October has landed. Time for you ghosts and ghouls to shed your summer skin and get spooky. Even with a number of COVID related cancellations, there is still lots happening this October. Make the most of these darker days and get in the Halloween spirit with these "S" rated events... "S" is for scary.
For those who love the supernatural, fall is the perfect season to explore the spooky spaces lurking around Victoria. Victoria's Ghostly Walks walking tours have been illuminating the darker side of Victoria's past for years.
"Our guides have collected more than five hundred tales of ghostly encounters in Victoria and have uncovered the sordid truth behind many of the city’s most gruesome crimes and tragic accidents. Ghostly Walks tours weave together Victoria’s ghosts and the stories behind them, bringing the dark history of our city to life." - Discover the Past - Ghostly Walks
If you're more of a DIY ghost hunter, you can choose your own haunted route with help from BC Mag's article on "Victoria's 15 Most Haunted Places". You can also check out the City's self-guided haunted heritage walking map or simply take a stroll down to Ross Bay Cemetery.
Michell's Farm by Itkasan Images
Take a stroll through Michell's Farm to find that perfect pumpkin to take home. The patch is open from Friday October 9th to Saturday October 31st 10-4:30. While you're there why not stock up on fresh veggies from Michell's Farm Market open 6 days a week from 9am-5pm!
Oceanview Estates
Ocean View Estates, better known as the home of the Saanichton Corn Maze, has officially opened the maze as of Oct. 1st! Wander in and try to find your way out OR dress up and test those iron nerves of yours at Fright Night October 23rd & 30th.
For those of you unfamiliar with Fright Night, it's a night (or two) in which Ocean View Estates fills their 4 acre property with evil clowns and mutilated zombies. Intended to be a step above the usual Halloween festivities in terms of scares, it is recommended no children under the age of 10 are permitted. ENTER TO WIN a pair of tickets here!
**Bonus: Guests from Enchanted Fables (Family-Friendly)**
Enchanted Fables
If you are looking for something extra to bring the whole family out, special guests from Enchanted Fables will be visiting the fields over the last three weekends of October (Sat-Sun 9:30am-2:00pm). However! Different guests will be hosting the meet and greet each weekend, so make sure to check all event details here to find out when your favourite princess or hero might be visiting!
Whether you plan on attending Fright Night, meeting the princesses, or just the perusing the regular corn maze, we recommend getting your tickets ASAP as they are expected to sell out fast!
Head to Cinecenta Theatre and catch Candyman, one of the most talked about horror movies of the year from producer Jordan Peele (Get Out). Cinecenta has a delightfully terrifying lineup of Halloween films happening throughout the rest of the month including some Hichcock classics! Find the full list of films and ENTER TO WIN movie passes here!
Galey Farms
If you're looking for the ultimate family-friendly Halloween experience, Galey Farms is for you. Complete with a miniature train, market, a 6,000 square foot haunted house (PG13), pumpkin patch AND corn maze, Galey Farm is the ultimate fall destination! Their Festival of Fear, including their haunted house CarnEvil, is open into the evenings from 6pm-10pm. For the most up to date information visit http://www.galeyfarms.net/
*Note all tickets for Galey Farms are to be purchased online!
**Bonus: NEW Singles Haunted Night (18+)**
For one night only on Oct 30th, you can purchase individual or all-inclusive packages to visit the Festival of Fear and meet other singles who enjoy Halloween as much as you do! Hosted externally by Fresh Connections, you can get a 10% discount if you're already a member! And, if you don't want the fun to end and want to broaden the fishbowl of opportunity, you can get a double or triple maze pass and head the next day to a new location!
Photo by Colin Smith
While the patrons and employees of the defunct University Heights Movie Theatre are a distant memory, the dark souls and evil spirits that used to feed off the fear and screams of the movie goers remain! Reserve your spot here.
Victoria's Theatre SKAM is bringing Halloween theatre to your doorstep with a pop-up delivery service! Choose between two stories, book the show, and Theatre SKAM will come to YOU with a portable stage in the back of a pick up truck! There are two October pop-up shows, both 15 minutes and both feature artistic shadow puppetry and evening storytelling suitable for all ages. You can book a show for your household, birthday, block party, community event, youth centre or family night – they do it all! Get more details here.
This show is a MUST this season for all things Dragtacular! Happening downtown at The Hallway, this show will have a costume contest complete with fun prizes, delicious food, and tasty drinks. Tickets are going fast, so make sure to lock yours in ASAP.
If you're missing the live performances of Rocky Horror in the midst of the Halloween season, this show is real treat! Taking place at the Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe, the show is a theatrical dance performance with a mix of skill ranges and ages. There will be spooks, horrors, and some entertaining adult content!
Annemarie Photography
After missing the 6th annual event last year, Wicked Victoria is able to make its appearance again this year! This weeklong event will take place on Humboldt St and Government St as per usual and begin on Sunday October 24th. Details are still being released, so stay tuned to their website here for more details!
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Happy Halloween Victoria!
