Halloween 2019: 45 events happening around Metro Vancouver
Credit to Author: Julia Piper| Date: Thu, 03 Oct 2019 13:00:40 +0000
The Stanley Park Ghost Train is one of many events happening this Halloween.
Our 2019 events guide features everything from ghostly creatures and things that go bump in the night, to the not-too-spooky events for the young and easily scared.
Fright Nights
Scaredy-cats beware! Fright Nights at Playland is where murderous ghouls, clowns, mysterious creatures and things that go bump in the night come to life. Fright Nights features blood-chilling rides, gripping live shows, haunted houses and much more. • PNE Fairgrounds • Oct. 4-31, Frightnights.ca
A Fright Nights characters from ” Darkness” poses at Playland.
Reapers Haunted Attraction & Maze of Terror
Reapers is an insane asylum-themed haunt bringing the horrors of crazed patients to twisted doctors and hospital staff. The blackout Maze of Terror is a 22,000 sq. ft. maze with little or no light filled with everything that goes bump in the night, including the Chainsaw Massacre experience, roaming the maze with, yes, a real chainsaw! • 9423 Gibson Rd., Chilliwack • Oct. 4-31, doors 7 p.m. • Reapers: $11, The Maze of Terror: $11, Reapers & The Maze Combo: $20, reapers.ca
Potter’s House of Horrors
Every fall, Potter’s staff converts the grounds from an enjoyable, plant-filled garden centre into a maze of terror with all the latest animatronics, digital sounds, high-tech scares and trained actors to put on a fun and scary event that sends chills down the spines of all those who enter. There are two ultra-scary haunted houses, plus a Li’l Haunters attraction geared for kids 12 and under. Family Hour is a tamer version of the scary haunted houses, for younger guests or the faint of heart. • Potter’s Farm & Nursery, 12530 72nd Ave., Surrey • Oct. 4-Nov. 2 • $15.99-$29.99, pottershouseofhorrors.com
Potter’s House of Horrors.
Morgue Ghost Tours
Looking for an event to thrill, chill and excite? Start the month of ghouls and goblins with a bang! The Northern Paranormal Investigators presents two spooktacular evenings of storytelling. Northern Paranormal Investigators have been visiting the museum for several years and have done many investigations in which they have interacted with the spirits of the museum. Thousands of bodies have been through the halls (it was the old city morgue, after all) and some of their ghosts still lurk around. On these two nights, NPI members will take small groups through the museum and tell the stories of what they have found here. If you’re looking for an evening of captivating stories and otherworldly things, this is the event for you! • Vancouver Police Museum, 240 East Cordova St. • Oct. 5 and Oct. 19, 45-minute tours run from 7 p.m.-midnight • 604-665-3346, vancouverpolicemuseum.ca
On stage – Dracula: The Bloody Truth
Travelling across Europe, from the dark and sinister Transylvanian mountains to the charming seaside town of Whitby, Abraham Van Helsing is aided by three enthusiastic but unskilled assistants as he illustrates to the audience the true story of Dracula. In order to tell this story, four actors portray 40 different characters. Presented by White Rock Players. • The Playhouse, 1532 Johnston Rd., White Rock • Oct. 9-26, 604-536-7535, whiterockplayers.ca/shows
Dracula: The Bloody Truth, presented by the White Rock Players.
Alice: An Immersive Murder Mystery
Brace yourselves for an immersive theatre experience at the Vancouver Police Museum. Solve a crime inspired by true events and scour the old city morgue for clues. Who killed Alice? In the dying hours of Oct. 26, 1929, Miss Alice Stapleton was found dead at the Shaughnessy home of the prominent Winchester family. Miss Stapleton, the Winchesters’ nanny, was discovered lying in a pool of blood on the floor of the wine cellar. The cause of death: blunt force trauma to the head. Can you help find her killer? • Vancouver Police Museum and Archives, 240 East Cordova St. • Oct. 24-31, 7 p.m. • $75, 604-665-3346, vancouverpolicemuseum.ca
Haunted Vancouver Trolley Tour
As the night falls and shadows begin to appear, you will be whisked away by a San Francisco-style trolley where you will see streets and homes that seem normal, but if you look and listen closely enough you will hear echoes of murders and other devastating events. Your host will tell the historic crime tales that took place in familiar neighbourhoods of Stanley Park, Gastown, Shaughnessy and more. You will drive by eerie locations and hear gruesome stories about Seaforth Armoury, Sylvia Hotel and Leg in Boot Square. The tour stops to visit Prospect Point in Stanley Park and Mountain View Cemetery in east Vancouver, where the troubled spirits occupy their time. Then it’s a walk through the cemetery to visit the graves of some of the souls featured throughout the tour. You never know who you might bump into along the way … • Departs and returns to Canada Place • Oct. 11-31 • Tours depart hourly from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. (No tours Oct. 13 or 14) • From $59, ages 13+, 604-451-1600, westcoastsightseeing.com
Haunted Vancouver Trolley Tours.
