Community Corner
Halloween Haunted Houses, Corn Mazes & More 2019: SF Bay Area
Your ultimate guide to fall festivals, Day of the Dead, costume parades, carnivals and all things "scary" throughout San Francisco region.
BAY AREA, CA — The "spooky" season is fast approaching with its accompanying fall festivals, Halloween carnivals, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, trick-or-treat extravaganzas and more. Scroll through upcoming activities, and check out what's going on near you.
Happy Halloween, from Patch!
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ALAMEDA:
OCT. 6: Mockingbird Lane - Free Halloween Market. "A unique event filled with oddities, unique art, and other macabre makings!"
- Elks Lodge, 2255 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, CA, 94501
OCT. 12: Pumpkin-Decorating Fundraiser 2019: South Shore. Open to all with pumpkins at $5 each. Proceeds to Girls Inc. of the Island City.
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- Alameda South Shore Center, 523 S Shore Ctr W, Alameda, California 94501
OCT. 19: Blacklight Art Show. Fun for grown-ups, plus glow-in-the-dark chalk, monster coloring sheets and Halloween treats for the kids.
- Studio 23, 2309B Encinal Ave. Alameda, CA
OCT. 25-27: Annual Teen Haunted House. Spookily presented each year by the teens of Alameda.
- Haunted House, South Shore Center, Park Street & Otis Drive, Alameda 94501
OCT. 26: Monsters Bash - Halloween: USS Hornet. Choose your costume wisely as only 20 entered in contest, with $500 prize!
- USS Hornet Museum, 707 West Hornet Ave., Alameda, CA 94501
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ALAMO:
OCT. 31: Free Community Halloween Party. Trick-or-treating, crafts, train display & more.
- Alamo Plaza Shopping Center, 200 Alamo Plz, Alamo, California 94507
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ALBANY:
OCT. 25: Free Halloween Carnival. "Activities include: Spooky Arts & Crafts, Creepy Cookie Decoration, Ghoulish Games, Paranormal Photo Booth."
- Albany Community Center, Albany, CA
OCT. 31: Halloween on Solano 2019: Albany / Berkeley. Hosted by Solano Avenue Association.
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AMERICAN CANYON:
OCT. 27: Fall, Family Spooky Halloween Hike. Costumes encouraged! Snacks provided!
- Wetlands Viewing Area & Napa River Bay Trail, American Canyon, Ca
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ATHERTON:
OCT. 21: Holidays on a High Note. Master the centerpiece! "Day filled with stunning tablescapes, floral designs, a boutique marketplace, and a scrumptious lunch."
- Menlo Circus Club, 190 Park Lane, Atherton, CA, 94027
OCT. 26: Halloween Costume Craft. Fun, free craft to enhance your Halloween costume.
- Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane, Atherton CA 94027
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BELMONT:
OCT. 31: Halloween Fun & Costume Parade 2019: Carlmont Village. Trick-or-treating, too!
- Carlmont Village Shopping Center, 1049 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont, CA
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BENICIA:
OCT 18-19, 25-26, 31: Haunted Railroad Depot. "The normally mild-mannered Southern Pacific Railroad Depot will mysteriously transform into a frightful depository of ghosts, goblins and spirits."
- Southern Pacific Railroad Depot, 90 First St., Benicia, CA
OCT. 26: Halloween Costume Contest & Sidewalk Stroll. Little ones can trick-or-treat on First Street.
- City Park, 250 E. L St, Benicia, California 94510
OCT. 26: Canine & Critter Costume Contest. Dress up your pooch!
- First Street Green, E. B St., Benicia, California 94510
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BERKELEY:
OCT. 5: Harvest Festival, Music & Scarecrow-Making. Kids' zone & bounce house, too.
- Cedar Rose Park, 1300 Rose St., Berkeley, CA
OCT. 5: Mexican Sugar Skull Decorating Class. Hand paint and decorate a sugar skull steeped in cultural history of Mexico with expert demonstration from artist Diego Marcial Rios.
- 1970 Chestnut Street, Berkeley, CA, 94702
OCT. 31: The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Prizes for best costumes.
- The UC Theatre, 2036 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704
OCT. 31: Halloween on Solano 2019: Albany / Berkeley. Hosted by Solano Avenue Association.
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BOULDER CREEK:
OCT. 26: 'Missing Arm' Spooky Walk 2019: Big Basin Park. "Campfire, music, and crafts round out this festive family event."
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, California 95006
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BURLINGAME:
OCT. 18-19: McKinkey Harvest Festival & Haunted House. "The Harvest Festival’s legendary haunted mansion ... will be back and better than ever."
- McKinley Elementary School, 701 Paloma Ave., Burlingame, CA 94010.
OCT. 25: Millbrae Nursery's Halloween Boo-zy Bingo Night 2019: Burlingame. Spaghetti dinner included, as well.
- Burlingame Lions Hall, 990 Burlingame Ave., Burlingame, CA 94010
OCT. 26-27: Annual Fall Fest With Music & Kids' Zone. Food trucks, beer garden & fun for the whole family!
- Howard Avenue, Burlingame, CA
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CAMPBELL:
OCT. 4-6: St. Lucy School Fun Fest. Fall tradition with music, food, carnival rides, games and silent auction
- St. Lucy, 2350 South Winchester Blvd., Campbell, CA, 95008
OCT. 25: Thriller Zombie Crawl 2019: Downtown. A horde of dancing zombies are coming!
- Downtown Campbell, E. Campbell Ave., Campbell, California 95008
OCT. 27: Creepy Crawly Halloween & Costume Contest. With more kid activities and candy stations this year.
- Downtown Campbell, East Campbell Avenue and North 1st Street, Campbell, CA 95008
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CAPITOLA:
OCT. 27: Capitola Village Halloween Parade. "Trick-or-treating at Capitola Village shops following parade."
- Parade heads down Capitola Avenue to Esplanade Park, Capitola, CA.
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CASTRO VALLEY:
OCT. 29: Barks & Boo's: Trick-or-Treat & Pet Contest. Delicious food truck line-up planned.
- Adobe Art Park, 20395 San Miguel Ave., Castro Valley, CA 94546
OCT. 31: Trick-or-Treat - Halloween 2019: Castro Village. Event is free, with children's entertainment, too!
- Castro Village Shopping Center, Castro Valley Blvd & Santa Maria Ave, Castro Valley, California 94546
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CLOVERDALE:
OCT. 5: Oktoberfest & Courtney's Pumpkin Patch. Bavaria meets Halloween meets fall in this town tradition!
- Downtown Plaza, Cloverdale, CA
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COLMA:
NOV. 2: Dia de los Muertos Festival. Activites include pan dulce (Mexican Sweet Bread), Mexican hot chocolate and a community chalk art mural and altars.
- Colma Recreation Services, 1520 Hillside Blvd., Colma, California 94014
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CONCORD:
OCT. 16: Halloween Costume Swap and Batty Halloween Wing Ding Costume Party. Pick out costume for FREE just in time for Halloween! Space is limited.
- Concord Library - Contra Costa County Library, 2900 Salvio St., Concord, CA
OCT. 18: Annual Fall Festival 2019: Silverwood Elementary. A good, old-fashioned time with pumpkin decorating, cake walk & carnival games.
- Silverwood Elementary, 1649 Claycord Ave., Concord, CA
OCT. 25: 'Nightmare Before Christmas' & Food Trucks. "Hot, fresh, gourmet food with live local music, and a great pop-culture film."
