HalloweenVancouver.com is your 2023 Vancouver Halloween Guide!

Note: 2023 is our first year with this website so bear with us.   We plan to have many listing up by the beginning of October so stay tuned!

Get ready to embrace the spooky spirit like never before in Vancouver this Halloween season!  Vancouver's Halloween festivities are back with a vengeance, offering a plethora of spine-tingling events that will send shivers down your spine.  From haunted houses that will test your courage to family-friendly pumpkin patches for the little ones, there's something for everyone.  One highlight is the iconic Fright Nights at Playland, where adrenaline junkies can experience hair-raising rides and haunted mazes.

Additionally, you can explore the eerie history of the city on spine-chilling ghost tours that take you through historic neighborhoods, revealing tales of restless spirits and haunted landmarks.

Don't forget to dress in your most creative costumes and participate in costume contests held at various venues across the city.  Whether you're looking for thrills, family fun, or a chance to showcase your spooky style, Vancouver has it all this Halloween.  So, mark your calendars and get ready for a hauntingly good time in this beautiful Canadian city!

Our goal is to list all things Halloween in the city of Vancouver, Canada.

Check out our listings for:

• Events
• Haunted Houses
• Halloween Parties
• Streets with Halloween Displays
• Where to go Trick or Treating
• Nightclub Halloween Parties
• Little Children Events
• Halloween Costumes
• Other Halloween Stuff

This calendar is for information purposes only.  Events can change dates, times, or be cancelled at any time.  Don't rely just on this events calendar.  We don't operate any events.  Confirm all event details with the event organizers before registering, buying tickets or going to them!

Halloween Events

Fright Nights is an annual halloween-themed experience with haunted houses, rides, creepy decor, and live performances.

New for 2023 is 'The Void' haunted house and the return of Carn-Evil.

There are 8 haunted houses, 15+ rides, and 'Opening Scaremonies'.

This is a ticketed event.  You must buy tickets to enter.

Dates: Oct 6-8, Oct 13-15, Oct 18-31, 2023
Times: 6pm-11pm: Oct 6-8, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, 30, 31; 6pm-12am: Oct 13-14, 19-21, 26-28
Ages: 13 years and older
Location: PNE Playland, 2901 E. Hastings St.
Cost (online/onsite): Oct 6-8: $30/$35, Oct 13-15: $47/$52, Oct 18-31: $57/$62
Website: FrightNights.ca
Tickets: FrightNights Tickets

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.

Money Saving Tip: Save $5 by buying your tickets online prior to going!

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: Sep 28-Oct 31, 2023
Times: 10am-8pm
Ages: ???
Location: : Canada Place, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver
Cost (online/onsite): TBA
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 is an outdoor game put on by Vancouver Mysteries where you are a paranormal investigator secretly protecting the city - can you solve the mystery?

We aren't sure that this event is actually Halloween themed so research it yourself before doing it.

This is a self-guided 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: October 13-31, 2023
Times: 7pm
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

Note: They also have games for 6 years and up, and for 12 years and up, but they aren't really halloween themed events.  More info: Halloween Fun for Kids Outdoors in Vancouver

Money Saving Tip: Email subscribers only - Early Birds save 15% on bookings and gift certificates.  Use promo code: HALLOWEEN2023 by midnight Oct 5 to save 15% on bookings and gift certificates including Halloween Mystery night games.

Murder Mystery Mayhem is a murder mystery game done by Vancouver Mysteries in conjunction with the Vancouver Public Library(VPL).  This is where you explore the Central library while searching for clues!Can you solve the mystery?

Calling all detectives for an afternoon of whodunit among the stacks!  Who killed Sherlock Holmes and why was he in the library?

Come explore Central library while searching for clues to solve this haunting mystery.  Using permanent art, architecture, and library collections you will discover the answers to various puzzles and challenges, leading you to unmask the villain and gain victory!

Games take approximately 90 minutes and will run throughout the afternoon starting at 1 pm.  You will receive an email with your specific start time and other mysterious details.  Register yourself and up to 5 other players for your team, or register to join another team and make some new friends.  Work together to prove your prowess in puzzle-solving!

You must register for this event.

Dates: October 28, 2023
Times: 1pm-4pm
Ages: Adults
Location: Vancouver Public Library(Central branch), 350 West Georgia St, Vancouver
Cost (online/onsite): Free
Registration: Registration

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 7-8
Times:Oct 7: 11am-7pm, Oct 8: 10am-4pm
Ages: All Ages
Location: : Croation Cultural Centre, 3250 Commercial Drive
Cost (online/onsite): $5 at the door, $4 in advance. Weekend passes are $7 (advance only).  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!

The Spooky Pop up Shop and Bop is a Halloween and Horror themed market featuring: gothic handmade jewelry for all budgets, scary bath and bodycare, spooky hand poured candles, eerie locally made snacks and sweets, horrifying art and prints, creepy handmade decor, shocking punch needle and embroidery, and streetfood.

