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kids picks 2019 kids fun guide
Big Little Science Centre
Candace Lewis
b e b o l d i n k a m lo o p s
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Kamloops is more than a city, it’s a state of mind. It’s a small-town kind of friendly
with metropolitan flavours on the side.
Far from the hustle and bustle, it’s a place where you skip the crowds, stretch your
legs and expand your horizons. Resting on the shores of two picturesque rivers, the
landscapes invite a sense of improvised adventure.
Be amazed by twisty single-track bike trails and winding walkways. Tee off on
award-winning golf courses. Cast a line on trophy stillwater. Poke around local
shops and boutiques. Engage with the vibrant arts and culture scene. Sample an
assortment of food that promises to satisfy and satiate even the most discerning of
palates. Indulge in a burgeoning bevy of wineries, craft breweries, restaurants and
cafés that are overflowing with culinary enthusiasm and intensity.
Kamloops is a city for every season. It’s a place for families, urban and rural
adventurers. Don’t just escape, explore. Go off the grid, get lost and discover the
unexpected along the way.
@tourismkamloops | #explorekamloops
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Have some fun in Kamloops. Explore family activities that include water parks,
wildlife, and educational attractions.
4Cats Art Studio Countdown Escape Rooms
250 Victoria Street | 4catskamloops.com 340 Victoria Street | countdownescaperooms.com
Check out the beautiful studio, artist of the month sessions, Immerse yourself in an interactive, themed experience at
workshops, camps, and birthday parties. Experience Countdown Escape Rooms, working together with friends
drawing, painting, silk screening, splatter painting, sculpture, and family to beat the clock and escape.
the clay wheel, and paper mache.
Downtown YMCA-ywca
BC Wildlife Park 400 Battle Street | kamloopsy.org
9077 Dallas Drive | bcwildlife.org Who can resist the swinging ropes. Enjoy the diving boards
Over 65 species of wildlife spread over 50 hectares. Every and hot tub too.
member of the family will enjoy seeing cougars, moose,
birds of prey, snakes, grizzly bears, mountain goats, and Exit Escape Rooms
timber wolves. Wildlights happens each December where 1801 Princeton-Kamloops Hwy | e-exit.ca/kamloops
the park is lit up with thousands of miniature lights. From the moment you step in, your team will be transported
into a universe beyond your wildest imagination. Gather up
BIG Little Science Centre your team between 2-8 players, pick your theme of choice,
655 Holt Street | blscs.org and use the given 60 minutes to escape.
Get hands on and do over 120 science experiments. This is
the coolest place to learn and have fun with science in an Falcon Lanes Bowling
interactive environment. 2020 Falcon Road | falconlanes.ca
5 and 10 pin bowling. Check out the cosmic bowling on
Cineplex Odeon Movie Theatre Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons.
1320 Trans-Canada Hwy | cineplex.com
Offers 8 screens, RealD 3D projection (where listed), Fox hunt
party rooms, wheelchair accessibility and concession. thefoxhunt.ca | book online
A technology-fueled, smartphone app adventure game
CLIFFSIDE Indoor Rock Climbing that combines traditional scavenger hunt missions, escape
954 Laval Crescent | cliffsideclimbing.com room puzzles, and amazing race style challenges. Teams
Scale the walls at Cliffside Climbing Gym. Hours of fun and compete to complete as many challenges before the clock
a great way to be active too. runs out.
FUN AND GAMES Kamloops Children’s Museum
1200 Summit Drive | funandgameskamloops.ca 207 Seymour Street | kamloops.ca/museum
A kids play center with virtual reality and laser tag Located on the first floor of the Kamloops Museum &
attractions, various arcade games and parties. Archives and includes interactive displays, dress up area,
puppet theatre, space station themed reading area,
Fun Factor FAMILY FUN CENTRE steamship station, water table, games to play, and models
910 Tranquille Road | thefunfactor.ca to make.
Games, laser tag, virtual reality, parties, events, and newly
added spin zone bumper cars, and mini four-lane bowling. Kamloops HERITAGE RAILWAY
510 Lorne Street | kamrail.com
Harper Mountain 2141 Steam Train ‘Spirit of Kamloops’ runs in July and August,
2580 Harper Mountain Road | harpermountain.com the Ghost Train runs in October and the Spirit of Christmas
The ideal mountain for family winter fun, only 20 minutes Train in December.
from Kamloops. Harper Mountain has something for
everyone. Skiing, snowshoeing and the always popular lift Kamloops Longboard Park
operated Snow Town Tube Park. 2370 Pacific Way
The world’s first longboard park is here in Kamloops. Pack
Jump 360 trampoline park your helmet and longboard and try out one of two tracks,
380-945 Columbia Street West | jump360.ca an easier route or a more advanced one.
