Vancouver Children’s Halloween Activities
There are so many events and activities for children in the Vancouver region during Halloween season, from pumpkin patches to corn mazes and spooky attractions.
October is definitely a fun time for families in the Lower Mainland. Kids get to wear costumes, pick pumpkins, play games and enjoy fall festivals all across the region. From farms in the Fraser Valley to gardens, bridges and city parks, there are plenty of attractions offering child-friendly Halloween experiences.
Some of the most popular options include pumpkin patches at local farms, outdoor adventures and community celebrations with fireworks. Vancouver also has family-focused activities at museums, gardens and attractions, including FlyOver at Canada Place and the Britannia Mine Museum in the Sea to Sky Region.
Continue reading to learn about some of the best Halloween events for kids in Vancouver and the surrounding area.
Taves Family Farms (Fall Experience)
333 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford
Taves Family Farms offers a full fall experience that’s great for children and their families. Visitors can explore corn mazes, play areas and the apple orchard in September. Later in the season, the pumpkin patch opens and hayrides take families out to the fields where they can pick their pumpkins.
Other highlights at Taves include a sunflower garden in late summer, a petting barn, cider tasting for adults and a farm store with fresh local treats.
The Fall Experience runs until the end of October and is one of the most popular seasonal events in the Fraser Valley.
For full details, visit the Taves Family Farms or Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
Chilliwack Corn Maze at Greendale Acres
41905 Yale Road West, Chilliwack
Greendale Acres is home to the Chilliwack Corn Maze, a classic autumn tradition. Kids can enjoy the large maze, play structures, farm animals and even a couple of giant jumping pillows. Families can also rent firepits, try pedal carts, and play all kinds of fun games.
The pumpkin patch opens in the fall, making it a great spot to combine Halloween fun with farm adventures. Special events like the Chilliwack Corn Festival also happen earlier in the season.
For full details, visit the Greendale Acres or the Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
Petey’s Pumpkin Patch at Fantasy Farms
9423 Gibson Road, Chilliwack
Fantasy Farms is known for both its pumpkin patch and its haunted house attraction, Reapers. Petey’s Pumpkin Patch, however, is designed for younger kids and families.
Children can pick pumpkins, enjoy farm-themed activities, and soak in the Halloween spirit. The pumpkin patch is open through October and offers a festive but not-too-scary experience that families travel from all over the Lower Mainland to enjoy.
For full details, visit the Fantasy Farms or the Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
Harvest Days at VanDusen Garden
5251 Oak Street, Vancouver
VanDusen Botanical Garden transforms in October with Harvest Days, a seasonal celebration featuring fall displays, family-friendly activities and live entertainment.
Families can stroll through decorated gardens, take part in activities and enjoy the festive atmosphere. With colourful leaves, pumpkins and themed installations, it’s a great place to visit with kids during the Halloween season.
For full details, visit the VanDusen Garden or the Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
Day of the Dead at Britannia Mine Museum
150 Copper Drive, Britannia Beach
Instead of a Halloween event, the Britannia Mine Museum celebrates Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in 2025. This Mexican holiday honours loved ones who have passed away and is full of colourful decorations, music and cultural traditions.
Highlights at the mine include themed displays, interactive workshops, sugar skull colouring and a Monarch Butterfly Scavenger Hunt. Kids can take part in crafts while families enjoy learning about this unique celebration.
For full details, visit the Britannia Mine Museum or the Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
Heroes & Villains with Vancouver Mysteries
Coal Harbour, Vancouver
Vancouver Mysteries offers an outdoor game called Heroes & Villains that plays like a family-friendly escape room or scavenger hunt around Coal Harbour and the Vancouver Convention Centre area in downtown Vancouver.
The storyline has kids and families working together as superheroes to save the city from the villainous Muck Monster. There’s a regular version of the game for older players, plus a family edition designed for children as young as the age of six to play with adults.
