Best Metro Vancouver Fall Events and Festivals 2025

Discover the best of the season with this Metro Vancouver Fall Events and Festivals Guide. Explore immersive visual experiences such as bald eagle viewing, apple and cranberry harvesting, sunflower festivals, salmon spawning, cultural performances, and so much more. For the first time in Canada, Harry Potter™: A Forbidden Forest Experience is coming to Stanley Park this fall. Opening November 7, 2025, the illuminated nighttime trail invites fans to step into the wizarding world and explore the magical Forbidden Forest as seen in the films.

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Plan and save money. Look for early bird discount codes for some events.  Check out our updated 2025 Guide best pumpkin patches and corn mazes in Metro Vancouver, 2025 Haunted Halloween Guide for Metro Vancouver, and the 2025 guide for Vancouver Christmas events, holiday light displays and markets. Tickets to the Christmas Market are on sale – Take $25 off Family Season Passes until Oct 20—don’t miss out while the deal lasts!

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Vancouver Fall Events and Festivals

Fringe Festival – September 4-14, 2025

The Fringe Festival is the largest alternative theatre event of its kind in BC. It has been running since 1985 and features more than 700 performances. The performances showcase a variety of theatrical styles, and there is something for everyone, from comedy to drama to dance.

Admission: Tickets will be available online starting August 6 in advance. Location: Granville Island and beyond, Vancouver

Metro Vancouver Feast of Fields – September 7, 2025

The 30th Annual Metro Vancouver Feast of Fields will be hosted at UBC Farm in Vancouver on Sunday, September 7th. VIP starts at 12 pm and general admission is from 1 pm to 4 pm. The event highlights the connections between farmers and chefs, field and table, and farm folks and city folks.

Great Outdoors Comedy Festival September 12-14, 2025

All time great comedians will be performing at the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival in Stanley Park. Find out more about the festival and tickets.

Renfrew Ravine Moonfest – September 8-October 4, 2025

In its 23rd year, the Renfrew Ravine Moonfest is a delightful progressive free event with multiple components put on by the Still Moon Arts Society. The festival celebrates the full moon, harvest, diverse cultural traditions, and the neighbourhood’s natural environment. See map of area. There is a great lineup of entertainers, artists and workshops. Of note are the Art of Making Mooncakes, Making a Salmon Lantern and, in honour of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Natural Dye Truth & Reconciliation Workshop.

This year’s theme is wetlands.

• The main event of Moonfest, which starts at 4 p.m. with the Harvest Fair in Slocan Park, is an afternoon of music, workshops, performances, games, and food.
• 7:10 p.m. – Twilight Lantern Procession is a walk with colourful figures and performers among surprising sounds and sights along the route of streams buried beneath the Renfrew-Collingwood neighbourhood.
• 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. – Streamside Lantern Installations, projections, and live performers will light up Renfrew Community Park.

Disney’s Lion King The Musical – On until Sept 14, 2025

Italian Kitchen Launches Pasta-Making Experience – September 20 and October 25,  2–5 p.m

Glowbal Restaurant Group’s Italian Kitchen is inviting guests to roll up their sleeves and dive into the art of authentic Italian pasta-making. The restaurant will host Pasta Making Experiences once a month from 2–5 p.m. in its elegant La Serra Room at 860 Burrard Street.
Designed for groups of six, these hands-on classes guide participants through preparing fresh gnocchi, ravioli du dauphine, and a choice of fettuccine or spaghetti. Each session concludes with a private dining experience featuring a dramatic Pasta Tower, served with a trio of classic sauces: pesto, pomodoro, and cacio e pepe.
The experience includes:
• Two hours of interactive instruction
• A glass of Mionetto Prosecco (or non-alcoholic cocktail) and wine with dinner
• An Italian Kitchen apron and pasta cutter to take home
Two formats are available:
• Basic Experience: $165 per person (plus tax & gratuity)
• Corporate Experience: $199 per person (plus tax & gratuity)

Iconic Fairmont Hotel Vancouver Culinary Events of Note:

The Dalmore x Hotel Vancouver Sunset Dinner – September 18

For one night only, ascend to a never-before-featured venue atop Fairmont Hotel Vancouver’s Grand Balcony, where sweeping 360° city views set the stage for an extraordinary evening. Guests will enjoy a five-course menu crafted by the hotel’s culinary team, paired with rare and iconic Highland Single Malt whiskies from The Dalmore, including the remarkable 30-Year-Old expression. This exclusive dinner marries seasonal, locally inspired cuisine with reserve and vintage scotches, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience of craftsmanship and flavour.

