99 Days of Summer
May
Surrey Children's Festival

The Surrey Children’s Festival is fun for kids of all ages! Children can tap into their creative sides and take part in hands-on arts, crafts, and performing arts activities. Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone, or in person.
Catch Some Waves

Head over to the Newton Recreation Centre and hop into the Wave Pool to experience the highest indoor waves in Western Canada.
Lace Up Those Skates

Head to your local arena for a fun day of ice skating with family and friends.
Make Summer Plans

Pay a visit to our beautiful visitor centre near the Pacific Border Crossing. We would be happy to help you plan your summer itinerary with free accommodation bookings, discounted attraction tickets, maps, and a great selection of souvenirs and retail merchandise!
Get Trendy

Visit the Surrey Museum and wander through the exhibit ‘In the Style of...’ which explores fashion trends and designers of the 20th century. Pop on by before the exhibit ends on June 8th!
Discover Nature’s Best

Explore the natural and cultural heritage at the Surrey Nature Centre, and roam among the beautiful greenery of a thriving forest.
Take Tea like a Scot

Sit on the verandah at the Historic Stewart Farm with Scottish Tea and treats, and enjoy experiencing the heritage of the family who once lived there.
June
Put your hands up

The Vancouver International Bhangra Celebration presents InFlux, an evening filled with live music mash-ups, hip hop dance battles, and art projections at the Surrey Art Gallery.
Run for Fun

Tie up your shoes and come out to support the Centre for Child Development for their fun run event at Bear Creek Park! The event will raise funds for children needing developmental assistance.
Build Your Summer Wardrobe

Head over to Grandview Corners in South Surrey for a premiere shopping experience offering 70 plus stores. After shopping, try one of the great restaurants or cafes that surround the complex!
Climb to New Heights

Think you have what it takes to climb all the way to the top? Coastal Climbing Centre has over 150 climbing routes for you to test your fitness level on! Challenge a friend to see who makes it up there the fastest.
Explore Bollywood

Explore Spectacular Sangeet, a Bollywood themed exhibit in digital design, new media, and contemporary art at the Surrey Art Gallery. The exhibition runs until June 16.
Feel the Beat - rePercussion

What happens when the drums of the world come together? A tour de-force of cultural expression and innovation in percussion. Tickets can be purchased at www.ticketstonight.ca
Make it a Strike

Sharpen up your 10-pin bowling skills, grab a group of friends, and head down to Xcalibur Bowling. For a fun night out, they offer Xtreme bowling on Friday and Saturday evenings!
Smell the Flowers

Navigate the winding pathways, which sprawl out across 5 acres, and take in the sights and smells of over 2500 mature rhododendrons in full bloom – some of which are more than 20 feet tall! Head over to this Open House at the Glades Garden loacated in South Surrey.
Ride the Tide

Discover the world’s ocean at this free, fun-filled family festival. Enjoy live music, marine touch tanks, nature walks and much more for World Ocean Day!
Listen for the Sounds

Today is the last day to explore the Open Sound exhibit at the Surrey Art Gallery, where visitors open their ears to audio art.
Go back in time

Want to be an archaeologist? Or just interested in dinosaurs? Head over to the Surrey Museum to check out the Focus on Fossils exhibit.
Choose Local

Come out to the Surrey Urban Farmers` Market and browse through farm fresh products and locally produced foods every Wednesday starting today.
Play Fetch

Head out to one of Surrey’s many off-leash dog parks with your furry friend. Find a nearby park on the City of Surrey website.
Play Mini Golf!

Join in on the fun and games at Art Knapp Plantland's 18-hole mini golf course - open every day!
Surrey Festival

Gather the family and enjoy a day of performances, craft vendors, kid’s zone activities and much more at the SurreyFest!
Spend the Day with Dad

Bring your dad and the gang to the Father’s Day Open House at the Historic Stewart Farm for a fun-filled train theme extravaganza. See live steam-powered trains, get creative with train themed crafts, and interact with model-train enthusiasts.
Support Your Team

Are you a huge football fan? Head over to the BC Lions practice field to watch their public practices!
Check their weekly training schedule at www.bclions.com.
Arts at Darts