For full details about the company and its games, visit the Vancouver Mysteries or the Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
Halloween at the Roundhouse Community Centre
181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver
The Roundhouse hosts a variety of fun Halloween activities for kids. Events include pumpkin carving, a haunted house walkthrough, and a live magic show. Families can expect festive decorations, hands-on activities and a lively community atmosphere.
Pre-registration is recommended since these popular events usually sell out quickly. The Roundhouse is a top spot for family-friendly Halloween fun in downtown Vancouver.
For full details, visit the Roundhouse Community Centre or the Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
Canyon Frights at Capilano Suspension Bridge
3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver
Capilano Suspension Bridge hosts Canyon Frights in October, a Halloween event with spooky lights, themed displays and scary, yet still family-friendly decorations.
Visitors can explore the famous suspension bridge, treetop walkways and cliffside paths while enjoying Halloween-themed fun. Families are encouraged to dress in costumes, and kids can sometimes win prizes at special activity stations.
For full details, visit the Capilano Suspension Bridge or the Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
HowlOver Canada at FlyOver Canada
201–999 Canada Place, Vancouver
FlyOver Canada puts a spooky spin on its signature attraction each October with HowlOver Canada. The multi-sensory ride follows Biker Mama the Witch and her cat Tiger Moon as they soar across the country in search of Halloween magic.
With wind, mist, scents and stunning visuals, the experience is fun for both kids and adults. It’s one of Vancouver’s most popular family-friendly Halloween attractions.
For full details, visit the FlyOver Canada or the Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
Fright Nights at the PNE
2901 East Hastings Street, Vancouver
Playland hosts Fright Nights each October, featuring haunted houses and thrill rides. It’s one of the scariest Halloween attractions in the Lower Mainland and not recommended for young children. Brave older kids, youth and young adults love it!
The event is ideal for older youth and adults who enjoy haunted houses and jump scares. It’s a world-famous attraction!
For full details, visit the Fright Nights or the Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
Big Halloween Run
50 Pacific Blvd, Concord Community Park, Vancouver
The Big Halloween Run is a festive running event where participants dress in costumes and jog or walk along the False Creek Seawall. Families can choose between short and longer routes, making it fun for both kids and adults.
The focus is on community and creativity, so expect to see lots of costumes and smiling faces. Even pets can join the fun!
For full details, visit the Big Fun Run Series or the Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
Celebrate the Night in Maple Ridge
Memorial Peace Park, 11930 224 Street, Maple Ridge
Celebrate the Night is a free community festival that combines Halloween activities with live entertainment, games and fireworks. Families can enjoy craft stations, food trucks, storytelling and a festive lantern display.
The evening ends with a fireworks show, making it one of the Lower Mainland’s top Halloween events for children and families. It usually happens on a Saturday a week or two before Halloween.
For full details, visit the City of Maple Ridge or the Vancouver’s Best Places websites.
Halloween Fireworks in Richmond
Minoru Park, 7191 Granville Avenue, Richmond
Richmond hosts one of the region’s biggest free Halloween fireworks shows each year at Minoru Park. Families gather to enjoy live music, trick-or-treating, and community performances before the fireworks light up the night sky.
It’s a lively and festive way to celebrate Halloween with kids, and one of the few places in Metro Vancouver where fireworks are part of the holiday fun.
For more information, visit the Vancouver’s Best Places website.
Burnaby Village at Halloween
6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Burnaby Village Museum transforms into a Haunted Village in late October. The event combines history, community and Halloween fun with decorated streets, themed displays and child-friendly spooky scenes.
The Haunted Village is one of the best Halloween events for younger kids since the scares are mild, and the setting is more festive than frightening (although still a bit spooky). Families can stroll the open-air museum while children enjoy a safe Halloween experience.
To learn more, visit the Vancouver’s Best Places website.
Other Halloween Attractions
There are lots of other great Halloween attractions in the Lower Mainland. To learn about more of them, see the following articles on the Vancouver’s Best Places website: