10 of the best things to do in and around Vancouver this week (October 28-November 1)

This week, we’ve got a mix of concerts, Halloween-themed attractions, and art festivals on the roster. So don your warm layers and rain gear, and get ready to embrace it all! Here are 10 of the best things to do in and around Vancouver this week (October 28-November 1).

Suki Waterhouse with Special Guest Bully 

English singer-songwriter Suki Waterhouse is newer to the scene, but already an indie icon. Plus, she’s with Robert Pattinson, so she wins!

When: Monday, October 28th
Where: Commodore Ballroom
Cost: $149.10

Pumpkins After Dark

The award-winning Pumpkins After Dark experience in Burnaby transforms Central Park and Swangard Stadium into a spooky family-friendly event with 10,000 glowing, hand-carved pumpkins to illuminate the night.

When: Thursday, October 3rd to Tuesday, October 29th
Where: 6100 Boundary Road, Burnaby
Cost: $21.62 to $27.81 for adults, $17.49 to $23.68 for youth

Artemas

Cypriot English singer, songwriter, and record producer Artemas is taking the stage at the Commodore this week, and there are still tickets available!

When: Tuesday, October 29th
Where: Commodore Ballroom
Cost: $48.58

DTES Heart of the City Festival

The 21st annual DTES Heart of the City Festival is coming up at the end of October and will last through mid-November, and will feature over 100 local events across 40 venues – both indoors and out. With the 2024 theme of ‘Threads of Connection,’ the 2024 fest will take place over 12 days, showcasing music, stories, poetry, theatre, films, dance, ceremony, and much more.

When: Wednesday, October 30th to November 10th
Where: 250 to 111 West Hastings
Cost: Free admission

Free night at Vancouver Art Gallery

The next free night at Vancouver Art Gallery is coming up on Friday, November 1st – so mark your calendars and get ready to enjoy some after-work art!

When: Friday, November 1st and every first Friday of the month
Where: 750 Hornby Street
Cost: Free admission

Winterlust – H Tasting Lounge

Reservations are now available for this year’s Winterlust dome dining experience at H Tasting Lounge, which boasts heated interiors and panoramic views of the city. Up to six guests can indulge in a feast of tableside-flamed mains and inventive sides and sips – all starting this Friday, November 1st!

When: Starting Friday, November 1st
Where: 1601 Bayshore Drive
Cost: $150 minimum food & beverage per dome

Fright Nights

Vancouver’s scariest Halloween experience wraps up this week, so if you haven’t already gotten a good scare at the PNE – now’s your chance! There are eight haunted houses for guests to face their deepest, darkest fears.

When: Friday, October 4th to Thursday, October 31st
Where: 2901 East Hastings
Cost: $33 to $61 per person

STAND Festival

Starting Friday, November 1st, Presentation House Theatre in North Van is co-presenting a series of events with Blackout Art Society as part of the 4th annual STAND Festival, which celebrates emerging immigrant and refugee performing artists. The festival aims to offer the chance to connect newcomer artists with the community so they may share their stories.

When: Friday, November 1st to Sunday, November 17th
Where: 333 Chesterfield Avenue, North Vancouver
Cost: Varies per event

Black Lagoon 

From now until October 31st, Butcher & Bullock in Vancouver has transformed into a spine-chilling, immersive cocktail experience. So if themed sips sound like the perfect icebreaker on your next date, you know where to go!

When: Tuesday, October 1st to Thursday, October 31st
Where: Butcher & Bullock
Cost: $72 per adult, $40 per child

‘Betrayers’ at the Improv Centre 

The Improv Centre is putting on a comedy competition show on Fridays and Saturdays this month where improvers must convince the audience that they are the best on the stage, and that they’re not “The Betrayer!”

When: Fridays and Saturdays until November 2nd
Where: 1502 Duranleau Street
Cost: $10+

And that’s a wrap on the week, Vancouver!