With an open sea of connected trampolines, two basketball
dunk zones, foam pit, air pillow, battle beams, kiddie area Kamloops Mounted Patrol
and dodgeball court, it’s fun for the whole family. Riverside Park | kamloopsmountedpatrol.com
Say “Hi” to the coolest horses around. They can perch on
Kamloops Art Gallery rocks, climb stairs and more. You’ll find them each night at
465 Victoria Street | kag.bc.ca the Rocky Mountaineer Train station near Riverside Park.
Come and explore unique artwork at the Kamloops Art
Gallery, or if you plan in advance, you might be able to sign Kamloops paintball
up for a Kids Camp. Harper Mountain | kamloopspaintball.com
Splatmaster Paintball for kids 9 and up. This low impact
Kamloops Blazers version of paintball uses lower velocity markers and a
300 Lorne Street | blazerhockey.com smaller paintball for less impact.
Get into Blazer Nation with hockey games running all winter
long. Check their schedule for more information. Lil MONKEY’S TREEHOUSE
1801 Princeton-Kamloops Hwy | lilmonkeystreehouse.com
A new way to play – where the fun never ends. We are a
safe, clean, and interactive indoor play centre for children
0-10. We can’t wait to meet your Lil Monkeys
Paddle Surfit
paddlesurfit.com
Rent a stand up paddleboard and take a lesson from
on Heffley Lake. Must book ahead by calling 250.578.8979
or 250.318.0722.
PROJECT X Theatre
1198 Columbia Street | projectxtheatre.ca
Passionate about creating and producing innovative,
audacious theatre works that explore non-traditional
venues and forms of theatre. Runs in July only at Prince
Charles Park.
Rivercity drop-in gymnastics
1365C Dalhousie Drive | rivercitygymnastics.ca
Parent & tot drop-in is a program run with young children
Paddle Surfit
and parents in mind. Every day has a different set up.
Secwepemc Museum and Heritage Park Sweet Home Café
200-330 Chief Alex Thomas Way | tkemlups.ca 1380 Hillside Drive | sweethomecafeforyou.com
Learn the legends and history of the Secwepemc People. A café that offers a supervised children’s play area and
Tour through 2,000 year old pit houses and see very comfortable eating area or lounge for parents.
cool artifacts.
TReetop Flyers Zipline
Stake Lake Ski Trails 305 Brooke Drive, Chase, BC | treetopflyers.ca
5140 Lac Le Jeune Road | overlanderskiclub.com Get ready for a thrilling adventure of ziplining past canyon
Just a short 20 minute drive outside of Kamloops, Stake Lake walls and over Chase Canyon Falls.
Nordic Centre boasts over 60km of quality, scenic cross
country ski trails. These well-maintained, groomed trails are Western Canada Theatre
suitable for all levels and ages. A terrain park and snowshoe 1025 Lorne Street | wctlive.ca
trails are also available here. Western Canada Theatre has developed into one of the
largest producing theatres in British Columbia. Western
Sun Peaks Resort Canada Theatre now produces a professional five play
1280 Alpine Road | sunpeaksresort.com main stage season, a two play second stage series, and
From skiing, mountain biking and hiking to the bungee hosts one to two alternative pieces during the season.
trampoline, tube park and even snowshoe tours. Find an
adventure for the entire family here.
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Soak up the sun, build sand castles, skimboard and toss a frisbee at one of Kamloops’ sandy beaches
or splash around and cool off at a pool or water park on a hot summer day.
Riverside Park, Beach + Waterpark Albert McGowan Park + Waterpark
100 Lorrne Street | Downtown 2025 Summit Drive | Aberdeen
An easy walking distance from downtown Kamloops, this This award-winning park includes ball diamonds,
park is the top spot in the summer and shoulder season for playground, pond, and a community centre. There is also a
beach access and kid-friendly play time. The beach has water spray park, washrooms, change rooms, and a fresh
marked swimming areas, playground, waterpark, tennis, water fountain available.
lawn bowling, and in the summer months, it’s the home of
Music in the Park. Mcarthur Island Park
655 Island Parkway | North Shore
Pioneer Park and Beach McArthur Island Park is a must visit for the active tourist.
