Events
Surrey Events Calendar: October 30th to November 6th
Surrey events calendar:
October 30th – November 6th
Halloween activities:
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
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 31; 6.30 pm – 10:00 pm
Cost: $11.00 per person – Adult or Child (2 years old – 12 years old) including tax.
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 31; 10 am – 6:00 pm
Location: Rondriso Farms, 8390 172 Street, Surrey, BC
Halloween Fun
Plus, families can enjoy Halloween craft activities, face-painting, balloon artists, entertainment, story-time, and more (near Winners).Visit Centralcity for more information
Scarecrow Festival
Art’s Nursery’s Annual Scarecrow Festival is a fundraising community event for the whole family in support of 3 local charities, running from September 23-October 31.
Art’s Scarecrow Festival kicks off with a full day festival September 23rd including a DIY Build-a- CROW station, music, crafts and activities, and DIY demos to create a festive fall. In the spirit of our fabulous local outdoor markets, local vendors will be on hand providing artisan crafts and foods for all to enjoy. Special thanks to over 50 local businesses for sponsoring the creative and crazy scarecrows to be found throughout the nursery!
Location: Art’s Nursery, 8940 192 St
Date & Time: September 23 to October 31, 2017
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Contact: 604-882-1201
Cost: Free
Community:
Family Services Fundraiser
Surrey, B.C. – MFFS Founder Gary Thandi and his team would like to cordially invite you to the 2nd Annual Moving Forward Family Services Fundraiser. This year, it’s a family-friendly Halloween theme costume party and dressing up is recommended but totally optional. Awards will be given out for Best Costume, Scariest, Most Creative, Best DIY Costume, etc. There will also be a Silent Auction, a great lineup of Entertainment, Keynote Speaker, Raffle, Door prizes, Dinner & Cash Bar. Kids are welcome! Lots of fun for the entire family.
Moving Forward Family Services started in 2016 and caters to community members all across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. It’s a non-profit and registered charitable organization that provides counseling services to everyone regardless of their income level. There are many options available for individual, couples and family counseling either at a set hourly rate or free/pay what you can so that nobody is denied the help they deserve. Support from the community through the Nov 2nd Fundraiser will allow MFFS to expand their services, bring on more counselors and ultimately help more people. More specifically, funds will be used to expand services to children through Cyndi’s Centre for Child Education, Counselling and Support, named after Gary’s late spouse, Cyndi Thandi, a teacher in Surrey who was passionate in working with vulnerable children and their families.
Location: Aria Banquet Hall (12350 Pattullo Pl, Surrey)
Date and Time: November 2, 2017 — 6:00 pm
Cost: Tickets are $40 for adults and $20 for children. Table of 10 is $350.
Contact: Rina Gill – 778 688 4973; Gary Thandi – movingforwardfamilies@gmail.com
Community Links
Add your piece to our growing sculpture. Join us this fall as we create a portrait of our community. Built of individual cardboard discs, each link tells the story of someone’s personal passion. Seen as a whole, this tower tells the story of a dynamic and vibrant community.
Location: Surrey City Hall, 13450 104 Ave
Date & Time: October 27 to November 15, 2017; 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Contact:
Edward Westerhuis
communityart@surrey.ca
Cost:
Free
Healthy Families: Pathway to Resilience conference
This conference has been created by the Network to Eliminate Violence in Relationships (NEVR). The network’s purpose is to eradicate violence in relationships within our community by increasing awareness and education of prevention and intervention of relationship violence. Further, NEVR works in collaboration with various agencies to share evidence-based resources to achieve their purpose. This conference will bring members from different agencies within our community to learn and discuss different strategies for creating healthy relationships and continue to raise awareness on violence in relationships.
Location: University Conference Centre, 12666 72 Ave
Date & Time: November 2 to November 3, 2017; 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Contact:
nevr@kpu.ca
Website:
NEVR website
Filipino Festival
Drop-in to experience the vibrant culture of the Philippines! The free, family-friendly event will feature:
- Filipino food sampling
- Live performances
- Storytime and ukulele music
- Selfie Station courtesy of the Youth Leadership Team
The location is close to transit but pay parking is also available at City Hall.