Timeless Taste, Modern Palate Wine Dinner – September 22

Step into the grandeur of Fairmont Hotel Vancouver’s historic lobby for an intimate, five-course wine-paired dinner. This exclusive evening celebrates tradition, innovation, and the evolving palate of the modern wine lover. Featured wineries include Penfolds, Bodega Garzón, and Pasqua, each bringing their distinct philosophy to the table. Locally sourced, seasonal ingredients will complement each pairing, while winery ambassadors share insights into their craft. Expect curated pairings, vibrant conversation, and a celebration of fine wine’s future.

Haunted Cellar Afternoon Tea – September 24  to November 9, 2025

This fall, elegance takes a haunting turn with Fairmont Hotel Vancouver’s Haunted Cellar Afternoon Tea. Beneath the hotel’s storied walls, guests are welcomed into a gothic-inspired setting of flickering candlelight and supernatural touches. The menu features savoury bites like a sausage roll with beet ketchup, tuna tartare with pine nuts and “black magic” aioli, and an autumn fig tart with caramelized onions, rosemary, and brie. Sweet creations include the decadent “Midnight Burial” milk chocolate mousse with bitter brownie and cherries, a New York cheesecake with raspberry gel and spooky garnish, and the whimsical “Bewitched” caramel pecan cupcake topped with a witch’s hat. A chillingly delightful twist on a timeless tradition.

JINX – October 1-November 1, 2025

Step into a world of mystery, mischief, and mixology at JINX, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver’s newest hidden haunt. Tucked away in the lower lobby, this secret speakeasy draws inspiration from the craft of old-world apothecaries, blending gothic glamour with herbal alchemy. Inside this moody, candlelit space, mixologists conjure cocktails infused with botanicals, smouldering aromatics, and a dash of dark magic—each elixir paying homage to the art of healing… or hexing. With whispers of the hotel’s ghostly past and intriguing artifacts, JINX promises an evening of intrigue, indulgence, and otherworldly allure.

Castle Confidential – Oct 24 and 25

The legendary 14th floor of Fairmont Hotel Vancouver once again transforms into a stage for Castle Confidential, an interactive mystery experience unlike any other. Guests will meet a cast of compelling characters, follow hidden clues, and take on challenges as the suspense-filled narrative unfolds around them. Each distinctive room sets the scene while serving expertly crafted themed cocktails to heighten the immersion. The evening concludes with an elegant cocktail reception, complete with gourmet canapés. Created in partnership with Vancouver Mysteries, this thrilling event combines theatre, storytelling, and mixology for a truly unforgettable adventure.

Vancouver Dumpling Fest September 24, 2025

Artists for Conservation Festival – September 25-28, 2025

Artists for Conservation Festival is a multi-day nature-themed arts and culture for all ages to experience a blend of visual art, cultural performances, workshops, wildlife and art demonstrations, and more.

International Flamenco Festival September 20-28, 2025

For more than thirty years, the Vancouver International Flamenco Festival has been one of the few festivals celebrated outside Spain dedicated to the art of flamenco. Performances take place at Granville Islands’ Waterfront, Vancouver Playhouse and other venues.

VanDusen Botanical Gardens Harvest Days – weekends September 27-October 19, 2025

Celebrate the beautiful fall colours at VanDusen Botanical Gardens with an autumn stroll during Harvest Days. There are great activities and photo opportunities for the entire family. Enjoy live entertainment, a fall-inspired craft section for kids and a scarecrow-themed hedge maze. Tasty treats are available for purchase from vendors.

Cirque du Soleil – information coming soon for 2025

The Cirque du Soleil 20th Big Top show brings a new performance with surprising new twists to Vancouver this season, bringing bold new visuals and a unique aesthetic on tour.

Under the Big Top at Concord Pacific features vibrant characters, inspiring music, astounding lights and projections, never-before-seen acrobatic feats and more to thrill any audience.

Admission: Tickets must be purchased in advance online.

