Burnaby’s Halloween Season

When October arrives, Burnaby leans into playful scares and plenty of treats. Glowing pumpkins, crafty costumes, eerie events, spooktacular performances, and a freaky fun run pop up across the city. Check back as Halloween approaches to see what’s lurking after dark.

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AN EVENT FOR EVERY BODY, SPIRIT AND SOUL

Whether you’re faint of heart or fairly unshakeable, Halloween in Burnaby has all the tricks and treats. Bring the little goblins for early fun, or venture out solo after dark if you dare. From eerie displays and immersive experiences to cult horror films, zombie-themed events, and haunted adventures, we’ve got the thrills.

  • Halloweeks at The Amazing Brentwood

THE HAUNTS ARE CLOSER THAN YOU THINK

Burnaby sits at the heart of the Lower Mainland, so getting here when the season turns spooky is simple. Fly into Vancouver, take the SkyTrain, or drive by highway. Witches’ broom optional. However you arrive, Halloween thrills are close at hand.

WICKED BITES

Restaurants, food trucks, cafés, breweries, and pop-ups fill Burnaby’s Halloween season with tricks and treats, themed nights, creative cocktails, and monstrous menus.

SPOOKY STAYS

Make Halloween last with a Ghostly Getaway. Stay at a participating Burnaby hotel, catch at least one ticketed festival event, and you’ll receive a $100 shopping gift card to The Amazing Brentwood or Metropolis at Metrotown. No tricks, only treats.

How it works:

Book a stay at a participating Burnaby hotel. Some offer special links or perks; others can be booked directly.

Check in through the Burnaby Halloween Festival app at both your hotel and your ticketed event.

Once both check-ins are complete, pick up your $100 gift card at The Amazing Brentwood or Metropolis at Metrotown.

Looking for the perfect place to rest after a full day of Halloween thrills?

Book a Ghostly Getaway and make your Burnaby Halloween Festival experience even sweeter.

When you stay at a participating hotel and attend at least one ticketed festival event, you’ll receive a $100 shopping gift card to The Amazing Brentwood or Metropolis at Metrotown — our treat for celebrating Halloween in Burnaby.

Here’s how it works in three simple steps:

  1. Book your stay at a participating Burnaby hotel, some offer special booking links and extra perks, while others can be booked directly through their websites.
  2. Check in through the Burnaby Halloween Festival app when you arrive at both your hotel and your ticketed event.
  3. Pick up your $100 gift card at The Amazing Brentwood or Metropolis at Metrotown once both check-ins are complete.

Full details on how to check in and claim your gift card are available – here 

Why Book a Ghostly Getaway:

  • Stay category iconSpecial Festival Rates: Discounted stays at select hotels.

  • Stay category icon$100 Shopping Reward: Stay, play, and shop — it’s that simple!

Book your stay today and make your Burnaby Halloween adventure a win-win.

COAST METRO VANCOUVER HOTEL

Enjoy a 10% discount on BAR rates for stay from Oct 1st to Oct 31st, when you book by October 31st!

Cancellation Policy: 48 hours!

Blackout dates may apply when occupancy reaches 90%, so book your spooky stay soon!

Once you click the link, use the code “PUMPKIN” under the company code field to book the 10% discounted rate!

HILTON VANCOUVER METROTOWN

Save 20% on BAR rates when you book by October 31st!

Valid for stay from Oct 1st to Nov 3rd!

Don’t miss out on this fang-tastic offer—click the link to automatically apply your discount and stay connected during your spooky getaway!

ACCENT INNS BURNABY

Stay with Accent Inns during the Burnaby Halloween Festival and enjoy more than just a comfy room!

From their signature rubber ducky surprises to free WiFi, parking, and bike rentals, this proudly Canadian-owned hotel makes your visit fun, affordable, and full of personality.

ELEMENT VANCOUVER METROTOWN

Start each day with our daily RISE breakfast, complimentary self-parking and a special Halloween-themed welcome amenity.

Use promo code: YX1

Conditions: Available for stay from Oct 1st to Oct 31st, so book your stay today! Rates are subject to availability, blackout dates, and other restrictions may apply.

DELTA HOTELS BURNABY CONFERENCE CENTRE

Treat yourself to a $50 dining credit towards breakfast at Villa Bistro for each night you stay!
Plus complimentary parking with every booking.

Available for stay from Oct 1st to Oct 31st, so book your eerie-sistible stay today!

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS VANCOUVER-METROTOWN (BURNABY) BY IHG

Treat yourself to a complimentary breakfast buffet in the breakfast bar!
Plus complimentary gated underground parking with every booking.

Available for stay from Oct 1st to Oct 31st, treat yourself to a hauntingly fun Burnaby escape!

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2026 EVENT GRANTS

Planning a Halloween event in Burnaby? The Burnaby Halloween Festival Grants program offers funding support to help event producers bring spooky ideas to life as part of the month-long festival.