Fall is here and we have your connection to fun and free events happening around Vancouver! From Art Markets to Halloween and everything in between, here are 41 free things to do in Vancouver this fall.
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Connect to arts and culture
West End Sunday Art Market
- What: The bustling, colourful market is filled with local artists and artisan food vendors selling their own creations. And you can hear local musicians performing live, too.
- When: Every Sunday until the end of October
- Time: 11 am to 6 pm
- Where: Jim Deva Plaza (Davie and Bute)
- Price: Free
Definitely Dalí at the Oakridge Centre
- What: The bustling, colourful market is filled with local artists and artisan food vendors selling their own creations. And you can hear local musicians performing live, too.
- When: Now until Sunday, October 1, 2017
- Time: 9:30 am to 7 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays, 9:30 am to 9 pm on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 11 am to 6 pm on Sundays
- Where: Oakridge Centre’s West Gallery – 650 W. 41st Avenue, Vancouver
- Price: Free
Diwali Festival 2017
- What: Between October 1 and 17, a wide range of cultural events will be taking place at various locations in the tri cities. This includes everything from a free Diwali-themed art workshop, to a South Asian cooking class, and a massive performance at Vancouver Public Library.
- When: October 1 to 17
- Where: Various locations throughout Metro Vancouver
- Price: Prices vary from Free to $20
Eastside Culture Crawl
- What: A four-day visual arts, design and crafts festival receiving more than 30,000 visitors to over 500 artists in their studios across 80 buildings in the area bounded by Columbia Street, 1st Avenue, Victoria Drive and the waterfront in Vancouver, Canada.
- When: November 16 to 19
- Where: Various locations
- Price: Free
Happy Halloween
Night for All Souls
- What: Curated by artists Paula Jardine and Marina Szijarto, this unique cultural event offers the public an opportunity to remember their dead, whether interred at Mountain View Cemetery or not, in a gentle atmosphere of contemplative beauty.
- When: October 28 to November 1
- Where: Mountain View Cemetery- 5455 Fraser St., Vancouver
- Admission: All events are free. Donations are welcome.
Halloween 2017 on Commercial Drive
- What: The Commercial Drive Business Society is holding a public Halloween event featuring free margherita pizzettas from Famoso for those 12 years and under, trick or treating along The Drive from Venables to 13th Avenue, a Kids Fun Zone at Grandview Park, and a fireworks finale
- When: October 31
- When: Monday, October 31
- Free margherita pizzettas from 12 to 4:30 pm
- Kids Fun Zone from 6 to 7:30 pm
- Fireworks from 7:30 to 8 pm
- Where: Commercial Drive and Grandview Park
- Admission: Free
Halloween on the Heights
Halloween on the Heights (Burnaby Heights/Facebook)
- What: Families are invited to dress up and go trick or treating down Hastings Street. Kids and their adults will be able to get yummy treats from neighbourhood stores, ride the Halloween Trains in the Dark and enjoy fireworks later in the evening.
- When: Monday, October 31
- Trick or Treating from 3:30 to 5:30 pm
- Halloween Trains in the Dark from 6 to 9 pm
- Halloween Fireworks at Gilmore Community School at 8:15 pm
- Where:
- Trick or Treating is along Hastings Street in Burnaby
- Halloween Trains in the Dark at Burnaby Central Railway at Confederation Park – 120 North Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby
- Halloween Fireworks at Gilmore Community School – 50 Gilmore Ave, Burnaby
- Tickets: All events are free, except the Halloween Trains in the Dark, which costs $3.50 and includes free hot chocolate and cookies. Costumes strongly encouraged.
Westham Island Herb Farm Pumpkin Patch
- What: There are plenty of pumpkins to choose from at Ladner’s Halloween headquarters. During the last 10 days of October, the farm puts out over 150 carved pumpkins that are lit every evening. After picking your pumpkin, be sure to check out the on-site “haunted” house that is perfect fun for the little ones.
- When: Open daily from the end of September until October 31
- Time: 9 am to 5 pm
- Where: 2485 Westham Island Road, Delta
- Cost: Admission is free, pumpkin prices vary
Port Kells Pumpkin Patch
- What: Go on a tractor ride, visit the chicken coop, get spooked in the haunted house and then search for the best pumpkin. Port Kells pumpkin patch offers a variety of activities to make a day of family fun.
