Alice falls down the rabbit hole again. Only this time, she is older and things aren’t what they seem. But then, what could she expect, wandering through a grand graveyard at night on Halloween? Join Alice in Nightmareland at the Stanley Park Ghost Train from October 11 to 31, 2019.

Stanley Park Ghost Train

Alice falls down the rabbit hole again. Only this time, she is older and things aren’t what they seem. But then, what could she expect, wandering through a grand graveyard at night on Halloween?

Follow Alice and the Not-So-White Rabbit through an endless series of stone doors and enter into a gothic nightmare world of tombs and tombstones, crypts, and catacombs!

Opening Hours
The Ghost Train is open October 11 to 31, 2019.

• Monday to Thursday, 5:30pm to 9:30pm
• Friday to Sunday, 5:30pm to 10:00pm
• Closed Thanksgiving Day (October 14) in the evening

Note: Though Stanley Park Ghost Train is a family-friendly event, they suggest parental guidance for children. For a less scary experience, try the daily matinée train. This is a fright-free experience that has all the props and decor of the after-dark event, minus the live performers in the plaza.

Little Monsters Matinée Train

• Friday to Sunday: 11:00am to 5:00pm (last train at 5:00pm)
• Open Thanksgiving Day (October 14)
• No spooky actors or live performances. Unlimited rides between 11:00am and 2:00pm Friday to Sunday.

The Ghost Train experience also features a haunted maze, pumpkin patch,
hands-on activities and tours by Stanley Park Ecology Society, storytellers, crafts and movies, plus food vendors such as The Looking Glass Canteen and Café, Insomniac’s Coffee, Organic Villa for plant-based options, organic popcorn from the CobHouse, and more.

Tickets

You must buy a ticket to ride the train. Your ticket is valid for one Ghost Train ride and other attractions in the plaza.

BOGO! Buy one ticket online for select weekday dates in October and get another one free. Visit on October 15, 16, 21, and 22 to take advantage of this scream of a deal.

TIPS:
Book online in advance to save time and to avoid sold out rides.
Avoid the crowds and come out Monday to Thursday in the first two weeks.

The Ghost Train has on-site and overflow parking lots. All parking is free.

Follow the Stanley Park Halloween Ghost Train #GhostTrainYVR on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Charity Partner

When you visit Ghost Train, please give generously to our partner charity the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society by bringing a nutritious, non-perishable food item.

Win Tickets

I have a 4 pack of tickets to give away, here’s how you can enter to win:

• Leave a comment on this post (1 entry)
• Click below to post an entry on Twitter

I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Tuesday, October 8, 2019. The winner can attend between October 11-17, 2019, based on availability.

UPDATE The winner is Angela!

The Women Against MS (WAMS) Luncheon is an annual networking event in support of one of Canada’s leading health charities, the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada. On November 22nd, join 400 leading professionals, from a wide range of industries, in support of the movement to end MS.

Women Against MS Luncheon

• When: Friday, November 22, 2019
  • VIP reception at 11:00am
  • Lunch and presentations 12:00pm to 2:00pm
• Where: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver (900 W Georgia St, Vancouver)
• Tickets: Available online now
• Speaker: Zahra Al-Harazi, Entrepreneur and Transformative Leadership Expert.
• Honouree: Christine Sinclair, 3-time Olympian and Canadian Women’s soccer team captain.

In addition to raising funds for MS research and support, the WAMS Luncheon is an excellent networking event that provides table purchasers and sponsors high profile exposure. The luncheon attracts leading professionals and organizations from a wide range of industries in support of the movement to end MS.

The Facts About MS

Canada has one of the highest rates of MS in the world, and women get MS three times more often than men. MS is unpredictable and often disabling, and the average diagnosis is between 14 and 40 years.

Women Against MS (WAMS) is a powerful network of women building MS awareness and raising research funds to end MS. Since launching in Vancouver in 2015, WAMS has raised over $500,000 towards a new generation of ground-breaking Canadian researchers working together to find a cure for multiple sclerosis.

