Introducing our annual Halloween HQ brought to you by Little Spooks and Friendly Ghosts at VanDusen Botanical Garden.

This is go-to list of all the spooky, family-friendly fun around town during October! Feel free to bookmark it and check back often – we’ll be updating it throughout the month as we track down even more spooktacular fun! You’ll find haunted houses, trains, and other ongoing events, pumpkin carving, crafts, and other one-off activities. Halloween skates, Halloween swims, carnivals and parties, trick-or-treating and other big day events. Looking for pumpkin patches around the Lower Mainland? We’ve got them all here! Looking for new listings? Keep an eye out for the pumpkin…

Little Spooks and Friendly Ghosts at VanDusen Botanical Garden Saturday, October 29th, 5 pm – 7 pm, VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver Kids under nine are invited to this just-spooktacular-enough Little Spooks & Friendly Ghosts event brought to life by Public Dreams. Your little ones can play giant Jenga with seven foot tall pieces of lightweight packing foam, learn to juggle, partake of crafts in the Glasshouse, enjoy Public Dreams’ amazing stilt characters and more. Be sure to get your tickets in advance at the Garden Shop or on the day at the Garden Entrance. The event goes on no matter what the weather and special pricing is in effect – $7.50/adult and $5.25 for kids from 3 – 18 or $16 for a family of four and children must be accompanied by an adult.And feel free to come in costume: www.vandusengarden.org

haunted houses, trains, and other ongoing events

Vancouver:

The Stanley Park Ghost Halloween Train
Friday, October 7th – Monday, October 31st, Sunday – Thursday (6 pm – 10 pm), and Fridays & Saturdays (6 pm – 11 pm), Stanley Park Train and Barnyard, Vancouver
The always-popular Stanley Park Ghost Train is back this year, and the theme is Circus of Disaster.  Come and see what the team at Mortal Coil has dreamed up this year.  The train is fully covered and protected from the weather, so don’t let fall rains hold you back.  There will also be face painting, a haunted maze, pumpkin carving, and more.  The Stanley Park Ecology Society will also be holding their Creatures of the Night nature walks.  Tickets for the train are available at Ticketmaster: www. vancouver.ca

Dunbar Haunted House
Friday, October 14th – Monday Oct 31st, 7 pm – 10 pm, 8934 Shaughnessy Street, Vancouver
After six years, the Dunbar Haunted House has a new home.   This volunteer run haunted house raises funds for three important lower mainland charities.  Admission is by donation, with a mandatory minimum after 7 pm ($10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under.)  Not recommended for very young children, as this haunted house can be scary: www.dunbarhauntedhouse.com

Farther Afield:

Spooky Street Train & Carousel
Tuesday, October 4th – Monday, October 31st, Mall House, Lansdown Mall, 5300 Number 3 Road, Richmond
Kids can ride the Scarousel, swing on the Psycho Swing, or ride the Ghost Train along the Street of Screams.  Rides operate during regular mall hours, and are $3.50 each (multi ride discount cards are available.)  If your little ones are under age 3, one adult can ride along with them for free.  Don’t worry, these rides are only mildly scary, and shouldn’t cause bad dreams: lansdowne-centre.com

Treacherous Tea
Friday, October 7th – Sunday, October 30th, Little White House & Company, 9090 Glover Road, Fort Langley
You are creepily invited to a Treacherous Tea every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October. Dress up as a black widow or lady in white and you could win a mystery prize: www.fortlangley.com

Kids Halloween Festival
Saturday, October 8th – Monday October 31th, 10 am – 5 pm, Bear Creek Park, 13750 88th Avenue, Surrey
Your tots can ride the Bear Creek train through the forest filled with Halloween displays, as well as make crafts, play games, and choose a pumpkin to bring home:  www.bctrains.com

The Pirate Train
Monday, October 10th – Tuesday, November 1st, mall hours, Brentwood Centre Mall
Your little pirates can ride the Brentwood Buccaneer and see the ghost ship Bone Rattler. Don’t worry, it’s not scary: www.brentwoodtowncentre.com

Once Upon A Pumpkin
Friday, October 14th – Monday, October 31st, 9 am – 5 pm, Richmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster Highway, Richmond
This daily walk explores Halloween and its origins in nature: www.richmondnatureparksociety.ca

Potters House of Horrors
Friday, October 14th – Monday, October 31st, 6 pm – 10 pm, Potters, 12530 72 Avenue, Surrey
With almost 9000 square feet of professional displays, this labyrinth-like house of horrors will give you a good dose of creepy crawly scariness by the time the night is out.  And good news for our often rainy fall: the line up and graveyard are in the rain, but the rest of the attraction is under cover: www.pottershouseofhorrors.com

Haunted Forest Scream Train
Friday, October 14th – Monday, October 31st, 6:30 pm – 10 pm, Bear Creek Park, 13750 88th Avenue, Surrey
The Bear Creek train ride turns scary in the evenings this October.  Designed for older kids or younger kids who can handle a start, you’ll be screaming and laughing the whole way through: www.bctrains.com

Vickie’s Haunted House
Saturday, October 15th – Monday, October 31st, 6:30 pm -9 pm, 443 Draycott Street, Coquitlam
Known as the best haunted house in Coquitlam, this haunted house runs by donation to support Variety.  Bring bottles and coins to donate to the cause.  Family friendly, and wheelchair accessible: www.variety.bc.ca

Ghost Ridge Haunted House
Friday October 21st – Saturday October 22nd, and Thursday October 27th – Saturday October 30th, 6 pm – 9 pm, Albion Fairgrounds, 23500 – 105th Avenue, Maple Ridge
Ghost House is rumoured to be quite scary, but on Saturdays, they run a family-friendly viewing with all the lights turned on and no actors jumping out of hidden spaces.  They’ll be wrapping up their October 30th presentation with fireworks at 7 pm:  www.ghostridge.org

