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

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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 from around the world show at various theatres in downtown Vancouver.
• 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. (TIP: Use promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• 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 VBP10.)
• 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 between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

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.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• 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 from around the world show at various theatres in downtown Vancouver.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• 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.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: 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).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• 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.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• 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 VBP10.)
• 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.
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).

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. (Today is Value Night meaning tickets are less expensive.)
• Reapers Maze of Terror – an impressive haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• 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.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• 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 from around the world show at various theatres in downtown Vancouver.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight features Thursday Blockbuster.
• 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 – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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 – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. (TIP: On regular Mondays to Thursdays this month, if you select the Family Experience Package, one child can ride free per paying adult.)
• 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 VBP10.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: 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).
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).

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. (Today is Value Night meaning tickets are less expensive.)
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – an impressive haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• 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 from around the world show at various theatres in downtown Vancouver.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight’s shows are Betrayers and Theatresports.
• 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.
• Harvest Haus – an Oktoberfest event at the PNE Forum
• New Westminster Culture Crawl – a weekend when artists open their studios to the public in New Westminster.

Halloween Events & Attractions

• Fright Nights at the PNE – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition. (Tickets start at just $33 on the opening weekend of October 4th to 6th.)
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun in Surrey.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey. (Today is Value Night meaning tickets are less expensive.)
• 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.
• 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 – an impressive haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• 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 Museums, Galleries & Historic Sites

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• 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.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• 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).
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• 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. (TIP: Use the 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 VBP10.)
• 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 – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

Saturday, October 5, 2024

• Vancouver International Film Festival – a series of films from around the world show at various theatres in downtown Vancouver.
• Songs for Nobodies – presented by First Impressions Theatre, the touring show features music by Judy Garland, Patsy Cline, Billie Holiday and other artists at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre.
• 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. Tonight’s shows are Betrayers and Theatresports.
• 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.
• Brewhalla Chilliwack – an event featuring craft beer and live music in the Fraser Valley.
• Harvest Haus – an Oktoberfest event at the PNE Forum
• New Westminster Culture Crawl – a weekend when artists open their studios to the public in New Westminster.
• White Rock Arts Festival Cultural Crawl – a showcasing of local art and artists in White Rock.
• Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – a market outside Burnaby City Hall with live music, food and other artisanal products.
• Other Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Fort Langley, Maple Ridge, Riley Park, Squamish, Trout Lake and the West End.
• Vancouver Flea Market – at 703 Terminal Avenue.

See further below for Halloween, autumn-related and other events happening today.

Halloween Events

• Witchilano Paddle – an informal free event where people dress up as witches and warlocks and make their way on paddleboards from Kitsilano Beach to Granville Island.
• Fright Nights at the PNE – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition. (Tickets start at just $33 on the opening weekend of October 4th to 6th.)
• 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. (Today is Value Night meaning tickets are less expensive.)
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun in Surrey.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – an impressive haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• 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.
• 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.
• Harvest Days – an autumn-themed event at VanDusen Botanical Garden with live music and family-friendly activities.
• Corn Mazes – farms with family-friendly activities in Maple Ridge and the Fraser Valley.

Featured Attractions

• 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.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)

Other Featured Activities

• 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 VBP10.)
• 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.

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 from around the world show at various theatres in downtown Vancouver.
• 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.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• New Westminster Culture Crawl – a weekend when artists open their studios to the public in New Westminster.
• White Rock Arts Festival Cultural Crawl – a showcasing of local art and artists in White Rock.

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.
• Harvest Days – an autumn-themed event at VanDusen Botanical Garden with live music and family-friendly activities.
• 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 at the PNE – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• (Tickets start at just $33 on the opening weekend of October 4th to 6th.)
• 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. (Today is Value Night meaning tickets are less expensive.)
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun in Surrey.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• 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 – an impressive haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Sunday Markets

• Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – a weekly market near the beach at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver.
• Other Sunday Farmers Markets – at 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.