This event is outdoors and is dog friendly.

Dates: Oct 14, 2023
Times: 11am-5pm
Ages: All Ages
Location: : 800 Robson Plaza, behind the Art Gallery
Cost (online/onsite): Free
Website: Spooky Pop up Shop and Bop

The 2023 Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival (VHS) is an annual event that shows short and feature movies from the Horror genre.

For 2023, the VHS will have over 40 short films and 6 feature films.

This is a ticketed event.  You must buy tickets to see the films.

Dates: October 13 – 15
Times: various
Ages: 19+
Location: : Scotiabank Theatre, 900 Burrard
Cost (online/onsite): various
Website: Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival
Facebook: Vancouver Horror Show Film Festival Facebook page
Tickets: online tickets

Note 1: The festival is also on from October 20-22 at the Cineplex Metrotown in Burnaby.

Money Saving Tip: Save money by buying either a Vancouver Weekend Pass, Full Festival Pass, or 2/3/4 Program Bundles!

Glow in the Dark Halloween Illusion Exhibit at Dimensions Art Gallery is the 1st 3D Painted Interactive Halloween Gallery.

There are both painted and physical illusions that you can take photos with.

This is a ticketed event.  You must buy tickets to go.

Dates: On Now until ???
Times: 7pm
Ages: All Ages
Location: Dimensions Art Gallery, 432 West Hastings St.
Cost (online/onsite): Prices are for 1 hour stay: Adults(14+): $25-30, Children(5-13): $15/20, 4 and under: free
Website:
Tickets: Halloween Bookings

Haunted Houses in Vancouver

Vancouver, known for its breathtaking natural beauty, transforms into a realm of spine-tingling terror every Halloween, thanks to its spectacular haunted houses.  As the days grow shorter and the nights darker, adrenaline-seekers flock to these eerie attractions for heart-pounding scares.

But it's not just about the fear; Vancouver's haunted houses are also a testament to incredible craftsmanship and creativity. Each one is meticulously designed to immerse you in a world of horror, with realistic sets, bone-chilling actors, and special effects that will leave you breathless.

Whether you're a horror enthusiast or a first-time visitor, Vancouver's haunted houses promise an unforgettable Halloween experience that will haunt your nightmares for years to come. Don't miss the chance to brave these dark and disturbing attractions and embrace the spirit of Halloween in all its terrifying glory.

The Haunted House at Barclay Manor is an annual Haunted House put on by the West End Community Centre.

It takes about 5-10 minutes to make your way through the Barclay Manor which has been converted into a spooky, scary house!

This is a ticketed event.  Tickets can be purchased online, or in person at the West End Community Centre or Coal Harbour Community Centre, or at the door.  Tickets purchased at door are CASH ONLY.

Dates: October 27 7pm-9pm, October 28 4:30pm-6:30pm
Ages: 8+, parental discretion
Location: : Barclay Manor, 1447 Barclay Street
Cost (online/onsite): $4 per per person, or $12 for a family of 4
Website: Haunted House at Barclay Manor
Online Tickets: go to City of Vancouver online recreation portal

Tip: Buy your tickets online early as they are going fast!

The Dead Strange Fellows Haunted Brewhouse is a Haunted House in the Strange Fellows Brewhouse.

"Did you and yours dare enter this swamp of horrors teeming with the terrifying creatures from the land of the dead and can you make it through without becoming the body in their brew!"

This is a self-guided tour throught the haunted house with groups of 6.  You are encouraged to dress in a halloween costume.

There will be a food truck on site.

This is a ticketed event with 30 minute time intervals.  Tickets can be purchased online.

On the Sat/Sun afternoon there is a family friendly version which is less scary.

Dates: October 27, 2023 - October 31, 2023
Times: Friday to Tuesday: 5pm-10pm; Family-friendly hours: Sat/Sun: noon to 4:30pm
Ages: All Ages, but under 16 must be accompanied by a guardian, 19+ to drink beer
Location: Strange Fellows Brewhouse, 1345 Clark Drive
Cost (online/onsite): $27.50 per per person, or $35 per person with Beer(19+), Family weekend afternnoon: $20 per person with no beer, very limited tickets on site
Website/Tickets: Dead Fellows Haunted Brewhouse

Money Saving Tip: We asked for and got you a discount at the haunted brewhouse.  Use PROMO CODE: DEADFELLOWS10

Fright Nights has 8 haunted houses.

Fright Nights details...

The Spooky Halloween Bash at the Trout Lake Community Centre will have a haunted house.

Spooky Halloween Bash details...

Halloween Parties

The Spooky Halloween Bash is a party for children at the Trout Lake Community Centre.

This is your chance to show off your awesome costume while having lots of fun!

