Neighbourhood House Week
What is Neighbourhood House Week?
Neighbourhood House Week (NHW) is an annual celebration in British Columbia, occurring within the first two weeks in May, that recognizes the vital role of neighbourhood houses in fostering inclusive and connected communities.
Neighbourhood House Week 2026
May 3rd – 9th
Welcome to Our Community.
Welcome to Your Neighbourhood House.
Neighbourhood House Week takes place May 3–9, and it’s a time to celebrate these connections and open our doors a little wider. We invite community members, neighbours, and local businesses alike to drop by, say hello, and get to know their local neighbourhood house.
See below for how each individual neighbourhood house is celebrating NHW this year!
Events at our Neighbourhood Houses
Alex House Open Door Day
Come drop in with Alex House at our Crescent Beach location to learn about our programs, facilities, and contribute to our growing community!
When:
Wed, May 6, 2026
10:00 – 2:00
4:00 – 5:30
Details coming soon.
Downtown Eastside NH Open Doors: Celebrating Neighbourhood House Week
All week long, our doors will be wide open to neighbours, friends, and visitors near and far! Join us for a vibrant, participatory Community Wall Mural, where everyone is invited to leave their mark and share what makes our neighbourhood special.
We’ll be asking:
- What do you like about your Neighbourhood House?
- What makes you a good neighbour?
- What do you love most about your neighbourhood?
These reflections will be gathered and shared back with our neighbours as a collective celebration of belonging and community voice.
When:
May 4–8 (all week)
Grab a Treat on Us
Take a 15‑Minute Coffee Break at Frog Hollow — grab a cup, say hello, and enjoy a moment of connection.
When:
Tues, May 5 or Thurs, May 7
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Gordon House NHW Open House
Join us at Gordon House for a drop‑in celebration of Neighbourhood House Week! Community members, partners, and local businesses are warmly invited to stop by, connect with staff, explore the space, and learn more about our work. Gordon House staff will be on hand to welcome you and provide tours and information!
When:
Fri, May 8
10 AM – 12 PM
Coffee & Community Prize Draw
Stop by Kits House for coffee or tea, share what you love about neighbourhood houses, and add your name to our prize draw!
When:
May 4–8 (all week)
Celebrate NHW with us in all our regular programs!
Marpole Art Show Gala
When:
Sat, May 23
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Cake and Tea Party
Celebrate NHW with us by kicking off of MPNH’s 50th anniversary celebrations with a cake and tea party!
When:
Fri, May 8
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Celebration Lunch with staff
Join us for a staff celebration, with coffee available all week and a stroll through our history via archival photos showcased around the building.
When:
Wed, May 6
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Northwest Coast Art Class & Drum Raffle Winner Announcement
When:
Fri, May 29
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Neighbourhood House Day
Each year, Neighbourhood House Week is celebrated in different ways — sometimes through one large, shared event, and other times through a series of smaller gatherings across participating houses, with both ANHBC and independent neighbourhood houses coming together in celebration. When we all come together for one big event, we call this Neighbourhood House Day!
