Thanksgiving Weekend in Vancouver
Friday, October 6 – Monday, October 9, 2023
Thanksgiving weekend events & activities in Metro Vancouver including free, fun family & kids’ activities, live music, theatre & performing arts, exhibitions and more.
Contents:
- Family & kids activities
- Live Music
- Live Theatre
- Sports
- Festivals & all other events
- Thanksgiving Dinner/Brunch/Takeout
I. Family & Kids Activities
Self-guided Tour of Riverside Cranberries
Visit Riverside Cranberries for a self-guided tour of the cranberry bog during the Fall harvest season. Activities Include: Harvest Walk – stroll the perimeter of the field being actively harvested to see the harvesting machine working or to see the cranberries being pumped off the field. Details
October 6 to 9, 2023
The BOG – Riverside Cranberry Farm, 26885 88 Avenue, Langley City
$7.72 & up
Free First Friday Nights at the Gallery
Free First Friday Nights, presented by BMO will provide visitors with increased access to the Gallery, opening and expanding the world of art to a broader audience, including those who may otherwise not be able to afford the cost of admission. Details
First Fridays | 4 PM to 8 PM
Vancouver Art Gallery, 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver
Free
The Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off
Contestants will weigh their Gargantuan Gourds, as well as other giant fruits and veggies, in front of a large crowd of enthusiastic spectators, fellow growers and the media! Pick your very own pumpkin from their fields while checking out the Giants! Then, visit The Porch, The Market, The Bakery & KB Coral because they are serving everything PUMPKIN! Details
Saturday, October 7, 2023 | 9:30 AM to 3 PM
Krause Berry Farms, 6179 248 St, Langley Twp
Free
Pumpkins After Dark
Experience Canada’s award-winning largest outdoor Halloween event! Pumpkins After Dark is Canada’s award-winning outdoor Halloween event. Featuring over 10,000+ hand-carved pumpkins, this one-of-a-kind walk-through experience is the must-see event of the fall season. Explore the magical pathway of lit pumpkin sculptures and displays, with music, sounds and special effects. Details
October 6 – October 31, 2023
Swangard Stadium & Central Park, 3883 Imperial Street, Burnaby
$15.95 & up
Monster Jam
October 6 to 8, 2023
Pacific Coliseum, 2901 Hastings East, Vancouver
$28 – $95 +fees
Harvest Days
Celebrate the fall season with the return of Harvest Days at VanDusen Botanical Garden. Our veggie garden and maze area will be transformed for fall with fun photo areas, activities and entertainment, tasty treats, and more. Enjoy delicious snacks from a selection of tasty food vendors like Popcorn in the Park, Coffee Bike, BistrotVan, and Melt City Grilled Cheese. Details
October 7 to 29, 2023
VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak, Vancouver
$6.15 to $12.30
Cranberry Festival
Get your scarecrow judging skills ready, put on your stomping boots, and prepare to be amazed by the blacksmith’s cran-tastic creations! Discover the fascinating world of cranberry trade and how it shaped the Fort’s past. Best part? It’s absolutely free! So bring your friends, family, and even your second cousin twice removed – everyone is welcome at Cranberry Fest! Details
Saturday, October 7, 2023 | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Fort Langley National Historic Site, 23433 Mavis Avenue, Fort Langley, Langley
Free
Dahlia Flower Festival
Ten acres of this stunning garden with a 360-degree mountain view, dahlia flowers, hand made artworks and much more waiting for you to discover. Details
Until October 10, 2023
Shangrila Farm, 13842 Spratt Road, Mission
$10 to $17
Greendale Acres (Chilliwack) Corn Maze
This year’s maze design is a celebration of the relationships and memories that have been made on the farm and in the community over the last 25 years. The design itself is simple. A barn sits in a field surrounded by corn and pumpkins with the sun radiating in the background. Leading to the front door of the barn is a winding road. Details
August 10 to October 31, 2023
Greendale Acres, 41905 Yale Road, Chilliwack
$16 to $20
Dinosaurs Around The World
Brace yourself for an exhibit that will captivate both dinosaur enthusiasts and avid shoppers alike! In collaboration with Imagine Exhibitions, Dinosaurs Around The World at Guildford Town Centre is a FREE, all-ages extravaganza that transports you back to the Age of Reptiles. With mesmerizing animatronics and design elements, this exhibit will leave you in awe. Details
September 12 to October 9, 2023
Guildford Town Centre, 10355 152 Street, Suite 2695 Surrey,
Free
Fall Festival at the Maan Farms
