Family Farm Day
2025-08-10 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | London Farm, 6511 Dyke Road, Richmond, BC, V7E 3R3, Canada
Join us on Sunday, August 10, 2025 from 10am to 4pm for the annual Family Farm Day at London Farm in Steveston.
Enjoy a variety of activities for all ages, including live music, kids’ entertainment, arts and crafts, pony rides, face painting and much more, all within the historic London Farm setting.
Live Music and Entertainment:
Enjoy live music performances by Murphy and The Cats and children’s entertainment by Stories on Wheels.
Animal Encounters:
Experience pony rides, a “Rabbits Meet n’ Treat” hosted by Rabbitats, and a raptor display by OWL (Orphaned Wildlife).
Hands-on Activities:
Participate in kids’ woodshop building projects from The Home Depot, LEGO building with the Vancouver LEGO Club, balloon twisting, and face painting.
Food and Refreshments:
Pizza food truck and a concession stand will be available.
Parking and Shuttle:
Limited parking is available along Dyke Road, with a FREE shuttle service operating between Homma Elementary School and London Farm. Parking at Homma Elementary will be by donation, with proceeds going to the Richmond Food Bank.
2025 Ticket Type Price
Family (up to 6 members) $15
Adult $6
Senior/Youth $5
Child (6-10 years old) $4
Child (0-5 years old) Free
Buy tickets here

Voyage of the Gikumi
2025-08-16 13:30 - 15:30, 2025-08-17 13:30 - 15:30 UTC | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E6P3, Canada
Enjoy a unique view of Steveston from the water on this two-hour guided tour of the historic Cannery Channel on board the beautifully restored MV Gikumi. This tour will depart and return to Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site. Suitable for ages 9 years and older. The former working vessel is not wheelchair accessible and has limited seating under cover.
2025 Voyage of the Gikumi dates:
July 4, 5, 19, 20 and August 2, 3, 16, 17
Book Here

22nd Richmond Maritime Festival
2025-08-23 11:00 - 2025-08-24 18:00 UTC | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E6P3, Canada
Save the date!
Richmond’s annual celebration of local maritime heritage returns to Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site Saturday and Sunday – August 23 & 24, 2025.
Enjoy a weekend of cultural performances, displays, activities, and demonstrations. Explore the waterfront and collection of visiting wooden boats and maritime vessels on the docks. More details to come.

2nd Annual Country Fest
2025-09-20 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | London Farm, 6511 Dyke Road, Richmond, BC, V7E 3R3, Canada
Saturday September 20, 2025 from 12pm to 4pm.
Enjoy a fun afternoon of family friendly activities and fresh harvest items for sale at the 2nd Annual Country Farm at the historic London Farm in Steveston.

Program includes:

Arts & Crafts – Sack Races – Scavenger Hunt – Chicken Visits – Contests

Farm plants, flowers, fresh produce and products for sale.

Refreshments, and more!

Steveston Scarecrow Crawl
2025-10-01 10:00 - 2025-10-31 16:00 UTC | Steveston Tram, 4011 Moncton Street, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E3A8, Canada
This October, the Steveston Tram joins the village-wide Scarecrow Crawl with our tiniest scarecrows yet!
Meet two children waiting for the tram to arrive. Learn how the interurban shaped the lives of children in Richmond. From the thrill of a ride into Vancouver, to the fear of the Marpole Trestle bridge, to the sweet connection between candy and rail tracks, these scarecrow stories bring the past to life.
Don’t forget to snap a photo with our pint-sized scarecrows during your visit!
For more information on Steveston Scarecrow Crawl and to find out how to vote for your favourite, visit their Facebook page here.

Steveston Scarecrow Season
2025-10-01 11:00 - 2025-10-31 16:00 UTC | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E6P3, Canada
Every October, the Steveston Merchants Association’s Scarecrow Crawl returns, when merchants and organizations show their creative talents with a village-wide display of uniquely themed scarecrows for visitors to enjoy.
Look for our Japanese-themed Kakashi scarecrow keeping crows and critters at bay, on display in the Murakami Garden.
To celebrate the season, visit the Murakami House to learn how to make your own original origami kakashi to take home.
Kakashi Origami Craft
October 18-19 and 25-26, 2025
11am to 4pm in the Murakami House
Free

