Cheapies and Freebies
Having kids can get expensive but having fun with kids does not have to be. Many of the other pages include activities that can be done for free but this page is dedicated to those special deals that come along every once in a while. Please note that these deals are subject to change without notice. We encourage you to call the facility before you head out on your fun activities!
Goodbye Gourds! Where to Smash Your Pumpkins This Weekend đ
Halloween might be over, but those droopy jack-oâ-lanterns on your porch arenât going anywhere fast. In Metro Vancouver, we know better than to leave them out for the bears. But donât worry, your pumpkinâs story doesnât have to end in the compost bin. From creative recycling events to pumpkin catapults,
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DNV Annual Pumpkin Drop
Get ready to watch your pumpkins make the big drop! Bring your drooping jack-o-lanterns and watch them get dropped off the four-story training tower at Fire Station 1. In addition to epic pumpkin smashes, there will also be face painting, games and family activities. DNV Annual Pumpkin Drop: Date: November
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Port Moody Firefighters Charity Pumpkin Smash
Get ready to smash your pumpkins in support of a good cause! Don’t let the bears and other animals destroy your beloved jack-o-lanterns; bring them to the Port Moody Fire Hall and watch them get smashed! This fun, community initiative is a fundraiser for charity, and a $5 donation is
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New Westminster Pumpkin Smash
Not sure what to do with your carved pumpkins? Join a fun, family event and watch your pumpkin get dropped from 100 ft in the air at Firehall #1! New Westminster Pumpkin Smash: Date: November 1, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Venue: Fire Hall 1 Address: 1 East
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Best Events in November in Metro Vancouver
Welcome to November, seemingly the wettest month of the year! Fortunately, there are plenty of events to keep you busy and we’ve pulled together some of our top-picks for the month. Whether it’s Remembrance Day ceremonies or holiday events and markets, our calendar has a full list of family-friendly activities.
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Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village Museum
Experience the old-fashioned magic of Christmas at Heritage Christmas at the Burnaby Village Museum. Stroll through the 1920âs village and enjoy spectacular lights, vintage-themed displays and historical exhibits. Enjoy a ride on the historic carousel for $2.86 +tax. Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village Museum: Date: November 25, 2026 – January
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Trick-or-Treat in Downtown PoCo
Who says trick-or-treating has to be limited to one day? Downtown PoCo BIA is hosting 5 days of treats for little ghouls and goblins! Visit participating stores during opening hours from October 27 – 31 to receive a little bag of treats. Trick or Treat in Downtown PoCo: Date: October
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Halloween in Cambie Village
Halloween is almost here, and Cambie Village is the place to be for spooky fun! Visit on October 30 in the evening to kick of a weekend of fun. Then, start Halloween with a movie (Beetlejuice) at Park Theatre, followed by family fun, live music, and of course – trick-or-treating
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Trick-or-Treating at Capilano Mall
Bring your monster squad and get ready for a K-Pop Candy Hunters afternoon of trick-or-treating. Visit stores marked with a spooky decal to unearth ghoulish goodies (while supplies last).â Trick or Treat at Capilano Mall: Date: October 31, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Venue: Grand Courtâ , Capilano Mall
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Best Christmas Markets & Craft Fairs in Metro Vancouver
The holiday craft fairs are starting early in 2025 and we’re here to help you shop local! With so many small shops closing in 2024, it’s more important than ever to support local artists and makers. We love browsing the vendor’s stalls, talking to the artisans, and discovering magical creations
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