SuperChefs Of The Universe Presents A Happy Healthy Halloween
Sunday, October 23rd – Monday, October 31st, 4 pm – 9 pm (Monday – Friday), Noon – 6 pm (Saturday and Sunday), Central City, 2153 Central City, 10153 King George Boulevard, Surrey
Celebrate Halloween in a completely different way with the SuperChefs of the Universe.  They will battle the evil Onion Ring Gang in a silly haunted house complete with activity stations for the kids: www.centralcity.ca

Kin’s Farm Market Pumpkin Patch
Tuesday, October 25th – Monday, October 31st, Mall Hours, Willowbrook Mall, 19705 Fraser Highway, Langley
Kin’s Farm Market at Willowbrook Mall has set up a photo opportunity for you and your family.  Bring your own camera and kids in costumes, and snap some Halloween photos: www.willowbrookmall.com

Haunted Hall
Wednesday, October 26th – Monday, October 31st, 1 pm – 8 pm (except Saturday which is 1 pm – 6 pm), The Metro, 759 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster
The Metro Hall is being transformed into 8,000 square feet of cob-webby Halloween fun.  There will be loads of decorations, spooky sounds, free hot chocolate and treats for kids, and tours of the spooky Haunted Hall: www.hauntedhall.ca

Burnaby Village Museum Haunted Village – Halloween Hysteria!
Friday, October 28th – Sunday, October 30th, 6 pm -9 pm, Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Kids can show off their costumes while exploring the haunted village.  There will be a Vampire Ball, Voodoo Café, Circus Sideshow, and of course, the carousel: www.burnabyvillagemuseum.ca

Family Fright At The Fort
Saturday, October 29th – Sunday, October 30th, 10 am – 6 pm, Fort Langley National Historic Site, 23433 Mavis Avenue, Fort Langley
Pumpkin carving, cookie decorating, face painting, trick-or-treating, and so much more await your family at the Fort this Halloween. And while you’re there, don’t miss Beaver Tales Theatre’s production ‘Justine Beaver’s Halloween Adventure’. Show times are 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, and 5 pm: www.pc.gc.ca

Halloween At The Greater Vancouver Zoo
Saturday, October 29th – Sunday, October 30th, 11 am – 3:30 pm, Greater Vancouver Zoo, 5048 – 264th Street, Aldergrove
Animals will trick or treat at the Greater Vancouver Zoo and you get to watch! After, visit the haunted Animalasium: www.gvzoo.com

Kilby Kids Halloween Party
Saturday, October 29th – Sunday, October 30th, 11 am – 4 pm, Kilby Historic Site, 215 Kilby Road, Harrison Mills
Come for some Harry Potter inspired Halloween fun. Enter via gate 9 3/4, play some Quidditch, attend potion classes, and more: www.kilby.ca

Haunted Cannery Tours
Saturday, October 29th – Sunday, October 30th, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, 4:30  pm & 5:30 pm, Gulf of Georgia Cannery, 12138 Fourth Avenue, Richmond
Ghosts will lead you on this spooky tour of the history of fishing in B.C.:  www.gulfofgeorgiacannery.com

Halloween In the Heights: Halloween Trains In The Dark
Saturday, October 29th – Sunday, October 30th, 6 pm – 9 pm, Confederation Park, Burnaby
Come for a spooky train ride at Confederation Park’s Burnaby Central Railway: www.tourismburnaby.com

pumpkin carving, crafts, and other one-off activities

Vancouver:

Mask Making Workshops
Thursday, October 20th, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm & Saturday, October 22, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Killarney Community Centre, 6260 Killarney Street, Vancouver
Just in time for Halloween, come and make a mask just for you. Designed by you, it will be a perfect fit and comfortable to wear: www.vancouver.ca

Pumpkin Carving At The Roundhouse
Saturday, October 22nd, Noon – 3 pm, Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver
You provide the creativity and they provide the pumpkin, some carving tools, and spooky music to get you in the mood.  Pre-registration and adult supervision required:  www.roundhouse.ca

Pumpkin Carving Workshop
Thursday, October 27th, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm, VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver
Kids under age 9 can come carve a pumpkin that will be left to decorate for the Little Spooks event on October 29th. Pumpkins can be taken home after the Little Spooks event. Adult supervision required, please pre-register: www.vandusengarden.org

Halloween Parent & Tot Gym
Friday, October 28th, 11 am – 1:15 pm, Hastings Community Park, 3096 East Hastings Street, Vancouver
There will be Halloween themed games and crafts at the Parent & Tot gym today:  www.vancouver.ca

Halloween Pumpkin Carving
Friday, October 28th, 3:30 pm – 5 pm, or 5:30 pm – 7 pm, Kerrisdale Community Centre, 5851 West Boulevard, Vancouver
Join other families for a wild night of pumpkin carving craziness.  Each family will be provided with two pumpkins and some carving utensils, and refreshments will be served.  Come on time, as there will be a brief demonstration at the beginning of the program: www.vancouver.ca

Halloween Drive-In
Friday, October 28th & Saturday October 29th, gates open: 4 pm, movie starts: 7 pm, 200 West 1st Street, Vancouver
The Drive-In is coming to Vancouver, in the form of a four-story high inflatable screen.  Catch one (or both!) of two Halloween classics, Gremlins and Beetlejuice.  Cars need to pre-buy tickets at $20 a car.  Pedestrians and cyclists are free and can set up chairs in front of the cars.  There will be no drugs or alcohol (cars will be inspected on entry) and no idling in cars allowed, so dress warmly and bring blankets.  Proceeds go to Cinema4Change: www.halloweendrivein.ca

Pumpkin Carving Family Fun
Friday, October 28th, 5 pm – 6:30 pm, Sunset Community Centre, 6810 Main Street, Vancouver
You’ll get a pumpkin, tools, and easy step-by-step carving directions at this fun family-carving event. Light refreshments provided. Cost: $3 per person, pre-registration required: www.mysunset.net