Come visit the spooky haunted house, created by the Trout Lake Youth Council, jump in the bouncy castle, play Halloween games and make some fun arts and crafts to take home!

This event is free, but please register!

Dates: October 28, 2023
Times: 10am-12pm
Ages: 2-13yrs
Location: Trout Lake Community Centre, 3360 Victoria Drive, Vancouver
Cost: Free, but please register
Website: Spooky Halloween Bash

By attending our Spooktacular Halloween Party, you'll have the opportunity to explore the wide range of products created by local artists and makers.

From handcrafted masks and eerie decorations to one-of-a-kind jewelry and spooky artwork, you'll be amazed by the talent and creativity on display.

Plus, by supporting these talented individuals, you'll be contributing to the growth of our local arts community!

Not only will you have access to an incredible selection of Halloween products, but you'll also get to participate in thrilling activities and competitions throughout the night.

Show off your costume for a chance to win exciting prizes for the best costume, makeup, and originality.

Get your face painted by professional makeup artists who will turn you into a living nightmare.

And don't forget to capture your spine-chilling memories at our Halloween-themed photo booth!

Come celebrate the spirit of Halloween with us at Pacific Arts Market and experience a day of fun, and fantastic artistry.

Get ready for a Spooktacular Halloween Party that will leave you screaming for more!

They have online tickets.

Dates: October 29, 2023
Times: 1pm-5pm
Ages: All Ages
Location: Pacific Arts Market, 1448 W. Broadway, Vancouver
Cost: Free or $10 Donation
Website: Halloween Party at Pacific Arts Market

The Halloween Costume Ball 2023 is a very large annual Halloween Costume Party.

It will happen at ScienceWorld and will have 3 rooms of music and 5 fully licensed bars and will be hosting top DJ's and live performers for over 1200 partiers!

Dates: October 28, 2023
Times: 9pm-2am
Ages: 19+
Location: ScienceWorld, 1455 Quebec St, Vancouver
Cost: Yes, see their website
Website: Twisted.ca

The Irish Families Halloween Party Potluck is a Halloween party potluck with crafts, face painting, and festive fun!

Please bring a snack to share if you can.

This World’s Ours is an inclusive centre in Vancouver providing a safe, social space and a variety of programs for neurodiverse children and families.

Dates: October 28, 2023
Times: 10am-1pm
Ages:
Location: This World's Ours Centre, 191 East 10th, Vancouver
Cost: ???
Website: Irish Families Halloween Potluck Party
Registration: Register on Facebook

The Halloween Havoc Boat Party 2023 is a halloween themed boat party!

This is the 11th annual Halloween Havoc boat party with live DJs and a dance floor.

Dates: October 28, 2023
Times: Boarding 8pm, goes until 12am
Ages: 19+
Location: Burrard Queen, 760 Pacific Blvd Vancouver
Cost: various based on dates and group size
Website: Vancouver Halloween Boat Party 2023
Tickets: Halloween Havoc Boat Party 2023

The Halloween Boat Party 2023 / Latin Halloween Boat Party is a halloween themed boat party!

This is a large boat that holds about 400 people.

There will be:

• club-like roof top dance floor
• fully licensed bar on two levels
• 4 hours of party, 3 hours of cruising onwater
• 3 levels to choose from
• 2 dance floors
• live DJs
• professional photographer
• spacious outside viewing deck

Note: one of the floors will be Latin music, but you have access to both floors regardless of which party ticket you buy.

Dates: October 28, 2023
Times: Boarding 8pm, goes until 12am
Ages: 19+
Location: Magic Spirit, 1601 Bayshore Dr, Vancouver
Cost: various based on dates and group size
Website: Vancouver Halloween Boat Party 2023
Tickets: Halloween Havoc Boat Party 2023

A Spooky Disco Hallowee Party is a halloween party in Mount Pleasant

"Get ready for a hair-raising evening filled with electrifying beats, eerie decorations, and a dance floor that will send shivers down your spine.  Dress up in your most hauntingly glamorous or terrifyingly creative costumes, as there will be a thrilling costume contest with ghoulishly good prizes for the winner."

Dates: October 28, 2023
Times: 8pm-2am
Ages: 19+
Location: Chill x Studio, 2270 Manitoba St., Vancouver
Cost: Yes, see their website
Website: ChillPill Comedy Facebook Tickets: A Spooky Disco Hallowee Party

The Halloween Party at the Pint is a halloween party with 2 floors and 3 bars!

They also will have a $1000 cash prize for best dressed!  Last year's winner was a dead mermaid costume!

Note: There is also a Brazilian Halloween Party listed on EventBrite for the same exact date.  We will check with the Pint to see if it is a Brazilian party or general Halloween party.

