If you’re looking for fun and frightful things to do around Vancouver weekend, we’ve got you covered!
Here are 15 exciting events to check out around Vancouver from Oct. 24 to 26. Halloween events, ISU Short Track World Tour, and more!
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ISU Short Track World Tour
International Skating Union
What: The ISU Short Track World Tour is coming to the Pacific Coliseum this Oct. 24 and 25, bringing Olympic champions, international stars, and thrilling high-speed action to the ice.
This is the event’s Vancouver debut, marking the first time international short-track speed skating has returned to the city since the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
The best part is you don’t need to know all about the race format or even understand all of the rules to enjoy it. It doesn’t matter if you’re a lifelong skating fan or just looking for something different to do this weekend; it’s a fun way to get caught up in the excitement of international sport.
Tickets start at $45. Daily Hive readers can use the promo code STWT-DAILYHIVE at checkout to get a discounted ticket offer.
When: Oct. 24 and 25, 2026
Time: Doors open at 3 p.m., racing from 4 p.m.
Where: Pacific Coliseum
Tickets: Start at $45 — Available here
Rabbit Festival
What: Rabbit Festival 2026, the ultimate celebration of everything rabbits, is happening on Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Scottish Cultural Centre in Vancouver.
The family-friendly event is a great way to visit with rabbits in real life and learn about the cotton-tailed cuties. There will be bunny grooming sessions by donation with The Hare Dresser or the VRRA team, and rabbit vets on site with information about pet health and diet.
You can also shop the festival vendors at the Scottish Cultural Centre, enter to win the raffle or door prize, and meet other bunny lovers at the event.
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Scottish Cultural Centre – 8886 Hudson St., Vancouver
Admission: By donation
VMS Mushroom Show
What: Lower Mainland’s biggest mushroom event is returning to Vancouver this month, and it promises to be full of fungal fun!
Vancouver Mycological Society’s Fall Mushroom Show is celebrating its 44th anniversary with unique displays, children’s activities, and of course, a massive amount of mushrooms!
When: Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: VanDusen Botanical Garden – 5251 Oak St., Vancouver
Tickets: $5 at the door, children under 12 are free
Take a trip to the pumpkin patch
Aldor Acres
What: Spooky season is here, which means that the Lower Mainland’s favourite pumpkin patches are ripe for the picking.
Whether you’re looking to carve a scary jack-o’-lantern or bake a delicious pie, there are plenty of fantastic farms with pumpkins that are waiting for you.
When: Various days of operation
Time: Various hours of operation
Where: Various farms across Metro Vancouver. See the list online.
The Rocky Horror Music Show
What: Infidels Jazz presents The Rocky Horror Music Show, a live performance with a 13-piece band celebrating the music of the cult-classic movie. The film will not be screened as part of the VANJAZZ 2026 performance, but guests can also look forward to a special set of Halloween music performed by the Cryptkeepers.
When: Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026
Time: Doors at 7 p.m.
Where: Hollywood Theatre – 3123 W. Broadway, Vancouver
Tickets: Starting at $30 in advance, purchase online
Spooky Postcard Show 3
What: One More Life hosts the third edition of the Spooky Postcard Show, showcasing 60 artists and their postcard-sized eerie artworks from Oct. 23 to Nov. 14.
Opening weekend includes an opening reception with a snack and beverage bar on Friday, with raffle prizes. There will also be an afternoon show on Saturday with a workshop by donation.
When: Friday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 (opening weekend). Show runs until Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026
Time: Opening weekend 7 to 11 p.m. (Friday), 12 to 5 p.m. (Saturday)
Where: One More Life — 2111 Main St., Vancouver
Admission: Free
Astra Lumina
Astra Lumina
What: Astra Lumina, an immersive celestial night walk created and presented by Moment Factory, is coming to Vancouver.
The self-guided outdoor night walk will feature giant light installations, massive projections, scenography, soundscapes, and more in the urban park setting.
Guests will visit nine thematic zones on an illuminated pathway in the Stanley Park Railway area while listening to an original cosmic soundtrack.
