The Lower Mainland’s 2024 October calendar features events in Metro Vancouver including festivals, Thanksgiving, Autumn, Oktoberfest and Halloween activities.

JANUARY – FEBRUARY – MARCH – APRIL

MAY – JUNE – JULY – AUGUST – SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER – NOVEMBER – DECEMBER

Vancouver’s OCTOBER Calendar of Events

• Oct. 14, 2024 – Thanksgiving Monday (Stat Holiday)
• Oct. 31, 2024 – Halloween

Below is what’s happening on the different days of the month including festivals, shows, Haunted Houses, Pumpkin Patches, Farmers Markets and other special events.

(Note: Schedules are subject to change. See official event websites for the most up-to-date details.)

Week of October 1st to 6th

Oct. 1-6 | Oct. 7-13 | Oct. 14-20 | Oct. 21-27 | Oct. 28-31

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

• Vancouver International Film Festival – a series of films at various theatres and streamed online.
• WildPlay Anti-Gravity Day Camp – a one-day camp at the adventure park in Maple Ridge for youth ages 7 to 14.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• Bike to Work Week – a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.

Featured Attractions

• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Halloween & Autumn Activities

• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Delta, Langley, Maple Ridge, Richmond, Surrey and Vancouver.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities including mazes to get lost in include ones in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

• Vancouver International Film Festival – a series of films at various theatres and streamed online.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Downtown Farmers Market – a market in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Bike to Work Week – a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work.

Featured Attractions

• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Shipyard Pals – guided, theatrical walking tours take place at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Hosted by MONOVA, the tours are by donation.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Autumn and Halloween Events

• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Delta, Langley, Maple Ridge, Richmond, Surrey and Vancouver.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities including mazes to get lost in include ones in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.

Thursday, October 3, 2024

• Vancouver International Film Festival – a series of films at various theatres and streamed online.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Bike to Work Week – a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• Metro Theatre – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre.
• New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster.
• False Creek Farmers Market – at Concord Community Park in Vancouver.

Featured Attractions

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park Tour.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Autumn and Halloween Events

• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.

Friday, October 4, 2024

• Vancouver International Film Festival – a series of films at various theatres and streamed online.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Metro Theatre – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre.
• Bike to Work Week – a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work.

Halloween Events & Attractions

• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist! (TBC)
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack. (TBC)
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.
• Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Vancouver Art Gallery – admission is by donation today because it’s the first Friday of the month.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Bill Reid Gallery – free admission at the Indigenous art gallery from 2 until 5 pm (because it’s the first Friday of the month).
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.

Saturday, October 5, 2024

• Vancouver International Film Festival – a series of films at various theatres and streamed online.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• Bike to Work Week – a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work.
• Metro Theatre – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• The Big Social – a fundraising event with wine, beer and spirits tastings as well as food, games and live music. Funds raised benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Langley.
• Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
• Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.

Halloween Events

• Fright Nights at the PNE – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack. (TBC)
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist! (TBC)
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Autumn Activities

• Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, hay rides, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Dark Secrets of Stanley Park tours.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!

Sunday, October 6, 2024

• Family Day at PdA – a free event at Place des Arts in Coquitlam with art-related activities, exhibitions and more.
• Vancouver International Film Festival – a series of films at various theatres and streamed online.
• Run for the Cure – a running event that starts at Concord Community Park in Vancouver and raises money for cancer research.
• Bike to Work Week – a week where people are encouraged to ride their bicycles to and from work.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.

Sunday Markets

• Sunday Farmers Markets – at Ambleside, Chilliwack, Coquitlam, Kitsilano and White Rock. Today is also the final market of the season in Clayton Heights.
• Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.

Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, hay rides, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.

Halloween Events

• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack. (TBC)
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist! (TBC)
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Shipyard Pals – guided, theatrical walking tours take place at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Hosted by MONOVA, the tours are by donation.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History tours.
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Week of October 7th to 13th

Oct. 1-6 | Oct. 7-13 | Oct. 14-20 | Oct. 21-27 | Oct. 28-31

Monday, October 7, 2024

• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

Halloween Activities

• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist! (TBC)
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – outdoor adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.

Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.

In addition to the above, if the weather is good, Lower Mainland Parks are great places to explore.

Tuesday, October 8, 2024

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.

Halloween Activities

• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – solve a murder mystery on the streets of Gastown or take on a secret mission outdoors with your friends. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack. (TBC)
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist! (TBC)
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.

In addition to the above, if the weather is good, Lower Mainland Parks are great places to explore.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island from mid-October until early November.
• Downtown Farmers Market – a market in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Shipyard Pals – guided, theatrical walking tours take place at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Hosted by MONOVA, the tours are by donation.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Halloween Activities

• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist! (TBC)
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack. (TBC)
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.

Thursday, October 10, 2024

• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Lansdowne Mall in Richmond. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island from mid-October until early November.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster.

Halloween Activities

• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist! (TBC)
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack. (TBC)
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park Tour.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Friday, October 11, 2024

• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island from mid-October until early November.
• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Lansdowne Mall in Richmond. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Carnival of Animals Concert – the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra perform at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium with conductor Calvin Dyck.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.

Halloween Events

• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a super-scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist! (TBC)
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.

• Click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses for a list of other haunted attractions.
• For information about other Halloween activities (including miniature trains) click Lower Mainland Halloween Events.

Saturday, October 12, 2024

• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Lansdowne Mall in Richmond. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Fort Langley Cranberry Festival – a family-oriented event celebrating the cranberry harvest at Fort Langley.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.

Halloween Events

• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a super-scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Spooktacular Halloween – family-friendly Halloween-themed activities and things to see at the Britannia Mine Museum. (TBC)
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey. This evening features the regular scares, plus Horrors Jr., which is tamer, suitable for younger children, and happens in the afternoon.
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Vancouver Markets

• Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
• Vancouver Flea Market – from 9 am to 5 pm at 703 Terminal Avenue.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Dark Secrets of Stanley Park tours.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)

Sunday, October 13, 2024

• Thanksgiving Sunday
• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Lansdowne Mall in Richmond. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.

Sunday Markets

• Nikkei Farmers Market – a Japanese-themed market with artisan products, food and produce at Burnaby’s Nikkei Centre.
• Sunday Farmers Markets – at Ambleside, Chilliwack, Coquitlam, Kitsilano and White Rock.
• Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.

Halloween Events & Autumn Activities

• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a super-scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Spooktacular Halloween – family-friendly Halloween-themed activities and things to see at the Britannia Mine Museum. (TBC)
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey. This evening features the regular scares, plus Horrors Jr., which is tamer, suitable for younger children, and happens in the afternoon.
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Pumpkin Patches, Farms & Fall Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History tours.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Shipyard Pals – guided, theatrical walking tours take place at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Hosted by MONOVA, the tours are by donation.

Week of October 14th to 20th

Oct. 1-6 | Oct. 7-13 | Oct. 14-20 | Oct. 21-27 | Oct. 28-31

Monday, October 14, 2024

• Thanksgiving Monday – various activities take place this weekend. Click Thanksgiving Weekend for details.
• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Lansdowne Mall in Richmond. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Halloween Activities

• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

For a list of other haunted attractions click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Vancouver Halloween Events.

Tuesday, October 15, 2024

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).

Halloween Events

• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

For a list of other haunted attractions click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Vancouver Halloween Events.

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Downtown Farmers Market – a market in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Shipyard Pals – guided, theatrical walking tours take place at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Hosted by MONOVA, the tours are by donation.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Halloween Events

• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

For a list of other haunted attractions click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Vancouver Halloween Events.

Thursday, October 17, 2024

• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Coquitlam Centre. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Beaty Nocturnal – the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is open by donation from 5 to 8:30 pm.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster.

Halloween Events & Activities

• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. Today’s tour is a special youth edition. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

In addition to the above, if the weather is good, Lower Mainland Parks are great places to explore.

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park Tour.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.