- Diablo Creek Golf Course, 4050 Port Chicago Hwy, Concord, CA
OCT. 26-27: Halloween Spooktacular & Ghost Train: Pixieland. Sure-fire family fun! Wear your costumes!
- Pixieland Amusement Park, 2740 E Olivera Road, Concord, California 94519
OCT. 28: Halloween Spooktacular! by Fratello Marionettes. Event is free.
- Concord Library, Meeting Room, 2900 Salvio St., Concord, CA 94519
OCT. 31: Library Trick-Or-Treat. Stop by for a treat or two.
- Concord Library, 2900 Salvio St., Concord, CA 94519
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CORTE MADERA:
OCT. 25: Spooky Bingo & Pasta Dinner. A howling good time with dinner from Marin Joe's.
- Main Hall, Corte Madera, CA
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COTATI:
OCT. 31: City Hall-Oween Trick-Or-Treating & Haunted Hallway. Scarecrow display, too!
- City Hall, 201 West Sierra Ave., & Veronda-Falletti Ranch (adjacent to City Hall), Cotati, CA
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CUPERTINO:
OCT. 19: Wildlife & Harvest Day 2019: Blackberry Farm. Free event to celebrate the season.
- Blackberry Farm, 21979 San Fernando Ave., Cupertino, CA 95014
OCT. 25: 'Monster Mash' Family Halloween Party. With costume parade, crafts & dancing for all!
- Quinlan Community Center, 10185 N. Stelling Road, Cupertino, California 950144
OCT. 26: Deer Hollow Farm’s Spooky Times. "Explore haunted barns and a ‘dark forest.’"
- Deer Hollow Farm, in Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve, 22500 Cristo Rey Drive, Cupertino, CA
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DANVILLE:
OCT. 19-20: Annual, Two-Day FallFest. Fall, food, art & fun collide in this traditional town event.
- Historic Downtown Danville, Hartz & Prospect Avenues, Danville, CA 94526
OCT. 24: Spooktacular Halloween Celebration. Online registration is required, and space is limited.
- Valley Oak Room, 420 Front St., Danville, CA 94526
OCT. 26: Halloween Trunk-or-Treat 2019: Rolling Hills Church. Families adore this sweet annual event.
- Rolling Hills Community Church Parking Lot, 1565 Green Valley Rd., Danville, CA 94526
OCT. 26: Danville Livery Pumpkin Jubilee. Fun for all wth music, pumpkin-carving, horse-drawn wagon rides, Jungle James and his reptiles & trick-or-treating.
- The Livery Shopping Center, 412 Sycamore Valley Road, Danville, CA, 94526
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DAVIS:
OCT. 12 & NOV. 2: Fall Plant Sales At UC Davis Arboretum. Create a beautiful autumn garden.
- UC Davis Arboretum Teaching Nursery, 920 Garrod Drive, Davis, CA, 95616
OCT. 31: Halloween Treat Trail. Festivities include treats, fun and live entertainment!
- Downtown Davis, CA
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DIXON:
Through OCT. 31: Cool Patch Pumpkins & Corn Maze. This year's corn maze is tribute to First Responders.
- Cool Patch Pumpkins, 6150 Dixon Ave. West, Dixon, CA 95620
OCT. 6: Local Harvest Celebration. Fun includes contests.
- The Barn & Pantry, 125 West A St., Dixon, California 95620
OCT. 13: 1st Annual First Responder Day: Cool Patch Pumpkins. "Let the kids explore Police Cars, SWAT BEAR, Fire Trucks, Boats, Jet Skis, Bounce Houses & more!"
- Pumpkin Patch And Corn Maze Dixon, 6585 Milk Farm Rd, Dixon, California 95620
OCT. 13: Country BBQ, Dinner & Dance Benefit: Cool Patch Pumpkins. A festive pumpkin-patch fundraiser for area first responders. Tickets on sale.
- Cool Patch Pumpkins, 6150 Dixon Ave. West, Dixon, California 95620
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DUBLIN:
OCT. 12: Old- Fashioned Harvest Fair. Music, food, hay rides & kids' activities.
- Heritage Park & Museums, 6600 Donlon Way, Dublin, CA
OCT. 25-26: 'Ghosts of Dublin' Pioneer Cemetery Tour. Bring a flashlight!
- Dublin Heritage Park & Museums, 6600 Donlon Way, Dublin, CA 94568
OCT. 26: Floating Halloween Pumpkin Patch 2019: The Wave. Pre-registration required.
- The Dublin Wave, 4201 Central Pkwy, Dublin, California 94568
OCT. 31: Sweet Halloween Trick-or-Treat Party at Hacienda Crossings. Free with trick-or-treating, music, street entertainment, horse-drawn carriage rides and more.
- Hacienda Crossings, 4820 - 4980 Dublin Blvd., Dublin, CA
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EAST PALO ALTO:
OCT. 18: Halloween Family Night Movie. Fun includes face-painting, jump house & more
- Bell Street Park, East Palo Alto, CA
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EL CERRITO:
OCT. 26: Halloween Fest, Pumpkin Splash & Haunted House. Carnival fun and food truck, too. Happy Halloween!
- City of El Cerrito Recreation Department, 7007 Moeser Lane, El Cerrito 94530
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FAIRFAX:
OCT. 11: Fairfax Theatre's Cheese & Wine-Tasting Whodunit. Add a bit of mystery to the season.
- Fairfax Women’s Club, 46 Park Road, Fairfax, CA
OCT. 31: Annual Halloween Parade & Costume Contest. Sponsored by the Fairfax Chamber of Commerce.
- Broadway to Bolinas to Haunted Grove, Bolinas Park, Fairfax, CA
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FAIRFIELD:
OCT. 4- NOV. 2: SKreamz Haunted Attraction. "sKreamZ Haunted Attractions, voted one of the top five haunts in Northern California, invites you to step right up to their newest attraction: Karnevil!"
- SKreamz Haunted Attraction; KarnEVIL, 1975 Pennsylvania (Behind JC Penny's at Solano Mall), Fairfield, CA 94533
OCT. 26: 'A Haunted Affair' CASA of Solano Co. Fundraiser. Spooktacular evening for a great cause.
- Green Valley Country Club, 35 Country Club Drive, Fairfield, CA 94533
OCT. 26: Annual Great Pumpkin Cooking Class 2019: Il Fiorello. In a word: yum!
- Il Fiorello Olive Oil Company. 2625 Mankas Corner Rd, Fairfield, CA 94534
OCT. 26: Halloween Breakfast & Parade & Mr. Jelly Belly. Book seats; space is limited.
- Jelly Belly Visitor Center, One Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield CA
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FELTON:
OCT. 12: Soup & Cider On The Covered Bridge. "A fun family event to celebrate the welcome of fall in our sweet little town!"
- Felton Covered Bridge, Graham Hill Road at Mount Hermon Road, Felton, CA
OCT. 12-13, 19-20, 26-27: Thomas & Percy’s Halloween Party 2019: Roaring Camp. Wear costumes & perfect for all ages.
- Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, California 95018
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FORESTVILLE:
OCT. 12: Shone Farm Fall Festival. Great family time with apple pressing, rotten-fruit slingshot and compost lessons, farm equipment displays, children’s activities and farm tours.
- SRJC Shone Farm, 7450 Steve Olson Ln, Forestville, California 95436
OCT. 26: 26th Annual Barn Dance & Dinner. "Live music & dancing with local, country star McKenna Faith."
- 7450 Steve Olson Lane, Forestville, CA, 95436
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FOSTER CITY:
OCT. 26: VIBE Halloween Festival & Haunted House. Admission $3. Under 2 is free.
- VIBE Teen Center, 670 Shell Blvd., Foster City, CA 94404
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FREMONT:
OCT. 5-6: Annual Olive Festival. An annual fall event!
- Behind Historic Old Mission San Jose in the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose Olive Grove, 43326 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA.
OCT. 12-13: Harvest Festival 2019: Ardenwood Historic Farm. The farm's biggest event of the year.
- Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd, Fremont, California 94555
OCT. 12-30: Candle Lighters' Ghost House & Carnival. A town tradition with best caramel apples ever!
- Williams Historic Park / Chadbourne Carriage House, 39169 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, California 94538
OCT. 18: Halloween Trick-or-Treat on Downtown Safety Street. "Walk through a street of miniature houses, in Downtown Fremont, gathering goodies!"
- Fremont City Hall, 3300 Capitol Ave. Fremont CA
OCT. 18-20, 25-27: Haunted Railroad 2019. "The Haunted Railroad takes your family on a fun, spooky (not scary) train ride through the haunted forest."
- Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Boulevard, Fremont, CA, 94555
OCT. 19: Our Lady Of Guadalupe Harvest Festival. With "dangling donuts," cake walk, field games food, crafts, talent show & more!
- Our Lady Of Guadalupe, 40374 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA, 94538
OCT. 26: Halloween Spooktacular 2019: Pacific Commons. Come in costume!
- Pacific Commons, 43440 Boscell Road, Fremont, CA 94538
OCT. 30: Truck or Treat at Niles Street Eats. Costume contest, too.
- Niles Town Plaza, 37592 Niles Blvd., Fremont, CA
OCT. 31: Halloween Trick-or-Treating 2019: The Hub. Free, while supplies last.
- The Hub, Argonaut Way & Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA 94538
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GEYSERVILLE:
OCT. 27: Halloween Carnival 2019: Francis Ford Coppola Winery. Annually anticipated event, but tickets are limited, so don't delay.
- Francis Ford Coppola Winery, 300 Via Archimedes, Geyserville, California 95441
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GILROY:
SEPT. 27-29, OCT. 4-6, 11-13, 18-20, 25-26, 31 & NOV. 1-2: Halloween Big Boo & Boo Trail 2019: Gilroy Gardens. Come in costume!
- Gilroy Gardens, 3050 Hecker Pass Rd, Gilroy, California 95020
OCT. 19: Annual Halloween Beer Crawl. "Dress up, eat the best tacos, and taste over 20 different craft beers!"
- Downtown Gilroy, California 95020
OCT. 25: Halloween Spirits Night. "Free community event includes children's costume contest, games, arts & crafts, trunk or treat, face painting, raffles and more."
- San Ysidro Park, 7700 Murray Ave., Gilroy, CA 95020
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HALF MOON BAY:
OCT. 14: 46th Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off. “Super Bowl of Weigh-Offs.”
- IDES Grounds, 735 Main Street, Half Moon Bay CA 94019
OCT. 19-20: 49th Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival. World-famous with Great Pumpkin Parade, live music, carving contest, pumpkin run & more.
- Main Street, Half Moon Bay, CA.
OCT. 31: Trick or Treat on Main Street. "Fun and fright-filled afternoon, Dia de los Muertos style, on Main Street ...and beyond!"
- Downtown Half Moon Bay, CA
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HAYWARD:
OCT. 13: Tri-Valley Cultural Jews Sukkot. Celebrate the Jewish harvest holiday.
- Hayward, CA
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HEALDSBURG:
OCT. 25: Roth Estate Winery Halloween Spook-tacular. This year's theme: "Alice in Wonderland."
- Roth Estate, 10309 Chalk Hill Road, Healdsburg, CA 95448
OCT. 26: Farmers' Market Pumpkin Fest & Costume Contest. Decorate your pumpkin, put wheels on it and race it down the track!
- West Plaza Parking Lot (behind Bear Republic Brewing), Healdsburg, CA
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HERCULES:
OCT. 25: Free Halloween Trunk Or Treat. Free movie, too!
- 2001 Refugio Valley Road, Hercules, CA, 94547
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HOLLISTER:
OCT. 1-31:Pumpkin Junction, Train Rides & Carousel. Guests can mine for gemstones, too.
- Casa de Fruta, 10021 Pacheco Pass Hwy, Hollister, California 95023
OCT. 4-31: Trail of Lights and Frights 2019: Swank Farms. "Be prepared to be amazed!"
- Swank Farms, The Experience, 4751 Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, California 95023
OCT. 19-20: Halloween Fun & Costume Contest 2019: Renaissance Fair. Trick-or-treating for the kids.
- Casa De Fruta, Pacheco Pass HWY 152, 10031 Pacheco Pass Hwy, Hollister, CA 95023
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LAFAYETTE:
OCT. 5: Fall Art Show and Sale. With 24 artists from around East Bay & live music.
- Lafayette Christian Church, 584 Glenside Dr., Lafayette, CA.
OCT. 24: Halloween Storytime, Author Reads 'Dem Bones' - "Space is limited so register early!"
- Lafayette Library & Learning Center, 3491 Mount Diablo Boulevard, Lafayette, CA, 94549
OCT. 25: Trick or Treat Street. Wear your costume!
- Lafayette, CA
OCT. 26-27: Youth Commission's Annual Halloween Haunted House. With scary and not-so-scary versions.
- Lafayette Community Center, 500 St. Marys Road, Lafayette, California 94549
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LARKSPUR:
OCT. 16: Kenn Adams' Adventure Theater at Larkspur Library. "Face off against zombies, witches, werewolves and vampires in this interactive theatrical experience."
- Larkspur Library, 400 Magnolia Ave., Larkspur, CA, 94939
OCT. 26: Halloween Festival 2019: Marin Country Mart. Face-painting, pony rides and pumpkin patch
- Marin Country Mart, 2257 Larkspur Landing Cir, Larkspur, California 94939
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LIVERMORE:
OCT. 1-31: G&M Farms Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch. A family tradition with farm animals, pony rides & more. Two nights set aside for Haunted Corn Maze, too!
- G&M Farms, 487 East Airway Blvd., Livermore CA 94551
OCT. 2: Witches Night Out. "Martini pub crawl and shopping open house through beautiful Downtown Livermore."
- Downtown, 1st St, Livermore, California 94550
OCT. 10: Pinot's Palette Paint & Sip Pile of Pumpkins. For all ages.
- Pinot's Palette, 153 South L Street, Livermore, CA, 94550
OCT. 12-13: Fall Festival & Scarecrow-Building 2019: Alden Lane. Annual extravaganza that celebrates all things fall.
- Alden Lane Nursery, 981 Alden Lane, Livermore, CA 94550
OCT. 13: Annual DOGtoberfest & Costume Contest. An annual doggone good time!
- Robert Livermore Park, 491 Loyola Way, Livermore, CA
OCT. 17: Oakland Ballet: Celebrating Dia de los Muertos. "Spirited dance, lively music and colorful costumes help celebrate Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in this festive, family-friendly show."
- Bankhead Theater, 2400 1st St, Livermore, California 94550
OCT. 19: Pool Pumpkin Patch. Dive in, and choose a floating pumpkin!
- Robert Livermore Aquatic Center, 4448 Loyola Way, Livermore, CA
OCT. 25-26: HALLO-WINE PARTY on the Livermore Wine Trolley. "You could win bottle of wine for best costume!"