Culture Days Mid-Autumn Festival Activities
2025-10-04 10:00 - 2025-10-12 16:00 UTC | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E6P3, Canada
When: October 4 & 5, 11 & 12 (Sat & Sun) 10:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Chinese Bunkhouse
Step into the rich history and vibrant traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival!
Also known as the Mooncake Festival or Moon Festival, this annual holiday celebrates family, the harvest, and the beauty of the full moon. Observed on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, the festival is celebrated across many parts of Asia and features customs such as family gatherings, moon gazing, the sharing of mooncakes, and the lighting of lanterns.
Drop in to the Chinese Bunkhouse for FREE, family-friendly crafts:

Make your own paper red lantern, a symbol of good fortune, light, and prosperity.
Create a mooncake out of playdough! Mooncakes pastries are a symbol of the moon and are shared to express love and good wishes. Learn more about mooncakes here.

This is a perfect way to connect with the essence of the Mid-Autumn Festival and bring a piece of this vibrant cultural heritage home with you.
This event is part of Culture Days (September 19 – October 12, 2025), a national celebration that highlights the importance of arts, culture, and heritage across communities.

Culture Days at the Tram
2025-10-04 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | Steveston Tram, 4011 Moncton Street, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E3A8, Canada
Culture Days is an annual celebration of arts and culture. Millions of people participate in thousands free events across Canada. In Richmond alone this year, over 80 events will be offered. Check out all of this year’s Culture Days offerings in Steveston here.
Bus Meets Tram – An Historic Encounter
Date and Time: Saturday, October 4, 2025, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Step back in time at the Steveston Tram this Culture Days!
On Saturday, October 4, explore transit history by boarding a 1957 vintage bus from the Transit Museum Society.
Then visit the Steveston Tram museum to climb aboard historic Tram Car 1220, and get creative at our drop-in “Creation Stations,” where visitors can design their own version of The Buzzer, the iconic transit publication, and colour and create a 3D tram out of paper.
Bonus: The first 100 guests will receive a free vintage 1990 issue of The Buzzer!

Pro-D Workshop for Teachers
2025-10-24 09:30 - 14:45 UTC | London Farm, 6511 Dyke Road, Richmond, BC, V7E 3R3, Canada
Join us on Friday, October 24, 2025, at the historic London Farm in Steveston for an immersive and enriching Pro-D workshop:

Tour the London Farm park grounds and farmhouse while sampling activities from the field trip program for Grades K-3.
Use critical thinking strategies through object-based investigations to explore field trips and education kits offered by the Richmond Museum and Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
Discover how the Richmond Archives can support your teaching goals through online resources such as archival photographs and documents.

You will leave the workshop feeling more knowledgeable about field trips, education kits and learning tools offered by your local community, and inspired by enriching online
resources that you can use in your classroom right away.
Location: London Farm, 6511 Dyke Rd, Richmond BC
Time: 9:30am to 2:45pm
Cost: $50 per person. Includes morning refreshments, lunch, and a chance to win a free field trip!
Please register with Course ID #00458358 by October 17, 2025. Spaces limited to 20 participants.
Online: www.richmond.ca/register
A City of Richmond XPlor account is required to register online.
By Phone: 604-276-4300
Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (excluding statutory holidays)
For more information, please contact the Richmond Museum Educational Programs Coordinator at 604-247-8334 or
museumed@richmond.ca

Trick-or-Treating in Steveston Village
2025-10-31 15:00 - 17:00 UTC | Steveston Tram, 4011 Moncton Street, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E3A8, Canada
Date: Friday, October 31, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
The Steveston Tram is once again a stop on Steveston Village’s community Trick-or-Treat trail!
Witches, ghouls, monsters, and superheroes are all invited to drop by the Tram on Halloween. Collect a sweet treat of traditional saltwater taffy and enjoy the spirit of Hallowe’en as you explore the village.

Winter Tram
2025-12-01 10:00 - 2025-12-31 16:00 UTC | Steveston Tram, 4011 Moncton Street, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E3A8, Canada
The Steveston Tram museum transforms into the Winter Tram for the month of December – climb aboard and explore the history of interurban travel in Richmond. Don’t miss the junior tram conductor dress-up station and strike a pose with the historic tram, all decked-out for the holidays! Open December 1 to 31 (closed Mondays and stat holidays) 10am to 4pm. Admission is free.
Winter Tram kicks off with a tree-lighting ceremony on November 30 at 4pm hosted by Tourism Richmond. Come see Santa, and enjoy some entertainment and light refreshments.
Join us for storytime on board historic Tram Car 1220, with readings by the Richmond Public Library of “The Polar Express” on December 6 (Sat) and 14 (Sun) – reading times at 2, 2:40 & 3:20pm. Free admission with limited seating; tickets for each storytime will be handed out 15 minutes before each seating, first-come, first-served.
Find transportation and holiday themed books to read in the cozy reading nook, available during open hours Tues-Sunday 10am-4pm.
Enjoy a winter-themed scavenger hunt with holiday items throughout the Tram building, and don’t miss this year’s holiday LEGO display of Richmond heritage buildings by “Mr. LEGO” Peter Grant. On display in the Tram building window beginning December 1st.
Presented as part of Steveston’s Winter in the Village. For more details visit Winter in the Village.