Halloween Haunted Fo’csle
Saturday October 29th – Sunday October 30th, 10 am – 5 pm., Vancouver Maritime Museum, 1905 Ogden Avenue, Vancouver
Kids age 10 and under who come to the Maritime Museum in costume this Saturday get in free with a paid adult.  Visit the haunted ghost ship, do some spooky pirate activities, and make some fun crafts.  And of course, there will be treats for kids of all ages: cfapp.vancouver.ca

Halloween Howl
Saturday, October 29th, 3 pm – 3:45 pm, Children’s Library, 350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver
Kids aged 5 – 8 will love these Halloween themed stories, puppets, and crafts: www.vpl.ca

Family Pumpkin Carving Night
Saturday, October 29th, 3:30 pm – 6 pm, Killarney Community Centre, 6260 Killarney Street, Vancouver
Turn ordinary pumpkins into shining works of art!  Each family will be given two pumpkins to bring to life.  Some carving utensils will be provided, as will tasty hot cocoa:  www.vancouver.ca

Halloween Hisssteria
Sunday, October 30th, Noon – 4 pm, Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Road, North Vancouver
Come and learn all about hissing reptiles:  www.dnv.org

Carved Pumpkin Contest & Movie Night
Sunday, October 30th, 2 pm, River District Centre, 8683 Kerr Street, Vancouver
Anyone can enter this pumpkin carving contest for a chance at spooktacular prizes. Come in costume, and stay for the 4 pm showing of a mystery movie. There will be a photo book and lots of treats to enjoy. Please RSVP to Syoung@parklane.com: www.riverdistrict.ca

Farther Afield:

Explore Like Dora: Boo Zoo
Friday, October 21st, 11 am – Noon, or 1 pm – 2 pm, Surrey Museum, 17710-56A Avenue, Surrey
Bring your little ones and together, create a mini Halloween Zoo.  As you craft, you’ll learn about Halloween’s creepy but cute animals.  Requires pre-registration at 604-592-6956: www.surrey.ca

Halloween Games & Toys
Saturday, October 22nd, 10 am – Noon, Surrey Museum, 17710-56A Avenue, Surrey
You’ll create Halloween games and toys at this crafty event.  Requires pre-registration at 604-592-6956: www.surrey.ca

Critter Capers- Case Of The Monster From The Marsh
Saturday October 22nd, 1 pm – 4 pm, Burnaby Lake Nature House, 519 Piper Avenue, Burnaby
There are mysterious things happening at Burnaby Lake – could there be a monster? Bring your sleuthing skills to discover the truth. If you solve the mystery before 4 pm, you’ll receive a mysterious reward: www.metrovancouver.org

Wild Things
Saturday, October 22nd, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Richmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster Highway, Richmond
There’ll be a trail of jack-o-lanterns in the park, so follow along and learn about the creatures that add a bit of creepiness to Halloween.  This is a free event, but adult supervision is required:  www.richmond.ca

Pumpkin Carving – Children
Wednesday, October 26th, 4 pm – 6 pm, Steveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton Street, Richmond
Your kids can decorate the perfect pumpkin. Adult supervision required: www.richmond.ca

Creepy Cooking & Crafts
Thursday, October 27th, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm, Alexandra Neighbourhood House, 2916 McBride Avenue, Crescent Beach
Kids aged 6-12 can come for crafts, activities, ghostly games, and frightening food. Event cost is $12, but no one is turned away due to inability to pay. Pre-registration required at 604-535-0015: www.campalex.com

Halloween Howl
Thursday, October 27th, 7 pm – 9 pm, CG Brown Pool, 3702 Kensington Avenue, Burnaby
Come get your boo on with a haunted house, games, candy, and prizes.  Bring your swimsuit for a dip in the pool.  An adult must accompany kids under age 7: www.city.burnaby.bc.ca

Halloween Fun
Friday, October 28th, 3:30 pm, New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Avenue, New Westminster
Ghostly stories and a Halloween craft await kids ages 4 – 10 at this free event: www.newwestpcr.ca

Halloween Haunted Mansion And Spook Fest
Friday, October 28th, 5 pm -8 pm, Eileen Dailly Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre, 240 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
It’s family swim night with a twist!  There will be a haunted mansion and other fun activities.  Costumes are encouraged: www.city.burnaby.bc.ca

Bonsor’s Big Boo!
Friday, October 28th, 6 pm -8:30 pm, Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Avenue, Burnaby
Come in costume for this night of family fun.  There will be a haunted house, crafts and games, treats, and a costume contest. Only $1 per person: www.city.burnaby.bc.ca

Haunted House Tours
Friday, October 28th, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, McKee Heritage House, 4705 Arthur Drive, Delta
Students from South Delta Secondary School are working with staff from Parks, Recreation and Culture to turn McKee Heritage House into a haunted house this Halloween.  Come see the Madame McKee’s Wax Museum for some chilling fun: www.corp.delta.bc.ca

Mini Pumpkin Decorating
Saturday, October 29th, 10 am – 4 pm, Willowbrook Mall, 19705 Fraser Highway, Langley
Kids can pick up a mini pumpkin (courtesy of Kin’s Farm Market) and decorate it without carving.  Come early, because this event runs while supplies last: www.willowbrookmall.com

SFU Science Spooktacular
Saturday, October 29th, Noon – 3:30 pm, SFU Burnaby Campus
Come for an afternoon of spooky science at the University.  You can catch the Phantom Physics and Cryptic Chemistry show, see some creepy creatures and play with some hands-on ghoulish science experiments.  Best suited for grades K – 6: www.physics.sfu.ca

Halloween Hoopla
Saturday, October 29th, 12:30 pm – 3 pm, Bill Copeland Sports Centre, 3676 Kensington Avenue, BurnabyThere will be ghostly games on and off the ice, as well as crafts and face painting.  Come and show off your costumes: www.city.burnaby.bc.ca

