2026 Bonus Sneak Peek

Please take note that the following walks are not taking part the same weekend as Vancouver Jane's Walk Festival.

We have posted them here as courtesy in honouring Jane's Walks in neighbouring areas.

Walnut Grove Walk

Sat. April 24th @ 9:30am

Route Overview

This walk begins at Alex Hope Elementary School and heads through the adjacent park, then follows the greenway south to Walnut Grove town centre. From there the route continues along Walnut Grove Drive, past James Kennedy Elementary, and loops back up to Alex Hope.

Walk Highlights

Alex Hope Elementary — Starting point and return destination

Park & Greenway — Connected green corridors linking residential areas

Walnut Grove Town Centre — The commercial heart of the neighbourhood

Walnut Grove Drive — A main corridor through the community

James Kennedy Elementary — School placement and neighbourhood design

FreeFamily-FriendlyNo Registration~5.9 km~1.5 hrsEasy / Flat

Walk Leader: James Hansen

James is a long-time Walnut Grove resident with unique insights into the evolution of the neighbourhood. As a passionate urbanist and community leader, James will guide you through this area, highlighting its unique characteristics and sharing stories that bring the neighbourhood to life.

Follow the route on your phone. Open the route on Komoot to get turn-by-turn navigation during the walk.

FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO: https://strongtownslangley.org/events/janeswalk

Whilloughby Walk

Sun. Apr. 25 @ 9:30am

Route Overview

This walk starts at Jamieson Park (76B Ave and 206 Street) near the Parry-Evans Trail, heads north to the northernmost point of Willoughby, then loops back south through the Parry Evans Trail, returning to where we started. The route forms a box around the neighbourhood, giving a comprehensive look at one of Langley's fastest-growing communities.

Walk Highlights

206 Street — Creek integrated with roadway forming a green corridor

Willoughby Town Centre — Starting point and mixed-use hub

Parry Evans Trail — Green corridor through Willoughby

Neighbourhood Loop — Housing diversity and growth patterns

FreeFamily-FriendlyNo Registration~6.4 km~1.5 hrsEasy / Flat

Mostly paved paths and sidewalks · Leisurely pace with frequent stops

Walk Leader: Michael Pratt

Michael is a sitting Township of Langley Councillor who completed his Masters of Urban Studies with a thesis on Willoughby, "The Best Laid Plans: Walkability and the Pedestrian Realm in the Willoughby Town Centre." His deep knowledge of this rapidly developing area makes him the perfect guide, sharing insights on growth management, community design, and the balance between density and livability.

Follow the route on your phone. Open the route on Komoot to get turn-by-turn navigation during the walk.

FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO: https://strongtownslangley.org/events/janeswalk

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