Orinda Halloween Tot Parade Nixed, But 'Memory Lane' Pics Sought

ORINDA, CA — Orinda's annual Halloween Parade for Tots, a beloved tradition with costumed little ones parading in the community park, is canceled this year, due to the coronavirus pandemic. But city officials hope to keep the season's spirit alive with a virtual "memory lane" version — and they're seeking your pictures.

"We know things are vastly different this year, therefore sometimes it is even more important to maintain some sense of normalcy with treasured traditions," said Parks and Recreation Department reps. "We’re asking the community to share your most beloved Halloween photos with our department ... to virtually spread glee throughout the community."

Plans for a "Ghoulishly Virtual, Memory Lane Parade" are underway for the end of October, featuring a photo show on the city's social-media platforms.

Those interested in participaing can submit images by Friday, Oct. 16 to OrindaParksandRec@cityoforinda.org. Also required will be a photo release form — which can be found here.

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AND FOR WHAT ELSE IS GOING ON NEARBY FOR HALLOWEEN, SEE:

• Fear Overload Horror Haunts 2020: Bayfair, San Leandro
  
• Witches Night Out 2020: Downtown Livermore
• Movies on the Roof: 'Hocus Pocus' 2020: Walnut Creek
• Virtual Ghost Walk 2020: Museum on Main, Pleasanton
• Pirates of Emerson Haunted Drive-Thru- Halloween 2020: Pleasanton
• Family Halloween Train Ride 2020: Sunol-Niles
• Halloween on the USS Hornet 2020: Alameda