American Crown Circus and Circo Osorio – various dates in September and October 2025

Feel the excitement under the big top with African acrobats, high-flying flyers and much more. The Flying Circus is coming to:

• Abbotsford Sevenoaks Shopping Centre
• Surrey Guildford Town Centre
• Tsawwassen Mills
• Coquitlam Centre

Buy tickets here.

Fin-tastic Fall Days at the Vancouver Aquarium – Dates coming soon

Activities: Check out the hands-on Shipwreck Wet Lab, meet the newly rescued sea otter pup, Tofino and other incredible rescued marine mammals. Discover small fish with big appetites and learn the wild secrets of bats at our seasonal Hagfish Feeds and Bat Talks. Immerse yourself in the wild world of whales, sharks and more in Coastal Predators, the new 4D movie airing only during Fin-tastic Fall.

Underwater Pumpkin Carvings  – Watch in awe the talented team of deep-sea divers carve pumpkin creations below the surface, surrounded by aquatic friends.

Get a taste of fall with seasonal-inspired food and treats for a limited time only: BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, Fall Mac + Cheese, Sweet Potato Poutine, Seafood Chowder, Assorted Aquatic Fall-Themed Sugar Cookies, Hot Apple Cider, Pumpkin Spiced Latte’s, and BBQ Pulled Pork Poutine. 

Location: 845 Avison Way, Vancouver, in Stanley Park.
Website: www.vanaqua.org/fall-days

Here is our video from last year’s Fin-tastic Fall visit.

Apple Festival – UBC Botanical Garden – Dates coming soon  last year – October 19-20

This is the 33rd year of the UBC Apple Festival at Botanical Gardens.

Activities: Apples and apple trees will be available to buy. There is a children’s area, a food and craft fair, entertainment, and a display of nearly 200 types of apples grown in BC. For an additional fee, you can taste a variety of heritage and new apples in the tasting tent. Tickets provide access to the UBC Botanical Gardens and Greenheart TreeWalk. Download a map.

Admission: $7 for the early bird and $10 for regular. Tickets are only available online for the event and are limited for the best possible experience. Purchase an additional ticket for the Apple Tasting Tent. Early bird pricing is in effect until September 21. Everyone must have a ticket. Ages 7 and under are free.
Location: UBC Botanical Garden, 6804 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC.

Celebrate fall’s apple harvest. Photo: Wendy Nordvik-Carr©

Vancouver International Film Festival – October 2-12, 2025

Celebrating its 45 years, VIFF is one of North America’s largest film festivals. The festival will present about 120 features and 100 short films. Buy tickets online. Tickets are now on sale for two VIFF Live events, and VIFF+ Members can purchase festival ticket packs starting today. Ticket packs go on sale to the general public on August 28.

BC Culture Days – September – October 16, 2025

BC Culture Days is a three-week celebration of culture, heritage and arts in communities around BC.

With more than 100 events to choose from in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, discover pop-up Flamenco, free dance and music performances, a DIY Donut Workshop, art sessions, storytelling, walking tours, and more. Find an event.

Uncover a Dark Truth – Murder Mystery Dinner Experience – until-December 19, 2025

Don’t miss this entertaining, immersive, and interactive event. In collaboration with Netflix, Secret City presents a one-of-a-kind murder
mystery dinner experience launching for the first time in Vancouver, Canada. The Perfect Bite, A Dinner Experience Inspired by Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery takes a bite out of the captivating and thrilling universe of the Knives Out film series. This immersive and interactive event will have guests on the edge of their seats as they dine together and work to uncover a dark truth.

James and the Giant Peach – October 24-November 9, 2025

Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach comes to life in a spectacular family-friendly musical. When young James is forced by his scheming aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he stumbles upon a magical potion that sparks an extraordinary transformation—a peach of incredible size. Inside the enormous fruit, James meets a quirky group of human-sized insects, each with larger-than-life personalities. But when the peach breaks free and plunges into the ocean, the unlikely companions must face hunger, sharks, and clashing egos. Guided by James’ cleverness and imagination, the group learns to work together as a family. Their daring journey reaches new heights—quite literally—when the peach makes a dramatic landing atop the Empire State Building.

Olympic Village Stage

Harvest Haus – October 3-4, 2025

Come for an Octoberfest celebration of the European fall harvest at the 9th annual Harvest Haus.