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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.
• 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 between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

• Shipyard Pals – guided, theatrical walking tours take place at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Hosted by MONOVA, the tours are by donation.
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• 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 VBP10.)
• 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 – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. (TIP: On regular Mondays to Thursdays this month, if you select the Family Experience Package, one child can ride free per paying adult.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• 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 VBP10.)
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• 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).
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

Halloween Activities

• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.

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.
• 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 – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• FlyOver Canada – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. (TIP: On regular Mondays to Thursdays this month, if you select the Family Experience Package, one child can ride free per paying adult!)
• 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 VBP10.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• 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).
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• 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.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• 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

• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• Downtown Farmers Market – a market in the North Plaza outside the Vancouver Art Gallery.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Today’s show is Date Night.

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.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – an impressive haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey. (Today is Value Night meaning tickets are less expensive.)
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• 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 Activities

• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Shipyard Pals – guided, theatrical walking tours take place at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Hosted by MONOVA, the tours are by donation.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the 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 VBP10.)

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• 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).
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• FlyOver Canada – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.

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 in Vancouver.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster.
• Deep Cove Stage – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver. (Tonight is Preview Night which means tickets cost just $12.)
• Presentation House Theatre – the play EARWORM shows at the theatre in North Vancouver.

Halloween Activities

• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey. (Today is Value Night meaning tickets are less expensive.)
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Fright Nights at the PNE – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• 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.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – an impressive haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• 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 – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight features Thursday Blockbuster.
• 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.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• 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 VBP10.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• FlyOver Canada – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. (TIP: On regular Mondays to Thursdays this month, if you select the Family Experience Package, one child can ride free per paying adult!)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).

Friday, October 11, 2024

• Thanksgiving Restaurant Dinners – a number of places have turkey dinners and special three-course menus this weekend.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.

Shows & Entertainment

• 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.
• Presentation House Theatre – the play EARWORM shows in Farsi at the theatre in North Vancouver.
• Carnival of Animals Concert – the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra perform at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium with conductor Calvin Dyck.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – CTORA Productions presents the classic musical based on Roald Dahl’s book at the Norman Rothstein Theatre in Vancouver.
• Deep Cove Stage – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight’s shows are Betrayers and Theatresports.

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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• 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 at the PNE – 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!)
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a super-scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• 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.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun 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 between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• 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 VBP10.)
• 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.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• FlyOver Canada – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

• 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

• Fort Langley Cranberry Festival – a family-oriented event celebrating the cranberry harvest at Fort Langley.
• Thanksgiving Restaurant Dinners – a number of places have turkey dinners and special three-course menus this weekend.
• Made in the 604 Market – the Pipe Shop at the Shipyards in North Vancouver is full of artisan vendors today and admission is free. (TIP: The first 25 shoppers at the event get market money to spend at any booth.)
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.
• River Basin Days – the Fraser River Discovery Centre hosts a special off-site event at Kanaka Creek Park in Maple Ridge today.

Shows & Entertainment

• 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.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Deep Cove Stage – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – CTORA Productions presents the classic musical based on Roald Dahl’s book at the Norman Rothstein Theatre in Vancouver.
• Presentation House Theatre – the play EARWORM shows in English and Farsi today at the theatre in North Vancouver.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight’s shows are Betrayers and Theatresports.

Halloween Events

• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey. (Today is Premium Night meaning there are exclusive performances.)
• Fright Nights at the PNE – 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!) (TBC for tonight.)
• 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.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a super-scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• Chilliwack Corn Maze – a world-famous corn maze and kid-friendly activities at Greendale Acres in the Fraser Valley.
• Harvest Days – an autumn-themed event at VanDusen Botanical Garden with live music and family-friendly activities.
• 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

• Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – a market outside Burnaby City Hall with live music, food and other artisanal products.
• Other Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, 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 – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• WildPlay Element Park – ropes courses and ziplines at the outdoor adventure facility in Maple Ridge. (TIP: use the promo code VBP15 and save 15%.)
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the 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 VBP10.)

Sunday, October 13, 2024

• Thanksgiving Sunday
• Thanksgiving Restaurant Dinners – a number of places have turkey dinners and special three-course menus this weekend.
• BC Culture Days – a series of events celebrating Canadian culture and the arts.

