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Aliso Viejo Halloween

 

Fall Harvest Festival
October 18, 2025 10am – 12pm
Aliso Viejo Community Association (AVCA) is ecstatic to put on its Fall harvest Festival event! Join us on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Fall Harvest Festival will be held at Grand Park. This special event is open to ghosts and goblins of all ages and will feature a children’s costume parade, community booths and a howling good time for everyone. Be sure to bring your trick-or-treat bag!
LOCATION:
Grand Park/Town Center Amphitheater,
6101 City Lights Drive,
Aliso Viejo, CA

Spooktacular Movie Night (The Nightmare before Christmas)
October 10, 2025 5:30pm – 9pm
Join us at Aliso Viejo Ranch for a spooktacular (and FREE!) outdoor screening of one of our favorite Halloween classics, The Nightmare Before Christmas! Bring your chairs and blankets, nnjoy games, tricks, treats, and so much more frightful fun for the whole family!
LOCATION:
The Ranch
100 Park Ave,
Aliso Viejo, CA

Stanley Haus – Neighborhood Halloween Haunt
Hopefully returning in 2026
Step into the Nightmare before Christmas in the most decorated neighborhood in Aliso Viejo. They know how to bring it and this event should not be missed this year.
LOCATION:
Entire block of Oak Ridge Circle
Aliso Viejo, CA

Gymboween Party
October 24th, 2025 from 4:00pm(0 to 2) and 5:30pm(older than 2 years old)
Fun Halloween parties for members and non-members alike. $35 for everyone. These parties sell out fast! Call (949)680-7187 to reserve you spot!
LOCATION:
27131 Aliso Creek Rd, Unit 140
Aliso Viejo, CA

Kids Night Out at KidCreates Aliso Viejo
October 4th and 25th, 2025 from 5:00 to 8:00pm
Kids Night Out Halloween Hoopla Glow Party in our special glow room at the Aliso Viejo studio!  Your kiddos will dive into a spook-tacular Halloween project while you enjoy a well-deserved night off. Sign up now for a frightfully fun evening! Don’t miss out on the glow! $59 Drop-In or 3 Passes for $159
LOCATION:
26711 Aliso Creek Rd, Unit 100D
Aliso Viejo, CA

 

 

DANA POINT

 

Spooky Seas at the Ocean Institute
October 25th, 2025 | 5:30 to 9:30pm

Visit the Ocean Institute in Dana Point for spooky and spellbinding fun. The hauntingly exciting adventure begins with a visit to the Mad Scientist’s lab with hands-on experiments. There is also bioluminescence laser tag, a costume contest, trick or treating, live music, Artifact Graveyard, aquarium access, a photo booth, and food and drinks. The event is appropriate for all ages.
LOCATION:
Ocean Institute
Dana Point, CA

Spooky Treat Trolley
TBD
Come meet some of the City’s Recreation Division staff who will be dressed in costume as they ride on the decorated Spooky Treat Trolley and stop at the following locations to distribute pre-packaged candy to children up to 12 years of age. Please remember to wear your mask and practice social distancing. For more information contact the City of Dana Point Recreation Division at [email protected].
4:00pm – 4:30pm Sunset Park – 34345 Calle Naranja
5:00pm – 5:30pm Dana Woods Park – 24900 Dana Woods
6:00pm – 6:30pm Sea Canyon Park – 33093 Santiago Drive
7:00pm – 7:30pm La Plaza Park – 34111 La Plaza Park
LOCATION:
Various stops, Dana Point, CA

Halloween Spooktacular Trunk or Treat
October 25th. 2025 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Join the City of Dana Point for a fun Halloween themed event at the Dana Point Community Center. Activities include games, crafts, entertainment, and the Dana Point Police Services Trunk or Treat display. Come meet the Bloodhounds, Bomb Squad, K-9 Unit, Mounted Patrol, and the dedicated staff that keeps Dana Point safe. A kid’s costume parade will take place at 5:00pm on the baseball field with prizes. Refreshments and food are available to purchase
LOCATION:
Dana Point Community Center
34052 Del Obispo St
Dana Point

