Thanksgiving Weekend in Vancouver
Friday, October 10 – Monday, October 13, 2025
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
Until October 11, 2025
The BOG – Riverside Cranberry Farm, 26885 88 Avenue, Langley City
$7.50 & up
Canyon Frights
Wander through Capilano Suspension Bridge Park’s Canyon Frights—if you dare! Step into the frightful forest and meet your haunted hosts, Elizabeth and Mac, the former owners of Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. The spirited duo will pop up throughout the park, adding a spooky charm to your visit. Highlights: Lights, lights, lights: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park will light up for the occasion, creating the perfect backdrop for some ghostly surprises. Details
October 10 to November 2, 2025
Capilano Suspension Bridge, 3735 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver
Regular Admission
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 3 – 31, 2025
Swangard Stadium & Central Park, 3883 Imperial Street, Burnaby
$17.46-$26.74
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. Details
Untul October 19, 2025
VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak, Vancouver
$7.55 to $15.05
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 11, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Fort Langley National Historic Site, 23433 Mavis Avenue, Fort Langley, Langley
Regular Admission
American Crown Circus & Circo Osorio
An International Showcase of Talent from Mexico, Belarus, Russia, Argentina, Romania and the US, the American Crown Circus & Circo Osorio heads to Canada to spread some “Big Top Magic” throughout the Canada Tour. Children and adults will be mesmerized as they witness our internationally renowned cast. This unique circus was designed with the family audience in mind. Details
October 9 to 13, 2025
Lansdowne Centre, 5300 No 3 Rd, Richmond
$8 – $25
Diwali in Coquitlam
Join us on October 10 at the Evergreen Cultural Centre to celebrate Diwali! Presented alongside with Diwali Fest, this celebration will feature activities for kids, snacks and drinks, vendors, a henna station, and performances inside the Evergreen theatre. Details
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 6 PM – 8 PM
Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Free
Scarecrow Showcase
Autumn is here, the leaves are turning, and that means… it’s scarecrow season! Join us for the 4th annual Scarecrow Showcase at Fort Langley National Historic Site. In partnership with local community groups, we’ve scattered quirky, creative, and downright fun scarecrows all around the site. Details
October 11 to 31, 2025 | 10 am to 4:30 pm
Fort Langley National Historic Site, 23433 Mavis Avenue, Fort Langley, Langley
Regular Admission
River Basin Days: Ferns and Nature Art
River Basin Days is a series of outdoor public programs for families. Join us at different locations around the Fraser River Basin as we explore this incredible watershed! Our staff will guide you through one hour of activities as we learn about the biodiversity of this great river. When we meet a new person, we introduce our names, make conversation, and maybe participate in a shared interest. Details
Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 2 PM – 3 PM
Glenbrook Ravine Park, 50 Richmond St, New Westminster
General admission
Greendale Acres (Chilliwack) Corn Maze
This season, our corn maze is all about the bees — the quiet heroes of our farm and our food system. As you wander through our farm, you’ll discover the essential role bees play in pollination, agriculture, and the health of our planet. We’ve designed the maze to be both fun and educational — with thoughtful stops along the way that highlight just how important these tiny pollinators are. And while you’re here, we’re excited to share something we’ve been working on behind the scenes. Details
Until October 31st, 2025
Greendale Acres, 41905 Yale Road, Chilliwack
$16 to $24
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, 2025
Shangrila Farm, 13842 Spratt Road, Mission
$10 to $15
Family Fun at the Applebarn
Enjoy hay rides, u-pick apples, three corn mazes, Farmville, jumping pillows, the petting barn, pumpkin (opening in Sept), and so much more. Can’t wait to see you at the farm! Details
September 13 to October 31, 2025
Taves Family Farms Applebarn, 333 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford
Free & Ticketed activities
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. Barnyard Adventureland – 11 attractions! Details
September 13 – November 2, 2025
Maan Farms & Estate Winery, 790 McKenzie Rd, Abbotsford
$16.50 & up
Richmond Culture Days
Richmond Culture Days returns this fall from September 19 to October 12, offering visitors a unique opportunity to engage with the city’s diverse arts and culture scene. This three-week event features free or pay-what-you-may activities, including hands-on workshops, open studios, behind-the-scenes tours, and demonstrations led by Richmond’s vibrant artists and cultural organizations. Details