Shows & Entertainment

• 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.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – CTORA Productions presents the classic musical based on Roald Dahl’s book at the Norman Rothstein Theatre in Vancouver.
• Deep Cove Stage – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
• Presentation House Theatre – the play EARWORM shows at the theatre in North Vancouver.

Sunday Markets

• Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – a weekly market near the beach at Ambleside Park in West Vancouver.
• Sunday Farmers Markets – at 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 at the PNE – 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. (Today is Premium Night meaning there are exclusive performances.)
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• 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!)
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games like Secret Mission, Crime in Downtown, Ghost Patrol and Heroes & Villains are especially fun to play this time of year. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a super-scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• Harvest Days – an autumn-themed event at VanDusen Botanical Garden with live music and family-friendly activities.

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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.
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• FlyOver Canada – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the 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 VBP10.)
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• 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 between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• 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 Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• 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.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

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.
• Thanksgiving Restaurant Dinners – a number of places have turkey dinners and special three-course menus this weekend.
• 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.
• FlyOver Canada – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the 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 VBP10.)
• 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 between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Capilano Suspension Bridge – the world-famous attraction is a great place to visit. (TIP: BC residents can get an annual pass for the same price as a single-day ticket!)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

Pumpkin Patches & Other Autumn Activities

• Harvest Days – an autumn-themed event at VanDusen Botanical Garden with live music and family-friendly 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• 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.
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games like Secret Mission, Crime in Downtown, Ghost Patrol and Heroes & Villains are especially fun to play this time of year. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10%.)
• 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

• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island and other locations. Today includes the official opening ceremony at Ocean Art Works.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• Cheap Movie Night – at most theatres throughout the Lower Mainland.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• FlyOver Canada – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. (TIP: On regular Mondays to Thursdays this month, if you select the Family Experience Package, one child can ride free per paying adult!)
• 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 VBP10.)
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Today’s show is Choose Day.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the 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.
• 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 Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, 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.

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

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island and other locations.
• 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.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Today’s show is Date 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.
• 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 – an impressive haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Vancouver Mysteries – outdoor adventure games like Secret Mission, Crime in Downtown, Ghost Patrol and Heroes & Villains are especially fun to play this time of year. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and 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 – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun in Surrey.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Other Halloween Events & Attractions – including ones in Surrey, Burnaby and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

Other 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).
• 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 VBP10.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• FlyOver Canada – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. (TIP: On regular Mondays to Thursdays this month, if you select the Family Experience Package, one child can ride free per paying adult!)
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• 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.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• 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 between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).

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

Thursday, October 17, 2024

• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island and other locations. Today includes the Seniors Day event.
• Beaty Nocturnal – the Beaty Biodiversity Museum at UBC is open by donation from 5 to 8:30 pm.
• New West Farmers Market – at Tipperary Park in New Westminster.

Shows & Entertainment

• 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.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Deep Cove Stage – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – CTORA Productions presents the classic musical based on Roald Dahl’s book at the Norman Rothstein Theatre in Vancouver.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight features Thursday Blockbuster Musical Edition.

Halloween Events & Activities

• The Case of the Hotel Detective – an indoor murder mystery game at a downtown Vancouver hotel with Vancouver Mysteries.
• 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. 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.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• 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 Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – an impressive haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• 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.

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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.
• 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 – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. (TIP: On regular Mondays to Thursdays this month, if you select the Family Experience Package, one child can ride free per paying adult!)
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• 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 VBP10.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• 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

• 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 and other locations.

Shows & Entertainment

• 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.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Deep Cove Stage – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – CTORA Productions presents the classic musical based on Roald Dahl’s book at the Norman Rothstein Theatre in Vancouver.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight’s shows are Betrayers and Theatresports.
• Presentation House Theatre – the theatre in North Vancouver features Little Pea shows for kids in both French and English.
• Vancouver Horror Show – the horror movie film festival takes place at Cineplex Cinemas Metrotown in Burnaby. Tonight features the Canadian premiere of the film Carved.

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 pumpk
• in 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, 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.

