• Penticton Heritage Week 2026

    Penticton Heritage Week 2026
    Penticton Museum 785 Main St, Penticton, British Columbia, Canada

    Mark your calendars for BC Heritage Week - February 16-22! Penticton highlights include: - Feb. 14-15: Heritage Fair at Cherry Lane Mall featuring the Okanagan Historical Society - Penticton Branch, […]

    Free
  • What We Hold Close Exhibition

    CityScape Community ArtSpace 335 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver, BC, Canada

    North Van Arts is proud to present our latest exhibition at Cityscape Community ArtSpace, What We Hold Close. The exhibition runs from January 23 - February 28, 2026. What We […]

    Free
  • Seton Villa and Emmet Cafferky – A Legacy that Stirred Change

    Overlynn Mansion 401 N. Esmond Avenue, Burnaby, BC, Canada

    Join us for a special celebration as we explore the legacy of Emmet Cafferky — the original “Pot Stirrer” whose bold vision became Seton Villa, a vibrant retirement residence that […]

    Free
  • Family Day at the Legislature

    BC Parliament Buildings 501 Belleville Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

    The Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, Parliamentary Education Office, is hosting an open house at the BC Parliament Buildings for families to visit and participate in crafts, games and activities.  […]

    Free
  • Family Day Food Tours and Activities at the Burnaby Village Museum

    Burnaby Village Museum 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby, BC, Canada

    Description of program: Gather the family and explore how the contributions of many different peoples have shaped the food we eat today. Burnaby’s food culture has changed over time. This […]

    Free
  • Skateboard Stories in Motion

    Richmond Cultual Centre Annex 7660 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, Canada

    This drop-in activity invites families to explore the fundamentals of stop-motion animation through the theme of skateboarding in Richmond, featuring artwork by Joshua Ralph. Delivered in partnership between the Richmond […]

    Free
  • The Maple Road Experience – Exhibit Tours with Kevin Harris

    Richmond Museum 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond, BC, Canada

    The Maple Road Experience, takes you inside the story of Kevin Harris — a kid with a passion for skateboarding who, with the help of his parents, built a legendary backyard […]

    Free
  • Family Day at the Historic Stewart Farm

    Historic Stewart Farm 13723 Crescent Road, Surrey, BC, Canada

    Celebrate family through food and Victorian traditions with Historic Stewart Farm! In the farmhouse kitchen, taste apple loaf, try peeling apples, watch us make apple sauce and browse some vintage […]

    Free
  • Family Day Drop-In at Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House

    Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House 13723 Crescent Road, Surrey, BC, Canada

    Celebrate Family Day with fun, educational activities exploring Coast Salish food traditions and harvesting methods. Learn about important resources and cultural practices through engaging hands-on experiences for all ages. Want […]

    Free
  • Stir the Pot: Family Day at the Okanagan Heritage Museum

    Okanagan Heritage Museum 470 Queensway Avenue Kelowna, BC V1Y 6S7, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Join us for a family-friendly day of discovery at the Okanagan Heritage Museum! Enjoy a mini-presentation and hands-on activities that explore the rich history and heritage of food and why […]

    FREE
  • Celebrate BC Heritage Week with the Parksville Museum: Family Day!

    Parksville Museum Parksville Museum 1245 East Island Highway, Parksville, British Columbia, Canada

    Celebrate BC Heritage Week at the Parksville Museum!  Monday, February 16 | 12–4 pm ~ BC Family Day Write Yourself a Postcard ​ Materials are provided on site! Use one of […]

    Free
  • Roots, Rings & Rhythm: A Family Day Celebration of Trees

    Kelowna Unitarians 1310 Bertram St, Kelowna, BC, Canada

    Kelowna Tree Protectors and Kelowna Unitarians are offering a free, all-ages drop-in workshop with circle dancing and art activity themed to connect us with our long heritage with trees.  Circle […]

    Free
  • Black Heritage Celebration & Potluck

    Sooke Black Heritage Week
    Sooke Region Museum 2070 Phillips Road, Sooke, British Columbia, Canada

    Calling Sooke residents, Black individuals and families with roots in African, Caribbean, Latin American, and other diasporic communities – Join us for a week-long celebration of Black Heritage in Sooke, […]

    Free
  • Heritage Week at the Rossland Museum

    Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre 1100 Hwy 3B, Rossland, BC, Canada

    We're celebrating BC Heritage Week from February 17th-22nd! This year’s Heritage Week: Stir the Pot is an open invitation to celebrate food as a form of heritage that is both […]

    Free
  • Recipe Exchange at Mackie Lake House

    Mackie Lake House 7804 Kidston Road, Coldstream, BC, Canada

    Join us at Mackie Lake House for a Recipe Exchange! Mingle, enjoy tea and cookies (from one of our classic cookbooks), learn how we take care of aging books in […]