A Boo Bear Halloween
Saturday, October 29th, 1 pm – 2 pm, Clearbrook Library, 32320 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford
Kids aged 2 – 6 can dress themselves up and their favourite stuffed animal, and head to the library for prizes and snacks.  There will be goodies for all: www.abbotsford.ca

Witchy Fun
Saturday, October 29th, 1:30 pm – 3 pm, Historic Stewart Farm, 13723 Crescent Road, Surrey
Wear your costume, learn how to use your broomstick, sample a witch’s brew, and decorate some witchy treats. Requires pre-registration at 604-592-6956: www.surrey.ca

Weaving Webs, Spinning Spiders
Saturday, October 29th, 3 – 4 pm, Surrey Museum, 17710-56A Avenue, Surrey
You can weave and spin spooky things, like Halloween creatures or a spider web glove.  Requires pre-registration at 604-592-6956: www.surrey.ca

Thrill The World
You can be part of a record setting zombie dance and pay tribute to Michael Jackson in this worldwide simultaneous ‘Thriller’ dance.  Hit up one of these local community centres where you’ll be given lessons and makeup to help with the big performance.

• Saturday, October 29th, 3 pm lessons, 7 pm dance, Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Drive, West Vancouver
• Saturday, October 29th, 7 pm, David Lam Park, Vancouver

Cosmic Boo’ling And Food Drive
Saturday, October 29th, 5 pm – 9 pm, The Zone Bowling, 14200 Entertainment Boulevard, Richmond
Kids age 5+ are invited for some cosmic bowling to Halloween music.  The room gets foggy and the pins and balls glow.  All kids (even those who don’t bowl) will receive a treat.  Bring a non-perishable food item to help the Richmond Food Bank and receive a gift. Big River Brew Pub will match the weight in donations: www.richmond.ca

Outdoors Movie And Flashlight Pumpkin Hunt
Saturday, October29th, 6:30 pm, Rondriso Farms, 8390 172 Street, Surrey
Head out to Rondriso Farms for an outdoor flashlight double bill.  Up first is The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown, followed by Thriller.  The movie night is free, and there will be hayrides available at normal rates.  You can visit the farm animals while there, and food will be available for purchase from BlueSmoke BBQ:  www.tourismsurrey.com

Mr. I’s Slightly Spooky Songs And Stories
Sunday, October 30th, 2 pm – 3 pm, Place des Arts, 1120 Brunette Avenue, Coquitlam
Popular local children’s entertainer Mr. I will enchant little ones and their parents at this Halloween event.  Come in costume if you wish, and be prepared: Mr. I is known to involve the audience in his performances: www.placedesarts.ca

Halloween Spooktacular
Sunday, October 30th, 2 pm – 5pm, Sungod Recreation Centre, 7815 112 Street, Delta
Like the sound of a pumpkin gut tossing contest?  Then head to Sungod Recreation Centre this Sunday.  You’ll also find cotton candy, jellybean guess, pumpkin carving, and a costume contest.  After the contest is judged, change into your swimsuits for some fun in the pool: www.corp.delta.bc.ca

Halloween skates

Rinks around the Lower Mainland are offering special Halloween skating, and some are free!  We’ve checked out all the rinks, and here’s what we found:

• South Delta Recreation Centre Wednesday, October 26th, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
• Killarney Community Centre Thursday, October 27th, 6:15 pm – 7:45 pm
• West End Community Centre Saturday, October 29th, 11:45 am-1:00 pm, *kids free, adults $2, skate rental extra*
• Moody Park Arena Saturday, October 29th, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
• Ladner Leisure Centre Saturday, October 29th 7 pm – 8:15 pm family skate, 8:30 pm – 9:45 pm everyone welcome
• Port Moody Recreation Complex Sunday, October 30th, 1 pm – 4:15 pm
• Britannia Community Centre Sunday, October 30th, 1:45 pm – 3:15 pm *free*
• Sungod Recreation Centre Sunday, October 30th,2 pm – 4 pm
• Kerrisdale Cyclone Taylor Arena Sunday, October 30th, 3:45 pm -5:30 pm *free*
• Sunset Community Centre Sunday, October 30th, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
• Centennial Arena Sunday, October 30th, 2:30 pm -4 pm *free for kids in costume

Halloween swims

Here’s a list of swimming pools in the Lower Mainland offering Halloween swim times:

• Killarney Community Centre Saturday, October 29th, 6 pm – 8 pm
• Kensington Community Centre Saturday, October 29th, 2 pm -4 pm
• Ladner Leisure Centre Friday, October 28th, 7 pm – 9 pm, & Saturday, October 29th 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
• Winskill Aquatic & Fitness Centre Saturday, October 29th, 2 pm – 4 pm

 

carnivals and parties

Vancouver:

Pumpkin Fest
Saturday, October 15th – Sunday, October 16th, see site for schedule and locations, West Vancouver
With activities ranging from golfing, to a family dance, to a pumpkin patch, to a pie baking contest, Pumpkin Fest really does have something for everyone.  Celebrate the beginning of fall in style:  www.wvcommunitycentressociety.ca

Haunting Halloween Cookie Decorating
Friday, October 21st, 3:30 pm-5 pm, Kerrisdale Community Centre
Older kids can celebrate Halloween by making some spook-takular cookies.  There will be many different shapes of cookies to decorate.  Please bring a container to transport your masterpieces home:  www.vancouver.ca

A Family Halloween Happening
Friday, October 21st, 4 pm – 6:30 pm, Dunbar Heights United Church, 3525 West 24th Ave, Vancouver
Come to the Dunbar Heights Church for an evening of Halloween inspired crafts, foods, and trick-or-treating. Cost: $5 for kids aged 2 -15, and $10 per family.

