There's always a boundless amount of things to do around Vancouver in the fall season (and in general, really), many of which require zero money, but this weekend has much more fun to offer.
From festivals to fashion show days to unique parties, this weekend is far from boring. This month is filled with free events too, so if you've already made plans, you can find some budget-friendly fun for another time.
Here are some fun events happening this weekend that you won't want to miss:
Pumpkin Carving Fundraiser
This fundraiser will let you carve a Ukrainian-themed pumpkin while raising funds for humanitarian and medical aid in Ukraine. Each ticket includes family admission plus one pumpkin, tryzub stencil, and pumpkin carving supplies.
When: Oct. 7, 6-8 p.m.
Where: 154 E 10th Ave
Cost: $20
Fright Nights 2022
The spooky amusement park is opening this weekend and will have seven haunted houses, 19 rides, roaming monsters, live performances and lots of eerie decorations.
When: October 7-31; Wed-Sat 6 p.m.-midnight; Sundays 6-11 p.m.
Where: PNE/Playland - 2901 E Hastings
Cost: $45-56
Taylor Swift Halloween Dance Party
Though a couple of weeks before Halloween, it's never too early to jam out to Taylor Swift among fellow Swifties.
When: Oct. 8, 9 p.m.-midnight
Where: 254 E Hastings St
Cost: $5-20
Trinidad & Tobago Culture Days
This celebration of Trinidad and Tobago culture includes carnival costume making, artwork by local artists, live music, and traditional food and drink from local vendors.
When: Oct. 8, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Pacific Arts Market - 1448 Broadway
Cost: $128
Breville Coffee Masterclass
Learn how to make specialty coffee at home from professional baristas. The hands-on demonstration will go over grinding, extracting, milk texturing, and latte art.
When: Oct. 8, various time slots
Where: Hudson's Bay - 674 Granville St
Cost: Free
Brewhalla
This beer and music festival has lots of booze– 24 vendors, to be precise! It also takes place at the end of the month with a more spooky theme out in Surrey. Tickets can be purchased online.
When: Oct. 7, 5-10 p.m.
Where: The Shipyards - 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver
Cost: $60
Queer Reading Event
Queer authors Arleen Paré and Andrea Routley will be reading passages of their books and answering questions from the audience at this in-person reading event.
When: Oct. 7, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Massy Arts Society - 23 E Pender St
Cost: Free
