If your kids (or maybe even you) have ever been mesmerized by big machines, cranes, bulldozers, or diggers — then you’re in for a treat. This year, Dozer Day Vancouver comes to town, and it’s not your usual “look but don’t touch” kind of event. It’s your chance to actually operate real construction equipment (safely, with supervision), experience what it feels like to drive big machines, and get behind the scenes of how things are built.
Mark your calendars: October 4 & 5, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, down at the Clark County Event Center. If you’ve been hunting for a weekend activity that’s fun and educational, this one kind of nails both. Imagine kids’ eyes lighting up when they get to sit in the cab of a machine, push a lever, or see earth move before their eyes.
Dozer Day is an interactive, hands-on experience, meaning you’re not just watching; you’re part of the action. Under expert supervision, attendees get to handle heavy equipment — safely, of course — and take part in other construction-themed activities. There are also educational displays, career booths, and opportunities to talk with people in the industry. For families, it’s a mini-road trip into how our cities, roads, and buildings are made. For students, it’s a peek into future job paths — maybe as operators, engineers, mechanics, or safety experts.
The event is also about connection. Local sponsors and construction firms use Dozer Day to show how their work supports communities — from building roads and infrastructure to shaping neighborhoods. It’s a stage to highlight the importance of safety, sustainability, and the craftsmanship behind the scenes. And the event supports local charities and community partners, which adds a heart to the heavy machinery.
If you go, come ready to make memories. Bring a camera, wear comfortable shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dusty (just in case), and maybe pack snacks — though food trucks or vendors might be there. Bring your adventurous side. Help your kids imagine what it would be like to control such powerful tools — even for a few moments.
Dozer Day Vancouver is a rare chance to put your family in the driver’s seat (figuratively and literally) of construction. Whether you’re curious about machines, want a fun and different weekend outing, or want to spark a child’s interest in a hands-on trade, this event delivers. So, gather up the family, talk your kids into it, and get ready for a day of dirt, motion, awe, and construction magic.
See you at Dozer Day. Be ready to roll up your sleeves — and maybe press some buttons.
Dan Baltag
dbaltag@my.bcit.ca