This VM Week: Your Guide to June Events, Camps & Arts Umbrella Fundraiser

June is jam-packed with family fun in Metro Vancouver!

June in Metro Vancouver is packed with family fun! Enjoy street festivals, markets, outdoor concerts, kids’ activities, creative workshops, live music, and tasty food trucks. With both free and ticketed events, there’s something for every family and budget.
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If you haven’t gone yet! Tomorrow (June 1) is the last day
for the Vancouver International Children’s Festival

The Vancouver International Children’s Festival has one more day left (June 1)
You will see world-class performances in circus, dance, puppetry, music, and theatre — all created just for kids and families. Don’t miss Activity Village, included with every show ticket, featuring hands-on art and creative fun for all ages.

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With Summer Coming Up and temperature rising
Spray Parks are now open!

Looking for a fun and easy way to keep the kids cool this summer? We’ve rounded up the best spray parks across Metro Vancouver—from Vancouver to Burnaby, Richmond, and beyond! These family-friendly spots are perfect for hot days, with splash pads, water features, and shaded areas for picnics and play. Whether you’ve got toddlers or big kids, there’s a spray park near you that’s free, fun, and guaranteed to keep everyone happy.
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Have you booked your kids summer camps?
Book today before it’s too late!

The 2025 Vancouver Mom Summer Camp Guide now includes even more options your kids will love! Whether they want to build robots, perform on stage, create art, or zipline through the forest, we’ve got you covered.
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Let’s Keep Arts Education Free for Kids

Did you know that 75% of Arts Umbrella students access life-changing arts programs completely free of charge? From toddlers taking their first dance steps to teens discovering their passion for theatre or painting, these experiences are only possible because of generous community support. This spring, we’re asking families like yours to help us continue making creativity accessible to all children—regardless of their financial situation. Your donation, big or small, helps nurture the next generation of confident, imaginative, and expressive young people.
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Vancouver Mom Product Choice of the Week

NATPAT Buzz Patch Stickers for Kids (60 Pack) -
The Natural Patch - for Toddler, Babies,Kids

Summer is just around the corner, and that means more time outside soaking up the sunshine! But as the temperatures rise, so do those pesky mosquitos. Keep your kids bite-free with these All-Natural Mosquito Repellent Patches — a summer must-have for every family on the go.

Made with safe, natural ingredients and medical-grade, water-resistant adhesive, these fun and colorful patches are as cute as they are effective. Just stick one on and enjoy instant, mess-free protection at the park, beach, campsite, or backyard BBQ.

🌿 Kid-friendly, parent-approved
💧 Pleasant scent + water-resistant design
🎒 Perfect for travel, hiking, and outdoor play

Say goodbye to bites and hello to outdoor fun — without the itch!
👉 A summer essential that belongs in every mom's bag.

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