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 – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun in Surrey.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey.
• Fright Nights at the PNE – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (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 – an impressively scary haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• 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.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• 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. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• 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 VBP10.)
• FlyOver Canada – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.select the Family Experience Package, one child can ride free per paying adult!)
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• 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 – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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

• Celebrate the Night – free family-friendly activities and fireworks at Memorial Peace Park in Maple Ridge.
• 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.
• UBC Apple Festival – a fundraising festival at the UBC Botanical Garden.
• Ugly Potato Day – an event in Surrey where farmers from across the region gather to share their “ugly” produce and help feed the community.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island and other locations. Today includes a salsa class at Ocean Art Works.
• Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – a market outside Burnaby City Hall with live music, food and other artisanal products.
• Other Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, Fort Langley, Maple Ridge, Riley Park and Squamish.

Shows & Entertainment

• 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.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – CTORA Productions presents the classic musical based on Roald Dahl’s book at the Norman Rothstein Theatre in Vancouver.
• Deep Cove Stage – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
• Presentation House Theatre – the theatre in North Vancouver features Little Pea shows for young families today.
• Vancouver Horror Show – the horror movie film festival takes place at Cineplex Cinemas Metrotown in Burnaby. Tonight features the Canadian premiere of the film The Daemon.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight’s shows are Betrayers and Theatresports.

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.
• Harvest Days – an autumn-themed event at VanDusen Botanical Garden with live music and family-friendly activities.
• 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

• The Case of the Hotel Detective – an indoor murder mystery game at a downtown Vancouver hotel with Vancouver Mysteries.
• Lost Souls of Gastown – spooky walking tours in Vancouver’s famous historic neighbourhood.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – an impressively scary haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• 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!)
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• FANG-Tastic Halloween – family-friendly Halloween-themed activities and things to see at the Britannia Mine Museum.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey. (Today is Premium Night meaning there are exclusive performances.)
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses 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 Vancouver Vice, 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 – both Awaken Canada and HowlOver Canada show at the multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place. (TIP: On regular Mondays to Thursdays this month, if you select the Family Experience Package, one child can ride free per paying adult!)
• 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).
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• 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 VBP10.)
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)

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.
• Fancon HalloweenFest – a Halloween-themed tradeshow with costumes, merchandise, celebrity meet-and-greets and more at BCIT in Burnaby.
• 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.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island and other locations. Today includes art and kite-making workshops at Ocean Art Works on Granville Island.
• Burnaby Halloween Festival – a series of Halloween-themed events in Burnaby.
• 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.

Shows & Entertainment

• 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.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Vancouver Horror Show – the horror movie film festival takes place at Cineplex Cinemas Metrotown in Burnaby. Tonight features two feature films: Finality of Dusk and Strange Harvest: Occult Murder in the Inland Empire.
• Deep Cove Stage – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
• Presentation House Theatre – the theatre in North Vancouver features Little Pea shows for young families today.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – CTORA Productions presents the classic musical based on Roald Dahl’s book at the Norman Rothstein Theatre in Vancouver.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Today features House Teams Debut.

Sunday Markets

• Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – a weekly market near the beach at Ambleside Park 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.

See further below for Halloween, autumn-related and other events happening today.

Haunted Houses

• Fright Nights at the PNE – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – an impressively scary haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses 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. (Today is Premium Night meaning there are exclusive performances.)

Other Halloween Events & Activities

• FANG-Tastic Halloween – family-friendly Halloween-themed activities and things to see at the Britannia Mine Museum.
• 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.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (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.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• Harvest Days – an autumn-themed event at VanDusen Botanical Garden with live music and family-friendly activities.

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.)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Shipyard Pals – guided, theatrical walking tours take place at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Hosted by MONOVA, the tours are by donation.
• 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 VBP10.)
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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, Vancouver Vice, and Really Gay History tours.
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• 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 and other locations.
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• 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 VBP10.)
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

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, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.

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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, 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.

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 and other locations.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Today’s show is Choose Day.
• 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 between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• 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 VBP10.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, 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.

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, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Canyon Frights at Capilano Bridge – family-friendly illuminations and Halloween displays at the world-famous attraction on Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.

