Autumn Activities in the Alberni Valley

Harvest Season Fun for Everyone

There is plenty of fall fun to be had in the Alberni Valley for all ages, and families too! We welcome cooler (yet sunny!) October days with cozy sweaters, warm apple cider, hikes in the forest admiring the changing leaves and watching the salmon jumping at Stamp Falls. Cruise the farmer markets for harvest bounty, find the perfect pumpkin for Halloween, or plan a little scary fun with a visit to the Haunted Mill! There are plenty of things to do in Port Alberni in October.

Things to do in Port Alberni in October

Arrowvale Pumpkin Patch Tours

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Find the perfect pumpkin! Whether carving a super-scary jack-o-lantern, creating a harvest centre piece or baking a delicious pie. Visit Arrowvale Farm for an afternoon of pumpkin hunting in the scenic fields. Open rain or shine, we recommend bringing boots, coats and umbrellas. There is a small admission fee for entry plus pumpkins for sale in the patch.

Where: Arrowvale Campground & Farm
Address: 5955 Hector RdPort Alberni, BC, V9Y 9E8 (map)
When: October 15th & 16th 10:30AM – 3:30PM
Contact: 250 723-7948 | Website

Shop Farmer’s Market Harvest

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Discover fresh local produce, beautiful hand-made items by local craftsmen and artisans, fresh baked goods and preserves. you will definitely be glad you came.

There are two farm markets with plenty of fall harvest fruits and vegetables to enjoy, visit one or both!

Spirit Square Farmers Market
Address: 5440 Argyle Street, Port Alberni (Map)
When: Every Saturday, 9:00AM – 12:00PM
Contact: (250) 723-6333 | Email | Facebook

Port Alberni Farmers’ Market
Address: 6211 Cherry Creek Rd. (Formerly Cherry Creek School), Port Alberni (Map)
When: Every Saturday, 9:00AM – 1:00PM
Contact: (250) 723-8351 | Email | Facebook

Naesgaard’s Farm & Market

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An Alberni Valley favourite, Naesgaard’s Farm & Market offers a uniquely interesting shopping experience. Known as Vancouver Island’s “Pot Sale” outlet, Naesgaard’s has the Island’s largest selection of clay pots offered in a variety of different glazes to suit any decor. They also offer produce picked fresh from their fields or from local suppliers, greenhouses boasting a wide variety of flowers and plants, gifts and fashion.

Address: 6211 Cherry Creek Rd. (Formerly Cherry Creek School), Port Alberni (Map)
When: Daily, 10:00AM – 5:30PM
Contact: 250 723-3622 | Email | Facebook | Website