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🇨🇦 Family Adventure & Play Guide | BC & beyond
✨ ECE Professional 18+ years
Adventures, activities & family fun
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Who knew one of my favourite sensory play finds would come from the plumbing aisle at Home Depot? It’s actually a plastic water heater pan, but I saw the perfect oversized sensory play tray! Here’s why I love it: • Large enough for multiple children to play together • Perfect for sensory bins, messy play and creative exploration • Easy to clean and reuse • Affordable alternative to expensive sensory play trays, around $20 • Endless possibilities for different play setups! I simply taped the hole on the side to seal the tray. Then, for this Halloween setup, I added orange split peas, black beans and a few Halloween-themed loose parts. Simple, inviting and so much fun to explore! 📌SAVE this idea for your next sensory play setup, and SHARE it with a parent or educator who loves a good play hack. To find it: Home Depot carries the Oatey brand, plastic water heater pan __________________ I’m a mom of three and an early childhood educator with 18+ years of experience. I share creative play ideas, family adventures and places to explore around Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. 🎃 Follow @wandernplay for more play inspiration and family adventures! 🧡@wandernplay 🧡@wandernplay 🧡@wandernplay #SensoryPlay #PlayBasedLearning #ToddlerActivities #WanderAndPlay #Homeschool play to learn, learn through play, sensory bin, halloween, preschool, kids activities, hands on, classroom, teacher, daycare, child care, homeschool, home learning, play activities, family fun by @wandernplay
FREE Christmas fun for the whole family in Surrey!😍 Surrey’s Tree Lighting Festival is back for TWO days of holiday celebrations, and there’s so much for families to enjoy! Here’s what you can look forward to: * Live entertainment and performances * Free ice skating * Photos with Santa * Holiday characters * Amusement rides and games * Christmas market and festive treats * Fun activities for the kids * The magical lighting of Surrey’s giant Christmas tree! Event Details: * When: November 21 & 22, 2026 * Time: 12 PM – 8 PM * Where: Surrey Civic Plaza * Admission: FREE! 🎄 The Christmas tree lighting takes place on Saturday, November 21! 📌 SAVE this post and SHARE it with a family looking for free Christmas fun! #SurreyTreeLighting #SurreyBC #VancouverFamilies #ChristmasInVancouver #WanderAndPlay by @wandernplay
I planned your fall! 🍁 🍂 The Wander + Play Fall Adventure Guide is officially here! I created this guide for families who want to make the most of the season without spending hours figuring out where to go or what to do. Inside you’ll find: • Family-friendly adventures around Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley + Sea to Sky • Pumpkin patches, parks, nature adventures + indoor destinations • Halloween activities for different ages • Simple fall play ideas to try at home • Bucket lists, scavenger hunts, conversation starters + practical family resources All thoughtfully curated by a local mom of three and early childhood educator with 18+ years of experience. Less time planning. More time exploring, playing and making memories together. 🧡 Comment FALL and I’ll send you the link to grab your copy. #VancouverWithKids #VancouverFamilies #FraserValley #ThingsToDoVancouver #WanderAndPlay YVR, Vancouver, family fun, kids activities, preschool, toddler, learn through play, adventures, childhood, motherhood, parenting by @wandernplay
November 1st means Christmas decorating season has officially begun in our house! 🎄 Are you Team November or Team Wait Until December? #ChristmasLovers #FilipinoChristmas #NovemberIsMyBirthMonth #WanderAndPlay #ChristmasSpirit by @wandernplay