Dates: October 28, 2023
Times: 9pm-2am
Ages: 19+
Location: The Pint Public House, 455 Abbott St, Vancouver
Cost: $21 GA-must enter by 10pm, $26.25 VIP-must enter by 11PM
Website: Vancouver.thepint.ca Tickets: EventBrite tickets

The Vancouver Halloween Boat Party 2023 is a halloween themed boat party!

There will be Multiple Boats, 1000+ People, and is an Booze Cruise!

There will be prizes for best male and female costumes!

There will be Club anthems, hip hop, house, latin, and mashups.

Drink Specials and Bottle Service Available

Dates: October 31, 2023
Times: Boarding 8pm, goes until 12am
Ages: 19+
Location: 760 Pacific Blvd Vancouver
Cost: $40.01-$60.48
Website: Vancouver Halloween Boat Party 2023
Tickets: Vancouver Halloween Boat Party 2023

Street Displays

When Halloween approaches, Vancouver streets and neighborhoods undergo a spectacular transformation with jaw-dropping house and street displays that rival any other city's festivities. From the West End to East Vancouver, residents go all out to create immersive and spine-tingling Halloween experiences for everyone to enjoy. The city's neighborhoods become enchantingly eerie, with an explosion of creativity evident in every corner.

One can't-miss destination for Halloween enthusiasts is the charming community of Dunbar, where residents deck out their homes with elaborate decorations, turning the entire area into a haunted wonderland. Likewise, the historic district of Strathcona is known for its Victorian-era homes, which take on an eerie, haunted appearance with ghostly decorations and cobweb-covered gardens.

For a unique and immersive experience, take a stroll through the West End's tree-lined streets, where you'll encounter meticulously decorated houses that bring classic horror movie scenes to life. In East Vancouver, Commercial Drive and Main Street are home to some of the most elaborate and spooky house displays, complete with interactive elements that engage and thrill visitors of all ages.

No matter where you go in Vancouver during Halloween, you're bound to encounter streets and houses that will transport you to a world of Halloween magic and wonder. It's a testament to the city's sense of community and creativity that makes Halloween in Vancouver an unforgettable and enchanting experience for all who venture out to explore it.

There are fantastic halloween displays put up in front of the heritage houses on the 900 block of Bute Street.

One house normally has a giant pirate ship coming out of it!  It is an amazing display!

These houses give out candy to trick-or-treaters on Halloween night!

The apartment building next to the houses also gives out candies on Halloween Night.  They used to do an elaborate halloween display, but have scaled back in recent years.

This is the main block in the West End of Vancouver for Halloween!  Thousands of people come by on Halloween night to see the displays.

Dates: mid-Oct to early Nov
Times: All time
Ages: All Ages
Location: : 900 Block Bute Street, Vancouver
Cost: Free

Tip: It is so busy on Halloween night, so we recommend that you go on another night prior to Halloween to get a good view of the Halloween decorations!

Primarily known for it's fantastic Christmas displays, the 2400-2900 blocks of Trinity Street now put up fantastic Halloween decorations.

Dates: mid-Oct to early Nov
Times: All time
Ages: All Ages
Location: : 2400-2900 Trinity Street, Vancouver
Cost: Free

Trick or Treating

most residential streets will have homes that do trick or treating and give out candy. more common now are malls and commercial businesses giving out treats. some of the Business Improvement Associations have trick or treating by their businesses.

This is an annual trick or treating event on West Broadway for kids and pets!

Visit over 50 merchants for free Halloween candy, sweet treats, and pet treats all along West Broadway between Collingwood to Larch St.  Just look for the pumpkin in the window and the wagging tails!

Starts at West Broadway at Macdonald.

Participants can pick up their FREE treat bag and map of participating locations, and enter to win Halloween prizes!

They will also be collecting non-perishable pet food and donations for the BC SPCA.  Any donation is pawtastic.

Along the candy trail, capture your Halloween profile pic at our event photo booth! #PumpkinPerfect #BootifulSmile

Dates: October 28, 2023
Times: 1pm-4pm
Ages: kids/pets
Location: : West Broadway, Vancouver
Cost: Free
Website: Howl-O-Ween Kids and Pets Trick or Treat

Participating businesses on Denman Street will be handing out candy to kids on Halloween afternoon.

Children are encouraged to dress up in their scariest costume to go Trick-or-Treating!

Dates: October 31, 2023
Times: 4:30pm-6pm
Ages: kids
Location: : Denman Street, Vancouver
Cost: Free
Website: Haunted House at Barclay Manor

Tip: Kids, you can double your Halloween haul by going to Yaletown Trick-or-Treating which starts at 3:30pm first before the Denman Street Trick-or Treating which starts at 4:30pm!

Participating businesses in Yaletown will be handing out candy to kids on Halloween afternoon.

Dates: October 31, 2023
Times: 3:30pm-5:30pm
Ages: kids
Location: : See map above, Yaletown, Vancouver
Cost: Free
Website: Trick or Treating in Yaletown

Tip: Kids, you can double your Halloween haul by going to Yaletown Trick-or-Treating which starts at 3:30pm first before the Denman Street Trick-or Treating which starts at 4:30pm!

