Halloween Haunts & Happenings in Downtown Abbotsford

October 15, 2025Events, Things to Do

Enjoy spooky season with us! Check out the events below and gather your witches and werewolves together for some festive fun!

Saturday, October 18th – Craft Collective Market

Stop by Open Space (33765 Essendene Avenue) between 10am and 2pm to explore artisan vendors. Admission is free; no registration required!


Wednesday, October 22nd – Paint Your Own Pumpkin

Experience an afternoon of Halloween fun! Paint your very own pumpkin at Open Space from 3pm to 5pm. Option to bring in your own pumpkin or pick one when you arrive here with a small additional fee. All ages, no experience necessary. Painting materials provided. Please note, you can leave your pumpkin here to dry and pick it up the following day from 10am to 2pm.


Thursday, October 30th – Superstition Exhibition Opening

Step into the shadows with us at our Superstition Exhibition—an illustration show where ink meets myth, mystery and folklore. Showcasing our local tattoo artists’ and illustrators’ talents, this exhibition will be hauntingly unique. The opening event takes place at Open Space from 5pm to 7pm and is free! Drop in, view unique artwork, feel inspired, and support our local artists!


Friday, October 31st – Last Laffs Ha Ha Halloween Comedy Show (19+)

Come get spooky at Abbotsford’s best Halloween party! Experience a night of laughs at two completely unique shows: 7pm (early show) and 9pm (late show). The afterparty takes place from 11pm to 1am, and each ticket gets you entry into the afterparty. Door tickets are subject to availability, so snag your ticket soon! Event takes place at Eagles Hall (33868 Essendene Avenue)


Friday, October 31st – Storytime & Craft: Wiggles, Giggles & Halloween Fun

Facilitated by the Abbotsford School District and Abbotsford Early Childhood, this magical morning of storytime and crafts is free to attend. Bring your Little Pumpkin (ages 0-6) to Open Space (33765 Essendene Avenue). The event runs from 9:30am to 11am. Costumes are optional. No registration required.


Friday, October 31st – Treat Trail

The annual Downtown Abbotsford Treat Trail is back! Bring your goblins and ghouls for an afternoon of free trick or treating at participating businesses.

Come in costume & experience the fun! There will also be games, colouring, and a selfie stop at Open Space (33765 Essendene Avenue). No registration needed! Come by anytime between 1pm and 4pm.

Please note that trick or treating is while supplies last. Please note that some businesses may run out of candy. In this case, flash a smile and continue onto the next stop on the Treat Trail!

*Check back here after October 23rd for the Treat Trail Map to start planning the stops on your spooky adventure!*


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