Stroll through the gardens at Darts Hill Garden to view the Arts at Darts exhibit, featuring local art, music, and dance!
Cast a Line

Learn about fish habitats and conservation, as well as where, when, and how to catch fish at Green Timbers! This program is open to children and youth aged 5-15 years. Those 16+ can obtain a permit and fish too!
Indulge for Teatime

Sit on the verandah of a picturesque, heritage farmhouse and enjoy tea, locally-grown strawberries and hand-churned ice cream.
Pick your Plants

Looking to revamp your garden? Potters has a full selection of Annuals, Perennials and nursery stock that will be sure to have your garden be in full bloom this summer!
Get in Touch With Your Community

Spend the day at the Newton Recreation Centre and enjoy some live entertainment along with face painting, great vendors, and fun prizes at the Newton Community Festival.
What’s the Buzz?

Come out to the Honeybee Centre and join in on a public tour. Various bee-themed tours run throughout the day between 10am and 3pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
Find Some Good Reads

Do you like reading? Take part in programs, enter contests, win prizes and even earn a medal by reading for 49 days as part of the Summer Reading Club. Get started by signing up at your local library.
Pick it Fresh

Head over to the Surrey Visitor Centre and pick up the new Farm Fresh guide, then make your way to your favourite u-pick farm.
Putt, Putt, Putt

Take the whole family for a day of golfing fun with a two tier range and a nine hole pitch and putt at Birdies and Buckets Family Golf Centre.
Have You Got the Moves?

For adrenaline enthusiasts, Surrey's skateboard parks are the perfect place to sharpen your skills or show off a few moves. Find the nearest skate park at the youth parks, located in various parks in Surrey.
Pedal to New Places

Take a cycling trip along Zero Avenue and enjoy the scenic views of Surrey and Blaine. For more biking ideas, come into the visitor centre to pick up a free copy of the Surrey Bike Map.
Learn to Fly!

Always wanted to be a pilot? Or want to see the stunning views of Surrey from above? King George Aviation offers regular scenic flights and lessons. Call them today!
Take a Dip!

Are you looking for a fun way to cool down? Head on over to your local outdoor pool and enjoy a dip in the pool with friends! Turn to page 11 in the Surrey Visitor’s Guide for a complete listing of pools in the area.
July
Canada Day!

Celebrating the birthday of our wonderful nation at the Cloverdale Amphitheatre, Western Canada’s largest Canada Day celebration. Come out in red and white, and wave your flag to show your Canadian pride!
Taste New Flavours

Surrey is home to a number of unique and ethnic restaurants. Explore our city's diverse dining scene - you may even find yourself discovering a new favourite food!
Check out Wildlife Habitats

Enjoy a walk through the lush nature trails at Surrey Lake Park. While the lake is man-made, it boasts a diverse animal habitat and picturesque scenery.
Roses are Red...

Spend the day touring Surrey's most beautifully designed gardens. For a complete list of gardens, pick up the Surrey Visitor's Guide and bookmark page 50 or check the City of Surrey's list.
Plunge into the Underwater World

Go for a scuba diving adventure and see life under the sea with Ocean Pro Divers. Book your dive today.
Be a Pioneer

Come down to Stewart Farm dressed in your best pioneer costume and taste homemade ice-cream and lemonade at the Pioneer Fair! Costumed interpreters provide informative tours of the Historic Farm House.
Spot Rare Species

Pack your binoculars and don't forget your bird book! You won't want to miss any of the beautiful birds found at Blackie Spit Park.
Get Some Retail Therapy

Admire the beautiful facades and explore the local shops, as you wander along the pedestrian-friendly streetscapes of The Shops at Morgan Crossing. Savour a delectable chocolate treat at Mink Chocolates, browse multiple premium-brand retailers, or find unique pieces at the many fashion boutique stores.
Follow the Trails

Take a self-guided tour of Serpentine Fen. The spectacular 176 acres of land is home to more than 3000 different species of wildlife throughout the year.
Bulls-eye!

