Do you have a family that loves all things spectacularly spooky? The Halloween events across Canada have started, and we’ve got all the details for our ghouls and goblins. From scares and haunts to photo ops to fun for all ages, our Family Fun Team has been working hard to update each city’s calendars with all the fang-tastic events, and we want to share all of our favourite ideas. If you’re visiting a new town, just moved to a new place, or you’re looking for a great Halloween event in your hometown, we’ve got some family-friendly ideas for all ages.

Pumpkins After Dark

Over 10,000 hand-carved pumpkins will light up the night at Pumpkins After Dark, providing you with a one-of-a-kind walk-through experience across Canada.  Kids, teens, parents and grandparents will find the magic of this season at Canada’s award-winning outdoor Halloween event.

City and Dates:
Calgary, Alberta | September 25 to October 31, 2026 | Plus, use the code ‘FAMILYFUN’ to get 15% off!
Edmonton, Alberta | September 25 to October 31, 2026 | Discount Code: FAMILYFUN – Save 15% on tickets
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan | October 8 to 31, 2026 | For an extra 15% off, use the code: FAMILYFUN.
Winnipeg, Manitoba | October 15 to 31, 2026
Milton, Ontario | September 26 to October 31, 2026 | Get 15% off all tickets with the discount code FAMILYFUN.
London, Ontario | October 2 to 31, 2026 | Get 15% off all tickets with the discount code FAMILYFUN.
Markham, Ontario | October 2 to 31, 2026 | Get 15% off all tickets with the discount code FAMILYFUN.

Villains and vampires in Vancouver. We’ve got the details on some of the fun ages aimed for younger to older family members. Find more Halloween fun here.

Britannia Mine Museum 

About: Explore the Museum with a mischievous Halloween twist during the family-friendly Monsters, Machines & Mischief experience.
Dates: October 17, 18, 24, 25, 2026
Venue: The Britannia Mine Museum
Address: 150 Copper Dr, Britannia Beach

Central City Halloween Bash

About: Inside Central City, the fun is heating up with Halloween and family-friendly activities to warm up the cool autumn days.  Whether you’re looking for a party to show off your costumes or a place to enjoy trick-or-treating indoors this year, Central City has something for the whole family this Halloween.
Dates: October 31, 2026
Venue: Central City
Address: 10153 King George Boulevard, Surrey

Creepy and crawly in Calgary! This city will be full of family-fun during this spooky season. Find more Halloween fun here.

The Hangar Flight Museum

About: It’s time to find your costume, grab your magnifying glass, and get your tickets to the Haunted Pumpkin Hunt at The Hangar Flight Museum! Join a scavenger hunt, play games, and make a craft. Don’t forget to visit your favourite aircraft while there!
Dates: October 30 – November 1, 2026
Venue: The Hangar Flight Museum
Address: 4629 McCall Way NE, Calgary, AB

ZooBOO at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo

About: Trick-or-treating is a WILD adventure at ZooBoo! Your little ones can dress up in their best costumes and celebrate Halloween with their favourite zoo animals!
Dates: October 31 – November 1, 2026
Venue: Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
Address: 210 St. George’s Drive NE, Calgary, AB

Enchantment, eerie and EEEKS in Edmonton and area. Here’s another city that brings the fun to the season. Find more events here.

Kiwi’s Haunted House

About: Celebrate spooky season at Kiwi’s Haunted House! Explore haunted trails and a creepy greenhouse filled with skeletons, ghouls, and Halloween surprises. Visit during the child-friendly hour from 5:30–6:30 PM, or stay after dark when the scares ramp up!
Dates: October 9–10, 16–17, 22–24, 29–30 & November 1, 2026
Venue: Kiwi Garden Centre
Address: 31313 118 Avenue, Spruce Grove

City of St. Albert Halloween Haunt

About: The St. Albert Halloween Haunt is back with an afternoon packed with Halloween fun for kids ages 2–12, including inflatables, treats, crafts, roaming characters, a Spooky Skate, a quieter sensory-aware Inclusive Hour and more!
Dates: October 17, 2026
Venue: Servus Credit Union Place
Address: 400 Campbell Road, St. Albert

Spooky and scary in Saskatoon. This city will be full of excitement this month. Find more Halloween events here.

Halloween Displays in Saskatoon

About: Saskatoon has created a guide with the best Halloween Displays in the city. This is a great opportunity to see the spookiest displays across Saskatoon.
Dates: October 15-31, 2026
Venue: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan (and area)

The BEST Haunted Houses, Trails and MORE in Saskatoon

About: Saskatoon has a list of some of the scariest haunted house in our city. Not just haunted houses though. Saskatoon will also have a Haunted Car Wash at JJ’s Car Wash, and they have some spooky trails if you’re feeling brave enough.
Dates: October 3 – 31, 2026
Venue: Across Saskatoon and outside of the city.

Terror and thrills in Toronto. You want Halloween events? Toronto has them! Find even more events here.

BooFest

About: Step into a world of spooky fun at BooFest! This family-friendly Halloween-themed festival returns to Cloverdale Mall in the heart of Etobicoke for two action-packed weekends.
Dates: October 17-18 & 24-25, 2026
Venue: Cloverdale Mall (near the former Target store)
Address: 250 The East Mall, Etobicoke

Guide to the Best Ghost Walks and Haunted Houses in Toronto and the GTA

About: If you’re looking for what goes bump in the night, check out the Guide to the Best Ghost Walks and Haunted Houses in Toronto and the GTA! There are also a scary number of more mature thrills and chills to be had when the sun goes down, ideal for older kids and teens.
Dates: October 1 – 31, 2026
Venue: Toronto and the GTA

Horrors and haunts in Halifax. Join some spooky fun in this amazing city. Find more Halloween events here.

Spooktacular Splash

About: You can visit Atlantic Splash Adventure on weekends from 11 AM to 5 PM and enjoy Halloween activities, fun decorations, and contests every weekend! Don’t forget to dress up!
Dates: Weekends in October, until October 31st, 2026
Venue: Atlantic Splash Adventure
Address: 1200 Lucasville Road, Lucasville

The Best Ghost Walks in Halifax

About: If you’re in Halifax and looking for an experience that combines local history with a touch of the supernatural, then participating in one of the city’s ghost walks is an absolute must. Halifax, with its rich maritime past and ancient folklore, provides the perfect backdrop for tales of restless spirits and eerie occurrences.
Dates: October, 2026
Venue: Halifax


Looking for more October fun? Make sure to check out Canada’s Fall with Family Fun From Sea to Shining Sea or check out places to find Pumpkin Patches Across Canada.