Pumpkin Patch In The City
Saturday, Oct 22nd, 10 am – 4 pm, Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House, 2131 Renfrew Street, Vancouver
Don’t have a car to drive to the farm pumpkin patches? Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House is bringing the pumpkin patch to you! In its 11th year, this annual event includes carnival games, bouncy castles, face painting, a haunted house, and much more: www.froghollow.bc.ca

Pumpkin Patch Fun
Saturday, October 22nd, Noon – 4 pm, Cypress Park Primary School, 4355 Marine Drive, West Vancouver
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of face painting, bouncy castles, pony rides, and more. This event will run rain or shine, and is $20 for the whole family: www. go45.sd45.bc.ca

Backyard Pumpkin Patch At The River District Centre
Saturday, October 22nd, 1 pm -3:30 pm, River District Centre, 8683 Kerr Street, Vancouver
The River District Centre is turning their backyard into a one-day pumpkin patch. Pick up your pumpkin for only $3, and stay for pumpkin carving, crafts, face painting, and more: www.riverdistrict.ca

Little Goblins Halloween Party
Thursday, October 27, 10:30 am – 1 pm, Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Drive, West Vancouver
Bring your kids in costume to bounce in a bouncy castle, participate in Halloween games and crafts, and more.  Adults must accompany their children: www.westvancouver.ca

Howl-O-Ween Spectacular
Friday, October 28th, 10 am – Noon, Sunset Community Centre, 6810 Main Street, Vancouver
Show off your tot in costume at this special play gym.  There will be all the usual play gym toys, plus a bouncy castle, face painting, arts and crafts, and fun.  This event is for children ages 6 months – 3 years, supervised by an adult: www.mysunset.net

Haunted House
Friday, October 28th, 6 pm – 8 pm, Hastings Community Park, 3096 East Hastings Street, Vancouver
Come get your spook on at this haunted house.  House is designed for ages 6 – 12, and the spook-o-meter will be adjusted according to the age of participants:  www.vancouver.ca

Hillcrest’s Haunted Houses
Friday, October 28th, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Hillcrest Community Centre, 4575 Clancy Loranger Way, Vancouver
Hillcrest will have a kid-friendly haunted house set up, designed to be fun for everyone.  This event is free: www.hillcrestcentre.ca

Halloween Howl
Saturday, October 29th, 10 am – Noon, West End Community Centre, 870 Denman Street, Vancouver
Wear your costumes and head down to the West End Community Centre for ghoulish fun.  You’ll find Halloween crafts, spooky games, a mini haunted house, a bouncy castle, and more: www.vancouver.ca

Halloween Howl
Saturday, October 29th, 10 am – Noon, False Creek Community Centre, 1318 Cartwright Street, Vancouver
At this popular event, kids can participate in Halloween themed games and crafts, and they get to take home a treat bag and pumpkin.  Pre-registration required: www.vancouver.ca

Halloween Howlers
Saturday, October 29th, 10:30 am – Noon, Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre, 990 West 59th Avenue, Vancouver
Come in costume and bring your Halloween spirit for this morning of face painting, games, and cookie decorating.  Parent participation and pre-registration is required, this event is for children ages 1 – 6:  www.marpoleoakridge.org

Halloween Howl Spook Fest
Saturday October 29th, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Kitsilano Community Centre 2690 Larch Street, Vancouver
Bring the whole family to party with other ghosts, goblins, princess and superheroes at this fun community event.  There will be games, crafts, face painting, treats and more.  There will also be a haunted house presented by the Kitsilano Secondary Drama Department: cfapp.vancouver.ca

Halloween at Oppenheimer Park
Saturday, October 29th, 11 am – 2 pm for kids, 2 pm – 4 pm, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Oppenheimer Park, 488 Powell, Vancouver
Bring the whole family for a day of crafts, treats, food, and Halloween decorations at the park.  Live Rock N Roll starts at 4 pm.  Everyone is welcome at this free community event: www.heartofthecityfestival.com

Halloween Baker’s Market
Saturday, October 29th, 11 am – 3 pm, Moberly Arts & Cultural Centre, 7646 Prince Albert Street, Vancouver
In case you needed another yummy reason to visit the Baker’s Market, they will be giving little marshmallow pumpkins and ghosts to all tots who arrive in costume: www.bakersmarket.com

Halloween Carnival
Saturday, October 29th, Noon – 2 pm, Kensington Community Centre, 5175 Dumfries Street, Vancouver
Kennsington Community Centre invites you to their annual Halloween Carnival: www.vancouver.ca

City Square Halloween Hunt
Saturday, October 29th, Noon -3 pm, Centre Food Court, City Square, 555 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver
There’s a hunt going on at City Square, and you could win great prizes!  There will also be face painting, magic shows, and trick-or-treating: www.mycitysquare.com

Whole Foods Halloween
Saturday, October 29th, Noon -3 pm, Whole Foods Cambie, 510 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver
Bring the kids by the Cambie location of Whole Foods Market, where they can decorate a pumpkin, and grab a treat before heading to the other Cambie Street fun: wholefoodsmarket.com

Halloween Hunt
Saturday, October 29th, Noon – 3 pm, Cambie Village (Cambie street south of the bridge), Vancouver
Pick up your hunt guides at west 8th or west 18th (at Cambie), and then spend your afternoon following clues and having fun along the way. There will be pumpkin decorating, crafts, face painting, airbrushed tattoos, and much more. Do you also like to dress your dog up for Halloween? There is a doggie costume contest so the family pooch can join in the fun as well: www.cambievillage.com

Children’s Halloween Party
Saturday, October 29th, 12:30 pm – 3 pm, Renfrew Park Community Centre, East 22nd Avenue and Renfrew Street, Vancouver
Kids aged 2-10 can come for games, crafts, face painting, and trick-or-treating.  Tickets will sell out, so register early: www.vancouver.ca

Halloween Howl
Saturday, October 29th, 1 pm – 2:30 pm, Champlain Heights Community Centre, 3350 Maquinna Drive, Vancouver
Come for ghoulish fun for the whole family!  There will be crafts, games, and spooky surprises.  Appropriate for children aged 3 – 8, this event requires pre-registration:  www.vancouver.ca

