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Cities and organizations all across the province are busy planning for BC Youth Week 2024!  Please reach out to us or to people in your City to find out what is going on! We will be updating the website with all the details as the information becomes available.

BC Youth Week is May 1 – 7 #AreYouReady ?

Member: Abbotsford Youth Commission

Check out our exciting 2025 events!! 

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Thurs. May 1st, 2025

Cost: Free Admission

Time: Thursday, May 1st, 4:00pm-6:00pm

Where: ARC Arena (dry floor)

Who: Youth ages 12-18

Gear up for an adrenaline-packed adventure at ARC Arena during BC Youth Week! With glowing lights, lasers, and epic barriers to dodge, it's your chance to outplay your friends in this ultimate laser tag showdown.

No Registration Required. Check out our website www.abbyyouth.com or Instagram link @abbyyouth to complete the form and save your spot!

Fri. May 2nd, 2025

Cost: Free Admission and Free Rentals

Time: Friday, May 2nd, 6:45pm-8pm

Where: MRC Ice Arena

Who: Youth ages 12-18

Lace up your skates and vibe with the beats for a shot at snagging some free BC Youth Week swag!

No Registration Required. Check out our website www.abbyyouth.com or Instagram link @abbyyouth to complete the form and save your spot!

Cost: Free Admission

Time: Friday, May 2nd, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Where: ARC Youth Centre
Who: Youth ages 12-18

You’re invited to sing your heart out at AYC Karaoke!

Sat. May 3rd, 2025

Cost: Free Admission

Time: Saturday, May 3rd, 1:30pm-4:00pm

1:30pm - 2:00pm – Beginner Skateboard Lesson (Equipment provided for lessons)

2:00pm - 4:00pm – Main Event/Competition/Prizes/Star Wars Craft/Free Drinks

Where: ARC Skate Park

Grab your skateboards/scooters and head over to the ARC Skate Park to join Replay, the City of Abbotsford, Go Play Outside and AYC Staff. We will be kicking off the event with beginners’ lessons, followed by our main event: featuring a skateboard competition, prizes, crafts and free drinks!


Sun. May 4th, 2025

Cost: $2 for Youth Ages 12-18

Time: Sunday, May the 4th be with YOUTH 6:00pm-8:00pm

Where: MRC Pool

Who: Youth ages 12-18

Don't miss out on the Youth Inflatable Pool Party featuring an epic DJ set! Dive into the fun, make waves, and chill with your friends.

Mon. May 5th, 2025

Time: Monday, May 5th, 2:30pm – 4:30pm

Location: ARC and MRC Youth Center

Who: Youth ages 12-18

Join us at both youth centers to create meaningful artwork and raise awareness about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People.

Time: Monday, May 5th, 11:45am - 12:20pm

Location: Colleen and Gordie Howe Gym

Who: This Event is for Howe Students only.  

All Howe Students welcome to join members of the Abbotsford Police Department and the Abbotsford Fire Rescue Service in this ultimate Dodgeball showdown!

Tues. May 6th, 2025

Who: City Council/Youth Council

Our City Council and Youth Council will come together to volunteer for meaningful collaboration in partnership with Gleaners, a local not-for profit organization.

Cost: Free Admission
Time: Tuesday, May 6th 3:15pm-4:30pm

Where: ARC Youth Centre
Who: Youth ages 12-18
Do you have what it takes to defend your square and be crowned royalty? We’ve got prizes and bragging rights to give away at this event.

Cost: Free Admission

Time: Tuesday, May 6th, 2:30pm-4:30pm

Where: MRC Youth Centre
Who: Youth ages 12-18

Join us for an afternoon of fun, music, and unforgettable performances at AYC Karaoke!


Wed. May 7th, 2025

Who: AYC Staff

Our team of awesome youth workers will be handing out mental health resources to students all over our community!

Cost: Free Admission

Time: Wednesday, May 7th 12:00pm-2:00pm

Where: Boardwalk Café and Games 

Who: Local Youth Workers

We want to thank Abbotsford’s amazing Youth Workers by hosting a social at Boardwalk Café and Games (free admittance for all Abbotsford youth workers).

* Boardwalk Café and Games offering special Rates for Teens (Ages 12-18) from May 1-7 – $4 Admittance!!!

(50%OFF the regular admittance of $8).

Cost: Free Admission
Time: Thursday, May 1st, 2:30pm-4:30pm
Where: ARC & MRC Youth Centre
Who: Youth ages 12-18

Join us as we celebrate the outstanding Youth Center Leadership team! We will be wrapping up the week with an inspiring awards ceremony honouring their hard work and dedication this year. Don’t miss this chance to show your support and end an epic B.C. Youth Week on a memorable note!

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Check out our exciting 2024 events!


Thurs. May 1, 2025

Cost: Free Admission

Time: Thursday, May 1st, 4:00pm-6:00pm

Where: ARC Arena (dry floor)

Who: Youth ages 12-18

Gear up for an adrenaline-packed adventure at ARC Arena during BC Youth Week! With glowing lights, lasers, and epic barriers to dodge, it's your chance to outplay your friends in this ultimate laser tag showdown.

No Registration Required. Check out our website www.abbyyouth.com or Instagram link @abbyyouth to complete the form and save your spot!