With the changing of seasons comes family-friendly fall adventures. Maan Farms is celebrating its annual Fall at the Farm, bringing Canada’s First Forest Pumpkin Patch along with Mama Maan’s quintessential fall foods. Details
September 16 – October 31, 2023
Maan Farms & Estate Winery, 790 McKenzie Rd, Abbotsford
$13–$20 per person
Richmond Culture Days
Let your curiosity lead you as Richmond transforms into a haven of arts, culture, and unexpected wonders for Culture Days! Experience creativity in every corner, share in the joy, and celebrate together as Richmond artists and arts organizations offer inspiring interactive events and behind-the-scenes access to a wide range of art forms and creative practices, all for FREE. Details
September 22 to October 15, 2023
Richmond Cultural Centre, 7700 Minoru Gate, Richmond
Free
Fall Fun at Metropolis at Metrotown
B.C.’s largest shopping centre – welcomes locals and visitors alike to embrace all that the fall season has to offer through unparalleled shopping, festive displays, exciting contests and more. Details
September 23 to October 31, 2023
Metropolis at Metrotown, 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby
Free
Scarecrow Stroll
Explore Arts Nursery for outdoor Scarecrow Stroll. See 60+ Unique Scarecrows, get Photos in the Pop-up Pumpkin Patch, enjoy Weekend Live Music and Food Trucks, Scavenger Hunt and more! – Enjoy Weekend Live Music & Food Trucks! – Come See 60+ Unique Scarecrows! – Get Photos in the Pop-up Pumpkin Patch – Fun Scavenger Hunt. Details
September 23 – October 31, 2023 | 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Daily
Art’s Nursery Garden & Home, 8940 192 Street, Surrey
Free
Fall Pumpkin Patch & Market
Come experience the farm during its popular Harvest Festival. Farm animals, pumpkins, hay jumping pile, barley maze, cottonwood forest & SO much more! Details
September 23 – October 31, 2023
Aldor Acres Family Farm, 84 Avenue, Langley
Pumpkin Attractions
Guests will find a magical attraction at the Applebarn — the life-sized Princess Carriage. This whimsical photoop encourages visitors to embrace their inner child, while picking their best October pumpkins. The patch features numerous sizes and varieties from small sugar pumpkins to the classic jack-0-lanterns. The Princess Carriage is found right in the heart of this U-Pick area, creating a scene straight out of a fairytale. – Details
September 25 to October 31, 2023 | Daily
Taves Family Farms, 333 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford
Varies per day
HowlOver Canada
An all-ages Halloween ride, filled with thrills, chills and music! Join Biker Mama and her sidekick Tiger Moon on an adventure soaring across Canada to a music festival that is out of this world. Details
September 28– October 31, 2023 | 10 AM – 9 PM
FlyOver CANADA, 201 – 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
Regular Admission
Harrison Pumpkin Festival
See a striking mixture of over 20 varieties of pumpkins, from the classic orange pumpkin, excellent for pies, to charming and ghoulish gourds, perfect for brilliant autumn displays. Combined with the rich hues of the season, the whimsical fall festival will have a delightful display of dahlias, zinnias, cosmos, and a final show of sunflowers Details
September 29 to October 29,2023
Onos Farms, 5039 Lougheed Highway, Agassiz
$15
Cougar Creek’s House of Horrors
Cougar Creek’s of Horrors is an ultra-spooky haunted house comprised of a labyrinth-like walk-thru over a 15,000 square foot layout. It consists of several rooms and displays connected together by dark twisty hallways. Creepy actors, pouncing animatronics, custom digital sounds and many, many surprises await inside the halls of the House of Horrors.. enter if you dare!! Details
September 29 to November 4, 2023
12530 72 Ave, Surrey
$16.99 to $49.99
Family Fun at Laity Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy fun for the whole family including corn mazes, animals, obstacle course, games area, pumpkin cannon, pumpkin town, glow garden, and thousands of pumpkins to pick! Fun for the whole family! Details
September 30 – October 31, 2023
Laity Pumpkin Patches, Maple Ridge
$10 – $13
Fun at Port Kells Nurseries
Enjoy fun activities while visiting Port Kells Nurseries Pumpkin Patch including the Outdoor Play Areas, Animal Attractions and Cedar Maze. Enjoy all these fun things to do while visiting Port Kells Nurseries Pumpkin Patch: Pumpkin Display Outdoor Cedar Maze Outdoor Play Centre Gift Store Indoor Sand Pit Face Boards. Details
October 1 – 31, 2023 | Daily | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Port Kells Nurseries, 18730 88th Avenue, Surrey
Free admission
Fin-tastic Fall Days
