The 3rd annual Puzzle Swap and Sale is happening on Oct 18th from 10:00-12:00pm. Drop off your gently loved puzzles at Arrow Wood Games between Oct 1st - Oct 17th, and receive one token per puzzle. Each token can be used to trade for a new puzzle. As an added bonus, select new puzzles will be up to 50% off in store on Puzzle Swap day!

There is also a Puzzle Contest and Social on Oct 24th. This is a casual contest where most prizes are awarded by draw, so there is less pressure to be the fastest team. Join Arrow Wood Games for coffee, tea, friends and puzzles.

A staple during fall (and beyond!) is the Sunday Roast at the Backyard. Coming with a plate sized yorkie, and all the trimmings, it will hit the spot on those chilly days.

Conveniently, The Backyard also hosts live music every Sunday. Make sure to check out our Event Calendar to familiarize yourself with the artist joining.

Note: Sunday Roast officially starts October 11.

From October 16 - 31, The BAG is bringing back the spookiest Haunted House of BC. Bring all your friends, and venture through the art gallery. Will you make it to the end without screaming?

Click here to get your Haunted House tickets. Note that this event does sell out every year.

Then, on October 31 only, The BAG will bring the spooky vibes to the dancefloor with their yearly returning Halloween party.

Get ready for Britannia: Monsters, Machines & Mischief! on October 17–18 and 24–25, where families can explore the fascinating world of mining through monster machines, hands-on activities, live science demonstrations and spooky underground adventures. Meet six larger-than-life monster machines, investigate mysterious malfunctions on special Halloween underground train tours, and discover how real mining technology, teamwork and ingenuity kept Britannia operating. Get ready for explosive pumpkin science, magnetic slime, the BOOM! special effects show and plenty of mischievous surprises along the way. Plus, hunt for hidden treasures with gold panning and explore the Museum’s exhibits at the Britannia Story and Beaty Lundin Visitor Centre.

Pumpkin Spice Latte (Available during the month of October) 

• A fall favorite featuring rich espresso, creamy milk and warm pumpkin spice, topped with whipped cream for the perfect seasonal treat!

• 12oz - $6.25

• 16oz - $7.50

Monster Hot Chocolate (Available only on October 17 | 18 and October 24 | 25) 

• A monstrously delicious blend of white chocolate and pumpkin spice, topped with whipped cream and playful monster sprinkles - available hot or cold

• 12oz - $6.25

• 16oz - $7.50

Cloudburst is ready for fall with some freshly made fall favourites served in a mug. 

Pumpkin Spice Latte - Real pumpkin and warm fall spices in creamy, freshly pulled espresso, topped with fluffy whipped cream

Cinnamon Roll Latte - Canadian maple, caramel, and a hint of cinnamon in creamy espresso, topped with fluffy whipped cream.

Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew - Slow-steeped cold brew, crowned with velvety homemade pumpkin cream.

Apple Pie Chai Latte - Baked apple with cinnamon and brown sugar, spiced chai with steamed milk.

All drinks are priced between $6.85 - $7.10

Handbuild Fall Leaf Mug

Make-A-Mug class with a twist - imprint your mug with the textures of the season by bringing in your own foliage, or using the leaves provided! 

Friday, October 9, 2026, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Saturday, October 17, 2026, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Saturday, October 24, 2026, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

$75

Carve a Jack-o-Lantern

Create two custom jack-o-lantern tealight holders by carving faces, shapes and designs into our pumpkin forms. Then use underglaze to add pops of colour and highlights. 

Saturday, October 10, 2026, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Sunday, October 11, 2026, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Sunday, October 18, 2026, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Saturday, October 31, 2026, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

$75

Throw a Pumpkin!

Learn to throw a pumpkin on the wheel by utilising and altering enclosed forms. Perfect for potters looking to learn a new fun trick! 

Wheel experience required.

Sunday, October 11, 2026, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Sunday, October 18, 2026, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

$80

Think your traditional Pumpkin Spice Latte, reinvented!

This creation Fergie's Cafe is offering for a limited time is made with North Arm Farm pumpkin puree (really!), espresso, pumpkin caramel, whipped cream and cinnamon.

Price: $8.00

Celebrate the beauty of fall with seasonal bouquets from FLEURESCENT! Featuring rich autumn hues, gorgeous textures + fresh seasonal blooms, our bouquets are the perfect way to bring a little fall magic home. 

Dive in pumpkin season with these delightful new menu items, for a limited time only.

