Events
Surrey Events Calendar: October 16th to October 22nd
Surrey Events Calendar:
October 16th to October 22nd
Halloween Activities
1. Halloween Family Dance
There will be music, crafts for the kids, and prizes for the best costumes. Dress up and gather your friends and family for some festive fun. Register in advance to book your spot!
- Don Christian Recreation Centre
Friday October 20 at 6pm to 9pm
Cost: $3.50 per person; children under 2 years are free – Register with code # 4548955 - Fleetwood Community Centre
Friday October 27 at 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Cost: $5.00 – Dinner included! – Register with code # 4553384
2. Halloween Family Fun
Halloween family fun afternoon with games, crafts and a costume parade and contest!
- Fraser Heights Recreation Centre
Saturday October 14 at 6pm to 8pm
Cost: $3.50 per person; free under 2 years – Register with code # 4551391 - South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre
Sunday October 29 at 1 pm to 3 pm
Cost: $3.50 per person – Register with code # 4549747
3. 55+ Halloween Activities
Join us for a fun afternoon with live entertainment, light lunch, desserts and halloween activities! Dress up in your best costume for a chance to win a prize.
- Guildford Recreation Centre
Tuesday October 31 at 12:00pm to 1:45pm
Cost: $10/Members, $15/Non-Members – Register with code # 4547477 - Fleetwood Community Centre
Tuesday October 31 at 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
Cost: $10/Members, $15/Non-Members – Register with code # 4561377
4. Halloween in the Forest
Dress up for some fun at Halloween in the Forest! Bring your family and friends to this indoor/outdoor event and:
- Meet the Forest Fairy and her forest creature friends
- Check out our “Pumpkin Path” scavenger hunt
- Learn about bats, owls and spiders
- Carve a pumpkin (while supplies last)
- Enter the costume prize draw
Where: Surrey Nature Centre – Saturday October 28 at 10 am to 2 pm – Free!
5. Haunted Farm Family Day
A shadowy barn, creaky floorboards, rustling trees – visit our haunted farm if you dare! Haunted Farm Family Day shares old-time All Hallow’s Eve traditions, crafts and spooky treats.
Where: Historic Stewart Farm – Saturday October 28 at 12 pm to 3 pm – Free!
6. Halloween Howl Pool Parties
Come practice your tricks and treats with us and have a good time in the pool! There will be games and activities for everyone to enjoy. Regular admission applies.
Saturday October 28 at 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
- Surrey Sport & Leisure Complex
- South Surrey Indoor Pool
- North Surrey Indoor Pool
Sunday October 29 at 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
- Newton Recreation Centre
7. Halloween Skates in Surrey
Grab your wand or broom and head out to one of our fun haunted public skates! This spooktacular event will have fun games and a costume contest. Suitable for all ages. Regular admission applies.
- North Surrey Arena
Saturday October 21 at 12 pm to 1:30 pm - Newton Arena
Sunday October 22 at 12 pm to 1:30 pm - Cloverdale Arena
Friday October 27 at 6:15 pm to 7:45 pm - South Surrey Arena
Saturday October 28 at 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm - Surrey Sport & Leisure Complex – Arena
Sunday October 29 at 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
8. Spooktacular Newton
Complete with trick-or-treating, petting zoo, kid fun zone, face painting, food trucks and a haunted train, Spooktacular Newton has something for everyone. Don’t miss the special dance performances by the Surrey Dance Company, and kickback with some popcorn in our spook theatre. And don’t forget to grab your free pumpkin by donation on your way out, all proceeds going to the Surrey Food Bank. Be sure to come in your costume!
Location: Newton Grove, 13730 72 Ave
Date & Time: October 21, 2017; Noon – 4:00 PM
Contact:
Nasrin
604-593-2294
Cost: Free
9. Bear Creek Haunted Forest Scream Train
Each child who paid an admission will receive a treat to enjoy on the pumpkin express train as it travels through the decorated forest.
As they depart from their adventure they will be given a child size pumpkin to remember their day. (Adults and children under 2 years old do not receive pumpkins)
Location: 13750 – 88th Avenue at King George Blvd. Surrey, BC
When: October 13 6:30 PM – October 31 10:00 PM
Cost: $11.00 per person – Adult or Child (2 years old – 12 years old) including tax.
10. The Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy a hayride down to our pumpkin fields and pick out your own pumpkin, or choose from an assortment of already-picked pumpkins.
Hay wagon rides go from 10:00-6:00 on weekends, holidays and professional days, and 3:00-6:00 on weekdays throughout October.
We also have mini-pumpkins, gourds, cornstalks and hay bales available for sale at the farm stand. Don’t forget your winter veggies from our general store! Finish off your day with a visit to our cows and chickens.
TIPS FOR YOUR PUMPKIN PATCH VISIT:
- If you want to get your pumpkin from the field, plan at least an hour for your visit.
- We have parking available on our farm, with overflow parking on the road. But make sure to check our lot first!
- Make sure you visit our cows and chickens – children love to see our animals up close.
- The best time for families with young children to visit is on weekdays from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm. We find that visiting the Pumpkin Patch while things are quieter will help your toddler have a more enjoyable experience!
When: October 1 10:00 AM – October 31 6:00 PM
Location: Rondriso Farms, 8390 172 Street, Surrey, BC
11. Great Pumpkin Run Walk
Arts:
A play: For the Pleasure of Seeing Her Again
This funny, nostalgic, and bittersweet play pays homage to the playwright’s colorful, down-to-earth mother. Be transported in time to five different stages of their lives together, with a bird’s-eye view of their tumultuous and loving relationship.
Running time: approximately 90 minutes, no intermission.
Location: Centre Stage at Surrey City Hall, 13450 104 Ave
Date & Time: October 18, 2017 at 8 pm
Contact:
Box Office
604-501-5566
Cost: $15
The Canada Show:
The Complete History of Canada in One Hour
Three bickering historians—one English (Alex Gullason), one French (Carly Pokoradi), and one First Nations (Frankie Cottrell)—battle to tell their version of Canadian history. With song and sketch comedy they pair pop culture references with historical happenings. It’s 60 laugh-packed minutes!
Suggested ages: 8 and up
Running time: approximately 1 hour, no intermission
Location: Studio Theatre at Surrey Arts Centre, 13750 88 Ave
Date & Time: October 22, 2017 at 2 pm
Contact:
Box Office
604-501-5566
Cost: $15
Guildford Jazz Festival 2017
Featuring many UK and international acts, the event will create a vibe reminiscent of something between the Cork Jazz festival Ireland and London’s South Bank.
The Guildford Jazz Festival 2017 will be the first of a new annual event set in Guildford in collaboration with Guildford Borough Council and Experience Guildford.
The festival will be a mixture of traditional and contemporary jazz, as well as both gospel and new talent showcases from Guildford itself and all around the UK. Guildford Jazz Festival will engage the local community as a whole, and providing a mix of both free public entertainment and ticketed events that will be suitable for the whole family and various generations of music lovers. It will utilise various locations across the town, including the notable landmarks such the Tunsgate Arch, Guildford Castle, the cobbled High Street and the newly re-furbished Village Guildford.
Box Office: Guildford Tourist Information Centre
Opening Times: Monday – Saturday 9.30-17:00
155 High Street Guildford, Surrey
When: October 20th – 22nd
Website: Guildford Jazz Festival Info
Community:
School’s Out Activities
Date & Time: October 20, 2017; 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Contact: 604-501-5100
School’s out on Friday, October 20! Plan ahead and keep your kids active and busy for the day. We have a variety of ways to keep kids entertained with our city-wide School’s Out Fun Zone, activities at our pools and arenas, or a Discovery Day at Surrey Nature Centre.
Fun Zone
Camps include age appropriate programming for children ages 6 to 12 years. Activities include sports, arts, crafts, music, dance and games. Please check with the recreation facility in your community for specific details. Camp Connections are available for extended camp hours.
All Fun Zone camps run from 9 am to 3 pm and cost $30.50.
- Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre
Registration Code: 4553286 - Don Christian Recreation Centre
Registration Code: 4542570 - Fraser Heights Recreation Centre
Registration Code: 4551066 - Guildford Recreation Centre
Registration Code: 4553101 - Newton Recreation Centre
Registration Code: 4551019 - South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre
Registration Code: 4549092
Kids Who Cook
The pantry is open! Kids will learn to create a variety of healthy and fun foods and make their own receipe book. This School’s Out activity is for kids ages 6 to 12, runs from 9am to 3pm and costs $45.25.
Bridgeview Community Centre
Registration Code: 4550600
Art Adventure
Have an art-filled day off school! Create amazing artworks and artifacts with instructors who are experienced art educators and practicing artists. This camp is for kids ages 6 to 11 years and costs $47.75.
Surrey Arts Centre
9 am to 3 pm
Registration Code: 4552306
Spooktacular
Spend the day with your fellow witches and wizards as you make scary decorations, get your fortune told and create a potion to enjoy with spooky treats. This camp is for kids ages 6 to 12 years and costs $33.00.
Historic Stewart Farm
9 am to 3 pm
Registration Code: 4551787
BC Growth Opportunities Tour
Companies like IBM will be in Surrey on October 20th and they’re looking for BC tech solutions to their business challenges. Come hear more about what these companies are looking for and network with peers, potential customers and influencers.
Location: Surrey City Hall, 13450 104 Ave
Date & Time: October 20, 2017; 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Contact: marketing@bcic.ca
Cost: Free
Website: BC Growth Opportunities Tour
Parks and Environment:
Bulbs for Beauty Community Plantings
Drop by and help plant flower bulbs to brighten one of Surrey’s parks for spring! Everyone is welcome to these free community planting events. Events run rain or shine. Tools provided. Bring a mug for hot chocolate after the planting.
Locations:
- Bryan Place Park – 8969 King George Boulevard (Friday, October, 20th; 11 am – 1 pm)
- Forsyth Park – 10632 139 Street (Saturday, October, 28th; 11 am – 2 pm)
- Queen Elizabeth Meadows – 9400 134 Street (Friday, October, 30th; 2 am – 4 pm)
Cost: Free
Grand Opening:
Forsyth Park
Come out and celebrate the official opening of Surrey City Centre’s newest park. Drop by to get this know this special place and:
- Explore the new TD Nature Play Area
- Enjoy family-friendly entertainment
- Walk your dog in Surrey’s newest dog off-leash area
- Go on a scavenger hunt (and enter a prize draw)
- Plant a tree
Location: Forsyth Park, 10635 140 St
Date & Time: October 28, 2017; 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Contact:
604-502-6065
environment@surrey.ca
Cost: Free
Tree to Our Nature Canada 150 Celebration
Come celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary with a tree planting ceremony at the Ocean Park Community Orchard. Our stewardship committee, with the support of Parks staff, is hosting a public event that will feature a dedication ceremony, lots of hands-on activities, refreshments, and bulb planting all made possible by Tree Canada, Canadian National Railway, and the Government of Canada.
Location: Ocean Park Community Orchard, 12815 22 Ave
Date & Time: October 21, 2017; 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Contact:
604-501-5050
opcommunityorchard@gmail.com
Cost: Free
Website: Facebook Event Page
Business:
Surrey Newcomer Employment Week
Surrey Newcomer Employment Week – Surrey NEW – will take place from October 21 to October 27, 2017 with over 35 events throughout the city.
Events include:
- Career fairs
- Mock interview sessions
- Open houses
- Skills training workshops
The goal of Surrey NEW is to provide more opportunities for face-to-face connections between employers and newcomer job seekers. The initiative is organized by Surrey LIP in collaboration with 20 community partners. Check out the Surrey NEW calendar of events for full event details.
Cost: Free
Website: Surrey NEW
Surrey International Writers’ Conference
The Conference starts on Friday October 20 and ends on Sunday October 22.
Friday – October 20th
- Friday Workshops
- Lunch (Full conference passes and day passes)
- Evening Banquet (Full conference passes) with Keynote speech and award presentations. Costumes optional.
- Friday Night Owl event – Slade’s Shock Theatre 10
Saturday – October 21st
- Saturday Workshops
- Mystery presenter lunch (Full conference passes and day passes)
- Author Book Signing Event
- Evening Banquet (Full conference passes) with Keynote speech and Gala. Formal dress optional.
- Saturday Night Owl event – SFU-sponsored open mic event
Sunday – October 22nd
- Sunday Workshops
- Lunch (Full conference passes and day passes) with Keynote speech and Silly Writing Contest Winners announced
- Workshops
Location: Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel – 15269 104th Avenue, Surrey, British Columbia
Telephone: 604-582-9288
Tickets: Buy Here
Looking for something to do? You’re in luck! From outdoor movies to a butterfly release, there is so much to do in Surrey this week.
Aug. 6: Movies Under the Stars
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You can head over to Holland Park for a free movie under the stars starting on Aug. 6. The fun starts at 6pm with plenty of games, singers, crafts, draws, and so much more. Be sure to bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair and some yummy snacks to enjoy. The movie schedule is as follows:
Aug. 6: Sing 2
Aug. 13: Encanto
Aug. 20: Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Address: Holland Park, 13428 Old Yale Rd.
Aug. 6-7: Music and Meditation Festival
Need some relaxation? Visit Surrey City Hall on Aug. 6 and 7 for the Music and Meditation Festival. The event starts at noon, and on Aug. 6 there will be “meditative flute music by Edgar Muenala, Indigenous dance by the Wild Moccasin Dancers, meditation workshops with Rani Thompson of Raaga with Rani and multi-instrumentalists The Nair Brothers, activities for children and parents, and much more! On Aug. 7 you can enjoy free outdoor music from members of Sahaja Yoga BC from noon–2pm, and free meditation classes at the Surrey Central Library from 2-4pm.
Address: Surrey City Hall, 13450-104th Ave.
Aug. 6-7: Play Time: Heritage Board Games
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Tired of Monopoly? Learn about the board games that residents in Victorian Surrey would have played. This event is free and the only thing you need to supply is the players.
Address: Historic Stewart Farm, 13723 Crescent Rd.
Aug. 10: Sounds of Summer: Dalannah Gail Bowen
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Enjoy a free outdoor concert in Holland Park on Aug. 10 from 6:30–8pm. This week’s performance is Dalannah Gail Bowen who is a “76-year-old Afro-Canadian Cherokee singer, songwriter, actress, play writer, storyteller, event producer, social activist, International Memphis Blues Awards semi-finalist (2017) and a Blues Hall of Fame Master Blues Artist (2015).”
Address: Holland Park, 13428 Old Yale Rd.
Aug. 13: Habitat for Humanity 11th Annual Butterfly Release
Watch a live butterfly release at the Fleetwood Villa on Aug. 13 starting at 11:30am. This event is free to watch but you’re also able to purchase a butterfly to release, with all proceeds going towards Habitat for Humanity. Butterflies cost $20 each and include a butterfly cookie. There will also be live entertainment and a barbecue lunch. For more information on how to reserve your butterfly, check the City of Surrey website.
Address: Fleetwood Villa, 16028 83 Ave.
Aug. 13-14: Play Time: Old Fashioned Toys
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You can visit the Historic Stewart Farm to play with the toys that the Stewart children would have enjoyed in the early 1900s. You’ll also be able to play some outdoor games and make your own toy to take home! This free event is a part of the Historic Stewart Farm’s themed summer weekends.
Address: Historic Stewart Farm, 13723 Crescent Rd.
Looking for something to do? Well, you’re in luck! There is so much to do in Surrey this week.
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Canada Day 2022 is coming up quickly and the City of Surrey has plenty of plans to celebrate. You can check out an Indigenous Village, the Summer Market, or enjoy some live music from artists like Arkells! There will also be plenty of food trucks and amusement park rides to enjoy. You can check out our previous article for a full breakdown of everything happening.
Address: Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre, 176th St and 64th Avenue, Surrey
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From July 1 to 3 you can visit the Historic Stewart Farm to learn how to make your own homemade ice cream like Surrey residents from the 1900s. Not only that, but you’ll be able to take some home.
Address: 13723 Crescent Rd, Surrey
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If you’re 18 or younger and like to skateboard, bike, or scooter, then head over to South Surrey Youth Park on July 5 from 4 to 8 pm for Surrey Rides. There will be free snacks, good jams, and prize giveaways for everyone who attends. Helmets are mandatory and spectators are welcome. Be sure to visit the City of Surrey website for a full schedule of Surrey Rides.
Address: South Surrey Youth Park, 14601 20 Avenue, Surrey
Sounds of Summer: Sons of Granville
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Visit Glades Woodland Garden for a free summer concert with Sons of Granville on July 5. Be sure to bring a picnic blanket or chairs and you’re encouraged to bring a picnic dinner to enjoy. Sons of Granville started as a busking duo back in 2010 and have since gained popularity and brought on more band members. This is definitely a concert you won’t want to miss. Gates open at 5 pm and the concert starts at 6:30 pm.
Address: The Glades Woodland Garden, 457 170 Street, Surrey
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FVDED in the Park returns to Holland Park this year on July 8 and 9. Headlining the iconic Surrey festival are Illenium, Excision, Rick Ross, and Don Toliver. Tickets are on sale now and you can purchase them online.
Address: Holland Park, 13428 Old Yale Road, Surrey
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BC’s biggest Bollywood dance company is coming to the Bell Performing Arts Centre on July 8 at 7:30 pm to perform “spirit of India.” This is a celebration of India’s spirituality, mythology, colourful festivals, weddings, music, dances, Bollywood, and will include over 90 performers! Tickets start at $36 and can be purchased online. Address: Bell Performing Arts Centre, 6250 144th Street, Surrey
SHIAMAK is coming to Surrey on July 8 for the “spirit of India,” a celebration of the 75th year of India’s Independence with music and dance.
The performance will include India’s spirituality, mythology, colourful festivals, flamboyant weddings, magnificent music, exhilarating dances, and, of course, Bollywood — this production manifests the true spirit of India’s multiculturalism.
There will be over 90 different performers who come from all over the Lower Mainland and the performance will include a retelling of the Ramayana, one of the largest ancient epics in world literature.
Not only is this a must-attend event but this will be SHIAMAK’s return to the stage since their last performance in 2019.
You can buy tickets to “spirit of India” online starting at $28. The performance will take place at the Bell Performing Arts Centre on July 8 starting at 7:30 pm.
Address: Bell Performing Arts Centre, 6250 144th Street
Canada Day 2022 is coming up quickly and the City of Surrey has plenty of plans to celebrate. Here are some of the highlights of this year’s celebration.
There will be musical performances for the entire day with Arkells headlining the show. You can also expect performances from Shawnee Kish, Haviah Mighty, En Karma, Teon Gibbs, Ashley Pater, Glisha, Kung Jaadee, Pleasant Trees, and many more! Plus, all of these performances are free so you can enjoy as much music as you want.
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Plenty of local vendors will be making their way to the Canada Day celebration this year, and they’ll be set up in the Summer Market. Some of the vendors include Mysgreen, lil so&so handmades, The Refill Shop, Mountain Mornings, and So Fresh Air Fresheners.
No Canada Day celebration is complete without food, and there will be tons of food trucks available for you to choose from. Whether you’re feeling like some delicious sandwiches from Bread and Cheese, Bannock from the Bannock Queen, vegan delights from the Dirty Vegan, Japanese-inspired hotdogs from Japa Dog, or mini donuts from Mr. Ken’s Donuts, Surrey’s Canada Day will have it all! There will be over 30 different food trucks at the event.
For this year, the City of Surrey is putting a big emphasis on reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. On the Surrey Canada Day Website, the City said “July 1st is a day to chart a new and better path forward. Together, we can work towards reconciliation and a more equitable society for all. We invite you to come together to experience diverse cultural expression, as well as the best of Canada and its hope for the future. Surrey Canada Day is committed to sharing music, education, entertainment, and the cultural practices of many Indigenous and multicultural artists. Event organizers are working with leaders from land-based Nations and an Indigenous consultant in the planning and programming of this event.”