Friday, October 18, 2024

• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Coquitlam Centre. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• pARTy@PdA: 5, 6, 7, SALSA! – a basic salsa dancing lesson for adults at Place des Arts in Coquitlam.
• Diwali in Coquitlam – an event celebrating the Hindu festival of lights at the Evergreen Cultural Centre.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Haunted Attractions & Activities

• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a super-scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!

For a list of other haunted attractions click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Vancouver Halloween Events.

Saturday, October 19, 2024

• Nightmare Before Christmas Market – a Halloween-themed artisan market featuring over 65 makers and artists at Vancouver’s Maritime Labour Centre.
• Vancouver Winter Extreme Ski & Board Swap – a giant ski swap event at the PNE Forum.
• Celebrate the Night – family-friendly activities and fireworks at Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge.
• UBC Apple Festival – a fundraising festival at the UBC Botanical Garden.
• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Coquitlam Centre. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Maple Ridge, Riley Park and Squamish.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.

Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Haunted Attractions & Activities

• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Spooktacular Halloween – family-friendly Halloween-themed activities and things to see at the Britannia Mine Museum. (TBC)
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey. This evening features the regular scares, plus Horrors Jr., which is tamer, suitable for younger children, and happens in the afternoon.
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Dark Secrets of Stanley Park tours.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)

For a list of other haunted attractions click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Vancouver Halloween Events.

Sunday, October 20, 2024

• Rubber Ducky Race – Try Events-hosted 5K, 7 Mile and Half Marathon running races around Burnaby Lake.
• Nightmare Before Christmas Market – a Halloween-themed artisan market featuring over 65 makers and artists at Vancouver’s Maritime Labour Centre.
• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Coquitlam Centre. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Vancouver Winter Extreme Ski & Board Swap – a giant ski swap event at the PNE Forum.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Diwali Downtown Surrey – an event celebrating the Hindu festival of lights at Surrey City Hall.
• UBC Apple Festival – a fundraising festival at the UBC Botanical Garden.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Shipyard Pals – guided, theatrical walking tours take place at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Hosted by MONOVA, the tours are by donation.

Sunday Markets

• Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – vendors selling fresh produce and handmade artisan products at Ambleside Beach in West Vancouver.
• Other Sunday Farmers Markets – at Coquitlam, Kitsilano and White Rock.
• Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.

Halloween Events & Activities

• Spooktacular Halloween – family-friendly Halloween-themed activities and things to see at the Britannia Mine Museum. (TBC)
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Canyon Frights at Capilano Bridge – family-friendly illuminations and Halloween displays at the world-famous attraction on Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey. This evening features the regular scares, plus Horrors Jr., which is tamer, suitable for younger children, and happens in the afternoon.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• For a list of other Halloween events, click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Vancouver Halloween Events.

Pumpkin Patches, Farms & Fall Activities

• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore. (Today is Sensory-Friendly Day at the museum.)
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History tours.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Week of October 21st to 27th

Oct. 1-6 | Oct. 7-13 | Oct. 14-20 | Oct. 21-27 | Oct. 28-31

Monday, October 21, 2024

• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Coquitlam Centre. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.

Halloween Events & Activities

• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Canyon Frights at Capilano Bridge – family-friendly illuminations and Halloween displays at the world-famous attraction on Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

For a list of other haunted attractions click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Vancouver Halloween Events.

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Coquitlam Centre. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Vancouver Fashion Week – the fall edition of the festival features fashion-themed events at David Lam Hall.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Halloween Activities

• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Canyon Frights at Capilano Bridge – family-friendly illuminations and Halloween displays at the world-famous attraction on Vancouver’s North Shore.

For a list of other haunted attractions click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Vancouver Halloween Events.

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Vancouver Fashion Week – the fall edition of the festival features fashion-themed events at David Lam Hall.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Downtown Farmers Market – a market in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Halloween Events

• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Canyon Frights at Capilano Bridge – family-friendly illuminations and Halloween displays at the world-famous attraction on Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• For a list of other Halloween events click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Vancouver Halloween Events.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Shipyard Pals – guided, theatrical walking tours take place at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Hosted by MONOVA, the tours are by donation.

For a list of other haunted attractions click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Lower Mainland Halloween Events.