Halloween Carnival
Saturday, October 29th, 1 pm – 3 pm, Kerrisdale Community Centre
The kids can show off their costumes at this annual Halloween event.  There will be bouncy equipment, Halloween games, and crafts.  Appropriate for children aged 2 – 10 with an accompanying adult, this event requires pre-registration: www.vancouver.ca

Aberthau Haunted Mansion And Carnival
Saturday, October 29th, 1 pm – 4 pm, West Point Grey Community Centre, 4397 West 2nd Avenue, Vancouver
Two events in one day, for one price! In the gym, find a Halloween Carnival with games, crafts, and face-painting.  In the mansion, find ghosts and ghouls.  Haunted Mansion is appropriate for children over age 9, and all children require parent supervision: www.westpointgrey.org

Parade Of Lost Souls: Secret Souls Walk
Saturday, October 29th, 5 pm – 9 pm, at a secret location to be announced on October 29th, keep your eyes on their website
The parade of lost souls marks the Day of the Dead, a celebration to honour the dead and chase away bad luck.  This torch-lit parade will wind its way through streets and alleys of a neighborhood near you: www.publicdreams.org

Halloween Party
Saturday, October 29th, 6 pm – 8 pm kids’ party, 8 pm – 2 am dance party, Hungarian Cultural Centre, 728 Kingsway, Vancouver
Two parties in one, the Hungarian Cultural Society is hosting children’s games and activities from 6 pm – 8pm, followed by an all ages dance party from 8 pm – 2 am.  There will be games and prizes, and food and beverages will be available.  And of course, wear your costume: www.facebook.com

4th Annual Family Halloween Dance
Saturday, October 29th, 6:30 pm – 9 pm, Strathcona Community Centre, 601 Keefer Street, Vancouver
Strathcona Community Centre is hosting their annual family dance, including cookie decorating, face painting, and perhaps a mystery musical guest.  The event is free, but donations will be gratefully accepted and will be applied to the SCC Food Security Programs.

Gleneagles Halloween Party
Saturday, October 29th, 6:30 pm – 11 pm, Gleneagles Community Centre, 6262 Marine Drive, West Vancouver
Bring the kids for a fun evening of tricks, treats, and games while you enjoy an adult party at the Gleneagles Clubhouse. Old and young can come in costume for games and prizes. Kid’s party is $15 per person; adult bash is $34 per person: www.westvancouver.ca

Halloweenie
Sunday, October 30th, 11 am – 3:30 pm, Kids Market, Granville Island, Vancouver
Bring the kids to trick-or-treat through all the Kids Market stores, and don’t forget to visit Rainbow the Dragon.  There is a free hotdog for every child in costume: www.kidsmarket.ca

Halloween Carnival
Sunday, October 30th, 3 pm – 5 pm, Killarney Community Centre, 6260 Killarney Street, Vancouver
There will be bats and other spook-tacular creatures at this Halloween carnival.  Not to mention a bouncy castle, a haunted house, face painting, games, crafts, and so much more: www.vancouver.ca

Space Centre Celebrates Halloween
Sunday, October 30th, 10 am – 5 pm, H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver
Kids in costume get in free when accompanied by a paid adult (to a maximum of four kids per adult), and there will be Halloween treats for all.  At noon, there will be a screening of Wall-E, free with admission: www.spacecentre.ca

4Cats Arts Studio Halloween Party
There are Halloween celebrations happening at almost every 4Cats location in the lower mainland.  Some have costume contests, all have treats, some require pre-registration, some are drop-in, and all are sure to be fun.  Here’s a link to each location so you can read all the details:

• Friday, October 28th, 6 pm – 8 pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Kitsilano, 3730 West 10th Avenue at Alma, Vancouver
• Friday, October 28th, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Edgemont Village, 1-3120 Highland Boulevard, North Vancouver
• Friday, October 28th, 4 pm – 6 pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Queensbury, 640 Queensbury Avenue, North Vancouver
• Friday, October 28th, 5pm – 7pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Capitol Hill, 4676 Hastings Street, Capitol Hill
• Friday, October 28th, 3 pm – 6 pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Commercial Drive, 1650 East 12th Avenue, Vancouver
• Friday, October 28th, 4 pm – 6 pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Yaletown, 427 Pacific Street, Vancouver
• Saturday, October 29th, 4pm – 6pm, 4Cats Arts Studio South Burnaby, 7790 Royal Oak Avenue, Burnaby
• Saturday, October 29th, 3 pm – 5 pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Dunbar, 4293 Dunbar Street, Vancouver
• Saturday, October 29th, 3 pm – 5 pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Steveston, 110 – 12031 First Avenue, Richmond
• Saturday, October 29th, 5:30 pm – 7:3 0pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Port Moody, 2619 St. Johns Street, Port Moody
• Saturday, October 29th, 6 pm – 7 pm,  4Cats Arts Studio Kerrisdale, 2059 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver
• Sunday, October 30th, 10 am – 2pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Deep Cove, 409 Dollarton Hwy, Deep Cove, North Vancouver
• Sunday, October 30th, 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm (Ages 2-7) and 3 pm – 5 pm (Ages 8-15), 4Cats Arts Studio White Rock, 1195 Johnston Road, White Rock
• Sunday, October 30th, 2 pm – 4 pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Abbotsford, 101 – 33255 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford
• Sunday, October 30th, 4 pm – 6pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Richmond, 160 – 8040 Garden City, Richmond
• Monday, October 31st, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm, 4Cats Arts Studio Main Street, 4529 Main Street, Vancouver
• Monday, October 31st, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm, 4Cats Arts Studio South Surrey, 40 – 3388 Rosemary Heights Crescent, Surrey

 

Farther Afield:

Steveston Scarecrow Hayday
Saturday, October 15th, 1 pm – 3pm, Steveston Village, Richmond
There are no details on the site yet about what this event involves, but from the photos they show of last year, it sure looks fun!  We’ll keep you updated:  www.exploresteveston.com