Hosting a Halloween party tomorrow? Here are some easy, last-minute ideas! DIY Decor: * Personalized WANTED poster wall * Giant spider web * Spooky surprise in the bathtub Party Games: * Blindfold March Challenge * Toilet Paper Mummy * Ping-Pong Eyeball Toss Creative Activity: * Giant colouring poster * Decorate your own trick-or-treat bags Simple, affordable, and so much fun for kids and adults! 📌 SAVE these ideas for your next Halloween party and SHARE with someone who’s hosting! @wandernplay 🧡 @wandernplay 🧡 @wandernplay 🧡 by @wandernplay
Another Langley neighbourhood going ALL OUT for Halloween! These neighbours understood the assignment! 📍 77A Avenue & 209 Street, Langley (Across from Richard Bulpitt Elementary) * FREE to visit! * Best enjoyed after dark! * Please respect the residents and avoid blocking roads. 📌 SEND this to someone who LOVES Halloween and SAVE it for your next spooky adventure! #LangleyBC #HalloweenDisplays #VancouverWithKids #LangleyEvents #WanderAndPlay by @wandernplay
Still looking for a fun Halloween adventure with the kids? This one takes spooky season to new heights! HowlOver at Flyover Canada is a family-friendly flying adventure with a fun Halloween twist! Perfect for little adventurers who want some spooky fun without the big scares. WHAT TO EXPECT: * An immersive flying theatre experience * Incredible visuals, motion, wind and special effects * A playful Halloween adventure for the whole family * Fun, not-too-scary thrills for kids and grown-ups alike! GOOD TO KNOW: Limited-time Halloween experience at Flyover Canada, Canada Place, Vancouver. Still making Halloween plans? 📌 SAVE this reel and add HowlOver to your family’s Halloween bucket list! #FlyoverCanada #HowlOver #VancouverWithKids #VancouverHalloween #FamilyFunVancouver by @wandernplay
This isn’t just ONE house decorated for Halloween. It’s practically an ENTIRE STREET! Welcome to Halloween of Yorkson in Langley, where neighbours take Halloween decorating to a whole new level! And the best part? It’s FREE! Here’s what you need to know: * Located in the Yorkson neighbourhood of Langley, BC * Incredible Halloween displays throughout the street * Giant skeletons, spooky creatures, lights and plenty of surprises * Best experienced after dark * A fun Halloween outing for families and Halloween lovers! GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: * Halloween night gets VERY busy! Expect crowds. * The neighbourhood welcomes hundreds of visitors each year and accepts candy donations to help keep the Halloween fun going. * Please be respectful! This is a residential street, so be mindful of noise, parking, driveways and private property. * Some displays may be too spooky for younger children. Know someone who LOVES Halloween? SEND them this reel and plan a visit together! 📌 SAVE this for your Halloween adventures and FOLLOW @wandernplay for more incredible family-friendly places around Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley! @wandernplay🧡 @wandernplay🧡 @wandernplay🧡 📍 209A St. and 84 Ave. in Langley, BC 🇨🇦 #HalloweenOfYorkson #LangleyBC #VancouverHalloween #FraserValleyBC #WanderAndPlay Halloween activities for kids, family fun, family activities, kids activities, fall, autumn, preschool, toddler, kids, children, things to do, YVR, Vancouver, Langley by @wandernplay
A magical Halloween forest just minutes from Vancouver! Canyon Frights at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park brings a little Halloween magic to one of BC’s most beautiful attractions. Think glowing lights, spooky forest displays, and just the right amount of Halloween fun for the whole family! WHAT TO EXPECT: * Halloween-themed decorations and illuminated forest displays * Spooky photo opportunities throughout the park * Family-friendly activities and interactive games * The iconic suspension bridge, Treetops Adventure and Cliffwalk * A beautiful forest experience after dark EVENT DETAILS: * Location: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, North Vancouver * Event: Canyon Frights * Admission: Included with regular park admission 📌 SAVE this for your Halloween adventures and SHARE it with a family who would love to visit! ______________________ Follow @wandernplay for more family-friendly adventures around Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. @wandernplay 🧡 @wandernplay 🧡 @wandernplay 🧡 #CanyonFrights #CapilanoSuspensionBridge #VancouverWithKids #VancouverHalloween #WanderAndPlay YVR, North Vancouver, Halloween in Vancouver, outdoor, things to do in Vancouver, family fun, family activities, kids, childhood, preschool, toddler, homeschool by @wandernplay