until October 12, 2025
Various, Richmond
Free
BC Culture Days
Culture Days features free participatory and interactive arts and cultural activities presented by individual artists, groups, organizations, municipalities and festivals. The event will feature free, hands-on, interactive activities that invite the public to participate “behind the scenes”—and to discover the world of artists, creators, historians, architects, curators, and designers at work in their community. Details
September 19 to October 12, 2025
Various Locations, BC
Free
Scarecrow Stroll
Fall at Art’s Nursery means one thing…the Scarecrow Festival is back! Now in its 11th year, this beloved community tradition runs daily from September 20 through Halloween, bringing together creativity, family fun, and festive fall magic. Stroll through 60+ handcrafted scarecrow displays, from timeless spooky classics to crowd favorites like Cruella, the Peanuts Gang, Nightmare Before Christmas, and Alice in Wonderland. Details
September 20 – October 31, 2025
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 20 – October 31, 2025
Aldor Acres Family Farm, 84 Avenue, Langley
$20 & up
Richmond Country Farms Pumpkin Patch
As the leaves turn, nights get longer and autumn is in the air, Richmond Country Farms celebrates fall by announcing the return of its beloved Pumpkin Patch at the family owned destination. Each admission includes: Tractor-drawn wagon rides featuring lively entertainment that takes guests to and from the pumpkin patch; Trips through the twists and turns of the classic corn maze; One pumpkin of choice to take home (extra pumpkins $6 each); Plenty of Instagram-able photo opportunities such as hay bales, tractors, pumpkin fields and rustic farm backdrops; Live band The Country Pumpkins featured every weekend and holiday, with wagon entertainers during weekdays; An animal viewing area featuring horses, goats. Details
September 27 – October 31, 2025
Richmond Country Farms, 12900 Steveston Highway, Richmond
$15 to $19
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 autumn, featuring fun photo areas, seasonal activities and entertainment, tasty treats, and more. Explore the garden’s autumn highlights afterwards, including sugar maples, ginkgo trees, bald cypress, and the stunning Autumn Stroll. Details
September 27 to October 19, 2025
VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak, Vancouver
Regular Admission
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! Now two locations in Maple Ridge, BC! The original Laity Pumpkin Patch is referred to as the North location and is designed for the younger members of your family. Details
September 27 – October 31, 2025
Laity Pumpkin Patches, Maple Ridge
$12 – $15
Fin-tastic Fall Days
Experience the warmth and wonder of fall under the sea! At the Vancouver Aquarium’s Fin-tastic Fall Days, families can make cozy autumn memories surrounded by 65,000 incredible animals—from otters to octopuses. Discover every twist and turn of our kelp maze, brave a creepy-crawly 4D movie adventure, join fang-tastic bat talks and scavenger hunts, and soak in the seasonal sights—all part of a fall seal-ebration your family will never forget. Details
October 1 to 31 | 10 AM – 5 PM
The Vancouver Aquarium,845 Avison Way, Vancouver
$27.95 – $55.20 +fees
Once Upon a Haunted Sea
The Haunted Sea returns to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site. 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
September 27 – November 2, 2025
Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, 12138 Fourth Avenue, Richmond
Regular Admission
The Maze of Monsters
Step into Guildford Town Centre’s newest Halloween attraction, The Maze of Monsters! This interactive, family-friendly haunted maze features animatronics, eerie low-light thrills, and mysterious characters around every corner. The experience lasts approximately 2 minutes—perfect for a quick fright! (Little boos and ghouls under 5 may find it a little too spooky.) Details
October 1 to 31, 2025
Guildford Town Centre, 10355 152 Street, Surrey
Free
Burnaby Halloween Festival
October 1 to 31, 2025
Various Venues, Burnaby
$20-$55
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: Outdoor Cedar Maze Outdoor Play Centre Gift Store Indoor Sand Pit Face Boards Face Painter Hay Bale Maze Food Trucks Details
October 1 – 31, 2025
Port Kells Nurseries, 18730 88th Avenue, Surrey
$6.99/person
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
September 27 – October31 | 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Bear Creek Park, 13750 88th Avenue, Surrey
$12 – $17.50
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
October 3 to November 8, 2025
12530 72 Ave, Surrey
$17.99 to $49.99+fees
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
The Legend of the Nine-Coloured Deer
