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Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
One of the best things about spring is that it turns all of us into treasure hunters. After a long winter, we adults start scanning the world for signs that life is returning: We notice the first mist of green in a forest's understory, the first brave crocus, the first daffodil. If we point out loud, kids catch on quickly, drawn by the thrill of seeking
what winter was hiding even just a few weeks ago, and they're ready to find magic behind every tree. Of course, in certain parts of North America, spring can be stingy in early April: The calendar may insist it’s here, but the yard is still beige, the trees are still bare, and the only things blooming outside are spreading patches of mud. But there’s no rule that says spring surprises have to come only from Mother Nature! That’s one reason I’m such a fan of egg
hunts. Last year, I wrote an extremely popular step-by-step article showing how to Turn Easter Into a Treasure Hunt, complete with a printable PDF of rhyming clues. It’s right there waiting for you, ready to make you look like a genius with practically zero effort. And if you want to kick it up a notch and invite a crowd, our article Easter Egg Hunts: Tips and Tricks for a Great Party lays out the
strategies for what may be the easiest, fastest, best-bang-for-the-buck kids’ party on Earth. Sure, egg hunts feature prominently in our culture's Easter traditions, but they needn't belong only to Easter, they're a wonderful diversion anytime, in any context. Spring is a season that proves there’s treasure everywhere. Sometimes the universe provides the fun for us. And sometimes we create it ourselves.
—Debra Ross, publisher of
KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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Spring Salmon Eggs-travaganza runs April 3–5. Enjoy salmon-themed games, test water quality, learn the salmon life cycle, and design fish ladders in fun, hands-on activities.
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Our annual Easter Bunny Fest is back at Lulu Island Winery this year, April 4-5. Entry is $6 per person (though feel free to donate more to our bunnies in need!), which includes complimentary bunny crafts, games, the egg hunt, and prizes. As always, 100% of proceeds raised goes directly to helping bunnies in need.
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An indoor kids festival with interactive games, inflatables, music, and a relaxed space for families to connect. Get ready for an indoor kids festival designed for big fun for the whole family! This interactive experience is packed with inflatable games, hands-on activities, Easter-themed games, music, crafts, face-painting, and surprise gifts that will keep kids laughing while parents kick back and enjoy the atmosphere. We’ve created a space where children play freely, families relax comfortably, and memories are made together. With cozy seating, curated vibes, a bar area, and thoughtful touches throughout, it’s fun for kids and refreshingly enjoyable for grown-ups too.
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We are pleased to announce that our annual Easter egg hunt will take place in on April 5th! We will have the hunt at Sunbury Park in North Delta rain or shine. Mark your calendars for some free family fun. *No baskets please*
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Want to get Heavie??? All Star Wrestling presents Heaviemania 2! ASW returns with classic pro wrestling to our favorite Abbotsford venue on April 4, 2026, and the West Coast Heavies are large and in charge! Family friendly! Free parking on site!
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Searching for the perfect family Easter outing? Join us at The Egg Store for an unforgettable celebration! Hunt for eggs alongside our adorable chickens, and get creative with egg painting. It’s the perfect way to make memories! Each Ticket is $14.99 per person/child. - Please pick a time slot: 9:30am, 11:30am or 1:30pm.
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This holiday themed run offers a 5km/10km Big Bunny Run/Walk (2pm) as well as a 1-3km Little Bunny Run/Walk (1pm) around scenic Jericho Beach Park. Run with the local bunnies, enjoy a DJ, take part in the Gnubees Egg Hunt (1-3km participants only) with prize giveaways, vendors and more. Enter now www.BigEasterRun.com
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Join us for the Downtown Easter Hunt -- with a twist! Search for hundreds of hidden painted rocks (aka "eggs") that have letters written on them and then use those rocks to spell as many words as possible to get a great prize like a stuffy, Lego, slime, play dough, squishies, and more. There will also be crafts, live bunnies, face painting, and live music. Don't miss this FREE event located in the heart of downtown Squamish, right across from the Farmer's Market.
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Join us for our Easter Bunny Hop! Watch our gym turn into a vibrant spring atmosphere full of crafts, games, a photo station, inflatable obstacle course, and more. Bounce around from station to station participating in a variety of bunny themed fun. Parent participation is required. Pre-registration required. Register the child/children only
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Spring Carnival brought to you by Shooting Star Amusements is coming to Sevenoaks Shopping Centre! Look forward to rides, games and classic carnival treats!