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 and other locations.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place in Vancouver.
• Vancouver Fashion Week – the fall edition of the festival features fashion-themed events at David Lam Hall.
• 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• 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, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (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 – an impressively scary haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• 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 – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun in Surrey.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Haunted Village – family-friendly Halloween activities at Burnaby Village. This year’s theme is Legends, Tales & Other Stories.
• 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. Today’s show is Date Night.
• 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 VBP10.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• 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

• 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.
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island and other locations.

Shows & Entertainment

• 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.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Deep Cove Stage – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – CTORA Productions presents the classic musical based on Roald Dahl’s book at the Norman Rothstein Theatre in Vancouver.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight features Thursday Blockbuster.

Halloween-themed Activities

• The Case of the Hotel Detective – an indoor murder mystery game at a downtown Vancouver hotel with Vancouver Mysteries.
• 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, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Fright Nights at the PNE – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – an impressively scary haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• 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 – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun in Surrey.
• Haunted Village – family-friendly Halloween activities at Burnaby Village. This year’s theme is Legends, Tales & Other Stories.
• 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.
• 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 – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today features the Dark Secrets of Stanley Park Tour.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• 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 VBP10.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).

Friday, October 25, 2024

• Pro-D Day for Schools
• Central Spark – fireworks and Halloween activities at Central Park in Burnaby.
• 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 and other locations.
• 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.)
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight’s shows are Betrayers and Theatresports.
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Vancouver Horror Show – the horror movie film festival takes place at Cineplex Cinemas International Village in Vancouver’s Chinatown. Tonight features a screening of Never Hike Alone 2.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – CTORA Productions presents the classic musical based on Roald Dahl’s book at the Norman Rothstein Theatre in Vancouver.
• Deep Cove Stage – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
• Presentation House Theatre – the theatre in North Vancouver features Little Pea shows for young families today.

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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, 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.

See further below for Halloween, autumn-related and other events happening today.

Haunted Attractions & Activities

• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey. (Today is Premium Night meaning there are exclusive performances.)
• 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 community-run haunted house in Vancouver’s West End. Admission costs just $4 per person.
• 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!)
• HowlOver at FlyOver Canada – the multi-dimensional theatre attraction hosts its special seasonal film with a Halloween theme at Canada Place.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Haunted Village – family-friendly Halloween activities at Burnaby Village. This year’s theme is Legends, Tales & Other Stories.
• 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 – an impressively scary haunted attraction with live actors in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun in Surrey.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist! (TBC)

Featured Attractions & Activities

• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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 Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• 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 VBP10.)
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• MONOVA – the Museum of North Vancouver is where you’ll learn about the history of the Shipyards and Vancouver’s North Shore.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• 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 between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• 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 Comic & Toy Show – a comic book, art and collectible toys trade show-style event at the PNE Forum.
• Made in the 604 Market – Heritage Hall in Vancouver is full of artisan vendors today and admission is free. (TIP: The first 25 shoppers at the event get market money to spend at any booth.)
• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island and other locations. Today there’s the Abuelita’s Remedy Kit event at Ocean Art Works.
• BOO-seum Halloween Party at MOS – family-friendly activities take place at the Museum of Surrey. Admission is free!
• Vancouver Fashion Week – the fall edition of the festival features fashion-themed events at David Lam Hall.
• Burnaby Artisan Farmers Market – a market outside Burnaby City Hall with live music, food and other artisanal products.
• Other Saturday Farmers Markets – in Abbotsford, 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.
• Vancouver Horror Show – the horror movie film festival takes place at Cineplex Cinemas International Village in Vancouver’s Chinatown. Tonight features two feature films: All the Lost Ones and Scared Shitless.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – CTORA Productions presents the classic musical based on Roald Dahl’s book at the Norman Rothstein Theatre in Vancouver.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight’s shows are Betrayers and Theatresports.
• Presentation House Theatre – the theatre in North Vancouver features Little Pea shows for young families today.
• Deep Cove Stage – The Play That Goes Wrong shows at the Deep Cove Shaw Theatre in North Vancouver.
• 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