We are in the midst of a remarkable era in research, and with your support, our learnings will continue and translate to real, tangible impacts. Follow WAMS BC on Twitter and Facebook for more information.

Wild salmon, internationally renown wines, stunning natural artwork, and deliciously sweet and savoury fry bread. This season you can sip and savour your way through Kelowna (like I did with ZenSeekers) while also learning about its Indigenous past, present and future.

Published in partnership with VisitCoquitlam.ca

Costumes, candy, falling leaves and spawning salmon – what’s not to love about fall? From lake fishing to indoor adventures, here are 10 reasons to round up the family for some fun in Coquitlam this season. 

Fun for the Family this Fall in Coquitlam

For viewing a natural wonder 

The name Coquitlam comes from the Coast Salish word “kwikwetlem,” which means “red fish up the river.” You can view spawning salmon at a couple of locations throughout Coquitlam, with prime viewing time usually between mid-October through early November. Hop off the SkyTrain at Lafarge Lake-Douglas SkyTrain station for a short walk on the Hoy Creek trail toward Hoy Creek Hatchery. 

Don’t miss the Salmon Come Home event at the hatchery on Sunday, October 20, from 11:00am to 3:00pm. In celebration of salmon returning to the creek, this free event features live salmon demonstrations, music, interactive children’s activities, food and exhibits. 

For the climbers & adventurers 

Calling all monkeys – big and small. ClimbBase5 in Coquitlam is home to Metro Vancouver’s largest indoor climbing facility. If you don’t feel like climbing yourself, you can drop in with the kids and watch from the bottom as they scale the walls. Or, you can book an instructor for a couple hours. 

For the art-lovers 

Roll up your sleeves and immerse yourselves in the arts – free of charge. Drop in with the family for Westminster Savings Day at the Evergreen Cultural Centre’s Art Gallery on Saturday, October 26 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Your kids will explore the different textures and colours of fabrics to weave together their own mini tapestry. You can also take part in a gallery tour at 2:30pm (English) or 3:30pm. (Korean). You’ll find the gallery located next to the Lafarge Lake-Douglas SkyTrain station.

On Saturday, November 2nd throw on your best little black dress or bow tie and head out for an evening of food and fun at Dan’s Legacy‘s 6th annual Chefs’ Charity Dinner.

Chefs’ Charity Dinner for Dan’s Legacy

Where: Surrey City Hall Atrium (13450 104 Ave, Surrey)
When: Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 6:00pm
Tickets: Available now for $150 ($75 charitable tax receipt available)

The Chefs’ Challenge is on once again as each of the event’s 5 chefs try to outdo each other with their culinary creations – made entirely from surplus food! Chef TJ Conwi and Chef Bruce Nollert (Ono Vancouver), Chef Warren Chow (Juniper Kitchen & Bar), Chef Shay Kelly (The Caterer) and Alannah Peddie (Cakes by Peddie) are waiting to delight your palette with the ultimate gourmet experience.

Funds raised at the gala go towards Dan’s Legacy’s counselling and life-skills programs for youth battling mental health and addictions issues. The therapists go to the youth wherever they are, there’s no wait list, and the services are free for those who need financial assistance.

Win Tickets

This evening is special for two reasons: It honours Dan’s Legacy and shares stories about how the organization has helped youth in our community; and the delicious multi-course meal is prepared using surplus food. It’s sustainable and it raises funds for an important cause!

I have a pair of tickets to give away to this meaningful evening, here’s how you can enter to win:

• Leave a comment on this post (1 entry)
• Click below to post an entry on Twitter

I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 12:00pm on Wednesday, October 9, 2019.

Follow Dan’s Legacy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to learn more about their work in our community.

Miss604 is a proud sponsor of the Dan’s Legacy Chefs’ Charity Dinner

UPDATE The winner is Robert!