Family Friendly

BC Wildlife Park

Mary Putnam

Enter the fun zone and explore Kamloops’ family activities, which include water parks, wildlife, events, and educational attractions. Family-friendly attractions are only a 30-minute drive from downtown Kamloops, so you'll never run out of adventures for all ages. 

Exploring science, diving into art, or engaging in physical play, Kamloops has a variety of options to keep everyone happy and engaged. Whether you’re paintballing, pedalling, or paddling gather the kids and head off on a family adventure.

Lac Du Bois Grasslands

Dylan Sherrard

Outdoor activities for the kids

Outdoor adventures in Kamloops are sure to capture the imagination of the young and young at heart. From water parks to wildlife viewing to educational attractions, there are plenty of ways to play outside with the kids in tow. 
 

Get Outside

The Fun Factor Fun Centre

Dylan Sherrard

Indoor family attractions to learn, play, and create

Whether your kids are into science or swimming, you’ll find plenty of engaging indoor attractions to keep little minds curious and burn that extra energy. Teach them how to play retro games, unleash their inner artist, or climb to the tippy top at the climbing gym. Kamloops family attractions are sure to keep your crew entertained. 
 

Play Indoors

Kamloops Museum & Archives

Kathleen Fisher

Connect with arts + culture

Introduce your children to the vibrant Kamloops arts and culture scene, where everyone is welcome and all stories are heard. Learn about the legends and traditions of the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc, take in live theatre and heritage attractions, or create art masterpieces. Inspire their (and your) inner creativity. 
 

Get Creative

Riverside Park

Mary Putnam

A literal playground for the whole family

Run, jump, splash and play in safe, well-maintained amenities. Kamloops is a haven for family fun and has several playgrounds, parks, waterparks, and skate parks for all ages. Here are a few local favourites to enjoy.

Kid Parks & Pools

Little Farmers Petting Zoo

Dylan Sherrard

Kid-approved free activities

When it comes to getting the family out and having a good time, Kamloops has lots of zero-dollar or nearly free kid-approved things to do. Take in colourful street art, meet goats and other adorable farm animals, go for a putt, or rip through the trails on two wheels or two feet.  
 

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