- When: Open for the month of October
- Time: 9 am to 6 pm everyday
- Where: 18730 88 Avenue, Surrey
- Cost: General admission is free. $5 admission for guests who would like to enjoy unlimited hay rides during their visit. The $5 admission is fully redeemable towards pumpkins, concession treats, or nursery products.
Rondiso Farms
- What: This family farm carries a hearty selection of pumpkins, mini-pumpkins, and gourds, that are perfectly suited for your Halloween needs. After visiting the patch, head down to the farmers market and general store to pick up some tasty treats and produce.
- When: October 3 to 31
- Time: Weekdays: 3 pm to 6 pm. Weekends: 10 am from 6 pm. Thanksgiving weekend: 10 am to 6pm
- Where: 8390 172 Street, Surrey
- Cost: Admission is free, pumpkins sold by size
Taves Family Farms Apple Barn
- What: Make a stop at this family-run farm for a pumpkin patch adventure in the Abbotsford countryside.
- When: October 1 to 31
- Time: Now to Thanksgiving Weekend: 9 am to 5:30 pm. October 10 to 30: 9 am to 5:30 pm (Sunday to Wednesday), 9 am to 6:30 pm (Thursday to Saturday). October 31: 9 am to 5pm
- Where: 333 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford
- Cost: Admission is free for the apple orchard and pumpkin patch. Various rates apply for other attractions. Check website for details.
Have fun with friends
Free Lunchtime Yoga
Pamela Ferman / Vancouver Playhouse Yoga
- What: Grab your mat and take a break at with this weekly free yoga class from the City of Vancouver, Vancouver Civic Theatres and Pamela Ferman. Increase flexibility, tone, strengthen and detoxify your body, while releasing stress and tension through proper breath work and meditation. You will leave the class feeling revitalized, balanced and relaxed from head to toe.
- When: Every Tuesday until the end of November
- Time: Noon to 1 pm
- Where: Vancouver Playhouse Theatre – 600 Hamilton Street, Vancouverr
- Price: Free
LUSH Gorilla Gallery Volume IV Tour Vancouver
- What: LUSH is bringing its brand new Volume IV Gorilla perfume exhibit to Vancouver this week. Visit the Gorilla Gallery at 536 Seymour Street to experience each new fragrance in its very own interactive installation. You’ll be able to go along to the event to immerse yourself in the scents and the stories that inspired them. All of the Volume IV perfumes have been influenced by exceptional stories which you’ll see at the gallery – accompanied by featured films and photography.
- When: September 29 to 30
- Time: 11 am to 8 pm
- Where: 536 Seymour Street, Vancouver
- Price: Free
YYoga Free Day 2017
- What: YYoga is celebrating its 10th anniversary by offering free classes at all studios on Sunday, October 1. Yogis can enjoy YYoga’s wide range of classes including meditation and TRX workouts. An additional anniversary celebration event will take place at YYoga’s flagship Downtown Vancouver Flow studio on October 20.
- When: Sunday, October 1
- Where: All YYoga locations
- Price: Free
Cineplex Free Movie Day
- What: Select Cineplex theatres across Canada will be showing free screenings of several films. Popcorn, drinks, and select candy will be available to purchase at a reduced price, with proceeds going towards WE (formally known as Free The Children). You can also show your support by donating to WE.
- When: Saturday, October 14
- Where: Cineplex theatres across Canada, check website for more info and updates
- Tickets: Available for free at Cineplex locations on October 14
CandyTown 2017
- What: Downtown Vancouver’s only free winter festival will transform Mainland Street into a winter wonderland. Lights and candy canes will adorn lamp poles and costumed characters will parade down the street. Holiday shoppers are invited to start their seasonal gift buying in Yaletown with local merchants as well as a specialty market carrying unique gifts and holiday treats. You’ll also find Mainland Street filled with local artisans, street performers and live music.
- When: Saturday, November 25
- Time: Noon to 7 pm
- Where: Mainland Street (Yaletown), Vancouver.
- Admission: Free
Get fresh at farmers’ markets
Image: Vancouver Farmers Market
Granville Island Public Market
- What: A year-long event full of colourful stalls that showcase unique, homemade products and the finest in gastronomic delights. From the ocean, oven, or field – Granville Market’s got it all. Grab items to-go or order some grub from one of the many established food vendors at this indoor market, you’re going to leave happy and full.
- Where: 1661 Duranleau Street, Granville Island
- When: 7 days a week from 9 am to 7 pm
Granville Island Farmers’ Market
- What: The Granville Island Farmers’ Market is the oldest of its kind in Vancouver offering customers fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers. This market also has local craft beer and wine vendors too.