Fri. May 2, 2025

Cost: Free Admission and Free Rentals

Time: Friday, May 2nd, 6:45pm-8pm

Where: MRC Ice Arena

Who: Youth ages 12-18

Lace up your skates and vibe with the beats for a shot at snagging some free BC Youth Week swag!

No Registration Required. Check out our website www.abbyyouth.com or Instagram link @abbyyouth to complete the form and save your spot!

Sat. May 3, 2025

Cost: Free Admission

Time: Saturday, May 3rd, 1:30pm-4:00pm

1:30pm - 2:00pm – Beginner Skateboard Lesson (Equipment provided for lessons)

2:00pm - 4:00pm – Main Event/Competition/Prizes/Star Wars Craft/Free Drinks

Where: ARC Skate Park

Grab your skateboards/scooters and head over to the ARC Skate Park to join Replay, the City of Abbotsford, Go Play Outside and AYC Staff. We will be kicking off the event with beginners’ lessons, followed by our main event: featuring a skateboard competition, prizes, crafts and free drinks!


Sun. May 4, 2025

Cost: $2 for Youth Ages 12-18

Time: Sunday, May the 4th be with YOUTH 6:00pm-8:00pm

Where: MRC Pool

Who: Youth ages 12-18

Don't miss out on the Youth Inflatable Pool Party featuring an epic DJ set! Dive into the fun, make waves, and chill with your friends.

Member: City of Mission

Check out our exciting 2025 events!! 

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Thurs. May 1, 2025

Date: Thursday, May 1st

Time: 4-6pm

Location: Mission Youth Centre

Ages: 12-18

Details: Cotton candy, lemonade, games, prize wheel, and raffle

Registration: Drop-in

Cost: FREE

 

Fri. May 2, 2025

Date: Friday, May 2nd

Time: 4:30-6pm & 6:30-8pm

Location: Mission Youth Centre & Mission Leisure Centre

Details: Hot dogs and pop at the Mission Youth Centre from 4:30-6pm & Swimming at the Leisure Centre from 6:30-8pm

Registration: Drop-in

Cost: FREE

 

Mon. May 5, 2025

Date: Monday, May 5th

Time: 4-5:30pm

Location: Mission Youth Centre

Details: Giant Jenga tournament with prizes 

Registration: Drop-in

Cost: FREE


Tues. May 6, 2025

Date: Tuesday, May 6th

Time: 3-4:30pm

Location: Mission Leisure Centre

Details: Basketball skills challenges and shooting contests with prizes

Registration: Drop-in

Cost: FREE

Wed. May 7, 2025

Date: Wednesday, May 7th

Time: 4-5:30pm

Location: Mission Youth Centre

Details: Make your own mini pizza

Registration: Drop-in

Cost: FREE

Member: YMCA Chilliwack

Check out our exciting 2025 events!! 

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Thurs. May 1, 2025

Date: Wednesday May 1st 

Time: 3:30 PM

Location: Cheam Leisure Centre (45501 Market Way)  

Ages: 10-18

Details: We’re kicking off youth week with a celebration in the park outside of Cheam. Drop by for food, games, and giveaways. 

Registration: Drop-in 

Cost: FREE

Partnering with: Chilliwack Child & Youth Committee, Pacific Community Resources Society

Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025

Time: Monday to Friday 3:30pm-4:30pm

Location: Bob Chan Kent Family YMCA

Ages: 10-15

Details: Youth aged 10-15 can bring their friends and play basketball or soccer after school! 

Cost: Y membership required

Fri. May 2, 2025

Date: Thursday, May 2nd  

Time: 4:00pm-10:00pm

Location: Cheam Leisure Centre 45501 Market Way, Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre 9145 Corbould St

Ages: 12-18

Details:  FREE admission to Chilliwack Landing and Cheam Leisure Centres

Registration: Drop-in 

Cost: FREE

Partnering with: City of Chilliwack

Sat. May 3, 2025

Location / Address of Event: Landing Sports Centre - 45530 Spadina Ave

Date: May 3, 4PM

Registration Information: Free, drop-in

Ages: 12-18

Details: Open skate and free food! Skateboards and helmets are provided or bring your own! 

Partnering with to host this event: City of Chilliwack, Chilliwack Community Services

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Sun. May 4, 2025

Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025

Time: 12PM-7PM

Location: Cheam Leisure Centre 45501 Market Way

Ages: 10-18

Details: Celebrate May the 4th with us and 2 of your favorite Star Wars movies and delicious snacks!

Cost: free, drop-in

Mon. May 5, 2025

Date: Monday May 5,2025

Time: 4:30-7PM

Location: Bob Chan Kent Family YMCA, 45844 Hocking Ave

Ages: 12-18

Details: Step into our Youth Boardgame Café, where teens ages 12-18 can drop in to discover and play a wide array of boardgames. Join us to have fun, learn new games, and meet other game lovers.

Cost: Y membership required

 

 

Tues. May 6, 2025

Location / Address of Event: Cheam Leisure Centre 45501 Market Way,

Time: 4:00 PM

Registration Information: free, drop-in

Details: Drop-in dodgeball for ages 13-18. come with a team, or on your own and join a team when you get here!

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Wed. May 7, 2025

Location / Address of Event: Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre, 9145 Corbould St

Time: 3:30 PM

Registration Information: Free, drop-in

Details: We're wrapping up youth week with the first ever Chilliwack Youth Awards, free food, face painting and more!

Partnering with: Chilliwack Child & Youth Committee, Chilliwack Youth Health Centre

 

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