The River District will have Trick or Treating,sweet treats, hot chocolate, photobooth, and spooky fun for all!

Dates: October 31, 2023
Times: 5pm-7pm
Ages: kids
Location: : River District Crossing and East Kent Ave South (right by the River District Apiary)
Cost: Free

Participating businesses in the Dunbar Village will be handing out candy to kids on the Saturday before Halloween.

This non-scary Halloween event that is taking place in all three areas of Dunbar Village, come out to trick-or-treat in a toddler-friendly environment.

This event happened in 2022, but has not been confirmed yet for 2023!

Dates: TBC
Times: TBC
Ages: kids
Location: : Denman Street, Vancouver
Cost: Free
Website: Trick or Treat in Dunbar Village

Children

A spooktacular event suited for 2-8 years includes arts and crafts, photo booth, bouncy castle, and a haunted house!

Everyone is encouraged to come in costume.

Space is limited and pre-registration is encouraged.  Drop-in’s available day-of event, space permitting.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.  Parent/caregiver participation required.

Dates: October 21, 2023
Times: 10:30am-12pm
Ages: 2-8 yrs
Location: Mini Gym at False Creek Community Centre, 1318 Cartwright St, Vancouver
Cost: $5
Website: Halloween Howl

Welcome to Club Carousel, a “baby rave” Hallowen edition where families are encouraged to dress up and dance to music by a live in-house DJ, while getting connected to their own personal rhythm and creative movement.

Featuring face painting and free snacks, it's a fun-filled environment for the very young, and the young at heart.

Dance at its core is community building and this morning dance party offers families the change to let loose and bop to the beat

Dates: October 29, 2023
Times: 8:30am-11:30
Ages: All Ages
Location: Carousel Theatre, 1141 Cartwright St, Vancouver
Cost: by Donation
Website: Baby Rave Halloween Fun

Nightclubs

Many nightclubs will have parties for Halloween.  These parties are usually on the Saturday night before Halloween.

The Granville Entertainment District on Granville St. will be full of parties, costumes, and partiers on the Weekend prior to Halloween, especially on the evening of Saturday, October 28, 2023.

The Dark Eighties Halloween Party at Wise Hall

Celebrate Halloween in costume with The Dark Eighties DJS!

The Dark Eighties DJS will be playing your favourite (and some more obscure) DARK 80s anthems until LATE!  This is NOT your typical 80s night!  You'll hear this kinda stuff: GOTH I POST PUNK I NEW ROMANTICS I ITALO DISCO I EBM I INDUSTRIAL I DARK plus COLD WAVE I MINIMAL WAVE I CULT 80S HITS I SYNTH POP I DARK ELECTRONIC + more!

We strongly encourage and practically insist upon HALLOWEEN COSTUMES!

Dates: October 27, 2023
Times: 8pm-1am
Ages: 19+
Location: The Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac, Vancouver
Cost: Advance: $10-$25, Door(if available): $30
Tickets: The Dark Eighties Halloween Party at Wise Hall

Parade of Lost Souls 2023 Afterparty at Wise Hall

This cosmic extravaganza is proudly presented by Vancouver's cherished gem, The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret Society, and promises yet another year of whimsical, spectacular times that will leave you breathless.

What to expect:

• Mind-bending performances that defy the laws of physics!
• A kaleidoscope of costumes and characters from every conceivable universe!
• Live music that will transport you to otherworldly realms!
• Interdimensional dance floors that will keep you grooving all night long!

Don't miss the chance to experience the unexplainable, the unimaginable, and the unforgettable!  Join us as we jump aboard the Quantum Bandwagon and journey through the infinite possibilities of our inner multiverse.

Secure your spot now and prepare to lose yourself in a night of cosmic wonder and boundless imagination. This is a celebration where ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN, and the only limit is the sky – or perhaps, not even that!

Dates: October 28, 2023
Times: 9:30pm-12am
Ages: 19yrs+
Location: The Wise Hall, 1882 Adanac, Vancouver
Cost: Advance: $40+, Door(if available): $??
Tickets: Lost Souls 2023 After Party at Wise Hall

Coffin Club Halloween Party at Red Room

Stomp and swoon to a variety of dark alternative classics from beyond the grave, with a high energy dancefloor mix curated by the Restricted Entertainment DJ crew.

Prizes for best costumes.  Horror movie visuals. Decorations!

Bring in a carved pumpkin to put out at the bar, we will have LED candles for you!  No open flame candles permitted.

Front of the line entry to anyone carrying a jack-o-lantern, and prizes given out at midnight for best one of the night!