• Fright Nights at the PNE – 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, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (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.
• Halloweekend on the River – the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster has special sturgeon mystery activities and challenges today.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Canyon Frights at Capilano Bridge – family-friendly illuminations and Halloween displays at the world-famous attraction on Vancouver’s North Shore.
• Haunted Village – family-friendly Halloween activities at Burnaby Village. This year’s theme is Legends, Tales & Other Stories.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – a super-scary haunted attraction in a corn maze in Chilliwack.
• FANG-Tastic Halloween – family-friendly Halloween-themed activities and things to see at the Britannia Mine Museum.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses in Surrey. This evening features the regular scares, plus Horrors Jr., which is tamer, suitable for younger children, and happens in the afternoon.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist! (TBC)
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey. (Today is Premium Night meaning there are exclusive performances.)
• Barclay Manor – a community-run haunted house in Vancouver’s West End. Admission costs just $4 per person.
• The Case of the Hotel Detective – an indoor murder mystery game at a downtown Vancouver hotel with Vancouver Mysteries.

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 – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• 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 VBP10.)
• 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 between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• 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.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, 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.

Sunday, October 27, 2024

• Latin American Heritage Month – various events and activities take place at Granville Island and other locations.
• Vancouver Comic & Toy Show – a comic book, art and collectible toys trade show-style event at the PNE Forum.
• Diwali Downtown Vancouver – an event celebrating the Hindu festival of lights at the Roundhouse Community Centre in Yaletown.
• Made in the 604 Market – Heritage Hall in Vancouver is full of artisan vendors today and admission is free.
• Rotary Chilliwack Book Sale – a fundraising event where you can get great deals on used books at Chilliwack Heritage Park.
• Vancouver Fashion Week – the fall edition of the festival features fashion-themed events at David Lam Hall.

Shows & Entertainment

• VAM Symphony Orchestra: Tchaikovsky & Rachmaninoff – the Vancouver Academy of Music Symphony Orchestra opens their season with a concert at the Orpheum Theatre.
• Halloween Spooktacular Concert – live spine-chilling music with the New Westminster Symphony Orchestra n New Westminster. Expect to hear the Carpenter’s “Halloween Theme” and music from “Psycho”, the “Nightmare Before Christmas Medley”, Phantom of the Opera and more.
• 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.)
• Metro Theatre – The Woman in Black shows at Vancouver’s Metro Theatre today.
• Vancouver Horror Show – the horror movie film festival takes place at Cineplex Cinemas International Village in Vancouver’s Chinatown. The final night of the festival features a screening of the true crime documentary Altona.
• Cirque du Soleil – the famous circus company presents ECHO at Concord Pacific Place.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory – CTORA Productions presents the classic musical based on Roald Dahl’s book at the Norman Rothstein Theatre in Vancouver.

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.
• Halloweekend on the River – the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster has special sturgeon mystery activities and challenges today.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey. (Today is Premium Night meaning there are exclusive performances.)
• 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, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Fright Nights at the PNE – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at Playland.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• 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.
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist! (TBC)
• Haunted Village – family-friendly Halloween activities at Burnaby Village. This year’s theme is Legends, Tales & Other Stories.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – indoor haunted houses in Surrey. This evening features the regular scares, plus Horrors Jr., which is tamer, suitable for younger children, and happens in the afternoon.
• FANG-Tastic Halloween – family-friendly Halloween-themed activities and things to see at the Britannia Mine Museum.
• 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, kids play structures and other family-friendly activities in Abbotsford.

Sunday Markets

• Ambleside Artisan Farmers Market – a weekly market near the beach at Ambleside Park 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.

Featured Museums & Historic Sites

• 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.)
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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.
• 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 between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).

Other Featured Attractions & Activities

• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• 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 Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the 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 VBP10.)
• FlyOver Canada – a multi-dimensional flying theatre experience at Canada Place.
• 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 and activities take place at Granville Island and other locations.
• 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 Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the 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 VBP10.)
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

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, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• 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.
• Canyon Frights – illuminations and Halloween displays at Capilano Suspension Bridge at night.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun in Surrey.
• Fright Nights at the PNE – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.

