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Unplug & Play Week | January 24 to 31, 2026

January 24 to 31, 2026
Disconnect with screens - connect with each other!

The District of Sicamous invites families to take part in Unplug & Play Week - a fun, screen-free week focused on connection, movement and making memories together. All families are invited to complete five activities and submit photos will be entered to win a family prize!

The Challenge
Complete any five activities from the list below. Take photos of your family participating. Email the photos to recreation@sicamous.ca for a chance to win a family prize!

Activities to Choose From

  • Skating. Hit the ice at the Sicamous & District Recreation Centre! Public skating is available on January 25 (Sunday), January 26 (Monday), January 28 (Wednesday) and January 29 (Thursday). View the Ice Availability Calendar!
  • Baking. Show us your yummy homemade treats!
  • Family Game Night. Pull out the board games or deck of cards. Can you make up a family card game?
  • Family Hike. How many eagles can you spot? Get outside and explore together!
  • Family Craft Time. We'd love to see your creative masterpieces!
  • Reading Together. Choose your favourite from home or head to the library and check out a new story.
  • Family Fitness Challenge. Enjoy movement together!

The Okanagan Regional Library - Sicamous Branch will offer a variety of games and crafts throughout Unplug & Play Week. View their hours!

Unplug & Play is having a drawing and colouring contest. Print out the forms here and email them to admin@projectliteracy.ca by February 6 to enter!