The Lost Souls of Gastown
Venture through the streets and alleyways of Victorian Gastown into Vancouver’s earliest and most gruesome history. Forbidden Vancouver Walking Tours is staging the Lost Souls of Gastown Tour every night this Halloween season. Part walking tour, part roving gothic theatre experience, the tour takes guests on a journey deep into the heart of Victorian Gastown. Suitable for ages 14+ • Start point: Cathedral Square, across from the Holy Rosary Cathedral at Dunsmuir and Richards. End point: Maple Tree Square in Gastown • Oct. 14-31 • $25/$28, forbiddenvancouver.ca
Will Woods is the chief story teller with Forbidden Vancouver, which hosts an hour-and-a-half Halloween walking tour called Lost Souls of Gastown.
Grave Tales
Fort Langley’s talented storytellers spin tales of love, mysterious burials and hair-raising amputations on these historic walking tours through the village of Fort Langley. Heritage interpreters tell tales of misfortune in Fort Langley’s cemeteries, streets and inside the Hudson’s Bay Company fort. • Fort Langley National Historic Site, 23433 Mavis Ave., Fort Langley • Oct. 16 until Nov. 3, Various times • $17.10, 604-513-4777, pc.gc.ca
Fort Langley’s Grave Tales.
On stage – The Creature Creeps
This hilarious sendup of the horror story genre has an ancient castle, creaking doors, mad scientist, his misshapen assistant, a grim housekeeper, secret laboratory, shrieks from the depths of the cellar, disappearing villagers, an incredibly stalwart and stupid hero of sterling character, the scientist’s absolutely dopey daughter, and so many laughs you’ll lose count. Presented by Stage 43. • Evergreen Cultural Center, 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam • Oct. 19-26, 8 p.m. • $15-$24, evergreenculturalcentre.ca
Dooms Night 2019
Canada’s largest running Halloween festival returns for its 16th anniversary, featuring Martin Garrix, Cosmic Gate, Sam Feldt, Julian Jordan and Daijo. • Pacific Coliseum • Oct. 25, 7 p.m. • $110-$149, ticketleader.ca
The Rocky Horror Picture Show (With Geekenders Shadowcast)
Join us for one of the most notorious cult-movie experiences you can possibly have in a darkened theatre! The show is hosted by members of Vancouver’s fabulous Geekenders, who will also be on-hand to guide all the virgins and veterans through all the do’s and don’ts of this experiential show. Costumes and audience participation are highly encouraged. • Oct. 25, 11:30 p.m., featuring the full Geekenders shadowcast | Oct. 27, 10 p.m., hosted by the Geekenders | Oct. 31, 11:55 p.m., featuring the full Geekenders shadowcast | Nov. 1, 11:55 p.m., hosted by the Geekenders • Rio Theatre, 1660 East Broadway • $15/$18, riotheatre.ca
Haunted Forest Scream Train
All aboard the scream train for a ride through the haunted forest. The woods are alive with ghosts and ghouls intent on scaring you amidst creepy sounds and special effects, including your favourite characters like Chainsaw Charlie. You might even run into the walking dead who roam the platform every Halloween. • Bear Creek Park, 13750 88th Ave., Surrey • Oct. 11-31, 6:30-10 p.m. • $13, bctrains.com/halloween
Bear Creek Halloween Trains.
