2024 Halloween Events in Vancouver
Welcome to our comprehensive guide to 2024 Halloween events in Vancouver! As the air turns crisp and the leaves don their fiery autumn colors, the city comes alive with a thrilling array of activities that capture the spirit of the season. Vancouver offers an exciting mix of annual favorites and new attractions, ensuring that there’s something for everyone—from families seeking friendly frights to horror aficionados looking for a good scare.
One of the most beloved traditions is the Stanley Park Ghost Train, where you can embark on a whimsical journey through a haunted forest, complete with enchanting decorations and ghostly tales that will delight all ages.
For those craving adrenaline, Fright Nights at the PNE promises to deliver heart-pounding scares with its haunted houses, terrifying rides, and live entertainment that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Don’t miss HowlOver Canada, an immersive experience that combines breathtaking aerial views of Canada with spine-tingling storytelling—a perfect outing for thrill-seekers and families alike.
If you’re in the mood for a holiday mash-up, the The Nightmare Before Christmas Market is a fantastical halloween-themed market experience for all ages.
Another highlight is the Parade of Lost Souls, a mesmerizing event that transforms the streets into a vibrant display of costumes, music, and art, creating a magical atmosphere that honors the spirits of the past while celebrating the creativity of the community.
For those looking to take their Halloween festivities to the water, the Witchilano Paddle offers a unique twist, inviting participants to dress up and join in a fun-filled paddle along the coast, showcasing the city’s beautiful waterfront.
Film enthusiasts will revel in the Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival, where the latest in horror cinema will be screened, showcasing both local talent and international filmmakers who dare to explore the darker side of storytelling.
Beyond these major events, the Vancouver Public Library hosts a myriad of Halloween-themed activities, including storytimes, crafts, and film screenings, making it a fantastic stop for families looking to celebrate the season in a more relaxed atmosphere.
Additionally, many of Vancouver’s Community Centres will be buzzing with Halloween spirit, offering a range of events from spooky dances to festive workshops, ensuring that neighborhoods across the city are brimming with excitement and creativity.
Whether you’re a lifelong resident or just visiting, this Halloween season in Vancouver promises a delightful blend of thrills, chills, and community spirit. From haunted trails and spine-tingling performances to festive gatherings and family-friendly activities, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. Dive into the vibrant Halloween scene with us, explore the unique offerings throughout the city, and make unforgettable memories this October! With so many events to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect way to embrace the spirit of Halloween in Vancouver.
Following is the full list of all the major 2024 Halloween Events in Vancouver, Canada.
Stanley Park Ghost Train All Ages$Stanley Park
The Stanley Park Ghost Train is a halloween-themed miniature train ride.
Each year there is a different theme. The theme for 2024 is: Ghosts in the Graveyard
There are daily evening train rides that have live actors in costumes. On the weekends there are afternoon matinees that do not have live actors and are for younger children.
This is a ticketed event. You must buy tickets to ride the train.
The Stanley Park Junction is usually decorated with halloween decorations, and will have food trucks.
Dates: Oct 10-31, 2024, except closed on Thanksgiving Oct 14, 2024
Times: 6pm-10pm, Matinees(Sat/Sun): 2pm-5pm
Ages: all ages
Location: Stanley Park Junction in Stanley Park
Tickets (online only): $11-$17
Website(more info): Stanley Park Halloween Ghost Train
Note 1: It is not too scary, but the matinees are recommended for younger children!
Note 2: The parking lot in front of the Stanley Park Junction will be partially closed due to construction so you may need to park in another parking lot.
Tip: Buy your tickets as soon as possible as this event will sell out!
Fright Nights 13yrs+$East Van
Fright Nights is an annual halloween-themed experience with 8 haunted houses, rides, creepy decor, and live performances.
There are 8 haunted houses, 15+ rides, 'Opening Scaremonies', 'Trials of the Night'New and 'Fizz Death Circuit'New.
This is a ticketed event. You must buy tickets for a specific night to enter. Admission includes a ride pass and entry to the haunted houses.
Trials of the Night is new for 2024. It is a reenactment of the Salem Witch Trials.
The Fizz Death Circuit is also new for 2024. We aren't exactly sure what this is yet! It says that you can capture your final moments at the Death Circuit by Fizz mobile!