Whether you’re a practiced pro or a first-time sniper, Panther Paintball has courses for all skill-levels. Grab your comrades-in-arms and have an ultimate paintball battle at one of the premier paintball facilities in BC.
Indulge Your Tastebuds

Dress up and dine out at the Old Surrey Restaurant, located in a 1918 heritage house.
Tour the City

Want to see everything Surrey has to offer? Call Mandate Tours and book your Surrey and Fraser Valley sightseeing tour now!
You Gotta BEE There!

Buzz buzz! Have you always wondered how honey is made? Come out and enjoy a day of free fun, entertainment, and beekeeping demonstrations for the entire family!
Admire Local Showpieces

Come out and see three acres of beautiful garden with over 100 artists’ creations at the Mikelson Mind and Matter Art Gallery. There are spectacular sites for all ages to enjoy at the Arnold Mikaelson Festival of the Arts!
Tee Up!

Surrey is the place to golf! Surrey offers unmatched variety when it comes to skill level, affordability, and course style. Grab some friends and start your golf adventure at one of Surrey's golf courses!
Rediscover the Old-Fashion Ways

Experience days like pioneer kids did at the Kensington Prairie Community Centre! Learn about the chores children used to do and try using real pioneer gadgets as you make butter, wash clothes, and peel apples the old-fashioned way.
Hook a Trout

Bring the kids down for an exciting day filled with catch and release fishing at the Colebrook Trout Farm! Remember to call in advance!
Indulge in Iced Treats

There’s no better way to beat the summer heat than with a scoop or two of cool, creamy ice-cream. Head down to Crescent Beach and try some of the best tasting ice cream in the city.
Discover Historic Fun

City Centre Library welcomes the Surrey Museum staff for a special event, The Museum Welcomes You, where visitors can explore Surrey’s history.
Surrey Fusion Festival!

Come out and see what makes the Surrey Fusion Festival a summer highlight! The award-winning Surrey Fusion Festival celebrates our city's unique cultural mosaic with vibrant, lively performances, delectable food, and plenty of entertainment!
Canadian Open Fast Pitch Tournament

Bring the whole family down to Softball City or Cloverdale Athletic Park for the Canadian Open Fast Pitch International Tournament & watch some of the world's best compete. The celebrations include a variety of fun activities and informative softball clinics.
Pamper Yourself

Treat yourself to a day at the spa with the superior services offered at Sueno Spa located in the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel.
Paddle Along

Take to the water in a kayak or canoe, and paddle along the gentle waters of the Nicomekl River, as it winds its way towards Crescent Beach.
Step Back in Time

Tour the 1900 farm, Historic Stewart Farm, with costumed guides, as they tell stories of the family who lived there and show the extensive farmhouse, garden, and barn!
Hear the Sounds of Summer

Bring a blanket or folding chair to Darts Hill Garden for an evening of live music played by a renowned orchestra in a stunning garden setting.
Feeling Adventurous?

Looking for something new and exciting to do? Head to Crescent Beach for some wind sailing on the cool waters!
Summer Blockbuster

Head out to the local movie theatre and catch a summer blockbuster on the big screen!
Stroll the Paths

Are you looking for a place to immerse yourself in nature? Enjoy a peaceful stroll along the Semiahmoo Trail.
Splish, Splash

Cool off from the summer heat at one of Surrey's many waterparks.
Monkey Around

Want to act like a monkey for the day? Head over the Golden Ears Bridge to Wild Play Element Park in Maple Ridge to try the Monkido.
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Get Cultured

Visit the Newton Cultural Centre, which used to be the old Surrey Fire Hall, and see what amazing new exhibit is on this month.
August
Spend a Day in the Country

Head over to the Missing Goat Blueberry Farm! This cute-as-a-button, family-run blueberry farm is well worth a visit. Enjoy a relaxing day in the country and uncover the story of the missing goat!
Make It a Shopping Day

Keep up your summer wardrobe and enjoy the summer sun all at once at Grandview Corners. This outdoor shopping centre blends clothing and home stores with dining outlets - making it a great one-stop shop!
Spirit of the Sea Festival

Head over to the annual Spirit of the Sea Festival, taking place along White Rock Beach. This free event is fun for the whole family, and features a variety of entertainment, including a children's carnival, parade, games, and fireworks.
All Things Jamaican

The annual Jamaican/Canadian Cultural Festival at Holland Park features open air concerts, games, food, a Kidz Zone, Youth 3-on-3 Basketball Challenge, Hip Hop DJ competition, and a Bobsleigh race. There is something for everyone to enjoy!
BC day

Pack the cooler, barbeque, kite, and volleyball and head on over to Peace Arch rovincial Park to celebrate BC day!
All About Kids!