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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, 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.
• 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 and activities take place at Granville Island and other locations.
• 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 VBP10.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• The Improv Centre – live comedy on Granville Island. Today’s show is Choose Day.
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• 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 between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.

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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, 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.
• 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

• Presentation House Theatre – the theatre in North Vancouver hosts their special Haunted Histories event today with the Vancouver Paranormal Society.
• Fright Nights at the PNE – 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.
• 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.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Halloween Mystery Nights – ghost, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• 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 and other locations.
• DTES Heart of the City Festival – community events featuring film, theatre, music, panel discussions, cultural sharing and workshops.
• 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.
• Taves Family Farms Applebarn – corn mazes, jumping pillow, farm animals, pumpkin patch, 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.
• 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, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Fright Nights at the PNE – 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 – an impressively scary haunted attraction with live actors 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.
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun in Surrey.
• Dreadworks Haunted House – a new high-intensity Halloween attraction at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey. (Today is Premium Night meaning there are exclusive performances.)
• 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. Today’s show is Date Night.
• Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours – guided walking tours in downtown Vancouver. Today’s tours are Forbidden Vancouver and the Secrets of the Penthouse.
• 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 VBP10.)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES and save 10% on games.)
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• 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.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).
• Vancouver Maritime Museum – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: 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.

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.
• Fireworks in Richmond – fireworks, live entertainment and other family-friendly activities take place at Minoru Park.
• 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 and other locations. Today features the Latin Costume Party at the Latin Plaza at Latincouver in Gastown.
• DTES Heart of the City Festival – community events featuring film, theatre, music, panel discussions, cultural sharing and workshops.
• 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.
• The Case of the Hotel Detective – an indoor murder mystery game at a downtown Vancouver hotel with Vancouver Mysteries.

Halloween-themed Activities

• Maan Farms Haunted Mazes – ultra-scary Halloween attractions at Maan Farms in Abbotsford at night.
• Halloweekend on the River – the Fraser River Discovery Centre in New Westminster has special sturgeon mystery activities and trick or treating today.
• 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, detective and secret agent adventure games in downtown Vancouver. Teams compete for prizes. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTPLACES to save 10%.)
• Halloween Ghost Train – miniature train rides at Vancouver’s Stanley Park. This year’s theme is “Ghosts in the Graveyard”.
• Brinkworth Dungeon – an exceptional haunted house in Langley. Most of what you’ll see is handmade by a professional artist!
• Fright Nights at the PNE – haunted houses, spooky characters, amusement rides and entertainment at the Pacific National Exhibition.
• Reapers Maze of Terror – an impressively scary haunted attraction with live actors 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 – five haunted houses and other Halloween fun in Surrey.
• Alouette Cemetery – an outdoor graveyard display in Maple Ridge with lights and animatronics at night. Admission is by donation.
• 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 – a family-friendly museum at Vanier Park. (TIP: Use the promo code BESTVANCOUVER and save 25%!)
• Vancouver Mysteries Games – play an outdoor adventure game in downtown Vancouver. (TIP: Use the 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).
• Chinese Canadian Museum – a relatively new museum full of information and things to see in Vancouver’s Chinatown.
• BC Sports Hall of Fame – a place celebrating the history of some of BC’s most talented athletes through interactive displays and artifacts at BC Place Stadium.
• The Improv Centre – live comedy theatre on Granville Island. Tonight’s show is HA-HA-Halloween.
• 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.
• North Shore Bike Park – Western Canada’s largest indoor bike park is at Capilano Mall in North Vancouver.
• 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 VBP10.)
• Museum of Surrey – the museum in Cloverdale has free admission.
• Britannia Mine – the historic mining museum at Britannia Beach (which is between Horseshoe Bay and Squamish).

• 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)
• Monster Dash 5K – a Halloween-themed run in Burnaby with a mini dash option for children. (October 20, 2024)
• Hallow’s Eve Trail Race – 10K, half and full marathon rough-terrain trail races in North Vancouver. (October 26, 2024)

Food and Drink Events

• 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 

• 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 Octob