One of the highlights of this year’s celebration is the Indigenous Village with plenty of different sections to check out. The Siam Stage (which means “Respected Ones” in Coast Salish languages) will feature Indigenous cultural sharing, the Residential School Survivor Honouring Ceremony, and contemporary music performances. There will also be a sharing circle where “the public is invited to participate in discussions with Residential School Survivors to learn first-hand about the hardships they lived through while attending the schools. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet the children of the Residential School Survivors, who will share how their lives were impacted by the inter-generational trauma caused by the Residential School system.”
In addition, there will be traditional teachings, doll-making demonstrations, game playing from the Onyota’aka Nation with S^yowah (Son-Yo-Wah), ribbon skirt making, and a community mural painting with Brad Henry.
If you’re looking for some thrills then you’re in luck, there are plenty of amusement park rides available at Surrey’s Canada Day celebration. You can ride on the Ferris wheel, crash into some bumper cars, get turned around in the Zipper, or walk through the Kreepy Kastle. To get on these rides you must buy tickets, with one ticket costing $1.50. You can also buy 20 tickets for $30 or 40 Tickets for $50. There will be 16 different rides to choose from.
The celebrations will end with a fireworks display starting at 10:15 pm that you will not want to miss.
For more information on everything happening for Surrey’s Canada Day, be sure to visit https://www.surrey.ca/canadaday/
Address: Bill Reid Millennium Amphitheatre, 176th St and 64th Avenue, Surrey
Looking for something to do? Well, you’re in luck! There is so much to do in Surrey this week.
June 10: Seniors Week
Visit the Historic Stewart Farm on June 10 from 11 am to 2 pm for Seniors Week. There will be live music and performers, heritage activities and demonstrations, tours of the 1894 farmhouse, samples of delicious homemade treats, and activities in recognition of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Address: Historic Stewart Farm, 13723 Crescent Road
June 11: Magical QUIRK-E Tour
QUIRK-E (Queer Imaging and Riting Kollective for Elders) is hosting numerous spoken word and video performances at the Museum of Surrey on June 11 from 2 to 4 pm. There will be cartoons, videos, short films, songs, a scene from a play, stories, and poems. This event is 14+.
Address: Museum of Surrey, 17710 56a Ave
June 11: Car-Free Day
Car-Free Day is coming to Surrey Saturday, June 11. This event will turn 137 street into a car-free paradise with tons of local merchants, musicians, and family-friendly activities like balloon twisting, jugglers, and face painting. There will also be a beer garden (for the grown-ups) and plenty of food trucks.
Address: 7380 King George Blvd
June 16–19: Strawberry Tea on the Farm
If you missed Seniors Week, then you can visit the Historic Stewart Farm from June 16–19 for strawberry tea on the veranda. There will also be ice cream and other treats for you to enjoy. Tickets cost $18.20 and you can register for them online or by calling 604-501-5100.
Address: Historic Stewart Farm, 13723 Crescent Road
Youth ages 13 to 18 are welcome to attend the Youth Pride Dance, an inclusive and welcoming event to celebrate Pride. There will be dancing (of course), games, snacks, and prizes for the most creative outfits. LGBTQ2S+ and allies can attend this event. Registration for this free event is available online.
Address: Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre, 13458 107A Avenue
June 18: International Picnic Day
Visit Hazelgrove Park for International Picnic Day on June 18 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Bring a packed meal and your friends and family to enjoy an evening full of fun activities. There will be mini-golf, storytime, different fun park activities, and different vendors from the Cloverdale Farmers Market. This event is free and open to all ages.
Address: Hazelgrove Park 7080 190 Street
June 18: Surrey Fest
This year is the 22nd anniversary of Surrey Fest! Head over to Holland Park from 11 am to 4 pm to enjoy music, prizes, vendors, and more! This event is free but expect it to get busy.
Address: Holland Park, 13428 Old Yale Rd
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