Things to Do in Richmond, BC This Fall

When fall arrives, Richmond’s landscape takes on warmer hues, while the milder weather makes it a season for lingering outdoors—wandering the trails, watching the skies for migrating birds and getting a taste of the region’s agricultural roots. And even when the rain inevitably settles in later in the season, there are still plenty of ways to keep exploring. From seasonal traditions and wildlife encounters to entertaining indoor diversions, fall offers a chance to slow down and discover another side of Richmond.

Follow the birds along the Pacific Flyway

The city’s wetlands, waterways, mudflats and open fields sit along the Pacific Flyway, a major migration corridor stretching along the western edge of North and South America. Each fall, birds follow this route south from their northern breeding grounds, making Richmond an important stopover and giving you plenty of opportunities to watch migration unfold across the city. 

Head to Iona Beach Regional Park, where the Fraser River meets the Strait of Georgia, and follow the shoreline with binoculars in hand. More than 300 bird species have been recorded here during fall migration, from western sandpipers and greater yellowlegs to great blue herons, bald eagles and cedar waxwings.

For another glimpse of Richmond’s birdlife, wander the paths that crisscross Terra Nova Rural Park, a 63-acre patchwork of ponds, sloughs and community gardens where migrating and resident birds find food and shelter. Take your time along the trails and viewing platforms, keeping an eye out for red-tailed hawks, barn swallows and song sparrows.

Take in Richmond’s fall colours

Come fall, Richmond’s maple, oak, willow and chestnut trees create pockets of fiery reds, warm golds and russet tones across the city, turning walks through parks, along neighbourhood streets and along the Steveston waterfront into something a little more scenic.

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Start at Richmond Nature Park, where five kilometres of trails wind through 200 acres of bog, forest and wetland. There’s another reason to linger here in fall: the changing season brings owls and northern migratory birds to the park, with more than 100 resident and migratory species recorded here. 

For a waterfront stroll, make your way to Garry Point Park in Steveston. Its roughly 75 acres of gently rolling grassland and Akebono cherry trees stretch toward the shoreline, with views across the water to the Gulf Islands. Here, admiring the fall colours can easily become part of a longer Steveston wander: stroll through the park, explore the historic fishing village, then settle in for dinner by the water as the sun begins to set.

Get a taste of Richmond’s farming roots

Each fall, Richmond’s agricultural roots take centre stage, with pumpkin patches, apple orchards and farmers’ markets offering plenty of ways to embrace the season.

For a classic fall outing, make your way to family-owned Richmond Country Farms, where the annual pumpkin patch has become a beloved tradition. From late September through October, climb aboard a traditional hay wagon and trundle out to the fields in search of the perfect pumpkin to take home. Get lost in the corn maze, grab a bite from the food trucks, and, on weekends and holidays, listen to live music that adds to the festive atmosphere. Before you leave, stop by the animal enclosures to meet the farm’s resident llamas, donkeys, horses and goats, then browse the farmstand-style produce market for goods grown right here.

For a quieter way to experience the harvest season, go apple picking at Cherry Lane Farm. Open on weekends and holidays, you’ll find different varieties as the season unfolds, including Gravenstein, crab and Van Der Pol apples.

Or simply let someone else do the picking and shop the Kwantlen Farmers’ Market, held Tuesdays from roughly May through December. Fall brings a colourful mix of seasonal produce, including brussels sprouts, cranberries, pears and beets. Pick up baked goods from vendors such as A Bread Affair and Tea Time Bakes, or come hungry for hot offerings from The Crust Experimental Pizza and Angkor Harvest.

Make a rainy day part of the plan

Don’t let Richmond’s sometimes wet fall weather derail your plans.

If you’re travelling with kids, turn a dreary afternoon into a chance to play at 365 Fundays Theme Park. The indoor attraction has plenty to keep little ones moving, with a jungle-themed playground, large slides, a trampoline and laser tag all under one roof.

For a more active outing, put your athletic skills to the test at the Richmond Olympic Experience at the Richmond Olympic Oval and see how you measure up to professional athletes. Housed in the former speed-skating venue for the 2010 Olympic Winter Games, the experience combines Olympic memorabilia with interactive challenges and sports simulators inspired by activities such as kayaking, bobsleigh and sit-skiing.

Or slow the pace and build an evening around the arts with a show at the Gateway Theatre, a professional theatre company that has grown from a community theatre into a lively arts hub, with a calendar that moves between plays, musical productions and community programming.

Last Updated on September 22, 2026 by Tourism Richmond