Dates: Oct 4-6, 10-13, 17-20, 24-31, 2024
Times: 6pm-11pm: Oct 6,13,20; 6pm-12am: Oct 4,5,10,11,12,17,18,19,24,25,26,28,29,30,31
Ages: 13 years and older
Location: PNE Playland, 2901 E. Hastings St.
Cost (online/onsite): Tier 1 - Oct 4-6: $33; Tier 2 - Oct 10,13,17,20: $51; Tier 3 - Oct 11,12,18,19,24,25,26,27,28,29,30,31: $61
Website: FrightNights.ca
Tickets: FrightNights Tickets
Discount: Save up to 46% by using code: SCREAM to get discounts on select weekend nights!
Note 1: You are NOT allowed to wear costumes or makeup.
Note 2: They have an early entry add-on for $20 that allows you to enter some of the haunted houses up to an hour early.
Note 3: They also have a rapid pass that gives you priority access to the haunted houses and 5 rides.
Tip: Go early and try to do as many haunted houses as possible because later in the evening there are usually lineups to get in to all the haunted houses.
HowlOver Canada over 102cm/40″ tall$Coal Harbour
HowlOver Canada is an amusement park-type ride that simulates you flying with a Halloween theme.
This year you are flying with 'Biker Mama the witch' and other spooky sidekicks on your way to an out of this world music festival!
This is split into a pre-ride video show, pre-boarding, and the actual FlyOver.
Costumes are welcome and encouraged.
This is a ticketed event. You must buy tickets to go on this ride.
They have a self-guided scavenger hunt. Additionally, they have Face Painting, Balloon Art or Other Boo-rilliant family entertaiment from 1pm to 4pm on Oct 14-15, Oct 21-22, and Oct 28-29.
Dates: Oct 3 - Oct 31, 2024
Times: various times
Ages: ???
Location: : Canada Place, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
Cost (online/onsite):$29 adult, $19 child
Website: Fly Over Canada
Tickets: online tickets
Note 1: Children must be at least 102cm/40″ tall in order to ride.
Money Saving Tip: They have a BC Locals Rate that you can use to save money if one person in your group has a valid BC ID. Proof of ID is required when on site.
Halloween Mystery Nights 12yrs+$Downtown
Halloween Mystery Nights is 3 different games put on nightly by Vancouver Mysteries during mid-end of October where you try to solve a mystery!
It isn't really Halloween oriented, but does have a 'Ghost Patrol' game. The other 2 games are: Secret Mission and Crime in Downtown.
This is a self-guided outdoor adventure and unique sightseeing experience. Teams must return within 2 hours to return game gear.
Costumes are encouraged.
You can win prizes also.
This is a ticketed event. You must buy tickets to participate.
Dates: Oct 18-31, 2024
Times: 6pm,6:30pm,7pm(Ghost Patrol)
Ages: 13 years and older
Location: varies, but within 5 minute walk of Waterfront station
Cost (online/onsite): $35/player plus GST
Website: VancouverMysteries.com
Tickets: Vancouver Mysteries Booking
The Nightmare Before Christmas Market All Ages$East Van
The Nightmare Before Christmas Market is a Halloween themed market of over 75 vendors featuring the wacky, weird, and wonderful.
You are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes to the market.
This is a ticketed event. You must buy tickets to enter the market.
Dates: Oct 19-20, 2024
Times:Oct 19: 11am-7pm, Oct 20: 10am-4pm
Ages: All Ages
Location: : New Maritime Labour Centre, 1880 Triumph St
Cost (online/onsite): $5?tbc at the door, $4 in advance online. Weekend passes are $7 in advance. Children 13 and under are FREE
Website: Nightmare Before Christmas Market
Tickets: online tickets
Money Saving Tip: Save money by buying tickets online prior to the market!
2024 Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival ???yrs+$Chinatown
The 2024 Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival (VHS) is an annual event that shows short and feature movies from the Horror genre.
For 2024, there will be "2 full weekends of screenings, Filmmaker Q&A sessions, panel discussions, parties, awards". There will be 9 feature films and 47 shorts.
This is a ticketed event. You must buy tickets to see the films.
Dates: Vancouver: October 25-27, 2024; Burnaby: October 18-20, 2024
Times: various
Ages: ???