Marvel at the kaleidoscope of fall colours brought to life in our 65,000 incredible animals, immerse yourself in our exclusive Octopus 4-D Movie Theatre Experience, and navigate your way through a kelp forest in our deep sea maze. Details
October 1 to 31 | 10 AM – 5 PM
The Vancouver Aquarium,845 Avison Way, Vancouver
$35.20 – $51.95
Halloween Pumpkin Express
Delight in the crafts and activities under the tent on the platform, See your child’s face light up with pleasure as they design the perfect pumpkin mask and play the Halloween games. Each child who paid an admission will receive a treat to enjoy on the pumpkin express train as it travels through the decorated forest. Details
Daily, October 1 – 31, 2023 | 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Bear Creek Park, 13750 88th Avenue, Surrey
$11.50 – $17.50
Once Upon a Haunted Sea
Once Upon a Haunted Sea is a fairy-tale reboot of our annual Halloween event, extended to a month-long installation for visitors of all ages to explore with safe distancing measures in place. The historic cannery in Steveston celebrates Halloween with a month-long installation of The Haunted Sea.Details
October 2 to November 5, 2023
Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, 12138 Fourth Avenue, Richmond
$10.75 – $12.50
Brinkworth Dungeon
Visit Brinkworth Dungeon haunted attraction with over 5,000 sq ft of handcrafted movie horror figures set in their own scenes in a winding labyrinth of dungeon corridors, do your best to find your way out before being held captive in the dreaded torture chamber! Details
October 4 to November 5, 2023
22260 48th Ave, Langley
$8 – $20
Go Apple Picking
Delicious apples are ready to pick. Check out these farms for some great options.
Do call the farms to confirm their hours before starting
Corn Mazes in Metro Vancouver
Get lost at world-famous corn mazes or at the one nearest to you for a memorable experience with the family or your bestie. Most of these farms also have a whole bunch of other great activities so you can enjoy the entire day picking pumpkins, milking goats, cuddling bunnies and so much more! Details
Salmon Run
Watching salmon run is a unique experience, especially in British Columbia, a province known for its rich and diverse wildlife. You can spot salmon between September and December, depending on the species. Details
Fall in Vancouver Island
Known for mild temperatures all year long, Vancouver Island has plenty of autumn fun waiting for you. Watch the colours shift in the lush outdoors and take in a fall festival or wine tour out of Victoria. For a spooky treat, check out one of the Halloween specific events in the area. No matter what your style is, there is something for you to do on Vancouver Island this autumn. Details
II. Live Music
Star Wars: A New Hope In Concert
October 5 to 6, 2023
Orpheum, 601 Smithe St, Vancouver
$21.19 – $125.00
Shred Kelly & Elliott Brood
From the mountains of Utah to the trenches of Vimy Ridge, Elliott BROOD’s songs have travelled the gore and glory of history in equal measure for nearly a decade. With the stomp and thrash of their early albums, Elliott BROOD carved their niche drawing from history and memory. As heavy and harrowing the past can be, for Elliott BROOD, it is also a generous companion, giving the gift of appreciation for times of peace and grace. Details
Friday, October 6, 2023 | Doors 7:00 PM
Biltmore Cabaret, 2755 Prince Edward St, Vancouver
$22.50 + applicable fees
54-40
With Guest: Terra Lightfoot. Over the course of 40+ years of performing and recording, 54•40 has not only made their mark on the Canadian music industry, but the entire cultural landscape. Led by chief songwriter Neil Osborne, 54•40 has carved out a legacy of gold and platinum albums and an outstanding reputation for their live performances that carries through to this day. Details
October 6 & 7, 2023 | 7:00 PM
Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver
$49.50+fees
Habstrakt
French born, LA based DJ and Producer Habstrakt has become internationally renowned within the dance/electronic/house genre. Details
Friday, October 06, 2023 | 10:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Celebrities, 1022 Davie Street, Vancouver
$24+fees & up
Patrick Droney
With Guest: Cecilia Castleman Details
Thursday, October 05, 2023 | 7:00 PM
Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver
$25+fees
Vibes & Vino
Our Lounge offers a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, where guests can unwind and savor our finest wines while enjoying the beauty of the surrounding vineyard. Escape the hustle and bustle of the week as you sip, savor, and sway to the music. Details
Friday, October 6 2023 | 4:00-7:00pm
Lulu Island Winery, 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond
Free!
