Welcome to the last weekend of February, what have you got planned? There are a number of great events and exhibits taking place around town. Here’s my guide to what’s going on February 26 and 27.
T.REX: THE ULTIMATE PREDATOR
Saturday and Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm, Science World
Have you got a dinosaur fan in the house? You are going to want to check out Science World’s newest exhibition. Encounter the prehistoric wonders of the late Cretaceous Period and come face-to-face with a 66-million-year-old marvel. You can walk through the world millions of years ago where this gigantic creature roamed the earth with a hunter’s keen senses.
LOVE LIGHTS
Saturday and Sunday, The Capilano Suspension Bridge
This is the final weekend for this love themed light up spectacular at Capilano Suspension Bridge.
SUPER SATURDAYS: STURGEON SURVIVAL
Saturday, 10 am – 4 pm, Fraser River Discovery Centre, New Westminster
This month take a closer look at the Fraser River’s oldest and largest species of fish – white sturgeon! These ‘Ghosts of the Fraser’ can live for decades, but face many challenges throughout their lives, from egg to adulthood. Explore these challenges – and check out some real sturgeon specimens. Reserve your spot online.
BLACK HOLES: FAMILY NIGHT
Saturday, 6:30 pm – 9 pm, H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
This sounds like an awesome evening for slightly older kids. Enjoy a show in the Planetarium Star Theatre, and learn about black holes, the life cycle of stars and gravitational waves. Explore the exhibit space in our Cosmic Courtyard, take in a live science demonstration in the GroundStation Canada Theatre and check out the telescope in our Observatory.
FLYOVER CANADA: LEGENDARY ICELAND
Saturday and Sunday, various showtimes, Canada Place
There is a brand new show playing at Flyover Canada. Take off on an exhilarating flying ride that lets you soar, dive and dip through incredible Icelandic landscapes.
ROLLA SKATE CLUB
Saturday, 4 pm – 6 pm, RollerLand PNE, 21 N Renfrew St, Vancouver
Want to take the kids out to try out roller skating? Anyone remember Stardust back in the 90s?? That’s probably the last time I went roller skating, but could be a fun thing to try again. The all ages Sparkle Skate is open to everyone. Rock out to family friendly music and rental skates are included with every ticket.
VANCOUVER COMIC AND TOY SHOW
Sunday, 11 am – 6 pm, PNE Forum, 2901 E Hastings St, Vancouver
Features over 200 large 8ft Tables all action packed with Vintage to Current Comics, Action Figures, Video Games & all things Pop Culture related! There will also be food trucks on site. Tickets are $15 and kids age 12 and under are free.
DELTA HOT CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL
Saturday and Sunday, various locations in Delta
If you haven’t had enough hot chocolate this season (can never have enough in my opinion), then don’t miss the final days of Delta’s Hot Chocolate festival. You can visit any of the participating Cafes and Bakeries in Tsawwassen, Ladner, and North Delta to indulge in a Specialty Hot Chocolate Drink or Chocolate-inspired Pastry.
SLIME: MAKE AND TAKE AT GRANVILLE ISLAND
Sunday, 12 pm – 3 pm, Kids Market, Granville Island
Visit the kids market at Granville Island to take part in this fun free activity where kids get to make their very own pile of ooey gooey slime!
