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Events Description
Step into the past with Grave Tales – 2026 Edition, where history and mystery collide. As lantern light flickers, uncover forgotten stories and the secrets of those long laid to rest. From legendary figures to unsung heroes, each guided tour reveals tales that captivate and offer a fresh perspective on history.
Every tour follows its own unique route, taking place either inside the fort or throughout the village of Fort Langley.
Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, Grave Tales will leave you with a new appreciation for the stories of Fort Langley’s past.
- Youth Grave Tales: Stories of the past and mysterious tales will be heard on this walking tour.
While designed for youth, the tour does include stories of injury and death. Please ensure that your child or inner child is comfortable. Age: 8+ (youth must be accompanied by an adult 18+)
- Spirit of the Place: Listen to tales of supernatural encounters experienced by Fort Langley NHS staff and visitors—right where they happened! The storytelling begins beside a crackling fire in the hearth of one of the HBC Fort’s historic buildings. This tour stays within the Fort’s walls, with some stops offering seating and others standing. Age: 18+
- Graves of the Tradesmen: Join Blacksmith Danny at the forge in the fort, then set off on a 4 km walk through the surrounding town. Along the way, hear the stories of Hudson’s Bay Company employees who lived and died at the fort during the 19th century. Age: 18+
- Descent into Darkness: The most intense of all tours, this three-hour walk explores the lives of Hudson’s Bay Company workers and the villagers of Fort Langley—with stories shared with permission from families and descendants. Expect mature and graphic content, including themes of suicide, murder, and historic medical practices. Age: 18+
Who is it for?
Youth and Adult Tours
HOW MUCH
Tickets:
Youth Grave Tales: $24.58
Spirit of the Place: $24.58
Graves of the Tradesmen: $31.58
Descent into Darkness: $44.97
How to get tickets?
Call Fort Langley National Historic Site at 604-513-4777 (10 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday to Sunday) to confirm and pay, confirm and pay. Your tour is not confirmed until payment is processed. If you don’t pay at least 48 hours before your tour, your spot will be released.
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
October 16 to 30, 2026
- Youth Grave Tales: : October 17, 24 | 6 pm – 7:30 pm
- Spirit of the Place: October 16, 18, 23, 25, 30 | 7 pm – 8:30 pm
- Graves of the Tradesmen: October 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30 | 8 pm – 10 pm
- Descent into Darkness: October 16, 17, 24, 25, 30 | 9 pm – 12 am
Venue & Address :
Fort Langley National Historic Site – 23433 Mavis Avenue, Fort Langley BC, Langley, BC V1M 2R5 Canada
