Finding it hard to come up with fun family-friendly Winter activities? It just got a lot easier! Metro Vancouver & the Sea to Sky region are full of exciting Winter activities for families!
Whether you are looking for sliding, skating, skiing, snowshoeing or something completely new, we have you covered. Here are 40+ ideas for fun family-friendly things you can do with the kids this winter in Metro Vancouver and the Sea to Sky.
METRO VANCOUVER winter fun
Cypress Mountain
West Vancouver
Just a short drive from downtown Vancouver, Cypress Mountain transforms into a snowy playground each winter — the perfect destination for family fun in the mountains. With snowshoe and cross-country trails winding through peaceful forests, a dedicated snow tube park for laughter-filled runs, and ski and snowboard terrain that welcomes beginners and seasoned riders alike, Cypress offers something for every winter adventurer. Take in sweeping views of Burrard Inlet and the North Shore peaks, carve down groomed runs or glide along gentle snowshoe paths, and warm up between outings with hot chocolate and comfort food at the cozy lodge. With easy access, breathtaking scenery, and outdoor fun for all ages, Cypress Mountain makes winter feel like one unforgettable day.
40 + WINTER ACTIVITIES IN METRO VANCOUVER & sea to Sky
- Strap on your skates for some Indoor skating
- Hit the slopes on our local North Shore mountains – Cypress, Grouse, Seymour.
- Book a luge lesson at the Whistler Olympic Park.
- Try cross country skiing at Cypress Mountain’s Nordic Area.
- When there is snow you can toboggan for free at The Vancouver Aquatic Centre, Queen Elizabeth Park, or West Point Grey Academy!
- Tubing at Gnarly’s Tube Park brings out squeals of joy!
- Snowshoeing the Lights To The Lodge trails.
- Date night Winter fondue tour!
- Sign up for a Winter fun run.
- Release some adrenaline by Ziplining.
- Rip it up at an Indoor Bike Park.
- Be a tourist at home on the Vancouver hop-on-hop-off bus.
- Explore the market on Granville Island.
- Hiking trails in Metro Vancouver are free to visit.
- Take the plunge at the Polar Bear Swim.
- Take in the view & activities at Sea to Sky Gondola.
- Escape the rain and enjoy the quiet at the Vancouver Art Gallery.
- Soar over mountains & forests at FlyOver Canada.
- Warm up at the Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival.
- Grab some binoculars and check out the best birding spots near Vancouver.
- Take part in the Great Eagle Count in Squamish.
- Go below ground at the Britannia Mine Museum.
- Take Fido for a walk at one of Vancouver’s off-leash dog parks.
- Learn about local indigenous traditions at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre.
- Even if you didn’t hit the slopes you can enjoy the free Fire & Ice Show in Whistler.
- Get into the thrill of the hunt with local geocaching
- Have a day on the farm at Maplewood Farm.
- Catch a Canucks or Giants hockey game.
- Reach for the stars at the HR MacMillan Space centre.
- Develop a love of learning at Science World.
- Dive into history at the Museum of Anthropology.
- Set sail at the Vancouver Maritime Museum.
- Enjoy a tropical paradise at The Bloedel Conservatory.
- Play at indoor beach at 6 Pack Beach.
- Scale the walls at an Indoor climbing centre like Climb Base 5.
- Celebrate Lunar New Year.
- Graze your way along the dumpling trail.
- Find a Winter Market.
- Get a birds eye view of Vancouver.
- Have tea with cats or rabbits.
- Catch a Whitecaps soccer game.
- Test your skills in an escape room.
- Have a covered winter picnic
- Enjoy a VSO kids concerts
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