Oct27Tue
The Pumpkin Factory at Westminster Mall
A mall-lot pumpkin patch pop-up with rides, games and a petting zoo.
On set dates
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Oct28Wed
Cops N' Goblins
Activities, costume contests, games and trunk-or-treating, co-hosted with the Buena Park Police Department.
Oct28Wed
Boo-tastic Halloween Party at Adventure City
An evening Halloween party at the amusement park: a trick-or-treat street, a Halloween train, a scavenger hunt, a light show, a dance party and 11 rides, with free glo...
Oct29Thu
Nightmare on Center Street
Trick-or-treating at market booths decorated for Halloween, plus a themed village of costumed vendors.
Oct31Sat
Halloween Spooktacular at Anaheim Hills Festival
Trick-or-treating at participating shops and restaurants, with a DJ, face painting, balloon art and photo spots.
Oct31Sat
Trick or Treat on Main Street
Trick-or-treating at participating shops along Main Street.
Oct28Wed
Halloween Animal Art Preschool Class
A preschool class for ages 3-4 with Halloween crafts and animal visits. $5 per child; register by phone.
Oct29Thu
Treats in the Streets: Old Towne Orange Autumn Festival
Costumed families trick-or-treat around the historic Plaza, with entertainment, games and food.
Oct27Tue
The Pumpkin Factory at MainPlace Mall
A pumpkin-patch pop-up at the mall with rides, slides, a petting zoo, games and food. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays (except Columbus Day). Entry is free Wed/Thu and $5 F...
Oct31Sat
Pumpkin Palooza at Discovery Cube Orange County
Halloween-themed science and hands-on activities at the museum, presented with OC Waste & Recycling. Ticketed; kids under 3 free; parking $10.
Oct31Sat
Trick-or-Treating at MainPlace Mall
Free trick-or-treating at the mall's participating stores; look for the sign in the window.
Oct27Tue
The Pumpkin Patch (Placentia)
A longtime pumpkin patch with inflatables, a petting zoo, baby chicks, gold panning, tractor and carnival rides and photo spots. Free admission.
Oct27Tue
Mr. Jack-o-lantern's Pumpkin Patch
A family pumpkin patch with games and activities, birthday and field-trip bookings, and pumpkins, gourds, squash, corn stalks and hay for sale.
Oct31Sat
Trick or Treat at Brea Mall
Trick-or-treating at participating stores in the mall.
Oct31Sat
HB Downtown Surf City Spooktacular
Main Street turns into a trick-or-treat route with a monster march, costume contest, character appearances and the Boo Wave, supporting Waymakers.
Nov8Sun
St. Martin's Lantern Fest & Parade
A lantern procession through the German courtyard. Free.
Oct30Fri
Halloween Howl
Candy, games, prizes and a costume contest for kids.
Nov1Sun
Dinosaur Dash
A 2K fun run, timed 5K and 10K, bike rides and a family expo that raise funds for Tustin public schools.
Oct30Fri
Villa Park Halloween Fest
A neighborhood Halloween tradition since 2002, with contests and activities for costumed kids.
Oct27Tue
Hana Field Pumpkin Patch
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.
Oct27Tue
Seasonal Adventures Pumpkin Patch at the OC Fairgrounds
A fairgrounds pumpkin patch with inflatables, small rides, a petting zoo and a train, plus seasonal decor and a market for squash and gourds.
Nov7Sat
Repticon
A reptile and exotic pet show and sale.
Dec5Sat
Make It, Take It: DIY Winter Wreaths
Make a winter wreath at Centennial Farm. Ribbon and décor selection is limited, so feel free to bring your own.
Oct30Fri
Halloween's Eve at Pretend City
A morning-to-afternoon of dancing, a puppet show and kid-sized trick-or-treating at 10:30 AM, noon and 2 PM.
Running all season
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Howl-O-Ween at Great Wolf Lodge
Halloween programming at the resort, including a trick-or-treat trail, yoga, a dance party and an art class.
SeasonMulti-week
Knott's Spooky Farm
A daytime, not-scary Halloween celebration for ages 3 to 11 with trick-or-treating and a costume contest.
SeasonMulti-week
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
Giant pumpkins on Main Street, Haunted Mansion Holiday and Halloween overlays on popular rides.
SeasonMulti-week
Oogie Boogie Bash
Separately ticketed Halloween party with a parade, Villains Grove and treat trails. Often sells out early.
SeasonMulti-week
Irvine Park Railroad Pumpkin Patch
Train rides through the park, hayrides, moon bounces and a Great Pumpkin weigh-off.
SeasonMulti-week
Mini Melodies at MainPlace
A free monthly music session for young children, held the first Wednesday of each month.
Year-round favorites
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Dana Point Harbor
Waterfront dining, shopping, whale watching, harbor cruises and ocean views.
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San Clemente Pier
Oceanfront dining, beach walks, fishing and Southern California sunsets.
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