FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6
Young Chefs: Spooky Sensations 4-5:30pm Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center 735 Ramona Street, Monterey
Even ghosts and ghouls get hungry! Come join the fun as we fire up our cauldron and make ghostly goodies! Young chefs will create a variety of spooky treats and will take home their very own recipe book. Forages 7-12. Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7
3rd Annual Pumpkin Rolling Contest 1-3pm Ocean Avenue between Santa Rita to Junipero, Carmel-by-the-Sea
The official pumpkin-rolling course is right down Ocean Avenue between Santa Rita to Junipero Streets. The course will be lined with hay bales and fencing to keep pumpkins from veering off track and give spectators a front row view of the heart-stopping action.
If you’d like to participate in Carmel’s Annual Pumpkin-Rolling Contest, look for the truckload of pumpkins parked at Ocean Avenue and Santa Fe Street. Good luck with your pumpkin roll!
https://www.carmelcalifornia.com/event-3rd-annual-pumpkin-rolling-contest_271.htm
Halloween@Night 7-10pm Gilroy Garden 3050 Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy
There will be scares and dares, tricks and treats, and plenty of spooky-but-not-too-scary night-time fun for all ages. Rides will not be in operation at night. Spooky Petting Zoo will also be open. This event runs through October 31.
https://www.gilroygardens.org/gardens%40night/halloween
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10
Masks, Pumpkins and Other Spooky Creations 1:15-2:15pm Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center 735 Ramona Street, Monterey
Children will create their own masks, hats and props with paints, sequins, feathers and more. They will also experience the fun of painting pumpkins and faces. For ages 3-6 years (must be “potty” trained). Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13
Young Chefs: Spooky Sensations 4-5:30pm Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center 735 Ramona Street, Monterey
Even ghosts and ghouls get hungry! Come join the fun as we fire up our cauldron and make ghostly goodies! Young chefs will create a variety of spooky treats and will take home their very own recipe book. For ages 7-12. Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14
Thomas & Percy Halloween Party 10am Roaring Camp Railroads 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton
A ticket for Thomas and Percy’s Halloween Party includes the train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine and Percy, as well as a variety of Thomas & Friends themed entertainment, including Storytelling and Video Viewing, Temporary Tattoos of Island of Sodor friends, and an Imagination Station with Arts & Crafts, a pumpkin patch and more. Guests will also have the opportunity to meet Sir Topham Hatt, the Controller of the Railway on the Island of Sodor. This event runs throughout October, check website for exact dates.
https://www.roaringcamp.com/events/percy_Halloween
Wizard School 5:30-8pm Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center 735 Ramona Avenue, Monterey
Attend a day in wizard school! Mix up some magical experiments! Make an official wizard's hat and enjoy treats fresh from the cauldron. For ages 5-10 years. Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
Halloween Pet Costume Contest 1-2pm Petco 960 Del Monte Center, Monterey
Bring your animal in costume, prizes.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17
Masks, Pumpkins and Other Spooky Creations 1:15-2:15pm Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center 735 Ramona Street, Monterey
Children will create their own masks, hats and props with paints, sequins, feathers and more. They will also experience the fun of painting pumpkins and faces. For ages 3-6 years (must be “potty” trained). Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20
Young Chefs: Spooky Sensations 4-5:30pm Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center 735 Ramona Street, Monterey
Even ghosts and ghouls get hungry! Come join the fun as we fire up our cauldron and make ghostly goodies! Young chefs will create a variety of spooky treats and will take home their very own recipe book. For ages 7-12. Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
YMCA Spooktacular 6:30-8pm Salinas YMCA Family Center 117 Clay Street, Salinas
Halloween festivities and snacks. FREE.
http://www.centralcoastymca.org/salinas-ymca-family-center/salinas-ymca-family-center/
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21
Daddy & Me Spooky Halloween Baking Class (Parent Participation) Ages 2-4 10:30-12:30pm Hilltop Park 850 Jessie Street, Monterey
Hey daddies...here is an adorable workshop where daddies and children can spend some quality, memory-making time together baking creepy cookies, singing seasonal songs and playing ghostly games. For ages 2-4 years. Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
Pumpkin Plunge 1:30-3:30pm Pattullo Swim Center 1148 Wheeler Street, Seaside
Looking for that perfect pumpkin? Come plunge for a pumpkin at our Swim Center! Decorate your pumpkin afterwards.
$7 per pumpkin.
http://www.ci.seaside.ca.us/344/Pattullo-Swim-Center
Baby’s First Halloween Event 11-12pm Babies R Us 1930 N Davis Road, Salinas
Bring your little pumpkin in the store for fun crafts, great give-aways, exciting raffles and more!