Halloween at the Commodore Ballroom
Featuring Stickybuds, Moontricks, Dirtwire, Rumpus & Sivz. • Commodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St. • Oct. 26, 10 p.m. • $30, ticketmaster.ca, Red Cat
On stage – Vancouver TheatreSports: Spooktober
Vancouver TheatreSports presents its spirited lineup of three Halloween-themed shows and a very special event you’ll be dying to attend. • Monster Matches: Oct. 22, 23, 25, 29 and 30. Monster Matches pits teams of monsters against one another in a series of ‘head-to-headless’ short-form scenarios to see who ‘eeeks’ out the most laughs. • Cult Fiction – Everyone Laugh Together: Oct. 24-25, Oct. 31-Nov. 2. This show is framed as a documentary. Hosted by an investigative journalist, players utilize audience suggestions to spin a spell-binding tale behind the cult, including the core cult belief and some of its unique traits. • Kreepy Kitty: Oct. 24, 26 and 31. Kreepy Kitty sees the action of the show directed by an evil kitty from its window perch. This is one ‘fur-midable’ feline with plenty of ‘cat-titude’ whose ‘claw-ver’ commands lead to plenty of comedic ‘hiss-terics’. • Halloween Howl Special Event: Oct 26. The evening features costumed performers in two head-to-headless TheatreSports matches where all but the most cunning ghoul will perish. VTS guests can also shake their bones to the bloodcurdling beats of a DJ at the ‘Danse Macabre’ and have their palm read by Madame Improvo, or visit Poe Corner, where the spectre of a long-dead poet will spellbind with improvised ‘POEms’ that even The Raven would find beguiling. Mix and mingle with Denizens of the Dark (roving performers) who’ll delight with their tricky antics. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes. Tickets: $34.95 • Improv Centre, 1502 Duranleau St., Granville Island • From $10.75, vtsl.com
Vancouver TheatreSports Spooktober.
Irish Halloween Hooly Cruise
A spooky Halloween cruise on Vancouver’s waters with Irish traditional music, games and drinks. Includes a buffet dinner and drink ticket. • Yoho Cruises, 1698 Duranleau St. • Oct. 26, 6:30-9:30 p.m. • $80, 604-688-6625, facebook.com
On stage – Chilliwacked!
A serial killer comes to Chilliwack: Upfront Improv Theatre is coming with Halloween hilarity and the town is about to get Chilliwacked! Owned by comedian Ryan Stiles, this Bellingham theatre company specializes in improvisational comedy and they’re bringing a new thrilling murder mystery to Chilliwack. Comedians begin by introducing their characters and then finding out what role they’ll play in the show. Only the performer knows if they’re the killer, or victim, or witness. Celebrate the spooky season with this wacky murder mystery that’s fun for all ages. • Chilliwack Cultural Centre, 9201 Corbould St. • Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m. • $27-$32, 604-391-7469, chilliwackculturalcentre.ca
Maan Farms: Haunted Corn Maze & Pitch Black
A multi-sensory exhibit that brings guests into the world of farm and fright like never before with two attractions. The Haunted Corn Maze features nightmarish installations, shocking and gory scenes, as well as intimate scares. Creating a surreal world in which guests may find themselves unsure of where reality ends and the show begins, Pitch Black is a multi-sensory experience. Upon entering guests will be confronted with a critical decision: should you simply explore your darkest nightmares, or should you mark yourself to truly interact with the demons of the darkness? Those who opt in for true interactivity may be grabbed, held back, sent into hidden passageways, and even temporarily removed from their group. (Touching is not full contact). • Maan Farms, 790 McKenzie Rd., Abbotsford • Until Nov. 2 • maanfarms.com
Maan Farms: The Haunted Corn Maze features nightmarish installations, creating a surreal world.
Halloween at After Hours
Come to the Vancouver Aquarium and get spooked this Halloween with sharks, jellyfish, a costume contest, trivia and more while you sip a cocktail and explore the galleries. Costumes are encouraged, but not mandatory. • Vancouver Aquarium, 845 Avison Way, Stanley Park • Oct. 31, 6:30-11 p.m. • $30/$38, VIP: $44/$55, vanaqua.org
Parade of Lost Souls: S.O.S.