Music soundtrack = counter-culture & underground music from the 80s and 90s right up to right now.  Retro, New Wave, Classic Alternative, Goth, Industrial, Post-Punk, EBM, Dark Electronic & much more!

Full size sound system to pound those monster beats deep into your bones

Dates: October 29, 2023
Times: 9pm-2am
Ages: 19+
Location: Red Room, 398 Richards St, Vancouver
Cost: $22-$35
Tickets: Coffin Club Halloween Party at Red Room

There are many Community Centre events that take place for Halloween in Vancouver.

Vancouver's community centers come alive with Halloween spirit, offering a diverse array of spooky and family-friendly events that cater to residents of all ages.  Each year, these vibrant hubs of neighborhood activity transform into Halloween wonderlands, creating memorable experiences for the entire community. Families flock to community centers like West Point Grey, Kensington, and Kerrisdale for pumpkin carving contests, costume parties, and eerie storytelling sessions that ignite young imaginations.

For those seeking more intense thrills, some centers host haunted houses that challenge even the bravest souls. Adults can join in the fun too, with themed dance parties and costume contests that showcase the city's creativity.

Additionally, Vancouver's community centers often collaborate on larger-scale events like the "Halloween Carnival Extravaganza" held at the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Center.  This grand celebration features live entertainment, carnival games, and an impressive costume parade, offering a fantastic way for Vancouverites to come together and celebrate the spirit of Halloween.

No matter which neighborhood you call home, Vancouver's community centers ensure that Halloween is a time of joy and community bonding, providing opportunities for all residents to create cherished memories and embrace the magic of the season.

Following is a list of the events which had availability as of Sep 25, 2023:

• Youth Halloween Movie - "Goosebumps" - False Creek Community Centre , Oct 13, 2023 6pm-8pm, Cost: free, Ages: 2-7yrs, #463405
• Youth Halloween Light Jars - Roundhouse Community Arts and Rec Centre , Oct 20, 2023 6pm-8pm, Cost: free, Ages: 13-17yrs, #471746
• Halloween Movie Night - Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre , Oct 20, 2023 6pm-8pm, $6, Ages: 13-17yrs, #472136
• Halloween Howl - False Creek Community Centre , Oct 21, 2023 10:30am-Noon, $5, Ages: 2-7yrs, #463405
• Halloween Yoga & Art: Families with Children on Spectrum - Trout Lake Community Centre , Oct 22, 2023 2pm-3:30pm, Cost:???, Ages: 5+, #471983
• Halloween Pumpkin Carving - Roundhouse Community Arts and Rec Centre , Oct 24, 2023 3:30pm-4:30pm, $9, Ages: all ages, #473394
• Halloween Carnival - West Point Grey Cmty Centre - Alberthau, Oct 28, 2023 10am-noon, $8, Ages: 1+ to 10yrs, #469130
• Halloween Carnival and Ghostly Graveyard - Coal Harbour Community Centre, Oct 28, 2023 10am-noon, $7, Ages: 2 to 7yrs, #470426
• Halloween Carnival and Spooky House (session 1) - Killarney Community Centre, Oct 28, 2023 10am-noon, $6-$6.50, Ages: 2 to 8yrs, #456078
• Halloween Carnival and Spooky House (session 2) - Killarney Community Centre, Oct 28, 2023 11:30am-12:30pm, $6-$6.50, Ages: 2 to 8yrs, #456079
• Halloween Carnival and Spooky House (session 3) - Killarney Community Centre, Oct 28, 2023 1pm-2pm, $6-$6.50, Ages: 2 to 8yrs, #456080
• Halloween Indoor Trick or Treat - Dunbar Community Centre , Oct 28, 2023 1pm-3pm, $6, Ages: <10yrs, #465289
• Kensington Halloween Carnival - Kensington Community Centre , Oct 28, 2023 1pm-3pm , Cost:???, Ages: all ages, #462901
• SPOOKtacular Halloween Party - Renfrew Park Community Centre, Oct 28, 2023 noon-3pm, Cost:???, Ages: all ages, #471393
• Spooky Halloween Bash - Trout Lake Community Centre , Oct 28, 2023 10am-noon, Cost:???, Ages: 2-12yrs, #466919
• Halloween Costume Party - Britannia Community Centre , Oct 31, 2023 2pm-4pm, free, Ages: 55+yrs, #473821

Register for any of these events on the Vancouver Recreation page: City of Vancouver Recreation Portal

There are many Vancouver Public Library(VPL) events that take place for Halloween in Vancouver.

