Want a safe and inexpensive place to take the kids for Trick or Treating or family fun? Here are Vancouver Halloween fun spots fit for kids and tots for Halloween 2011.
Trick or Treat
Saturday, October 29
Halloween Hunt at City Square
Located next to VGH, City Square mall hosts a free Trick or Treat in its food court, along with face painting, pumpkin decorating, and magic shows.
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Halloweenie at the Kids Market
Granville Island's famous Kids Market hosts trick or treating at its shops, free magic shows, and a free hot dog and warm beverage for kids in costume.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Yaletown Halloween Parade & Trick or Treat
Enjoy safe Trick or Treating at businesses in Yaletown.
Community Centre Events for Families & Kids
Lots of community centres will be hosting Halloween events for kids, tots and families. Most require registration before the event, so check the websites for details.
Sunset Community Centre Howl-O-ween Spectacular - For Kids 1 - 3
Halloween Carnival at Kerrisdale Community Centre - For Kids 2 - 10
West End Community Centre Halloween Carnival and Spooky Graveyard - For Kids 2 - 6
Kilarney Community Centre Halloween Carnival - Kids 3 - 12
Fun for the Whole Family
Friday, October 7 – Monday, October 31, 2011
The Stanley Park Hallowe'en Ghost Train – All Ages
Stanley Park's famous Miniature Train transforms every Halloween into the Ghost Train, a themed, haunted ride through the forest, complete with tableaux by the incredibly imaginative Mortal Coil performers. Bring the kids in costume!
Saturday, October 8 - Monday, October 31, 2011
Pumpkin Patch at Richmond Country Farms – All Ages
Located just south of Vancouver, Richmond Country Farms is home to the area's most famous pumpkin patch, plus a corn maze, animals, and more.
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Little Spooks and Friendly Ghosts at VanDusen Botanical Garden
Co-organized with Public Dreams (the organization behind the Parade of Lost Souls/Secret Souls Walk), this event for kids 9 and under features games, performances, Halloween crafts, a carved pumpkin display, and Giant Jenga.
Check out the Complete Guide to Vancouver Halloween 2011 Events & Attractions for more family activities and Halloween fun!