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 630 Hamilton St, Vancouver
$88 to $218 +fees
Halestorm & Lindsey Stirling
What started as a childhood dream of siblings Lzzy and Arejay Hale, Halestorm has become one of the most celebrated rock bands of the last two decades. Halestorm has scored seven number ones at rock radio, and their music has surpassed a billion streams worldwide. They have received two GRAMMY nominations and took home the award for Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance for “Love Bites (So Do I)” in 2012, which Rolling Stone called a “muscular, adventurous, and especially relevant rock record.” Details
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 6:30 PM
UBC – Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre, 6066 Thunderbird Boulevard, Vancouver
$42 & up
54-40
With Kandle. 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. With decades of hit songs and more in the making, the secret to 54•40’s longevity is their ability to redefine and reinvent themselves. Details
October 10 & 11, 2025 | 7:00 PM
Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver
$78.50 & up
Lea Salonga
Musical royalty and official Disney Legend Lea Salonga is bringing her acclaimed Stage, Screen & Everything In Between tour to North America in 2025. Details
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 8:00 PM
River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Rd., Richmond
$88 & up
DJ Habibeats
A powerhouse in the global dance music scene, DJ Habibeats is taking over Fortune Sound on October 10th. Known for his viral event, “Habibi’s House”, Habibeats delivers a one-of-a-kind sound, fusing percussion-heavy genres like Amapiano, Baile Funk, and Jersey Club with the rich cultural influences of the Middle East, Africa, Brazil, and Latin America, garnering listeners worldwide. Details
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 10:00 PM
Fortune Sound Club, 147 East Pender Street, Vancouver
$25 & up
Omnom & Karsten Sollors
Since his forceful breakout in 2018 with the cult classic “Fo Free”, Omnom has continuously proven why he’s one of dance music’s most promising stars. Captivating audiences with an unmistakably hypnotic brand of bass-fuelled House, OMNOM shows no signs of slowing down. Catch Omnom along with special guest Karsten Sollors w/ support from S@M I @M. Details
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 10:00 PM
Celebrities Nightclub, 1022 Davie Street, Vancouver
$35.36 & up
Saint-Saëns’ Third Violin Concerto
Named Gramophone’s 2023 Young Artist of the Year, violinist Stella Chen has dazzled audiences worldwide and now makes her highly anticipated Vancouver debut with Saint-Saëns’ mesmerizing Third Violin Concerto. Conductor David Danzmayr, Music Director of the Oregon Symphony, brings his dynamic energy to Schubert’s enigmatic “Unfinished Symphony.” Details
October 10 to 12, 2025
Orpheum, 601 Smithe St, Vancouver
$32.00 – $135.00
Covet
Covet showcases the visionary math-rock trio led by guitarist Yvette Young, known for their intricate melodies and emotional depth. Blending technical mastery with shimmering soundscapes, the band pushes the boundaries of instrumental music. Through mesmerizing performances and heartfelt artistry, Covet captures the band’s evolution, creativity, and their deep connection with fans across the globe. Details
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 8:30 PM
The Pearl, 881 Granville St, Vancouver
$51.28 & up
The World of Hans Zimmer
The World of Hans Zimmer comes to North America for the first time. Immerse yourself in this cinematic experience conducted by Matt Dunkley, curated by Hans Zimmer at the Pacific Coliseum! The newly staged live show features Zimmer’s brand-new arrangement of the two-time Academy Award winner’s diverse collection of scores, precisely synchronized with epic film sequences. Details
Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Pacific Coliseum, 100 N. Renfrew St., Vancouver
$51 & up
Oddisee – The Good Fight 10 Year Anniversary Tour
Oddisee has built a career on sharp lyricism, airtight production, and a relentless DIY ethic. From his roots with D.C.’s Low Budget Crew and the raw energy of Diamond District to leading his genre-blurring band Good Compny, he’s carved out a lane all his own. Whether it’s the cinematic sweep of Rock Creek Park, the introspection of The Iceberg, or the soulful urgency of To What End, Oddisee’s catalog hits hard and stays smart. Decades in, he’s still pushing boundaries—with no middleman, no compromise. Details
Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 7:00 PM
Fortune Sound Club, 147 East Pender Street, Vancouver
$28.21 & up
Dallas Smith + His Band (UNPLUGGED)