Activities: Traditional German Octoberfest food and entertainment with more than 16 beer vendors featuring seasonal local craft brews and European offerings. Wine and other spirits are available.
Admission: Register for presale access Buy tickets. Location: PNE Forum, Vancouver

Disney’s FROZEN- The Musical, October 30, 2025–January 4, 2026

Experience the magic of Disney’s Frozen brought to life on stage. Sing along to beloved favourites like “Let It Go,” “For the First Time in Forever,” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?”—plus enjoy enchanting new numbers written just for the show.
The story unfolds in Arendelle, where Queen Elsa’s hidden powers have plunged the kingdom into eternal winter. To save her sister and restore summer, Princess Anna embarks on a daring journey filled with adventure, unexpected allies, and heart. Together, Anna and Elsa must discover the strength of true love to break the storm and bring back the light.

This lively musical performance takes place on the Stanley Industrial Stage.

Harry Potter™: A Forbidden Forest Experience Debuts in Vancouver’s Stanley Park on November 7, 2025

For the first time in Canada, Harry Potter™: A Forbidden Forest Experience is coming to Stanley Park this fall. Opening November 7, 2025, the illuminated nighttime trail invites fans to step into the wizarding world and explore the magical Forbidden Forest as seen in the films.
The interactive, family-friendly experience features an enchanting outdoor path filled with glowing creatures like Hippogriffs and Nifflers, plus opportunities to practice spell-casting. The journey ends in a themed village with food, drinks, and a shop offering official Harry Potter merchandise.
Already a hit in the UK, US, Australia, Singapore, and France—where it has welcomed more than two million visitors—the Vancouver edition is expected to be a must-see event for locals and tourists alike.
• Dates: Opens November 7, 2025, for a limited engagement
• Location: Stanley Park, Vancouver
• Tickets: From $49.50, available starting September 10, 2025 at HPForbiddenForestExperience.com

Disney On Ice Presents Let’s Dance! – Nov 26–30, 2025

Get ready to sing, cheer, and dance along as Disney On Ice brings an all-new production to Vancouver. This spectacular show features fan-favourite stories from Frozen 2, Wish, The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, and Moana.
It’s also the only place to see multiple characters from Disney’s newest animated film, Wish, together on the ice. With dazzling choreography, beloved music, and breathtaking skating, this magical event promises fun for the whole family.
*Note: Costumes are not permitted for guests age 14 and older. Fall 25% promo code B2SC26 good until September 7.  www.ticketleader.ca

Chutzpah Festival – November 12-23, 2025

The Chutzpah Festival provides various entertainment performances by Canadian artists across Canada. Choose from concerts, new dance works, comedy, theatre, film, and storytelling, with opportunities to interact with creative artists.

Performances are held at the Norman and Annette Rothstein Theatre.

Circle Craft Christmas Market – November 11-16, 2025

The Circle Craft Christmas Market has been a tradition in Vancouver since 1972. It is Western Canada’s largest craft market.

Held at the Vancouver Convention Centre, the market features over 300 Canadian artisans and craftspeople.

Find out more about the market and to book tickets or buy onsite.

Eastside Culture Crawl – November 20-23, 2025

The Eastside Culture Crawl, a festival of visual arts, design and crafts, celebrates its 29th anniversary in 2025.

Find out more about the Eastside Culture Crawl.

A Series of Concerts by Candlelight until December 31, 2025

Enjoy a series of live concerts illuminated by candlelight in a variety of locations throughout Vancouver.

Find out more about this Concert by Candlelight and to book tickets.

Lumière – Returning November 13-16, 2025

Lumière is an incredible series of interactive light displays at several locations in Vancouver’s West End, Downtown and Granville Island. This is the 11th year the event has provided Vancouver an exceptional visual experience.

Activities: There are numerous stunning art and interactive light displays in Vancouver.
Admission: Free for all to enjoy.
Some installations will stay until February 2026. The displays are best viewed after sunset. Locations: TBA

Hopscotch Festival Grand Tasting Hall – November 18-24, 2025

The Hopscotch Festival is a premium tasting event for beer and spirits in BC. At the festival, there will be more than 250 products of whiskey, cider, wine, beer and other spirits to sample and learn about. Food will be served and there will be live music.