MONDAY, OCTOBER 23
Pumpkin Carving Workshop (Parent Participation) 6-8pm Hilltop Park 871 Jessie Street, Monterey
Come join us for a pumpkin carving workshop. Each child will receive their very own pumpkin to carve, decorate and take home just in time for Halloween! Ages 3-12. Please pre-register.
http://monterey.org/Portals/0/RecreationGuide/SummerFall/Special-Events-SF17.pdf
TUESDAY, COTOBER 24
Masks, Pumpkins and Other Spooky Creations 1:15-2:15pm Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center 735 Ramona Street, Monterey
Children will create their own masks, hats and props with paints, sequins, feathers and more. They will also experience the fun of painting pumpkins and faces. For ages 3-6 years (must be “potty” trained). Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25
Annual Haunted House 6-7pm Pacific Grove Library 550 Central Avenue, Pacific Grove
Annual spooky Haunted House for all ages. FREE.
https://www.pacificgrovelibrary.org/calendar/haunted-house-1
THURSDAY, COTOBER 26
Monster Mansions and Tricky Treats (ages 3-5) 1:15-2:15pm Hilltop Park 871 Jessie Street, Monterey
This one-day workshop offers students the opportunity to build a Monster Mansion. Join friends for tricky treats and ghostly stories. Enjoy creating an elaborate cookie and candy Halloween mansion that tastes great! Ages 3-5. Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27
Young Chefs: Spooky Sensations 4-5:30pm Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center 735 Ramona Street, Monterey
Even ghosts and ghouls get hungry! Come join the fun as we fire up our cauldron and make ghostly goodies! Young chefs will create a variety of spooky treats and will take home their very own recipe book. For ages 7-12. Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
Marine Masquerade 6pm Seymour Marine Discovery Center 100 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz
Scavenger hunts, creature crafts, flashlight tours, costume parade, music and more. $8 adults, $6 kids, children 2 and under free, Members are free.
https://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu/learn/family-activities/family-events/
Kids Monster Madness Night 6-9pm The Monterey Youth Center 777 Pearl Street, Monterey
Don't miss this "spooktacular" event! Parents enjoy a night out while your kids make spooky arts & crafts projects and participate in a "mini" Halloween Carnival and Costume Contest. It will be a very "bewitching" evening! Registration deadline is Wednesday, October 25. For ages 7-12 years. Please pre-register.
http://monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation/Community-Centers/Monterey-Youth-Center
Saturday October 28
Tricks, Treats and Sweets 5:30-8:30pm Casanova Oak Knoll 735 Ramona Avenue, Monterey
Calling all ghosts and goblins! Join us for a howling good time as we create creepy crafts, ghoulish goodies and play ghostly games. Costumes are encouraged, but not required. For ages 5-12 years. Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
Pet Costume Contest & Parade Time TBD The Barnyard 3652 The Barnyard, Carmel-by-the-Sea
A special opportunity for our adorable pets and their favorite humans to strut their stuff in costume. Open to all ages. FREE.
http://www.thebarnyard.com/barnyardevents/pet-costume-contest-parade/
Members Halloween Dance Party at The Monterey Bay Aquarium 7-10pm 886 Cannery Row, Monterey
Seatings at 6pm or 6:30pm. Tickets are $80 per adult, $40 per child (ages 3-12). Start your evening with our special Halloween Dinner. Your dinner tickets includes admission to the Halloween Dance Party, a three-course dinner and a non-alcoholic beverage. Advance reservations are required.
https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/visit/special-events/member-night-october-halloween
Point Sur Halloween Lightstation Tour 5:15-9pm Point Sur Lightstation Hwy One, Big Sur
An evening of ghostly fun will begin with a walking tour to the lighthouse in time to watch the sunset, then on to the Barn where a light buffet will be served. Later, Pt. Sur's professional actor/story-teller, Kevin Hanstick,will recount stories of Pt. Sur's ghostly past. One of our "paranormal investigator," will share the results of her ghost hunts. If you dare, explore inside one of Pt. Sur's real haunted houses, the un-restored Triplex. Dessert and hot drinks will be served in the Visitors' Center.
Downtown Trick-or-Treat 11-2pm Oldtown Salinas
Join us! Free Trick or Treat in Downtown Salinas! Bring your kids for this family friendly event and enjoy the ease of trick or treating at your local businesses. Costume contests for kids AND adults - mark your calendar now and we'll see you downtown!
Children’s Trick-or-Treat 2-5pm Lighthouse Avenue between Reeside & David Avenue, Monterey
Lighthouse District shops, restaurants, and boutiques welcome little goblins with special treats on Halloween. Dress up and come on down to Lighthouse Avenue for an afternoon full of fun and trick-or-treating. 2pm-5pm. Lighthouse Avenue between Reeside and David, Monterey. Free event.