Pumpkin Festival
Saturday, October 22nd, 11 am – 4 pm, East/West Beach, 14970 Marine Drive, White Rock
How does free hay rides and farm fun sound?  Better yet, pair it with pumpkin carving and live entertainment: www.allscenes.com

Halloween In The Heights: Pumpkin Patch
Saturday, October 22nd, Noon – 2 pm, Burnaby Heights Fountain Square, Burnaby
Bring a non-perishable food donation and trade if for the perfect pumpkin. Kids can enjoy hot chocolate and treats, and bring a new or gently used waterproof hooded winter jackets for the Rotary Coats for Kids campaign: www.tourismburnaby.com

Halloween Howl Family Fun Night
Saturday, October 22nd, 1 pm – 6 pm, Hyde Creek Recreation Centre, 1379 Laurier Avenue, Coquitlam
Come in costume for a full day of games and fun. Take a swim at the Spooky Splash (1 pm – 3 pm), play some carnival games (3 pm – 5 pm), enjoy the tasty chocolate extravaganza (3 pm – 6 pm), or check out the haunted house (3 pm – 6 pm). You can come for one event, or come for them all: www.portcoquitlam.ca

Haunted Farm
Saturday, October 22nd, 7 pm – 8:30 pm, Historic Stewart Farm, 13723 Crescent Road, Surrey
Ghosts have taken over the farmhouse!  Come in costume for a guided tour.  Requires pre-registration at 604-592-6956: www.surrey.ca

Family Fright Fest
Thursday, October 27th, 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm, McKee Heritage House, 4705 Arthur Drive, Delta
Delta is kicking off Halloween early this year with this free family event at McKee house and surrounding facilities.  They will be closing 47th Avenue entirely between Arthur Drive and 51st Street to be sure everyone is safe.  There will be live music, hayrides, popcorn, a haunted house, a visit from Delta’s Fire House, and more.  A $5 meal package will be available: www.corp.delta.bc.ca

It’s A Halloween Party!
Friday, October 28th, 9 am – 11:30 am, Queen‛s Park Arena, Queen’s Park (Access via 1st Street & 3rd Avenue), New Westminster
The Motoring Munchkins drop-in program invites kids ages 1 – 6, dressed in costume, to visit for some Halloween fun.  There will be tricks and treats, and a spooktacular photo opp: www.newwestpcr.ca

Halloween Tricks And Treats
Friday, October 28th, 11 am – Noon, or 1 pm – 2 pm, Surrey Museum, 17710-56A Avenue, Surrey
Party in style at this safe, family friendly Halloween party.  There will be crafts, dancing, and pumpkin decorating. Requires pre-registration at 604-592-6956: www.surrey.ca

Halloween Howl – Preschool Event
Friday, October 28th, Noon – 1:30 pm, Recreation Complex, 300 Ioco Road, Port Moody
Despite details not being up on their site yet, we’re sure it will be a fun event: www.portmoody.ca

Halloween Party
Friday, October 28th, Noon – 1:30 pm, Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Avenue, Richmond
Your preschooler will enjoy a Halloween themed lunch and games. Adults must stay with children, but price includes lunch for preschooler only. Ages 1 – 6: www.richmond.ca

Haunted Carousel Carnival
Saturday, October 29th, 10 am -1 pm, Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel, 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Designed for younger children, this carnival is Halloween Hysteria minus the fright factor.  Young children can play carnival games and have unlimited rides on the carousel: www.burnaby.ca

Pumpkin Power & Cloverdale Halloween Costume Parade At Surrey Museum
Saturday, October 29th, Noon – 2 pm, Surrey Museum, 17710 – 56A Avenue, Surrey
Come carve a jack-o-lantern, make some Halloween crafts, and have some tasty pie, all while watching the Halloween costume parade:  www.cloverdalebia.com

Heritage Halloween
October 29th, Noon – 4 pm, Mackin House, 1116 Brunette Ave, Coquitlam
Come see what Irish heritage Halloween decorations look like! While you are there, you can do some seasonal crafts and enjoy treats. Come in costume for even more fun: www.coquitlamheritage.ca

Halloween Open House
Saturday, October 29th, 1 pm, Gulf of Georgia Cannery, 12138 Fourth Avenue, Richmond
For younger kids who may be afraid of the Haunted Cannery Tours, this event is sure to entertain.  Tots can design a trick-or-treat bag, do Halloween crafts, and meet some of the ghosts that haunt the Cannery:  www. gulfofgeorgiacannery.com

Family Halloween Party
Saturday, October 29th, 1 pm – 3 pm, Heritage Hall Pitt Meadows, 12460 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows
Kids aged 0-12 can come in costume to enjoy Halloween games and fun. Pre-registration is required: www.mapleridge.ca

Halloween Eeky Shrieky
Saturday, October 29th, 1 pm – 3 pm, Cambie Community Centre, 12800 Cambie Road, Richmond
Your little one will head outside to choose a pumpkin to turn into their very own jack-o-lantern, and have the chance to make a scary mask. Dress for outdoor weather and crafty mess: www.richmond.ca

Trick-or-treating In Steveston Village
Saturday, October 29th, 1 pm- 3 pm, Steveston Village, Richmond
Look out, because the streets of Steveston are swarmed with cuteness during this daytime trick-or-treating event.  Kids in costume can visit participating businesses in the village for a treat: www.exploresteveston.com

Spooktacular Scurry
Saturday, October 29th, 3 pm – 8 pm, Fernridge Hall, 2389 200 Street, Langley
This Halloween event is a Fun Run and so much more. Bring your cars (arrive at 3:45 pm) to decorate your trunk and hand out candy, carve pumpkins, participate in colouring contests and carving contests, and stay for a family movie. Come dressed up, as there will be prizes for best costumes: www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=244532888898571