    Free
  • Every Delicacy: Food & Drink on 19th Century Vancouver Island

    Qualicum Beach Museum 587 Beach Road, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, Canada

    "Every Delicacy: Food & Drink on 19th century Vancouver Island" In this exclusive QB Reads Special Presentation, local author Robert Clark shares the findings of his research into the history […]

    Free
  • Langar – Eating Together: An Interfaith Lecture and Heritage Experience

    Sikh Heritage Museum, National Historic Site Gur Sikh Temple 33089 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

    Explore the Punjabi communal kitchen, Langar, a living tradition that brings people together through equality, service and shared humanity. This interfaith lecture will be led by Dr. Asma Qadri, Faculty […]

    Free
  • City of Maple Ridge Annual Heritage Awards

    Albion Community Centre 24165 104 Avenue, Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada

    Join Us! The City of Maple Ridge Heritage Awards celebrate local achievements in Heritage Conservation! Enjoy games, refreshments, and celebrating heritage! Stop by to connect with others and learn more […]

    Free
  • Wa¢kna, Bannock and Tea

    David Thompson High School 1535 14th St, Invermere BC V0A 1K4, Invermere, BC, Canada

    Participants will have the opportunity to learn from ʔAkisq̓nuk First Nation Knowledge Holders about Wa¢kna (dried meat) as well as from Shuswap Knowledge Holders about medicinal teas and have a […]

    Free
  • Lunar New Year at KMA

    Kamloops Museum and Archives 207 Seymour St, Kamloops, BC, Canada

    Bring your family to the Kamloops Museum and Archives to celebrate the Year of the Horse in collaboration with the Kamloops Chinese Cultural Association and Kamloops Chinese Freemasons. This fun […]

    Free
  • Best of the Shuswap Pie Baking Contest

    Piccadilly Mall Salmon Arm BC 751 Highway 97 B, Salmon Arm, BC, Canada

    Do you have a pie recipe you’re proud of — one that sparks conversation, brings people to the table, or carries a bit of family history with every slice? We’d […]

    Free
  • Year of the Horse at the Museum

    Year of the Horse at the Museum
    Chinese Canadian Museum 51 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada

    February 17, 2026 marks the start of the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse. Celebrate at the Chinese Canadian Museum on February 21–22 with a festive weekend […]

  • Heritage Week Recipe Share

    Courtenay and District Museum 207 4th Street, Courtenay, BC, Canada

    It is time to get your soup recipes ready! The Courtenay Museum is hosting a drop-in recipe sharing on Saturday, February 21 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Bring an […]

    Free
  • Recipe Illustration & Story Sharing at Langley City

    Timms Community Centre 20399 Douglas Crescent, Langley, British Columbia, Canada

    Celebrate Heritage Week with the City of Langley and the Fraser Valley Regional Library through food-inspired art and storytelling at Fraser Valley Regional Library – Langley City (Timms Community Centre). […]

    Free
  • West Vancouver Memorial Art & Architecture Tour

    West Vancouver Memorial Library 1950 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC, Canada

    Celebrate Heritage Week by joining us for a guided tour of West Vancouver Memorial Library, focusing on its architectural history and works of art. Meet your guide at the Library’s […]

    Free
  • Grandma’s Recipes Baking Exchange

    Summerland Museum & Archives 9521 Wharton Street, Summerland, British Columbia, Canada

    Celebrate Summerland’s heritage through the medium of food! As part of BC Heritage Week we invite you to connect with your ancestors by exploring the recipes they would have known […]

  • Poetry Night

    Open mic with featured reading by local author Fatima-Ayan Malika Hirsi: a space for expression, connection, and storytelling. Come share stories and creativity through poetry, spoken word, and personal reflections. […]

    Free
  • Year of the Horse at the Museum

    Year of the Horse at the Museum
    Chinese Canadian Museum 51 East Pender Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada

    February 17, 2026 marks the start of the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse. Celebrate at the Chinese Canadian Museum on February 21–22 with a festive weekend […]

  • Places that Matter Community Fair

    Heritage Hall 3102 Main St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

    Join us at Heritage Hall for a family-friendly Places that Matter Community Fair to celebrate Heritage Week 2026. Join VHF for the 9th Annual Places That Matter Community Fair! The event will include […]

    Free
  • Vivian Jennings Pie Social

    Kaslo Heritage Hall 500 4th Street, Kaslo, British Columbia, Canada

    Memorial pie social, bring your pies, celebrate community and heritage, at Kaslo Heritage Hall.

    Free
  • 1950’s Cooking Workshop

    Watch live as we discuss 1950's recipes and show you how to make two different dishes (one sweet and one savory) from two local cookbooks from the 1950's! 3:00PM: Introduction […]

    Free