Big Loud artist Dallas Smith has a track record of noteworthy success – from front man of Platinum-selling rock band Default to 3x consecutive CCMA Entertainer of the Year. Across his storied career, the bona fide hitmaker has amassed 21 Gold-certified singles, nine Platinum certified singles, and four Gold-certified albums, with more than 640 million global streams and over two million album equivalents to date. Details
Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Abbotsford Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Way, Abbotsford
Varies
Lea Salonga
Music theatre royalty and official Disney Legend Lea Salonga is bringing her acclaimed Stage, Screen & Everything In Between tour to North America in 2025. Details
Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 8:00 PM
River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Rd., Richmond
Varies
Blue Hawaii
Reflecting a fusion of 00s dance music and Indie Sleaze while still preserving their deep emotional core, join Blue Hawaii in the celebration of their ever-evolving sound at Forutne Sound on Saturday, October 11 Blue Hawaii is Raphaelle Standell and Alexander Kirby Cowan. Riding off the stellar reception of their anthem “I Felt Love” and its rave remix, Blue Hawaii released “Diamond Shovel” in 2024. Details
Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 10:00 PM
Fortune Sound Club, 147 East Pender Street, Vancouver
$28.67 & up
Deep Dish
Deep Dish is the Grammy-winning duo of Ali “Dubfire” Shirazinia and Sharam Tayebi, known for shaping the global house scene with their signature blend of progressive, deep, and tech house. Hailing from Washington, D.C., they rose to fame with iconic remixes for artists like Madonna and Dido, and hits like Flashdance and Say Hello. Details
Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 10:00 PM
Celebrities Nightclub, 1022 Davie Street, Vancouver
$44.50 & up
Kurtis Conner: The Goodfellow World Tour
Kurtis Conner is back on the road with his biggest project yet – The Goodfellow World Tour. A sell-out performer, podcaster, and global YouTube sensation, Conner is bringing his freshest, funniest material yet to the stage. After studying comedy writing and performance in Toronto, Conner quickly found an audience on Vine, later migrating to YouTube and growing that audience to over 5 million subscribers worldwide. Details
Sunday, October 12, 2025 | 6:30 PM
Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 600 Block Hamilton St., Vancouver
$51 & up
The Beta Band – The Three EPs Tour
The Beta Band: The Three EPs Tour celebrates the return of the cult Scottish group whose genre-blending sound reshaped indie music. Revisiting their iconic early releases, the tour brings together hypnotic rhythms, psychedelic visuals, and a devoted fanbase. It’s a triumphant revival of experimental spirit and creative freedom that defined The Three EPs and The Beta Band’s legacy. Details
Sunday, October 12, 2025 | 7:00 PM
Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St., Vancouver
$60.50 & up
Shawn Mendes – On The Road Again
Sunday, October 12, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Varies
Daniel Lanois
It all started on the outskirts of Berlin in a small chapel, 3 part harmony with my mates, Jermaine Holmes on drums and vocals, the mighty Jim Wilson on bass and vocals, Lanois on guitar and vocals. The chapel acoustics were such that the vocals sounded beautiful, we chose to keep our instruments quiet and let the vocals fill the night. Details
Monday, October 13, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Great Canadian Casino Vancouver, 2080 United Blvd, Coquitlam
$61.25 & up
III. Theatre/Performing Arts
I Know What You Did Last Weekend
A group of friends. One terrible incident. Can they keep their deadly secret buried? … or will their past come back to haunt them? Prepare to be launched into a laugh-out-loud world of secrets, betrayals, and melodrama inspired by 90s teen slasher films. With the audience steering the twists, the story unfolds through uproarious flashbacks, culminating in one final gasp worthy reveal – the outrageous truth about what happened last weekend! Details
September 18 to November 1, 2025
The Improv Centre, 1502 Duranleau St, Vancouver
$24.50 to $36.50 +fees and taxes
You Used To Call Me Marie…
By Tai Amy Grauman AN EPIC MÉTIS LOVE STORY Music plays and ponies dance as the epic story of Marie Callihoo and generations of Alberta’s Métis women unfurls through time. Follow Marie, Iskwewo, Napew, and Mistatim (“horse” in Michif) in intertwined celebrations of love and resilience as the Métis Nation emerges across the plains. Details
September 25 to October 12, 2025
BMO Theatre Centre, 162 West 1st Avenue, Vancouver
$37.00 – $73.00
Wolf
WOLF. A gasp-inducing acrobatic thrill ride. Clad in designer Libby McDonnell’s form-hugging costumes and set to DJ Ori Lichtik’s relentless primal rhythms, the cast of ten extraordinary Circa artists grasp, tear, climb, leap and balance with fierce abandon. For Director Yaron Lifschitz, the wolf is a symbol of our untameable selves: liberating, anarchic and savage. Details
