Maple Ridge, B.C., October 24, 2025 – Families are invited to celebrate National Child’s Day with two days of fun and creativity at PLAYfest, taking place November 21–22 at the Albion Community Centre.
Hosted by the City of Maple Ridge, PLAYfest brings families together to honour children’s rights and the importance of play in childhood development through engaging performances, activities, and hands-on experiences for all ages.
Friday Nov. 21 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. - Children’s Pajama Performance Night
The festivities kick off with Children’s Pajama Performance Night on Friday, November 21, from 6 to 8:00 p.m. (performance doors open at 5:45 p.m.), featuring interactive, family-friendly entertainment including:
- Science World – On the Road Show: a high-energy, educational science experience.
- Ventriloquist Kellie Haines: comedy, puppets, and imagination brought to life on stage
Tickets are required for attendance:
- Family Pass (2 Adults, 2 Children, includes popcorn & drink) – $30
- Child (0–18 years) – $5
- Adult – $18
- Tickets and full event details are available at MapleRidge.ca/PLAYfest
Saturday, November 22, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. - Family Event
The fun continues with free activities, including:
- Arts and crafts
- Bouncy castles (sponsored by Eventful Celebrations)
- Early years play spaces
- Face painting
- Youth vendor market (items available for purchase)
- Rights of the Child art project with Artist-in-Residence Alex Neff
- Food trucks
“From science and art to laughter and play, this event highlights our community’s commitment to creating spaces where children and families can connect, learn, and thrive together,” said Tara Bardej, Manager of Recreation & Community Programs.
About National Child’s Day
National Child’s Day is celebrated across Canada on November 20 to recognize the importance of children’s rights and the collective commitment to upholding them. Established through the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), it highlights every child’s right to be safe, healthy, and heard.
For additional information, contact the children’s program team at Childrens@mapleridge.ca.
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