Thursday, October 24, 2024

• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Coquitlam Centre. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Vancouver Fashion Week – the fall edition of the festival features fashion-themed events at David Lam Hall.
• New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster from 3 until 7 pm.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.

Halloween-themed Activities

• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. Today’s tour is a special youth edition. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Canyon Frights at Capilano Bridge – family-friendly illuminations and Halloween displays at the world-famous attraction on Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• For a list of other spooky attractions click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Lower Mainland Halloween Events.

Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park Tour.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Friday, October 25, 2024

• Pro-D Day for Schools
• WildPlay Anti-Gravity Day Camp – a one-day camp at the adventure park in Maple Ridge for youth ages 7 to 14.
• Halloween Weekend Activities – click HERE for a list of what’s happening this weekend including nightclub events and parties.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Vancouver Fashion Week – the fall edition of the festival features fashion-themed events at David Lam Hall.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze with a pumpkin patch and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley. (Note: All grandparents get free admission today.)

Shows & Theatre

• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Coquitlam Centre. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Haunted Attractions & Activities

• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Central Spark – fireworks and Halloween activities at Central Park in Burnaby.
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Barclay Manor – a haunted house in Vancouver’s West End. Admission costs just $4 per person. (TBC)
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Canyon Frights at Capilano Bridge – family-friendly illuminations and Halloween displays at the world-famous attraction on Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a super-scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Saturday, October 26, 2024

• Halloween Weekend Activities – click HERE for a list of what’s happening this weekend including nightclub events and parties.
• Vancouver Fashion Week – the fall edition of the festival features fashion-themed events at David Lam Hall.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Super Saturday at FRDC – the Fraser River Discovery Centre hosts a special event in New Westminster. The event is specially designed for families with children ages 6 and older, but everyone is welcome.
• Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Burnaby, Fort Langley, Maple Ridge, Riley Park and Squamish.

Shows & Theatre

• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Coquitlam Centre. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Die Fledermaus Opera – presented by Vancouver Opera, the opera by Johann Strauss II is at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets range from $25 to $280.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.

Halloween Events & Activities

• Barclay Manor – a haunted house in Vancouver’s West End. Admission costs just $4 per person. (TBC)
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Canyon Frights at Capilano Bridge – family-friendly illuminations and Halloween displays at the world-famous attraction on Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a super-scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Spooktacular Halloween – family-friendly Halloween-themed activities and things to see at the Britannia Mine Museum. (TBC)
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey. This evening features the regular scares, plus Horrors Jr., which is tamer, suitable for younger children, and happens in the afternoon.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.

Featured (Non-Halloween) Attractions and Activities

• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Dark Secrets of Stanley Park tours.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Sunday, October 27, 2024

• VAM Symphony Orchestra: Tchaikovsky & Rachmaninoff – the Vancouver Academy of Music Symphony Orchestra opens their season with a concert at the Orpheum Theatre.
• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Coquitlam Centre. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Diwali Downtown Vancouver – an event celebrating the Hindu festival of lights at the Roundhouse Community Centre in Yaletown.
• Rotary Chilliwack Book Sale – a fundraising event where you can get great deals on used books at Chilliwack Heritage Park.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Vancouver Fashion Week – the fall edition of the festival features fashion-themed events at David Lam Hall.

Halloween Events & Activities

• Mr. I’s Slightly Spooky Songs and Stories – a Halloween concert for little kids and their parents at Place des Arts in Coquitlam.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. There are three tours on offer today. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!)
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at Playland.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a super-scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey. This evening features the regular scares, plus Horrors Jr., which is tamer, suitable for younger children, and happens in the afternoon.
• Spooktacular Halloween – family-friendly Halloween-themed activities and things to see at the Britannia Mine Museum. (TBC)
• For information about other non-haunted house Halloween activities (including miniature trains) click Lower Mainland Halloween Events.

Pumpkin Patches, Farms & Fall Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.