The annual Commercial Drive tradition returns! The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret presents the Parade of Lost Souls: S.O.S. Turn your minds to the sea, smell the salt, feel the breeze. The Parade of Lost Souls 2019 is marine-themed. The parade takes place each year on or near Oct. 31 — All Hallows’ Eve — in the Commercial Drive area. In keeping with the decades-old tradition, the parade route is kept a well-guarded secret, announced only at midnight the night before. And the party doesn’t stop at the end of the parade! Celebrations continue through the night at the Lost Souls After Party. • Nov. 2, Parade: 7-10 p.m., Afterparty: 9 p.m.-1 a.m. • dustyflowerpotcabaret.com
VANCOUVER. OCTOBER 25 2013 The annual parade of Lost Souls held on the grounds of Britannia High school, Vancouver October 25 2013. Gerry Kahrmann / PNG staff photo)
Halloween Mystery Nights 2019
Someone killed Jimmy Capello. Do you have what it takes to solve the murder? Teams of two to five players compete in a murder mystery game in Gastown. • 601 West Cordova St. • Until Oct. 31, 7 p.m. • $32/player, 778-707-1962, vancouvermysteries.com
Pumpkin Express Halloween Train
Delight in the crafts and activities under the tent on the platform, and enjoy a ride on the pumpkin express train as it travels through the decorated forest. All children ages two and over will receive a child-size pumpkin. • Bear Creek Park, 13750 88th Ave., Surrey • Oct. 5-31, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. • $10, bctrains.com
The Pumpkin Patch at Richmond Country Farms
The Pumpkin Patch has been part of the annual fall festivities at Richmond Country Farms since 1983. Your visit to the farm includes live music, a wagon ride to the pumpkin patch, visit with farm animals, pick the pumpkin of your dreams, a wagon ride back, and a delicious spartan apple to eat. • Richmond Country Farms, 12900 Steveston Hwy., Richmond • Oct. 5-31, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. • Weekdays: $11, weekends and holidays: $14, visitrichmondbc.com
Tractor pulls a wagon of people to the pumpkin patch at Richmond Country Farms in Richmond.
6th Annual Vancouver Halloween Parade & Expo
A festival inspired by comics, anime, video games and mythologies. Your favourite superheroes and myth characters will be summoned by artists using amazing costumes and props. Attracting more than 100,000 spectators, the parade turns downtown Vancouver into the world’s largest cosplay stage with floats, marching bands and special effects. • Indoor and outdoor performances and activities at Robson Square, 800 Robson St. • Parade starts at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 13. The parade location: Howe Street (Drake to Smithe), Smithe Street (Howe to Granville), Granville Street (Smithe to Davie) • Oct. 11-13, vanhalloween.com
Vancouver Halloween Parade.
Ghost Train in Stanley Park: Alice in Nightmareland
Alice falls down the rabbit hole again. Only this time, she is older and things aren’t what they seem. But then, what could she expect, wandering through a grand graveyard at night on Halloween? Follow Alice and the Not-So-White Rabbit through an endless series of stone doors and enter into a gothic nightmare world of tombs and tombstones, crypts and catacombs! Each year the Stanley Park Ghost Train takes riders on a journey through a mystical and magical world, inspired by Halloween and other spooky tales. • Stanley Park Miniature Railway, Oct. 11-31. No trains Thanksgiving Day • Advance tickets at ticketleader.ca, 604-252-3700, vancouver.ca
The Stanley Park Ghost Train: Alice in Nightmareland.
2nd Annual Spooktacular Halloween Market
This family-friendly Halloween event features 30 artisans, a photographer to capture your wacky costumes, a Zombie Cafe with creepy and fun beverages, a Harry Potter Bounce Castle and face painting. Costumes are encouraged! • Sullivan Community Hall, 6306 152nd St. • Oct. 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • Admission is by donation to the Surrey Memorial Hospital Oncology Unit, 604-512-9763, facebook.com
Once Upon a Pumpkin: Richmond Nature Park
Come explore the Nature House and learn about Halloween’s origins in nature. • Richmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster Hwy., Richmond • Oct. 13-31, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Admission by donation, richmond.ca
Nightmare Before Christmas Market
Costumes and curiosities abound! With something for everyone, including activities for kids, this market is not to be missed. Don’t miss your chance to meet Jack the Pumpkin King! Costumes are encouraged. • 514 Carnarvon St., New Westminster • Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • $3 adult, kids under 13 free, facebook.com
VanDusen Glow in the Garden
Join us this Halloween season for a walk through a new light show with unique features and magical moments. The old barred owl has played a Halloween trick by casting a hootenanny spell and making it glow. Take a journey through the garden and help Anna the Hummingbird and her friends lift the spell by collecting Halloween treats along the way. Visitors of all ages will enjoy tasty treats, crafts and much more. • VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St. • Oct. 17-27, three time slots: 5-6 p.m., 6:30-7:30 p.m. or 8-9 p.m. • $13.50, $11.50, $9.50, vandusen.ticketzone.com
VanDusen Glow in the Garden.
