Haunted Escape Rooms, Pumpkin Dives: 2026 Halloween Events In Mission Viejo

MISSION VIEJO, CA — Halloween season is upon us, and there are a slew of events in Mission Viejo to get you and your loved ones in the spooky spirit.

Here's the run-down on Halloween events taking place in Mission Viejo:

• Pumpkin Dive — Saturday, Oct. 3 at Montanoso Recreation Center.

This annual event features a floating pumpkin patch at the Montanoso Recreation Center.

Attendees will have the chance to jump into the pool to pick their pumpkin, embellish their squash, play carnival games and more.

ABLE participants were also encouraged to arrive an hour early at 1 p.m.

The Pumpkin Drive takes place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3 at Montanoso Recreation Center, 25800 Montanoso Drive.

• Haunted Escape Room — Oct. 9, 10, 11 at Sierra Recreation and Fitness Center.

The annual Haunted Escape Room is free for ages 8 and up, and offers attendees the unique chance to test their problem-solving skills and their ability to work on a team.

Spots are limited and advanced registration is required. To sign up, residents can contact 949-452-8342.

The Haunted Escape Room takes place Oct. 9, 10 and 11 at Sierra Recreation and Fitness Center, 26887 Recodo Lane.

• Library Trick-or-Treat — Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Mission Viejo Library.

This free event offers residents the chance to visit Halloween trick-or-treat activity stations throughout the library.

Costumes and trick-or-treat bags were encouraged.

The Library Trick-or-Treat event takes place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at Mission Viejo Library, 100 Civic Center.

• Fur-Ever Friends Fall Festival — Saturday, Oct. 10 at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center.

This free, family-friendly event will feature more than a dozen rescue groups with adoptable dogs, cats, bunnies and reptiles.

Attendees will enjoy crafts and hands-on activities for kids, along with wildlife education and animal meet-and-greet opportunities.

The Fur-Ever Friends Fall Festival takes place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 at the Mission Viejo Animal Services Center, 28095 Hillcrest.