Fall Family events in Metro Vancouver for September 28-30
Fall is here, and Vancouver is buzzing with family-friendly events you won’t want to miss! From National Truth and Reconciliation Day at Fort Langley to festive pumpkin patches full of hayrides and photo ops, there’s something for everyone. Don’t forget to check out Fall Fun at Metropolis at Metrotown, where the season comes alive with activities for all ages. It’s the perfect way to dive into autumn and make some special memories with your little ones!
Fall Family events in Metro Vancouver
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Visitors are invited to Fort Langley National Historic Site on Saturday, September 28, for a special event dedicated to this significant day. The event will feature a presentation by Len Pierre of Len Pierre Consulting, an Indigenous leadership, innovation, and transformation consulting group. Attendees can explore the Métis Nation BC exhibit in the Big House, watch Indigenous films in the theatre, and craft an Orange Shirt Day button.
September 28, 10am-5pm, Fort Langley National Historic Site,
23433 Mavis Ave, Langley Twp, BC V1M 2R5
Fall Fun at Metropolis at Metrotown
Metropolis at Metrotown and Tourism Burnaby have teamed up to bring some Halloween magic to BC’s biggest shopping centre! From September 16 to October 31, families can experience “Fall Fun at the Met,” a festive celebration filled with a spooky escape room, pumpkin carving, and a pie-eating contest.
Now an annual tradition, “Fall Fun at the Met” is all about celebrating the season with themed displays and immersive décor. This year, the event is even more exciting, thanks to a partnership with Tourism Burnaby, which adds the Burnaby Halloween Festival to the mix.
Open now till October 31, Metropolis at Metrotown
Mall hours Monday- Saturday (10am-9pm), Sunday (11am-7pm)
>> Read more on what events they have at Fall fun at Metropolis at Metrotown
Riverfest
Hosted by the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, representing the Port of Vancouver, RiverFest is a family-friendly event you won’t want to miss! This FREE festival, happening on September 28 and 29, offers fun for all ages.
On Saturday, visitors can wander the boardwalk and take in live performances, explore the exhibitor expo and market, and watch the Lucille Johnstone Workboat Parade. Sunday offers guided walks at various scenic spots along the river, perfect for a relaxing day out with the family.
September 28-29, 10am-4pm
Price: FREE
Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Drive New Westminster
Thai Fest
Thai Fest is back! This vibrant celebration offers a unique chance to experience the rich culture and talent of Vancouver’s Thai community. Attendees can enjoy authentic Thai food, cultural performances, and support local Thai businesses. Special rewards and giveaway prizes are available for those who register. Don’t miss out on this weekend of cultural exchange, community gathering, and delicious eats!
September 28-29, 11am-7pm
Vancouver Art Gallery, 750 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC
Harvest Days at VanDusen Botanical Gardens
Get ready for Harvest Days, starting this Saturday, September 28! Immerse your family in fall fun with live music, tasty food vendors, and stunning autumn colors at VanDusen Botanical Garden. Have you grabbed your tickets yet?
Weekends from September 28 to October 20 + Thanksgiving Day
10 AM to 4 PM
VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak St, Vancouver, BC
Harvest Days is included with general admission, and you can save by booking online!
Visit the Pumpkin Patches
Open now-October 31 (at various locations)
Now that fall is here, it’s the perfect time to explore the pumpkin patches across Metro Vancouver! Enjoy hayrides, face painting, delicious treats, and plenty of photo ops—fun for the whole family!
>>Check out our list of the top pumpkin patches in Metro Vancouver for all the details!
Greendale Acres – Chilliwack Corn Maze
This year, the Chilliwack Corn Maze is teaming up with 93.7 JR Country to turn their 10-acre cornfield into a celebration featuring country star Luke Bryan. The maze showcases a design of the five-time CMA Entertainer of the Year and American Idol judge, complete with him strumming a guitar and a pair of cowboy boots. A Must see and do!
Open now till October 31,
Various times, 41905 Yale Road West, Chilliwack, BC, V2R 4J4
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