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Drop your kids, 6 years old and up, off at Kidtropolis from 5:30pm to 9:30pm while you enjoy dinner, some shopping or nothing at all! Our Kids Night Out events are $40 + GST per child. Bring your baskets and go on a hunt in our city for Easter Eggs! All kids will get an Easter treat at the end of the night! *THIS IS A PRE-REGISTERED EVENT, TICKETS AT THE DOOR MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE IF SOLD OUT. Admission includes pizza, juice and popcorn.
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We are honored to have been named the World’s Most Instagrammable Tulip Farm at the World Tulip Summit in Holland! Our stunning fields, vibrant colours, and carefully curated landscapes make for the most picture-perfect tulip experience in the world. Whether you’re a professional photographer or just capturing memories, you won’t find a better backdrop than our award-winning tulip farm.
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iD Tech: The World's #1 STEM Summer Camp! BattleBots® Camp? You can only get it here. Roblox Camp? We've got that and more in our Summer '26 lineup. Register today at the top-rated tech camp for 25 years and counting! iD Tech is the very best experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Trusted by 75+ of the world’s top universities and over 1,000,000 parents, iD Tech is where kids and teens learn from the best—coding, game dev, robotics, and more. The future starts at iD Tech! Click here for more information about your local iD Tech opportunities! Virtual camps are also available!
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- Our Connection to Hockey - Museum of Surrey, 17710 56A Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 5H8, Friday, April 3, 2026 to Sunday, April 5, 2026, see website
- Easter Crafts - Coquitlam Heritage (Mackin House Museum), 1116 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam, BC V3K 1G2, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10am - 4pm
- Downtown Easter Hunt - Stan Clarke
Park, Playground, Main Street, Squamish, BC, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10 am- 1 pm
- Family Storytime with DUPLO® - Surrey Libraries – City Centre Branch, 10350 University Dr, Surrey, BC V3T 4B8, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 11 am - 12 pm
- Free International Call Art 6x6 - Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo), 137 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14604, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 12pm- 5pm Wednesday through Sunday, and 12pm-9pm on Fridays
- Family Storytime - Richmond Public Library, Brighouse Branch, Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10:30-11 am
- Hop into Spring - Capilano Mall, Marine Drive, North Vancouver, BC, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 12-3 pm
- Port Coquitlam Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt - Lions Park, Lions Way, Port Coquitlam, BC, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 11 am- 2 pm
- Spring Series: Opening Weekend with the Easter Bunny - 3555 Dixon Road, Abbotsford, BC V3G 2H3, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10 am- 2 pm
- Spring at Southlands - 6333 Market Ave, Delta, BC V4L 0B1, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10 am- 4 pm
- Easter Bunny Photos - Sevenoaks Shopping Centre, 32900 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 5A1, Saturday, April 4, 2026 to Sunday, April 5, 2026, 12-4 pm
- The Clayton Spring Markets - 7155 187A Street, Surrey, BC, Sunday, April 5, 2026, 10 am- 3 pm
- Easter Egg Hunt -North Delta Lions Club - North Delta Lions Club, 11760 88th Avenue, Delta, BC V4C 3C5, Sunday, April 5, 2026, 2 pm
- Pay What You Can Day @ MONOVA - MONOVA: Museum and Archives of North Vancouver, Sunday, April 5, 2026, 10AM-5PM
- EASTER
GIVEAWAY - C3V | C3 VANCOUVER, The Beaumont Studios, West 5th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Sunday, April 5, 2026, 12:00pm-1:00pm
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The KidsOutAndAbout annual guide to summer camps in the Vancouver area is back! You can search by date, age, or categories like day/overnight, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more.
Our guide puts summer fun right at your fingertips!
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Parents have an abundance of choices when it comes to PreK and day care options in the Vancouver area! Use our Big List to help find the best one for your kiddos and check our events calendar to find Open Houses where you can meet teachers and tour the
schools.
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Vancouver area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're escaping
a spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Click here to discover Birthday party locations in the Vancouver area. From Arcades to Ziplines our Big List will help you think outside the box and plan the party of your kids' dreams! KidsOutAndAbout has dozens of ideas!
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2025's best places to take kids in and around Vancouver, based on KidsOutAndAbout's annual reader survey. There is LOTS more to do in and around Vancouver even beyond the Top 20...Get great ideas here at KidsOutAndAbout.com! What is listed below are just
the starting point: Browse through our site and calendar to find lots more, and be sure to click on Everything That's Free.
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Wishing you and your family health and happiness!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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