Last Updated on October 10, 2026 by Explore Vancouver
Richmond goes all in on Halloween, and the best part is how many of the events cost little or nothing. From a working farm with a corn maze and animatronic dinosaurs to mall trick-or-treating, a cat sanctuary party and the biggest fireworks show in the region, there is something for every age. This guide lists every major Halloween event in Richmond, BC for 2026, with dates, times and addresses so you can plan your week. Looking further afield? See our guide to Halloween events in Vancouver and our list of the best pumpkin patches.
Halloween in Richmond at a Glance
- Running all month: pumpkin patch, undersea exhibit, mall train rides and Halloween displays
- October 24: Halloween Hoot starts and Gallery of Horrors takes place
- October 28: Ghosts and Grips climbing night
- October 30 and 31: Enchanted at Kassa Farm
- October 31: trick-or-treating in Steveston and at two malls, then the Minoru fireworks finale
Richmond Country Farms Pumpkin Patch
Where: 12900 Steveston Highway
When: Daily until October 31. Weekdays 9:00am to 4:00pm, weekends and holidays 10:00am to 4:30pm.
This is the classic Richmond fall outing. Expect farm animals, tractor-drawn wagon rides, animatronic dinosaurs, a corn maze and plenty of decorated photo spots. Weekends add live music and train rides. Your ticket includes one pumpkin to take home and a Spartan apple, and extra pumpkins can be bought on site. Check the official pumpkin patch page for current ticket prices. You can also read our full guide to Richmond Country Farms.
Into the Deep at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery
Where: 12138 Fourth Avenue, Steveston
When: Daily to November 1, 10:00am to 5:00pm
This camera-friendly exhibit fills the Cannery with sea creatures built entirely from recycled plastic and ocean waste. It is spooky, creative and a good rainy day option. Post your photos online for discounted admission, or snap a costumed selfie with the hashtag #CanneryCostumeContest and tag the Cannery for a chance to win a gift basket. A screening of the movie Beetlejuice is also planned for October 19. Visit the Cannery event page for ticket details.
Halloween at Lansdowne Centre
Where: 5300 No. 3 Road
When: Halloween train October 7 to November 1 (Wednesdays to Sundays only). Trick-or-treat event October 31, 4:00pm to 6:00pm.
Lansdowne is a reliable indoor choice for families with young children. Selfie-ready decorations are set up around the mall, and the themed indoor mini train returns for another year. The train ride costs extra, while the decorations and the trick-or-treat event on the 31st are free. See the Lansdowne Centre events page for updates.
Halloween Spooktacular Harvest at Aberdeen Centre
Where: 4151 Hazelbridge Way
When: Halloween display October 16 to November 1. Activities October 31, 1:00pm to 5:00pm.
A Halloween diorama takes over the Central Atrium from mid-October. The main day is October 31, with a magic show and photos with Scrappy the Scarecrow, both free. Show a store receipt to take part in face painting and balloon art, and kids can trick-or-treat around the mall from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Visit Aberdeen Centre for the latest schedule.
Halloween Hoot at Richmond Nature Park
Where: 11851 Westminster Highway
When: October 24 to November 1, 10:00am to 4:00pm. Admission by donation.
This drop-in event turns the Pond Trail into a spooky walk lined with inflatables and art installations, and pumpkins are on sale if you have not picked one yet. Dress warmly for the trail, then warm up inside the Richmond Nature House, where the displays include taxidermy animals. Details are on the City of Richmond event page.
Gallery of Horrors at The Arts Conservatory
Where: 5 to 12491 No. 2 Road
When: October 24, 5:00pm to 8:00pm
A costume-friendly carnival that raises funds for Jeremy’s Memorial Foundation. Entry is free, with paid extras. Kids can try craft stations, carnival games, trick-or-treating and a haunted house (small minimum donation), then finish with the free photo booth and dance floor. Tickets and details are on Eventbrite.
Ghosts and Grips at the Richmond Olympic Oval
Where: 6111 River Road
When: October 28, 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Regular drop-in rates apply.
Burn off some candy energy before the big night. Climbers of all levels take on a Halloween-themed dyno competition on the Oval’s tall climbing wall, alongside games, music and activities. Wear a great costume for a chance at a prize in the contest. Check the Richmond Olympic Oval website for current drop-in rates.
Enchanted at Kassa: From Seed to Spirit
Where: Kassa Farm, 12320 No. 2 Road
When: October 30, 5:00pm to 9:00pm, and October 31, noon to 7:30pm
A colourful farm Halloween with face painting, pumpkin carving, a corn maze, a spooky walking route, seasonal treats, a vendor market and a costume contest. Pumpkins are for sale all weekend, and children under 3 get in free. Booking online early saves money, with the early bird deadline on October 20. Get tickets through Eventbrite or visit Kassa Farm.
Trick-or-Treat in Steveston Village
Where: Steveston Village
When: October 31, 3:00pm to 5:00pm. Free.
One of Richmond’s most popular Halloween traditions. Costumed kids stroll the village while participating shops hand out candy. All month long, creative scarecrows line the streets for the Steveston Scarecrow Crawl, so see how many you can spot. Stay for lunch or an afternoon snack at Pajo’s Fish and Chips, and wander the Steveston Fisherman’s Wharf while you are here.
Meowlloween at RAPS Cat Sanctuary
Where: 3380 No. 6 Road
When: October 31 and November 1, 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Advance reservation required.
Spend a Halloween afternoon with more than 450 resident cats. Costumes, spooky music and decorations set the mood, and visitors can enter a costume contest, hunt for clues on a scavenger hunt, use the photo booth and even get a tarot card reading. Slots are limited, so book your time on Eventbrite or learn more at RAPS Cat Sanctuary.
Minoru Halloween Fireworks Festival
Where: Minoru Park Track, 7191 Granville Avenue
When: October 31, 6:30pm to 9:15pm. Free.
The region’s biggest Halloween fireworks night turns 40 this year with an Alien Invasion theme. The fireworks finale lights up the sky at 9:00pm, but the evening starts early with live music, circus performers, professional pumpkin carving, carnival games and a giant inflatable spaceship. Costumes are encouraged, candy is handed out and food trucks are on site. Arrive early for parking and a good viewing spot. See the City of Richmond event page for the latest information.
Tips for Halloween in Richmond
- Book ahead for Meowlloween, Enchanted at Kassa and the Gallery of Horrors, since these are ticketed or limited events.
- Plan October 31 around three time slots: Steveston at 3:00pm, a mall trick-or-treat in the afternoon, then Minoru Park for the 9:00pm fireworks.
- Dress for Richmond’s fall weather. The farms, Nature Park and Minoru are outdoors, so bring layers and waterproof shoes.
- Dates, hours and ticket prices can change, so confirm on each official page before you go.
What is the biggest Halloween event in Richmond, BC?
The Minoru Halloween Fireworks Festival is the largest, with a free evening of entertainment on October 31 and a fireworks finale at 9:00pm.
Where can kids go trick-or-treating in Richmond?
Steveston Village runs a popular trick-or-treat from 3:00pm to 5:00pm on October 31. Lansdowne Centre (4:00pm to 6:00pm) and Aberdeen Centre (1:00pm to 5:00pm) also host mall trick-or-treating that day.
Where can I find a pumpkin patch in Richmond?
Richmond Country Farms runs a pumpkin patch daily until October 31. Kassa Farm and Richmond Nature Park also sell pumpkins during their Halloween events.
Are there free Halloween events in Richmond?
Yes. Steveston trick-or-treating, the Minoru fireworks festival, mall decorations and the Gallery of Horrors entry are free, and Halloween Hoot at the Nature Park is by donation.
Which Richmond Halloween events are indoors?
Lansdowne Centre, Aberdeen Centre, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery exhibit, the Oval climbing night and the Gallery of Horrors are all mainly indoors.
Planning more fall outings? Browse our Richmond guide and the things to do in Vancouver in October.