May Long Weekend

Date

May 19, 2025

Time

11:00 AM4:30 PM

Description

Explore historical exhibits and live demonstrations! Be sure to take a ride on the restored 1912 C.W. Parker Carousel or grab a meal and refreshments at Mai’s Cafe (32).

Happening all day:

FOOD Scavenger Hunt
Throughout the site
Explore cultural foods across the Museum’s 10-acre site.

From Afghanistan to Canada, with Hope 
Multi-Purpose Room
Explore the individual journeys from Afghanistan to Canada in this personal exhibit.

Tokyo Katsusand Food Truck
Carousel Plaza

Blacksmithing
Wagner Blacksmith Shop
Watch the metalsmith heat and hammer metal objects.

Specific times:

Explore the C.W. Parker Carousel #119 and discover the history behind this 113 year old treasure.
Last ride at 4:15 pm.
Carousel rides - $2.62 plus tax.

Children's activities and crafts: 

What Are You Bringing to the Picnic?: Community Mural Project
11 am-4 pm
Carousel Patio
Draw and colour an image of food. Artwork is added to a community-created picnic table mural.

Katha Corner:  Indian Mythology Storytelling
2:30-3:15 pm
Covered area at the Carousel Plaza
Designed for children aged 5-9. Storytelling based on ancient Indian mythology. Adventurous tales of gods, goddesses, and mystical creatures.

Display and information booths:

Pacific Spirit Quilters’ Guild Display
11 am-4 pm
Bell’s Dry Goods

City of Burnaby Water Wagon
11 am-4 pm
Mobile water refill station at theTram Barn exhibit

Live Peformances:

Rancho Folclorico Cruz de Cristo: Traditional Portuguese folk dancing
11:45 am
Plaza by the Bandstand.

Songs & Stories with Mike Bryden
12:30-1:15 pm
Covered area at the Carousel Plaza.
This performance is a unique blend of original songs, stories, live drawing and comedy. Meaningful topics include tolerance, individuality, gender, creative and love.

Byrne Creek Small Ensemble
1:30 pm
Plaza by the Bandstand.

Please note changes may occur.

Admission is free. Carousel rides $2.62 + tax, Bakers Dozen (13 rides) $31.45 + tax. Gift Shop (8) open daily.

Location

Burnaby Village Museum

Contact Information

Email: bvm@burnaby.ca 
Phone: 604-297-4565

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