Arts & Culture Parks Canada - Free Admission on Parks Day (July 17)

First celebrated in 1990, Canada’s Parks Day is an opportunity for Canadians to participate in one of hundreds of unique and fun events taking place in our national parks, historic sites and marine conservation areas from coast to coast to coast. And better yet – it’s free! So go find a national park, historic site or marine conservation area near you and join us in the celebration of Canada’s wonderful parks in the year of the 125th anniversary of national parks in Canada! See the list of activities, or consult your favourite national park, historic site or marine conservation area website!



List of Activities in British Columbia

Fort Langley National Historic Site of Canada (Fort Langley, BC)

Discover the then and now of 'wilderness survival' as you live like a Voyageur. Place your favourite Park on our giant map and enjoy a puppet show from our partner, Metro Vancouver Parks. Free admission!

Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites of Canada (Esquimalt, BC)

Join us for a morning 10km hike with the Juan de Fuca Pathfinders followed by a tour of the newly renovated Fisgard Lighthouse. Registration for the hike from 9:30-10:00 a.m., Call (250) 642-4515 for more information.

Gulf Islands National Park

Saturna Island

Parks Day Old-Time Picnic: Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy an afternoon of old-fashioned pleasures!

Pender Islands

Parks Day BioBlitz: Let’s count every different plant and animal in the Park! Explore the beach, marsh, pond, forest and field. Build a Bio-Wall with drawings and photos to celebrate 125 years of national parks in Canada. For all ages. Bring cameras and ID books.

Sidney Island

Parks Day on Sidney Island: Join the activities to celebrate 125 years of national parks in Canada. Keep your fingers crossed for soaring eagles, feeding herons and frolicking otters. Come see what’s up and who’s out on this island oasis!

Pacific Rim National Park

Family fun event to celebrate 125 years of national parks and the 40th anniversary of PRNP, located at Wickaninnish Beach – with games, prizes, guided walks, learning activities, free cake, BBQ and more.