40 7th Avenue | Downtown Soccer, football, baseball, and cricket games can be viewed
Walking distance from downtown makes this beach super as you stroll around the perimeter of the park on the paved
accessible and very popular in the summer months. trail. This park is home to a 2,000 square metre skate park
Pioneer Park is equipped with change rooms, washrooms, with some of the beast features in BC. There is also a
picnic tables, and park benches. It’s also a great beach for xeriscape garden, lawn bowling and a new disc golf course
volleyball. This park also has a boat launch but very limited opening this spring.
trailer parking.
McDonald Park + Waterpark
Prince Charles Park + Wading Pool 501 McDonald Avenue | North Shore
1198 Columbia Street | Downtown There is a water spray park, washrooms, and a fresh water
This is an excellent playground for younger children. It also fountain. Bring a lunch and enjoy an afternoon in one of the
has a summer wading pool, playground, change rooms city’s oldest and grandest parks.
and washrooms.
Overlander Beach Park
Canada Games Aquatic Centre 247 Kitchener Crescent | North Shore
910 McGill Road | Sahali This is the largest beach in the Kamloops core during the
Located in the Tournament Capital Centre and features a summer months. This beach is dog-friendly and perfect for
1m, 3m and 5m diving towers. After splashing in the pool, the family.
relax in two large hot tubs, a sauna and steam room.
Children and adults alike will enjoy the 210 foot spiral
waterslide, pelican slide, and waterfalls.Mcdonald park
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Brock Outdoor Pool Bruker Marina + Beach club
2470 Fleetwood Ave | Brocklehurst 6777 Marina Bay Road | Savona, BC
An 8 lane heated pool with diving boards, a slide, and tot Your one stop family water fun location with boat rentals,
pool. Open from early June to September long weekend. Sea-Doo’s, fishing charters, surf, wakeboard and ski lessons,
paddle boards, kayaks, a floating restaurant, candy store
Westsyde Centennial Park and an ice cream parlour. Enjoy a soft, sandy beach with
705 Franklin Road | Westsyde floating trampoline, water slide, climbing parks, lounge
This park has a playground, walking path and a free chairs. Located 20 minutes from downtown Kamloops.
petting zoo located at one end of the park. There are public
bathrooms nearby and a water park open in the summer. paul lake Provincial Park
The park offers a large campground, an adventure
Westsyde Pool playground, a popular day-use area with beach, cartop
859 Bebek Road | Westsyde boat launch, and over seven kilometres of hiking trails. This
This 6 lane indoor pool features a diving board, zipline lovely lakeshore campground is within a half-hour drive
swing, and climbing wall. There is also a hot tub, sauna and of Kamloops and there are many tourist attractions in
steam room. the area.2 For 1 Attraction!
Laser Tag, NEW Spin Zone
Bumper Cars or NEW Bowling $2 off free
playmobil figure
free child
admission
- OR -
admission with the purchase with purchase of
40 free GAME CREDITS Kids under 6 free
When You Buy 100 Game Credits of $20 or more an adult admission
910 Tranquille Road 655 Holt Street 1201 A Summit Drivve 9077 Dallas Drive
250.554.5060 | thefunfactor.ca 250.554.2572 | blscs.org 250.372.3500 | tumbleweedtoys.ca 250.573.3242 | bcwildlife.org
Valid for 1 attraction choice only – no mix/match. One coupon per family. Must show coupon at time of redemption. Not valid during Boo at the Zoo or Wildlights. Limit
Not valid with any other offer or coupon. Not valid with other offers. No cash value. Expires May 1, 2020. one coupon per family. Valid for ages 3-17. Not valid
Expires May 1, 2020. Expires May 1, 2020. with other discounts. Expires May 1, 2020.
2 for 1
swim pass free 10% off
zipline tours Free
Canada Games Aquatic Centre family
Westsyde Pool & Fitness Centre admission for kids 14 and under Family Pass
Brock Outdoor Pool
465 Victoria Street 305 Brooke Drive, Chase, BC 207 Seymour Street
250.828.3655 | kamloops.ca/swim 250.377.2400 | kag.bc.ca 1.866.343.6761 | treetopflyers.ca 250.828.3576 | kamloops.ca/museum
Valid only at facilities listed. No cash value. Mon. to Sat. 10am – 5pm, Wed. & Thurs. 10am – 8pm, Kids must be minimum 60lbs to participate. Tuesday to Saturday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Expires May 1, 2020. Free Admission every Thursday sponsored by BCLC. One coupon per person. Not valid with other offers. Not valid with other offers. No cash value.
