Community invited to "Activate 2024"
New Year's Day event at Beban Park
NEWS RELEASE - Distributed December 15, 2023 12:01 PM
Summary
The City of Nanaimo Parks, Recreation and Culture Department is "launching" into 2024 with its second annual New Year's Day event held at Beban Park on Monday, Jan. 1 from 12-5 p.m. The community is invited to start the new year by actively participating in a variety of activities. These include:
- Swimming at Beban Pool (two sessions to choose from: 12-2 p.m. and 3-5 p.m.)
- Skating at Frank Crane Arena (Family Skating) and Cliff McNabb Arena (Stick 'n' Puck)
- Entertainment featuring the duo "The Big Mess"
- Arts and crafts
- Games
- Inflatables
Food trucks and concession will be on site.
Tickets are available on the day of the event or in advance at Beban Park Pool office. Tickets are only $12 or purchase a "festive five" pack for $48, and tickets would make great stocking stuffers.
Visit the City website for more information or call the office of Parks, Recreation and Culture at 250-756-5200.
Link to Strategic Plan: Providing residents with quality recreation opportunities enhances the livability of our City.
Key Points
- Activate is the City of Nanaimo's family New Year's Day event held on Monday, Jan. 1, 12-5 p.m. at Beban Park.
- Tickets are available at the event or in advance at Beban Park Pool. Tickets are only $12 each or purchase a "festive five" pack for $48
- The event features swimming, skating, live entertainment, inflatables, games, arts, crafts and more.
Quotes
"Start the new year off right by participating in Activate 2024 at Beban Park! There is something for everyone at this family focused New Year's Day event with Parks, Recreation and Culture. I wish everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous 2024."
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