Taves Family Farms Applebarn: Abbotsford

Overview:
One farm quickly grew to a few, and now we harvest everything from apples to heirloom tomatoes to pumpkins. We decided to share our gifts by creating an agritourism attraction called the Applebarn. Every September, our communities tell us that they eagerly wait for the doors to open so they can pick their own apples or bring their families out for some fall family entertainment!

Thoughts:
This is a great place for a variety of reasons.  Farm fresh produce, U-Pick fruit, family attractions and fun,  this place has it all.  The attractions were targeted more for the smaller kids with a petting zoo, bouncy castle, swings/park, push tractors and slides, but older kids will also have a blast with the corn maze, bouncing pillow, or corn/pumpkin cannon.

The store had a few fruits and vegetables or farm fresh cider for sale, as well as local honey.

If you are going to get some local fruits and vegetables then there is always something else you can do while there but, to visit for a couple of hours it is definitely geared more towards kids 10 and under.

Pros:
Lots to do and see for the little kids and some stuff for older kids too.  I like that it is not just an attraction but also a local market as well.  Decently priced.

Cons:
Parking was a bit confusing with 3 lots and no one directing traffic,  had to circle the lot a couple of times to find a spot.

Price:
Children (2 and under) FREE
Children (3-17 years of age) $7.00
Adults (18 yrs and older) $5.50
Senior (65 yrs and older) $4.50
Family (2 adults and 2 or more children) $24.50

Hayride $2.00/person
Corn Gun $2.50/3 shots
Pumpkin Cannon $5.00/shot
Ponyride $5.00/person

Hours:
August 6 – August 31: Friday to Sunday (10:30 am to 5:30 pm)  
September 1 - October 31: Seven Days a Week (9:00 am to 5:30 pm)
October 10- October 26: Extended Hours! Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays until 7:00 pm
November 1 – December 22: Thursday to Saturday (10:00 am to 5:00 pm)
Open all Statutory Holidays!

Contact Information:
333 Gladwin Rd
Abbotsford, BC
V2T 5Y1

Phone: 604.853.3108
Toll Free: 1.888.345.0193
Fax: 1.888.345.8972

Website: http://www.tavesfamilyfarms.com/
Email: info@tavesfamilyfarms.com

Fright Nights at Playland: Vancouver

Overview:
Western Canada’s Scariest Haunt. Face your fears. Fright Nights possesses Playland from October 11 to November 2 and features 6 fright houses, 12 rides, and the freaky sideshow, The Monsters of Schlock.

Thoughts:
I personally have not gone but have heard good things about this attraction.  Apparently it is a little scary for younger kids and not recommended for children under 12.  Times and costs vary and you need to purchase your tickets for the days you wish to go.

If you go please leave a review of it in the comments section.

Price:
7pm-11pm
Admission: Gate $25, Online $22
Fast Pass: Gate $50, Online $44

7pm-Midnight
Admission: Gate $30, Online $27
Fast Pass: Gate $60, Online $54

7pm-1am
Admission: Gate $35, Online $32
Fast Pass: Gate $70, Online $64

Contact Information:
E Hastings St & Windermere St
Vancouver, BC
V5K 5J3

Phone: 604-253-2311

Website: http://www.frightnights.ca
Email: info@pne.ca