OCTOBER 17-18, 2026
2026 PUMPKIN PATCH FESTIVAL
Mark your calendar for Vandula Farms' biggest event of the year! Join us for a weekend of wholesome community event, while supporting a meaningful cause that's worth celebrating!
General Admission: FREE
*Halloween Pet Parade & Pumpkin Carving Contest requires advanced registration.
Our Pumpkin Festival is a fundraising event supporting the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.
OCTOBER 17 (saturday)
10AM - 4PM
MARKET POP-UP
Delight yourself to discover and shop from our dynamic lineup of local artisan vendors showcasing their unique crafts and talents!
Show your local love and join us to support this exciting weekend of Festival Market Pop-Up
Limited Spaces available for our 2026 Pumpkin Festival.
October 17 (Sunday)
3PM - 4pm
HALOWEEN PET PARADE
Bring your costumed pet to strut their stuff at our Pumpkin Patch Festival!
📅 Sunday, October 18
🏆 Over $1000 prizes to be won!
• Most Creative Costume
• Funniest Costume
• Best Pet & Owner Duo
• People's Choice Award
Owners who dress up with their pets may increase their chances of winning!
Please use the link below to register today!
october 18 (sunday)
the great PUMPKIN CARVE-OFF
Show off your creativity and transform an ordinary pumpkin into a masterpiece!
Whether you're carving a spooky face, a silly character, or a one-of-a-kind design, gather your family, bring your imagination, and join the fun at our Pumpkin Patch Festival.
📅 Sunday, October 18
🏆 Over $1000 Prizes to be won!
• Most Creative
• Best Family Creation
• Funniest Design
• People's Choice Award
Register today!
OCTOBER 17-18
11AM - 4PM
FOOD TRUCKS
Bring your appetite to enjoy the exciting food flavours from our local food trucks while you soak in the festive atmosphere!
From savory bites to sweet treats, there’s something delicious for everyone!
Dos Amigos (October 17)
Cravings Coffee (October 18)
Pork Mafia (October 18)
OCTOBER 17-18
10AM - 5PM
tractor hayride
Pack your boots and step into our charming Hayride Wagon adventure and harvest as many pumpkins as your heart desires, making this season a Fall one to remember.
2026 Tractor Hayride Fee - $5 per person
*Please Note: All Proceeds from the Tractor Hayrides will be donated to the BC Children's Hospital Foundation.
October 17 (Saturday)
BALLOON ART
Watch your little ones' faces light up with joy as our talented artists work their magic with balloon twisting and face painting. 🎈🎨
* Balloon Art Sales proceeds will be donated to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.
OCTOBER 18 (Sunday)
FACE PAINTING
Delight your little ones with some awesome Face Painting that will bring smiles to their faces and make for unforgettable memories of the pumpkin season.
And that's not all—hope on a hayride with the whole family and soak in the seasonal magic together!
*Face Painting Sales Proceeds will be donated to the BC Children's Hospital Foundation.
October 17 (Saturday)
12 NOON - 3pm
MEET THE OWL
Come and meet the OWL!
OWL Rehabilitation Society is a non-profit organization committed to saving injured and orphaned raptors.
Their team of dedicated volunteers work hard to nurse these majestic creatures back to health and set them free again.
Meet one of their raptors and help us support OWL's mission to protect and conserve these amazing creatures!
Meet The OWL: Open to General Public
NO ADMISSION FEE
October 18 (Sunday)
1PM - 4pm
MEET THE NEST
Spend an afternoon with us and meet the amazing team of The Nest Companion Bird Care & Rehabilitation Society!
Learn about their mission in rescuing and providing our feathered friends the best life they deserve.
Come and meet some of their resident birds in-person and get to know their individual stories, care needs and their charming personalities!
Meet the Nest: Open to General Public
NO ADMISSION FEE
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP
Build goodwill and promote to our large community!
As a corporate sponsor, you'll be joining hands with us in supporting the BC Children's Hospital Foundation, making a positive difference in the lives of children and their families.
For Sponsorship details, please contact: brent@vandulafarms.com OR nursery@vandulafarms.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
PUMPKIN PATCH FESTIVAL
General Admission is FREE! However, there will be paid activities at the festival such Hayrides, Face Painting, etc.
NO. For the safety of all our guests and their pets, dogs will not be allowed in the pumpkin patch. However, leashed dogs are welcome in the greenhouses and other festival areas. Please note that dogs are not permitted inside the produce market.
Our pumpkins are priced based on their weight. Carving pumpkins start at $0.49 per pound. Additionally, we have a wide selection of pre-picked pumpkins available for sale throughout the festival.
YES. We offer ample FREE parking within the farm grounds. Please note that parking can get busy between 1PM -3PM, so we can encourage our guests to arrive early to secure a spot.
YES. With the exception of the hayride, all event attractions are located in covered areas. There will be limited seating areas inside the greenhouses where you can dine-in and enjoy your meals from the food trucks.
YES. We provide portable public washrooms onsite, equipped with handwashing stations for your convenience.
Only the farm market and greenhouses are wheelchair accessible. Pumpkin Patch and portable washrooms ARE NOT wheelchair-friendly.