Strange Fellows Brewhouse

Dead Fellows Haunted Brewhouse is a Halloween-themed attraction at Strange Fellows Brewing in Vancouver. The haunted house runs in late October.

The Haunted Brewhouse is a popular Halloween attraction in East Vancouver. Each year, the brewery transforms into a haunted walk-through experience, with live actors, loud noises, flashing lights, dark scenes and frightful jumps.

Other haunted attractions happening around the same time most years include Fright Nights at the PNE and Reapers Maze of Terror in Chilliwack. There are also Grave Tales walking tours in Fort Langley, Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors in Surrey, and Lost Souls of Gastown walking tours in Vancouver.

For a list of other scary things to do, see our articles about Vancouver Haunted Houses and Vancouver Halloween Activities for Adults. To learn more about Dead Fellows’ Haunted Brewhouse, continue reading.

Dead Fellows Haunted Brewhouse

Dead Fellows Haunted Brewhouse takes over the brewery in the days leading up to Halloween. The back-of-house at Strange Fellows Brewhouse is transformed into a haunted brewhouse. There are scary sets, with live actors lurking to scare guests, flashing lights and loud noises. All of it is designed to scare.

The storyline draws on real-life, local death and disappearance stories. The industrial area around Clark Drive in East Vancouver has a history of tragic accidents and unexplained deaths, including the collapse of the old East Bridge over a century ago.

Over the years, reports have surfaced of a woman in a white early-1900s-style dress and the spirit of a young child being seen on site. These stories and others like it shape the theme of the haunted brewhouse, inspiring characters in the haunt.

Inside the haunted brewhouse, guests walk through a series of eerie areas and corridors where restless spirits are waiting in the shadows.

What to Expect

The Haunted Brewhouse is a self-guided, indoor walk-through experience. The route is fixed, so you cannot wander off or escape, even if you want to. Rooms are dark with narrow corridors, scary sound effects and sudden lighting changes. Actors appear from all angles and from hidden corners giving guests plenty of jump scares.

The experience is designed mainly for adults and brave teenagers. It is loud, intense and very atmospheric, so it may be too much for kids or anyone who dislikes horror. Most groups spend around 20 minutes inside, plus about 10 minutes in the pre-show line-up where the backstory is displayed. Entry is staggered so you feel like you are alone inside with the ghosts.

Dead Fellows is one of the scariest indoor haunted houses in the region and a favourite among adults seeking a high-quality Halloween experience close to downtown Vancouver.

Outside, a tented pop-up bar features witchy decor, heaters, and themed drinks. Many guests arrive in costume, and the brewery’s staff also dress up, especially on Halloween night. After the walk-through, people usually stay for a drink, keeping the Halloween atmosphere going even after escaping the ghouls.

When and Where?

Strange Fellows Brewing is at 1345 Clark Drive, just a few blocks north of 1st Avenue in Vancouver. It’s about halfway between 1st Avenue and Venables Street.

Dead Fellows takes place during the last weeks of October. In 2025 it happened on October 23rd to 25th as well as on the 30th and 31st. Hours in 2025 were from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Access to the haunted brewhouse is via the back of the brewery. There is plenty of free street parking after 6:00 pm behind the building.

Dates for 2026 are likely to follow a similar pattern, although exact details are yet to be confirmed.

Admission Details

In 2025 early-bird tickets cost $27 for the first weekend and $31 for the Halloween weekend. Regular pricing was $30 and $35 depending on the date. Admission for youth aged fourteen and under was free, with a limit of two per adult.

Prices in 2026 are expected to be similar, but full details have yet to be confirmed.

About Strange Fellows Brewing

Strange Fellows Brewing specializes in sour and barrel-aged beers. They take pride in crafting “strange” beverages, but in a good way, experimenting with seasonal releases throughout the year. There is a tasting room open daily with several beers, ciders, small-batch BC wines and non-alcoholic options on tap.

The venue offers casual food such as pizzas, Jamaican patties, pretzels and a few other pub-style items. The atmosphere is warm, social and inclusive. People can sit indoors or outside on the covered patio. During Halloween, the tasting room leans into a spooky theme with lots of decorations matching the Haunted Brewhouse in the back.

Tips & Advice

The following tips and suggestions are worth knowing before visiting the haunted attraction at Strange Fellows Brewing.

TIP #1: Organizers encourage everyone to purchase their tickets online in advance. Visitors without tickets are directed to the online ticket portal via a QR code outside the Brewhouse. It makes sense to complete this process at home, securing a spot in advance.

TIP #2: Dead Fellows Haunted Brewhouse is a no-contact experience. Performers do not physically touch guests, but they do come close to them. Expect very dark scenes, flashing lights, loud noises and screams. This is a scary experience (even for adults) with more than 15 jump scares, and is not very suitable for young kids.

TIP #3: Costumes are encouraged. Many people dress up on Halloween night when visiting the experience, as do the staff and, of course, the actors.

TIP #4: Photos and videos with flash are not allowed inside the haunted brewhouse. It is best to leave phones in your handbag or pocket.

TIP #5: VIP tickets allow arrival at any time during event hours on the selected date, providing flexibility for guests who are unsure of their preferred time.

Other Information

Visit the official Strange Fellows Brewing website for more information about the brewery in general. See Dead Fellows Haunted Brewhouse to learn more about the Halloween event.

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