Location: New Vancouver: Cineplex International Village; Burnaby: Cineplex Metrotown
Cost (online/onsite): various
Website: Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival
Facebook: Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival Facebook page
Tickets: online tickets
Money Saving Tip: Save money by buying either a Vancouver Weekend Pass, Burnaby Weekend Pass or Full Festival Pass!
Big Halloween Run All Ages$Olympic VillageNew in 2024
The Big Halloween Run is a Halloween-themed run 1km/5km walk/run on the seawall.
2024 is the innaugural year for this run.
Dates: Wednesday October 30, 2024
Times: 6pm for 1km dash; 7pm for 5km walk/run
Ages: All Ages
Location: Olympic Village, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver
Cost: Yes
Website: Big Run Series
Parade of Lost Souls ???yrs+by DonationTrout Lake
This is an annual Halloween-themed parade in East Vancouver. The theme for 2024 is: UNPLUGGED
The Dusty Flower Pot Cabaret Society that organizes this event hosts a bunch of related workshops in October which includes a Costume Sale, Time Warp Dance workshop, and a Thriller Dance workship.
There will be a 'Parade of Little Souls' at 6:30pm for the little ones
They also are hosting an After Party for adults. See Parade of Lost Souls After Party for more details on this party!
Dates: Friday November 1, 2024
Times: Family Friendly Procession at 6:30pmNew Time, Processions at 7:30pm and 8:30pm
Ages: All Ages(family friendly at 6:30pm
Location: Trout Lake, East Vancouver(parade route unveiled on their facebook page)New
Cost: Free?
Website: Parade of Lost Souls
Facebook: Parade of Lost Souls 2024 Unplugged
Parade of Lost Souls After Party 19Yrs+$East Van
If you still have energy after the parade, there is also an After Party held at the Biltmore Cabaret.
Dates: Friday November 1, 2024
Times: 10:30pm-2am
Ages: 19+, no minors
Location: Biltmore Cabaret
Cost (online/onsite):
Website: Parade of Lost Souls After Party
Facebook: Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret
Witchilano Paddle All AgesFreeKitsilano
This is an annual event where hundreds of people dress up as witches and paddle board to Granville Island and back from Kitsilano Beach while wearing Witch costumes!
2024 is the 4th year of this annual event.
Participants should be experienced paddleboarders and wear witch/warlock costumes or at least dress all in black!
This event supports SHARE Family and Community Services. They will be collecting donations and packaged food(canned goods, whole grain rice, baby formula, etc.)
Dates: October 5, 2024
Times: 11am
Ages: All ages
Location: Kitsilano Beach
Cost: Free, donations accepted
Facebook: 4th Annual Witchilano Paddle
All Souls at Mountain View Cemetery All Agescost?East Van
All Souls at Mountain View Cemetery is an artist led, non-denominational, annual event to honour our dead.
People are invited to light candles, write messages and create personal memorials and place them on public shrines.
Often there is live music, and small fires to gather around.
On October 17, 2024 there will be a Retrospective slide show featuring 'pictures, stories and things we learned along the way.'
On October 24, 2024 to Friday November 1, 2024 there will be Memorial Box Lantern kits can be placed on shrines. Boxes available (from Oct 19) that can be taken home and personalized.
On October 24, 2024 6pm there will be the Opening Ceremony with a ceremonial fire and public shrine opening.
On October 24, 2024 to Friday November 1, 2024 the Public Shrines will be available for people to light candles, write messages, and leave memorials to remember those who passed. There may be some quiet incidental music sometimes in the evening and on weekends.
On October 26, 2024 1pm-4pm there will be the Red Dress Memorial to honour the missing and murdered indigenous women, girls, and 2slgbtqqia+ peoples.
On October 26, 2024 6pm there will be the Ceremony for our Ancestors which will be a traditional Swedish Fire with tea, memorials, and a reflective slideshow.
On October 27, 2024 1pm-4pm there will be the Traditional Chines Funeral Practices where the traditional practices will be shared.
On November 1, 2024 7pm-9pm there is a closing ceremony which is a walk to the shrines.
Dates: Oct 17, 2024-Nov 1, 2024
Times: various
Ages: All Ages
Location: : Mountain View Cemetery, 5455 Fraser St, Vancouver
Cost (online/onsite): TBA
Website: NightForAllSouls.com
Vancouver Business Improvment Association Events
There are many halloween-themed events that are put on by the various Vancouver Business Improvment Associations (BIAs) in October.
