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Things to do in Vancouver This Weekend Events October 18-20

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Looking for things to do in Vancouver this weekend? From Halloween trains and frightful nights at Playland to scary movie screenings, this lineup of events around Metro Vancouver offers family-friendly fall fun and so much more!

Friday, October 18 | Saturday, October 19 | Sunday, October 20

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Things to do in Vancouver This Weekend
Events October 18-20

Friday, October 18, 2024

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Holiday Hampers and Adopt-A-Family Programs in Vancouver

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As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to reflect on the spirit of giving. This year, consider making a meaningful impact on those in our Metro Vancouver community by donating to programs such as Holiday Hampers and Adopt-a-Family which support families, individuals, and seniors in need of assistance.

Some helpful options include sponsoring a family and donating holiday hampers, ensuring everyone gets to experience the joy the holidays bring with gifts and food. Deadlines for participation are in November and early December so be sure to leave lots of time to sign up and make your contribution. Thank you for your support!

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Best Spots for Autumn Photos in Stanley Park

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It’s my favourite time of year in Vancouver, when all of the autumn colours are at their brightest, on the boughs in the trees, and crunching under our feet. I have been doing “Today in Vancouver” daily photowalks for the last five years so I’m going to share some of my top places to take autumn photos in Stanley Park.

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West Georgia Entrance

The south side of West Georgia, west of Denman Street, is bright red in the first week or two of October. The north side, at Devonian Harbour Park, usually turns red around the third and fourth week of October. Both have fantastic canopies for some dreamy fall photography.

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HollyDaze in the Heights – Free Festival in Coquitlam

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Don’t miss the return of HollyDaze in the Heights, a free outdoor festival in Coquitlam that kicks off the holiday season in Austin Heights with family activities, entertainment, live music, and more!

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HollyDaze in the Heights

  • Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 4:00pm to 9:00pm
  • Location: 1000 block of Ridgeway in Coquitlam
    • Between Nelson and Marmont Streets
  • Tickets: Free!

Now in its third year, this “BIABC Best in the West” award-winning event is moving over to Ridgeway Avenue, north of Austin Avenue, to accommodate more visitors from across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley at this festive, full block party.

Along with a lineup of family fun, you can enjoy delicious treats from Austin Heights restaurants, local specialty food trucks, and vendors. Adults can enjoy site-wide beer, wine, and ciders on offer. Kids can dive into cookie decorating, Christmas crafts, face painting, and more.

Get a start on your holiday shopping with local artisans and businesses in Austin Heights.

The neighbourhood is easily accessible by foot, car and via public transit. There is also ample parking available for the event at Blue Mountain Church, Blue Mountain Park and on neighbourhood side streets.

Follow the Austin Heights BIA on Facebook and Instagram for more information.

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Hope in Shadows Calendar 2025

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The Hope in Shadows Calendar for 2025 has just been released, featuring photography from the annual Downtown Eastside (“DTES”) community members photo contest. 

Congratulations to Naomi Gabriel for her winning image “A Moment in Time” which won the cover prize for 2025! The image shows community members Melissa James, Ian Bee, Kelvin Bee and Allan Williams outside of Aboriginal Front Door getting ready to start drumming. 

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