All group walks appearing in this calendar are reserved exclusively for Vancouver Venturer club members and members of affiliated Volkssport clubs. If you wish more information on becoming a club member please click here or contact us at vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
In general, a 5km walk can be finished in 1 hour and a 10km walk can be completed in 2 hours. Members may download a PDF copy of the 2026 annual calendar by clicking here.
Click on a date to see route details as well as the start point location and Google Map directions to the start point. We look forward to seeing you at your next walk.
Events in January 2026
| SunSunday | MonMonday | TueTuesday | WedWednesday | ThuThursday | FriFriday | SatSaturday |
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Sunday, December 28, 2025(1 event) Vancouver - Shaughnessy - Olympic Village - Cambie Bridge –
Enjoy the panoramic scenery of Vancouver from different viewpoints. This walk takes you to Granville Island & along the Seaside Greenway to Olympic Village, Science World to Coopers’ Park, cross Cambie Bridge & return to Granville Island. Check out what Granville Island has to offer as you walk around the Island. The 6K walk will only go to Charleson Park & Granville Island. Start Location: Meet in the open space BEHIND Starbucks/Indigo. Distance: 6/10k Trail Rating: 2A *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Meet in the open space behind Starbucks/Indigo. Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Indigo | Monday, December 29, 2025 |
Tuesday, December 30, 2025(1 event) Vancouver - Stanley Park - Prospect Point - Lake & Lagoon –
There are two 5K route options: (i) walk mostly on the east side of the Seawall and back via the Rose Garden (ii) walk on trails to Beaver Lake, the Aquarium and back via the Seawall. Distance: 5/10k Trail Rating: 1A/2B Start Location: Meet in the sitting area of Devonian Harbour Park, 1929 W Georgia St (NW corner of Denman & W Georgia - behind the bus stop). *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. Devonian Harbour Park |
Wednesday, December 31, 2025(1 event) No Walk Scheduled – No walk is scheduled today. |
Thursday, January 1, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Stanley Park- Trails (Connie's Walk) –
On this walk, you will enjoy magnificent views of Coal Harbour, the Brockton Point Lighthouse, Lumberman’s Arch and the Variety Kids water park. Here we turn off the Seawall into the trails. View the Japanese Canadian War Monument, the Miniature Railway, the Pavilion Gardens and the Rose Garden before enjoying more natural surroundings of trails leading to Beaver Lake and on to Second Beach. Start Location: Meet in the Devonian Harbour Park behind the bus stop on West Georgia St. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Distance: 5/10k Trail Rating: 1A/2B Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more information about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com
Devonian Harbour Park | Friday, January 2, 2026 |
Saturday, January 3, 2026(1 event) Richmond - Central Richmond - Three Parks –
Route goes along city streets & through three parks: the new Garden City Lands, Paulik Neighbourhood Park & Garden City Community Park & Arboretum. The 6k walk will only go to two parks. Distance: 6/10k Trail Rating: 1B Meet outside the Old Navy Store in Richmond Centre Mall. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. 6551 No. 3 Road Richmond, BC |
Sunday, January 4, 2026(1 event) North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Edgemont Village –
Walk along the Spirit Trail, then through Mosquito Creek Park to Edgemont Village, a quaint little area with one-of-a-kind retail stores and a vibrant community. You might feel like you are in a mountain resort as Grouse Mountain is not far away. Then down to a 1950’s cabin and pond where a number of shows, including the Virgin River series, were filmed. Next comes Murdo Frazer Pitch & Putt, Heywood Park, Pemberton Heights and back to Mosquito Creek Park. Don’t miss this walk! Lots to explore. Distance: 6/10k Trail Rating: 2B If taking the Seabus, the Waterfront Park Dock with the gazebo is located 2 blocks west. of the Lonsdale Quay Seabus. If driving, the gazebo/dock/pier is at the back of Waterfront Park in the 200 block of West Esplanade. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Waterfront Park Dock Waterfront Park Dock 49.3109125, -123.0858924 North Vancouver, BC V7M 3K2 Canada | Monday, January 5, 2026 |
Tuesday, January 6, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Downtown - West End –
Walk 5k, 6, or 11 km. This walk is made up of two loops. The 5K Western Loop goes to the Olympic Cauldron (2010 Winter Olympics) in Jack Poole Plaza, up onto the “living roof”, then along the Coal Harbour Seaside Greenway (Seawall), all the way to Westin Bayshore Hotel. Then through some nice heritage-home neighbourhoods in the West End. The 6K Eastern Loop goes through Downtown Vancouver, around Canada Place Building along “The Canadian Trail”, Gastown & part of Chinatown, including the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park. We will return along West Georgia, the hub of downtown shopping and transportation. Washrooms available at Start/Finish & along routes. Walk 5/6km or 11km routes. Trail Rating: 2A *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. " JJ Bean Coffee Roasters | Wednesday, January 7, 2026 |
Thursday, January 8, 2026(1 event) Delta - Tsawwassen - Central Walk –
Discover what makes Tsawwassen so livable. Walk through Beach Grove where life is "in the slow lane", pass golf courses and through nice neighbourhoods. You will be challenged physically and rewarded visually with farm and mountain views. Sunny Tsawwassen awaits exploration. Distance: 5k/10k Trail Rating: 1B/2B/3B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. " South Delta Recreation Centre 1720 - 56 Street Tsawwassen, BC V4L 2B1 | Friday, January 9, 2026 |
Saturday, January 10, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Vanier Park –
Description: Enjoy a delightful walk along Kitsilano Beach to Point Grey and residential streets, then to Vanier Park, pass Maritime Museum, Gordon MacMillan Southam Observatory and Museum of Vancouver. The 6k will not go to Vanier Park and museums. Distance: 6/10K routes. Trail Rating: 2B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. The Boathouse 1305 Arbutus Street Vancouver, BC V6J 5N2 Canada |
Sunday, January 11, 2026(1 event) Richmond - Terra Nova - Rural Park –
Come Walk With Us in this peaceful northwest corner of Richmond. Starting from the Thompson Community Center we walk through residential neighbourhoods and trails passing through lush green marshlands. Upon reaching the dyke, we view the Strait of Georgia, the North Shore mountains and distant Gulf Islands peaks. Keep a lookout for the many herons, eagles and sometimes snow geese that frequent this area. Distance: 5/10k Trail Rating: 1B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Thompson Community Centre 5151 Granville Avenue Richmond, BC | Monday, January 12, 2026 |
Tuesday, January 13, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Kerrisdale - Arbutus Ridge – Start Point: Parking Lot, Kerrisdale Cyclone Taylor Arena, 5670 East Boulevard Distances: 5/10k Trail Rating: 2A *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, join your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For additional information, contact vancouverventurers@gmail.com Kerrisdale Cyclone Taylor Arena | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 |
Thursday, January 15, 2026(1 event) Burnaby - Central Park - Deer Lake Park –
Walk will go to Oakland Park & Deer Lake Park. Walk on trails & boardwalks in the park & around the lake. The 5K walk will be in Central Park only. Washrooms available at Start/Finish & along routes. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** DISTANCE: 5, 10k RATING: 2B Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
Starbucks (outside in Station Square, Metrotown) | Friday, January 16, 2026 |
Saturday, January 17, 2026(1 event) Richmond - Steveston - Britannia Shipyards –
Description: Walk along the picturesque South Arm Dyke of the Fraser River. Explore the historical site “London Farm” that tells the story of farming in Steveston from 1880 to 1930. Be surprised by the water traffic on the river. We walk beside the river for most of this walk. This is a fantastic walk that will have you saying “I did not know that was there”. This is the latest addition to our “Explore Richmond” series - one of 11 walks. Distance: 5K/10K Trail Rating: 1B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Britannia Shipyards National Historical Site (Parking Lot) |
Sunday, January 18, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Mt Pleasant - Murals & Heritage Walk –
Walk this vibrant and eclectic area known for its unusual stores, heritage buildings, murals and stately homes. Mount Pleasant is also known for its rich history, many craft breweries and unique variety of restaurants. Keep your eyes open for historical cairns scattered throughout the walk. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Distance: 6k/8k/10k Trail Rating: 2A Immediately following the walk, club members may join us for a Member's Appreciation lunch at the Heritage Hall. ***RSVP needed before January 5th to attend*** For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Heritage Hall | Monday, January 19, 2026 |
Tuesday, January 20, 2026(1 event) Delta - Ladner - Historic Town Walk –
A walk in & around the historic village of Ladner, South Delta. This charming 115 year-old fishing village has it all - dykes, marinas, parks, sloughs & a very quaint, walkable, town centre. Route passes by Memorial Park, the Fraser River & South Arm marshes along residential streets. Discover why this charming little village is one of the most popular set locations for the Lower Mainland film industry. Distance: 5k/10k Trail Rating: 1B Start Location: PARKING LOT outside Ricky’s & Famoso REGISTRATION: No walk box is available. To register online: click here to download the Registration Form. Save the completed registration form and email, as an attachment, to: vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Walk route instructions, maps and payment procedures will be sent to you by email. For book stamping, you will receive inserts by email once payment is received. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Ricky's & Famoso | Wednesday, January 21, 2026 |
Thursday, January 22, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Hastings Sunrise - Burnaby Heights –
A scenic walk through two municipalities, from Vancouver to Burnaby Heights with view of Vancouver downtown, the North Shore and Burrard Inlet. On the way back, pass a heritage building opened in 1914. Distance: 6/10K Trail Rating: 2A/2B Start Point: Picnic Table/Hastings Community Preschool in Hastings Community Park on the 3000 block of E Pender St. BEHIND Hastings Community Centre Building, 3096 East Hastings St. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. " Hastings Community Preschool - Hastings Community Park | Friday, January 23, 2026 |
Saturday, January 24, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Shaughnessy - Kensington - Mountain View –
Walk goes through residential areas and Memorial South Park. We will also walk through Mountain View Cemetery (“Where Vancouver Remembers”) - opened in 1886. Some famous Canadians are buried here. We will see the main part of the cemetery and the Jewish, Japanese and Chinese parts of the cemetery. For the 10K, there is an option to walk outside of the cemetery. Distance: 5/10k *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Rating: 2B Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to: vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Kensington Community Centre 5175 Dumfries Street Vancouver, BC |
Sunday, January 25, 2026(1 event) West Vancouver - Ambleside - Dundarave –
The Western loop goes through “village” of Dundarave, Memorial Park, Dundarave Park and along Centennial Seawalk. The Eastern loop goes through “villages” of Ambleside, Park Royal and along the edge of Ambleside Park. Both loops have interesting shops and eateries, and offer great views of English Bay and Vancouver. Distance: 5/10k Trail Rating: 2B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Meet at picnic shelter in John Lawson Park at 16th Street. Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. John Lawson Park 17th St West Vancouver, BC BC V7V 3T3 | Monday, January 26, 2026 |
Tuesday, January 27, 2026(1 event) Burnaby - Central Park - Plus Two Parks –
Walk through Central Park, Sparwood Park & Captain Cooks Park. Walk will pass Ocean View Burial Park with an option to walk in this park. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Trail Rating 2B Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Starbucks (outside in Station Square, Metrotown) | Wednesday, January 28, 2026 |
Thursday, January 29, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Spanish Banks & University Endowment Lands –
Description: Walk along the Spanish Banks beaches and Admiralty Trail in Pacific Spirit Regional Park - from Locarno to Acadia. Then explore parts of the University of BC campus and the University Endowment Lands with historical landmarks & mansions. Throughout the walk, there are beautiful views of Vancouver and the North Shore mountains across English Bay and Burrard Inlet. Distance: 6/10K Trail Rating: 2B/3B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Locarno Beach Concession 4445 NW Marine Dr Vancouver, BC V6R 1B7 Canada | Friday, January 30, 2026 |
Saturday, January 31, 2026(1 event) Richmond - Terra Nova - West Dyke & Railway Greenway –
Come Walk With Us on part of the old railway route now converted to walking paths as we walk to the Middle Arm Dyke pathway. While walking on this dyke trail beside the Middle Arm of the Fraser River we get to watch many planes taking off and landing at the Vancouver Airport. As we continue, this Middle Arm Dyke path changes to the West Dyke path and if it is the right time of the year, you will see many herons, eagles and thousands of Snow Geese. Don’t miss this walk. This is one of 11 walks in our “Explore Richmond” series. Distance: 6k,11k Trail Rating: 1B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Thompson Community Centre 5151 Granville Avenue Richmond, BC |