Sunday Markets

• Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – vendors selling fresh produce and handmade artisan products at Ambleside Beach in West Vancouver.
• Nikkei Farmers Market – a Japanese-themed market with artisan products, food and produce at Burnaby’s Nikkei Centre.
• Other Sunday Farmers Markets – at Coquitlam, Kitsilano and White Rock.
• Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.
• Cloverdale Flea Market – a massive market at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.

Other Activities

• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore. (Today features Día De Los Muertos in the Create & Connect Series.)
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver, Hidden History & Sweet Treats, and Really Gay History tours.
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)

Week of October 28th to 31st

Oct. 1-6 | Oct. 7-13 | Oct. 14-20 | Oct. 21-27 | Oct. 28-31

Monday, October 28, 2024

• Silent Movie Monday with Vancouver Civic Theatres – the film The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari shows at the Orpheum Theatre.
• Circo Osorio Circus – a Las Vegas-based circus with shows in a giant big top at Coquitlam Centre. (TIP: Buy your Tickets online and you can get one free child’s ticket per paying adult.)
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Rotary Chilliwack Book Sale – a fundraising event where you can get great deals on used books at Chilliwack Heritage Park.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Halloween Events & Activities

• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Tuesday, October 29, 2024

• Latin American Heritage Month – various events take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Rotary Chilliwack Book Sale – a fundraising event where you can get great deals on used books at Chilliwack Heritage Park.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.)
• The Improv Centre – live comedy at The Improv Centre on Granville Island.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Halloween Activities

• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• For information about other non-haunted house Halloween activities (including miniature trains) click Lower Mainland Halloween Events.

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

• Big Halloween Run – a Halloween-themed running event hosted by the Big Fun Run Series at Olympic Village.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Downtown Farmers Market – a market in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Rotary Chilliwack Book Sale – a fundraising event where you can get great deals on used books at Chilliwack Heritage Park.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Halloween Events

• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Canyon Frights at Capilano Bridge – family-friendly illuminations and Halloween displays at the world-famous attraction on Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• For a list of other Halloween events click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Vancouver Halloween Events.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Forbidden Vancouver Tour.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Vancouver Mysteries – play a game where you solve a murder mystery, take on a secret mission, or be a superhero with your friends. (Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.

For a list of other haunted attractions click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Lower Mainland Halloween Events.

Thursday, October 31, 2024 (Halloween)

• Halloween Night – trick or treating and other fun activities take place all across the Lower Mainland.
• Die Fledermaus Opera – presented by Vancouver Opera, the opera by Johann Strauss II is at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Tickets range from $25 to $280.
• New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster from 3 until 7 pm.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island between mid-October and early November.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Rotary Chilliwack Book Sale – a fundraising event where you can get great deals on used books at Chilliwack Heritage Park.

Halloween-themed Activities

• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost and superhero adventure games in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Fright Nights – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Canyon Frights at Capilano Bridge – family-friendly illuminations and Halloween displays at the world-famous attraction on Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses and mazes in Surrey.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• For a list of other spooky attractions click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Lower Mainland Halloween Events.

Autumn Activities

• Petey’s Pumpkin Patch – pumpkins, train rides, a petting zoo and other family-friendly activities in the Fraser Valley.
• Maan Farms Fall Activities – a pumpkin patch and other fun family-friendly activities at Maan Farms during the day.
• Other Pumpkin Patches – farms to have fun at and pick up a pumpkin throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Other Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – the family-friendly museum at Vanier Park is a great place to visit rain or shine. Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games with 3 or more people.
• Fort Langley – the national historic site in Fort Langley is a great place to explore (and children ages 17 and under get in for free).
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park Tour.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Zero Latency – a virtual reality games centre where you can battle zombies, aliens and other creatures in Vancouver and Langley. (TIP: Save 10% when you book your game with the promo code VBP2024.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is half an hour north of Horseshoe Bay on the way to Squamish and Whistler).

• For a list of other Halloween events click Lower Mainland Haunted Houses or Vancouver Halloween Events.

