From costume parties to fireworks: Here are 10 of the best ways to celebrate Halloween in Vancouver

With Halloween just around the corner, we thought we’d go ahead and share some of the spookiest, most exciting events we’ve found around the city, from 19+ costume parties to a fireworks festival. So with that in mind, here are 10 of the best ways to celebrate Halloween in Vancouver this year.

Sunwave Halloween: Haunting at Heritage Hall 

Sunwave is returning to Heritage Hall this year for another spooktacular ‘haunting’ and party. And since Heritage Hall is one of the oldest buildings in the city, we’re sure there will be plenty of ghostly surprises in store.

When: Saturday, October 28th
Where: 3102 Main Street
Cost: $23.68

Parade of Lost Souls

If you love getting creative with Halloween costumes every year, get ready to roll up your sleeves. East Vancouver’s annual Parade of Lost Souls returns this year, and it’s bringing a spooky blend of art, music, and dance with it.

This year, the Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret Society is organizing several free-to-access workshops prior to the main parade, including a costume party and happy hour, a time warp dance challenge, and a parade for children.

When: Saturday, October 28th
Where: Parade starts at 1661 Napier Street
Cost: Free

City of Richmond Fireworks Festival 

Whether you’re looking for adult pumpkin carving and painting or a family-friendly trick-or-treat activity, the City of Richmond has over 20 spooky events to look forward to this season. Its Fireworks Festival, which is set to take place on Halloween night from 6:30 pm to 8:45 pm, will feature a magician, jugglers, and the “ShowStoppers” ensemble, spooky roaming actors, a live pumpkin carver, carnival-style games, festive bites, and an inflatable corn maze. Oh, and a dazzling fireworks finale at 8:30 pm!

When: Thursday, October 31st
Where: 7191 Granville Avenue, Richmond
Cost: Free

Morrissey Halloween Party 

The 25th annual Morrissey Halloween Party is a legendary event in Vancouver, and this year will be no exception. DJ K-Rec will be spinning until 3 am on Friday, October 26th, with giveaways and prizes available, according to the event page.

When: Friday, October 26th
Where: 1227 Granville Street
Cost: $17.31

Halloween at The Fox! BOO-tylicious: All Throwback Hits

The Fox Cabaret’s 10th annual Halloween dance party is coming up, featuring some of Vancouver’s best DJs, drink specials, and costume contests. So don your spooky getups and get ready to dance all night long to the greatest hits from the 70s to the 00s!

When: Thursday, October 31st
Where: 2321 Main Street
Cost: $23.97

Electric Asylum – Ummet Ozcan 

Enso Event Centre will transform into a ‘nightmarish’ world on Friday, October 25th leading up to Halloween. So get ready to dance to spine-tingling tunes and be surprised by spooky twists at every corner.

When: Friday, October 25th
Where: 750 Pacific Boulevard
Cost: $23.95

Jiggy: A Y2K Hip Hop Halloween Party 

The Hollywood Theatre is also hosting a ‘throwback’-themed party with R&B, hip hop, and club anthems from the 2010s.

When: Saturday, October 26th
Where: 3123 West Broadway
Cost: $17.31

Angels & Demons Halloween Party 

You’re invited to the Angels & Demons Halloween Party! Join us for a night of spooky fun and devilish delights at Cabana Lounge. Dress up as your favorite Angelic or Devilish character to win some fang-tastic prizes!

When: Saturday, October 26th
Where: 1159 Granville Street
Cost: $27.96+

The Scarlett: Pop-up speakeasy

Tuesday to Saturday evenings from 5 pm starting October 18th, Fairmont Vancouver is hosting a spooky pop-up speakeasy inspired by the hotel’s legendary Lady in Red. Here, guests can enjoy signature cocktails, light bites, ‘ghostly glamour’, and captivating stories of the hotel’s colourful history.

When: Friday, October 18th
Where: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Cost: Free admission

Black Lagoon 

From now until October 31st, Butcher & Bullock in Vancouver has transformed into a spine-chilling, immersive experience via the annual Black Lagoon pop-up – a travelling immersive experience for cocktail enthusiasts and lovers of spooky season.

When: Tuesday, October 1st to Thursday, October 31st
Where: Butcher & Bullock
Cost: $72 per adult, $40 per child

So there you have it, Vancouver! These are just some of the biggest Halloween events heading your way.

Happy spooky season!