The Honeybee Centre hosts KIDSWORLD. This event includes tours, beekeeping demonstrations, and presentations. Become a member of KIDSWORLD to get access to all their summertime events.
Play Catch

Grab a bat, glove, and some baseballs and head over to Softball City to play on the same diamonds where international tournaments have been played.
Get Wild for Whales

Ever been out whale watching? Here’s your chance! Depart from Crescent Beach Marina with Discovery Seatours for a few hours of orca viewing fun!
Sip Surrey’s Finest

Enjoy views of the vineyard at River’s Bend Winery while learning about and sampling different types of reds and whites.
Cloverdale Blueberry Festival

Head over to Cloverdale for the annual Blueberry Festival and join the community in celebrating this tasty and healthy fruit! (You better believe there will be plenty of pie!)
Step Up

Walk down the 1001 Steps at Crescent Beach and surround yourself with natural marine life: sand dollars, sea-stars, seals, and more!
Shop Indian Style

Make your way to the Punjabi Bazaar to experience a little taste of East Indian culture by browsing through a series of unique Punjabi shops. Enjoy food, music, and fun!
Reminisce Munsch

Step back into your childhood with this celebration of Robert Munsch. Munsch Ado about Nothing features Munsch’s most popular stories in this play with a Shakespearean twist. Event runs from August 13th to 16th.
Shakespeare by the Sea

The Beach House Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night on stage under a tent on Crescent Beach. Buy your tickets before they sell out.
Off to the Races!

Experience live harness racing action or try your luck at the game tables and slot machines at Fraser Downs.
Explore New Territory

Take a 5 minute ferry to Barnston Island’s peaceful environment. Once there, enjoy leisure walks and bike riding.
Head Outside for... a Movie?

Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, snacks, friends, and head down to Holland Park to watch a blockbuster movie under the stars on a huge projection screen.
Find Treasures

Come score a great deal at the Cloverdale Flea Market, which operates every Sunday, rain or shine, and features booths located both indoors and outdoors.
All Aboard

Choo Choo! Bring the kids out and hop on the locomotives Eddy the Engine and Chough. The two will both take you on an enchanted ride through Bear Creek Park and Gardens!
Support Local Art

Feast your eyes on the vibrant, colourful artwork of Debra Gow at the local Gallery 68.
Play in the Treehouse

Check out the replica of the 1800’s treehouse in Redwood Park and take in the beauty of the park on trails. This is the largest grove of Redwood trees that is North of California!
Watch Glass Blowing

Visit The Loafing Shed Glass Studio to see the beautiful work and demonstrations Robert Gary Parkes creates with contemporary blown glass, at his farm in Port Kells.
Stroll Old Streets

Step into the 1900s and explore the historic Cloverdale town centre with charming boutiques and restaurants.
Learn Local Botany

Discover natural wonders on a botany walk through the Stewart Farm with an expert.
Watch the Sunset

Head over to Crescent Beach with the family or that special someone and watch the beautiful sunset reflect against the water.
Shop for Back-to-School

Going back to school isn't all bad! Head over to Guildford Town Centre - with over 200 stores, you are sure to find the latest & greatest fall fashions!
Take a Vacation

Discover the travel bug within you at the Kensington Prairie Community Centre with their World Traveller family-friendly event.
Get Lost!

Do you hate getting lost? How about getting lost in a corn maze? Challenge yourself and your friends to see if you have what it takes to find your way out of the challenging Bose Corn Maze.
Attend the Fair

Make a daytrip over to the Fair at the PNE with the whole family for shows, concerts, games, rides, and more! The fair is open from August 17th to September 2nd.
Point, Set, Match!

Head over to your local park with a friend and rally or play a match of tennis. Check www.surrey.ca for listings of parks with tennis courts.
Check Out Vintage Rides

Spend your day viewing these vintage wheels at the Crescent Beach Invitational Car Show.