Reggae Dub and Afro
Roots music lovers, this is an event like no other! THE LINE UP: Damasco Soul System This electrifying reggae group never fails to get crowds dancing, meshing Latin American grooves such as Cumbia and Maculele with reggae to create a truly unique sound. Details
Friday, October 6, 2023 | 7 PM to 10 PM
The Fox Cabaret, 2321 Main St., Vancouver
$17
Jyoty
With support from Njoki Njoki & Subdidi A trailblazer at forefront of her own movement, one of the underground’s most loved figures, Jyoty performs in Vancouver. Details
Saturday, October 07, 2023 | 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Village Studios, 1024 Davie Street, Vancouver
Varies
Blue Hawaii
Feeling Celebrated Tour with Izzy Camina. Details
Saturday, October 07, 2023 | 9:00 PM
The Cobalt, 917 Main Street, Vancouver
$22.49 & up
Lil Tjay – Beat the Odds Tour
Before Lil Tjay- an NYC-born 21-year-old – became an internet heartthrob with streams in the multi-millions, he was just a kid from the Bronx. A closer listen offers the biography of a kid who survived adult sins and consequences before he was old enough to drive. Details
Saturday, October 07, 2023 | 8:00 PM
UBC – Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre, 6066 Thunderbird Boulevard, Vancouver
$50 – $85+fees
Peter Gabriel: i/o – The Tour
i/o – The Tour will see Gabriel playing new material from his forthcoming album i/o, as well as delving into his peerless catalogue of music, with hits, fan favourites and the unexpected. For the shows, Gabriel will be joined by regular band-mates Tony Levin, David Rhodes and Manu Katché. Details
Saturday, October 07, 2023 | 8:00 PM
Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
$65 – $320+fees
Ray Lamontagne
Join Ray LaMontagne and his trio this fall for a special edition of the Just Passing Through tour as Ray performs a fan requested set list from across his catalog. Ray’s vast catalog spans eight full length records, multiple Grammy nominations, and chart topping radio singles. Details
Saturday, October 07, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 600 Block Hamilton St., Vancouver
$25 – $149.50+fees
Matthew Good – The Solo Acoustic Tour 2023
Matthew Frederick Robert Good is a Canadian musician. He was the lead singer and songwriter for the Matthew Good Band, one of the most successful alternative rock bands in Canada during the 1990s and early 2000s. Details
Saturday, October 07, 2023 | 7:30 PM
Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Avenue, Mission
$47.50+fees
Flamencubana!
Presented by Jafelin & Flor de Caña Jafelin & Flor de Caña present FLAMENCUBANA! A lively concert featuring a fusion of Cuban, Spanish and Flamenco Music. Local (Vancouver) Flamenco star singer Jafelin brings direct from Cuba – Flor de Caña – featuring six of Havana, Cuba’s best musicians to The York Theatre. Details
Saturday October 7, 2023 | 8:00 PM
York Theatre, 639 Commercial Drive, Vancouver
$44.00 – $54.00
Nimino
Known for crafting unique sounds and textures leading to a distinctive yet adaptable sound that transcends genres, Nimino take the stage at Village Studios. Details
Sunday, October 08, 2023 | 10:00 PM
Village Studios, 1024 Davie Street, Vancouver
$27.21
Ryan Long
Canadian comedian famous for his viral videos which have gained over 100 million views. He is also known as the host of The Boyscast With Ryan Long. He was the creator of Torontopia and That Guy, which aired on CBC Comedy. Details
Sunday, October 08, 2023 | 7:00 PM
Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver
$35+fees
VAM Symphony Orchestra: Next Generation B.C.
