What To Do During Spring Break in Squamish
Posted on: March 11, 2026
Spring Break in Squamish
Spring in Squamish is a season of movement and renewal, longer days, powerful waterfalls, quieter trails, and a mix of outdoor exploration and indoor discovery, that works well for spring break. This is a time of year when the destination feels spacious and flexible, offering room to explore without the pace or pressure of peak summer.
Whether you’re travelling as a family, planning a short getaway, or adding a few adventure days to your break, Squamish offers a balance of iconic attractions, easy outdoor experiences, and places to slow down between the mountains and the sea.
Travelling with young children? Sea to Sky Tots offers strollers, cribs, bassinets and child carrier rentals so you can pack light and arrive ready to explore.
Want a lift? Squamish Connector is offering a deal where kids ride free between March 14 - 31, 2026.
Get Outside and Explore
Spring is one of the best times to experience Squamish outdoors. Cooler temperatures make it comfortable to be active, and the landscape comes alive with flowing water and fresh growth.
A visit to the Squamish Canyon is a classic spring experience, with dramatic views and rushing water that showcase the season at its best. They have a Spring Break deal where kids visit for free between March 14 - April 6, 2026. Nearby parks and trails, like Four Lakes Trail in Alice Lake Provincial Park and Sp’akw’us Feather Park, offer options for shorter walks, family-friendly exploration, and time spent outside without committing to a full-day adventure.
For big views with minimal effort, the Sea to Sky Gondola provides access to panoramic viewpoints and gentle summit walks that work well for a wide range of ages and abilities. While you’re there, cross the suspension bridge, listen for the roar of Shannon Falls and explore the alpine forest. It’s an easy way to experience Squamish’s scale and scenery, even on days when energy levels vary.
Take the family up high over Squamish and the surrounding mountains with a flightseeing tour. Sea to Sky Air will have you soaring above in one of their planes in no time. Alternately, elevate yourself to the skies in a helicopter with Blacktusk Helicopters. These are memories that will stay with you forever, as the beauty of the Sea to Sky corridor is truly spectacular.
Discover Squamish’s History and Culture
Spring break is also a great time to balance outdoor activities with indoor and interpretive experiences.
The Britannia Mine Museum offers an engaging look at the region’s industrial past through interactive exhibits and underground mine tours. It’s a popular option for families looking to mix learning with exploration and works well on cooler or rainy days. Visit the Machine Shop, Gold Panning Pavilion, Mining Hall of Fame and Underground Tour. Don't forget BOOM!, a multi-sensory experience.
From March 14 - 29, 2026, enjoy their Step Back in Time presentations inside the Britannia Story Building. Uncover the mystery of the once-thriving mountain community in “Whatever Happened to Mt. Sheer?” (1:30 pm daily) and journey back to the days of steamships and early coastal travel in “Before Rail and Road” (3:30 pm daily).
Plus, from 1:00–4:00 pm Monday to Friday, drop into the Terra Lab for Live in the Lab: Secret Identities, a new interactive, hands-on experience perfect for curious families ready to explore, discover, and connect.
On the weekend of March 21-22, the Railway Museum of British Columbia is hosting their annual Sea to Sky Model Train and Hobby Show. This event is for model railroaders, hobbyists and families to enjoy in the museum's CN Roundhouse and Car Shop exhibit spaces. You’ll be surrounded by trains of all sizes, including historic steam locomotives, cabooses and luxury passenger cars. All weekend long you can take behind the scenes guided tours and ride the mini rail too. A wonderful and rare opportunity to visit the museum this spring.
Sip And Eat Your Way Around Squamish
While the original Squamish Craft Tasting Trail was created for 'adult' beverages, we've added a few additional Tasting Trails for those into sweet treats and hot drinks.
Gather up the family and visit the Squamish Adventure Centre, where you can pick up your Passports for the Squamish Craft Tasting Trail, Squamish Treat Trail and Squamish Coffee Crawl (works for hot chocolates too). Collect stamps along the way to earn prizes for participating. It's a fun way to explore Squamish's lively food and beverage scene and these journeys were designed to take you to the lesser-known corners of the region so you can sample locally made delights.
BONUS: While visiting the Squamish Adventure Centre, be sure to browse around The Squamish Store for Squamish merch, books, games, puzzles, toys and gifts.
Family-Friendly Options, Indoors and Out
Spring break in Squamish doesn’t require a packed schedule. Many families choose to mix attractions with relaxed downtime, playground visits, casual walks, coffee stops, and time spent exploring town between activities.
Squamish offers plenty of fun, active options for kids of all ages. Airhouse Sports Academy features freestyle trampolining, skateboarding, parkour, and gymnastics in a safe, high-energy space. The Ninja Gym is its own facility where kids can swing, jump, and tackle obstacles in a fun, Ninja-Warrior-style environment. Ground Up Climbing Centre offers indoor and outdoor climbing for all abilities, from drop-in sessions to guided climbs on Squamish granite. For little ones aged six months to six years, Tiny Tots Gym is a vibrant indoor playground designed to build motor skills through play.
