👻 2025 Halloween Events in Victoria, BC: The Ultimate Guide for Locals & Visitors
Planning a fall getaway to the misty coasts of Vancouver Island? Or maybe you're a local islander already dusting off your witch hat? Either way—Greater Victoria has gone full ghoul mode, and we’ve got your one-stop guide to the spookiest (and sweetest) events this Halloween season.
Whether you're trick-or-treating with tiny pumpkins, wandering haunted forests, or sipping cider under jack-o'-lantern lights, this list has something for everyone—from Sidney to Saanich, Oak Bay to the Westshore.
Let’s break it down, date by date, fright by fright:
🎃 OCT 1–14: Kicking Off the Spooky Season
Sidney Museum’s Historical Halloween Hunt (All ages, free with admission)
🎯 Find 16 hidden jack-o’-lanterns while learning Halloween traditions from around the world in this self-guided museum adventure perfect for curious kids and history-loving adults.
🕒 Oct 1–31 | 📍 Sidney Museum
Ghostly Walks Tours (All ages, paid)
👣 Hear spine-chilling tales and eerie legends on lantern-lit walking tours through haunted alleyways and historic sites in downtown Victoria, led by expert storytellers in costume.
💰 $22 Adults | $17 Students/Seniors | $12 Kids
📍 Downtown Victoria (meeting location varies)
Old Cemeteries Society Sunday Tours (All ages, paid)
🪦 Uncover Victoria's spooky side on guided historical tours of Ross Bay Cemetery, with ghostly themes and fascinating stories about local legends, pioneers, and buried secrets.
🕒 Sundays at 2 pm | $5 Non-members | $2 Members
📍 Ross Bay Cemetery
Haunted Manor Victoria + Horror Escape (Varies, paid)
👻 Get competitive with haunted mini-golf and terrifying escape rooms. From creepy corridors to puzzle-solving panic, these indoor attractions bring fear and fun all month long.
📍 Downtown Victoria
🌕 OCT 15–20: The Shadows Deepen
HIGH MOON – A Werewolf Western (Ages 12+, paid)
🌲 Walk through a wild-west town haunted by werewolves, bandits, and paranormal oddities in this immersive outdoor horror theatre experience set inside Heritage Acres.
🕗 Timed entries Oct 15–31 | 📍 Saanich
Sidney Halloween Displays (All ages, free)
🎃 Stroll past glowing pumpkins and spooky seaside décor at this magical display on Beacon Ave and the Sidney Fishing Pier, perfect for a family evening walk.
🕒 Oct 15–31 | 📍 Downtown Sidney
🛍️ OCT 18–19: Weekend Witchy Vibes
Spooky at the Station Market (All ages, free)
🧙♀️ Shop mystical crafts and local treats at this outdoor Halloween market, featuring tarot readers, artisan vendors, costume-friendly vibes, and seasonal goodies in Langford.
🕒 11am–4pm both days | 📍 720 Station Ave, Langford
🎪 OCT 19–25: Fright Nights & Fall Magic
Fright Nights @ Ocean View Estates (All ages; mostly free)
🔥 Fire dancers, circus artists, live DJs, and glowing installations transform a pumpkin patch into a nightly spectacle—with a 6–7pm family-friendly hour before the scares begin.
🕒 Oct 19–25 (7–10 pm); Oct 26–31 (6–10 pm)
📍 South Island
Candlelight Concert: Halloween Classics (All ages, paid)
🎻 Hear classical masterpieces with a spooky twist performed live by candlelight inside Christ Church Cathedral. Hauntingly beautiful music in a dramatically lit setting.
🗓️ Oct 24 | 📍 Downtown Victoria
🍂 OCT 25–27: Family Time on the Farm
Halloween at the Farm — Bilston Creek Farm (All ages, paid)
🎃 Cider, pumpkins, twinkle lights, and gentle Halloween décor make this one of the coziest October nights out for families looking for low-fright festive vibes.
