South of the Fraser: transit-friendly things to do this Thanksgiving weekend
South of the Fraser: transit-friendly things to do this Thanksgiving weekend
Pumpkin pie, mashed potatoes and gravy – ‘tis the season to be stuffed! Thanksgiving is this weekend, and we thought we’d help you decide what to do and where to go. A lot of the feedback you give is about things to do outside of Vancouver – Surrey, Delta, Langley, and Richmond.
So, this time, The Buzzer blog is pumped to help you carve out some fun South of the Fraser this weekend! Orange you pumped?!
Note: Event timings, locations, and prices may be subject to change. Check each event’s website for exact details.
Monday, Oct 8 is Thanksgiving Day! Bus, SkyTrain & SeaBus services will operate on a Sunday/holiday schedule. Holiday fares will be in effect, you only need a one-zone fare to travel across all zones! West Coast Express will not operate. http://ow.ly/BPrj30lAPOO
Potter’s House of Horrors
Location: 12530, 72nd Avenue Surrey
Transit: Buses 301, 319
Lovers of all things horror – this is your dream come true! This ultra-spooky haunted house with many shocking surprises awaits you. Not for the faint-hearted. They also have a mini haunted houses for children 12 and under.
Cranberry Festival
Location: 23433 Mavis Avenue, Fort Langley Natural Historic Site
Transit: 562
This family-friendly festival celebrates all things cranberries with the aim to teach the history of cranberries by Indigenous people. Take part in farm-related games, and walk around the marketplace to sample produce, and buy gorgeous jewellery.
Salamander Searchers
Location: Belcarra Regional Park
Transit: Bus 182
Kids who love nature will appreciate this slithery search that aims to teach kids about amphibians – especially those that hide by day and hunt at night.
Thanksgiving Tea
Location: London Heritage Farm, 6511 Dyke Road, Richmond
Transit: Bus 402
Tea lovers can head to this thanksgiving-themed team in a country-style tea room where you can enjoy your cuppa with homemade scones, and other baked treats.
Port Moody Oktoberfest
Location: 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody
Transit: Millennium Line, Buses 160, 182
The Port Moody Oktoberfest claims to bring the authentic Bavarian Oktoberfest to Port Moody. Enjoy Schnitzel, bratwurst, pretzels and hurricane potatoes, and a number of family-friendly activities.
Richmond Night Market
Location: 8351 River Road, Richmond
Transit: Canada Line, Bus 480
This Monday is the last day of this brilliant night market, so go check it out before it’s too late! Taste international food – more than 500 food choices, live music, dance, martial arts, and so much more. Did you know Vancouver actor Seth Rogen is a fan? Take the Canada Line along its scenic route, snap some Instagram-worthy photos, and share with us using #MyTransLink.
If you are visiting any of these events on Friday Oct 5, remember – It’s the last day of I Love Transit Week, and kids K-12 ride the bus for FREE!
Want to share your photos with us from these events? Simply follow us on Twitter and Instagram, tag us, and use the hashtag #MyTransLink.
Author: Tanushree Pillai
Surrey’ buses are always not on time. I was waiting one hour to take bus 335 from 5pm to 6 pm on Sep 24, it should come every 15 minutes .