Langley has been around since 1873, and although often overlooked simply as farm country, it has a lot to offer.
Extending through the Township of Langley, Walnut Grove, City of Langley, and Fort Langley, it’s expanded quite a bit over the last few years. With an ever-growing population and a whimsical, small town feel, it’s hard not to look back once you’ve dipped your feet in.
Things To Do in Langley
Drama
If theatre is what you’re looking for, Langley has you covered. The Langley Players Drama Club has been around since 1969, and features three productions a year. There is also Bard in the Valley, an annual Shakespearian theatrical production held in Douglas Park and put on by those for a love of theatre. This year, the Bard in the Valley production is going to be the ‘Taming of the Shrew’.
Greater Vancouver Zoo
For family-friendly fun, check out the zoo to visit with animals from all over the world, including lions, hippos, and even tigers!
Eagle Acres
Formerly known as Aldor Acres, this dairy farm is a delight for all ages. Whether you’re taking a tour of the farm, having a blast at the petting zoo, picking out a Christmas tree, or going pumpkin picking, the sense of family pride and warm spirits that run through the farm are sure to leave you wanting to come back.
Adrenaline Pumping Fun
If you’re in the mood for an adrenaline rush, try your hand at some indoor Go-Karting or the Extreme Air Park, where you get to bounce your way through a giant trampoline park.
Museums
Langley also offers a variety of museums, from the Canadian Museum of Flight (where you can also grab a bite at the airport restaurant!) to the Fort Langley National Historic Site, which is also known as the ‘birthplace of British Columbia’ because of its origins of fur trading.
Trails
If you’re looking for more of an outdoorsy experience, parks such as Campbell Valley Park, Williams Park, and Derby Reach offer some unique trails that are great for picnics, leisurely hikes, and bird watching.
Farm Markets
Check out the farm markets! With over six farm markets, Langley has an assortment of vendors that offer the community delicious, locally grown produce. The Fort Langley Farm Market also offers trinkets such as homemade soaps, jewelry, and even stained glass art.
Fort Langley
Langley’s hidden treasure: the ever expanding Fort Langley. A small, quaint, historic village that’s about a 10 minute drive from the heart of Langley, it’s grown tremendously over the last few years. It offers a variety of dining options such as Wendel’s, a bookstore and cafe combined to create the best of both worlds, to Planet 50’s cafe, where everything but the food is retro. There are also a selection of unique shops to choose from, ranging from home decor stores such as Living Room, where you can mix and match pieces to make your home look like a rustic wonderland, to antique stores such as Country Lane Antiques, a vintage store that’s been running for over 25 years. No matter what you’re in the mood for, there’s something for everyone.
Wineries
Featuring an abundance of wineries, there’s no limit to the flavours you can experience. Among the most popular are Krause Berry Farms (which also doubles as a bakery and berry picking farm), Fort Winery, which produces over 11 different wines, and Chaberton Winery, which has a french bistro connected to it for the ultimate wine and dine experience.
‘Old’ Langley
Also known as the heart of Langley, this part of the town has a certain charm about it. Offering over 500 shops and restaurants, if you really want to catch the old-town feel, head on over. Downtown Langley is also where a lot of events are held, such as the Arts Alive Festival on August 20th, which is a chance for local artists to show off their work, and the Fork and Finger Foodie event, which is happening on August 27th and celebrates the restaurants that are a part of Downtown Langley.
via Julian Schungel
Art Galleries
A utopia to art enthusiasts, Langley currently has seven art galleries, varying in location from downtown all the way to Fort Langley. Among those are the Fort Gallery, located in a beautiful historic building formerly known as the ‘Coronation Block’. It holds workshops and events that support local artists, whether that be through expression of music or paint.