- Where: Triangle Square (between the Net Loft and the Public Market), Granville Island
- When: Thursdays from 10 am to 3 pm, until September 28, 2017
Trout Lake Farmers’ Market
- What: This farmers’ market began back in 1995 and became the cornerstone of the Vancouver Farmers’ Market collective of markets. One of the most popular of the markets, Trout Lake has food trucks on site and a variety of vendors selling all manner of food stuffs.
- Where: Lakewood Drive and 13th Avenue, East Vancouver
- When: Saturdays from 9 am to 2 pm, until October 21, 2017
West End Farmers’ Market
- What: The West End’s charming, community-minded farmers’ market is open Saturdays. Grab a coffee, peek at the adjacent community garden, and stock up on a vast array of locally grown foods.
- Where: Comox Street (between Bute and Thurlow), Vancouver
- When: Saturdays from 9 am to 2 pm, until October 21, 2017
Mount Pleasant Farmers’ Market
- What: You’ll find fresh groceries, locally-sourced produce, as well as artisanal food offerings at the The Mount Pleasant Farmers’ Market, one of the newer kids on the Vancouver Farmers’ Market’s block.
- Where: 2300 Guelph Street (Dude Chilling Park), Mount Pleasant
- When: Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm, until October 8, 2017
Main Street Station Farmers’ Market
- What: See, taste, and indulge at this bustling weekday market. With vendors lined up on the east side of Thornton Park on the sidewalk along Station Street, the Main Street Station Farmers’ Market is within ideal reach on foot for bus and SkyTrain users.
- Where: 1100 Station Street, Vancouver
- When: Wednesdays from 2 to 6 pm, to October 4, 2017
Kitsilano Farmers’ Market
- What: This friendly get-together, also known as the Kitsilano Farmers’ Market, takes place on Sundays in the parking lot of the Community Centre and offers a good selection of fresh local produce and gourmet treats to stock up on for the week.
- Where: Kitsilano Community Centre, 2690 Larch Street, Vancouver
- When: Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm, until October 22, 2017
Downtown Farmers’ Market
- What: A very urban market indeed, the pedestrian-friendly Hamilton Street welcomes vendors and farmers Thursday mornings and afternoons for a terrific food and shopping experience, right at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre.
- Where: Queen Elizabeth Theatre – 608-688 Hamilton Street, Vancouver
- When: Thursdays 11 am to 3 pm, until October 5, 2017
River District Farmers’ Market
- What: This market offers a unique riverfront gathering place in a burgeoning local community. Shop from vendors and artisans, and soak up some local colour.
- Where: Kerr Street Plaza, 8683 Kerr Street
- When: Saturdays from 10 am to 3 pm, until October 14, 2017
UBC Farm Markets
- What: The Centre for Sustainable Food Systems operates the UBC Farm, and three weekly farm markets (June through October) on campus, providing students, faculty, and staff the chance to engage with the community and support local farming. This is a cash-only, BYO bags market.
- Where: UBC Farm (UBC’s South Campus) – 3461 Ross Drive, Vancouver
- When: Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm, until October 29, 2017
Ambleside Farmers’ Market
- What: The Ambleside Farmers’ Market now takes place in Ambleside Park, at the foot of 13th Street, every Sunday through October. This market offers West Vancouver a gathering spot for picking up fresh local food and goods from crafters and food artisans.
- Where: Ambleside Park – 1000 Argyle Avenue (the end of 13th Street), West Vancouver
- When: Sundays from 11 am to 4 pm, until October 29, 2017
Lonsdale Quay Farmers’ Market
- What: Run by the same organization behind the Ambleside Market in nearby West Van, the Lonsdale Quay Farmers’ Market brings local farmers, artisans, and other vendors to North Vancouver for a weekly Saturday market.
- Where: East Plaza – 123 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver
- When: Saturdays from 10 am to 3 pm, until October 28, 2017
North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market
- What: Shipyard Plaza in North Vancouver will be transformed into a vibrant night market every Friday night.
- Where: Shipbuilders’ Square, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
- When: Fridays from 5 to 10 pm, until September 29, 2017
Richmond Country Farms
- What: Family-owned and operated for nearly 40 years, Richmond Country Farms is the farm stand adjacent to Highway 99 off Steveston. Open from early spring to just ahead of Christmas, the market has a bounty of fresh local produce, and prepared goods.
