By: Nejdana Houshyar, Staff Writer

October 5 to October 16, 2026

SFU Burnaby events

If you are an SFU student, staff, or faculty, you can watch SFU sports for free after activating your SFU Student Recreation Membership. Once activated, simply show your ID at the entrance or log into the SFU Recreation App to watch the game.

Men’s Soccer vs. Western Washington University

• Thursday, October 8, 5:00–7:00 p.m. at Terry Fox Field
• You can purchase tickets on Eventbrite for $12
• Come watch SFU’s first game against Western Washington University since their last match in 2025, which led to SFU taking the win with a score of 1–0. SFU’s Men’s Soccer came in hot with 15 shots compared to Western’s 12 shots, although the former also received 16 fouls compared to the latter’s 10. It will be a very competitive game, as both teams aim for victory. Expect an exciting rematch between the two teams on October 8. Pack the stands for the Red Leafs and support the team! 

Men’s Soccer vs. University of Jamestown

• Saturday, October 10, 2:00–4:00 p.m. at Terry Fox Field
• You can purchase tickets on Eventbrite for $12
• This is SFU’s first ever game against the University of Jamestown. It is anticipated to be a very tense and rousing game, as Jamestown has had a rocky start to the season; they are looking to bounce back. Watch SFU’s Men’s Soccer compete for victory on October 10.

Women’s Soccer vs. Western Oregon University

• Thursday, October 15, 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Terry Fox Field
• You can purchase tickets on Eventbrite for $12
• On October 15, three-time Great Northwest Athletic Conference champions, SFU Women’s Soccer, will be competing against Western Oregon University. The Red Leafs won their last game 3–2 against Western Oregon University in 2025, so expect a thrilling match with lots of action on October 15!

Off-campus events

ElevAsian All-Star Showcase

• Saturday, October 10, 3:00–7:00 p.m. at St. Thomas More Collegiate
• This is a free event. Details can be found on Eventbrite.
• ElevAsian is a non-profit organization centred around uplifting and celebrating Asian and South Asian basketball student athletes. On January 4, 2026, ElevAsian invited over 40 of the top Asian athletes in BC to showcase their basketball skills in the organization’s inaugural all-star game. If you are interested in joining, love to watch basketball, or are just looking to fill up a Saturday evening, come out and cheer on these stellar student athletes!

Surrey Runners Thanksgiving 5k and Kids 400m Dash Run

• Sunday, October 11, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at Bear Creek Park
• You can purchase tickets on Eventbrite for $44.06
• Surrey Runners Club is an inclusive, community-based club that encourages and uplifts new and seasoned runners. The Thanksgiving 5k is a relaxed and welcoming event open to individuals of all ages. Anyone who finishes the race will receive a “chip-timed bib, finisher’s medal, and post-game refreshments,” according to Eventbrite.