyon Park, North Vancouver
  Description: Family-friendly ecology programs with hands-on nature activities and guided walks.
  Cost: Many free options, some programs $5-$15
  Website: lynncanyon.ca

• Deep Cove Kayaking for Kids
  Location: Deep Cove, North Vancouver
  Description: Beginner-friendly kayaking and paddleboarding lessons for families with children.
  Cost: $35-$75 for lessons, equipment rental additional
  Website: deepcovekayak.com

Vancouver

• Science World
  Location: 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver
  Highlights: Interactive exhibits, live science demonstrations, and OMNIMAX theatre.
  Website: scienceworld.ca

• Vancouver Aquarium
  Location: 845 Avison Way, Stanley Park, Vancouver
  Highlights: Marine life exhibits, 4D theatre, touch pools, and daily shows.
  Website: vanaqua.org

• H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
  Location: 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver
  Highlights: Planetarium, astronomy exhibits, and Cosmic Courtyard Gallery.
  Website: spacecentre.ca

• Granville Island Kids Market
  Location: 1496 Cartwright Street, Vancouver
  Highlights: Toy stores, kids’ clothing shops, kid-friendly eateries, and adventure zone.
  Website: kidsmarket.ca

Burnaby

• Burnaby Village Museum
  Location: 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
  Highlights: Restored buildings from the 1920s, carousel rides, and interpretive tours.
  Website: burnabyvillagemuseum.ca

• Burnaby Central Railway
  Location: Confederation Park, Burnaby
  Highlights: Miniature train rides around a 2-kilometer track.
  Website: burnabyrailway.org

Water Parks & Splash Pads

• Granville Island Water Park
  Location: 1318 Cartwright Street, Vancouver

• Lonsdale Waterslide
  Location: 120 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver

• Pandora Park Spray Park
  Location: 2325 Franklin Street, Vancouver

• Confederation Park Spray Park
  Location: 250 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby

• Maple Grove Pool
  Location: 6875 Yew Street, Vancouver

• Seylynn Park Water Park
  Location: Adjacent to Lynn Creek Community Recreation Centre, North Vancouver

Coming in July

Canada Day Celebrations

Date: July 1, 2025
Location: Various locations across Metro Vancouver
Description: Festivities celebrating Canada Day with parades, live entertainment, and fireworks. Major celebrations in Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond, North Vancouver, and more.

Golden Spike Days Festival

Dates: July 1-3, 2025
Location: Rocky Point Park, Port Moody
Description: A multi-day community festival in Port Moody on the Canada Day weekend featuring live music, food vendors, and family activities.
Website: goldenspike.ca

Vancouver Folk Music Festival

Dates: Mid-July 2025
Location: Jericho Beach Park, Vancouver
Description: Family-friendly music festival with performances, activities, and food vendors.
Website: thefestival.bc.ca

Additional Resources

For the most comprehensive and up-to-date information, check these websites:

• North Shore Kids BC: northshorekids.ca
• North Vancouver Recreation and Culture: nvrc.ca
• North Vancouver City Library: nvcl.ca
• North Vancouver District Public Library: nvdpl.ca
• Vancouver’s North Shore Tourism: vancouversnorthshore.com
• City of North Vancouver Events: cnv.org/parks-recreation/events
• North Shore News Events: nsnews.com/local-events