Metro Vancouver events calendar for October 2025. Best festivals, concerts, fun things to do, Thanksgiving events, kids activities and Halloween haunted houses in Vancouver, BC.

October 1, 2025

^Wed

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

October 2, 2025

^Thu

Culture Days - Yuanji Dancing - Try-it - 55+

Experience a guided mixture of choreographed dance, meditation and qigong originating from Taiwan. Registration required

Richmond | Seniors Centre - Minoru Centre for Active Living | Dance | Free

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Culture Days. Richmond Improv Presents: Try it out!

Come join us for our Try Improv Series, where we will be hosting beginner improv workshops.

Richmond | Thompson Community Centre Annex | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Workshop

October 3, 2025

^Fri

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

October 4, 2025

^Sat

Culture Days: Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra Open Doors (St Alban's Church)

Join Us for RDYO's Open Doors! Step inside, experience the orchestra, and see what makes our community of young musicians so inspiring!

Richmond | St Alban's Church | 9:30 am to 1:45 pm | Music | Free

Culture Days: Richmond Delta Youth Orchestra Open Doors (St Anne's Church)

Join Us for RDYO's Open Doors! Step inside, experience the orchestra, and see what makes our community of young musicians so inspiring!

Richmond | St Anne's Anglican Church | 10:00 am to 2:00 pm | Music | Free

Activities for Mid-Autumn Festival 2025

Step into the rich history and vibrant traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site.

Richmond | The Britannia Shipyard | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Festival | Free

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Culture Days: Nazanin Shafiee - Ribbon Embroidery and Needlework Workshop

Join artist Nazanin Shafiee for a free ribbon embroidery and needlework demonstration, celebrating cultural heritage, creativity, and the art of slow stitching

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre | Workshop | Free

Mid-Autumn Celebration at Lansdowne Centre

Experience an unforgettable Mid-Autumn Festival at Lansdowne Centre! Travel back in time and immerse yourself in the rich traditions of ancient China with our captivating activities

Richmond | Lansdowne Centre | Family

Austria Vancouver Club Oktoberfest 2025

Austria Club Oktoberfest hosts celebrations with live music, food, and dancing over three evenings September 27th and October 4th & 25th

Richmond | Austria Club | 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Party

October 5, 2025

^Sun

Activities for Mid-Autumn Festival 2025

Step into the rich history and vibrant traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site.

Richmond | The Britannia Shipyard | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Festival | Free

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Culture Days: Arts Craft Showcase Exhibition by SPROUT TungMang of Music & Theatre 童萌紙皮兵工廠 X 床單裁縫店

Cardboard, sheets, and various scraps and leftovers can be transformed into exquisite props and costumes

Richmond | Atrium, Richmond Cultural Centre | Workshop

The Gateway Theatre: To The Moon: Mid-Autumn Celebration

To The Moon: Mid-Autumn Celebration is an event to bring families together to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival in the Richmond community. Join us for a family-friendly concert in the Minoru Chapel, followed by craft lantern making at Gateway Theatre

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Family

October 6, 2025

^Mon

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

October 7, 2025

^Tue

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Culture Days: Writers for Readers

Writers for Readers is Richmond Public Library's writers' festival. Featuring live talks from bestselling BC and local Richmond authors.

Richmond | Richmond Public Library (Brighouse Branch) | 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Books | Free

October 8, 2025

^Wed

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Culture Days - Platinum Players - Try-it - 55+

Sit back, relax and laugh in this upcoming season sneak preview of this group of seniors who love to act. Audience members can join in the reading or simply watch, listen and enjoy.

Richmond | Seniors Centre - Minoru Centre for Active Living | Performing Arts | Free

October 9, 2025

^Thu

Culture Days - Yuanji Dancing - Try-it - 55+

Experience a guided mixture of choreographed dance, meditation and qigong originating from Taiwan. Registration required

Richmond | Seniors Centre - Minoru Centre for Active Living | Dance | Free

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Culture Days: Inay Film Screening and Discussion

Join us for a film screening and panel discussion of the film Inay (2024). From the 1990s, the Live-In Caregiver Program attracted thousands of Filipino women to Canada as migrant workers, enabling them to send money back home and gain permanent residency

Richmond | Richmond Public Library (Brighouse Branch) | 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Film | Free

Culture Days. Richmond Improv Presents: Try it out!

Come join us for our Try Improv Series, where we will be hosting beginner improv workshops.

Richmond | Thompson Community Centre Annex | 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm | Workshop

October 10, 2025

^Fri

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Lea Salonga: Stage, Screen & Everything In Between

Maria Lea Carmen Imutan Salonga, OL is a Filipino singer and actress

Richmond | The River Rock Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

October 11, 2025

^Sat

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Activities for Mid-Autumn Festival 2025

Step into the rich history and vibrant traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site.