- Livermore Valley Wine Country, Livermore, CA
OCT. 26: Kids Town Halloween Hay Day & Trick-or-Treating. With games, entertainment & costume contests.
- Downtown, 1st St, Livermore, California 94550
OCT. 26:'Mom's Haunted House' - Be brave! Admission is free.
- 1379 Kathy Ct, Livermore, CA 94550-3712
OCT. 27: Halloween & Hay Rides 2019: Hagemann Ranch. "Arts, Crafts, Hayride with Antique Tractor."
- Hagemann Ranch, 455 Olivina Ave., Livermore, California
OCT. 27: Pinot's Palette & Granada High Fundraiser Rustic Pumpkins. 15% of seat purchases donated to the GHS Class of 2020 Grad Nite.
- Pinot's Palette, 153 South L Street, Livermore, CA, 94550
OCT. 30: Wednesday Costume Run with Sunrise Mountain Sports. The weekly fun run, but this time in costume!
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LIVE OAK:
OCT. 27: Día de los Muertos Festival & 5K/3K. "With Mexican dance, colorful costumes, face painting, special performances, homemade altars (ofrendas), and food vendors."
- East Cliff Shopping Center, 21513 East Cliff Drive, Live Oak, Santa Cruz, CA
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LOS ALTOS:
OCT. 19: Twas 13 Days Before Halloween Movie Night. "Free, family-friendly double-feature where costumes are encouraged!"
- Grant Park, 1575 Holt Ave., Los Altos, California 94024
OCT. 25: Family Fun Night & Halloween Carnival 2019: Bridges. Free event with bounce house, food trucks & trick-car-treat.
- Bridges Community Church, 625 Magdalena Ave., Los Altos, CA 94024
OCT. 25: 'Witches' Delight' Halloween Carnival. With rides, cake walk, fun house & costume contest.
- Santa Rita Elementary School, 700 Los Altos Avenue, Los Altos, CA
OCT. 31: Halloween Spook-tacular. Fun, games and trick-or-treating!
- Downtown Los Altos, CA
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LOS ALTOS HILLS:
OCT. 25: Halloween Trick-or-Treat & Tour Town Hall. "Exciting opportunity for your child to dress up in their Halloween costume and tour Town Hall offices, Heritage House, Council Chambers and the Parks and Recreation Building. "
- Town of Los Altos Hills, 26379 W. Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills, California 94022
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LOS GATOS:
OCT. 9, 16, 23 & 30: Halloween Movie Nights 2019: Loma Brewing. Four classic movies & lots of Halloween fun!
- Loma Brew, 130 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos, CA
OCT. 19: Harvest Festival 2019: Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad. A local tradition with pumpkin decorating & lawn games.
- Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad, 233 Blossom Hill Rd, Los Gatos, California 95032
OCT. 26: FLIGHTS HALLOWS BALL 3 Halloween Party. "The most Epic Halloween Party in the South Bay."
- Flights Restaurant Los Gatos, 165 Los Gatos-Saratoga Road, Los Gatos, CA 95030
OCT. 27: Halloween Pet & Kids Parade. Festive fun to support SPCA.
- Sereno Group Los Gatos, 214 Los Gatos Saratoga Road, Los Gatos, CA 95030
NOV. 2: Masquerade Ball Wine Release Party at Black Ridge Vineyards. "Dress: Costume and mask; Cocktail attire."
- Black Ridge Vineyards, 18570 Black Road, Los Gatos, CA, 95033
NOV. 8:Harvest Dinner 2019: Testarossa Winery. A gourmet, seasonal celebration.
- Testarossa Winery, 300 College Ave., Los Gatos, CA 95030
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MARTINEZ:
OCT. 13: Floating Pumpkin Patch 2019: Rankin Aquatic Center. Sign up, and dive in!
- Rankin Aquatic Center, 100 Buckley St., Martinez, CA
OCT. 19: Annual Zombie Brew Crawl & Costume Contest. "The un-dead are coming to downtown Martinez."
- Downtown Martinez, CA
OCT. 25, 26 & NOV. 23:Alhambra Pioneer Cemetery Tour. Space is limited: Save yours!
- Alhambra Pioneer Cemetery, Carquinez Scenic Drive, Martinez, CA
OCT. 26: Creatures Of The Night Campfire 2019: John Muir. Bring "blankets, lawn chairs, marshmallows and a desire to have a good time."
- John Muir National Historic Site, 4202 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, California
OCT. 27: Trunk or Treat Spooktacular. "Visit creatively themed and decorated car trunks and shops."
- Main Street, Downtown Martinez, CA
NOV. 2: Dia de los Muertos Festivities. In its sixth year, a fabulous community event with altars, art and music.
- Main Street, Martinez, CA, 94553
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MENLO PARK:
OCT. 19: Facebook Festival - Fall Fiesta. "Latin Cultural Celebration with Halloween Activities."
- 1 Hacker Way, Menlo Park, California 94025
OCT. 26: Halloween Hoopla Parade & Spooky Carnival. Full day of family fun!
- Downtown Menlo Park & Fremont Park, Menlo Park, CA
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MILL VALLEY:
OCT. 18: Teen Zone: Fright Night Halloween Party. With pumpkin-carving, costume contest and more!
- Mill Valley Recreation, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, California 94941
OCT. 25: Trunk-or-Treat - Halloween 2019: Community Center. Lots of fun planned.
- Mill Valley Community Center Parking Lot, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, California 94941
OCT. 26: Halloween Costume Party & Dance. "Halloween is always the best theme each year for a party!"
- The Club at Harbor Point, 475 East Strawberry Drive, Mill Valley, CA, 94941
OCT. 27:Halloween Faire & Carnival Games. Face-painting, candy and prize hunt and a magician.
- Strawberry Recreation District, 118 E Strawberry Dr, Mill Valley, California 94941
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MILLBRAE:
OCT. 11-13: St. Dunstan Parish Fall Festival. An annual tradition with entertainment, food, games & carnival rides.
- St. Dunstan Catholic Church, 1133 Broadway, Millbrae, CA 94030
OCT. 18: Free Halloween Movie & Costume Contest. Free popcorn, too!
- 477 Palm Ave., Millbrae, CA
OCT. 25: Millbrae Nursery's Halloween Boo-zy Bingo Night 2019: Burlingame. Spaghetti dinner included, as well.
- Burlingame Lions Hall, 990 Burlingame Ave., Burlingame, CA 94010
NOV. 3: Meadows Fall Carnival -With Pumpkins & Pies. With petting zoo, pumpkin-decorating & more.
- Meadows Elementary, 1101 Helen Drive, Millbrae, California 94030
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MILPITAS:
OCT. 25: Halloween Costume Party - Silicon Valley. "Adults of all ages welcome."
- Crowne Plaza San Jose-Silicon Valley, 777 Bellew Drive, Milpitas, CA, 95035
OCT. 26: Pumpkins In The Park. City-sponsored event.
- Cardoza Park, Milpitas, California 95035
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MORAGA:
NOV. 2: Disney’s 'Coco' Craft & Storytime. A Day of the Dead celebration.
- Moraga Library, 1500 St. Mary's Road, Moraga, California 94556
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MORGAN HILL:
OCT. 5: Fall Tarantula Fest. Fascinating walk & BBQ.
- Henry W. Coe State Park, 9000 East Dunne Ave., Morgan Hill, CA, 95037
OCT. 26: Family Halloween Geocache Night 2019: Coyote Valley. Great family fun, and Halloween costumes encouraged.
- Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve, 550 Palm Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037
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MOUNTAIN VIEW:
OCT. 26: Halloween Monster Bash 2019: Pioneer Park. A family-friendly town tradition.
- Pioneer Park, Mountain View, California 94041
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MUIR BEACH:
OCT. 19: Fall Harvest at Slide Ranch. Great day of family fun that includes a scarecrow parade. Tickets on sale.
- Slide Ranch, 2025 Shoreline Highway, Muir Beach, CA 94965
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NAPA:
OCT. 5: Fall Faire - Where Science Fair Meets Carnival. Among the fun, a stroll down amazing Scarecrow Row.
- 1710 Soscol Ave., Napa, CA
OCT. 12: Pie Baking Class. Master making those holiday pies!
- Ackerman Family Vineyards at the Ackerman Heritage House, 608 Randolph Street, Napa, CA, 94559
OCT. 19: Fire Dept. Open House & Halloween Costume Exchange. "Respook. Rewear. Rescare!"
- Fire Station #1, 930 Seminary St., Napa, CA
OCT. 26: Hometown Halloween Trick-or-Treat. "Trick or treat costume party for children of all ages."
- Napa, CA
OCT. 26: Tulocay Cemetery Walking Tour. "October Spooktacular Tour."
- 411 Coombsville Road, Napa, CA, 94558
OCT. 26: Family Fall Fest at The Village. Carnival games, Halloween crafts, cookie decorating & more.
- The Village, 850 Bordeaux Way, Napa, CA, 94558
OCT. 27: Ghosts and Ghouls Afternoon Tea Costume Party. "Leisurely Sunday afternoon basking in either the opulent Sitting Room, Parlor or formal Dining Room at the Ackerman Heritage House."
- Ackerman Family Vineyards at the Ackerman Heritage House, 608 Randolph Street, Napa, CA, 94559
OCT. 27: Haunted Dinner Party. Hands-on cooking class in professional cooking school, plus three-course, Halloween-themed dinner.
- The Village Food & Wine Center, 850 Bordeaux Way, Napa, CA 94558
OCT. 28: Wizards of Elixirs Cocktail Competition. Perfect fun for the spooky season!
- Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar, 1260 1st Street, Napa, CA, 94559
OCT. 29: Copia Community Trick-or-Treat. Followed up by screening of "Hocus Pocus."
- CIA at Copia, 500 1st St., Napa, CA
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NEWARK:
OCT. 17: Halloween Special-Effects Make-Up Class. Taught by experienced make-up artist.
- Silliman Activity and Family Aquatic Center, 6800 Mowry Ave., Newark, CA 94560
OCT. 31: Annual Trunks-of-Treats. Safe trick-or-treating at festively decorated cars.
- First Presbyterian Church of Newark, 35450 Newark Blvd, Newark, California 94560
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NOVATO:
OCT. 12: 'Monsters Inc.' Halloween Movie. Bundle up for seasonal, free, outdoor flick.
- Pocket Park, 950 7th Street, Novato, CA
OCT. 19: Not-So-Scary Halloween Magic Show. "Silly, fun, laughter-filled show" for all ages.
- Novato City Hall, 901 Sherman Ave., Novato, CA
OCT. 26: Safe Trick or Treat. For all ages!
- Downtown Novato, California 94945
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OAKLAND:
OCT. 17-19: 8th Annual Autumn Lights Festival. "Amazing illuminated art, music, food & drink."
- Gardens at Lake Merritt, 666 Bellevue Ave., Oakland, CA 94610
OCT. 19: Camron-Stanford Candlelight Night Tour. Special shadow-filled tour of Morbid Desire exhibit, plus spooky fun on veranda.
- Camron-Stanford House, 1418 Lakeside Dr, Oakland, California 94612
OCT. 19-20: 25th Annual Dias de los Muertos Community Celebration. Two-day extravaganza with food, crafts & dancing.
- Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak Street, Oakland, CA 94607
OCT. 26: Boo! Bark, Brews + Bites 2019: Jack London Square. With canine costume contest.
- Jack London Square, 472 Water Street, Oakland, California 94607
OCT. 26: 'Murder in Old Oakland' Camron-Stanford Mystery Game. Murder mystery inspired by Oakland history. Costumes encouraged; space is limited.
- Camron-Stanford House, 1418 Lakeside Dr, Oakland, California 94612
OCT. 26-27: 'Boo at the Zoo' & Trick-or-Treating. Kids in costume get free ride on Boo Train.
- Oakland Zoo, 9777 Golf links Road, Oakland, California 94605
OCT. 26-27: Jack O'Lantern Jamboree 2019: Children’s Fairyland. A sweet, longtime tradition with costume parades, pirate school & rides.
- Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave., Oakland, California 94610
OCT. 30: Haunted Howl-o-ween Party for Dogs 2019: Wag Hotels. Supports Pets in Need Rescue. Costume contest, too.
- Wag Hotels, 39 4th St., Oakland, CA 94607
OCT. 30-NOV. 2: School For The Arts' Haunted House. This year's theme is "Cabin Fever."
- Black Box Theatre, 530 19th Street, Oakland, CA 94612
OCT. 31: Temescal Trick or Treat. More than 40 merchants participating.
- Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA
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ORINDA:
OCT. 6: Orinda Olive Festival. Annual event celebrating olives, nature & fall!
- Wagner Ranch Nature Area, Orinda, CA
OCT. 27: Halloween Walk For Littles & Middles. With crafts and games, and all free.
- Orinda Theatre Square, 2 Orinda Theatre Sq, Orinda, California 94563
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PACIFICA:
OCT. 4-20: Agatha Christie's 'Mousetrap': Spindrift Theater. The perfect theater performance for the Halloween season!
- Spindrift Theater, 1050 Crespi Drive, Pacifica, California 94044
OCT. 19: Aquatic Halloween Pumpkin Patch. Kids can swim for a pumpkin, then decorate it and take it home.
- Brink Pool, 401 Paloma Ave., Pacifica, CA
OCT. 26-27: Halloween Spooktacular Carnival & Haunted House. Food, fun, games, prizes & fun for all.
- Pacifica Community Center, 540 Crespi Drive, Pacifica, CA
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PALO ALTO:
OCT. 27: Blossom Halloween Carnival. "Palo Alto's most popular FREE Halloween event for the whole family!"
- South California Ave (between Birch and Park Blvd) Palo Alto, CA
OCT. 31: Halloween Spooktacular 2019: Stanford Shopping Center. Center-wide, trick-or-treaing on the agenda.
- Stanford Shopping Center, 660 Stanford Shopping Ctr, Palo Alto, California 94304
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PETALUMA:
OCT. 6-NOV. 2: Día de los Muertos Celebrations. A month of festivities hosted throughout the city.
OCT. 12-13 & 19-20: Tolay Fall Festival. Among the best fall fests the region has to offer!
- Tolay Lake Regional Park, 5869 Cannon Lane, Petaluma, CA 94954
OCT. 19: Annual Cemetery Walk 2019: Cypress Hill. A popular tour that takes one back in time.
- Cypress Hill Memorial Park, 430 Magnolia Ave., Petaluma, CA 94952
OCT. 19 & 26: Pumpkins On Pikes - Halloween 2019: Tara Firma Farms. "When the sun goes down the pumpkins are lit."
- Tara Firma Farms, 3796 I Street Ext., Petaluma, California 94952
OCT. 26: Hound 4 Huntington's Dog Costume Walk. Contests for pets, and a fire engine for the little ones to see.