- Where: 12900 Steveston Highway, Richmond
- When: Daily from 9 am to 7 pm
Burnaby Artisan Farmers’ Market
- What: Launched in June 2008, this open air market, situated in the North Parking Lot of Burnaby City Hall, offers visitors an assortment of food and craft stalls to peruse on Saturday mornings every Saturday through October.
- Where: North Parking Lot of Burnaby City Hall – 4949 Canada Way at Deer Lake Pkwy
- When: Saturdays from 9 am to 2 pm, until October 28, 2017
Tsawwassen Farmers’ Market
- What: The Tsawwassen Farmers’ Market will operate on a new day and time this year. Stock up on fresh local produce, along with artisanal foods. A handful of food trucks will also be in attendance.
- Where: 5360 12th Avenue (at 53A Street), Tsawwassen
- When: Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm, until October 7, 2017
North Delta Farmers’ Market
- What: The North Delta Farmers’ Market moves to the North Delta Rec Centre this season for a reinvigorated weekly market. Shop local and find farm fresh foods, delicious street food fare, handmade gifts, crafts, and jewellery.
- Where: North Delta Rec Centre – 11415 84th Avenue, Delta
- When: Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm, until October 29, 2017
Surrey Urban Farmers’ Market
Image: Surrey Urban Farmers Market / Facebook
- What: Located just steps away from the Surrey Central SkyTrain station and bus loop Surrey Urban Farmers’ Market is a vibrant gathering place that aims to promote small-scale farmers, food producers, and artisans.
- Where: North Surrey Rec Centre, 10275 City Parkway, Surrey
- When: Wednesdays from 2 to 6 pm, until October 4, 2017
White Rock Farmers’ Market
- What: Live music, over 80 vendors, and great local produce and food products make the White Rock Farmers’ Market a great community event for South Surrey and White Rock.
- Where: 15154 Russell Avenue (Beside Whaling Wall), White Rock
- When: Sundays from 10 am to 2 pm, until October 29, 2017
New West Farmers Market
- What: New West’s Farmers Market (formerly called the Royal City Farmers’ Market) features farm-fresh produce, plants, quality crafts from local artists and artisans, gourmet prepared foods, community information, live entertainment, and more, all at Tipperary Park on Thursday evenings.
- Where: Tipperary Park (east of City Hall, Royal Avenue and 4th Street), New Westminster
- When: Thursdays from 3 to 7 pm, until October 5, 2017
Poirier Street Farmers’ Market
- What: Started in 1996, the Poirier Street Farmers’ Market is the longest running suburban farmers market in Metro Vancouver. At this market you’ll find a variety of vendors showcasing their locally-sourced products.
- Where: Dogwood Pavilion (Poirier and Winslow), Coquitlam
- When: Sundays from 9 am to 1 pm, until October 29, 2017
Haney Farmers’ Market
- What: A vibrant outdoor Saturday market in downtown Maple Ridge, Haney Farmers’ Market sells fresh farm produce, locally-grown fruit and veg, preserves, baked goods, artisan crafts, fine art, and more.
- Where: Memorial Peace Park – 224th Street, Maple Ridge
- When: Saturdays from 9 am to 2 pm, until October 7, 2017
Port Coquitlam Farmers’ Market
- What: Inspired by, and created in collaboration with the Haney Farmers’ Market Society, the Port Coquitlam Farmers’ Market is part of a larger plan to strengthen Port Coquitlam’s downtown centre through arts, cultural and heritage programming.
- Where: 2253 Leigh Square, Port Coquitlam
- When Thursdays from 3 to 7 pm, until September 28, 2017
Langley Community Farmers’ Market
- What: On Wednesday afternoons in the warm weather months at the Kwantlen Polytechnic University Campus you will discover more than 50 vendors that “Make it, Bake it, or Grow it” selling the very best the region has to offer.
- Where: Kwantlen Langley Campus Courtyard – 20901 Langley Bypass, Langley
- When: Wednesdays from noon to 4:30 pm, until October 25, 2017
Fort Langley Village Farmers Market
- What: You’ll find fresh groceries (fresh foods picked from local farmers fields in the Fraser and Okanagan Valleys), along with plants, flowers, and other artisan goods at this weekly market in Fort Langley.
- Where: St. Andrews Historic Church – 9025 Glover Road in Fort Langley
- When: Saturdays from 10 am to 3 pm, until October 28, 2017
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