October Events in the Alberni Valley
Celebrate Halloween with Family-Friendly Festivities!
Updated for 2025!
October in the Alberni Valley is full of creativity, community, and spooky fun. From train rides and costume parades to pumpkin patches and family fairs, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the season together. Whether you’re looking for a cozy outing or a fright-filled adventure, there’s something for everyone this Halloween.
Family and Community Events
PAACL Fun Fair — Wednesday, October 22, 4–6 PM at Glenwood Centre
Join the Port Alberni Association for Community Living for an evening of games, activities, and family fun. Entry is free, and the event celebrates Community Inclusion Month. Don’t miss the chance to grab a free $5 voucher for Cin City Donuts, who will be onsite serving their sweet treats.
Location: Glenwood Centre (map)
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The Haunting – ADAPS Fundraiser — Saturday, October 25, 3–9 PM at McLean Mill
For those who love a good scare, The Haunting returns to the McLean Mill Historic Park. This annual ADAPS fundraiser transforms the mill into a chilling Halloween experience, complete with eerie decor and ghostly surprises. Perfect for brave teens and adults!
Location: McLean Mill Historic Park (map)
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NTC & CYS Family Halloween — Friday, October 31, 2:30–4 PM at Nuučaan̓uł Nucii Gym
A fun afternoon for families featuring trick-or-treating, a costume parade, spooky freeze dance, prizes, and treats. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun and show off their costumes.
Location: 4841 Redford Street, Port Alberni (map)
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PAACL Halloween Dress-Up — Thursday, October 31, 9:30–11:30 AM at PAACL
A morning of Halloween dress-up fun for children (birth to age 5) and their siblings. This free, family-friendly gathering encourages creativity, costumes, and community play.
Location: 4521 Dogwood Street, Port Alberni (map)
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Alberni Pacific Railway: Spooky Hollow Express
Hop aboard for a kid-friendly Halloween train ride filled with light-hearted spooks, laughter, and crafts. This family event offers a fun way to celebrate the season while taking in the local charm of Spooky Hollow. Tickets available online and onsite: www.albernipacificrailway.ca
Location: Port Alberni Train Station: 3100 Kingsway Ave (map)
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Ongoing October Fun
Pumpkin Patch Tours at Arrowvale Campground
Weekends in October are for pumpkin picking and fall fun at Arrowvale Farm and Campground. Bring the family to choose your pumpkins and enjoy the fresh air, animals, and farm activities.
Location: Arrowvale Campground & Collins Farm (map)
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Free Halloween Swim — October 31
End the month with a splash! The City of Port Alberni’s free Halloween Swim offers themed games, prizes, and poolside fun for all ages. Costumes are welcome (just make sure they’re pool-safe!).
Location: Echo Aquatic Centre (map)
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Celebrate the Spirit of Halloween
October in the Alberni Valley is all about community and creativity. Whether you’re dancing, crafting, trick-or-treating, or catching a spooky train ride, there’s a way for everyone to join in. So, dust off your costumes and celebrate a safe, fun, and memorable Halloween right here in the Valley.