Spider Pavilion at Natural History Museum

September 14 - November 30: Walk among hundreds of orb weavers, see giant garden spider webs, and check out tarantulas, wolf spiders, and more.

Dates:
Location:
Natural History Museum 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
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Knott’s Scary Farm

September 18 - November 1: The fully transformed theme park features uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog and hiding in every corner of the park.

Dates:
Location:
Knott's Berry Farm 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park
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Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns | South Coast Botanic Garden

September 19–November 2: Stroll through glowing pumpkin displays, enjoy live entertainment, roast s’mores, and play in the Fun Zone at Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns.

Dates:
Location:
South Coast Botanic Garden 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula

Halloween Bash at Kidspace Children’s Museum

September 20 - October 31: March in costume parades, mix potions, bowl pumpkins, and create silly monsters at the Kidspace Halloween Bash in Pasadena, the cutest way to celebrate spooky season.

Dates:
Location:
Kidspace Children's Museum 480 North Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA
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Knott’s Spooky Farm in Buena Park

September 25 - October 31: Trick-or-treat through Ghost Town, join Snoopy’s costume party, and ride the Halloween Hootenanny log flume at Knott’s Spooky Farm, a daytime celebration made just for kids.

Dates:
Location:
Knott's Berry Farm 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park
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Nights of the Jack in Calabasas

September 26 - November 1: Walk through an interactive trail filled with thousands of hand-carved, illuminated pumpkins. Vast grounds of elaborate, larger-than-life pumpkin installations greet visitors as they walk around the history-filled ranch.

Dates:
Location:
King Gillette Ranch 26800 Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas
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Cost:
$29.35 – $57.42

Kids Free San Diego

October 1-31: During the entire month of October, kids 12 and under receive free admission with a paid adult to more than 60 of San Diego County's favorite museums, historic sites, aquariums, gardens and more. Many are even free for the whole family!

Dates:
Location:
San Diego San Diego, CA
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Cost:
Free

Spooktacular Golf at Camelot Golfland

October 1-31: Camelot Golfland transforms to a spooktacular attraction. Play mini golf amid festive lights and decorations.

Dates:
Location:
Camelot Golfland 3200 Carpenter Avenue, Anaheim, CA
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Carved at Descanso Gardens

October 3-30: Be enchanted by luminous jack-o’- lanterns, fall foliage, and whimsical displays.

Dates:
Location:
Descanso Gardens 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, CA
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Cost:
$30 – $45

Adventure City’s Boo-Tastic Halloween Party in Anaheim

SELECT DATES, OCTOBER 4 - OCTOBER 31: A boo-tastic Halloween party featuring exciting rides, trick-or-treating, scavenger hunts, free glow accessories, dance party, and more!

Dates:
Location:
Adventure City 1238 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, Ca
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Cost:
$36.95

HalGLOWeen at San Diego Zoo

Fridays–Sundays, October: Watch glowing acrobats, meet “spooky” animals, and dance to DJ beats at HalGLOWeen — the San Diego Zoo’s light-up Halloween celebration for the whole family.

Dates:
HalGLOWeen at San Diego Zoo
Location:
San Diego Zoo 920 Zoo Drive, San Diego

Art of KPOP Demon Hunters at Gallery Nucleus in Alhambra

October 18–November 2: Explore behind-the-scenes artwork from KPOP Demon Hunters at Gallery Nucleus, featuring concept pieces, tributes, and new works from production artists. FREE after Oct 19!

Dates:
Location:
Gallery Nucleus 210 East Main St,, Alhambra, CA
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Haunted Jail & Safety Expo in Lakewood

October 23: A spooky family event featuring kids spooky maze, haunted jail, games, attractions, and a display of first responder vehicles. FREEish!

Dates:
Location:
Lakewood Sheriff's Station 5130 Clark Ave, Lakewood, CA
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Día de Los Muertos at Fullerton College

October 23: Enjoy an evening filled with music, food, activities, vendors, and performances that honor ancestors.

Dates:
Location:
Fullerton College 321 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, CA
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Cost:
Free

Spooky Campover at Lions Tigers & Bears

October 24-25: Camp out in the countryside and sleep under the stars. This spooky overnight event includes campfire songs and s'mores, animal trivia, pumpkin carving, and a Halloween costume contest.

Dates:
Location:
Lions Tigers & Bears 24402 Martin Way, Alpine, CA
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Cost:
$55 – $80

HI-CHEW® House of Mystery at Irvine Spectrum Center

October 24–26: Solve candy-themed challenges and taste test mystery flavors at HI-CHEW®’s House of Mystery pop-up at Irvine Spectrum. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Irvine Spectrum Center 670 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine
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Cost:
Free

YMCA of OC Trunk or Treats

October 17-25: Families can enjoy safe trick-or-treating, decorated trunks, costumes, games, music, and plenty of festive fun at branches across the county. October 17: Newport Beach • October 18: Laguna Niguel • October 24: Huntington Beach • October 24: Mission Viejo • October 25: Fullerton. FREE!

