We are delighted to bring you the Fall 2026 e-Leisure Guide, which includes programs, drop in sessions and special events running September 6 to December 31, 2026.

Registration for FALL RECREATION PROGRAMS starts Tuesday, March 17 at 9:00 am.

Registration for FALL SWIM LESSONS starts Wednesday, March 18 at 9:00 am.

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This Fall is going to be a great season for fun activities and games as well as new programs!

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We have a new recreation app! Download the app to Play in PA!

Registration is easier, faster and mobile with the Play in PA! app. Use the app to:

• Get notifications about program updates
• Use your device as your membership card – just tap and play!
• Check out courses and plan your schedule ahead of time
• Find punch pass courses
• Get course codes earlier
• Manage your membership from your device
• Quickly view and register for drop-in courses
• Pay for courses securely using your credit card
• Filter your course searches by age, date, star or end time and category

Visit your preferred app store and search for “playinpa” to download the app today.

NEW and EXCITING:

• Adult Learn-to-Swim lessons!
• NEW Youth Drop-In Fridays After School!
• NEW AVM After Dark! Museum programs for Adults!
• NEW Adult Watercolour Painting classes!
• Art & Crafts – Pottery and hand building classes for youth and adults!
• Group Fitness and Yoga classes on various days/times throughout the week!
• Exciting drop in activities for youth and families at Glenwood – Pickleball, Family Multi-Sport, and Laser Light Roller Blading!

Upcoming Special Events:

• Alberni Valley Multiplex and Alberni Valley Bulldogs’ 25th Celebration! September 19 – Join us as we celebrate the 25th birthday of the Alberni Valley Multiplex and the puck drop of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs 25th season! Participate in FREE public skate, games, scavenger hunts, retro food prices, and the start of the Bulldogs’ 25th season.!
• Hockey Day in PA! – October 17 – FREE Stick’n Puck session, pancake breakfast, games and activities!
• Youth Fright Night! October 25 – The Alberni Valley Child & Youth Network is excited to host a Haunted Teen Night at Glenwood! Costume prizes, food, haunted music & spooky activities!
• Free Halloween Swim! October 28 – Join us for a FREE public swim with halloween decorations, spooky music and treats!
• A Dino-Mite Holiday Celebration at the Museum! December 12 – Roar into the holidays at the Alberni Valley Museum. Join us for a family-friendly holiday celebration alongside the Dinosaurs of BC travelling exhibit. Enjoy festive activities, hands-on fun, and a museum experience with a prehistoric twist!

Registration is available via your online customer portal or call us and we can help. If you need to add family members to your account, we can help with that.

Is your account up to date?

We know that some programs are really popular and fill up fast! To have the best chance to secure a spot in that popular program, please take the opportunity before registration day to log into your account at playinpa.ca and have a look around.

• Are all your family members listed?
• Is your address correct?
• Do we have your correct email address? We use your email address to communicate with you about your registrations, as well as send updates about locations and times.

If you need to update your information, or add family members to your account, please give any of our front desks a call, or stop by. Account family members must all be living at the same residence.

Pool 250-720-2514
Multiplex 250-720-2518 or
Echo Centre 250-723-2181

Register early for best selection!