City of Surrey Fall 2026 Recreation Guide

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DROP-IN Events Filipino Fest Saturday, September 12 11am–4pm Come celebrate Filipino culture at Museum of Surrey with performances, vendors, crafts, textile displays, and a Tagalog and English storytelling session. Textile Dye Garden Open House Saturday, October 3 1pm–4pm Learn about local and Indigenous plants used for textiles and dyeing. See samples, tour the garden and watch demonstrations of spinning and weaving. All Ages BOO-seum! Saturday, October 24 1pm–4pm Celebrate a spook-tacular Halloween. Have a hauntingly fun afternoon with sustainable crafts, ghostly games and visits with Raj the Raccoon, dressed in his Halloween best. FEATURE GALLERY The Many Layers of Hair October 15, 2026 – April 25, 2027 Explore the relationship between hair and identity – untangling a long history of tradition, social acceptance, discrimination, resistance and self-expression. This interactive exhibit will showcase historic and intercultural stories to help visitors connect with each other through the shared yet diverse human experience of hair.

REGISTERED Sto:lo Tools & Implements of Yesterday Explore items created from

Sensory Trick or Treat Friday, October 30 4pm–8pm Join us for silly Halloween fun! No scares, no pressure, just treats, crafts, activities and more. Costumes optional.The sensory friendly room and sensory kits will be available. Don’t forget your trick or treat bag or container. stalew Craft Fair Saturday, December 5 10am–4pm Browse a wide selection of local vendors selling handmade items perfect for your Christmas list. Merry Makers Saturday, December 12 1pm–4pm Partnering with Simon Fraser University Outreach, families will join the maker movement by participating in STEAM activities and creating take home crafts. INDIGENOUS HALL GALLERY Where are the Children? Healing the Legacy of Residential Schools August 18 – December 19, 2026 This Legacy of Hope Foundation exhibition uses archival photographs and documents to tell the story of the 125-year history of the Residential School System. Photographs, text panels and artifacts move the witness through the process of leaving home and arriving at school, to school activities and being part of a classroom.

Explore the vibrant, interactive and ever changing Museum of Surrey, your free local venue for wonder, dialogue and fun for the whole family.

materials such as stone, bone, wood, shell and antlers. Guess what each item is composed of and used for. Led by Karen Gabriel - Kwantlen First Nation. CLOVERDALE 1 Session $37.50 8–12yrs Sa 1pm–2pm Sep 26 00535665 Fashions from the Days of Jane Austen Join fashion historian, Ivan Sayers, as he celebrates the 250th anniversary of celebrated author Jane Austen. See a slide show presentation and a selection of actual garments from 1775-1817 CLOVERDALE 1 Session $20 19yrs+ Sa 1pm–2:30pm Oct 17 00525219

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Heritage Campus in Cloverdale @MuseumofSurrey

Tuesday to Saturday

9:30am–5:30pm 12pm–5pm

Sunday

Monday and statutory holidays

Closed

Seasonal Closure December 20, 2026 – January 18, 2027

TD EXPLORE ZONE This area offers interactive learning through fun activities, teaching kids about Surrey's environments and sustainability. Drop-in during Museum hours.

Fall Exhibits

COMMUNITY TREASURES GALLERY Awakening the Boundless August 4 – December 19, 2026 Awakening the Boundless is an exhibition that invites visitors to explore the world inside themselves. Surrey artist Haisha Shahalimi uses striking mixed materials, finishes, and lighting to bring ideas of humanity and the universe into everyday life. Be inspired by Haisha’s journey as a new artist and consider the possibilities that exist within all of us.

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We have registered programs for all ages. Check in the Arts section and the General Interest section.

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