Buddy and Friends Children’s Festival

May 2, 2026

May 3, 2026

$35

Railway Museum of British Columbia, 39645 Government Road, Squamish

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Events Description

 
The Railway Museum of BC is proud to bring you an ‘all new’ event, the ‘Buddy & Friends Children’s Festival’, the first weekend in May. You’ll get to meet Buddy and enjoy a weekend full of music, entertainment and train riding fun.

  • Legendary Juno winner Al Simmons graces the stage with his inventive comedy, music and wit.
  • Enjoy the fabulous songs and hilarity of the Myrtle Sisters and JUNO Award winner Norman Foote.
  • Ira Pettle works the audience with improv and movement.
    Mike Battie brings his juggling and stilt walking skills.
  • The Ta Daa Lady and her Nylon Zoo is a feature on the site with her gigantic walk through salmon and her costumed parade.
  • Discover the talented Jaeda Willson-Rymer.
  • Enjoy all the additional creative activities, and of course, train rides and Museum exhibits all around you! It will be a full weekend of festive family fun.
  • Our BC-21 Budd Rail Diesel car will be operating for you to enjoy riding a real train. Our Mini-Rail Train will take you on a 20 minute journey around the Museum grounds.

Bring the whole family and enjoy a day full of fun. Create family memories that last forever!

HOW MUCH

Tickets:

One Day Single General Admission – $35
One Day Family Pass (Max 4 people) – $120
Children UNDER 2 years old – Free

How to get tickets?

Buy Online

WHEN & WHERE

Date & Time:

Saturday May 2 and Sunday May 3, 2026

Gates open 9:30 am – 5pm

Venue:

Railway Museum of British Columbia,
39645 Government Road,
Squamish, BC V8B 0B6
Paid Parking
Public Transit Accessible
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