Recreation and Parks Month promotes the benefits of a healthy and vibrant community! New Westminster embraces this opportunity to promote a variety of programs, events, parks, and facilities.

The list of activities below highlights just some of the opportunities taking place in June, but be sure to check out our Active Living Guides and schedules for information on all of our programs and services.

Follow Along us on Social Media

Learn more about exciting opportunities coming up this summer. The diversity of our parks and open spaces will be showcased on social media throughout the month of June.

Facebook: facebook.com/newwestrec
Instagram: instagram.com/newwestrec
Twitter: twitter.com/newwestrec

ALL AGES

WESTMINSTER PIER PARK 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION (ALL AGES)

Rest and relax by the river as we celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary of Westminster Pier Park. Sit down with friends, family, and neighbors for a picnic on the lawn, crafts, activities, and treats from the concession. Enter giveaways as you wait for the outdoor movie to begin.
Westminster Pier Park
Friday, June 17
5:30 - 11:00 pm
Free Event

Public Roller Skating (All Ages)

Swap out your ice skates and strap on your roller skates and continue your weekly skating. Enjoy roller skating on a smooth controlled surface. Our leader will be on hand for extra assistance and to organize activities during this program.
Moody Park Arena 604.525.5301
Wednesday, 10:00 - 11:30 am
May - June
Drop-in Fee: 0 - 3 years Free; 4+ years, $2.00 each

The Rest of New West (All Ages)

Free activities all summer long! Explore New Westminster Parks with creative outdoor activities. Discover a new park or try a new activity. Activities are updated online on the first of each month.

Find out more at: newwestcity.ca/therestofnewwest

Community Events

Throughout 2022, the City of New Westminster will host and support a variety of community events taking place in neighbourhoods across the city, all with a focus of bringing the community together.

Check out the online calendar of events for more information: 
newwestcity.ca/calendar-of-events

TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOL (0 - 5 years)

Tots on Wheels (0 - 5 years)

Give your toddler an opportunity to practice riding their tricycle, bicycle, stride bike, rollerblades, or scooter in a safe controlled environment. Our leader will be on hand for extra assistance and to set up obstacle courses.
Moody Park Arena 604.525.5301
Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 - 10:30 am
Drop-in Fee: 0 - 3 years, Free; 4+ years, $2.00 each

Family Drop-in Gymnastics (2+ years)

The perfect activity for the whole family. Enjoy tumbling, jumping, learning and of course having fun.
Queen’s Park Sportsplex 604.777.5121
Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Drop-in Fee: $2.00

CHILDREN (6 - 12 years)

Family Seed Paper Workshop (7 - 12 years)

Learn about growing healthy foods while having fun! Create your own seed paper to plant. Choose between kale and arugula seeds. Registration and parent participation is required.
Lower Hume Park Picnic Shelter  604.525.7388
Wednesday, June 22
4:00 - 4:30 pm – 151274
5:00 - 5:30 pm – 151275
Registration Fee: Free

PRETEEN AND YOUTH (11 - 18 years)

ROYAL CITY PLANTERS (11 - 18 YEARS)

Learn to plant and grow food and flowers from experts while adding beauty to the gardens of Moody Park. This program runs weekly, rain or shine. Spots are limited. Presented with City Greenhouse Operations.
New West Youth Centre  604.515.3801
Thursday, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
May 26 - June 16
Drop-in Fee: $1.00 with Youth membership
$2.00 non-members

Outdoor Youth Swim (11 - 18 years)

Hang out with friends, take a dip, have a bit to eat from the BBQ, play games and win prizes! Royal City Sound DJ’s will take care of the tunes. Registration is required.
Moody Park Outdoor Pool, 604.515.3801
Friday, 6:30 - 8:45 pm
June 17
Registration Fee: $1.00 with Youth membership
$2.00 non-members      
Register: 145890

ADULT (19+ years)

CYCLE (14+ YEARS)

A non-impact cardio workout combining a variety of indoor cycling intervals and drills.
Centennial Community Centre  604.777.5100
Friday, 5:30 - 6:25 pm
Check the schedule at newwestcity.ca/dropin
Drop-in Fee: $2.00
Reserve online

Coffee Break (50+ years)

A weekly virtual program to engage in structured conversation and connect with seniors from Century House. For those who crave social interaction but not quite comfortable being out in public yet, have mobility challenges, are new to the community and would like to establish some connections, or who simply enjoy the comradery and company that coffee break provides.
Century House  604.519.1066
Tuesday, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Registration Fee: Free
Register for Coffee Break

All the Lonely People

Join us for the Canadian Premiere of All the Lonely People. Brought to you by the creators of critically acclaimed Gen Silent, their new film about loneliness highlights stories of resilience in the face of social isolation. Through these stories we learn how people are overcoming social isolation, what professionals are saying, and how communities are responding to this prevalent social issue. Panel discussion featuring the filmmaker and special guests to follow. Presented in partnership with Century House Association and Massey Theatre.
June 8, 1:00 pm at Century House
June 9, 6:00 pm at Massey Theatre
Registration Fee: Free
Call 604.519.1066 to reserve a ticket.

Cycle and Yoga (14+ years)

An all-levels class that combines a variety of indoor cycling intervals and drills to give you a non-impact cardio workout for 30 -4 0 minutes, followed by 20 - 30 minutes of yoga. Bring your yoga mat.
Centennial Community Centre  604.777.5100
June 25, 4:30 - 5:45 pm
Registration Fee: $2.00
Register Online

Hip Hop Fitness (14+ years)

Learn the full choreography to a song in hip-hop style while working up a sweat and having fun!
Centennial Community Centre  604.777.5100
June 26, 4:45 - 5:45 pm
Registration Fee: $2.00
Register Online