Canyon Frights are back at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park this season. Visitors are invited to take a thrilling journey through history where the spirits of the past come to life as they enjoy a Halloween gathering reminiscent of a Victorian ‘Fall Fair’.
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Halloween at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Open: Friday, October 13 until Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Where: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park (3735 Capilano Rd, North Vancouver)
Tickets: Must be purchased in advance online and are on sale now, with a limited quantity of tickets available. Visits are scheduled in 30-minute arrival increments. BC Annual Passholders are also required to reserve their time online prior to their visit.
The Park, illuminated for the occasion, sets the perfect atmosphere as the festivities take an unexpected twist revealing a turn of events in the rainforest. Visitors can wear their best, family-friendly costumes and take part in Halloween-themed games and surprises.
The owls of Raptors Ridge will be around from 10:00am to 5:30pm on weekends during the festivities and you can check out all the park attractions like Treetops Adventure, the Living Forest, Cliffwalk, and the Story Centre. Shop the Trading Post, and grab something to eat at the Cliff House Restaurant or Loggers’ Grill.
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park will be expanding their support of the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund this year with partial proceeds from Canyon Frights admissions being donated to fire and burn education in schools throughout British Columbia.
Win Passes to Canyon Frights
I have a family 4-pack of tickets to give away to Canyon Frights! Here’s how you can enter to win:
Canyon Lights will transform Capilano Suspension Bridge Park into an unforgettable family-friendly holiday light experience from November 17, 2023 to January 21, 2024. Cross the world-famous bridge, lit end-to-end with a multi-colour display above the illuminated Capilano River and canyon. Journey into a magical glowing rainforest and walk high above the forest floor on the glittering Treetops Adventure. Wind your way along the twinkling cliffside pathway of Cliffwalk. Capture Instagram-worthy moments, sip a decadent hot chocolate while you listen to live holiday tunes and explore the fun festive activities that await you. Tickets for Canyon Lights will be available starting November 3rd.
The Cerebral Palsy Association of BC (CPABC) wants you to take on the Rock, Paper, Scissors Challenge in honour of World CP Day on October 6th. This classic game has a charitable twist!
Rock Paper Scissors Challenge for World CP Day
How it works:
Choose your opponent: Friend, colleague, relative, or neighbour and challenge them to a best-of three rounds Rock Paper Scissors game
All proceeds from the challenge go directly to support the work of the Cerebral Palsy Association of BC programs including Therapeutic Recreation activities, Peer Support groups, Adaptive Equipment and Assistive Devices funding, Movement Therapy, Family Supports, and other key programs to see the over 11,000 children and adults living with cerebral palsy (CP) in British Columbia enjoy Life Without Limits.
BC Place Northern Lights Display Across False Creek- Miss604 Photo
World CP Day
World Cerebral Palsy Day is a global movement of people with cerebral palsy and their families, and the organizations that support them, in more than 60 countries. The day is an opportunity to celebrate, raise awareness and take action to ensure that people with CP have the same rights, access and opportunity as anyone else in their communities.
BC will light up green to celebrate World CP Day. Some of BC’s most prominent landmarks (Canada Place, BC Place, Science World, and more) will light up green to promote CP awareness.
CPABC Programs and Services
The Cerebral Palsy Association of BC (CPABC) has a robust roster of 12 programs and services that support our community of over 1,000 members. From educational bursaries to recreational programs to support services. It’s all covered for the recipient of the funds or the attendee of the program. Lean more about their programming online here.
Today (September 29th) marks the one year anniversary of Cascades Casino in Delta, and they have a lot to celebrate. It has had a significant influence in the community, succeeding as a premier destination for gaming, dining and entertainment. You can enter to win your own incredible staycation in my giveaway.
Cascades Casino Delta Anniversary
Since opening its doors (you’ve probably noticed it right by Massey Tunnel), Cascades has welcomed more than 627,688 guests to the property, given away $234,955 in cash and prizes through promotions, served more than 142,000 customers in the buffet.
Looking for a refresh on your go-to restaurants and activities? Look no further! We have curated a list of our current culinary favourites and notable limited edition menus, into one convenient spot for this month’s Vancouver Foodie Friday feature. For October, we are fully embracing autumn:
Vancouver Foodie Friday – Fall Festivals, Pop-Ups, Galas and More
H Tasting Lounge Turkey Takeout. Photo submitted
Ultimate Turkey Takeout at H Tasting Lounge Westin Bayshore
Where: H Tasting Lounge (1601 Bayshore Dr., Vancouver)
When: Orders must be placed no later than 12pm on Thursday, October 5. Pick-up must be completed on Sunday, October 8th, between 2:30pm and 6:00pm.
Details: Similar to past years, H Tasting Lounge is once again offering the complete Turkey Takeout autumn meal. It is conveniently packaged, with fully cooked side dishes ready for re-heating (instructions will be provided), a whole turkey with fresh butter and herbs ready to carve and serve, plus a cinnamon pumpkin pie for dessert. It can feed the whole family (8 to 10 guests) for $425 plus taxes. An à la carte option, perfect for smaller groups, is the Carvery To-Go Menu, with portioned meals starting at $55 per person plus taxes. Limited meals are available this season, reserve yours here!
Black Lagoon Halloween Pop-Up at Butcher & Bullock
Where: Butcher & Bullock (911 W Pender St., Vancouver)
When: October 4th – October 31st, 2023
Details: This Halloween season Black Lagoon, the award-winning Halloween pop-up experience from Kelsey Ramage and Erin Hayes, is bringing it’s spooky cocktail pop-up to Vancouver’s Butcher & Bullock. Hayes and Ramage created the Black Lagoon concept following a successful pop-up at New Orleans’ The Dungeon. After the official October 2021 debut in Toronto, it has become an infamous Halloween celebration throughout the U.S. and Canada, and now worldwide. The creators felt Butcher & Bullock would be the perfect YVR location to fit the festive experience. Book your table here and follow along on the fun.
This is one of the most important weekend event lists for Metro Vancouver, filled with things you can do to observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation / Orange Shirt Day on September 30th. This year it’s a new stat holiday in BC so many businesses will be closed on Monday, October 2nd as well.
If you are looking to plan your weekend, and participate in events that commemorate, observe, and honour the importance of the day, I have additional resources here and you can of course view all of the events from Friday to Sunday below:
