What's Happening in the Month of October.

Getting to know a community includes enjoying what happens beyond the property listings. Here are a few seasonal activities around Greater Victoria as we head towards Halloween.

October 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 and 31: Pumpkinfest at Galey Farm, Saanich

Enjoy train and wagon rides, a corn maze, a pumpkin patch and a children's haunted house. Pumpkins are available to purchase separately.

Pumpkinfest event details

October 19 to 31, selected dates: Halloween at Greater Victoria Public Library

Greater Victoria Public Library branches are offering seasonal storytimes and activities, including Batwings & Broomsticks for children and Tales of Terror for adults. Check the branch schedule for dates and times.

Halloween library program details

October 24 and 25: Halloween Market YYJ, Victoria

Browse handmade creations at the da Vinci Centre, 195 Bay Street. General shopping hours are Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. General admission is $5, with free admission for children 12 and under.

Halloween Market YYJ event details

October 25: Wicked Victoria, downtown Victoria

Put on a costume and head to Government Street for a free family festival featuring entertainment, vendors, children's activities and treats.

Wicked Victoria event details

October 31, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Witchcrafted Halloween Market, Saanich

Visit Prospect Lake Community Hall, 5358 Sparton Road, for an artisan marketplace, children's activities, Halloween treats and a food truck. Admission is free.

Witchcrafted Halloween Market event details

October 31, 4:30 to 6 p.m.: Treat Street Halloween Spooktacular, Sidney

Beacon Avenue becomes car-free for a community trick-or-treating celebration. Bring the kids in costume and enjoy Halloween in downtown Sidney.

Treat Street Sidney event details

Check the linked event pages before heading out for current schedules, tickets and availability.