Trick-or-Treating in Downtown Pacific Grove 10-4pm Downtown Pacific Grove
Get a jumpstart on Halloween in Downtown Pacific Grove. It's also a great opportunity to take your costume out for a test run. Look for the Halloween ribbons and pumpkins outside downtown businesses for free candy, goodies and live entertainment. FREE.
https://www.pacificgrove.org/events
Science Saturdays at Pacific Grove Museum of Art 10-3pm Pacific Grove Museum of Art 165 Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove
Science Saturdays are family friendly events that have a variety of hands-on science activities for guests of all ages to participate in. Admission for all is FREE on Science Saturdays, the last Saturday of the month, during the school year.
http://www.pgmuseum.org/sciencesaturdays/
Halloween in the Centers 1-3pm
Fall Halloween crafts and other free activities.
Breadbox Recreation Center 54 North Sandborn Road, Salinas Central Park 420 Central Avenue, Salinas El Dorado Park 1655 El Dorado Drive, Salinas Hebbron Family Center 683 Fremont Street, Salinas Firehouse Recreation Center 1330 E. Alisal Street, Salinas (831) 758-7354
Kid’s Halloween Party 1-3pm Roaring Mice Art Studio 374 Main Street, Salinas
Come and have fun creating a Halloween themed painting, decorating sugar skull cookies, and participating in a Spooky piñata. All materials are included, $35. Reservations required, call 831-293-3013 to reserve a spot.
(831) 293-3013
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29
Halloween Carnival 1-5pm Moose Lodge 555 Canyon Del Rey Boulevard, Del Rey Oaks
Games, costumes and fun. FREE.
http://www.montereymoose876.org/
Tuesday October 31
Trunk-or-Treat 6:30-8pm Pesante First Baptist Church 17716 Pesante Road, Prunedale
Candy, costumes and fun. FREE.
http://www.firstbaptistprunedale.org/
Pumpkin Pandemonium 2:30-4:30pm Del Monte Shopping Center 1410 Del Monte Center, Monterey
Pumpkins, candy, costumes and more, free to the public.
http://www.delmontecenter.com/event/the-del-monte-shopping-center-2017-events-calendar/2145485864
Halloween Fright Night 6-8pm Rocky Han Civic Center 211 Hillcrest Avenue, Marina
Candy, costumes and fun for Marina residents and their tots-elementary school kids. FREE.
http://www.ci.marina.ca.us/index.aspx?NID=25
Candy Explosion 6-8pm Los Arboles Sports Complex infield 327 Reindollar Avenue, Marina
Halloween candy & activities for Marina elementary school youth sponsored by Soul’d Out Youth Program, this event is free.
Halloween Teen Fright Night 6-9pm Los Arboles Sports Complex Outfield 327 Reindollar Avenue, Marina
This event is for Marina Middle & High School students. The evening will begin at the Teen Center 6:00-7:00 pm with a best costume contest, music, Halloween games, face painting and other surprises, then at 7:00 pm the Teen Center will close and the activities on the upper field will begin. Included is a 30 foot rock climbing wall with bungee jump, Vortex obstacle course and other activities and free food.
https://lams-mpusd-ca.schoolloop.com/
Halloween Bonanza 6-9pm Oldemeyer Center 986 Hilby Avenue, Seaside
Free for youth (10 and under). Haunted House, candy bags, bounce houses, crafts and and game booths.
http://www.ci.seaside.ca.us/512/Special-Events
Party in the Pumpkin Patch 5-7pm Northridge Mall 796 Northridge Mall, Salinas
We'll start with decorating real pumpkins that you can take home! Then, MallStars will compete in a scarecrow decorating contest, and enjoy snacks and plenty of giveaways. Start your trick-or-treating between 5:00-7:00 pm at participating mall stores. FREE.
https://www.shop-northridge-mall.com/events/mallstars-party-pumpkin-patch
Masks, Pumpkins and Other Spooky Creations 1:15-2:15pm Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center 735 Ramona Street, Monterey
Children will create their own masks, hats and props with paints, sequins, feathers and more. They will also experience the fun of painting pumpkins and faces. For ages 3-6 years (must be “potty” trained). Please pre-register.
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
Trick-or-Treat at Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center 5pm-9pm Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center 735 Ramona Street, Monterey
Show off your costume and go trick-or-treating at Casanova Oak Knoll Park Center!
http://www.monterey.org/Services/Monterey-Recreation
Halloween on the Santa Cruz Wharf 4-6pm 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz
A host of costumed characters will hand out candy, sign autographs and provide photo opps galore for kids. Free event.
www.cityofsantacruz.com
Downtown Santa Cruz Children’s Halloween 2:30-5:30pm Pacific Street from Laurel to Water Street, Santa Cruz
Free Halloween activities and merchant trick-or-treat.