20 fantastic things to do in Vancouver this week: Oct. 27 to Nov. 2

So long, October, and hello, November!

Ease into the new month by having some fun this week! From Halloween fun to a stunning bridal show and more, here are 20 fun events you need to check out around Vancouver from Oct. 27 to Nov. 2.

Be sure to check out our Listed section for more fantastic things happening around town.

To stay up to date on everything happening in Metro Vancouver, B.C., and beyond, sign up for our newsletters.

Science World After Dark: Bloody Science

What: Science World is transforming into a spooky playground for Science World After Dark: Bloody Science. Check out exciting performances by Neil E. Dee and his Danger Thrill Show, filled with sword swallowing and sideshow stunts.

There will also be hands-on forensic experiments, blood-based criminology demos, themed drinks, and more. Costumes are highly encouraged, though make sure you follow Science World’s costume policy for a safe and inclusive night.

When: Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025
Time: 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: Science World — 1455 Quebec St., Vancouver
Tickets: Starting at $44.95, purchase online

Dead Fellows Haunted Brewhouse

What: For Halloween, East Vancouver’s Strange Fellows Brewing is transforming into a haunted brewhouse and brave souls are invited to take a self-guided tour through a “full-blown, walk-through Haunted House experience” filled with surprises, special effects, and frights.

When: Oct. 30 to 31, 2025
Time: 6 to 10 p.m.
Where: Strange Fellows Brewing — 1345 Clark Dr., Vancouver
Admission: Various prices, purchase online

Latin American Heritage Month Festival

What: The Latin American Heritage Month Festival 2025, produced by Latincouver and presented by Don Chendo, celebrates the diversity, art, and traditions of Latin America across Vancouver and Burnaby.

Running until Nov. 2, this year’s festival features over 30 cultural events, including music, dance, art exhibitions, workshops, and more. Most events are by donation to encourage community participation and accessibility. Select events and performances are ticketed, with prices starting at $10.

Highlights include Day of the Dead Granville Island on Nov. 1 and 2. There will also be a Catrina Procession, Day of the Dead Market, and a Catrina Party on Granville Island on Saturday, Nov. 1.

When: Select dates until Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Ocean Artworks on Granville Island, Brentwood Mall Plaza, and the Latin Plaza Hub in Gastown
Cost: Free and ticketed events, purchase online

SHOCK 6 Halloween at Good Co. Granville

What: Granville’s biggest Halloween party returns for their annual scream along session at Good Co. Granville. Head to Vancouver’s biggest haunted house bar with candy, costume prizes, music, and more.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 9 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Good Co.Bars Granville – 965 Granville St., Vancouver
Cost: $35 plus fees, purchase online

La Mariée: Bridal Runway

What: La Mariée: Bridal Runway is the first of its kind in Vancouver, created to offer something beyond the traditional bridal fairs.

The fashion-forward evening combines modern bridal couture, a runway showcase, live string quartet, and fine dining. Modern couples planning their 2026–2027 weddings, as well as stylists, planners, and industry creatives seeking fresh inspiration, will find lots to discover at the Vancouver Club. A VIP experience is also available.

When: Thursday, Oct.30, 2025
Time: Registration 5:30 p.m., show 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Vancouver Club – 915 W. Hastings St.
Tickets: Starting at $75 with VIP tickets also available. Purchase online

Talladega Nights A Hero’s Halloween.

What: Halloween’s on a Friday this year, and you and your crew are invited to Hero’s Welcome for a special Talladega Nights party.

Get ready for a no-cover night of NASCAR, beer, pizza, and chaos. Costumes are optional but appreciated. There will be Miller High Life mixed with Aperol (aka Speghett or NASCAR Spritz) served, and DJ Darth Brooks will be playing live from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

And bring the little ones by early for trick-or-treating from 3 to 6 p.m.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: Doors 8 p.m., event from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Hero’s Welcome – 3917 Main St, Vancouver
Admission: Free

Disco Dash 5K presented by Steel & Oak Brewing Co.

What: Disco Dash is a lively 5K fun run where participants light up the course in brightly coloured, glowing attire.

The event embraces a playful disco theme, encouraging runners to shine—literally! After the run, the celebration continues at the finish line with a vibrant beer garden party featuring beer from Steel & Oak Brewing Co., tasty food options, and a live DJ spinning disco beats to keep the energy high and the dance floor moving.

When: Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025
Time: 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: $55 current price, $60 late signup for the run, post-race beer garden party – free to all. Register online

Wickedly Wonderful Trick-or-Treating at Capilano Mall

What: Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Capilano Mall for Wickedly Wonderful Trick-or-Treating on Friday, Oct. 31.

From 3 to 5 p.m. on Halloween, the Grand Court comes alive with a live DJ, photo opportunities with Elphaba, Glinda, and Fiyero for magical photos, and trick-or-treating at stores marked with a spooky decal while supplies last.

There is also a Wicked-inspired photo backdrop where you’ll have the chance to win a $250 Capilano Mall gift card! There are so many reasons you need to visit this Halloween spot.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Where: Capilano Mall Grand Court — 935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver
Cost: Free

Rabbit Festival

What: Rabbit Festival 2025, the ultimate celebration of everything rabbits, is happening on Saturday, Nov. 1, 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 donations 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, Nov. 1, 2025
Time: 12 to 4 p.m.
Where: Scottish Cultural Centre – 8886 Hudson St., Vancouver
Admission: By donation

Cirque Costume Ball

What: Vancouver’s longest-running licensed Halloween bash takes over Science World on Friday, Oct. 31. Over 1,200 ghoulish party-goers will enjoy live cirque performances, spooky décor, and the city’s top DJs and performers.

