Happy Saturday, Surrey!
We’re stepping into October, which means cozy fall markets, Halloween prep, and some exciting community events. Surrey’s calendar is buzzing, and the city just announced big plans for one of our most iconic community spaces.
Here’s what’s inside today’s edition:
More towers coming to Downtown
Tackling big sewer problems
Cloverdale Heritage Railways recording breaking year
15+ Local Events This Weekend (Markets, Comedy, & Family Fun!)
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News
Big Towers Coming to Downtown Surrey?
Artist's conception of two-tower project for northwest corner of 108 Avenue and King George Boulevard.Image surrey.ca
Two huge building projects could soon change Surrey’s skyline. One plan is for two tall towers at 108 Avenue and King George Boulevard. If approved, they’ll have 879 homes, plus stores and offices, ready by 2030.
Another plan would add four towers near University Drive, bringing 1,800 more homes. Both projects will be talked about at a public hearing on Oct. 20 at City Hall.
Why it matters: These towers mean more homes and jobs in Surrey’s growing downtown, but also big changes to the community’s look and feel.
Key Details:
Two towers at 108 Ave & King George: 48 & 52 storeys with 879 homes.
Four towers near University Dr.: 1,800 homes in 40–44 storey towers.
Public hearing Oct. 20, 7 p.m. at Surrey City Hall.
Surrey Tackles Big Sewer Problem
Image surrey.ca
Surrey is starting a major project to fix problems in the city’s sewer system. Rainwater is leaking into the pipes, which makes the system overflow during the wet season—sometimes tripling the normal flow. This causes higher costs, stress on the system, and harm to the environment.
To solve it, the city hired Dougness Holdings Ltd. for a three-year contract worth about $653,000. The company will check over 4,400 manholes and test 280 km of sewer pipes in North Surrey. Work begins this month and will run until 2028.
Why it matters: A stronger sewer system means Surrey can handle growth, protect the environment, and avoid costly breakdowns.
Key Details:
Contract worth $652,881 awarded for three years of inspections.
4,451 manholes and 281,760 metres of sewer mains will be checked.
Rainwater leaks make sewer flows triple in wet months, hurting the system.
City Updates
Cloverdale’s Heritage Railway Breaks Records
Source: Malin Jordan Via Surrey Now-Leader
Cloverdale’s heritage railway just had its busiest year ever, drawing over 7,500 visitors and selling out nearly every weekend. Operated by the Fraser Valley Heritage Rail Society (FVHRS), the railway continues to grow as a must-see Surrey attraction.
Why it matters: The line isn’t just a ride—it’s a living piece of Surrey’s history, connecting residents and visitors to B.C.’s rail past while boosting local tourism and family-friendly events. With the 25th anniversary coming in 2026, big celebrations and service expansions are already on the horizon.
Key Details:
2025 was the most successful season on record with about 7,500 visitors.
FVHRS plans to add a second interurban in 2026 to expand capacity.
The railway will celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2026 with new events and a Sullivan Station spur.
The railway draws visitors from across Canada and even internationally. Its growth not only supports tourism and local businesses but also strengthens community identity around Surrey’s past and future. As FVHRS gears up for its silver jubilee, Surrey residents can expect more opportunities to connect with this historic treasure.
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Exciting Events: October 4th - 6th
Events marked with ($) require a ticket in advance. Please search them up before going.
Community Fun🎆
Culture Days | Sept. 19 - Oct. 12 (FREE)
Location: Various Locations
Description: Enjoy a wide variety of arts and culture activities spread across Surrey at the annual Culture Days.
September Tree Sale | Sept. 24 - Oct. 8 (ALL TREES $20)
Location: Surrey Operations Centre
Description: Purchase up to 3 trees to plant in your yard.
Plant Trees With Surrey! | Oct. 4 (FREE)
Location: Various Locations
Description: Help grow the urban forest by planting with us Surrey fall!
White Rock & South Surrey Culture Crawl | Oct. 4 & Oct. 5 (FREE)
Location: Various Locations
Description: Discover and celebrate the arts, culture and heritage that White Rock and South Surrey have to offer!
KPU Open House 2025 | 10AM-2PM, Oct 4 (FREE)
Location: KPU Surrey Campus
Description: Hands-on demos, engaging stories, and tips on getting the most out of your time as a student at KPU.
CIBC Run for the Cure | 8:30AM-12PM, Oct 5 (BY DONATION)
Location: Crescent Park
Description: Run or walk to raise awareness and fundraise for breast cancer research.
The Maze of Monsters at Guildford Town Centre | Oct 1-Oct 31 (FREE)
Location: Guildford Town Centre
Description: walk-thru experience featuring NEW spooky creatures and more haunted surprises. Caution! While family-friendly, the experience can be frightening for little boos and ghouls under the age of 5.
Cougar Creek House of Horrors | Oct 3-Nov 8 ($)
Location: 12530 72nd Ave
Description: B.C.’s premier adult horror experience, delivering five terrifying, immersive haunted houses in a single, nonstop nightmare. Navigate through five intricately themed indoor mazes... From the backwoods carnage of Abomination to the deranged clowns of Zycho Zerkus, in a single, nonstop nightmare.
Markets/Fairs🎡🎢🎠
Arts Nursery Scarecrow Festival & Pop Up Pumpkin Patch | Sept 20-Oct 31 ($)
Location: Art’s Nursery
Description: Family-friendly festival features over 60 imaginative scarecrow displays, from spooky classics to beloved characters like Cruella, the Peanuts Gang, Nightmare Before Christmas, and Alice in Wonderland. Explore festive photo opportunities, a pop-up pumpkin patch, scavenger hunts, live music, and rotating food trucks every weekend.
Performances🎭
Afrique en Cirque | 3:30PM-4:55PM, Oct 5 ($)
Location: Surrey Arts Centre
Description: journey through the rhythms, stories and stunning artistry of West Africa! With thrilling acrobatics, powerful drumming and the mesmerizing sounds of the kora, this show brings theatre, dance and circus together for one unforgettable afternoon.
Comedy❗
Hat Trick Comedy | 7:30PM, Oct 4 ($)
Location: Yuk Yuks Comedy Club
Description: Three Comics, Three Headlining Sets! Hat Trick Comedy brings three of the fastest-rising comedians to the stage for back-to-back headlining sets—all in one night!
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