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Baby and Toddler Clothing Swap
2025-10-11 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Come get the next season and size while decluttering at Wesbrook Community Centre!
Bring your clean and in good condition donations:

Clothing sizes Newborn to 3 years old
Baby and toddler gear
Maternity clothing and postpartum supplies

Drop-off in advance from October 6-10 at Wesbrook Community Centre.

Pop-up Event: Seed Bombs and Sunshine
2025-10-15 15:00 - 16:30 | Wesbrook Community Park, 3335 Webber Ln, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1W5, Canada
Come out and enjoy the autumn sunshine while participating in a DIY wildflower seed bomb activity! This is a sustainable and hands-on activity for community members to learn more about gardening and interact with different natural elements. You will be taken through the step-by-step process of preparing seeds for planting AND shown how to plant the seeds at home.
Event info:
Free and All Ages
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Splash Pad next to Wesbrook Community Centre

Diwali 2025
2025-10-19 14:00 - 16:30 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Join us on Sunday, October 19, 2-4:30 p.m. for Diwali 2025 at the Wesbrook Community Centre
Share the joy and beauty of this festival of lights and celebrate the Indian New Year.
Enjoy a cup of chai. Have a henna design painted on your hand. Learn how to wear a sari.
Watch Indian classical dances and learn to do some Bollywood moves.
Indian snacks will be available for cash purchase.

Haunted Harvest Festival at the UBC Farm Farmers’ Market
2025-10-25 10:00 - 14:00 | UBC Farm, 3461 Ross Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T 1W5, Canada
The UBC Farm is turning spooky! 🎃
Join us Saturday, Oct 25 (10am – 2pm) for the Haunted Harvest Festival.
🍎 UBC Farm Heritage Apple & Roasted Squash Tastings (by donation, free for members)
🐕 Pet Costume Contest (starts at noon!)
🐇 Bunny Meet n Treat with @rabbitatsrescue
🧑‍🍳 Children’s Workshops (learn how to make fall-flavoured pie, bread, and soups!)
🏆 Pumpkin Carving Contest
🌲 Spooky Farm & Forest Tour (12:30 – 1:30pm)
🎯 Beet the Scale! Guess the big beet’s weight
🧒 Kids’ trick-or-treat around the market
And so much more! There will also be 30+ vendors, warm drinks & Member discounts. Costumes encouraged! Come celebrate the harvest and Halloween all in one! 🍂
Learn more: https://ubcfarm.ubc.ca/events/event/haunted-harvest-fest-2025/

Halloween Mystery
2025-10-31 16:00 - 19:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
A haunting mystery lurks at the Wesbrook Community Centre – can you crack the case?
We need brave detectives of all ages to help unravel the mystery before the clock strikes seven! The lights are flickering, strange whispers fill the air, and a mysterious figure has been spotted near the gym…
Come dressed in your costumes and get ready for a thrilling evening of games, puzzles, a haunted house, spooky movies, and surprises this Halloween – where every clue brings you closer to the truth.
The case opens at 4 p.m. and the mystery will be revealed to all at 6pm at the Gymnasium stage. Three scavenger hunts will be given to all participants who wish to play along, and if you can find all clues for any of the suspects you may hold the key to unraveling the truth. Ghoul’d luck!
Learn more about the available activities on myuna.ca/halloween.

Family Movie Night: Elio
2025-11-01 17:30 - 20:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Bring the whole family to the Old Barn Community Centre for Family Movie Night. Admission is $2 per person. Caregivers must accompany their children. Popcorn, snacks and drinks are available for cash and card purchase. Chairs will be provided but feel free to bring your blankets and pillows for maximum comfort.
Doors open at 5:30 PM, movie starts at 6:00 PM.
September 13: Dog Man
October 4: Mufasa: The Lion King
November 1: Elio
December 6: Lilo and Stitch (2025)

Emergency Preparedness Workshop
2025-11-06 18:30 - 20:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Join us for a free personal emergency preparedness session at the social room in the Wesbrook Community Centre.
The workshop is tailored for the UBC campus community and led by UBC Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Support Services Specialist, Jackie Kloosterboer. Jackie will walk participants through practical steps to stay safe, prepare their homes and respond effectively in the event of a major emergency, including the possibility of a large earthquake in our region.
Following the presentation, UBC Emergency Management will provide a short overview of their campus-wide emergency response programs, with time for Q&A.
This is a free hybrid session available online and in person. Please note registration is required.

Fall Community Yard Sale
2025-11-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Join the UNA and your community members for our Fall Community Yard Sale on Saturday, November 8, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Wesbrook Community Centre.
Shop for gently used items including summer clothes and sports equipment, books, art, household goods, and more. Bring your reusable mug for a free cup of coffee and tea.
Table registration is open now:

UNA Members: $20
Non-UNA Members: $25

Are you interested in volunteering?
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with event setup, takedown, and assisting vendors and visitors throughout the day. Volunteering is a great way to be part of a fun and sustainable event, support your community, and meet neighbours.
Sign up to be a volunteer here:

Setup Volunteer
Floater Volunteer
Takedown Volunteer

Wesbrook Village Holiday Market
2025-11-28 15:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-29 12:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-30 12:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-05 15:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-06 12:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-07 12:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-12 15:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 12:00 - 19:00 and 3 more dates | British Columbia
Join us for the second annual Wesbrook Village Holiday Market, where local artisans, festive lights, and live music bring Norman MacKenzie Square to life. Sip a hot chocolate from Blenz or Doughgirls, browse handcrafted gifts and holiday goods, and maybe treat yourself to something special 🤫
🗓️ Market Dates & Hours:
November 28 – December 21, 2025
Fridays: 3–9 p.m. (live music 4–7 p.m.)
Saturdays & Sundays: 12–7 p.m. (live music 2–5 p.m.)
✨ What to Expect:
A rotating lineup of local vendors offering handcrafted gifts and festive finds. Enjoy live music, warm drinks, and the holiday spirit all season long.
📍 Where: Norman MacKenzie Square, Wesbrook Village
💸 Cost: Free
🚗 Parking: Free street parking or underground parkade — first 2 hours free
Bring your reusable bag, your holiday spirit, and your crew!