Prepare for a full night of frights with three music rooms across two floors featuring 10 of the city’s top DJs and live performers. Cirque performance artists, including silk aerialists, contortionists, LED dancers, stilt walkers, jugglers, and more, will leave your jaw on the floor.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Science World — 1455 Quebec St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

HowlOver Canada

What: Immersive flight ride attraction FlyOver is transforming into HowlOver Canada from Oct. 9 to 31. During the Halloween experience, passengers will meet Biker Mama the Witch and her band of spooky sidekicks before taking off on a flight through the night sky. The annual event also includes an original eerie pre-show and lots of chilling decorations.

When: Thursday, Oct. 9 to Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Monday to Thursday), 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Friday to Sunday, plus Thanksgiving Monday)
Where: Canada Place Pier – 999 Canada Pl., Vancouver
Tickets: Various, purchase online

Chilliwack Corn Maze

What: Greendale Acres’ iconic maze is celebrating its 27th year in 2025, and the new design of the massive cornfield has longtime fans buzzing with excitement.

The field pays tribute to what the designers call “the quiet heroes of our farm and our food system” — the bee.

It’s worth making a day trip to Greendale Acres. With a giant corn maze, tractor and hay rides, farm animals, children’s activities, and more, your day will be filled with non-stop fun.

When: Now until Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: Various times. Check opening hours online
Where: Greendale Acres – 41905 Yale Rd. W., Chilliwack
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online. Ages two and under and those over 75 years are free. Memberships are also available.

I Know What You Did Last Weekend at The Improv Centre

What: I Know What You Did Last Weekend is a blend of ’90s teen slasher films with the spontaneity of live improv comedy. The show begins with a murder based on suggestions from the audience and then dives into a world of secrets, betrayals and laughs.

When: Every Friday and Saturday until Nov. 1, 2025. Additional shows on Thursday, Oct. 23 and Thursday, Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Improv Centre – 1502 Duranleau St., Vancouver
Cost: Various, purchase online

Canyon Frights

What: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park will be decorated with pumpkins and spooky displays for its annual Halloween event, Canyon Frights. There are plenty of photo ops, family-friendly activities, live performances and more to check out.

When: Friday, Oct. 10 to Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. (open until 9 p.m. from Oct. 24 to 26 and Oct. 31 to Nov. 2)
Where: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park – 3735 Capilano Rd., North Vancouver
Tickets: Various, purchase online

VIFF – Frankenstein by Guillermo del Toro

What: Get ready, scream fans, because Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) is gearing up for Halloween with a huge celebration of one of horror’s greatest icons.

When: Friday, Oct. 17 to Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025
Time: Various times. See the full schedule online.
Where: VIFF Centre – 1181 Seymour St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

City of Richmond Halloween Fireworks Festival

What: The City of Richmond’s Halloween Fireworks Festival returns to Minoru Park on the big night, and costumes are highly recommended.

This year’s theme is Creepy Carnival, with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and even trick-or-treating. And, of course, there will be a big fireworks display to cap off the spooky evening at 9 p.m.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 6:30 to 9:15 p.m.
Where: Minoru Park – 7191 Granville Ave., Richmond
Admission: Free

22nd Annual DTES Heart of the City Festival

What: Discover over 100 Heart of the City Festival events at over 40 locations in the Downtown Eastside and online this fall. The 22nd annual event has the theme of “Dignity in Community”, and the events include theatre, dance, storytelling, workshops, exhibits, and more.

When: Friday, Oct. 31 to Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Various venues
Tickets: Various prices, including free events. Purchase online

Vancouver Career Fair and Training Expo Canada

What: Career Fair and Training Expo Canada is taking place at Pan Pacific Vancouver on Tuesday, Oct. 28.

The upcoming Vancouver job fairs bring together a mix of employers from a variety of industries, as well as on-site training exhibitors who can teach applicants about different credentials that may help them land their dream jobs.

When: Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Pan Pacific Vancouver – 999 Canada Place, #300
Cost: Free, register online

Fright Nights at Playland

What: Fright Nights, one of Western Canada’s scariest haunts, has returned to Vancouver for the spooky season. And we can’t wait to visit the scream park!

The popular Playland attraction is celebrating its 22nd anniversary on select nights running through to Halloween night.

Visitors can enjoy the immersive Halloween-themed experience with seven haunted houses, over 15 heart-pounding rides, spooky décor, roaming monsters, thrilling live performances, and more.

When: Select dates until Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: Various times
Where: Playland at the PNE — 2901 E. Hastings St., Vancouver
Tickets: Various prices, purchase online

Secrets of the Penthouse

What: Secrets of the Penthouse is hosted by Forbidden Vancouver and includes a guided tour where guests will be invited backstage to hear all the shocking details of the nightclub’s past.

Club owner Danny Filippone will lead you on the tour, accompanied by two other guides: Aaron Chapman, author of Liquor, Lust, and the Law, and Grant McDonald, retired Vancouver Police officer who raided the club in the ’60s and ’70s and once arrested Filippone’s own father.

When: Wednesday, Oct. 29 and Nov. 12, 2025
Time: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Penthouse Nightclub – 1019 Seymour St., Vancouver
Tickets: $80, purchase online

Vancouver Canucks vs New York Rangers

What: The Canucks are back this week at Rogers Arena with a home game against the New York Rangers on Tuesday, Oct. 28.

When: Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Rogers Arena – 800 Griffiths Way, Vancouver
Cost: Various; purchase online