Masterclasses hosted by Scottish Island distilleries are available for whiskies in a more intimate, private sip and learn setting.

The event takes place at the PNE Forum.

A Wonderheads Christmas Carol – A Holiday Classic Reimagined – November 26–December 14, 2025

The acclaimed theatrical troupe WONDERHEADS brings Charles Dickens’ timeless tale to life in a way you’ve never seen before. With dazzling full-face masks, towering 10-foot puppets, a spellbinding original score, and breathtaking stagecraft, this whimsical production transforms A Christmas Carol into a feast for the senses. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge on his extraordinary Christmas Eve journey and prepare to laugh and cry.
Olympic Village Stage at the BMO Theatre Centre

Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women – Nov 27, 2025–Jan 4, 2026

Follow the lives of the March sisters—independent Jo, traditional Meg, gentle Beth, and spirited Amy—as they navigate the joys and struggles of young adulthood during the Civil War. Though each has a different vision of womanhood, together they discover the strength to shape their own destinies. This radiant adaptation by Lauren M. Gunderson captures the enduring themes of love, loss, friendship, and self-discovery that have made Louisa May Alcott’s novel a cherished favourite for generations. Experience the story anew in this heartfelt stage production.
Granville Island Stage

Burnaby Events

Pumpkins After Dark – October 3-31, 2025

Pumpkins After Dark in Burnaby is back again for another season of fun and is becoming a tradition for Burnaby Halloween festivities. This family-fun event features a wonderland of lit pumpkin sculptures and displays, with music, sounds and special effects. Explore the 3D blacklight Monster Maze before winding your way along the magical pathway to see classic Halloween characters, dinosaurs and dragons, movie and pop culture icons. There are lots of great photo ops and live pumpkin carving demos.

See a video here of pumpkin carving and a walk through the event.

North Vancouver and West Vancouver Festivals and Events

Breakfast with the Bears on Grouse Mountain – September 2025

Breakfast with the Bears allows early access to the mountain to watch our resident Grizzly bears, Grinder and Coola, enjoy their breakfast and learn from one of our wildlife experts about Grizzlies and bear conservation. This special experience includes a delicious buffet breakfast in The Grizzly Lookout and special gifts from Grinder and Coola.

• September (Saturday & Sunday)

Shipyards Festival – September 20, 2025 – Noon – 10 pm

Come enjoy the car-free sights, sounds and tastes of the North Vancouver Shipyards Festival, an event for the whole family

Vancouver Cheese and Meat Artisan Food and Beverage Festival – September 27, 2025

A showcase of artisan cheeses and meats from the Pacific Northwest, along with liquor samples. Participants are given a small charcuterie board to try the samples described by the vendors.

There are three tasting times offered: 11 am, 3 pm, and 7 pm, or a full pass for all. Buy tickets.

The festival occurs at the historic Pipe Shop, 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver.

Capilano Regional Park – Celebrate Salmon Season – mid-October through early November

Take a short hike at Capilano Regional Park to view salmon swimming up river to spawn. The Coho Look provides some of the best views. Walk through towering Douglas fir trees to cross two bridges to take in scenic views of the river.

The trail is a 1 km loop and starts near the Capilano Fish Hatchery. Download a map.

Ambleside Farmers Market – Now until the end of October

Shop the Ambleside Farmers Market for an assortment of BC Crafts, various farm-fresh produce and delicious prepared foods.

The market is open from 10 am – 3 pm on Sundays at Ambleside Park, located at the foot of 13th Street.

New Westminster Fall Festivals and Events

Haunted Walking Tour of New Westminster

Activities: Join Ghostly Vancouver Tours for their Ghostly New West Walking Tour and spooky storytelling of lingering spirits in Downtown New Westminister. They say they do not fabricate ghost stories; all haunted stops are researched through archives and interviews. This adult-oriented event is for ages 12 and up. Check out all four tours offered: Ghostly Downtown, Ghostly West End Stories, Ghostly Gastown and New West.
Admission: $29 – Adults.
Hours: Weekly on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 pm

Mushtari Begum Festival of Indian Classical Music and Dance – October 4, 2025

The Mushtari Begum Festival celebrates its 14th annual event of Indian dance and classical music. Find out more about tickets to the performance at the Massey Theatre.