Following is a list of the events that we are aware of.
Kitspatch All AgesFreeKitsilano
There is an annual Community Pumpkin Patch where you are able to get your photo taken by a photographer.
Pets are also allowed. No need to register or rsvp. Just come on down, pick a pumpkin and snap a few pics!
Dates: Saturday October 26, 2024
Times: 11am-3pm
Ages: All Ages
Location: : Kits Wings Mural -West 4th Ave and Burrard St.-North West corner
Cost: Free
Website: Kitspatch
Halloween Free Skate EveryoneFreeKerrisdale
There is free skating, skate rentals, and refreshments at the Kerrisdale arena for Halloween.
Dates: Sunday, October 27, 2024
Times: 5:30pm-7pm
Ages: All Ages
Location: : Kerridale Arena, 5670 East Boulevard
Cost: Free
Facebook: Kerrisdale Business Association
Community Centre Events
There are many halloween-themed events that take place at Vancouver's Community Centres in October.
Following is a list of the events which had availability as of October 7, 2024:
- Halloween Carnival - West Point Grey Cmty Centre - Alberthau, Oct 26, 2024 10am-noon, $10, Ages: 1+ to 8yrs, #514921
- Halloween Carnival - Thunderbird Cmty Centre, Oct 26, 2024 9:30am-11am, $2, Ages: 1+ to 8yrs, #523927
- Halloween Carnival and Ghostly Graveyard - Coal Harbour Cmty Centre, Oct 26, 2024 10am-noon, $8, Ages: 2 to 7yrs, #517803
- Halloween Carnival and Spooky House-Session 1 - Killarney Cmty Centre, Oct 26, 2024 10am-11am, $6/$6.50, Ages: 3 to 9yrs, #514427
- Halloween Carnival and Spooky House-Session 2 - Killarney Cmty Centre, Oct 26, 2024 11:30am-12:30, $6/$6.50, Ages: 3 to 9yrs, #514428
- Halloween Carnival and Spooky House-Session 3 - Killarney Cmty Centre, Oct 26, 2024 1pm-2pm, $6/$6.50, Ages: 3 to 9yrs, #514429
- Halloween Haunted House - Marpole-Oakridge Cmty Centre, Oct 28-30, 2024 5pm-7pm, $8, Ages: 8+, #515865
- Halloween Howl - Kitsilano Cmty Centre , Oct 26, 2024 10:30am-12:30pm, $7, Ages: 2-7yrs, #525197
- Halloween Howl-Session 1 - False Creek Cmty Centre , Oct 26, 2024 10:30am-11:30am, $7, Ages: 2-7yrs, #512781
- Halloween Howl-Session 2 - False Creek Cmty Centre , Oct 26, 2024 11:45am-12:45am, $7, Ages: 2-7yrs, #512782
- Halloween Indoor Trick or Treat - Dunbar Cmty Centre , Oct 26, 2024 1pm-3pm, $6, Ages: less than 9yrs, #516448
- Halloween Movie Night - Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre , Oct 18, 2024 6pm-8pm, $?, Ages: 13-17yrs, #523609
- Halloween Parade and Dance Party - Britannia Community Centre , Oct 31, 2024 6:45pm-9:30pm, $?, Ages: 1-12yrs, #520880
- Halloween Walk Through - Roundhouse Community Centre , Oct 31, 2024 4pm-4:30pm, $10, Ages: 4-12yrs, #523281
- Halloween Walk Through - Roundhouse Community Centre , Oct 31, 2024 4:30pm-5pm, $10, Ages: 4-12yrs, #523282
- Halloween Walk Through - Roundhouse Community Centre , Oct 31, 2024 5pm-5:30pm, $10, Ages: 4-12yrs, #523283
- Halloween Walk Through - Roundhouse Community Centre , Oct 31, 2024 5:30pm-6pm, $10, Ages: 4-12yrs, #523284
- Halloween Walk Through - Roundhouse Community Centre , Oct 31, 2024 6pm-6:30pm, $10, Ages: 4-12yrs, #523285
- Halloween Walk Through - Roundhouse Community Centre , Oct 31, 2024 6:30pm-7pm, $10, Ages: 4-12yrs, #523286
- Halloween Yoga & Art: Families with Children on Spectrum - Trout Lake Community Centre , Oct 20, 2024 2pm-3:30pm, Cost:???, Ages: 5-12, #522030
- Origami-Halloween - Renfrew Park Community Centre , Oct 27, 2024 3:30pm-4:30pm, $15, Ages: 8-12yrs, #525308
- Pumpkin Patch at Marpole - Marpole-Oakridge Cmty Centre, Oct 30, 2024 5pm-6:30pm, $5, Ages: 3+, #515861
