“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers,” said Anne Shirley of Anne of Green Gables.
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Who else agrees? Vancouver completely transforms during the fall with the changing colours, new flowers and trees. It’s magic! Below are 25 of the best activities to do this fall around Vancouver.
Harvest Haus
Harvest Haus combines authentic European harvest traditions where you can drink beer and have fun with your friends! Take in the music, good food and great drinks with plenty of German festival history and culture for a jolly celebration of local bounty. Prost! Details
When: September 30th at 6 PM & October 1 at 11:30 AM and 6 PM
Cost: $35 & up
Location: 2901 E Hastings Street Vancouver
Vancouver Croissant Crawl
Gather your friends and get limited edition croissants at different cafes and bakeries around Vancouver. Do not forget to get a dozen for your Thanksgiving table.
When: October 1 to 7, 2022
Cost: Cost of food
Location: Participating Vendors, Vancouver
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VanDusen Botanical Gardens – Harvest Days
Tease your senses with heathers, autumn crocus, fiery red Japanese maples, hydrangeas and more that bloom just in the fall at VanDusen Botanical Garden. Stroll the day away and enjoy the perfect fall landscapes.
During Harvest Days event, the veggie garden and maze area will be transformed for fall with fun photo areas, activities and entertainment, tasty treats, and more.
Cost: Adult (19-64) $7.20 Senior (65+) $5.05, Youth (13-18) $5.05, Child (5-12) $3.60, Children 4 years and younger are free.
Location: 5251 Oak St, Vancouver
Ghost Train
Ready for some ghoulish, creepy fun!? The Stanley Park Ghost Train takes riders on a magical journey through a mystical world, inspired by Halloween and other spooky stories! Any donations from train riders go to the Vancouver Food Bank. Details
Prices: From $7
When: October 7-31, 2022
Location: 690 Pipeline Rd, Vancouver
Fright Nights at Playland
This October, Fright night is back! Playland in east Vancouver will once again transform itself into a spooky, haunting Halloween-themed experience with seven haunted houses, thrill rides, creepy décor, roaming monsters and live performances. Prepare yourself for lots of screams! Details
Prices: Varies
When: Throughout October
Location: 2901 Hastings St E, Vancouver
Salmon Run
Watching salmon run during Fall is a unique experience Salmon running’s peak is in October, but you can also spot the fish in September – November. Salmon running, also known as migration, is when the fish swim from the ocean to rivers making their final journey upstream to their birthing grounds. Visit Capilano River Hatchery, Little Campbell Hatchery, Tynehead Hatchery, Hoy Creek Fish Hatchery and other hatcheries and parks around Vancouver to see the wonder of Fall migration.
On Sunday, Oct. 23rd, City of Coquitlam will host a grand event to celebrate the return of the salmon to Hoy Creek.
Tave’s Family Farm
Tave’s Family Farm is a third-generation family farm – run and operated for many years in Abbotsford, just outside the city! Here you can pick up fresh produce and enjoy the on-site corn maze, pony rides, and even a petting farm. When it comes to picking apples, you can look forward to Spartan, Fiji, Gala, Ambrosia – and much more. Details
Cost: $2.00 lb for 5-24 lbs and $1.53/lb for 25 plus lbs
Location: 333 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford
Willow View Farm
Willow View Farms has been a fantastic fall spot since 1960! This charming family-run farm offers u-pick for apples with a wide variety of Fuji, McIntosh, Ambrosia and, the star of fall: pumpkins! That’s not all though! At Willow View Farm you can enjoy the wonderful petting zoo, a picnic area, and concession. Details
Cost: Varies
Location: Willow View Farms, 288 Mccallum Rd, Abbotsford
Aldor Acres
Aldor Acres, in Langley, is 80 acres of the farm just waiting to welcome your family for tons of fun this fall! Aldor Acres is a family-run and operated farm and home to copious sweet animals that you can meet and pet, a great picnic patch for a meal and more. Details
Cost: From $13
Location: 24990-84 Ave. Langley, BC V1M 3P4
Bose & Sons Farm
Bose & Sons Farm, a 110-acre farm in operation since 1981 is a must-do destination for fresh produce – sweet corn, a very famous corn maze, an awesome pumpkin patch, and other fun family activities. Details
Cost: Varies
Location: 64th Avenue & 156th Street Surrey
Dr Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Awarded one of the World’s Top City gardens by National Geographic, Dr Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden was the first ever “full-scale classical Chinese Garden” to be created outside of China! During the fall months, you can take in the colours, sculptures and water features! Details
Cost: From $12
Location: 578 Carrall Street, Vancouver
Norvan Falls
Fall is the perfect season to hike with the cool air and stunning colours. Norval Falls is a solid option for athletes that can handle an intermediate hike. This hike features lush green forests of Lynn Headwaters Regional Park and the main feature: the beautiful waterfalls! Details
Location: Norvan Falls Trail, Greater Vancouver
Stanley Park Sea Wall
You can’t beat the Stanley Park Sea Wall in the fall. It is truly picture-perfect, with expansive views of the city, and mountains, plus North and West Vancouver. Stanley Park Sea wall traverses 16 kilometres next to the ocean bliss and is a super sweet way to spend the day on a bike or by foot. Details
Location: Vancouver
Eagle Acres Dairy
Eagles Acres Dairy is a fun family-run farm in Langley. People of all ages will love this spot because you get to feel like a real working farm with the chance to milk a cow, pick your very own pumpkin or two from the pumpkin patch, say hello and pet the animals on a drive-by “Sa-farm” and have a laugh in the corn maze. Details
Cost: $10 + Gst per Child/Senior $12 + Gst per adult Add Corn Maze – $5 + Gst
Location: 8796 240th Street Langley
Pacific Spirit Park
We all know that Vancouver can rain – and rain a lot! Located on the west side of the city, near the University of British Columbia this expansive forest is home to more than 80 hectares of trails to explore and best of all, escape the rain while staying outdoors! Details
Location: 5495 Chancellor Blvd, Vancouver
Gabriel Farms
In the fall, the best thing to do is connect with the farmland and nature. Gabriel Farms is a charming family-run and operated farm in Surrey! At Gabrial Farms, you can meet and pet the animals, have a go in the play area, try not to get lost in the corn maze, witness the fresh flowers, and find your pumpkin for Halloween! Details
Cost: $7.50. Free 2 & under
Location: 18507 20 Ave Surrey
Mann Farms
Mann Farm in Abbotsford has got your big fall day out organized! Here you will find something for each person’s interests and activities like berry or pumpkin picking, a corn maze, wine tasting, tractor rides, a petting zoo and more. Mann Farms is the place to be for fall-tastic fun. Details
Cost: Varies between $12-21 dependent on the activity
Location: 790 McKenzie Rd Abbotsford
Petey’s Pumpkin Patch
Petey’s Pumpkin Patch is the cool place to be this fall! Here you can visit their huge pumpkin patch and try and overcome the expansive corn maze. Will you get out!? Details
Cost: $10.00 or $8.00 with a non-perishable food item
Location: 9423 Gibson Rd Chilliwack
Richmond Country Farm
Steveston is the place to be in the fall – with the captivating ocean views and charming town village with quirky shops. Enjoy a beautiful trip there to see the Richmond Country Farm, purchase delicious fresh produce, and flowers, grab a delicious coffee, and experience their winery! Don’t forget to stroll along the water after! Details
Cost: Varies
Location: 12900 Steveston Hwy Richmond
Chilliwack Corn Maze
Who doesn’t love a corn maze in the fall!? The Chilliwack Corn Maze features an impressive 12-acre corn maze to explore with your family and try and get out! In addition, you can pick a special pumpkin, whizz around on the pedal carts, challenge someone to a duck race, meet the many farm animals, ride a tractor and so much at the Chilliwack Corn Maze! Details
Cost: children $12.50, adults (15+) $14.50
Location: 41905 Yale Rd W, Chilliwack
Krause Farm
Krause Farm is an expansive and abundant 200-acre farm located in Langley. The farm offers a wholesome adventure for everyone to enjoy with fresh produce, u-pick delicious treats, a delicious and fresh farm shop, wine tasting, say hello to the animals and more! Details
Cost: Varies
Location: 6179 248 St, Langley Twp
Goldie Lake Loop, Mount Seymour Provincial Park
This 3.5 km easy trail takes the walker around multiple small lakes at Mount Seymour Provincial Park in North Vancouver. In the fall months, you’ll be taken by the blueberry and heather bushes in rich amber and red. Don’t forget a camera! Details
Location: Mt Seymour Rd, North Vancouver
Hollyburn Mountain
This 7km, 3.5-hour hike up to the top of Hollyburn Mountain in West Vancouver’s Cypress Provincial Park is a treat in the fall! This is because the moderate route traverses golden huckleberry bushes and falling leaves with an unbeatable view from the top! Details
Location: Hollyburn Mountain, West Vancouver
Laity Farm
Laity Farm offers one of the biggest pumpkin patches, in the area. Here you can get in the great outdoors, say hello to the cute farm animals, challenge yourself to take on the corn maze, ride the farm tractors, persevere the obstacle course, explore the woods and more! Details
Cost: Weekend Rate – $10.00, Weekday Rate – $8.00 each: Admission includes all attractions; pumpkins are additional. Children 2 & under, go free.
Location: 21145 128 Ave, Maple Ridge
Cabaret Bijou
Cabaret Bijou, called “a feast for the senses” is a perfect combination of Cabaret, Moulin Rouge, Circus, Comedy, and four-course gourmet dinner and drinks over a lavish 3-hour experience. The fantasy performance is presented in a magical mirror palace, red velvet and over 2000 bevelled mirrors. Details
When: October 16 – November 30
Price: $129-$279
Location: 1655 Whyte Ave. Vancouver