Following is a list of the events listed on their website as of Sep 29, 2023:

• Halloween Howl - scary stories and activities for elementary kids - Strathcona Branch , Oct 26, 2023 3pm-4pm, Ages: grades K-7
• Family Movie: The Nightmare Before Christmas - movie for children and their caregivers, Renfrew Branch , Oct 27, 2023 3:30pm-4:45pm, Ages: school age children, limited seating, first-come, first-served.
• Halloween Howl - scary stories and activities for elementary kids - Oakridge Branch , Oct 30, 2023 3:30pm-4:30pm, Ages: grades K-7
• KidsZone: Spooky Stories - sharing scary stories - Central Branch , Oct 30, 2023 3:30pm-4:30pm, Ages: grades K-7, drop-in
• Halloween Family Storytime - enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories, costumes encouraged - Central Branch , Oct 31, 2023 11am-noon, Ages: pre-school chidren
• ONLINE EVENT: Elizabeth Hand: A Haunting on the Hill - Author Elizabeth Hand talks about her new novewl, A Haunting on the the Hill, Oct 31, 2023 12pm-1pm, Ages: Adults, Registration is required.
• Halloween Family Storytime - enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories, costumes encouraged - West Point Grey Branch , Oct 31, 2023 2pm-3pm, Ages: pre-school chidren
• Halloween Howl - scary stories and activities for elementary kids - South Hill Branch , Oct 31, 2023 3:30pm-4:30pm, Ages: grades K-7
• Halloween Howl - scary stories and activities for elementary kids - Kitsilano Branch , Oct 31, 2023 3:30pm-4:30pm, Ages: grades K-7
• Family Movie: The Nightmare Before Christmas - movie for children and their caregivers, Renfrew Branch , Oct 27, 2023 3:30pm-4:45pm, Ages: school age children, limited seating, first-come, first-served.

  For more information and to Register for any of these events on the Vancouver Public Library website: VPL Event Search:Halloween

Wearing a Halloween Costume and celebrating Halloween in Vancouver is growing each year!

Vancouver's Halloween spirit is incomplete without its incredible array of costumes and costume stores.  As the holiday approaches, the city's residents begin their quest to find the perfect outfit to transform themselves into their favorite characters, creatures, and phantoms. Fortunately, Vancouver offers an abundance of options, ensuring that everyone can unleash their creativity and embrace the Halloween spirit.

The city boasts a wide variety of costume shops, each with its own unique charm and selection.  Granville Island's costume stores are known for their theatrical and high-quality costumes, perfect for those seeking an authentic look.  On the other hand, Main Street's vintage and thrift shops offer a treasure trove of costume possibilities for the budget-conscious and eco-conscious individuals who prefer to recycle and repurpose.

For those craving a truly immersive costume shopping experience, Commercial Drive's boutiques offer a delightful blend of offbeat and traditional attire.  The neighborhood's vibrant and eclectic atmosphere makes finding the ideal costume an adventure in itself.

Vancouver's costume stores cater to all ages and interests.  Whether you're searching for classic Halloween staples like witches, vampires, and zombies, or you want to dive into the latest pop culture trends, you'll find a costume store that has you covered.  Additionally, many stores offer costume accessories, makeup, and prosthetics to ensure every detail of your transformation is perfect.

What truly sets Vancouver apart is its dedication to sustainability.  Many costume stores in the city prioritize eco-friendly options, with a focus on reusable and locally sourced materials.  This commitment to reducing the environmental impact of Halloween costumes reflects Vancouver's progressive and eco-conscious culture.

In summary, Vancouver's Halloween costume scene is a testament to the city's creativity and inclusivity.  Whether you're a professional cosplayer, a parent shopping for a child, or simply someone looking to have fun for a night, Vancouver's costume stores have everything you need to make your Halloween dreams a reality.  With the wide variety of options available, you're sure to find the perfect costume that will make you the star of the night during Vancouver's spookiest season.

The most popular Halloween Costumes for 2023 are: Barbie, Ken, Ariel The Little Mermaid, PAW Patrol, Spider Man, Super Mario, Luigi, Taylor Swift, Maverick, Wednesday Addams, and Ted Lasso.

Following is a list of some stores that sell Halloween costumes in the city of Vancouver:

Arguably the best place to get costumes and halloween decorations is Spirit of Halloween.

For 2023 there is only 1 Spirit of Halloween location in the city of Vancouver at: 2306 Granville St.

Dates: Now until November
Times: 10am-9pm(7pm on Sundays)
Ages: All Ages
Location:2306 Granville St, Vancouver
Website: SpiritHalloween.com

Money Saving Tip: They have a 20% off coupon for online or in store at this link: store info and 20% off coupon

Amy's on Davie is a dollar store on Davie Street in the West End That sells costumes.  They also have a bunch of wigs and accessories.

Dates: open everyday
Times: Mon-Sat: 10am-7pm, Sun: 12pm-5pm
Ages: All Ages
Location:1050 Davie St, Vancouver
Website: AmysOnDavie.ca

Just Imagine Fun Clothing, Costumes, and Dance Gear is a store that sells costumes year-round.

It sells high-quality costumes primarily aimed at the 3-8 year olds, but has some for younger and older.  Additionally, they will have a few larger costumes for Halloween.  They also have a bunch of adult costume accessories such as hats!