Dates:
YMCA of OC Trunk or Treats
Location:
Orange County
Cost:
Free

Witches Paddle at Ventura Harbor

October 24: Watch witches paddle and kayak through the harbor. Plus, enjoy food, drinks, and live music in Ventura Harbor Village.

Dates:
Location:
Ventura Harbor Village 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA
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Cost:
Free

Science Night at Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa

October 24: Explore science demos, visit the aquarium and planetarium, and enjoy free hot dogs during Science Night at Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Orange Coast College 2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa
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Cost:
Free

Fullerton PD Trunk-or-Treat in Downtown Fullerton

October 24: Trick-or-treat with local officers and enjoy festive fun at Fullerton PD’s annual Trunk-or-Treat downtown.

Dates:
Location:
Downtown Fullerton Harbor Blvd., Pomona Ave., and Wilshire Ave., Fullerton
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Cost:
Free

Halloween at Redondo Beach Pier

October 24: Halloween celebration with trick-or-treating along the pier and boardwalk, sponsored giveaways, and a themed selfie station. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Redondo Beach Pier 500 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA
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Cost:
Free

Halloween Aglow at Birch Aquarium

October 24-25: Trick-or-treat, play games, and see underwater pumpkin carving at Birch Aquarium’s Halloween Aglow.

Dates:
Location:
Birch Aquarium 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA
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Cost:
$35 – $40

Boonion Station at Union Station LA

October 25: Enjoy trick-or-treating, crafts, dancing, and a costume contest at the 6th Annual Boonion Station Halloween celebration at Union Station in LA. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Union Station Los Angeles 800 N Alameda St., Los Angeles
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Cost:
Free

Halloween Street Fest at the Whittier Museum

October 25-26: Trick-or-treat, see cool cars, and explore the Whittier Museum’s haunted “Folklore Gone Wrong” maze at the Halloween Street Fair and Car Show. FREEish!

Dates:
Location:
Whittier Historical Society & Museum 6755 Newlin Ave., Whittier, CA
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Cost:
Free

Pumpkin Diving in Mission Viejo

October 25: Jump in and pick your pumpkin as the Sierra pool is transformed into a floating pumpkin patch. Decorate your pumpkin and play fun carnival games.

Dates:
Location:
Sierra Recreation Center 26887 Recodo Lane, Mission Viejo, CA
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Cost:
$5 – $10

The Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade

October 25: Celebrate Anaheim’s Fall Festival with costume contests, live music, vendors, and a returning classic car show—then stay for the famous Halloween Parade at 7 PM. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade Center St., Anaheim, CA
Cost:
Free

Harbor Hayride at Ocean Institute in Dana Point

October 25: Enjoy live music, apple cider, temporary tattoos and trick-or-treating all while cruising the beautiful Dana Point Harbor on the R/V Sea Explorer.

Dates:
Location:
Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA
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Cost:
$40

Boo at The Zoo at Wild Wonders

October 18-19 & 25-26: Join Wild Wonders for some spooky fun the last two weekends in October. Go on a flashlight tour to see nocturnal animals, plus enjoy candy stations and apple cider.

Dates:
Boo at The Zoo at Wild Wonders
Location:
Wild Wonders 5712 Via Montellano, Bonsall, CA
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Cost:
$23.32 – $44.52

Weekend Train & Trolley Rides at Southern California Railway Museum in Perris

Weekends, January 11 - October 26: Take a ride on the Museum Railway on a real operating trolley or behind a locomotive every weekend. Parking, entry to grounds, and entry to open exhibits are free (except during special ticketed events).

Location:
Southern California Railway Museum 2201 South A St., Perris, CA
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Boo at the LA Zoo

October 18-19 & 25-26: The Halloween spirit will be in full swing with trick-or-treating stations featuring premium Mars candies, plus animal pumpkin feedings, themed photo ops, education stations, an extinct animal graveyard, and more. Costumes are encouraged!

Dates:
Boo at the LA Zoo
Location:
LA Zoo 5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA
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Boo at the Santa Ana Zoo

October 18-19 & 25-26: Halloween family festival including trick-or-treating, lights & decorations, nocturnal animal presentations, scavenger hunt, and rides (ride tickets required).

Dates:
Boo at the Santa Ana Zoo
Location:
Santa Ana Zoo 1801 E. Chestnut Ave., Santa Ana
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Cost:
$30 – $35

Disclaimer: The Kidsguide team does their best to keep event details accurate at the time of posting, but information can change without notice! Be sure to double-check with the event organizer before heading out. Kidsguide is not responsible for any errors, omissions, or changes on our calendar—we’re just here to help you find the fun!


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