Come for the season opening concert with the VAM Symphony Orchestra, featuring winners of the Concerto and Composer competitions. To start the season off with a bang, the performance will end with dances from Stravinsky’s Firebird. Don’t miss this afternoon of music, spotlighting the talents of the next generation of musicians. Details
Sunday October 8, 2023 | 2:00 PM
Orpheum Theatre, 601 Smithe St, Vancouver
$10-$15
Jesse Jo Stark
An LA-native with a lifelong immersion in rock ‘n’ roll, Jesse Jo Stark’s story seeps through her music — a heady, stylized mix of earthy Americana and Hollywood allure. The music is timeless with unmissable nods to 70s rock, classic country, and ethereal pop, while heavy strokes of sex and kitsch add a playfulness to the workmanship of her songwriting. Details
Sunday October 8, 2023 | 8 PM
Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac Street Vancouver
$29.25
Elijah Woods
With Jade LeMac and Shamlo With each new release, the multi-Platinum, 4x JUNO Award-nominated pop singer-songwriter, producer, and engineer elijah woods delivers endless reminders that there are layers to his artistry that even he has yet to discover. Details
Monday, October 9, 2023 | 7 PM
Red Gate, 1965 Main St, Vancouver
$22.50 + applicable fees
III. Theatre/Performing Arts
Little Shop of Horrors
September 7 to October 8, 2023
Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, 2750 Granville Street, Vancouver
$46 – $142
The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie
Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” has stood the test of time as one of her greatest works, enchanting audiences worldwide for over 70 years. This snowbound murder mystery, set in a remote guesthouse, promises an evening of suspense, secrets, and unexpected revelations. Details
September 15 to October 7 2023
Metro Theatre Vancouver, 1370 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver
$25-$36
Fairview
The Cultch Presents Fairview Written by Jackie Sibblies Drury The Search Party (Vancouver) In partnership with b current Performing Arts (Toronto) A radical examination of power, this Pulitzer Prize-winning play confronts notions of theatre, race, and surveillance. Details
September 27 to October 8, 2023
Historic Theatre, 1895 Venables Street, Vancouver
$10.00 – $45.00
Empire of the Son
Radio broadcaster Tetsuro Shigematsu wants to know his reserved, ailing father. As Tetsuro pieces Akira’s story together, three generations of crossed radio signals ripple out in a transcontinental tale of familial love, grief, and joy. Experience this Canadian storytelling classic, reimagined for the PT stage after nearly a decade of international touring. Created and performed by Tetsuro Shigematsu. Details
September 28 – October 21, 2023
Pacific Theatre, 1440 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver
$37.50
Time Stands Still
Donald Margulies’ Time Stands Still focuses on Sarah and James, a photojournalist and a foreign correspondent trying to find happiness in a world that seems to have gone crazy. Theirs is a partnership based on telling the toughest stories, and together, making a difference. But when their own story takes a sudden turn, the adventurous couple confronts the prospect of a more conventional life. (Dramatists Play Service Inc.) Details
October 4 to 8, 2023
The NEST, 1398 Cartwright Street #3rd Floor, Vancouver
$20 – $36+fees
Have a Senior Moment Festival
Join us to celebrate three new works by emerging senior/elder playwrights! Please join us for our inaugural Have a Senior Moment Festival! Come and be amongst the lucky few to explore and hear for the first time three new Canadian plays by Vancouver playwrights – all fabulous senior artists whose plays will be read by a wonderful array of Vancouver’s best actors. Details
October 5, 6, 7, 2023 | 7:30 PM
PAL Studio Theatre, 581 Cardero Street, Vancouver
$15
SOMEONE LIKE YOU
Open-hearted Isabelle is a lifelong romantic, but modern love isn’t like a pop song or an old novel—or is it? When her best friend, Kristin, embarks on a rebound romance, things get complicated as Isabelle’s “wingman” duties cross the line. This charming new comedy launches the mistaken identities of Cyrano de Bergerac into 21st-century Vancouver with millennial manifestos, dating apps, and the quest for self-love. Details
October 5 to 29, 2023
BMO Theatre Centre, 162 West 1st Avenue, Vancouver
$32.00 – $52.00
The Tempest
