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Don’t miss out on these local events!

If you don’t have any plans for Halloween, here’s a list of some Halloween events in Orange and Los Angeles County!

Anaheim Fall Festival and Halloween Parade - Anaheim

Saturday, October 26, 2024

The festival runs from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, followed by the Anaheim Halloween Parade at 7:00 PM. 

Located on Center Street Promenade in downtown Anaheim, the event concludes with the parade, which winds westward through the area.

Knott’s Scary Farm - Buena Park

Select nights September 19 - November 2, 2024

Knott’s Scary Farm is Southern California's longest-running Halloween event, offering over 50 years of spine-chilling thrills. Explore the transformed park, featuring haunted mazes, sinister shows and more than 1,000 terrifying creatures lurking in the shadows. Get ready for an unforgettable night of fear!

Seasonal Adventures Pumpkin Patch - Costa Mesa

September 28 - October 31, 2024

Enjoy a family-friendly pumpkin patch with inflatable slides, kiddie rides, a petting zoo and a train! Choose your perfect pumpkin or visit the farmers market for fresh squash and gourds.

Tanaka Farms Pumpkin Patch - Irvine

Opens September 14, 2024

Have you ever picked your own pumpkin from a pumpkin patch? Tanaka Farms is one of the few farms in Orange County with a genuine pumpkin patch!

Trunk or Treat - Los Alamitos

Saturday, October 26, 2024

The event runs from 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM.

Join us for a spooktacular, family-friendly Halloween event! Enjoy children's costume contests, pick a pumpkin from the Southland-sponsored free patch (while supplies last), play carnival games, ride the spooky train and compete in an adult pie-eating contest. Families are encouraged to dress up for the costume contest. Don’t miss the fun!

Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights - Universal City

September 5 - November 3, 2024

*Not recommended for children under 13 years of age. 

Experience the thrill of being truly alive at Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights, Southern California's scariest Halloween event. Bring your friends for a night of spine-chilling scares—you just might make it out!

Haunted Hayride - Los Angeles

Select Nights September 21 - November 2, 2024

*May be too intense for children 12 and under.

Los Angeles Haunted Hayride offers a thrilling Halloween experience in Griffith Park, combining traditional hayrides with spine-tingling scares. Guests navigate eerie trails filled with creepy creatures, haunted mazes and live performances. 

Dia de los Muertos Festival - Los Angeles

October 25 - November 2, 2024

While not a Halloween event, this event is not to be missed! Dia de los Muertos is a celebration of life, honoring our loved ones by remembering the joy they brought us. This vibrant festival at Olvera Street is unique to Los Angeles, featuring a nine-day celebration with nightly processions, community altars and entertainment. Embrace the beauty of life and death together!

Be safe and have fun!

As the Halloween season approaches, these spine-chilling events offer the perfect way to embrace the festive spirit and create unforgettable memories. Whether you’re seeking thrilling haunts, family-friendly activities or spooky shows, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Gather your friends and family, don your best costumes, and get ready for a month filled with frightful fun and eerie excitement. Don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate this hauntingly delightful time of year!