Winter in the Village - Britannia Shipyards
2025-12-01 11:00 - 2025-12-31 16:00 UTC | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E6P3, Canada
Winter in the Village at Britannia Shipyards
Celebrate the season at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site during Winter in the Village in Steveston. Starting December 1, the heritage buildings will be beautifully decorated with festive illuminations and holiday charm.

Origami Crafting at the Murakami House
Get creative this holiday season with a visit to the Murakami House to make your own festive holiday crafts. On Saturday & Sunday December 6-7 and 13-14 drop by and choose between crafting an adorable origami Santa or a classic paper chain garland to decorate your home for the holidays.
When: Saturdays and Sundays, December 6-7, and 13-14 from 11am to 4pm
Where: Murakami House at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
Cost: Free
Bring your friends and family, and embrace the holiday spirit in this historic setting.
Winter in the Village in Steveston Village
While in the neighbourhood, visit the beautifully illuminated Steveston Tram, and explore their Winter Tram programming for children of all ages. Store windows will also be decorated for the holidays in a friendly competition presented by Tourism Richmond. And don’t miss Steveston’s Festival of Trees at Parks Canada’s Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, and check out our Steveston Heritage Sites’ tree.

Family Day Weekend at the Tram
2026-02-13 10:00 - 2026-02-16 16:00 UTC | Steveston Tram, 4011 Moncton Street, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E3A8, Canada
Make the Steveston Tram part of your Family Day long weekend. Explore the historic Tram Car 1220, dress-up as a Junior Conductor and take a family photo, and enjoy fun interactive displays. Ask about our Junior Conductor ticket and how to collect souvenir buttons.
2026 February 13–16 (Friday to Monday)
10am–4pm
Free admission
In celebration of Lunar New Year , join a scavenger hunt (offered February 13 to March 3) and search for Lunar Zodiac animals. Can your family find all twelve?

Valentine's Day High Tea
2026-02-14 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | London Farm, 6511 Dyke Road, Richmond, BC, V7E 3R3, Canada
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an enchanting High Tea in the cozy charm of the historic farmhouse.
**SOLD OUT**
Tea Seating Times: 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM
$38.00 Adults/Youth
$36.00 Seniors (65+)
Reservations Required: Email londonhf@telus.net with the following information:

Name
Phone Number
Number of Guests
Preferred Seating Time

Reservations not guaranteed until a confirmation letter is received.

Family Day Weekend at Britannia Shipyards NHS
2026-02-14 11:00 - 2026-02-16 16:00 UTC | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E6P3, Canada
Celebrate Family Day weekend at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, Saturday to Monday February 14 to 16, 2026. Drop in to the Chinese Bunkhouse from 11am to 4pm and join free family-friendly activities themed around the Lunar New Year, which falls on February 17 this year.
Make your own Lunar New Year decoration, learn about the animal zodiac, and join a search and find game around the historic site, suitable for all ages.
Winter hours for heritage buildings – open Fridays to Sundays 10am to 4pm (open on Family Day Monday). Admission is free.

Lunar New Year at The Cannery
2026-02-15 13:30 - 16:00 UTC | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, 12138 Fourth Avenue, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E 3J1, Canada
Welcome in the Lunar New Year in Steveston, at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site!
Participate in a Chinese Lucky Knot Workshop to make a Chinese lucky knot keychain at 1:30pm. Then gather at the main entrance of the Cannery for an exciting lion dance performance from the Vancouver Chinese Lion Dance Association at 3:30pm.
Regular admission to the Cannery applies (Youth 17 and under are free).

Family Day at the Cannery
2026-02-16 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, 12138 Fourth Avenue, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E 3J1, Canada
Dive into Family Day at the Cannery! With “fish-tastic fun for the whole family”, learn all about the amazing fish in our oceans and the many ways we eat them! Our oceans are full of beautiful, strange, and interesting fish, and canning is only one of the ways that people from around the world have turned them into tasty meals.