Spoo-ook-tacular Halloween
The exciting world of science returns to the Britannia Mine Museum. Enjoy family-friendly activities that focus on scary science. Bugs, unusual things to touch and themed games will delight those who are not too afraid to try and explore spooky science. Spoo-ook-tacular activities include: Spooky Train & Tour — Rumble inside the underground for a spine-tingling tale; Strange Science Show — Interactive science demonstrations with Professor Gossan; Cabinet of Curiosities — Get hands on with animal specimens and new optical illusions; Mill Thrills — Experience BOOM! the thunderous new thrill inside the historic mill; Costume Photo Booth — Have a haunted family photo taken in the historic machine shop. • Britannia Mine Museum, Britannia Beach • Oct. 19-20 and Oct. 26-27, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • $20 special event pricing, britanniaminemuseum.ca
Spoo-ook-tacular Halloween at Britannia Mine Museum.
Wild Things: Richmond Nature Park
Follow a trail of candlelit pumpkins to discover what goes bump in the night. Meet the creatures of the night that make Halloween fun and thrilling! Kick up your heels; dance to the Monster Mash, Thriller and more! An adult must accompany children. To purchase advance tickets call the Nature House at 604-238-6188. All ages. • Richmond Nature Park, 11851 Westminster Hwy., Richmond • Oct. 19 and Oct. 20, 5:30-8:30 p.m. • $4/$6, richmond.ca
North Delta Fright Fest
Halloween arrives early in North Delta! Wear your costume for a night of spooky fun! Enjoy a scavenger hunt, Halloween crafts and games, bouncy castle, cotton candy, entertainment and a marshmallow roast. Food available for purchase. • North Delta Recreation Centre, 11415 84th Ave., Delta • Oct. 24, 4:30-7:30 p.m. • Free, delta.ca
Halloween at FlyOver Canada
Join Broomelda at the Haunted Witches Academy before a spellbinding flight across Canada! Everyone’s favourite witch Broomelda is back and ready to take you on a spellbinding journey across Canada this Halloween. Aspiring witches and wizards will take part in the Haunted Witches Academy, where graduating is easy … just survive! Broomelda welcomes you to the academy before leading you on to the Ultimate Flying Ride. • FlyOver Canada, 999 Canada Place • Oct. 24 until Nov. 3 • flyovercanada.com
Haunted Village: Burnaby Village Museum
Watch out for black cats, huge yellow moons, oversized pumpkins and all things that could go BOO! Come have a ghost of a time with trick-or-treating, entertainment and an old-fashioned carousel ride. Everyone is encouraged to wear a costume. • Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby • Oct. 25-28, 6-9 p.m. • $14, children 2-12 years: $9, burnabyvillagemuseum.ca
Haunted Village at Burnaby Village Museum.
Whistler Frights & Delights
There’s a mountain of frights and delights to find in Whistler for Halloween, from family-friendly events and activities to film screenings and late-night parties. Get out on the town and have some fun! Dress the part and give us your best Halloween scare. From Oct. 25 to 27 kids can pick up a free tote from the Whistler Visitor Centre and visit participating retail merchants along the Village Stroll, from Skiers’ Plaza to the Marketplace, for ghoulish goodies and spooky sweets. • Whistler, Oct. 25-27 • whistler.com
Ghouls & Goblins Toonie Skate
Bring the family for our Ghouls & Goblins toonie skate at Bill Copeland. Ice skating, face painting, creepy crafts and ghostly games are all part of the spine-tingling day. Costumes are optional but encouraged. Skates and helmet included in toonie admission. • Bill Copeland Sports Centre, 3676 Kensington Ave., Burnaby • Oct. 26, 12:30-3 p.m. • burnaby.ca
Halloween Toonie Skate.
