I'm disappointed

I’m sure it’ll be fun!
Just go along with it you might surprise yourself!

You are right missiseff, how often do we spend weeks dreading something, and it doesn’t turn out so bad, I’m sure your family will be happy to have you there

I agree with everyone who says to go with the flow and give it your all! You might surprise yourself and have a great time but if you don't enjoy it then at least the family will get the idea and hopefully suggest a visit next time that's more everyone's cup of tea. Start working on your outfit now and maybe plan a few tricks of your own to get your own back!!! I hope you have a great time.. X

I'd do anything to be able to see my Son, so would gladly do anything just to be with him.
Sometimes the dread of something turns out to be better than you thought it would be.

I think on this occasion go with the flow. I think if you let your son know you are not too keen it will cause bad feeling regardless of the fact he has asked how you feel. You will enjoy seeing your grandchildren having fun doing halloween stuff. This is something you haven't done before including seeing your grandchildren enjoy halloween. Children get bored very easily so you may well find they are in a 'good mood' for the whole of the time. Not a bad thing!!

You might just enjoy it. Give it a go. I would. Don't forget to pack a witch costume. Trick or treating with grandchildren is so much fun x

Lucy2: it wasn't me who suggested Halloween might go on for weeks. That was the OP.
I was astounded to read it!

Playing devils advocate.
Do you think your son might prefer you to change your plans and go another time?
Unless you have a fantastic relationship with your son and DIL , wont it be intrusive for them and uncomfortable for you ? to share a caravan.
I cant help thinking that you are making all the effort here, going all the way to Canada which they have obviously known about for some time. Its not like its just down the road.
I think its a bit unreasonable of them.
Its only Halloween.

Check exactly when DS would be available. Cancel flights then rebook. You will be down financially but up on happiness not dealing with the Halloween and camping.

As others have said book in to a cabin on site, or a nearby Hotel,I wouldnt like the caravan idea either.I was in the US at Halloween when my Daughter lived there I enjoyed seeing all the houses decorated, and little children knocking on the door accompanied by a parent.
You may enjoy Haloween more than you think, give it a try.I think the time you are in Canada seems very short for the lenght of journey, but you are used to it,so I hope you enjoy the time spent with your family.

Go for it! Embrace it! It’s not camping as you know it and Halloween is an amazing thing there. Plus you’re going to see your family.... enjoy ?

I am a bit puzzled on the timing, I live in canada and all our camp grounds close down for the season after labour day which is the first weekend in September. Also, I have never ever heard of month long Halloween celebrations! Perish the thought.

Sorry to sound unsympathetic, but most of us who have lived to be Gran,s can put up with anything for 3 days. Its not the end of the world. If its so bad then maybe just do not go.

yogagran if you are fit enough to fly to Canada, visit two different family members and fly home in 6 days, it seems you would be strong enough (mentally and physically) to go on this camping trip!
Things like this are the memories the children will treasure for years to come!

Scribbles: “The American way of celebrating Halloween goes on for weeks and everywhere” ?? Where did you get that idea? It’s ONE night only in America. Some schools have a short party to show off costumes, then an evening trick or treating, but that’s it. Of course yard decorations can be seen for the previous week, but celebrating is a one nighter. I always hope Halloween will fade away, but the merchandise pushers won’t let it go. I’m a retired teacher & always dreaded the day after with hyper, super-filled kids!

I think Scribbles has the best solution. It it was e, I would find a hotel nearby and then spend the days with the family. You would have your comforts and see the children and your son.

I quite like Halloween, I don’t think I’d want a month of it, and I agree that it’s tons of rubbish to end up in landfill. My Halloween age children always come to us to do trick or treating (only in houses participating) then we have spooky supper and watch spooky movies, next day, all over!

Agreed anno, I have memories of apples in washing up bowls full of cold water!

Every year we have to repeat that Halloween is NOT merely an American tradition. It goes a long way back in Scotland and Ireland. As children we would go out 'guising' with our friends. We dressed up in costumes - usually bed sheets for ghosts! and said our 'party pieces' for neighbours who would give us sweets or nuts in exchange. We would make our own masks - none of these shop-bought monstrosities.
I do agree that the commercialisation of this tradition has crossed the Atlantic and the old customs are unknown to today's children. It was never what the Americans call a 'holiday'. Costumes and lanterns were home made. Vampires and zombies were unheard of. Our innocent 'guising' has morphed into 'trick or treat'.
It's not what it once was, but I repeat: Halloween is not an American invention.

Hurrah! A fellow grumbler, it's vile and silly and a load of tat and landfill. Lemming like, we buy this nonsense because if we don't the kiddiwinks will be disappointed.

A simple, ancient festival jumped on by marketing people .

Halloween is another b****y American ridiculous “tradition” designed to ruin the world It seems to have replaced our Guy Faulks celebration. Who the heck would with even rudimentary brain would celebrate the works of the powers of evil to celebrate All of the Saints. (Grumble grumble grumble)

No yogagran those details haven't put me off! It's only 3 days and you'll be out of the van most of the time doing exciting things.
What amazing memories you will have to look back on!

starlady, I'll definitely get a check done on calendar dates before any future trips

Yes danniRae I love caravans too, we had our own for many, many years - but a caravan with two other adults, three children and a dog.....

Oh go yogagran it'll be fun! I love caravans (same as trailers?) and I think it's so lovely that they want you to join them.
Think of it as an adventure.......and come back on here and tell us all about it, please!!