October in Burnaby has come alive with the sights and sounds of the season. From glowing pumpkins and costumed runs to cultural celebrations and after-dark performances, the city is buzzing with Halloween spirit.
With more than 20 spooktacular events happening through October 31, there’s something for every kind of thrill-seeker — families, friends, and Halloween fans alike.
Claw, fly, or drag your way here
Burnaby is lower mainland central. That means, whether you get here by airplane, sky train, highway or broom, the thrills and chills are always within arms’ reach.
Sleep with one eye open
When it’s time to rest, skip the dungeon and lay your head to rest at any of our four-star luxury accommodations, boutique hotels or a clean-and-comfy motor inn.
VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE HOUSE 2025
From 6pm Friday, October 24 – 11.59 pm Tuesday October 28, you will have the chance to cast your vote for your favourite house or yard in Burnaby!
HALLOWEEN DECORATIONS: BURNABY MAP
Check out our interactive map to find the best-decorated homes and yards across Burnaby!
JOIN BURNABY’S SPOOKY RUN MONSTER DASH 5K
Lace up, costume up, and join the Monster Dash 5K—Burnaby’s spookiest run is back October 26.
EXPERIENCE THE ULTIMATE HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION: BURNABY HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL 2025
This season, Burnaby is transforming into the ultimate Halloween destination for 2025! Burnaby Halloween Festival promises a spine-tingling lineup of events and activities that will delight and thrill Halloween enthusiasts of all ages.
THE STARS ALIGN IN BURNABY: BATTLESTAR GALACTICA REUNION LANDS AT METRO-CON
Battlestar Galactica returns to Burnaby! This fall at Metro-Con 2025, 15 cast and crew members will reunite at the Hilton Vancouver Metrotown on October 4 & 5—right where the series was filmed.