A magical and ethereal tale, Shakespeare’s The Tempest tells the story of Prospero, the former leader of Milan, and their child, Miranda. While living on a deserted island, Prospero conjures a shipwreck to bring their usurpers to justice. The Tempest deals with the timeless themes of power, love and betrayal. Details
October 5-22, 2023
Studio 58, 100 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver
$10 to $20
F*ck Marry Kill: The Improv Show
Welcome to F*ck Marry Kill. Long form character based improv comedy, with a killer twist. Four friends gather together at a retreat to relive the old days. But secret desires are brewing under the surface. By the end of the day, there will be love, sex, revelations, a wedding, and at least one murder! Details
Saturdays, October 7 to November 25, 2023
Tightrope Theatre, 2343 Main Street, Vancouver
$20
Ryan Long
Canadian comedian famous for his viral videos which have gained over 100 million views. He is also known as the host of The Boyscast With Ryan Long. He was the creator of Torontopia and That Guy, which aired on CBC Comedy. Details
Sunday, October 08, 2023 | 7:00 PM
Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver
$35+fees
IV. Sports/Fitness
BC Lions vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers
It’s your new favourite Thanksgiving tradition, The Gravy Bowl. Start the long weekend off right, bring your friends, and cheer on your BC Lions as they face off against their Western Rivals, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. With the top spot and playoff home-field advantage at stake, it’s one you won’t want to miss. Details
Friday, October 06, 2023 | 7:00 PM
BC Place, 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
$17.5 – $199.25+fees
Vancouver Canucks vs. Calgary Flames
National Hockey League, Vancouver Canucks Home Game. Details
Friday, October 06, 2023 | 7:00 PM
Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
$22 – $198+fees
NBA Canada Series: Toronto Raptors v Sacramento Kings
Don’t miss your opportunity to attend NBA Canada Series presented by Bell. Two-time NBA All-Star Pascal Siakam, 2021-22 Kia NBA Rookie of the Year Scottie Barnes and the Toronto Raptors will take on the 2022-23 NBA Pacific Division champion Sacramento Kings at Rogers Arena in Vancouver. The Kings feature three-time NBA All-Star Domantas Sabonis, 2023 NBA All-Star De’Aaron Fox and Canadian Trey Lyles, and are coached by unanimous 2022-23 NBA Coach of the Year Mike Brown. Details
Sunday, October 08, 2023 | 5:00 PM
Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
$40 – $920+fees
Granville Island Turkey Trot
A hallmark event, the Granville Island Turkey Trot brings together communities in a celebration of Thanksgiving – demonstrating our gratitude for the sport, and our commitment to supporting others. Details
Thanksgiving Monday, October 9
Granville Island, 1812 Maritime Mews, Vancouver
$15 & up
Go Hiking or Visit Nature Areas
Parks and pathways, Provincial parks and conservation reserves are open for people to enjoy some time with nature.
Enjoy a leisurely walk with the family at any of these locations:
- 25 Fabulous Fall Walks and Hikes to Enjoy Fall Colours in Metro Vancouver
- 25 Must Do Waterfall Hikes in Vancouver
- 25 Must-Visit Nature Parks in BC
- 25 Must-Do Waterfall Hikes in BC’s Lower Mainland
- 25 Must Do Scenic Hikes in Metro Vancouver
- 25 Bucket List Worthy Nature Attractions in Vancouver
V. Exhibitions, Festivals & Other Events
Nikkei Garden Farmers Market
Stroll through the booths of fresh and locally grown produce, and deliciously prepared food, uniquely crafted by local makers, all while enjoying the Japanese garden and its seasonal beauty. Get your hands on Japanese/Japanese-inspired food and goods at this market located in the heart of Burnaby. Details
Sundays, October 8, 2023 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby
Free
Nightmare Before Christmas Market
The original Halloween Market, bringing together over 75 maker’s of the most unique items that’ll make your spooky heart sing. This is truly a celebration of the wacky, weird and wonderful- costumes are encouraged. Details
October 7 & 8, 2023
Croatian Cultural Centre, 3250 Commercial Drive, Vancouver
$4 to $5
Brewhalla Chilliwack
Featuring 30+ craft beverage makers & great local music. Join thousands of other craft beverage & music fans for a day of discovery. Cruise the festival sampling the best craft beer, wine, cider, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages while enjoying live music, games, delicious food, and entertainment. Details