🕗 Timed entries | 📍 Metchosin
🎉 OCT 26: The Big Pre-Halloween Bash
Wicked Victoria Street Festival (All ages, free)
👯♂️ Dance troupes, live music, street performers, and spooky family fun take over Government Street during this beloved downtown Halloween block party. Costumes encouraged!
🕒 Noon–5 pm | 📍 Government Street
A-Scare-ium of the Salish Sea (All ages; donation)
🐟 Explore eerie aquatic exhibits, trick-or-treat beneath the waves, and enjoy marine-themed Halloween décor in this kid-focused event at Sidney’s aquarium.
🕒 4–8 pm | 📍 Sidney Aquarium
🎭 OCT 29–30: Just Before the Final Fright
Halloween at the Farm (Continued)
🎃 If you missed earlier nights, Bilston Creek Farm continues offering its rustic and family-friendly fall experience with pumpkins, warm drinks, and twinkling lanterns.
📍 Metchosin
🎃 HALLOWEEN — OCT 31: It's Showtime!
Oak Bay Village — Trick-or-Treat on the Avenue
🛍️ Kids collect candy from over 50 participating businesses along Oak Bay Avenue. Look for pumpkin posters to know where to go! Family-friendly afternoon hours.
🕒 Usually 2–6 pm | 📍 Oak Bay Ave
Sidney Treat Street
🍬 Downtown Sidney closes roads for a huge community trick-or-treat party with costumed kids, decorated storefronts, and treats galore. One of the region’s best!
🕒 4:30–6 pm | 📍 Downtown Sidney
Langford Station Treat Street
🎉 Live music, games, free hot chocolate and hot dogs, and safe trick-or-treating for all ages in a lively, lantern-lit Langford Station setting.
🕒 5:30–8:30 pm | 📍 Langford Station
Westshore Town Centre Mall Trick-or-Treat
🛒 Trick-or-treat indoors at participating mall shops. A weatherproof option for families looking for an early Halloween activity in the afternoon.
🕒 Typically 3:30–5 pm | 📍 Westshore Town Centre
BC Legislature Treat Stop
🎁 Family activities and treats on the grand steps of the Parliament Buildings. Keep an eye on their socials for this year’s confirmed time.
🕒 Last year 3–4:30 pm | 📍 BC Legislature
The Vic Theatre – “Halloween” Screening
🎬 Catch the cult-classic horror film on Halloween night with local fans in costume. A beloved annual tradition in Victoria’s indie theatre scene.
🕗 Evening | 📍 Downtown Victoria
Rocky Horror Picture Show (Drag Cast)
💄 All-drag cast brings the time warp and wild energy to life. Multiple shows throughout Halloween week—expect singing, shouting, and dancing in the aisles.
📍 Metro Studio Theatre
🧹 NOV 1–2: Post-Halloween Wrap-Up
Charity Pumpkin Smash — Westshore Town Centre
🎃 Drop your pumpkin from a fire truck ladder to benefit a great cause. Loud, satisfying, and fun for a good reason—bring your jack-o-lantern!
🕒 Nov 2, 10 am–2 pm | 📍 Westshore Town Centre
🌟 Seasonal Highlights Not to Miss
Night Shift: Mythical Monsters @ Royal BC Museum (19+)
🎭 A legendary adult-only museum party featuring DJs, live bands, drag shows, aerialists, and mythical monster vibes all night long. Costumes essential!
📍 Downtown Victoria
IMAX “Thrills & Chills” Film Fest
🎥 Watch spooky classics like Alien and Beetlejuice on the biggest screen in town. Showtimes and films rotate all October at IMAX Victoria.
📍 Inner Harbour
Galey Farms Pumpkinfest + Festival of Fear
🌽 By day: train rides, pumpkin picking, and corn mazes. By night: Carnevil, the Cornfield of Horror, and other terrifying attractions for ages 12+.
📍 Galey Farms | Starts Oct 17
Victoria turns into a cauldron of creepy charm each October. Whether you’re haunting candlelit halls or cheering on fire dancers in the pumpkin patch, you’ll find magic here.
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