Warmer weather is springing up but that doesn't mean all the snowy fun is over. Plan a winter adventure in the nearby mountains where you can still find snow-covered trails waiting to be enjoyed. At the Sea to Sky Gondola you'll find trails and views (and hot chocolate). If the weather permits, tobogganing, snow shoeing and cross-country skiing at Whistler Olympic Park is another way to extend winter during spring break.
Looking for Structured Activities?
For families who prefer more structure, Squamish also offers a range of optional spring break programs and camps through local recreation providers and activity operators. These can be a helpful way to anchor part of your trip, while still leaving room to explore the destination independently.
The Ninja Gym’s 2026 Spring Break Camps run between March 16–27, offering both single-day and full-week options. Week 1 combines ninja activities with optional daily arts and crafts, while Week 2 focuses entirely on ninja challenges and skill-building. Each day features structured games, obstacle courses, and supervised free play.
- Camp Options: Single-day and full-week
- Ages: 5 - 12 years
- Dates: March 16–20 and March 23–27
Spring Break Kinder AirVenture Camp
This camp is designed specifically for the young ones. This camp will give special attention to the 3, 4 and 5-year-olds and will run for 5 half days, from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m.
They will be utilizing the facility, bouncing around on the trampolines, play on the spring floor and even some skateboarding for those interested.
- Ages: Pre-K (3 - 5 years)
- Dates: March 16–20
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Spring Break AirVenture Camp (Multi Sport)
AirVenture Camp is about being active, learning skills and having fun! Through a variety of coaching, activities, games and crafts your child will have days that are both lively and engaging.
- Grades/Ages: K - Grade 6 / 5 - 12 years
- Dates: March 16–20
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Gather Bookshop and Arrow Wood Games
Arrow Wood Games and Gather Bookshop present a creative and immersive week.
Magical Kitties
Campers play as magical cats solving adventures in the “Magical Kitties Save the Day” tabletop game. Alongside daily roleplaying and themed activities like painting miniatures and storytelling games, campers also join local author Yin Xzi Ho for half-day creative writing sessions, ending the week with their own illustrated story or graphic novel.
- Ages 6-9
- Dates: March 16–20
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. daily
Dungeons & Dragons
This camp offers an exciting blend of Dungeons & Dragons gameplay and creative storytelling, perfect for both new and experienced players. Campers explore epic quests, character development, and map-making with expert Game Masters, while also working with author Yin Xzi Ho at Gather Bookshop to create their own fantasy stories, leaving with a personalized graphic novel or short story at week’s end.
- Ages 8-12
- Dates: March 16–20
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. daily
Each day, campers will learn a little more about climbing, a little more about their community and a little more about themselves. Days are filled with climbing lessons and challenges, arts and crafts, and lots of games.
- Ages: 6 - 12 years
- Dates:
- Week 1: March 16–20
- Week 2: March 23–27
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. daily
Create Makerspace offers hands-on Spring Break programs where young makers build skills and confidence while working with real materials in a supportive studio environment. Each camp runs for five consecutive mornings and focuses on practical techniques and finished projects to take home.
Pottery
Participants explore clay through wheel throwing and handbuilding while learning foundational ceramic skills in a fun, creative setting. No prior experience is needed.
• Ages: 9–14
• Dates: March 16–20
• Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Woodworking
In this five-day Intro to Power Tools program, students learn safe tool use and foundational woodworking techniques while building their own wooden toolbox. A constructive and confidence-building experience.
• Ages: 9–14
• Dates: March 23–27
• Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Looking for an active outdoor Spring Break camp in Squamish? This 3-day Mountain Bike Camp gives kids the chance to ride local trails, build confidence, and develop skills in a safe, supportive environment while having plenty of fun.
Each day combines trail riding, skill development, and games, with riders grouped by age and ability.
FUNdamentals (Ages 6–8)
Designed for younger or newer riders, this group focuses on foundational skills such as braking, balance, and body position while building confidence on gravel paths and beginner-friendly trails.
Rad Riders (Ages 7–10)
Ideal for kids who are comfortable on green and blue trails, this group builds on existing skills with more trail time, climbing practice, and progression in braking, line choice, and body positioning.
• Ages: 6–10 (grouped by age and ability)
• Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate
• Dates: March 16,17 & 18 and March 23, 24 &25
• Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures
Spring Break Adventure Camp gives kids the chance to experience some of the best outdoor activities in B.C., including rock climbing, mountain biking, Via Ferrata, and hiking. Campers build confidence while learning rope skills, climbing techniques, safety habits, and essential outdoor skills.
• Ages: 7–12
• Dates: March 25–27 (1-day drop-in available)
• Time: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Spring Break Itineraries
Looking for a little guidance as you plan your spring break? We’ve created two sample itineraries to help you make the most of your time in Squamish, whether you’re visiting for a short getaway or settling in for a longer stay.
These itineraries are meant to inspire rather than prescribe. Mix and match activities, adjust for weather, and move at the pace that works for your family.
- Three Days, Two Nights
A flexible long-weekend itinerary that highlights Squamish’s attractions, easy outdoor experiences, and time to explore town. - Five Days, Four Nights
A more relaxed, in-depth option that balances outdoor adventure, cultural experiences, and unstructured downtime throughout the week.
Use these itineraries as a starting point, then build your own spring break around the experiences that matter most to you.