Richmond | The Britannia Shipyard | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Festival | Free

Lea Salonga: Stage, Screen & Everything In Between

Maria Lea Carmen Imutan Salonga, OL is a Filipino singer and actress

Richmond | The River Rock Theatre | 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm | Show

October 12, 2025

^Sun

Culture Days: Richmond Arts Coalition's "From Fray to Feather - Part 1" Youth Art Exhibition

From Fray to Feather - Part 1 is an exhibition of collaborative art in progress - created by students in Richmond working with local printmaking artist Mika Imada

Richmond | Richmond Cultural Centre Annex | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Exhibition | Free

Activities for Mid-Autumn Festival 2025

Step into the rich history and vibrant traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival at Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site.

Richmond | The Britannia Shipyard | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Festival | Free

October 16, 2025

^Thu

The Gateway Theatre: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

This sharp and comedic reinvention of the classic detective tale is exactly what you’re looking for this fall.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

October 17, 2025

^Fri

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

The Gateway Theatre: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

This sharp and comedic reinvention of the classic detective tale is exactly what you’re looking for this fall.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

ParaTough Cup - Vancouver 2025

Compete in Para sport and have the opportunity to hear athletes and Paralympians share their stories at a fireside chat!

Richmond | Richmond Olympic Oval | 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm | Sports

October 18, 2025

^Sat

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

The Gateway Theatre: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

This sharp and comedic reinvention of the classic detective tale is exactly what you’re looking for this fall.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

Gulf of Georgia Cannery: One Ocean Film Tour Vol. 5

Enjoy ocean films, Haunted Seas & a tour of Ocean Legacy’s facility and support ocean protection!

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm | Film

Cayford Gala 2025 by Forward Foundation

The 6th Annual Cayford Gala – “Red Carpet Ready” Saturday, October 18, 2025 The Westin Wall Centre Hotel, Richmond, BC

Richmond | Westin Wall Centre - Vancouver Airport Hotel | 6:30 pm to 11:59 pm

October 19, 2025

^Sun

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

The Gateway Theatre: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

This sharp and comedic reinvention of the classic detective tale is exactly what you’re looking for this fall.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

October 20, 2025

^Mon

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

October 21, 2025

^Tue

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

The Gateway Theatre: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

This sharp and comedic reinvention of the classic detective tale is exactly what you’re looking for this fall.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

October 22, 2025

^Wed

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

The Gateway Theatre: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

This sharp and comedic reinvention of the classic detective tale is exactly what you’re looking for this fall.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

October 23, 2025

^Thu

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

The Gateway Theatre: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

This sharp and comedic reinvention of the classic detective tale is exactly what you’re looking for this fall.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

October 24, 2025

^Fri

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

The Gateway Theatre: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

This sharp and comedic reinvention of the classic detective tale is exactly what you’re looking for this fall.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

Boyz II Men

R&B Legends Performing Classics At River Rock Theatre

Richmond | The River Rock Theatre | 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Music

October 25, 2025

^Sat

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

The Gateway Theatre: Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

This sharp and comedic reinvention of the classic detective tale is exactly what you’re looking for this fall.

Richmond | Gateway Theatre | 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Performing Arts

Gulf of Georgia Cannery: One Ocean Film Tour Vol. 5

Enjoy ocean films, Haunted Seas & a tour of Ocean Legacy’s facility and support ocean protection!

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm | Film

Austria Vancouver Club Oktoberfest 2025

Austria Club Oktoberfest hosts celebrations with live music, food, and dancing over three evenings September 27th and October 4th & 25th

Richmond | Austria Club | 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Party

October 26, 2025

^Sun

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

Richmond Nature Park: Nature Series - Owls

Learn about the species of owls that call BC home with a 30 minute presentation by the Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society followed by an opportunity to talk to the owl handler and take pictures of the live birds

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm | Nature / Animals | Free

October 27, 2025

^Mon

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

October 28, 2025

^Tue

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

October 29, 2025

^Wed

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Richmond Nature Park: Halloween Hoot

Drop in to the Nature Park to view Halloween decorations along the Pond Trail. Pumpkins available for purchase during this family friendly event that runs rain or shine

Richmond | Richmond Nature Park | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Family | Free

October 30, 2025

^Thu

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

October 31, 2025

^Fri

Gulf of Georgia Cannery Haunted Sea

Discover what lies beneath the waves in the Haunted Sea! Visit the seasonally spooky installation inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site

Richmond | Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Family

Minoru park: Halloween Fireworks Festival

39th Annual Halloween Festival – Creepy Carnival Edition

Richmond | Minoru Park | Family | Free