- Shollenberger Park, 1400 Cader Lane, Petaluma, CA, 94954
OCT. 26: Halloween Trick-or-Treating 2019: Plaza North. Event is free.
- The Plaza North Shopping Center, 259 N. McDowell Blvd. # B, Petaluma, California 94954
OCT. 26-27: Hotel Petaluma Petalumpkin Jack-o'-Lantern Display. Don't miss the hometown entries!
- Hotel Petaluma, 205 Kentucky St., Petaluma, California 94952
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PIEDMONT:
OCT. 19: Halloween Carnival & Haunted Hotel. Hosted by the rec department.
- Piedmont Main Park, 711 Highland Ave., Piedmont, CA
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PINOLE:
OCT. 17: Halloween Luncheon 2019: Senior Center. Wear your costume! Tickets on sale.
- Pinole Senior Center, 2500 Charles St, Pinole, California 94564
OCT. 19: Halloween Family Dance & Costume Parade. A new city event.
NOV. 2: Holiday Craft Fair. Get a jump on your holiday shopping!
- Senior Center, 2500 Charles Ave. Pinole, CA, 94564
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PLEASANT HILL:
OCT. 13: Pumpkin Splash 2019: Aquatic Park. Carnival games, too.
- Pleasant Hill Aquatic Park, 147 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
OCT. 20: Fall Festival. A market in a garden.
- Le Jardin Salon, 1603 Oak Park Blvd., Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523
OCT. 25: Trunk or Treat & Halloween Activities. A fun, spooktacular event.
- 147 Gregory Ln, Pleasant Hill, California 94523
OCT. 25: Halloween Masquerade Ball. "Venetian Masks complete the dress code!"
- Pleasant Hill Community Center, 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523
OCT. 26: Carnoween: Pleasant Hill Elementary's Annual Halloween Carnival. With costume parade, music, inflatables, games, a petting zoo, a spooky haunted house & more.
- Pleasant Hill Elementary School, 2097 Oak Park Blvd., Pleasant Hill, CA
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PLEASANTON:
OCT. 4-NOV. 2: Pirates of Emerson Halloween Haunt 2019: Fairgrounds. "Your worst nightmares become real. The only thing on your mind will be your survival."
- Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, California 94566
OCT. 19: Halloween Scavenger Hunt. "Children have to solve the clue in order to find the next downtown location, where they will be given a small goodie or treat."
- Main Street, Downtown Pleasanton, CA
OCT. 24: Ghoulish Good Time at Pleasanton Gateway. Free event with music & trick-or-treating.
- Bernal Ave and I-680 in Pleasanton, CA 94566
OCT. 25-27: Harvest Festival 2019: Entertainment, a kids' zone and festival food.
- Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, California 94566
OCT. 26: Halloween Brew Crawl. "Sip on craft brews and cider all while enjoying tasty bites and live music along the way at over 25 downtown locations!"
- Main Street, Downtown Pleasanton, CA
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POINT REYES:
NOV. 2: Dia De Los Muertos Celebration. "Games, food, activities and time to reflect on the best memories."
- Point Reyes National Seashore, 1 Bear Valley Rd, Point Reyes Station, California 94956
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REDWOOD CITY:
OCT. 24-27: Sequoia Fall Musical-The Addams Family. Perfect family event that fits the season!
- Carrington Hall, 1201 Brewster Ave., Redwood City, CA
OCT. 26:Halloween Carnival: Redwood Parents Nursery School. Sweet event for little ones 7 and younger.
- Redwood Parents Nursery School, 3997 Jefferson Ave, Redwood City, California 94062
OCT. 27: Halloween Party for Children. A sweet agenda with Halloween crafts.
- Redwood City Public Library, 1044 Middlefield Rd, Redwood City, California 94063
OCT. 30: Haunted Howl-o-ween Party for Dogs 2019: Wag Hotels. Supports Pets In Need Rescue. With costume contest, too.
- Wag Hotels, 1025 Hansen Way, Redwood City, CA 94063
NOV. 3: Dia de los Muertos Fest & Procession. Annually attracts thousands with food, dancing & altars.
- Courthouse Square, 2200 Broadway St, Redwood City, California 94063
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RICHMOND:
OCT. 25: NAMI CC Day of the Dead to Promote Mental Health Through Culture. Fabulous event with altars, music, free food, kids' activities and celebration.
- The Latina Center, 3727 Barrett Ave., Richmond, CA
OCT. 26: De Anza High Haunted House. Versions include scary & not-so-scary, so fun for the whole family!
- De Anza High School, 5000 Valley View Road, Richmond, CA 94803-2599
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ROHNERT PARK:
OCT. 11-31: Blind Scream Haunted House. "Two heart-thumping, blood-pumping experiences that will not disappoint."
- Formerly Sears Auto Center at 98 Santa Rosa Plaza, Rohnert Park, CA
OCT. 26: Halloween Carnival & Costume Parade. With DJ, kid-friendly haunted maze, animals, crafts & games, too.
- Rohnert Park Community Services, 5401 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park, California 94928
OCT. 27: Symphony's 'Halloween With Harry Potter' - "Interactive concert with storytelling, music and delightful mayhem."
- Green Music Center, 1801 East Cotati Ave., Rohnert Park, California
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SAINT HELENA:
OCT. 27: Pumpkin-Carving & Brunch 2019: Long Meadow Ranch. Tickets on sale!
- Long Meadow Ranch Winery & Farmstead, 738 Main St, Saint Helena, California 94574
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SAN ANSELMO:
OCT. 21: Pumpkin Painting Party. "Turn a pumpkin into a masterpiece."
- Library, 110 Tunstead Ave., San Anselmo, CA, 94960
OCT. 30: Goblins' Spooktacular. A town tradition!
- Downtown San Anselmo between Woodland and Fire Department, San Anselmo, CA 94960
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SAN BRUNO:
OCT. 21: Dia de Los Muertos Story & Sugar-Skull Decorating. For little ones, followed by storytime.
- San Bruno Public Library, 701 Angus Ave W, San Bruno, California 94066
OCT. 24: Goblin Grotto. With trick-or-treating, carnival & more. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
- San Bruno Community Services Department, 251 City Park Way, San Bruno, California 94066
OCT. 26: Adult Sugar-Skull Decorating - Día de los Muertos. Supplies & event are free.
- San Bruno Public Library, 701 Angus Ave. W., San Bruno, California 94066
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SAN CARLOS:
OCT. 25: Goblin Walk Trick-or-Treat. "The first 1,000 Trick-or-Treaters can pick up a Goblin Walk Trick-or-Treat bag at Harrington Park or from any Goblin Walk volunteer."
- Laurel Street, San Carlos, CA
OCT. 26: Haunted Hangar Party 2019: Hiller Aviation Museum. Family event with food, DJ, creepy Museum gallery and helicopter pumpkin drop.
- Hiller Aviation Museum, 601 Skyway Rd, San Carlos, California 94070
NOV. 1: Fright Night Halloween Party 2019: Domenico Winery. Among the fun: 'Horror d'oeuvres.'
- Domenico Winery, 1697 Industrial Road, San Carlos, CA 94070
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SAN FRANCISCO:
OCT. 10-NOV. 10: Haunted 'Terror Vault' 2019: SF Mint. "Discover the untold story and dark history of the underground vaults as you travel through the hidden horrors that continue to plague and terrorize."
