Youth Week 2026

National Youth Week is May 1 - 7 and we're celebrating youth and their active participation in the community. To show our appreciation, we've planned a number of fun and entertaining activities.

Ready to explore, solve, and photograph your way across Paradise?
Grab your friends and register for Pass Through Paradise, a high-energy Youth Week adventure built for teamwork, creativity, and fun!
This self-paced challenge invites youth ages 10–14 to form a team of 3 or more and explore the town. With your official team passport in hand, you’ll visit fun locations, crack simple clues, complete missions, and capture every moment along the way.
Here’s how it works:
• Pick your team and register
• Receive your passport on May 2nd with clues and challenges
• Visit as many of the locations as you can
• Complete missions and take photos at each stop
• Submit your photos to recreation@paradise.ca by 4:00 P.M. on May 7, 2026
Registration opens: April 24, at 9:00 A.M.
Register here: Town Recreation Portal
Questions or accessibility requests? recreation@paradise.ca
All teams that submit their completed challenges will be entered into a draw for prizes! Let’s get out, explore, and make this Youth Week one to remember!

Youth Neon Nerf Battle (Youth Week)
Fast-paced 5-minute rounds, obstacles, cover zones, and team challenges will keep everyone moving.
All equipment is provided. Just bring a water bottle and wear your brightest NEON gear.

Date: Saturday, May 2
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex Gymnasium
Admission: $5
Ages: 7-14 years old
Registration: Registration opens to Paradise residents on April 24 To register, visit the Town’s Recreation Portal.

Get ready for an action-packed day of gaming fun in partnership with Sandbox Gaming!
Date: Sunday May 3, 2026. 
Time: 2:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex Youth Centre
Admission: $5 entry (pay at the door)
Ages: 18 and under (Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian) 
What to expect? 
  • Video game tournaments (Mario Kart, SMASH, Mario Party Jamboree & Suika)
  • Ticket to Ride Tournament
  • Prizes for tournament winners
  • Board games & demos
  • Free play gaming (Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4 VR & retro games)
  • Miniature painting sessions (limited spots 12 per session, first come first served)
  • Snacks available for purchase
Whether you're competitive or just playing for fun, there’s something for everyone!

Celebrate Youth Week in style! Get ready to glide, groove, and light up the rink! Paradise is bringing the ultimate youth skate party to the Paradise Double Ice Complex with a live DJ, multicoloured LED lighting, and nonstop fun on the ice.
Lace-up your skates and join your friends and family on the ice! This high-energy event transforms the rink into a glowing, music-filled experience where you can skate with friends, feel the beat, and enjoy a night that’s anything but ordinary. All skaters must wear a CSA approved helmet when on the ice surface.

Date: Sunday, May 3
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex, Ice Rink 
Admission: $3
Ages: Ages: 6–18 (Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)
Registration Date: April 24, 9:00 a.m. 
Registration: Towns Recreation Portal

Back by popular demand! Ball Hockey Olympic Faceoff returns after being a hit during Snow and Ice.
Join us for a fun and energetic youth ball hockey session that starts with skill-building drills led by our Recreation team, followed by an organized game with 2-minute shifts so everyone gets in on the action.
Wear your favourite jersey — Team Canada or any team you love. We’ll kick things off with the Canadian National Anthem to set the tone!
Event Schedule:
  • 5:30 p.m. – Participant Check-In
  • 5:35 p.m. – Safety Briefing, Instructions & National Anthem
  • 5:40 p.m. – Ball Hockey Drills
  • 6:00 p.m. – Game Time
Safety Reminder:
Participants must bring their own hockey stick, helmet, gloves, and running shoes. Additional protective gear (shin pads, elbow pads, etc.) is recommended for extra safety.

Date: Tuesday, May 5
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. 
Location: Paradise Double Ice Complex - Gymnasium
Admission: $5
Ages: 10-14
Registration: Registration opens on April 24 at 9:00 a.m. To register, visit the Town’s Recreation Portal.

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