Halloween fun around Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley! From pumpkin trains and haunted museums to trick-or-treating, spooky adventures and festive celebrations, there’s plenty happening this October! I’ve rounded up family-friendly Halloween events across 15 communities to help you plan your October adventures. 📌SAVE this post for later! 👻 SHARE it with families looking for Halloween fun! 💀 FOLLOW @wandernplay for more family adventures around BC! A quick reminder: Check event dates, admission details and age recommendations directly with organizers before visiting. 🎃 Looking for more fall adventures? Comment FALL for the link to my Fall Adventure Guide, packed with family-friendly destinations, seasonal activities and play ideas! #VancouverWithKids #FraserValleyKids #VancouverHalloween #LangleyBC #WanderAndPlay by @wandernplay
🚫GIVEAWAY CLOSED: Win a Vancouver Aquarium family membership! (2 adults+2 kids) There’s so much to explore at the Vancouver Aquarium, from local B.C. marine life to animals from the Amazon and the tropics. A few family favourites: 🦭 Meet rescued sea otters and sea lions, plus axolotls, jellyfish and so many more 🪼 Get hands-on in the Wet Lab and discover sea stars, moon jellies and other invertebrates. What’s on display can vary by day. 🐠 Let little explorers under 8 take on animal rescue missions in Clownfish Cove 🐟 Catch a 4D Theatre show. Shows run every 20–30 minutes and are included with admission. 🐡 Visit during the Fin-tastic Fall Festival, on until October 31, for underwater pumpkin-carving shows, seasonal animal programs and more A membership includes unlimited visits for a year, plus member discounts on gift shop purchases, food and more. 📍Vancouver Aquarium 845 Avison Way, in Stanley Park Open daily, 10 am–5 pm. Hours can change, so check the Aquarium’s calendar before you go. 🌟 To enter: • Follow @wandernplay and @vanaqua • LIKE and SAVE this post • Tag a friend you’d bring with you. The more tags, the more entries! (1 tag = 1 entry. Each comment counts as one entry.) • BONUS 5 entries: Share this post to your Stories and tag me! Giveaway ends Wednesday, October 21. A random winner will be announced Thursday, October 22. All requirements must be followed to be eligible to win. @wandernplay ❤️ @wandernplay 💙 @wandernplay 💛 #YVR #WanderAndPlay #Vancouver #VanAqua Aquarium, Preschool, toddler, family fun, homeschool, outdoor outdoor play, Stanley Park, things to do in Vancouver, family activities by @wandernplay
Maan Farms is one of those places where you can easily spend hours exploring, playing and making fall memories! There’s SO much for families to enjoy at this Abbotsford favourite! Here’s what you’ll find: • 5-acre pumpkin patch + Canada’s Biggest Pumpkin House • Two corn mazes • Barnyard animals to meet and feed • Ziplines, jumping pillows + pedal go-karts • Slides, climbing wall + wooden fortress • NEW giant corn play pit • Pumpkin spice ice cream, mini donuts, apple pie nachos (my favourite!), NEW apple crumb treat + more fall treats • Plenty of fall photo spots! PLAN YOUR VISIT 📍 Maan Farms 790 McKenzie Road, Abbotsford, BC • September 12 – November 1, 2026 • Open daily, 9 AM – 6 PM • Tickets required for ages 3+ • Ages 2 and under are free 📌 SAVE this for your next fall adventure and SHARE it with a family who would love to visit! 🎃 Looking for more family adventures this fall? Comment FALL and I’ll send you my Fall Adventure Guide! #MaanFarms #AbbotsfordBC #FraserValleyKids #VancouverWithKids #WanderAndPlay outdoor, pumpkin patch, family fall adventures, preschool, toddler, YVR, things to do in Abbotsford, outdoor adventures by @wandernplay

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