- The San Francisco Mint, 88 5th Street, San Francisco, CA
OCT. 16: Beyond Borders: Ghost Story Jam. "Join us on Oct 16 as we call in the spirits for our Ghosts Story Jam!"
- PianoFight, 144 Taylor St., San Francisco, CA 94102
OCT. 16-30: Haunted Cellar. Be prepared to scream!
- A Secret Location, Near 16th Street Bart, San Francisco, CA 94110
OCT. 25: Zoo Fur Ball 2019: MasqueROAR 2019. Superb event, and another chance to wear a costume!
- San Francisco Zoo, Sloat Blvd and the Great Highway, San Francisco, California 94132
OCT. 26: Pier Pressure Black Pearl - SF Halloween Yacht Party. "The ultimate Halloween party cruise."
- Pier 3, The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, 94105
OCT. 26:W San Francisco Halloween - Superheroes vs. Villains. For 21+.
- W Hotel, 181 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103
OCT. 26: San Francisco Halloween Weekend Pub Crawl (Marina District). "Massive Halloween Pub Crawl with Spook-tacular nights of fun with half a dozen bars."
- Various Venues, 1980 Union Street, San Francisco, 94123
OCT. 26: Pumpkin Festival 2019: Sherman Elementary. Park your broom for a very spooky time!
- Sherman Elementary, 1651 Union St., San Francisco, California 94123
OCT. 30: Ghoulish Pairings 2019: SF Cheese School. "Wear a costume or not, we'll bring the treats!"
- The Cheese School of San Francisco, 900 North Point St. at Ghirardelli Square, San Francisco, CA 94109
OCT. 31: Titanic Masquerade - Pier Pressure SF Halloween Party Cruise. "The ultimate 8th annual Masquerade Party Cruise."
- Pier 3, The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, 94105
OCT. 31: Halloween with John Rybak + Friends at Revolution Cafe. "Fun evening of music and costume party."
- Revolution Cafe, 3248 22nd St., San Francisco, CA, 94110
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SAN JOSE:
SEPT. 6-NOV. 2: 'Unhinged' New 'Horror Experience': Winchester Mystery House: New terrifying fun replaces the Candlelight Tours.
- Winchester Mystery House, 525 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, California 95128
OCT. 4-6: Glass Pumpkin Festival 2019: Santana Row. Thousands of hand-blown glass pumpkins crafted by Bay Area Glass Institute artists and renowned artisans from around the country.
- Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, California 95128
OCT. 10-20: Teatro Visión's Macario. "The classic Day of the Dead story told through music and dance, spectacle and song."
- School of Arts and Culture at the Mexican Heritage Plaza Theater, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose, CA 95116
OCT. 19: Sarah's Spirited Supper 2019: Winchester Mystery House. "Gourmet Halloween-themed dinner in the Estate’s beautiful ballroom."
- Winchester Mystery House, 525 S Winchester Blvd., San Jose, California 95128
OCT. 25-26: Trick-or-Treat Trail 2019: Winchester Mystery House. Great family fun, and free!
- Winchester Mystery House, 525 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, California 95128
OCT. 29: Halloween Family Fun Fest 2019: Santana Row. Trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating & more.
- Santana Row, 377 Santana Row, San Jose, California 95128
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SAN LEANDRO:
SEPT. 27- NOV. 2: Fear Overload Scream Park. "It's time to SCREAM!"
- Bayfair Center, 15555 East 14th St., San Leandro, CA, 94578
OCT. 5 & 6: MUERTOS FANTASIA CELEBRATION. "Ballet Folklorico Mexico Danza."
- San Leandro Performing Arts Center, 2500 Bancroft Ave., San Leandro, CA, 94577
OCT. 19: Free Halloween Costume Swap, Craft Party: San Leandro Swap your old costume for something new (that fits!) and enjoy fun Halloween crafts!
- San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave, San Leandro, CA, 94577
OCT. 24: Dia de los Muertos Celebration. Dance performance, too.
- San Leandro Main Library, 300 Estudillo Ave, San Leandro, CA, 94577
OCT. 26: Halloween SOUL Show Niecey Robinson 2019: BAL. "Experience the music of Chaka Khan, Prince, Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight and more."
- BAL Theatre, 14808 E 14th St, San Leandro, California 94578
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SAN MATEO:
OCT. 4: CuriOdyssey Family Night - Kids In Costume Free. Meet that slither and screech, and enjoy cash bar, live rock, rhythm and blues with a few spooky tunes mixed in.
- CuriOdyssey, 651 Coyote Point Dr, San Mateo, California 94401
OCT. 5: Dia de los Muertos Event. Face-painting, jumpers, music, dance, food & more.
- Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 725 Monte Diablo Ave, San Mateo, CA
OCT. 19: Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch. Featuring inflatables, pick-a-pumpkin patch, music and children’s crafts.
- Martin Luther King Park, 725 Monte Diablo Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401-1914
OCT. 31: Halloween Spooktacular 2019: Hillsdale. With parade & entertainment.
- Hillsdale Shopping Center, 60 31st Ave, San Mateo, California 94403
NOV. 1: Dia de los Muertos Family Night 2019: CuriOdyssey. Attendee make flowers for celebratory ofrenda honoring beloved animals.
- CuriOdyssey, 1651 Coyote Point Dr, San Mateo, California 94401
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SAN RAFAEL:
OCT. 26: Trick or Treat & Pet Parade. A full day of Halloween fun for residents & their furry family members!
- Downtown San Rafael, CA
OCT. 26: Graveyard Stroll & S'mores. With scary and less scary routes; bring flashlights!
- Meet at Marin County Parks Lucas Valley Field Office, 18 Jeannette Prandi Way, San Rafael, CA
OCT. 31: Halloween Night Bash at George's Nightclub. With costume contest, Buckets of Beer specials & Halloween-themed drink specials.
- George's Nightclub, 842 4th Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901
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SANTA CLARA:
SEPT. 27-NOV. 2: Halloween Haunt 2019: California's Great America. "Terrifying haunted mazes and attractions, thrilling scare zones and ghoulish live shows."
- California's Great America, 4701 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, California 95054
SEPT. 28-NOV. 3: Great Pumpkin Fest 2019: California's Great America. Family fun with hay maze and trick-or-treating.
- California's Great America, 4701 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, California 95054
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SANTA CRUZ:
OCT. 19-31: 13 Days of Halloween on the Wharf. Find your fun!
- Santa Cruz Wharf, 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
OCT. 20: Floating Pumpkin Patch. Dive in ... and for a good cause.
- Simpkins Family Swim Center, 979 17th Ave., Santa Cruz, California 95062
OCT. 26: Museum of the Macabre. Come in costume!
- Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 E. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California 95062
OCT. 26: Gault Elementary Halloween Parade & Carnival. A community tradition!
- Parade begins at the Buttery, 702 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz
OCT. 27: Día de los Muertos Festival & 5K/3K. "With Mexican dance, colorful costumes, face painting, special performances, homemade altars (ofrendas), and food vendors."
- East Cliff Shopping Center, 21513 East Cliff Drive, Live Oak, Santa Cruz, CA
NOV. 2: Dia De Los Muertos - Day of the Dead Festival. "Join in on a procession to enjoy more dance, music and outdoor altars at Evergreen Cemetery."
- Procession begins at Cooper Street, Downtown Santa Cruz (MAH), Santa Cruz, California 95060
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SANTA ROSA:
OCT. 4-5: Sonoma County Harvest Fair & Grape Stomp. Eat, drink & be merry!