Halloween In The Forest
Sunday, October 30th, 10 am – 2 pm, Surrey Nature Centre, 14255 – 96 Avenue, Surrey
Halloween crafts can be eco-friendly, and the Surrey Nature Centre will show you how!  While there, have some Halloween treats, meet the Forest Fairy, and pick a pumpkin from the patch.  Great for small children, this is a drop-in event that runs rain or shine.  Cost is $5 per family: www.surrey.ca

All Treats, No Tricks
Sunday October 30th, Noon -3 pm, 810 Quayside Drive, New Westminster
The River Market is celebrating Halloween and the grand opening of four new merchants. There will be live entertainment, crafts, and pumpkin carving. Your kids can show off their costumes and trade for treats at select merchants: www.rivermarket.ca

A Spooktacular Halloween!
Sunday, October 30th, 1 pm – 4 pm, Haney House, 11612 224th Street, Maple Ridge
Come see the Haney House Museum all decorated for Halloween. You will be guided through a tour by costumed guides, and there will be warm drinks and treats: www.mapleridgemuseum.blogspot.com

Halloween in the Heights: Spooky Boogey
Sunday, October 30th, 1 pm – 4 pm, Dance Addicts Studio, 4622 Hastings Street, Burnaby
Your kids and teens (aged 7-18) will be dressed up to look like skeletons, and together they will all dance to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.” Participation is by donation to BC Childrens’ Hospital: www.tourismburnaby.com

The Royal Pumpkin Ball
Sunday, October 30th, 1pm – 5 pm, Red Robinson Show Theatre, 2080 United Boulevard, Coquitlam
The Red Robinson Show Theatre is being transformed into a fairytale costume ball for kids.  There will be live music, including the Marnie and the Music with Marnie Band, clowns, stilt walking, face painting, games and dancing, and much more.  Tickets available through ticketmaster, and some of the proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Red Cross: www.blvdcasino.com

Aberdeen Centre Halloween Spooktacular
Sunday, October 30th, 1 pm – 7 pm, Aberdeen Centre Central Atrium, 4400 Hazelbridge Way, Richmond
They’ve got something Halloween-y planned at Aberdeen Centre, but they haven’t given any details yet!  We’re just as curious as you, so we’ll watch the site and keep you posted:  www.aberdeencentre.com

trick-or-treating and other big day events

Vancouver:

Halloween Hunt In The Village
Monday, October 31st, 10:30 am – 11:30, Creekside Community Recreation Centre, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver
Kids up to age 7 can go on a scavenger hunt through the village, and when they’re done, they’ll receive a treat.  Afterwards, everyone can play in the Family Play Gym.  Pre-registration and adult supervision required: www.vancouver.ca

Halloween At The Market – Lonsdale Quay
Monday, October 31st, Noon & 3pm, Lonsdale Quay, 123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver
The merchants at Lonsdale Quay are hoping to see lots of costumed kids this Halloween.  In this dry, warm, and safe environment, kids can trick-or-treat, decorate pumpkins, get their faces painted, and so much more.  There will also be a costume contest: www.lonsdalequay.com

Halloween Carnival
Monday, October 31st, 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm, Roundhouse, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver
Put on your costume and come enjoy some Halloween fun.  There will be games, crafts, and you can explore ‘Creepy Hollow’: www.roundhouse.ca

Halloween Carnival
Monday, October 31st, 3 pm – 6 pm, Thunderbird Community Centre, 2311 Cassia Street, Vancouver
Crafts, costumes, games, and more await you at this Halloween carnival.  There is even a Haunted House if you dare!  This is a free event, but an adult must accompany children under age 8: www.vancouver.ca

Trick-or-Treat Through Yaletown
Monday, October 31st, 3:30 pm-5:30 pm, Yaletown, Vancouver
For the 10th year running, the Roundhouse Community Centre is pairing up with the Yaletown BIA to host a trick-or-treating route through Yaletown.  Afterwards, come back to the Roundhouse for a Halloween Carnival.  Pick up your route map on Saturday, October 31st: www.roundhouse.ca

The Great Marpole Trick-or-Treat
Monday, October 31st, 4 pm – 5 pm, Marpole (South Granville), Vancouver
The Marpole community is once again hosting trick-or-treating this Halloween.  Look for the orange pumpkin decals, because those businesses have a treat for kids in costume: www.marpoleonline.com

Farther Afield:

City Of Richmond Celebrates Halloween
Monday, October 31st, 7 pm – 9 pm, Minoru Park, Richmond
Don’t miss this incredible evening featuring fire dancers, a magic show, a live DJ, and arts and crafts, all culminating with 15 minutes of fireworks: www.richmond.ca

Richmond will also have fireworks shows at the following parks:

• Cambie Community Centre – King George Park 7:45 pm -8:30pm
• Hamilton Community Centre – McLean Park 8:15 pm – 8:30pm
• South Arm Community Centre 7:30 pm -9:00pm
• West Richmond Community Centre – Hugh Boyd Park 7:45 pm -8:45pm

Halloween House At The Trethewey House
Monday, October 31st, 3 pm – 5 pm & 6 pm – 9 pm, 2313 Ware Street, Abbotsford
Tretheway House will be transformed into a mysterious mansion filled with things that go bump in the night.  The early tours (3 pm – 5 pm) are less scary and designed for younger children, but be prepared, because the later tours (6 pm – 9 pm) could scare your socks off:  www.msamuseum.ca

Mad Scientists, Monsters, And Creatures Of The Night
Monday, October 31st, 3 pm – 5 pm, Valley Fair Mall, 22709 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge
Valley Fair Mall invites you to be their guest at a graveyard wedding, so be sure to dress in costume.  This fun-filled night will include treats and slimy fun while supplies last:  www.valleyfairmall.net

Halloween In The Heights: Treats And Fireworks
Monday, October 31st, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm (trick-or-treat), 7 pm fireworks, Hastings Street from Boundary to Gamma, Burnaby
Start your Halloween off by visiting stores in the Heights for a little trick-or-treating, and finish the evening off with fireworks at Gilmore Community School: www.tourismburnaby.com