Wesbrook Village Tree Lighting Cerermony
2025-11-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Norman MacKenzie Square, 7Q37+MR Vancouver, British Columbia, Wesbrook Village, British Columbia, Canada
Get ready to kick off the holiday season in Wesbrook Village at the Tree Lighting Ceremony!
Join friends, family, and neighbours in Norman MacKenzie Square on Thursday, November 28 for an evening full of festive cheer. Arrive early in time to see the tree lit at 6:30pm to kick off the holiday season! Pick up a hot chocolate or treat from one of the surrounding cafés and grab a cozy spot before the big countdown.
The ceremony will feature live music and plenty of holiday spirit, marking the official start of the Wesbrook Village Holiday Market happening every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday until December 21. While you’re around for the tree lighting, browse the market’s artisan stalls for unique gifts and local goodies. Don’t forget to bring your reusable bag!
This community event is free and open to everyone, making it the perfect way to welcome the holidays together. Bundle up, grab your friends and family, and light up the season!

Family Movie Night: Lilo and Stitch (2025)
2025-12-06 17:30 - 20:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada

Healthy Aging Seminar: Decluttering for Mental Health
2025-12-10 10:00 - 23:30 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Start the New Year with clearer space and mind. Explore how decluttering can support mental well-being, reflect on personal values, and set meaningful goals with Facilitator Wren Zhu!

Soups and Social
2025-12-10 11:45 - 13:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Connect and nourish at Soups + Social. This monthly lunch brings together seniors to cultivate conversation, friendship and social connections. Each session features a fresh, nourishing soup prepared by the BC Brain Wellness Program team, with dietitian, Raihan Hassen, who will be sharing nutrition tips and answering questions.
Menu: Dec 10 – High Protein Minestrone Soup
Ingredients List: Olive oil – Carrots – Celery – Onion – Garlic – Lean Italian ground turkey (meat option) or Tofu (vegetarian option) – Vegetable broth – Diced tomatoes – Tomato sauce – Kidney beans – Chickpeas – Parsley – Basil – Oregano – Thyme – Salt and pepper – Dry Pasta

UNA Dog Park Grand Opening
2025-12-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
The UNA invites everyone and their pups to the pawsitively exciting inauguration of the UNA Dog Park at Wesbrook Place!
Rain or shine, come join us as we unleash this long-awaited community space. Enjoy treats for both pups and humans (while supplies last) and be among the first to explore this vibrant new space designed especially for our four-legged friends.
Date: December 11, 2025
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Beside the Wesbrook Community Centre
For more information, visit myuna.ca/dogpark.

Winter Festival at UBC
2025-12-12 15:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 11:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-14 11:00 - 19:00 | Norman MacKenzie Square, 7Q37+MR Vancouver, British Columbia, Wesbrook Village, British Columbia, Canada
Bundle up and celebrate the season at the First Annual Winter Festival at UBC! ❄️✨
Join us December 12–14 along Shrum Lane in Wesbrook Village (next to Norman Mackenzie Square) for three days of festive fun.
🎅 Santa’s Grotto
• Dec 12: 3 PM–7 PM
• Dec 13 & 14: 11 AM–5 PM
🎄 Festival Highlights
• Santa’s Grotto
• Winter games for all ages
• Roaming festive characters
• Wesbrook Village Holiday Market, right beside the festival
• Cozy lounge spaces
• Live music
🆓 Free admission — gather your friends, family, and neighbors and step into a magical winter experience!

Chill 'n Cheer
2025-12-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Join us for a Youth Winter Event!
There will be hot cocoa, a movie, gingerbread house making and more!
Friday | Dec 12 | 4 – 6 PM
Free | Ages 13 – 18
Wesbrook Community Centre

This program is brought to you by the UNA’s Youth Leadership Program, a UBC Inspired program.

Winter Festival
2025-12-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Old Barn Community Centre, 6308 Thunderbird Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T1Z4, Canada
Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 10AM-1 PM | Old Barn Community Centre
Celebrate the Magic of Winter with Family, Crafts, Cocoa & Cheer
Step into a cozy winter wonderland at the UNA Winter Festival! Families are invited to enjoy a heartwarming afternoon filled with festive fun and seasonal joy.

Meet Santa – Snap a holiday photo with the jolliest guest of all!
Winter Crafts – Get creative at our kids’ craft table
Hot Chocolate Station – Bring your own mug for a free hot chocolate
Holiday Music – Enjoy classic holiday tunes and cheerful vibes
Community Giving – All concession proceeds will support the Greater Vancouver Food Bank

Whether you’re here for crafts, cocoa, or just the warm community spirit, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Masquerade Dance Party
2025-12-19 18:30 - 21:00 | Wesbrook Community Centre, 3335 Webber Lane, Vancouver, BC, V6S 0H3, Canada
Join your neighbours for an evening of carols, music, dancing and hot chocolate! This free event is open to everyone and will feature tap dancing, a live DJ and a hot chocolate bar. Dance to your favourite musical hits and get into the holiday spirit! The dress code is vintage/casual.