Join special tours and talks, family-friendly crafts and activities, and a special one-day only film screening of Finding Nemo to fill your Family Day with fabulous fish-themed memories.

Finding Nemo film screenings: $5/person. Does not include access to the rest of the Cannery. Youth (<18) must be accompanied by an adult. Visit the Cannery website for ticket information.
All other Family Day activities are included with admission. Youth 17 and under are FREE!

Reuse Repair Cafe
2026-02-21 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E6P3, Canada
The Reuse Repair Cafe is coming to Steveston on Saturday February 21 in the Chinese Bunkhouse from 10am to 2pm. Drop-ins are welcome, but reserve your spot to guarantee a repair booking! Repairing clothing, small appliances, electronics and bikes.
Richmond supports a circular economy by encouraging residents to use, reuse or repair and recycle items multiple times to help reduce waste and reliance on natural resources.

Spring Break at Britannia Shipyards
2026-03-13 11:00 - 2026-03-29 16:00 UTC | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E6P3, Canada
Explore history in your own backyard with a visit to Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site over Spring Break.
Visit the historic shipyards and discover how people from around the world lived and worked in Steveston to help build the fishing, canning and boat building industries. Enjoy activities for all ages, and explore both indoor and outdoor spaces in this 8-acre heritage site.
Open Fridays to Sundays 10am to 4pm (activities offered 11am to 4pm)
March 13-15
March 20-22
March 27-29
Join us in the Richmond Boat Builders to begin your activities. Admission is free!

Spring Break at the Tram
2026-03-14 10:00 - 2026-03-29 16:00 UTC | Steveston Tram, 4011 Moncton Street, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E3A8, Canada
Step back in time and climb aboard the 113-year-old Tram Car 1220 to experience history up close. Kids can dress up as a tram conductor for some great photo opportunities, and explore interactive exhibits about Richmond’s transportation history.
The Tram’s annual Spring Break visitor, Hamm the cheeky pig stuffy, is back and hiding. Follow the clues to find his hiding spot somewhere inside the museum and earn a special bookmark.
Don’t forget to ask about the Jr. Conductor program for repeat visitors! For more details visit the Steveston Tram website.
Hours: Tuesdays to Sundays 10am to 4pm
Admission: Free

Ships to Shore Weekend in Steveston
2026-05-02 10:00 - 2026-05-03 17:00 UTC | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E6P3, Canada
Celebrate the arrival of the Kaiwo Maru tall ship from Japan during Richmond’s Ship to Shore weekend on May 2 & 3, 2026.
While in Steveston, visit the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site and make an origami samurai hat (“kabuto”) or sailboat to celebrate May 5th Children’s Day in Japan and Asian Heritage Month in May. Drop by 10am to 5pm at Murakami Boatworks. Admission is free!

London Farm Annual Plant Sale
2026-05-09 10:00 - 2026-05-10 16:00 UTC | London Farm, 6511 Dyke Road, Richmond, BC, V7E 3R3, Canada
Don’t miss the annual London Farm Plant Sale on Mother’s Day weekend. Stock up on your spring planting favourites, including annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, herbs and more! Barbecued hot dogs and refreshments available.
May 9 & 10, 2026 (Sat & Sun) 10am to 4pm
Support the London Heritage Farm Society with your purchases. Admission is free.

Doors Open 2026 - Britannia Shipyards NHS
2026-06-06 10:00 - 2026-06-07 14:00 UTC | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E6P3, Canada
June 6 (Saturday), 2026 @ 10am to 4pm – Boat Building Tour & Activities*
Join resident shipwright Dave Sharp for a behind-the-scenes look at the Richmond Boat Builders workshop at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site. Explore the blend of Western and Japanese tools and techniques unique to Steveston’s boat building heritage. Learn about Japanese tools like the kanna (planes), nokogiri (handsaws), and sumitsubo (measuring lines). Enjoy hands-on activities for the whole family! *Drop-in anytime between 10am to 4pm. Saturday only.

June 7 (Sunday), 2026 @ 11am and 2pm – Heritage Conservation Talk & Tour **
Join Heritage Consultant Elana Zysblat, CAHP, ICOMOS for a behind-the-scenes tour of the newly restored Britannia Shipyard building.
Explore the historical significance of this building and its evolution from cannery to shipyard to national historic site. Hear the story of the recent restoration project: The team, the materials used, the challenges and discoveries, and how the entire project was guided by national standards for conservation.
** Tour length: 45 minutes. Recommended for adults or children with adult supervision. The walking tour will cover some areas with uneven wooden floorboards which may be challenging for guests with mobility concerns.
Register here for the tour. Limited capacity. Some drop-in spots may be available. Sunday only.
Please call 604-238-8043 with inquiries.

