Attention all you ghouls and goblins: Halloween is nearly here, and there are plenty of spooky (and not-so-spooky) family events to get into the spirit. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or a scaredy cat, Halloween around Metro Vancouver offers something for everyone. So bust out those costumes, shake off the cobwebs, and monster mash your way through a month of fun!
Looking for more Halloween activities near you? Check out our Halloween category for a full list of events!
Britannia Mine Museum | October 17, 18, 24, 25 (*NEW* October 31)
The machines are coming to life at Britannia Mine Museum this Halloween! Inspired by the real equipment used in historic and modern mining, playful Monster Machines help families discover the important jobs these mighty machines perform. Explore the Museum with a mischievous Halloween twist during the family-friendly Monsters, Machines & Mischief experience. For more information, click here.
Canyon Frights | October 9 – November 1
Step into the frightful forest where graveyards, pumpkins, and glowing mushrooms set the stage for a frightfully fun family outing. FaBOOlous favourites from past years combine with new and exciting frights to create a thrilling experience for all. Canyon Frights is suitable for all ages, where families can enjoy spooky games, pumpkins galore, and prizes for all who participate in the activities. For more information, click here.
Spooktacular Newton | October 24
The 9th Annual Spooktacular Newton is bigger, sillier, and spookier than ever! This FREE family-friendly event is one of Surrey’s most anticipated Halloween celebrations, bringing the community together in a fun, inclusive atmosphere that makes Newton an even kinder, stronger, and more welcoming place for everyone. Enjoy trick-or-treating, a pumpkin patch by donation, face painting, crafts, games, and more! For more information, click here.
Central City Halloween Bash | October 31
It’s time for a ghoulishly good time at Central City’s Halloween Bash! It might be dark and cold outside, but 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. For more information, click here.
Robson Street Halloween Treat Trail | October 31
On October 31st from 2 pm to 4 pm, pick up your FREE Robson Street tote bag at the Bute Plaza or at the Robson and Thurlow parklet and look out for the orange flags, marking which stores you can trick-or-treat. The Treat Trail Map will make sure your kids don’t miss a single stop along the way! For more information, click here.
Coola’s Pumpkin Smash | October 31
Have an un-bear-ably good time this Halloween at Coola’s Pumpkin Smash at Grouse Mountain! Enjoy a family scavenger hunt, Halloween-themed activities and games, and watch Coola enjoy two perfectly prepared pumpkins. For more information, click here.
Boo-seum at the Museum: The Museum of Surrey is such a fun and family-friendly location, and they host incredible holiday events throughout the year! Join the Museum of Surrey for spooky stories, Halloween crafts, a costume parade, a scavenger hunt, and a special performance by the Re-enactors! Don’t forget your costumes.
Ghouls and Goblins Public Skate: Put on your costume and lace up your skates for a Spooktacular Skating event! Children 4 and under are FREE, and ‘Get Active’ rates apply for all skaters. This fun Halloween event includes games, prizes, and face painting, and crafts.
Halloween Howler: Kids will love crafts, ride-on toys, face painting, games, balloon critters, mini golf, and more! The Halloween Howler is perfect for kids aged 8 years & under. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is $2.
Halloween on the Train: Stop by the ghoulish Port Moody Station train for some haunted fun! Explore the train and make sure to pick up your trick-or-treat candy on your way to your next stop!
Halloweekend on the River: Can you make it past all the invasive species haunting the Fraser River basin? Dare to explore the unknown lurking beneath the surface in our haunted house, then face the microscopic world where decomposers rule. There’ll be lots to do, so grab your costume and come on by!
Moo or Boo at EcoDairy Farm: Celebrate Halloween at Moo or Boo at EcoFarm Discovery Centre in Abbotsford on October 31, 2026! Families can enjoy barn tours, farm animals, a petting zoo, farm-fresh treats, and festive Halloween fun at this family-friendly fall event. Tickets are available for purchase online.
Monster Mash Swim Night: Whether you’re in your Halloween costume or swim costume, head down to Eileen Dailly pool to join in the Monster Mash. There will be water and deck games, creepy crafts, and a Halloween Hunt. Children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult.
Boo a Friend or Neighbour!
Start a new activity in your neighbourhood! What does it mean to ‘Boo Your Neighbour’? Well, you start by putting together a few bags of treats to leave on the doorsteps of your neighbours, knock to alert them of said treats, and then run away quickly so as not to be discovered as the ‘booer’! For more information, click here.
Waterproof Your Kids for Halloween Rain
On Halloween, every kid’s nightmare is covering up their Halloween costume with bulky jackets, and every parent’s nightmare is bringing home soggy, tired kids after a long night of trick-or-treating. Fortunately, we have some tips to waterproof your kids without covering up their prized costumes! For more information, click here.
Ghoulishly Good Halloween Games
Are you in need of some simple and fun Halloween games? If we’ve learned anything from the past few years, it’s that plans can change in an instant! We’ve rounded up some of our favourite games to play with a crowd. The best part? They’re easy to set up and can be done with items you already have around the house! For more information, click here
BOO-tique Candy Shops in Metro Vancouver
Halloween chocolates and candy out of the bulk boxes are good, but sometimes you want a special treat for close friends and neighbours, and some for yourself, too! These boutique candy shops around Metro Vancouver offer some of the best selections to satisfy your sweet tooth. For more information, click here.
Spook-tacular Haunted Houses & Displays
Halloween is a time for spooky and scary spectacles to emerge, and some people love the feeling of a good fright roaming through haunted houses. If you count yourself among those who love a good Halloween display or Haunted House, there are a few locations around Metro Vancouver you will want to check out this Halloween. For more information, click here.
Where to Trick or Treat
Rain on Halloween is always possible in Metro Vancouver, so if walking around under an umbrella with wet socks isn’t your vibe, consider heading to one of these organized trick-or-treating events on Halloween night to stay warm and dry. For more information, click here.
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