With warmer temperatures, breaks from school, and longer daylight coming this month, it’s the perfect time to embrace the vibrant energy of spring. Whether you’re seeking family-friendly entertainment, local activities, or a quick gateway, our spring break guide presents an ample selection for everyone.
For a relaxed cinematic experience, the UNA’s Family Movie Night on March 15 at 6pm featuring Minions: The Rise of Gru might be an appealing option. For an admission fee of just $2, families can enjoy a fun movie night at the Old Barn Community Centre with popcorn, snacks, and drinks available for purchase. Families are welcome to bring blankets and pillows for extra comfort and coziness.
For young adventurers and emerging scholars, UBC offers an extensive array of spring break activities including aquatics, baseball, biking, and arts for children aged 3-17. With over 50 programs, kids can explore everything from aquatics, a TED-Style public speaking camp, Coding with Lego, and filmmaking. Discover all available options at recreation.ubc.ca/camps/spring-break.
And the UNA is also offering a wide range of summer camps, including a creative performance camp that explores classic works of art, coding and animation, space exploration, and a K-Pop/hip hop dance camp. To sign up, visit myuna.ca/ programs.
Short getaways from home are also a good option for a relaxing break.
In this early spring weather, immerse yourself in the scenic beauty and rustic charm of Harrison Hot Springs, basking in the hot mineral spring pools or indulging in rejuvenating spa treatments – and it’s only a few hours away from campus. Enjoy a peaceful stroll through the new neighborhood and lounge by the pools with loved ones under a starlit sky, making memories in tranquility.
If the last call of snow beckons you, March is an ideal time to ski at Whistler Blackbcomb. With prime snow conditions, sunny days and blue skies, March is one of the best times to ski and snowboard. For a more leisurely adventure, snowshoeing offers a perfect opportunity to explore the winter wonderland without any special skills—just strap on a pair of snowshoes and embark on a scenic walk before the snow melts!
SEOHYEON PARK IS PURSUING HER BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES AT UBC.