Saturday, October 7, 2023 | 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Watson Glen Park, 5727 Tyson Rd, Chilliwack
$36 – $150
Brewhall X Lee’s Donuts Launch Party
October 9, 2023What’s better than donuts? Beer and donuts! Join us to celebrate the launch of Honeydip Donut Ale, our newest collaboration with our friends from Lee’s Donuts. The best part? You’ll get a free Lee’s Donut* with the purchase of the beer. Details
Friday, October 6 | 4pm-8pm
BREWHALL, 97 E 2nd Ave, Vancouver
Free
Reapers Maze of Terror
The black out Maze of Terror is a 22,000 Sq.ft with little or no light filled with everything that goes bump in the night! Details
October 6 to October 31, 2023
Fantasy Farms Inc., 9423 Gibson Rd, Chilliwack
$25 to $30
Brinkworth Dungeon
Visit Brinkworth Dungeon haunted attraction with over 5,000 sq ft of handcrafted movie horror figures set in their own scenes in a winding labyrinth of dungeon corridors, do your best to find your way out before being held captive in the dreaded torture chamber!Details
October 4 to November 5, 2023
22260 48th Ave, Langley
$8 – $20
Halloween: The Lost Souls of Gastown Tour
DISCOVER THE EERIE HISTORY OF VANCOUVER’S OLDEST NEIGHBOURHOOD Follow the lamplight of your guide as they lead you into a world of murder, revenge, and true grit. Brace yourself for a dramatic retelling of Victorian Gastown’s most gruesome stories. Details
October 1 to 31, 2023
Gastown, Vancouver
$29 – $32
Grisly Vancouver Tales.
October conjures up dark tales and mysteries at The Vancouver Police Museum & Archives this month with our Halloween audio tour: Grisly Vancouver Tales. Included with regular admission to the museum, this Halloween audio tour takes visitors through four ghastly tales from Vancouver’s past that will thrill and chill you to the bone. Details
October 1 to 31, 2023
Vancouver Police Museum and Archives, 240 E Cordova St, Vancouver
Regular Admission
Scariest Corn Maze in Canada
The creators of the scariest corn maze in Canada are back at it again, but with two new haunted adventures, The Scariest Forest in Canada & Pitch Black. MF Haunt is a walk-through dark attraction filled with terrifying live actors, amazing special effects and incredible monsters. Details
Friday, September 29 to Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Maan Farms & Estate Winery, 790 McKenzie Rd, Abbotsford
Vancouver International Film Festival
Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) presents its 42nd edition, the first fully in-cinema festival since 2019. This year’s lineup features roughly 140 feature films and 100 shorts, presented on 10 screens in seven Vancouver venues. Vancouverites will be able to explore film culture through an expanded program of live events, performances, and exhibitions. Details
September 28 to October 8, 2023
Various venues, Vancouver
$15-$320
Reflecting on Home
“Reflecting on Home” seeks to honour the history of the land upon which the Ferry Building Gallery stands – the ancestral and unceded territories of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), səl̓ílwətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Nation) who have safeguarded these lands since time immemorial. All participating artists will delve into their individual interpretations of home. Details
September 20 to October 15, 2023
Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Avenue, West Vancouver
Free
James Cameron – CHALLENGING THE DEEP
Dive into James Cameron – CHALLENGING THE DEEP, supported by Coca-Cola Canada, on now at Science World. An immersive, innovative, and interactive exhibition, the exhibition recreates deep-sea environments using cinema-scale projection, artifacts, and technology used in Cameron’s films and expeditions. James Cameron – Challenging the Deep is a major immersive exhibition that traces explorer and filmmaker James Cameron’s merged creative and technical achievements in deep-ocean science, engineering, and exploration. Details
Until Monday January 1, 2024
Science World, 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver
$22.50
The Art of Dimension
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art presents the Vancouver premiere exhibition of The Art of Dimension from July 4 – October 15, 2023. A vibrant celebration of Haida metalwork practices, and a powerful artistic affirmation of Indigenous knowledge sharing across generations, The Art of Dimension features the copper, gold, and silver carving artistry of Haida Gwaii’s lauded Skil Xaaw Jesse Brillon, alongside Bill Reid’s own masterful repoussé works. Details
