After limited activities the past two years due to the pandemic, Halloween fun is back in a big way with a number of events throughout Delta including an inaugural fundraiser to support KinVillage.
The South Delta Community Impact Committee (SDCIC) presents Cheers for Fears on Saturday, Oct. 29 at the KinVillage Community Centre in Tsawwassen. The red carpet Halloween bash will donate 100 percent of all proceeds to the redevelopment and expansion of KinVillage housing and care facilities.
Created to target the early millennials of South Delta, ‘Cheers for Fears’ aims to break the stigma around senior care by highlighting the importance of direct support to those golden-aged in the community.
“We are so grateful for organizations like the South Delta Community Impact Committee for supporting our much needed redevelopment project and contributing to the health and well-being of our current and future residents,” says Dan Levitt, CEO of KinVillage
‘Cheers for Fears’ aims to elevate the typical fundraiser experience with special attractions that include draft beer courtesy of Britannia Brewing, charcuterie by Picnic Platters, gourmet canapés by Chef Adrian of Buenos Dias Cafe, a billiard zone, and even an exclusive cigar and scotch tasting lounge.
In addition, a curated silent auction, 50/50 draw and door prize giveaways will be unveiled throughout the evening while guests dance the night away to the party sounds of DJ Gab.
Tickets are $50 and available for purchase through Eventbrite.ca.
Here’s a look at some of other events being held throughout the city:
Saturday, Oct. 22
Delta Literary Arts Society’s Killer Verse: Night of Literary Terror
This production, featuring actors, costumed narrators, creepy music, and a couple of eery films will haunt the North Delta Centre for the Arts on Saturday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m.
“Halloween is always geared towards children, so it’s fun to have an event strictly for an adult audience,” says Angela Rebrec, president of the Delta Literary Arts Society.
Guests this year will be able to enjoy a beer or cider as the Society is thrilled to be featuring the team from Barnside Brewing.
The event will present new fiction and poetry from horror writers across the continent, including performances by local actors.
“This show is definitely for mature audiences,” warns Rebrec.
Tickets for Killer Verse are available through Eventbrite or via email at [email protected].
Delta Pride Society’s Halloween Dance
This is a family friendly event for all ages! Come dressed in your best costume and celebrate this spooky and fun season together! It takes place at the South Delta Recreation Centre Hall from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Entry is $5. There will be snacks and drinks for sale and a prize for best costume.
Tuesday, Oct. 25
North Delta Fright Fest
Presented by the City of Delta, fun activities for the entire family to celebrate Halloween including a Haunted House, Roaming rascals, digital photo booth, face painting and Halloween crafts. It runs from 4 to 8 p.m. at the North Delta Recreation Centre and North Delta Centre for the Arts. The North Delta Lions Club will also be hosting a barbecue.
Wednesday, Oct. 26
City of Delta Halloween Skate and Costume Party
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the South Delta Recreation Centre.
Thursday, Oct. 27
Ladner Fright Fest
This immensely popular event makes its return to the Ladner Community Centre from 4 to 8 p.m. Activities include a Haunted House (open from 6 to 8 p.m.), Roaming rascals, Sensory Room, digital photo booth, face painting, story time, trick-or-treating around the McKee Seniors Recreation Centre, a bouncy castle and a flash mob-style dance performances. There will be plenty of food too.
Saturday, Oct. 29
Spooky Tales
A ticketed event aimed at ages 16-to-21, the program involves spooky tales, open mic format and characters walking the space. It takes place at the North Delta Centre of Arts starting at 7 p.m.
City of Delta Halloween Skate and Costume Party
1 to 2:15 p.m. at Sungod Arena
6:15 to 7:30 p.m. at Ladner Leisure Centre
Sunday, Oct. 30
City of Delta Halloween Skate and Costume Party
3 to 4:30 p.m. at North Delta Recreation Centre
Monday, October 31
Halloween Horror Delta
5674 Grove Avenue, Ladner
Celebrating its 20th year, Local Mistress of Darkness Robyn Balabanov presents the latest incarnation of Halloween Horror Delta that has been months in the making.
The free display will be open for visitors between 6 and 9 p.m. with donations to the Delta Firefighters Charitable Society being collected.
Treats will also be given out to all trick-or-treaters.
Visit the www.horrordelta.com website to learn more about this year’s displays.