No cash value. Expires May 1, 2020. No cash value. Expires May 1, 2020. Expires May 1, 2020.
2 for 1 one free soft taco, mexi-fries
practice balls bucket
- OR - free kid play and a drink for
Free Junior golf
with purchase of one
small cone with any food or
drink purchase
$6.99
full paid 9 or 18 hole
8888 Barnhartvale Road 1075 8th Street | 811 Victoria Street 2-1380 Hillside Drive 9-724 Sydney Ave | 450 Lansdowne St
250.573.2453 | eaglepointgolfresort.com dairyqueen.com 778.471.5579 senorfroggy.ca
Not valid with other offers. Not valid for golf events or One coupon per person. Valid only at 2 locations sweethomecafeforyou.com Coupon required. Max 3 per coupon,
group bookings or more than 8 players. Rates subject
listed above. Expires May 1, 2020. One coupon per visit. Coupon has no cash value. Expires May 1, 2020.
to applicable taxes. One redemption per visit.
Expires May 1, 2020. Expires May 1, 2020.free two 2 hours 30 free
child ticket monkeys for the price tokens
with the purchase of a when you buy
for the price of one of 1 hour 30 tokens for $10
ticket of greater value
3-510 Lorne Street 701-1801 Princeton Kamloops Hwy 380-945 Columbia Street 1200 Summit Drive
250.374.2141 | kamrail.com 250.377.7529 778.471.5867 | jump360.ca 250.377.3088
Valid only on the “Spirit of Kamloops” Railtours in July
lilmonkeystreehouse.com No cash value. funandgameskamloops.ca
and August. Must redeem coupon in person at the One coupon per person. Not valid with other Expires May 1, 2020. Limit 1 per person per day. Must present coupon at
station. Expires May 1, 2020. discounts. Expires May 1, 2020. time of purchase. Expires May 1, 2020.
free small
10% off 25% off Kids traditional
your next Family
ice cream Workshop play free poutine
with purchase of large
order USE CODE : TKWKSH2019 with a paying adult traditional poutine
250 Victoria Street 4725 Trans Canada Highway
265 Lorne Street | 250.828.1095 104-340 Victoria Street
778.471.6335 | 4cats.com 250.573.4333 | pineridgegolf.bc.ca
Check us out on Facebook 236.425.3442
Limit 1 per family. Not valid for session classes. Valid for kids under 16 only.
One coupon per person. Not valid with other Not valid with any other promotional offer.
Recommended for ages 6+. One redemption per visit.
discounts or stamp cards. Expires May 1, 2020. One coupon per visit. Expires May 1, 2020.
Expires May 1, 2020. Expires May 1, 2020.
free 2 for 1
Free game youth or junior $5.00 off tickets
when you buy 3 games ski lift ticket when you purchase
(players) with purchase of an all day ride pass on 2019-20 Regular
adult ski lift ticket Season Home Games
304-1801 Princeton-Kamloops Hwy 2580 Harper Mountain Road Check website for Kamloops dates: 300 Lorne St | blazerhockey.com
236.425.2526 | e-exit.ca 250.573.5115 | harpermountain.com shootingstar.ca The ticket of equal or lesser value will be free. Offer
Valid on Wednesdays only. Three games must be One coupon per family. Valid only for out of town Valid at any Shooting Star Amusement Carnival valid only at Box Office. View our schedule online.
purchsed together to redeem free game. visitors. Offer not valid with other discounts. in Kamloops. Not to be used in conjunction with Valid until March 15, 2020.
Expires May 1, 2020. Expires May 1, 2020. other coupons or specials. Expires May 1, 2020.fa m i ly e v e n t s
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spring
Kamloops Film Festival
Kamloops Cowboy Festival
Kamloops Festival of Performing Arts
Downtown Spring Festival
Summer
Music in the Park
Art in the Park
International Buskers Festival
Kamloopa Powwow
Downtown Merchants Market
Mary Putnam Rotary Ribfest
Hot Nite in the City
Downtown Merchants Market
Project X Theatre
Overlanders Day
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Children’s Arts Festival
Provincial Winter Fair
Boo at the Zoo
Adams River Salmon Run
2141 Heritage Railway Trick or Treat Train
winter
Santa Claus Parade
Wildlights at the BC Wildlife Park
2141 Heritage Railway Spirit of Christmas Train
KHR Trick or Treat Train
Candace Lewiskamloops heritage railway Peter Olsen
TourismKamloops.com
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