When: Oct. 22 to Dec. 31, 2026
Time: Various time slots
Where: 690 Pipeline Rd., Vancouver
Tickets: More information online
Vancouver Canucks
What: The Canucks are back in action this week with games including the Detroit Red Wings on Oct. 22, and the Minnesota Wild on Oct. 25 at Rogers Arena.
When: Various dates
Time: Various times
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online
ODE by Compagnie Catherine Gaudet (Montreal)
What: Coming on the heels of choreographer Catherine Gaudet’s astounding Les jolies choses (The Pretty Things), the company’s new work ODE – part pop-rock concert, part ritualistic ceremony – channels the industrial happiness complex into a stripped-down exhortation/exploration of group-think conformity and cultural collapse.
Winner of the 2022 Grand Prix de la danse de Montréal, Catherine Gaudet has established a reputation as a choreographer with a strong, distinctive style, drawing on themes of psyche, identity, and the body.
When: Oct. 23 and 24, 2026
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Vancouver Playhouse – 600 Hamilton St., Vancouver
Cost: Starting at $45; purchase online
Haunted Village: Legends, Tales, and Other Stories
Burnaby Village Museum/Facebook
What: Burnaby Halloween Festival, presented by Tourism Burnaby, offers a wide variety of eerie events and activities throughout October.
One of the feature attractions is Burnaby Village Museum’s family-friendly Haunted Village: Legends, Tales, and Other Stories, transforming the 10-acre historical attraction into a magical world.
The open-air event invites guests to go on a unique self-guided walk and discover wondrous tales lifted from storybook pages and transformed into stunning displays.
When: Oct. 23 to 25 and Oct. 30 to 31, 2026
Time: 4 to 9 p.m.
Where: Burnaby Village Museum – 6501 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby
Tickets: $12 (adults), $7 (children 2 to 12 years old), free for children under 2 years old. Purchase online
BC Lions vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers
What: BC Lions are building momentum for the playoffs. Roar on the home team as they welcome the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Friday, Oct. 23,
When: Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: BC Place – 777 Pacific Blvd., Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online
Celebrate the Night in Maple Ridge
What: Maple Ridge welcomes everyone to Celebrate the Night at The ACT Arts Centre. The annual event features roving entertainers, light installations, storytelling, food trucks, live music, and more. Make sure to bundle up and look up to see the stunning fireworks display.
When: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
Time: 6 to 8 p.m., fireworks at 8:15 a.m.
Where: The ACT Arts Centre — 11944 Haney Pl., Maple Ridge
Admission: Free
The Dagerpaatch
Dageraad Brewing
What: Return to the Dagerpaatch this Halloween at Dageraad Brewing and support a great cause. Guests are invited to pick out a pumpkin by donation, enjoy seasonal drinks and treats, listen to live music, and more.
The brewery has partnered with Pawsitive Animal Rescue and Endless Pawsabilities Rescue Society for the event. You can learn more about both organizations and meet some adorable pups from 1 to 3 p.m. each day. Part of the Burnaby Halloween Festival.
When: Oct. 24 and 25, 2026
Time: Noon to 6 p.m. (pumpkin carving), 1 to 3 p.m. (Meet the dogs)
Where: Dageraad Brewing – 114, 3191 Thunderbird Cres., Burnaby
Admission: Free; pumpkins by donation to Pawsitive Animal Rescue and Endless Pawsabilities Rescue Society
Musical Magic: Disney Edition
What: The next edition of Inspired at The Chan brings guests to the Happiest Place on Earth. Musical Magic: Disney Edition features songs from beloved films performed by several local talents in this matinee concert. Costumes are welcome, and candy will even be given out pre-show.
When: Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026
Time: 3 p.m.
Where: Chan Shun Concert Hall, UBC
Tickets: $15 to $35, purchase online
New West Farmers Market
What: New West Farmers Market showcases dozens of vendors and food trucks each week. Shop for farm-fresh produce, local artisan items, gourmet prepared foods, and more while enjoying live entertainment.
When: Every Thursday until Oct. 29, 2026
Time: 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Tipperary Park next to New West City Hall — 315 Queens Ave., New Westminster