New Westminster Cultural Crawl – November 4-5, 2025

The New Westminster Culture Crawl celebrates its 21st festival of visual arts, design and crafts showcased across the Royal City.

Hidden Wonders Speakeasy Magic Experience – every week through December 2025

Two-time world champion of magic Shawn Farquhar will perform his intimate sleight-of-hand trickery at a secret location in historic downtown New Westminster. Farquhar has appeared on Ellen, Masters of Illusion and Fool Us. Only ticket holders will be given the exact location. Book tickets.

Richmond and Delta Fall Festivals and Events

Reifel Bird Sanctuary Lesser Snow Geese start arriving in October through mid-December

Visit the Reifel Bird Sanctuary, one of the top birding spots in North America, to see masses of white Lesser Snow Geese. In January 2021, the mid-winter count was 135,000.

Snow Geese like to sleep on the water, and large, dense flocks can often be seen in the marshes and rivers in the Sanctuary. Find out more.

Richmond Night Market – Every weekend until October 13, 2025

The Richmond Night Market is the largest event of its kind in North America. Come experience the array of international foods, interesting characters and creative merchandise sold by many booths. There are more than 110 food booths along with food trucks offering more than 600 different foods, drinks and desserts.

Coquitlam Fall Festivals and Events

Mid-Autumn Moon Family Day – October 4, 2025

Attend the 4th annual Mid-Autumn Moon Family Day celebration to learn about mooncakes, watch performances from Uzume Taiko, a Lion dance by the Shao Lin Hung Gar Lion Dance Team, and a special performance by The BC Chinese Music Ensemble presented by Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra.

Location: Coquitlam Heritage at Mackin House, 1116 Brunette Avenue

Salmon Come Home Celebration – mid-October through early November

Celebrate the return of salmon to Coquitlam rivers. The prime time to see chum, chinook, and coho salmon battle their way up the river to their spawning grounds is usually mid-October through early November.

Coquitlam has eight viewing spots, but one of the best is the Hoy Creek Linear Park. Download special free self-guided activities, scavenger hunt and map. Caution always watch out for bears. Know what to do if you encounter a bear.

Surrey Fall Festivals and Events

Filipino Festival – September 6, 2025

Celebrate the Philippines. This event is held at the Surrey Museum. Enjoy live performances, dance, music, and ocean-inspired expressive arts with Filipino-Canadian artist Paulina Constancia, Tagalog and English storytelling, and more.

Cloverdale Market Days – September 13, 2025

Market Days is set in historic downtown Cloverdale. The street is closed to car traffic for the open air market allowing easy access to explore the 150 vendors. There are food trucks, local artisans and family-friendly activities. Take time to discover the charming shops and restaurants in the area.  Location: 176 St: between 56A Ave and 58 Ave

Spooktacular Halloween Market – October 28, 2025

Celebrating its seventh year, the Spooktacular Halloween Market is larger than ever. This fun-filled family event features 100 vendor tables, food trucks, and free kids’ activities like a bounce house, face painting, and balloon twisters. There will be special guests, photo ops throughout and a raffle. Costumes are encouraged! Admission is by donation to the Surrey Hospitals Foundation. Hours: 10 am-4 pm.

The market is located in two buildings, Shannon Hall and Alice McKay, on the Cloverdale Fairgrounds, 6050 176th Surrey.

Bear Creek Park Lights – November 7-21, 2025

Bear Creek Park Lights offers a safe, fun family-friendly evening event.

Journey through half-kilometre trails of the park gardens to be dazzled by a series of illuminated natural landscapes and whimsical light displays.

The display runs from November 2 – 16, from 4:30 – 9:30 pm. The event is closed on November 11 for Remembrance Day.

Tickets go are available Oct 15 and must be booked in advance.  Tickets are free for this event. There are 80 tickets for each booking time. Entry times are available every 30 minutes.

