Boo! It’s a spooky month. October is a wonderful month, full of tons of seasonal things to do and immerse yourself in the festivities. Below are the top events happening in Burnaby this Halloween.
Credit: Bernadette Gallagher
Burnaby Halloween Festival
When October arrives, Burnaby leans into playful scares and plenty of treats. Glowing pumpkins, crafty costumes, eerie events, spooktacular performances, and a freaky fun run pop up across the city. Details
When: October 2 – November 8, 2026
Where: Various locations in Burnaby
Nosferatu Featuring TAXA
Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror (1922) is a seminal German Expressionist silent film directed by F.W. Murnau, serving as an unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula. This presentation will feature the live performance of an original score by the band TAXA. Details
When: October 17, 2026 | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Where: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Ave
EXIT Burnaby Halloween 2026: The Unfinished Nightmare
When: October 2 – November 8, 2026
Where: Exit Burnaby, 4035 North Rd, Burnaby
How much: $34 per person, per room
Monster Dash
Calling all brave souls and daring spirits! Prepare to be spooked and amazed at Burnaby’s most thrilling Halloween-themed race: the Monster Dash 5KM! On Sunday, October 26th, join us in the heart of Burnaby, BC, as we summon the adrenaline-fueled energy of the season. Costumes are highly encouraged, so bring your most hauntingly creative attire and let your imagination run wild! Details
How Much: $15 – $50
When: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 8:00 AM
Where: Swangard Stadium, 3883 Imperial Street, Burnaby
Haunted Village: Legends, Tales, and Other Stories
Step into a world of specters and spirits at Burnaby Village Museum’s Haunted Village. Wander through our 10-acre open-air site, featuring dramatic lighting and encounter a haunted graveyard, a spooky circus and bewitching stores, plus many more. Details
When: October 23–25, 30 – 31, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
How Much: Adults: $12, Children (2-12) years: $7
Where: Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Haunted History Walking Tour
Join Burnaby Village Museum this October to learn all about seemingly haunted happenings in Deer Lake Park. From the stories of the former Oakalla Prison, to strange activities at Ceperley House and unexplained events at our very own Burnaby Village Museum site, there is no shortage of spooky stories in the area.
This two-hour walking tour begins at the Burnaby Village Museum’s main entrance, takes participants through the museum to the neighbouring Shadbolt Centre and Burnaby Art Gallery, where they will hear stories of suspicious circumstances and mysterious histories present at the various sites. Details
When: October 26 – 28, 2026 | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Where: Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
How Much: Register
Burnaby Comedy Classic
Jokers Canada is bringing Canada’s best pro comedians to The Michael J Fox Theatre for a night of hilarious Pro Stand-up comedy. This night features touring headliners and some of the best comedians our country has to offer. Please note: while the atmosphere will be spooky, the jokes themselves may not be Halloween-themed, unless the comics get possessed by inspiration. Details
How Much: $39.90 and up
When: Friday, October 23, 2026 | 8:00 PM
Where: Michael J Fox Theatre, 5455 Rumble Street, Burnaby
Costume Skate
Wear your Halloween costume and join us for spooky skating fun for all ages! Children 7 years and under must participate with an adult (maximum 3 children per 1 adult). Hockey or Snow Sports helmet required for children 12 years and under. Details
When: Sunday, October 25, 2026 | – PM
Where: Rosemary Brown Recreation Centre, 7789 18th Street, Burnaby
Teen Toonie Skate & Activities
Dress in costume, lace up your skates and glide into a night of thrilling skating and fun games. Costumes are optional but encouraged (no fake weapons or full masks permitted). Details
How Much: Admission is $2 per person. Skates and helmet are included in the admission fee.
When: Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM
Where: Rosemary Brown Recreation Centre, 7789 18th Street, Burnaby
Central Spark
Join us for a spooky celebration at Central Park! Enjoy a lively dance party with a DJ, delicious bites from food trucks, spooky entertainment, photo ops, a dazzling drone light display, and a spectacular fireworks show. Details
When: October 30, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Fireworks finale in Central Park at 7:30 PM
Where: Central Park; Along Patterson Avenue (Kingsway to Central Boulevard) and Central Park (corner of Kingsway and Patterson Ave)
How Much: Free
Ghouls & Goblins Public Skate
Glide across the ice, get your face painted, create eerie crafts, and play spectral games. It’s a day full of hair-raising activities sure to delight and spook all who attend! Details
When: Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 1:45 PM
Where: Kensington Complex, 6159 Curtis Street, Burnaby
Pumpkin Parade
Save your Halloween jack-o-lantern and bring it with you to the park for everyone to enjoy. Line it up on the walking path in front of Eileen Dailly to join the parade of pumpkins. Lights for your carved pumpkin will be provided.
Pumpkins will be composted by our waste management team after the event. Details
When: November 1, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: In front of Eileen Dailly (corner of Albert & Willingdon)
How Much: Free
Bonsor’s Big Boo
Look forward to a fantastic Halloween-themed day, with an imaginary playground, creepy crafts and ghostly games, delicious cookies for kids face painting, colouring and more. Kids are encouraged to don their best costumes. Activities geared towards children 10 years and under. Details
How Much: $2 per person (cash only)
When: Friday, October 23, 2026 | 6 PM – 8:30 PM
Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Avenue, Burnaby
Spooky Tiny Tikes
We invite families to dress in costume and join us for thrilling exploration and play as part of our Tiny Tikes program. Afterwards, visit occupants of the Christine Sinclair Community Centre for some trick or treats! Details
How Much: $2 per person for Tiny Tikes, free for trick or treaters.
When: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 8:45 AM – 10:15 AM
Where: Christine Sinclair Community Centre, 3713 Kensington Avenue, Burnaby
Spooky Bash
Get ready for a frightfully fun night at the Spooky Bash Swim! Join us for a Halloween-themed swim packed with spooky games, a haunted house and frightfully fun prizes! Costumes are optional but encouraged. Details
When: Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: Edmonds Community Centre, 7433 Edmonds Street
How Much: Family rates apply
The Monster Mash
Join us for this family-friendly event at Eileen Dailly Pool! Have a blast playing water and deck games that will delight all little ghosts and goblins. Details
How Much: Loonie swim rates apply. Children 7 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult.
When: October 29, 2026 | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Where: Eileen Dailly Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre, 240 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
How Much: Loonie swim rates apply. Children 7 years old and under must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Halloween Spooktacular
Join us for some Halloween fun at Temporary Cameron Community Centre! Bring your family and friends for a fun afternoon of Halloween crafts, games and not-so-spooky activities.
Activities are geared towards children 8 years and younger. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Details
How Much: Registration is required by all participants. Admission: $2
When: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: Temporary Cameron Community Centre, 7110-9855 Austin Avenue, Burnaby
How Much: varies