As summer gives way to crisp air and golden light, Vancouver, BC, Canada becomes a canvas of autumn foliage. Nestled between the city and the sea, the neighbourhoods are especially enchanting in autumn. Visitors at this time can enjoy an array of new openings, events and refurbishments.
CULINARY EXPERIENCES
New and Opening This Fall
Per Se Social Corner | 1055 West Hastings Street
www.persesocialcorner.com
Already a local favourite, Social Corner expands its footprint with a bold new flagship. The space is anchored by Canada’s largest gold-plated Neapolitan pizza oven, flanked by two expansive patios, and adorned with nine hand-sculpted Roman statues crafted by a local Italian artist. A seasonal Mediterranean-style patio features a custom-built 7-tonne limestone fountain, while the enclosed year-round patio (seating 120) boasts four 72-inch fireplaces and a stunning ambiance that effortlessly transitions from brunch to dinner and late-night cocktails
Ellipsis | 205-1540 W 2nd Ave
Vancouver is set to welcome Ellipsis, a new coffee and cocktail concept designed to inspire pause, connection, and presence. Located inside Arthur Erickson’s striking Waterfall Building, the 2,882-square-foot space blends coffee, cocktails, and community within a reimagined architectural masterpiece. Designed to be a retreat from the hustle, Ellipsis symbolizes the ebb and flow of time and the undefined potential of each individual experience.
Uchu Cevicheria & Raw Bar | 158 East Pender St
Uchu Cevichería & Raw Bar is set to open in Vancouver’s Chinatown, bringing a fresh take on coastal Peruvian cuisine. Sister restaurant to award-winning SUYO Modern Peruvian, Uchu’s menu highlights ceviche’s, seafood towers, and other ocean-forward dishes, drawing influence from coastal Peru.
Kavita | 250 W 3rd Avenue
www.restaurantkavita.com
Kavita is the culmination of more than a decade of culinary exploration by Chef Tushar Tondvalkar. Drawing inspiration from his roots in Mumbai and the coastal town of Malvan, where he first discovered the magic of cooking alongside family matriarchs over a charcoal fire, Tushar brings his heritage and storytelling to the table.
WELLNESS EXPERIENCES
New this Fall
AetherHaus | 1768 Davie St
www.aetherhaus.ca
AetherHaus is a newly opened contrast-bathing studio in Vancouver’s West End, offering a sanctuary of wellness and intentional self-connection. The space features a Himalayan salt sauna and multiple communal cold plunge pools. Guests can choose between self-guided Open Haus sessions or instructor-led programming rooted in the Wim Hof breathing and cold exposure method. AetherHaus fosters intentional disconnection with a phone‑free environment and encouraging mindfulness through movement, stillness, and ambient experiences.
HOTEL TRANSFORMATIONS
This fall
Hyatt Vancouver Downtown Alberni | 1128 W Georgia St
https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-hotels/en-US/yvrph-hyatt-vancouver-downtown-alberni
Hyatt Vancouver Downtown Alberni marks a bold new chapter for one of the city’s most iconic luxury hotels. Formerly Shangri-La Vancouver, the property has plans to undergo a multi-million-dollar transformation enhancing and elevating the hotel’s guestrooms, residential-style lobby, public spaces and spa, ahead of its debut as Park Hyatt Vancouver in 2026.
TOURS & ACTIVITIES
Fall Activities
Canyon Frights | Capilano Suspension Bridge
www.capbridge.com
From October 10 to November 2, Canyon Frights transforms Capilano Suspension Bridge Park into a spooky, Halloween-themed experience filled with ghostly characters, eerie surprises, festive décor, and themed games. Haunted hosts Elizabeth and Mac, former park owners, appear throughout the park to add a playful and spooky charm to the adventure. Dramatic lighting and themed displays, including a Cliffwalk takeover with giant spiders, create an atmospheric backdrop for evening exploration.
Gastown Brunch Tour | Taste Vancouver
www.tastevancouverfoodtours.com
Taste Vancouver’s Gastown Brunch Tour is a relaxed and flavourful morning experience, tasting the best of Gastown—one bite and story at a time. Ease into your morning with a delightful brunch experience at 4 stops in the heart of Gastown.
Lost Souls of Gastown Tour | Forbidden Vancouver
www.forbiddenvancouver.ca
This fall, follow the lamplight through the eerie history of Vancouver’s oldest neighbourhood with the Lost Souls of Gastown Tour. Uncover tales of murder, revenge, and resilience in this dramatic retelling of Victorian Gastown’s most sordid stories, perfect for history buffs and Halloween enthusiasts alike.
