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17 events
Oct16Fri

Hana Field Pumpkin Patch

Oct 3 to 31
Hana Field Pumpkin Patch & Flower Field, Costa Mesa
under 1 mi (city area)

Pick pumpkins and flowers, wander the flower fields, try the Jurassic Fright corn maze and visit the barnyard. A stroller or wagon helps with the haul.

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Oct16Fri

OC Japan Fair

Oct 16 to 18
Anaheim Building, Los Alamitos Building, Main Mall, OC Promenade, Costa Mesa
under 1 mi (city area)

A multi-day celebration of Japanese culture across the fairgrounds.

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Oct24Sat

6th Annual All Abilities Celebration

Sat, Oct 24  ·  11 AM to 2 PM
Segerstrom Center, Argyros Plaza, Costa Mesa
under 1 mi (city area)

A day of shows, workshops and information tables designed to be accessible to everyone, with an ASL interpreter. Parking is paid.

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Oct24Sat

Halloweekend at The Crossing

Sat, Oct 24
The Crossing, Costa Mesa
under 1 mi (city area)

A free, monster-mash-themed afternoon of candy and games for families.

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Oct26Mon

Bring Your Own Baby Tour & Tea

Mon, Oct 26  ·  11 AM
UCI Langson Orange County Museum of Art, Costa Mesa
under 1 mi (city area)

A half-hour stroller tour of the museum for parents of babies up to one year, followed by free tea. Free tickets are required.

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Nov7Sat

Repticon

Nov 7 to 8
Huntington Beach Building, Costa Mesa
under 1 mi (city area)

A reptile and exotic pet show and sale.

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Dec5Sat

Make It, Take It: DIY Winter Wreaths

Sat, Dec 5
Centennial Farm, Millennium Barn, Costa Mesa
under 1 mi (city area)

Make a winter wreath at Centennial Farm. Ribbon and décor selection is limited, so feel free to bring your own.

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Oct24Sat

Boo at the Bay: Family Halloween Party

Sat, Oct 24
Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center, Newport Beach
about 3.2 mi (city area)

A free family Halloween party with stories, crafts, science demos and animal visits, including booths from the OC Bird of Prey Center and the Environmental Nature Center.

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Oct24Sat

Halloween Spooktacular

Sat, Oct 24  ·  3:00 to 6:00 PM
Mariners Park, Newport Beach
about 3.2 mi (city area)

Free trunk-or-treating with carnival games, bounce houses, costume contests and food trucks.

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Oct30Fri

Wild Tales: A Halloween Adventure

Fri, Oct 30
Upper Newport Bay, Newport Beach
about 3.2 mi (city area)

A story, short family hike and craft about the creepy-crawly creatures of Upper Newport Bay. Costumes welcome.

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Dec16Wed

Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Cruise

Dec 16 to 20  ·  Three departures nightly, 5:30 PM to 9:50 PM
Newport Landing, Newport Beach
about 3.2 mi (city area)

Watch the lighted boats glide through Newport Harbor from the water on a guided evening cruise. Three departures run each parade night, and reservations are required.

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Oct24Sat

SoCal's Sunset Trick or Trot 5K/10K

Sat, Oct 24  ·  4:30 PM
Bolsa Chica State Beach, Lot 25, Huntington Beach
about 4.6 mi (city area)

Run or trot into the sunset with beach views, Halloween fun and a Trunk-or-Treat Expo at 3 PM.

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Oct31Sat

HB Downtown Surf City Spooktacular

Sat, Oct 31
Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center, Huntington Beach
about 4.6 mi (city area)

Main Street turns into a trick-or-treat route with a monster march, costume contest, character appearances and the Boo Wave, supporting Waymakers.

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Nov8Sun

St. Martin's Lantern Fest & Parade

Sun, Nov 8  ·  Evening
Old World Village, Huntington Beach
about 4.6 mi (city area)

A lantern procession through the German courtyard. Free.

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Discovery Day at the Farm

Select dates, Oct 2026 through May 2027
Centennial Farm, Costa Mesa
under 1 mi (city area)

A recurring Discovery Day program at Centennial Farm. See the OC Fair calendar for details and registration.

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Newport Beach Holiday Lights Cruises

Nov 27 to Dec 15 and Dec 21 to Jan 1  ·  Departures 5:30, 7:00 and 8:30 PM
Newport Landing, Newport Beach
about 3.2 mi (city area)

A 75-minute evening harbor cruise past decorated waterfront homes and boats, with departures at 5:30, 7:00 and 8:30 PM. Reservations are required.

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Oktoberfest at Old World Village

Select days through Nov 8  ·  Times vary
Old World Village, Huntington Beach
about 4.6 mi (city area)

German food and beer, oom-pah bands and dancing. Family-friendly by day, 21+ on weekend nights.

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