Specialty Drinks:
- Pumpkin Spice latte ($6-$7) 
- Pumpkin spice white hot chocolate ($4.75-$5.75) 

Specialty doughnuts throughout October:
- pumpkin cheesecake berliner ($6) : naturally leavened brioche doughnut filled with a pumpkin cheesecake filling, glazed with vanilla glaze and graham crumb topping
- Vegan Pumpkin spice latte cake doughnut ($4.25) : vegan pumpkin spiced cake dough, glazed with latte glaze and topped with vanilla buttercream and cinnamon
- GF pumpkin spice doughnut ($4): gluten friendly pumpkin spiced dough, glazed with latte glaze and topped with vanilla buttercream and cinnamon

Try them all, if you can.

Think the New Orleans Sazerac classic, but with a fall twist. The Pumpkin Spice Sazerac is made with Brandy and "Baba Yaga Absinthe" from Arbutus Distillery in Nanaimo, and pumpkin spice syrup.

Brandy brings a rich, smooth base, layered with warming pumpkin spice syrup and the aromatic anise punch of Absinthe. Bold and spirit-forward, with just enough sweetness to round out the spice.

Come get your pumpkin directly from Hop Creeek farm!

Also, from October 24-31, Hop Creek Farms is organizing a Scavenger hunt for the kids, with small treats for grabs for completing.

brewed with real pumpkin, nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger & cloves, it’s fall in a can. 

Be sure to check out their Thursday Trivia nights that have also returned- weekly on Thursdays at @ 7:30pm!

Spend a fall day at Lavendel Farm on October 17 with pumpkin picking and family-friendly farm fun!

Savour the flavours of fall with Pepe's Baked Apple Strudel. Golden Delicious apples, cinnamon and hazelnuts wrapped in pastry, topped with burnt caramel sauce and served with vanilla bean ice cream. A classic dessert and a lovely way to finish an autumn evening in Squamish.

A Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte is the perfect drink to warm up with after a day outside exploring Squamish.

Available in three sizes: 8 oz, 12 oz, and 16 oz.

Price - Starting at $5.60. Alt milk available: +$0.85

Can be made dirty +2 shots of espresso : +$1.60

From October 3 - 31:

Cursed Canyon 

This Halloween season, discover what’s hiding in the rainforest. Wander the elevated boardwalk, take in the changing colours of the forest, and keep your eyes peeled for a little Halloween magic along the way.

Every Saturday in October at 12:00:

Movies on the boardwalk

Settle in for a little spooky-season fun with a Halloween classic showing in the Forest Lounge. Bring the family, grab a seat and enjoy a movie surrounded by the rainforest.

October 31st:

Trick-or-treating 

Boardwalk Surprise - Two special prizes will be hidden somewhere along the boardwalk. Find the pumpkin first and it could be yours! Winners must be wearing a costume to redeem their prize.

Whimsical Witchery: New Moon in Libra
Use the energy of the new moon in Libra to re-energize your relationships and make a spell jar. This is cozy crafting combined with setting intentions for your relationships going into the fall season.
$35 - 6:30pm on Friday October 9.

Register here.

Learn to Knit Socks 
Take the next step into your knitting journey with knitting socks from the toe-up. Hand-knit socks are such a joy and a fun project to take on the go. 
$60 - 9am on Saturdays - October 10th, 17 and 24. 

Register here.

Learn to Crochet at Sweet Threads
Make a facecloth and learn the techniques to start your crochet journey. This is the perfect beginner project - simple, cute, and very functional. 
$60 - 6:30pm on Tuesday Oct 13, 20 and 27.

Register here.

What to expect at Trickster's Hideout this October:

October 18: Pumpkin Carving and Industry night.

October 22: Rocky Horror Picture Show.

October 31: Random Collective Records Presents: Freak House- a Halloween Dance Seance

For more information, and to get your tickets sorted, visit their website here.

This fall, Zephyr @ The BAG is bringing all the specials to the table! You might have to schedule multiple trips to try them all...

Fall drink specials:

• Chilli Mocha
• Dulce de leche latte
• Turmeric latte
• Pumpkin spice latte
• Cardamom latte
• Cardamom Fog

Fall food specials:

• Chilli dog with fries
• Picanha (top sirloin) steak and garlic herb parm fries 
• Fish and chips
• Chicken 1lb wings choice of Korean chicken, ranch, garlic parm, aioli.
• Poutine - Cajun Fries, cheese curd, gravy
• No MOO Burger - Plant based 3oz double smashed patties, garlic aioli, cheddar, tomato, lettuce.