Doors Open at Steveston Tram
2026-06-07 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Steveston Tram, 4011 Moncton Street, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E3A8, Canada
Have an electrifying experience at the Steveston Tram for Doors Open Richmond on June 7 (Sunday) from 10am to 5pm. Drop in for free, and learn all about the electricity that powers our homes and transportation. For more information, visit our blog here.

Steveston Salmon Festival
2026-07-01 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Steveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton Street, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E 3A8
Save the Date!
The annual Steveston Salmon Festival is Richmond’s largest event, drawing tens of thousands of visitors to the community every July 1st. Enjoy the Salmon Festival parade, musical entertainment, historical and cultural programs and displays, and lots of food, including the famous salmon BBQ and festival chow mein.
Visit the Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, just a short scenic walk along the riverside boardwalk from the village. Check out the newly re-opened shipyard building, heritage lawn games and a traditional Japanese “Tanabata” craft. Open 10am to 5pm, admission is free. More info here.
The Steveston Tram is an annual highlight for the festival, with Tram Car 1220 on display outdoors (weather permitting), on its original tracks, just north of the Steveston Tram museum. Visitors may explore inside the beautifully restored tram, open 10am to 5pm. More info here.

Steveston Alive! Walking Tour Vignettes
2026-07-04 13:00 - 2026-08-15 15:00 UTC | Steveston Museum and Post Office, 3811 Moncton Street, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E3A7, Canada
Join the Steveston Alive! Walking Tour Vignettes this summer – a unique theatre-meets-history experience where costumed performers bring the past to life on the streets of Steveston Village. Walk the boardwalks, meet characters from the early 1900’s and see history come to life before your eyes. Performed by the talented drama students from Steveston-London Secondary School.Tickets are only $7 (plus fees) available online or in person at the Steveston Museum and Post Office.Summer 2026 dates:Saturdays July 4, 11, 18 & 25 and August 8 & 15Presented by the Steveston Historical Society with financial support from the City of Richmond and Province of British Columbia.

Steveston Vintage Fair
2026-07-05 10:00 - 2026-08-30 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Steveston Museum and Post Office, 3811 Moncton Street, Richmond, British Columbia, V7E3A7, Canada
Returning this summer to Steveston Town Square Park next to the Steveston Museum and Post Office. Steveston Vintage Fair on select Sundays in July & August.
10am to 4pm on Sundays, July 5 & 19 and August 2, 16 & 30.

Westcoast Work Boat Weekend
2026-07-18 12:00 - 2026-07-19 16:00 UTC | Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site, 5180 Westwater Drive, Richmond, BC, V7E6P3, Canada
Join us at the docks of Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site as we host the Westcoast Work Boat Association (WWBA) for a gathering of their members in Steveston.
The WWBA is a group of work boat enthusiasts who have dedicated their time and efforts to restore or convert former working vessels for pleasure cruising. Many of the members’ vessels include tugboats, forestry and fishery boats.
Visitors may get a closeup view of the workboats on display at the docks (access times 12 to 4pm Saturday and Sunday July 18 & 19, 2026).
Boat captains will be on hand to talk about their vessels’ fascinating history of working along the West Coast. For more information on the visiting boats, visit this blog post.
On Saturday July 18th look for the Richmond’s Sea Dragon Sea Scouts on the Festival Field for a free maritime knot-tying activity. Learn about this important skill in seamanship from this knowledgeable group!

Family Farm Day
2026-08-09 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | London Farm, 6511 Dyke Road, Richmond, BC, V7E 3R3, Canada
Join us on Sunday, August 9, 2026 from 10am to 4pm for the annual Family Farm Day at London Farm in Steveston.
Enjoy a variety of activities for all ages, including live music, kids’ entertainment, arts and crafts, face painting and much more, all within the historic London Farm setting.
Parking is limited – take advantage of the Free Shuttle from Homma Elementary School at 5100 Brunswick Drive.
Admissions:
Adults $8
Seniors (65+) and Youth (11-17) $6
Children (5-10) $5
Family of 5 $20
Buy tickets in advance here.
Tickets at the door will be cash only.