Other Events in October 2024

Other events that may or may not also take place in October 2024 include the following:

Sports Events & Sports-Related Events

• Vancouver Whitecaps – soccer games at BC Place Stadium.
• Vancouver Canucks Hockey – NHL hockey games at Rogers Arena.
• BC Lions Football – Canadian professional football at BC Place Stadium.
• Vancouver Giants Hockey – WHL hockey at the Langley Events Centre.
• Granville Island Turkey Trot – a 1.1 km Kids’ Run and 10 km Thanksgiving run and walk. (October 14, 2024)
• Hallow’s Eve Trail Race – 10K, half and full marathon rough-terrain trail races in North Vancouver. (October 26, 2024)
• WildPlay Anti-Gravity Day Camp – a day camp for kids at the ropes course adventure park in Maple Ridge. (October 1 & 25, 2024)

Food and Drink Events

• Brewhalla Chilliwack – an event featuring craft beer and live music in the Fraser Valley. (October 5, 2024)
• Cloverfest – an Oktoberfest event at Shannon Hall at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey. (TBC)
• Taste of Yaletown – special menu offerings at participating restaurants in Vancouver’s Yaletown. (TBC)
• Oktoberfest Vancouver – an Oktoberfest evening at the Vancouver Alpen Club. (Not happening in 2024.)

Shows & Entertainment 

• Vancouver Opera – Die Fledermaus shows at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. (October 26 to November 3, 2024)
• Roedde Jazz Evenings in the Parlour – live music on a Thursday evening at the Roedde House Museum in Vancouver’s West End (not far from Robson Street). (TBC)
• Chutzpah Festival – the Vancouver Jewish Performing Arts Festival at the Norman Rothstein Theatre. (Usually from late October until mid to late-November.)
• Thrill the World Surrey – a zombie dance event inspired by Michael Jackson’s hit video Thriller. (TBC)
• Vancouver Horror Show – the horror movie film festival takes place at the Scotiabank Theatre in downtown Vancouver. (TBC)
• Vancouver International Improv Festival – theatre-sports-style performances at Granville Island theatres. (October 1 to 6, 2024)

Lower Mainland Haunted Houses

• Anmore Manor – a haunted residential home in the Tri-Cities community of Anmore. Admission is by donation. (TBC)
• Belmont Haunted House – a haunted attraction at a residential home near Edgemont Village. Admission is by donation with proceeds benefiting Ronald McDonald House. (TBC)
• Dovercourt Crypt – a free haunted house in North Vancouver’s Lynn Valley. (TBC)
• Mission Nightmare Haunted House – a popular community-run Halloween attraction in Mission with proceeds benefiting a local charity. (TBC)
• Art Immortal – an interactive AI walk-thru Halloween attraction at the Beaumont Studios in Vancouver. (TBC)
• Dead Fellows Haunted Brewhouse – a haunted house takes place at Strange Fellows Brewhouse on Clark Drive in Vancouver. (TBC)
• Terror at Tanglebank – a new haunted forest experience at Tanglebank Estate in Abbotsford. (September 20 to October 30, 2024)

Other Halloween-Related Events

• Pumpkins After Dark – Jack-o-lanterns and light displays at Central Park and Swangard Stadium in Burnaby. (October 3 to 31, 2024)
• Bear Creek Halloween Trains – child-friendly Halloween Pumpkin Express miniature train rides as well as Haunted Forest Scream Train trips for youth and adults in Surrey. (TBC)
• Grave Tales – spine-chilling walking tours at night in Fort Langley. (These are really popular and almost always sell out, so book your spot as soon as you can!) (TBC)
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. Expect to see pretty lights, spooky scenes and live actors. (TBC)
• The Haunted Seas – child-friendly Halloween activities at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery in Steveston Village. (TBC)
• Haunted Village – family-friendly Halloween activities at Burnaby Village. (TBC)
• Haunted Farm Family Day – scavenger hunts and other free activities at Stewart Heritage Farm in Surrey. (TBC)
• Night for All Souls – free Halloween-type activities in the evening at Mountain View Cemetery. (TBC)
• Halloween at WildPlay – if you wear a costume to do the ropes courses and ziplining you can do the Jump of Fear for free. (Some conditions apply.) (TBC)
• Harrison Pumpkin Festival – a fun new pumpkin patch-style event in Agassiz (near Harrison Hot Springs). (TBC)
• Harvest Days – an autumn-themed event at VanDusen Botanical Garden with live music and family-friendly activities. (TBC)
• BOO-seum Halloween Party at MOS – family-friendly activities take place at the Museum of Surrey. Admission is free! (TBC)
• Maritime BOO-Seum – Halloween decorations and a drop-in scavenger hunt at the Vancouver Maritime Museum. Costumes are encouraged! (TBC)
• Halloween Expo – a market with entertainment and Halloween activities at Robson Square. (Cancelled for 2024.)
• Vancouver Halloween Parade – a fun and not too spooky parade in downtown Vancouver. (Cancelled for 2024.)