Until Sunday October 15, 2023
Bill Reid Gallery, 639 Hornby St, Vancouver
Free-$30
Trailblazing: Women in Canada since 1867
Discover the remarkable stories of the women who have shaped Canadian history in Trailblazing – Women in Canada since 1867 , presented by Acuitas Therapeutics on now at Science World. This thought-provoking exhibition explores 150 years of women’s issues through the themes of Work, Education, Body, Politics, and Violence Against Women. Details
Until Monday January 22, 2024
Science World, 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver
$10-$30
Richmond Night Market
The night market has exciting new decorations including a custom 60-foot bouncy castle, oversized prop chairs, neon lights, and a Wonderland-themed forest. The bright colours and magical atmosphere are sure to draw you in, and once you’ve arrived, you’ll want to stay until closing! Details
Until October 9, 2023
8351 River Road, Richmond
$8
Bright Futures
Bright Futures examines the lasting influence of Bill Reid’s iconic art on the development and creation of contemporary Northwest Coast art today, 25 years after his death. Alongside a selection of works from Bill Reid Gallery’s permanent collection, the group exhibition showcases a broad variety of disciplines and cultures from throughout BC and the Yukon, including surrealist painting, classic weaving, wearable art, conceptual installation, modern carving, metalwork, and abstract photography. Details
Until Sunday, January 14, 2024
Bill Reid Gallery, 639 Hornby St, Vancouver
Free – $30
Dressed for History: Why Costume Collections Matter
Clothing is the most personal of artefacts. It reveals so much about who we are, what we do and what we value. Clothing conveys information about occupation, social and economic status, gender and cultural identity and political and religious affiliation. Clothing not only expresses aspects of a wearer’s identity, it also reveals much about the larger context of production. Details
Through November, 2023
Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver
$20-$30
Go on Day Trips
Day trips offer the best adventures. As much as Vancouver spoils you with its natural beauty and landscape, a getaway is always a great idea. Thankfully, British Columbia is filled with wonderful spots that are only a few hours away. Details
Go on Scenic Drives
British Columbia has some of the most scenic vistas in the entire country. With a mixture of ocean, mountains, valleys, lakes, vineyards, waterfalls, orchards and farmland, the highways and byways of the province will take you past some amazing views. A road trip through the province will allow you to experience a little bit of everything. Details
25 Fall Getaways in British Columbia
VI. Thanksgiving Dinner
P2B Restaurant
Join us at P2B Bistro & Bar from October 2nd to 9th for a special Thanksgiving dining experience, available for both lunch and dinner. Our exclusive menu offers a range of individually priced items, or you can opt for a 3-course meal for just $56. Details
October 2 to 9, 2023
P2B Restaurant, 1133 W Hastings St, Vancouver
$17 – $449
Thanksgiving Celebrations Tutto Restaurant & Bar
At Tutto Restaurant & Bar, we’re inviting you to join us on October 6th & 7th for a unique experience that will allow you to get a head start on Thanksgiving celebrations. Our exclusive Thanksgiving Wine List has been carefully curated to perfectly complement our current menu, featuring wines selected specifically for this occasion, alongside a special Pumpkin Risotto. Details
October 6 to 7, 2023
Tutto Restaurant & Bar, 901 Homer Street, Vancouver
$12+
Pier 7 Restaurant + Bar Thanksgiving Menu
Pier 7 will be offering a Thanksgiving menu featuring delectable starters like Honey Garlic Green Beans and House-Fried Biscuits with Butter and Jams. In addition, the three-course featured menu available for $65, includes options like Butternut Squash Soup, Confit Turkey Breast, Braised Bison Short Rib Risotto, and Grilled Cauliflower Steak. Details
Monday October 9, 2023 | 11:30 am to 10:00 pm
PIER 7 Restaurant + Bar, 25 Wallace Mews, North Vancouver
$65
The Lobby Restaurant + Lounge Thanksgiving Menu
Elevate your Thanksgiving this October 8th & 9th, with our three-course menu for $54 per person, with an additional $45 for Okanagan Wine Pairings. Details
October 8 & 9, 2023
The Lobby Restaurant + Lounge, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
$54-$429
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