Note: This store is located in the Kids Market on Granville Island.

Dates: open everyday
Times: 10am-6pm
Ages: 3yrs-8yrs
Location: Granville Island, 1496 Cartwright St, Vancouver
Website: JustImagineCostumes.com

Vancouver Halloween Costume Shop is a seasonal large 2 floor store downtown with a large selection of Halloween costumes for men, women, and children and costume accessories.

Dates: open everyday
Times: Mon-Wed: 11am-7pm, Thur-Sat: 11am-8pm, Sun: 2pm-6pm
Location: 804 Granville St, Vancouver
Website:

Sep 21, 2023 Update: They have 2 floors of Halloween costumes and accessories.  They are expected to get lots more costumes in a few weeks!

Camouflage Military Surplus is a store downtown with a large selection of Halloween costumes during the Halloween season.  The top floor will be filled with Halloween costumes.

Dates: open everyday
Times: 10am-8pm
Location: 888 Granville St, Vancouver
Website:

Sep 21, 2023 Update: They don't have Halloween costumes yet!  They are expected to have their costumes out in a few weeks!

Money Saving Tip: They are planning on having a blowout sale of last year's costumes for $30 each!

Other Halloween Activities

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 29, 2023 there will be a Mourners Tea from 12pm-1:30pm.  This will be a community conversation about death and grieving through personal experience.  This is an ONLINE event.  All Ages welcome.  Register by emailing: info@nightforallsouls.com

On November 1, 2023 there is a closing procession to the shrines where the written messages and memorials are gathered, the names are read out load, and then the messages are burned.

Kit will be available beginning Oct 19 and cam be found outside the Cemetery Office to take home and personalize.

Dates: Oct 19-Nov 1, 2023
Times: ???
Ages: All Ages
Location: : Mountain View Cemetery, 5455 Fraser St, Vancouver
Cost (online/onsite): TBA
Website: NightForAllSouls.com

There is an annual community pumpkin patch where you are able to get your photo taken by a photographer and to listen to live music.

Pets are also allowed.  No need to register or rsvp.  Just come on down, pick a pumpkin and snap a few pics!

Dates: October 21, 2023
Times: TBC
Ages: All Ages
Location: : Kits Wings Mural -West 4th Ave and Burrard St.-North West corner
Cost: Free
Website: Kitspatch

There is free skating and skate rentals in Kerrisdale for Halloween.

This event happened in 2022, but has not been confirmed yet for 2023!

Dates: TBC
Times: TBC
Ages: kids
Location: : Kerridale Arena, 5670 East Boulevard
Cost: Free
Website: Halloween on Ice

The Strathcona Community Policing Centre and RayCam Co-operative Centre, in partnership with Strathcona BIA, will be hosting the third annual Halloween Hop in Strathcona.

Several of our local businesses will be handing out candy to trick-or-treaters in the 800 Block of East Hastings on Halloween Day.

Join Strathcona’s most colourful block for a fun and spooky afternoon!

This event is free to attend and all are welcome.

The Strathcona Halloween Hop walking route starts at RayCam Co-operative Centre at Campbell Ave and East Hastings St. Enjoy treats provided by local businesses, a photo booth, and an activity zone with fun for the whole family.

This event happened in 2022, but has not been confirmed yet for 2023!

Dates: TBC
Times: TBC
Ages: Everyone
Location: : 800 Block Hastings Street, Vancouver
Cost: Free
Website: Halloween Hop

Following are some popular events that have been cancelled this year or cancelled permanently.

The Stanley Park Ghost Train is a halloween-themed miniature train ride.

Each year there is a different theme.  The theme for 2023 is: TBA

The Stanley Park Junction is decorated with halloween decorations, and has a haunted barn, and maze!

The evening trains have live actors in costumes.  The matinees do not have live actors and are for younger children.

This is a ticketed event.  You must buy tickets to ride the train.  The maze and other activities in the junction are usually free.

Dates: Cancelled
Times: na
Ages: na
Location: Stanley Park Junction in Stanley Park
Cost (online/onsite): na
Website: StanleyParkVan.com
Tickets: na

Note 1: This event was cancelled in 2022.  This event has not been confirmed yet for 2023..

Note 2: It is not too scary, but the matinees are recommended for younger children!

Tip: Buy your tickets early if you are planning on going on a weekend night because it usually sells out, especially closer to Halloween Night!

There used to be a Vancouver Halloween Parade and Expo but it has been cancelled this year due to the upcoming 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.

Website: VanHalloween.com

A few years ago there used to be Vancouver Haunted Trolley Tours but they have been permanently cancelled.

These are the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Halloween in Vancouver.

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Yes, just look at the above list of Halloween events on our website, HalloweenVancouver.com and it is clear that Vancouver celebrates Halloween!

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