- Sonoma County Harvest Fair, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd, Santa Rosa, California 95404
OCT. 10-NOV. 3: Pumpkin Nights Halloween 2019: Sonoma Co. Fairgrounds. "Magical quest along a half-mile walking path ... over 3,000 hand-carved real and synthetic pumpkins."
- Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
OCT. 26: Hoot ‘n Howl: Night Critters of the Laguna. Owls, bats & Halloween crafts.
- Laguna Environmental Center, 900 Sanford Road, Santa Rosa, CA
OCT. 26: Halloween Fun At Howarth Memorial Park. Expected to sell out, so get your passes!
- Howarth Memorial Park, 600 Summerfield Road, Santa Rosa, California 95405
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SARATOGA:
OCT. 18-20. Sacred Heart Fall Carnival. Bands, food, rides & more!
- Sacred Hear Parish, 13716 Saratoga Ave., Saratoga, CA
OCT. 26: Witchy Walk-A-Bout Trick-or-Treat. With a slew of fun activities planned.
- Downtown Saratoga Village, Saratoga, CA 95070
NOV. 3: Dia De Los Muertos 2019: The Mountain Winery. With music, dancing & authentic Mexican food and beverages.
The Mountain Winery, 14831 Pierce Road, Saratoga, California
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SAUSALITO:
OCT. 19-20:Goblin Jamboree 2019: Bay Area Discovery Museum. Pony rides, hay maze and witch races just among the fun!
- Bay Area Discovery Museum, 557 McReynolds Road, Sausalito, CA 94965
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SCOTTS VALLEY:
OCT. 25: Halloween Movie & Food Trucks In The Park. Dress in costume & get a treat!
- Skypark, 361 Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066-4036
OCT. 31: Boys & Girls Clubs' Trunk or Treat. Costume parade, free admission, and cake walk, too.
- 5060 Scotts Valley Dr, Scotts Valley, CA 95066-4266
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SONOMA:
OCT. 4, 16 & 18: Haunted Ghost Walk. "Tour is led by real paranormal investigators."
- Sonoma Plaza Ghost Walking Tour, 1st St E, Sonoma, California 95476
OCT. 26: Harvest Masquerade Ball 2019: Buena Vista Winery. "A modern twist on a historic ball with great music, light hors-d’oeuvres and delicious Buena Vista wines."
- Buena Vista Winery, 18000 Old Winery Rd, Sonoma, California 95476
OCT. 31: Spooktacular Halloween Around The Plaza. Arrive in costume!
- Sonoma Plaza, 453 First Street East, Sonoma CA, 95476
OCT. 31: 9th Annual Sonoma Lighthouse Halloween Costume Carnival.Free and fun event for the whole family!
- Lighthouse Christian Church, 700 Verano Ave., Sonoma, CA, 95476
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SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO:
OCT. 26: Halloween Extravaganza & Haunted House. Advance ticket purchase recommended as space is limited.
- South San Francisco Parks and Recreation Department, 33 Arroyo Drive, South San Francisco, California 94080
OCT. 31: Halloween Crafts: 3D Paper Pumpkins. Tap your creative side with the fun event.
- South San Francisco Grand Library, 306 Walnut Ave., South San Francisco, California 94080
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SUISUN CITY:
Saturdays & Sundays, OCT. 12 - 27: Pumpkin Patch & Train Rides 2019: Western Railway. With tractor rides, field maze, pumpkin chucking, petting zoo, pony rides and the giant hay bale fortress!
- Western Railway Museum, 5848 State Highway 12, Suisun City, California 94585
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SUNNYVALE:
OCT. 26: Trunk or Treat 2019: Presbyterian Church. Come in costume!
- Sunnyvale Presbyterian Church, 728 W. Fremont Ave., Sunnyvale, California 94087
OCT. 27: K-9 Officer 'Jax' Memorial Halloween Pet Parade. "On Oct. 31, 2017, K-9 officer Jax died during a confrontation with a suspect engaged in domestic violence." This event is a tribute & fundraiser.
- Sunnyvale Downtown, 260 South Sunnyvale Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
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TIBURON:
OCT. 26: Jeepers Jack-O-Lanterns with Park Rangers. Fun family event!
- Paradise Beach Park ,3450 Paradise Drive, Tiburon, CA
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UNION CITY:
OCT. 19: Running Dead 5K Fun Run & 'Car'nival Trunk or Treat. Walk like a zombie .. or run!
- Civic Center - City Hall, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City
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VACAVILLE:
OCT. 19-20: Solano County Home & Garden Fall Festival. With scarecrow contest & pet parade!
- Nut Tree Family Park, 1661 E. Monte Vista Ave., Vacaville, CA 95688
OCT. 26: Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade & Costume Contest. "Day of treats, tricks and a howling good time!"
- Andrews Park, 614 E Monte Vista Ave., Vacaville, California 95688
OCT. 31: Gathering of Ghosts, Goblins & Ghouls at Vacaville Commons. Enjoy free trick-or-treating and street entertainment
- Vacaville Commons, 2098 Harbison Drive, Vacaville, CA, 95687
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VALLEJO:
Through NOV. 2.: Fright Fest 2019: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. Multiple attractions for those who loved being scared to death.
- Six Flags Discovery Kingdom,1001 Fairgrounds Drive, Vallejo, CA 94589
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WALNUT CREEK:
OCT. 19: Growl-O-Ween PAWty at Ruth Bancroft Garden. Ultimate Halloween party for dogs & their humans. RSVPs requested.
- Ruth Bancroft Garden & Nursery, 1552 Bancroft Road, Walnut Creek, CA, 94598
OCT. 25: Trick or Treat 2019: Downtown. Free fun courtesy of participating businesses.
- City Hall Plaza, 1666 N. Main St., Walnut Creek, CA 94596
OCT. 25: Trunk or Treat at Civic Park. Enjoy "candy lane" and games & activites.
- Civic Park Community Center, 1375 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA
OCT. 25-26: Elks Lodge Halloween Haunted House. $1 off with canned-food donation.
- Walnut Creek Elks Lodge, 1475 Creekside Dr, Walnut Creek, California 94596
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WATSONVILLE:
OCT. 13: Pumpkin Harvest Party & Music 2019: Crystal Bay Farm. With crafts for the kids!
- Crystal Bay Farm, 40 Zils Rd, Watsonville, California 95076
OCT. 30-31: Halloween Maze Of Horror. With various levels of "scary."
- Gene Hoularis & Waldo Rodriguez Youth Center, 30 Maple Ave., Watsonville, CA 9507
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WOODLAND:
OCT. 18: Tractors & Brews 2019: California Agriculture Museum. Celebrate fall!
- California Agriculture Museum & Event Center, 1958 Hays Ln, Woodland, California 95776
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WOODSIDE:
OCT. 12: Orchard Day 2019: Filoli. Cider-tasting and bluegrass music on the agenda.
- Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, California 94062
OCT. 17 & 19: Fall Afternoon Tea 2019: Filoli. With seasonal tea sandwiches, scones with Heirloom Apple Butter and pumpkin-themed desserts. Yum!
- Filoli, 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, California 94062
Oct. 19: CHC Rocktoberfest. Autumn fundraiser at rustic, casual setting in Woodside
- NCEFT 880 Runnymede Road, Woodside, CA 94062
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YOUNTVILLE:
OCT. 26: Halloween Carnival. "Afternoon of games, crafts, snacks and tons of non-candy prizes."
- Yountville Community Center, 6516 Washington St., Yountville, California 94599
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