Haunted Farm: Historic Stewart Farm
Looking for a sweet, spooky outing for the whole family? This safe and fun family drop-in shares old-time All Hallows’ Eve traditions, crafts and spooky treats. Bring the whimsy back to Halloween and skip the scare factor! • Historic Stewart Farm, 13723 Crescent Rd., Surrey • Oct. 26, noon-3 p.m. • Free, 604-592-6956, surrey.ca
Heritage Halloween
Visit the haunted train station and learn about the spooky and sentimental traditions that cultures from all over the world celebrate during this season. Enjoy apple cider, treats and crafts. All ages. • Coquitlam Heritage at Mackin House, 1116 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam • Oct. 26, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. • By donation, 604-516-6151, coquitlamheritage.ca
Kilby Kid’s Halloween Party
Join us for our annual Kilby Kids Halloween Party! Dress up to win prizes in the costume contest, join a spooky scavenger hunt and play Halloween-themed games and crafts. The farm will be open for kids to enjoy friendly farm animals. This event is sponsored by the Agassiz-Harrison Lions. • Kilby Historic Site, 215 Kilby Rd., Harrison Mills • Oct. 26-27, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. • $10, $9, $8, 604-796-9576, kilby.ca
The Haunted Sea – Halloween at the Cannery
This Halloween, dive to the darkest depths of the Haunted Sea and explore what lurks in the fathoms below! Encounter spooky sea creatures and twisted tentacles floating alongside historic legends and sea lore. Entertain your imagination with games, crafts, activities and a journey into the deep and learn about the true terror of the seas. Drop in and enjoy Halloween crafts, activities and treats. Suitable for kids of all ages – costumes are encouraged. • Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, 12138 Fourth Ave., Richmond • Oct. 26 and 27, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. • $7/$11, gulfofgeorgiacannery.org
The Haunted Sea – Halloween at the Cannery.
Celebrate the Night
Join us for the fourth annual Celebrate the Night Festival & Fireworks! This free family-friendly festival will transform Memorial Peace Park into a wonderland of lights, lanterns, artwork, storytelling, Halloween pumpkins, crafts, games, food trucks and a popular fireworks finale. This year’s theme is Light and Shadow and includes a Light Labyrinth created by the Secret Lantern Society. Come join the fun and be part of this magical experience. • Memorial Peace Park, 22407 Dewdney Trunk Rd., Maple Ridge • Oct. 27, fireworks at 7:30 p.m. • Free, mapleridge.ca
Celebrate the Night Festival and Fireworks in Maple Ridge.
Halloween at Fort Langley
Trick-or-treat at Fort Langley National Historic Site and enjoy a relaxed family-friendly fall event. Don’t forget to wear your costumes for great photo opportunities. • Fort Langley National Historic Site, 23433 Mavis Ave., Fort Langley • Oct. 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. • $7.80/adult $6.55/senior, free for youth, 604-513-4777, pc.gc.ca
Halloween at Fort Langley.
Mr. I’s Slightly Spooky Songs and Stories Concert
Mr. I’s popular annual Halloween concert will enchant youngsters and their parents alike. Costumes are welcome and audience participation is encouraged. Everyone will go home in the proper mood for haunting when the big day arrives! • Place des Arts, 1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam • Oct. 27, 2-3:30 p.m. • $10, 604-664-1636, placedesarts.ca
Norm Foote’s Halloween HOWL
Kick off your Halloween festivities with Juno and WCMA Award-winning children’s entertainer Norman Foote, accompanied by local children’s choirs, as he encourages you to believe in yourself and celebrate your own voice. Along the way, there will be plenty of outrageous props, wacky humour, clever hooks, witty wordplay, engaging stories and side-splitting comedy. You may even catch an angel singing with some ghosts and zombies … and a colourful animated wall of costumed howlers! • The ACT, 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, Oct. 27, 4 p.m. $15, family pack/$54, theactmapleridge.org • Kay Meek Arts Centre, 1700 Mathers Ave., West Van, Oct. 30, 7 p.m. • $15-$25, 604-981-6335, kaymeek.com
Minoru Halloween Fireworks Festival
This community celebration includes music, dance demos, entertainers, children’s activities, fire jugglers and an amazing fireworks finale. • Minoru Park, 7191 Granville Ave., Richmond • Oct. 31, 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Free, 604-244-1208, richmond.ca
Pumpkin Parade
Bring your Halloween jack-o’-lantern to Confederation Park for everyone to enjoy. Line it up on the walking path to join the parade of pumpkins. Rain or shine. Pumpkins are composted following the event. • Confederation Park, Burnaby • Nov. 1, 5:30-8 p.m. • burnaby.ca