Markets & Consumer Trade Shows

• Vancouver Fall Home Show – at the Vancouver Convention Centre. (October 24 to 27, 2024)
• West Coast Women’s Show – a trade show at Tradex in Abbotsford and BC Place Stadium in Vancouver. (October 18 to 20, 2024)
• Vancouver Comic & Toy Show – a comic book, art and collectible toys trade show-style event at the PNE Forum. (October 26 & 27, 2024)
• Fraser Valley Wedding Festival – a bridal fair and wedding show full of vendors and wedding professionals in Abbotsford. (October 27, 2024.)
• Made in the 604 Pop-Up Artisan Market – a market featuring local artists and artisan vendors at Heritage Hall on Main Street in Vancouver. (TBC)
• Highlands Flea Market – a gigantic annual flea market at Highlands United Church at 3255 Edgemont Boulevard in North Vancouver. (TBC)
• Vancouver Health Show – a health and wellness event at the Vancouver Convention Centre. (Not happening in the fall of 2024.)

Other October Events

• Richmond Night Market – at 8351 River Road in Richmond. (Until October 14 in 2024.)
• New Westminster Culture Crawl – a weekend when artists open their studios to the public in New Westminster. (October 4 to 6, 2024)
• White Rock Arts Festival Cultural Crawl – a showcasing of local art and artists in White Rock. (October 5 & 6, 2024)
• Variety Week Wrap Party – free activities and live music at Sunset Beach. Funds raised benefit Variety the Children’s Charity. (TBC)
• Diwali Fusion Boat Party – an Indian-themed party boat departs from False Creek for a 3-hour night of dancing, Bollywood and Bhangra music, and Diwali festival celebrations. (TBC)
• Family Favourites Movies – a kid-friendly film shows at select Cineplex theatres for just $2.99 on Saturday mornings. (TBC)
• DTES Heart of the City Festival – community events featuring film, theatre, music, panel discussions, cultural sharing and workshops. (TBC)
• Ioco Festival – a small community event with food trucks and family-friendly activities in Port Moody. (TBC)
• Ubuntu Hope Giving Gala – a fundraising event for an organization that helps people in the developing world. (TBC)

Events Hosted by Attractions

• River Basin Days – the Fraser River Discovery Centre hosts a special off-site event on a Saturday in October. (TBC)
• Roedde House – admission to the historic museum in Vancouver’s West End during regular hours is usually by donation the last Friday of the month. (TBC)
• Museum of Vancouver – admission is by donation on the first Sunday of the month.

Things to Do in Vancouver in October

• Participate with friends at an Oktoberfest event.
• Enjoy the autumn leaves in the Lower Mainland’s best Parks & Places in Nature, but especially at Stanley Park and VanDusen Garden.
• Go for a walk or bike ride along the seawall at False Creek or Coal Harbour.
• Take in all the many Halloween festivities around town.
• Head to Harrison Hot Springs for one or two nights for the hot springs and fall colours.
• Buy a new umbrella in preparation for the next six months or more of rain.

Vancouver Weather in October

The weather in the Lower Mainland in October is generally very nice. It’s getting cooler, and Vancouver’s rainy season is just around the corner. Some years there is a fair bit of rain in October. Other years it’s surprisingly dry. More often than not, it’s a great month to be in Vancouver.

For specific information about Vancouver’s weather in October, including average temperatures and amounts of rainfall, click Weather in October.

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