Vancouver's Ultimate Halloween Guide 2024

Vancouver's Ultimate Halloween Guide 2024

Spooky Thrills Across the Lower Mainland

As the leaves turn and a chill creeps into the air, Vancouver and the Lower Mainland are gearing up for a thrilling Halloween season. From family-friendly activities to spine-tingling adult events, the region has something for everyone this October. Let's dive into the most exciting Halloween happenings for 2024!

Haunted Attractions

Fright Nights at Playland

  • Dates: October 4-31, 2024 (select nights)
  • Location: 2901 East Hastings Street, Vancouver
  • Features: 8 haunted houses, 15+ rides, live performances
  • Prices: $33-$61 depending on the night
  • Website: frightnights.ca

Cougar Creek's House of Horrors

  • Dates: October 4 to November 2, 2024
  • Location: Surrey
  • Features: Three haunted houses and other scary experiences
  • Website: cougarcreekshouseofhorrors.com

Brinkworth Dungeon

  • Dates: October 4 to November 5, 2024
  • Location: Langley
  • Features: Exceptional haunted house experience
  • Website: brinkworthdungeon.com

Dreadworks Haunted House

  • Dates: September 27 to November 3, 2024
  • Location: Surrey
  • Features: Immersive experience combining live theatre, haunted houses, and escape rooms
  • Website: dreadworkshaunt.com

Reaper's Haunted Attraction

  • Dates: September 28 to November 2, 2024
  • Location: Chilliwack
  • Website: reapershaunt.ca

Family-Friendly Events

Canyon Frights at Capilano Suspension Bridge

  • Dates: October 11-31, 2024
  • Location: North Vancouver
  • Features: Halloween-themed lights, decorations, and activities
  • Hours: 10 am to 8 pm (extended hours on select dates)
  • Website: capbridge.com/events/canyon-frights

Burnaby Village Museum Halloween Event

  • Dates: October 23-27, 2024
  • Location: Burnaby
  • Features: Family-friendly Halloween experience, food trucks, themed treats
  • Website: burnabyvillagemuseum.ca

Pumpkins After Dark

  • Dates: October 3-31, 2024
  • Location: Swangard Stadium and Central Park, Burnaby
  • Features: Outdoor walkthrough experience with thousands of carved pumpkins
  • Website: pumpkinsafterdark.com

Maan Farms Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze

  • Dates: September 14 to November 3, 2024
  • Location: Abbotsford
  • Features: Family-friendly fall activities
  • Website: maanfarms.com

Central Spark

  • Date: October 25, 2024
  • Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
  • Location: Central Park, Burnaby
  • Features: Live music, food trucks, drone light display, fireworks
  • Website: burnaby.ca/central-spark

Adult-Oriented Events

Halloween Boat Parties

  1. Halloween Havoc Boat Party
    • Date: November 1, 2024
    • Time: 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
    • Location: Burrard Queen, 760 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
    • Tickets: Starting at $40
    • Website: vancouverboatparties.com

  2. Vancouver Halloween Ghost Ship Party Cruise
    • Date: October 26, 2024
    • Time: 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
    • Location: Burrard Queen, 750 Pacific Boulevard, Vancouver
    • Tickets: $68.58 - $824.00
    • Website: whereitsatent.com

Haunted Walking Tours

  • Company: Ghostly Vancouver Tours
  • Dates: Weekly on Friday and Saturday evenings
  • Time: 7:30 PM
  • Price: $29 per adult
  • Website: ghostlyvancouvertours.com

Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival

  • Dates: October 18-20, 2024 (Burnaby edition)
  • Location: Cineplex Cinemas Metropolis, Burnaby
  • Features: Showcase of horror movies, short films, and feature films
  • Website: vancouverhorrorshow.com

Community Events

Celebrate the Night - Maple Ridge

  • Date: October 19, 2024
  • Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location: Memorial Peace Park, Maple Ridge
  • Features: Storytelling, pumpkins, lanterns, crafts, games, food trucks, fireworks
  • Website: mapleridge.ca/1758/Celebrate-the-Night

Alouette Cemetery Display

  • Dates: October 1-31, 2024
  • Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location: 12795 227 A Street, Maple Ridge
  • Features: Handmade animatronics and tombstones
  • Website: alouettecemetery.ca

Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes

Various farms throughout the Lower Mainland offer pumpkin patches and corn mazes. Some popular options include:
  • Maan Farms (Abbotsford)
  • Chilliwack Corn Maze (Chilliwack)
  • Petey's Pumpkin Patch (Chilliwack)
Whether you're seeking thrills, family fun, or a unique way to celebrate, Vancouver and the Lower Mainland have it all this Halloween season. Remember to check event websites for ticket information and any COVID-19 related guidelines. Happy haunting, Vancouver!
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