Location: City Centre Library, 10350 University Drive
Date & Time: November 4, 2017; 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Contact:
Drew LaJeunesse
604-592-6951
Cost: Free
Vaudevillians Having Fun
Having fun while doing good work is what B.C’s #1 Seniors Entertainment Troupe is all about. They have been working hard to prepare for their 14th annual fundraising event in support of students at Douglas College.
The show is a mixture of wonderful old songs, toe-tapping dances, and lots of comedy to leave you smiling.
The average age of these performers is 77 years young but you would never know it on stage. They are humbled to have been compared to The Follies, a wonderful show that ran for many years in Palm Springs.
Come out and have some fun while helping the Vaudevillians help students with their education.
Location: Main Stage at Surrey Arts Centre, 13750 88 Avenue
Date & Time: November 4 to November 5, 2017; 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Contact:
Box Office
604-501-5566
Cost:
$22
Website: The Vaudevillians
Big Easy Funk Ensemble
Win $$$$ we will be having a 50/50 draw during the evening.
The Big Easy Funk Ensemble celebrates the amazing variety of music that has grown out of New Orleans. With influences from 60’s funk legends The Meters and Dr. John to more recent groups like Galactic and Trombone Shorty. BEFE (pronounced ‘beafy’) mixes many genres of funk, jazz and blues to create awesome grooves. The 9 member band includes a 3-piece horn section comprised of Andrew Benton (Sax), Kevin Tang (Trombone) and Ryan Naso (Trumpet). The rhythm section includes Reece Worth (Guitar), Eric Stephenson (Bass), Tyler Gibson (Keyboards/Organ), Ryan Davis (Drums), Jeffrey Kornblum (Percussion) and last but not least the mesmerizing Christopher Berry on Vocals.
When: Saturday, November 4th, 2017
Location: Ocean Park Hall (1577 – 128 St., Surrey, BC)
Doors at 7:00 pm, Show starts at 8:30 pm
Tickets: $20 CDN (19+ only, All drinks $5)
Retail locations for tickets:
- White Rock Beach Beer Company – 15181 Russell Ave, White Rock; Phone: 604-319-4378 Wednesday | 4 pm-8 pm Thursday | 4 pm-8 pm Friday | 4 pm-9 pm Saturday | 12 pm-8 pm; Sunday | 10 am-5 pm
- Seashore Music & Games – 1482 Johnston Rd., White Rock; Phone: 604.538.8332
- Semiahmoo Arts – South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre – 14601 – 20th Avenue, Surrey 9 am-5 pm Mon-Sat
Arts:
Artist Talk: “That’s Colored Pencil?”
Discover the amazing effects of colored pencil!
Meet artist Alison Philpott who’ll introduce you to the increasingly popular medium of colored pencil, an alternative to paint and brushes. In her talk, “That’s Coloured Pencil?” she will walk you through the process from inspiration to framing your piece and show you samples of her work, along with other artists’ styles.
There will be time for questions and conversation during and following the talk. Refreshments are provided. This event is presented by the Surrey Art Gallery Association in partnership with the Surrey Art Gallery, and with support from the Arts Council of Surrey.
Location: Surrey Art Gallery, 13750 88 Avenue
Date & Time: November 2, 2017; 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Contact:
604-501-5566
artgallery@surrey.ca
Kids and Family:
School’s Out Activities
School’s Out Activities – Friday, November 3, 2017
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: 4553287
Don Christian Recreation Centre
Registration Code: 4542571
Fraser Heights Recreation Centre
Registration Code: 4551067
Guildford Recreation Centre
Registration Code: 4553102
Newton Recreation Centre
Registration Code: 4551020
South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre
Registration Code: 4549093
Kids Who Cook
The pantry is open! Kids will learn to create a variety of healthy and fun foods and make their own recipe 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: 4550641
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: 4552307
Nature Discovery
Join us for a day of fun and discovery in nature! Get outside, play games, make eco-art and explore the natural setting in Green Timbers Park.
Surrey Nature Centre
9 am to 3 pm
Registration Code: 4544726
Public Meetings and Open Houses:
Regular Council Public Hearing Meeting
The public is invited to attend the Public Hearing meeting and speak to the following applications.
Location: City Hall Council Chambers
Date & Time: November 6, 2017; 7:00 PM
Contact:
City Clerk
clerks@surrey.ca
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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