Bwoohhahahaha… Dorval is getting spooky. The City of Dorval has lined up a whole slate of free Halloween activities for young and old alike, running from mid-October right through to the start of November, including a brand-new costume dance party for adults.
Here’s a look at what’s on, and when.
Halloween Schedule at a Glance
- Oct. 17 to Nov. 1: Cabinet of Curiosities: Forgotten Wonders exhibition, Peter B. Yeomans Cultural Centre
- Oct. 23 to 29: Halloween-themed Dorval Aquatic and Sports Complex, with treats for kids 12 and under
- Fri., Oct. 23: Screening of Death Becomes Her, Dorval Library
- Sat., Oct. 24, 1 to 4 p.m.: Special Halloween day at the Cabinet of Curiosities exhibition
- Sat., Oct. 24: “Electrifying Kiosk – Watt’s Up?”, Dorval Library
- Sat., Oct. 24, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.: The Farewell Ball, Sarto-Desnoyers Community Centre
- Sun., Oct. 25: “Halloween on Ice,” Westwood Sports Centre
Cabinet of Curiosities: Forgotten Wonders
The Cabinet of Curiosities: Forgotten Wonders exhibition runs from October 17 to November 1 at the Peter B. Yeomans Cultural Centre (1401 chemin du Bord-du-Lac–Lakeshore).
On Saturday, October 24, from 1 to 4 p.m., the exhibition hosts a special day devoted to uncovering the unexpected mysteries of Halloween.
A Spooky Swim at the Aquatic Complex
From October 23 to 29, the Dorval Aquatic and Sports Complex (1295 Dawson Avenue) will be decked out in Halloween decorations. All children 12 and under who come for swimming lessons, recreational swimming, or open activities in the gymnasium will receive a loot bag. They can also enter their name in a draw for a special jar of candies.
The Farewell Ball: A New Event for Adults
For braver adults, the City is introducing a new event this year: The Farewell Ball, on Saturday, October 24, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Sarto-Desnoyers Community Centre (1335 chemin du Bord-du-Lac–Lakeshore).
The free dance party features entertainment and a DJ, snacks, a cash bar, prizes for the best costumes, and “many spooky surprises.” Reservation is required.
More Halloween Activities
Halloween fanatics have a few more things to put on the calendar:
- “Halloween on Ice” on October 25 at the Westwood Sports Centre
- “Electrifying Kiosk – Watt’s Up?” on October 24 at the Dorval Library
- A screening of Death Becomes Her on October 23 at the Dorval Library
More Information
All of the City of Dorval’s Halloween activities are free. For full details, including how to reserve for The Farewell Ball, visit city.dorval.qc.ca.