Maple Ridge Fall Festivals and Events

Celebrate the Night – Festival of Lights – October 18, 2025

Activities: Celebrating fall and Halloween. Family fun-filled activities include storytelling, pumpkins, crafts, games, food trucks and a fireworks finale.
Admission: Free
Hours: 6 pm – 8:00 pm. Fireworks at 8:00 pm.
Location: Memorial Peace Park, 11900 224 Street, Maple Ridge
Email: culture@mapleridge.ca
Phone: 604-467-7325
Website: https://www.mapleridge.ca/1758/Celebrate-the-Night

Langley Fall Festivals and Events

Langley Good Times Cruise In – September 6, 2025 – 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The Good Times Cruise In is one of Canada’s largest mixed car shows. The annual event began in 1997 and has continued to grow in popularity ever since. The car show may display more than 1,200 vehicles, depending on the number of registrations. In 2002, there were 1,532 cars registered.

Location: Fraser Hwy from 264 to 272 St in Aldergrove

The Bog Riverside Cranberry Farm – Late September – October 2025

Experience the Cranberry Harvest and Farm Tour at Riverside Cranberry Farm.

Take the Harvest Walk around the perimeter of the cranberry field to watch active cranberry harvesting. Then, take a self-guided audio tour to learn about cranberry farming and its history. There are lots of great photo opportunities. For an additional fee, take the cranberry plunge wading experience.

Be sure to visit the on-site farm-to-table store to pick up fresh cranberries for Thanksgiving. The stage of harvest cannot be guaranteed for tour date purchased.

Check for dates and tickets.

Harvesting cranberries at the Bog Riverside Cranberry Farm in Langley

Harvesting cranberries at the Bog Riverside Cranberry Farm in Langley.

Harvesting cranberries at the Bog Riverside Cranberry Farm in Langley

Cranberry Festival at Fort Langley – October 11, 2025

The Cranberry Festival, with scarecrows on display at Fort Langley National Historic Site.

Discover the fascinating world of the cranberry trade and how it shaped the Fort’s past

The Cranberry Festival, with scarecrows displayed at Fort Langley National Historic Site.

Discover the fascinating world of the cranberry trade and how it shaped the Fort’s past.

Location: Fort Langley National Historic Site of Canada
Website: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/bc/langley/activ/calendrier-calendar

Abbotsford Fall Festivals and Events

Taste of Abby – September 19-28, 2025

Celebrate the local fall harvest with unique culinary events, special restaurant menus and more throughout Abbotsford.

Taves Family Farms Applebarn, Fall Fun at the Farm – Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze mid September

Taves Family Farms remains our favourite fall pumpkin patch experience, and we appreciate all the hand sanitizing stations.

Activities: Pumpkin Patch, U-Pick apples, slides, zipline, bee hive viewing, cider press demonstrations, petting barn, three corn mazes (Mystery Maze, Corn Quest Maze, and the kiddie maze), pedal carts, hay rides, playground, Jumping Pillow and Pumpkin Pillow, Bunny Town, and Farmville. Pick up a locally grown pumpkin.

The concession food is available on weekends and is delicious. Kids love the apple cider slushies, and we tried the new Sweet Bubble Waffle Chocolate Brownie Explosion and savoury Bubble Waffle with pulled pork. Both hit the spot. Roasted corn on the cob and mini donuts are also a popular fall treat.

Check out our last visit to Taves Family Farms Applebarn.

When you visit the farm, be sure to check out Taves Estate Cidery. Remember to book a tasting. There are also cider-based cocktail tasting flights.
Check admission rates here
Hours: The entire farm opens on September 1, 2025. The Corn Maze begins around September 10, 2025, and the Pumpkin Patch opens in the middle of  September and remains open until October 31, 2025. Check to see which activities are available.
Location: 333 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford, BC
email: info@tavesfamilyfarms.com
Phone: 604-853-3108

Maan Farms Fall Festival opens September 13 – November 2, 2025

(about an hour from Vancouver)
Maan Farms keeps getting better and better every year. The newest addition to the Forest Pumpkin Patch is a life-size pumpkin-shaped house, towering at 10 feet tall. Carrying over from Spring at the Farm, the whimsical mushroom house, butterfly house, bee house, and pumpkin hut will be returning, surrounded by a river of heirloom pumpkins. Visit furry friends and 11 fun farm attractions in the Barnyard Adventureland, make your way through the Daytime Corn Maze and create magical memories. And don’t forget the tasty treats.

The festive fall and Halloween-inspired treats are popular and tasty. There are apple juice pumpkins, wine-filled ‘blood’ bags at the Blood Bar, Mad Jack Pumpkin Spice wine, and a Creepy Cloud Cocktail.