- Seniors Luncheon-Halloween/Fall - Marpole-Oakridge Cmty Centre, Oct 31, 2024 noon-1:30pm, $?, Ages: 55+, #520293
- SPOOKtacular Halloween Party - Renfrew Park Community Centre, Oct 26, 2024 noon-3pm, Cost:???, Ages: all ages, #525092
- Strathcona Youth Council Presents: Halloween at Strathcona! - Strathcona Community Centre, Oct 26, 2024 10:15am-12:15pm, Cost:???, Ages: 1-14, #522210
- Halloween Parade and Dance Party - Britannia Community Centre , Oct 31, 2024 6:45pm-9:30pm, $?, Ages: 1-12yrs, #520880
- Haunted House at Barclay Manor - Barclay Manor, Oct 25, 2024 7pm-9pm, $4, Ages: 5+, #525507
- Haunted House at Barclay Manor - Barclay Manor, Oct 26, 2024 4:30pm-6:30pm, $4, Ages: 5+, #525508
Register for any of these events on the Vancouver Recreation page: City of Vancouver Recreation Portal
Vancouver Public Library Events
There are many halloween-themed events that take place at the Vancouver Public Libraries(VPL) in October.
Following is a list of the events listed on the VPL's website as of October 7, 2024:
- Family Movie: Hotel Transylvania - movie for children and their caregivers, Renfrew Branch , Oct 25, 2024 1:30pm-3pm, Ages: school age children, limited seating, first-come, first-served.
- Family Movie: Hotel Transylvania:Transformania - movie for children and their caregivers, Renfrew Branch , Oct 25, 2024 3:30pm-5pm, Ages: school age children, limited seating, first-come, first-served.
- Halloween Howl - scary stories and activities for elementary kids - Collingwood Branch , Oct 25, 2024 2:30pm-3:30pm, Ages: grades K-7
- Halloween Howl - scary stories and activities for elementary kids - Firehall Branch , Oct 25, 2024 2:30pm-3:30pm, Ages: grades K-7
- Family Movie: The Last Voyage of the Demeter - movie for children and their caregivers, Kensington Branch , Oct 26, 2024 10:30am-12:30pm, Ages: school age children, limited seating, first-come, first-served.
- Halloween Howl - scary stories and activities for elementary kids - Renfrew Branch , Oct 30, 2024 3:30pm-4:30pm, Ages: grades K-7
- Halloween Howl - scary stories and activities for elementary kids - nə́c̓aʔmat ct Strathcona Branch , Oct 30, 2024 3:30pm-4:30pm, Ages: grades K-7
- KidsZone: Spooky Stories - sharing scary stories - Central Branch , Oct 30, 2024 3:45pm-4:45pm, Ages: grades K-7, drop-in
- Halloween Howl - scary stories and activities for elementary kids - Oakridge Branch , Oct 31, 2024 3:30pm-4:30pm, Ages: grades K-7
- Halloween Howl - scary stories and activities for elementary kids - Kitsilano Branch , Oct 31, 2024 3:30pm-4:30pm, Ages: grades K-7
- Library Stitch-Up - learn how to make a spooky stuffed monster - Central Library , Oct 31, 2024 6pm-7:30pm, Ages: ???
For more information and to Register for any of these events on the Vancouver Public Library website: VPL Events
Cancelled Vancouver Halloween Events
Following are some popular past Halloween events that have been cancelled this year or cancelled permanently.
Vancouver Halloween Parade and Expo Cancelled in 2024
There used to be a Vancouver Halloween Parade and Expo that took place but it has been cancelled this year due to the Granville Bridge loops demoliton.
The Vancouver Halloween Parade used to take place on Granville St in mid-October each year and featured action heroes, dance school zombies, and many more participants.
Vancouver Haunted Trolley Tours Permanently Cancelled
A few years ago there used to be Vancouver Haunted Trolley Tours but they have been permanently cancelled.