Witches, ghouls, goblins, and costume enthusiasts, rejoice! The spookiest month of the year has arrived, and Edmonton is brimming with affordable and free activities this October! Whether you're eager to dive into all things Halloween or just want to squeeze in a few fun events before the snow falls, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Presented by the talented team at Media Architecture Design Edmonton (MADE), this multi-day event provides an opportunity to engage with designers and explore the innovative designs that define Edmonton. Be sure to check the complete event schedule to discover the perfect activities for you.
When: Tuesday to Sunday, October 15th – 20th, 2024
Where: Multiple locations throughout Edmonton
Cost: $5+
Discover your next favorite nonfiction book! Engage with authors through a series of live events, enriching discussions, and exciting gatherings—all in one location.
When: Wednesday to Sunday, October 16th – 20th, 2024
Where: Multiple locations throughout Edmonton
Cost: Free, and varies per event
How about an evening of guided stargazing? Elk Island National Park is offering an introductory stargazing program led by a knowledgeable park interpreter. You'll learn how to use a star chart, navigate by constellations, and enjoy captivating cultural stories around a warm campfire.
When: Until Saturday, October 19th, 2024
Where: Elk Island National Park, 54401 Range Rd 203, Fort Saskatchewan
Cost: Park admission $9+
Embark on a spooky stroll through Old Strathcona, where you might catch a glimpse of an apparition or two! The tour will take you past the Strathcona Hotel, the Princess Theatre, Strathcona High School, and various other buildings, homes, and shops known for their tales of ghosts, hauntings, murders, and mysteries
When: Throughout October
Where: Meet in front of Rescue Statue directly next to the Walterdale Theater
Cost: $18+
The Haunted Pumpkin Festival at Prairie Gardens Adventure Farm begins on the first weekend of October and runs through the end of the month! Purchase your tickets online to save $5 for this spooky pumpkin patch. Plus, kids in costume enjoy free admission on Halloween day!
When: Every weekend until October 31st, 2024
Where: 56311 Lily Lake Road, Bon Accord
Cost: $17+
A classic that's always a hit! Don’t miss Pumpkins After Dark, an incredible showcase with over 10,000 hand-carved pumpkins, games, and delicious treats. This event transforms Borden Park each year—it's definitely worth making it a tradition!
When: Friday, September 27th until Thursday, October 31st, 2024
Where: 7727 Borden Park Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T5B 4W8
Cost: $27+
Continue your eerie shopping after dark! This night market will showcase unique vendors, local breweries, and delicious food trucks. Admission is free!
When: 7:00 – 11:00 PM on Friday, October 25th, 2024
Where: 8426 Gateway Blvd
Cost: Free
You can't enjoy fall without a corn maze, and we're glad this classic is back for the season! Come on down and (literally) get lost in acres of corn. Don’t worry, they’ll find you… eventually!
When: Open until October 27th, 2024
Where: 26171 Secondary Hwy 627, Spruce Grove
Cost: $12+ for GA
Visit the Art Gallery of Alberta for their adult open studio class on Halloween. Dive into the uncanny and bizarre with the classic drawing game, Exquisite Corpse, and create a series of printed monsters inspired by Mary Shelley.
When: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM on Thursday, October 31, 2024
Where: Art Gallery of Alberta, 2 Sir Winston Churchill Sq
Cost: $25
Have a fun and spooky October!
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