We tasted the Butter Chicken Naan Tacos, Double Pumpkin SpiceCream, and Pumpkin Spice Mini Donuts, which were all delicious. Hours: Opens September 14 for the Fall at the Farm. Pumpkin Patch opens around the middle of September.
Location: 790 McKenzie Road, Abbotsford, BC

See our guide to Metro Vancouver Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes

A visit to Maan Farms Fall Festival. Photo: Wendy Nordvik-Carr©

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Maan Farms Fall Festival Fun

Maan Farms Fall Festival Fun

Maan Farms Fall Festival Pumpkin Patch fun. Photo: Wendy Nordvik-Carr©

Chilliwack Fall Festivals and Events

BC Tasting Festival – Fire and Ice – September 13, 2025

This unique event combines lively entertainment and delicious food with the finest artisan spirits, liquors, and seasonal brews from across the region.

Agassiz Fall Fair and Corn Festival – September 12 and 13, 2025

This year’s Agassiz Fall Fair celebrates 121 years and the Corn Festival, 77 years. This long running event draws about 10,000 people to partake in a wealth of agricultural entertainment and fun activities, including midway rides. There are food and artisan booths, a parade, farm animals and assorted competitions.

Location: Agassiz Fairgrounds, 6800 Pioneer Ave, Agassiz, BC

Greendale Acres Fall Festival: Family Fun, Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze – various dates – September 13-October, 2025

(about an hour from Vancouver)
The Greendale Acres Fall Festival kicks off right after the Labour Day long weekend, starting on Sept. 6 with First Responder Day. For the next two months, families can celebrate the season with themed events, including:
• Apple Days – Sept. 13–14
• Fairytale & Superhero Day – Sept. 20
• Pumpkin Patch Kickoff – Sept. 27–28
• Grandparents’ Days – Sept. 29 & Oct. 24
• Princess Day in the Pumpkin Patch – Oct. 4
• Thanksgiving on the Farm – Oct. 11–13
• Grand Halloween Parade – Oct. 31
Family-Friendly Activities at Greendale Acres
Alongside these special events, guests can enjoy Greendale Acres’ signature fall attractions every day of the festival. Popular highlights include the bee-themed Corn Maze, the Greendale Express Train, and the Pumpkin Patch and Pyramid, all perfect for making autumn memories. Families can also relax in designated picnic areas while the kids explore:
Jumping Pillow, Adventure Course, Ball Zone, Bubble Bar, Pedal Cart Track, Hay Bale Maze, Animal Displays, Farm Carousel

Location: 41905 Yale Road West, Chilliwack, BC, Exit 109 off Hwy 1
Website: http://chilliwackcornmaze.com/

Stinking Rose Garlic Festival – September 20 and 21, 2025

Fantasy Farms’ tradition of the Chilliwack Garlic Festival. Visitors can enjoy two days of garlic farmers showcasing their harvest, food vendors serving garlic-inspired treats, family-friendly games, and lively entertainment. Saturday night brings the 2025 Stinking Rose Concert with performances by Northern Darkhorse, The Maybelles, The Unbranded, and Joe Matheson, while Sunday features the popular Garlic Pancake Breakfast.

Harrison Hot Springs Fall Festivals and Events

Harrison Sunflower Festival – Closed for 2025 – opens for the Tulip Festival in 2026

Squamish Fall Festivals and Events

Bald Eagle Viewing – Late October through February

Download a map of the best Bald Eagle viewing area. The Eagle Run viewing site, along the Squamish River, is open all year and the shelter has informational panels about eagles. Check here for the daily eagle counts.

Brackendale Fall Fair – September 6, 2025

Celebrating 25 years, the Brackendale Fall Fair is a great family event. It offers food, music, hay rides, farm animals, 80 vendors with local produce, handmade artisan goods and more.

Going to Squamish? Why not make a weekend of it and stay over so you can also check out the Squamish Craft Tasting Trail.

Whistler Fall Events

 Whistler’s Cornucopia November 6-16, 2025

Whistler’s annual Cornucopia is an 11-day fall festival of food and drink with culinary demonstrations, drink seminars, winemaker dinners, parties and more, featuring wineries, breweries and distilleries.

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