October 1 to 18, 2025
York Theatre, 639 Commercial Drive, Vancouver
$39.00 – $94.00
Outside Mullingar
In rural Ireland, shy farmer Anthony and determined neighbour Rosemary navigate land feuds, family grudges, and eccentric twists. When Anthony’s inheritance is threatened, Rosemary steps into the fight. Poetic, dark, and wickedly funny, Outside Mullingar is a tender battle against time, mortality, and the stubbornness of love. Details
October 2 to 18, 2025
Jericho Arts Centre, 1675 Discovery Street, Vancouver
$26.90 & up
The Time Machine
“Is humankind advancing at all? Or will we just destroy ourselves in the end?” Based on the classic science fiction novel by H. G. Wells, the world premiere of The Time Machine is a riveting voyage through time to the year 802,701. The Traveler, joined by his eccentric assistant Filby and their dinner party guests, travels to a post-apocalyptic world populated by Eloi and Morlocks. Details
October 2-12, 2025
Studio 58, 100 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver
0 – $20
The Wedding Party: A Dinner Theatre Escape Room
Until December 28, 2025
Glowbal, 590 W Georgia St, Vancouver
$160.25 – $178 per person
Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Tenor
MAGGIE: It was even better than I thought it would be. I guess that’s because you’re Italian. When a world-famous opera star passes out before the biggest night in Cleveland opera history, his hapless assistant must step in-literally. What follows is a whirlwind of mistaken identities, slamming doors, and not one but two Otellos tearing through a hotel suite. Details
October 3 to 25, 2025
Metro Theatre, 1370 Marine Drive SW, Vancouver
$45.00 – $55.00
Have a Senior Moment Festival
Western Gold’s HAVE A SENIOR MOMENT FESTIVAL is an event that turns the notion of “have a senior moment” (normally understood as a moment of forgetfulness, a foolish mistake, or a lack of understanding based on age) on its head! A multi-disciplinary series of events and gatherings showcasing the performing arts for old folx and/or by old folx, HAVE A SENIOR MOMENT FESTIVAL provides a gathering place for young, old, and those in between. Details
October 3 – 11, 2025
PAL Studio Theatre, 581 Cardero Street, Vancouver
PWYC to $20
Co.ERASGA: Eternal Gestures
The Dance Centre presents a visionary World Premiere from Co.ERASGA. Eternal Gestures is a trilogy of evocative solo works commissioned from Indigenous Coast Salish-based choreographers Starr Muranko, Michelle Olson and Margaret Grenier, and performed by Artistic Director Alvin Erasga Tolentino. This poetic work uplifts the voices of Indigenous women, asserts our deep connection to the land, and speaks to truth, healing, and the decolonization of art. Details
October 9 & 10, 2025 at 8 PM
Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St, Vancouver
$29-$39
IV. Sports/Fitness
Canada Super60 Cricket
October 8 to 13, 2025
BC Place, 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
$23 & up
Vancouver Canucks vs. St. Louis Blues
Get ready for an electrifying showdown at the Rogers Arena as the Vancouver Canucks prepare to light up the ice against the St. Louis Blues! Don’t miss out on the adrenaline-packed action. Details
Monday, October 13, 2025 | 4:30 PM
Rogers Arena, 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
$91.50 & up
2025 Granville Island Turkey Trot
The Granville Island Turkey Trot is a hallmark event for Granville Island and the Vancouver run community. The annual event brings together runners in a celebration of Thanksgiving, demonstrating our community of running, our gratitude for the sport, and our commitment to supporting others. Details
Monday October 13, 2025 | 8:30 AM
Performance Works, 1218 Cartwright St, Vancouver
$20 – $6
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
Thanksgiving Dinner/Brunch
Vancouver Outsider Arts Festival
Presented by the Community Arts Council of Vancouver, the Vancouver Outsider Arts Festival (VOAF) returns for its eighth edition. The first and only one of its kind in the country, the festival showcases and supports outsider artists coming from a wide range of backgrounds who challenge the conventions of mainstream art. Details
October 10 to 12, 2025
Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver
Free
Oddities & Curiosities Expo
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo showcases hand selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses with all things weird. You’ll find items such as: taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/halloween inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, skulls/bones, funeral collectibles & much more. Details
October 11-12, 2025
Vancouver Convention Centre, 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver
$20 to $25
Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF)
