Burnaby Village Museum is a vibrant, 10 acre open air museum set in scenic Deer Lake Park. Visitors can explore 1920s style heritage buildings, where knowledgeable museum interpreters bring Burnaby’s diverse history to life. Watch live demonstrations at Wagner’s Blacksmith Shop, visit the Indigenous Learning House, and discover historic businesses such as the Way Sang Yuen Wat Kee Chinese Herbalist. Step inside the 1893 Love Farmhouse to experience life on a family farm, climb aboard the 1912 interurban tram, and enjoy a ride on the beautifully restored 1912 C.W. Parker Carousel.
Designed for visitors of all ages, the museum offers engaging, hands on experiences that encourage learning through exploration, participation and discovery. As the primary historical resource for the City of Burnaby, Burnaby Village Museum encourages understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of Burnaby’s unique history. Through shared stories and meaningful experiences, the museum fosters a strong sense of community and connection for both residents and visitors.
Family Day (Free Admission)
February 16, 2026
Spring Break (Free Admission)
March 16-27, 2026
11 am-4:30 pm. Last entry at 4 pm.
Summer Season (Free Admission)
May 2-September 7, 2026
11 am-4:30 pm. Last entry at 4 pm.
Haunted Village (Admission Tickets Required)
October 23-25, 2026
October 30-31, 2026
Festive Village (Free Admission)
Season hours: 2-9pm
November 25, 2026-December 20, 2026: Wednesdays to Sundays (closed Mondays and Tuesdays)
December 21, 2026-January 3, 2027: open daily, closed December 24 and 25
Seasonality
Opens: 5/2/2026
Closes: 9/7/2026
Supernatural, Once Upon a Time, Animal Control (with Joel McHale), IT (1990 TV miniseries), Hallmark holiday movies
Indigenous Learning House and public programs such as Indigenous storytelling.
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