Autumn is in full swing this weekend around Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, and the event list is filling up! From pumpkin patches and festivals, to spooky attractions, workshops, and walks – there are many fun things to do around the region this Friday to Sunday:
The Fort Langley Cranberry Festival is a celebration of community, harvest, local business, and one humble berry that brings it all together. Over 35,000 festival goers enjoy this event each year, which spans the Fort Langley Village and National Historic Site throughout one autumn day in the valley.
Fort Langley Cranberries – Miss604 Bog Photo
Fort Langley Cranberry Festival 2024
When: Saturday, October 12, 2024 10:00am to 4:00pm
The Fort Langley Lions Club Pancake Breakfast starts at 8:00am at the greenspace on the corner of Glover and Mary.
Where: Glover Road, Fort Langley Village
There will be parking available at the orchard space at the Fort Langley National Historic Site, Parks Canada and at Living Waters Church.
Festival Admission: Free
There are 230 confirmed market vendors in the heart of the village, and 20 dedicated food vendors. This is the ultimate fall farmers market, blended with a community celebration. There will be a kids area with crafts and face painting, live entertainment, and a beer garden.
Don’t forget to get your fresh cranberries!
The grassroots event began in 1995 and has been supported by the local community, growing to become a much loved annual event, celebrating and recognizing the cranberry’s role in our local history going back thousands of years.
Follow the Fort Langley Project on Facebook for updates about the festival, and the community.
Fort Langley National Historic Site – Free Admission
Over at the Fort Langley National Historic Site, admission will be free! From 10:00am to 5:00pm, explore the juicy history of cranberries through lively demonstrations, slip on your stomping boots, and savour tart and sweet cranberry treats. Discover the fascinating world of cranberry trade and its impact on the Fort’s history. This year’s Cranberry Festival also marks the kickoff the Scarecrow Showcase. Keep an eye out for your favorite scarecrow and be the first to cast your vote!
Wading in a cranberry bog in Fort Langley – Miss604 Photo
Cranberry Bog Tours
This year’s cranberry harvest is looking as stunning as ever at Riverside Cranberry Farm. Registered guests can take in the beautiful valley views with a Harvest Walk. Stroll the perimeter of the field while it’s being actively harvested to see the harvesting machine working or to see the cranberries being pumped off the field. You can even put on a pair of farm waders for the Cranberry Plunge – an Instagram-worthy photo op. Visit the farm store to purchase farm to table products and fresh baked goods and beverages. Be sure to stock up on farm-fresh cranberries for your autumn meals and gatherings. The Fort Langley Cranberry Festival (October 12th) is the final day of the season to take in this experience.
Haunted Village at Burnaby Village Museum returns for another unforgettable Halloween season. This 10-acre open air museum site will come alive after dark with fun for the whole family.
Haunted Village at Burnaby Village Museum – Photo submitted
Haunted Village Halloween at Burnaby Village Museum
Where: Burnaby Village Museum (6501 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby)
There are 2 entrances: Main gate entrance located off Canada Way and Sperling Avenue and the Carousel Gate entrance located on Deer Lake Avenue.
When: October 23-27, 2024
Wednesday to Sunday from 4:00pm to 9:00pm
Admission:Get tickets online or by phoning the Shadbolt Centre Box Office at (604) 205-3000.
Adults $10; Children $5 (2-12 years); Free for children under 2 years
Note: The carousel will not be in operation during Haunted Village
Discover beloved and timeless tales from around the world brought to life, nightly dance parties with DJ Mad Hatter on Hill Street, Indigenous storytelling at Brookfield Hall, circus performances at at Vorce Tram Station, and more.
Costumes are encouraged, and you can savour delicious Halloween themed treats and warm beverages available for purchase at Mai’s Café.
More Activities
Alice in Wonderland: Follow the White Rabbit and meet the whimsical inhabitants of Wonderland at the Band Stand and join the Mad Hatter for nightly dance parties.
Sleeping Beauty: Witness the magic and romance of this classic fairy tale at Elworth and the Home Bakery.
Little Mermaid: Journey under the sea to encounter friends and foes at the Tram Barn.
Momotaro: Discover the adventures of Japan’s Peach Boy and his quest to defeat the ogres at the Ofuro.
Rama and Sita: Immerse yourself in the epic love story from the Ramayana within the windows at the Stride building.
The Monkey King: Join the legendary Monkey King on his journey at the Herbalist.
City of Burnaby Photos
Enjoy a spooky (not scary) evening at Haunted Village. While there will be a Halloween theme, the displays are designed to be family friendly. Certain areas of site will feature skeletons, jack-o-lanterns, large spiders and costumed mannequins depicting different literary scenes—nothing overtly gruesome or frightening. There is a small graveyard set up, but there aren’t any scenes with blood, guts or gore.
This event is known to sell out so make sure you book your tickets as soon as possible. Follow Burnaby Village Museum on Facebook for more information about this event and more seasonal activities.
Treats, crafts, trains, pumpkins, movies, costumes, and so much more! Enjoy a variety of indoor and outdoor family friendly Halloween activities in Metro Vancouver this season, with old favourites returning alongside new activities and adventures for all ages. Here are Miss604’s top picks:
Cranberries to pumpkins, fall foliage to fantastic frights, autumn is here and so is the giant October event list for Metro Vancouver! This month Miss604 sponsors: the Indigenous Business Awards (October 7); Central Spark in Burnaby (October 25); and Haunted Village (October 23-27). Find these events and many more activities listed below. This list is updated daily so check back often throughout the month.