his year’s lineup will feature more than 435 screenings, unique VIFF Live performances, VIFF Talks with top international creatives, a robust Artist & Industry program, and many more celebrations of film culture. The 2025 edition’s expanded festival footprint will screen roughly 170 feature films and 100 shorts on 13 screens across 10 venues in Vancouver. Details
October 2 to 12, 2025
Multiple venues, Vancouver
$16 to $21
DreadWorlds REALM OF HORROR Haunted House
Dreadworlds Realm of Horror – a brand new haunted attraction coming to the heart of Langley this fall. Featuring 14,000 feet of industry level sets, costumes, actors, makeup and effects, this haunted house offers a uniquely immersive and spine-chilling experience for all who dare to enter. Details
October 3 to November 1, 2025
3987 232 Street, Langley Township
$34.95-$119.00
Vancouver Fall Food Fest 2025
Welcome to the 3rd Annual Fall Food Fest — Vancouver’s Coziest Food Crawl! From October 3 to November 9, explore Metro Vancouver’s best cafes, bakeries, and food spots as they serve up limited-time, fall-inspired drinks and treats made just for the festival. It’s the perfect excuse to check out a new spot, catch up with a friend, plan a cozy food crawl, or just enjoy the ultimate solo fall date — all while supporting local businesses during the coziest time of the year. Details
October 3 to November 9, 2025
Various Restaurants, Metro Vancouver
Free
Reapers Maze of Terror
For those who dare to enter its twisted, shadowy corridors, it offers an unforgettable experience—an encounter with the supernatural, a dance with the unknown, and a haunting memory that lingers long after the autumn chill has passed! Details
October 3 to November 1, 2025
Fantasy Farms Inc., 9423 Gibson Rd, Chilliwack
$30 to $35
Riley Park Summer Farmers Market
Riley Park Farmers Market – Summer takes place each Saturday at 30th Ave. & Ontario St. Shop from 35+ farms and producers, food and coffee trucks. Details
Saturdays | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
50 E 30th Ave & Ontario St, Vancouver
Free
Richmond Night Market
As the sun sets, the night market come alive with over 600 international food options that waiting for you to explore, tempting your taste buds with an exotic journey of flavors. Explore more than 110 retail booths, each a treasure trove of unique finds, trendy fashion, and artisanal crafts. Experience the thrill of our huge bouncy castles, adding an extra layer of excitement to the vibrant festivities. Details
Until October 13, 2025
8351 River Road, Richmond
$7
NDN Giver
Until January 25, 2026
Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art, 639 Hornby St, Vancouver
$6 to $13
SFU’s Marianne and Edward Gibson Art Museum presents Edge Effects
Simon Fraser University marks the grand opening of the transformative new facility, the Marianne and Edward Gibson Art Museum, on Sept. 20. Featuring an award-winning design by Hariri Pontarini Architects, the 12,000-square-foot museum features BC-sourced mass timber and engineered hardwood floors, and expansive windows that connect the warm interior with the landscape, fostering a sense of openness for visitors within an intimate setting. Details
Until February 15, 2026
SFU’s Marianne and Edward Gibson Art Museum, 3004 8888 University Drive, Burnaby
Free
Halloween Fright Festival – Scariest Corn Maze in Canada
Home to the Scariest Corn Maze in Canada, our nighttime experience has evolved into our first Halloween Fright Festival—a full celebration featuring the rebuilt Slaughterhouse, the NEW neon nightmare of 3D CarnEvil, and the darkness of The Way Down. Balance the scares with the family-friendly Frightfully Fun Forest Pumpkin Patch, glowing with Canada’s Biggest Pumpkin House. Details
Until November 1, 2025
Maan Farms, 790 McKenzie Rd, Abbotsford
Varies by date
Halloween: The Lost Souls of Gastown Tour
This Halloween season, step inside a world of murder, revenge, and true grit in a dramatic retelling of Victorian Gastown’s earliest stories. 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, 2025
Gastown, Vancouver
$30 to $33
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. Discover the different exhibits and sections within the museum and see how each tale relates to the room or exhibit surrounding it. Details
October 1 to 31, 2025
Vancouver Police Museum and Archives, 240 E Cordova St, Vancouver
Regular Admission
Where are we now?
The Ferry Building Gallery is delighted to present Where are we now? a group exhibition that delves into locating the self through the act of creation. In their sculpture, Coral Patola explores the complexities and intersectionality of their identity: the immigrant culture of Chinese Canadians, the Southeast Asian diaspora of Singapore and Malaysia, and their paternal Ukrainian heritage. Details
Until November 2, 2025
Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Avenue, West Vancouver
Free or By Donation
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
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