Dana Point Public Library Halloween Events
Open now and pending programming.
LOCATION 
33841 Niguel Rd.
Dana Point

Little Folk Club Halloween Edition
October 31st, 2025 10am – 11am
Dana Point Harbor is hosting a special Halloween edition of Little Folk Club this month to celebrate the spooky season with little ones. Everyone is invited to wear costumes, bring a favorite musical instrument and sing along together to join the festive fun.
LOCATION 
Dana Point Harbor (Courtyard by El Torito)

Día de los Muertos
November 1st, 2025 10am – 12pm
Join us for a vibrant celebration of life and remembrance featuring: Live bands & mariachi, Community-created ofrendas, Crafts for all ages and Delicious food & beverages.
LOCATION 
La Plaza Park
Dana Point, CA

 

 

LADERA RANCH

 

Ladera Ranch Public Library Halloween Events
October 8th, 11th, 15th, 22nd and 29th, 2025 from 3:30 to 4:30
Use your imagination to create a variety of crafts and art projects, costume contest and more each week.  All ages are welcome. This free program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Ladera Ranch Library.  Registration is not required. Please contact the library for more information.
LOCATION 
29551 Sienna Parkway
Ladera RanchCA

Teen Movie Night & Haunted Maze
October 24th, 2025 from 7:00 to 10:00
Get ready for a spine-chilling night of frights and thrills, because Ladera is bringing back the ultimate event for teens in grades 6-12! Join us at the Teen Movie Night and Haunted Maze, presented by the awesome LARCS Teen Leadership Council. It’s going to be the talk of Ladera! Picture this: you and your friends navigating a hair-raising maze that’ll test your bravery to your core. But that’s not all! We’ve got the original Hocus Pocus movie lined up that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Grab your low-back chair or snuggle up with your comfiest blanket, or Snuggie, for a night of cinematic excitement.
LOCATION 
Oak Knoll Village Clubhouse
Ladera RanchCA

Harvest Festival
October 18th, 2025 from 12:00 to 3:00
Harvest Festival is the ultimate family fun day! Enjoy a lively afternoon filled with music, games, activities, photo ops, a costume contest, crafts, recreation program demos, a handmade craft fair, delicious food trucks, and so much more! Be sure to catch the Kids Imagine Nation Halloween Party show at 1:30 p.m., where everyone is invited to sing, dance, and participate in telling a spooky story!
LOCATION 
Founders Park
28275 Avendale Blvd
Ladera RanchCA

 

 

LAGUNA BEACH

 

Pageant of the Monsters
Happens every 5 years
Every five years, The Festival of the Arts Laguna Beach hosts the annual Pageant of the Monsters. The Festival grounds are transformed into all things eerie with a themed haunted house in The Pageant’s backstage area. The Pageant’s backstage will transform into an eerie haunted house themed “Maze of the Minotaur.” Plus, brush off those creative cobwebs and sign up for the Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters’ Scarecrow Contest.
LOCATION 
650 Laguna Canyon Road,
Laguna Beach, CA

Laguna Beach Public Library Halloween Events – Spooky Month
October 16th, 23rd, 24th & 30th, 2025 from 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Laguna Beach Public Library will be hosting fun children’s events every Thursday in the month of October.
October 16th – Edible Science
October 23rd – Pumpkin Decorating
October 24th – Spooky Crafting
October 30st – Gingerbread Haunted House
LOCATION 
Community and Susi Q Center
363 Glenneyre Street
Laguna BeachCA 92651

Spook-tacular Splash
October 17th 2025 | 6pm to 8pm
Enjoy a night of aquatic adventure, creativity and spine chilling events that starts with pumpkins and ends with a spooky movie. The night starts with a Pumpkin Plunge. The pool will be filled with pumpkins and it will be the mission will be to fish them all out. Next up the Pumpkin Decorating Station. Bring the pumpkin from the pool to decorate with markers, glue and feathers. Bring your blankets to spread out and enjoy a Halloween friendly movie for the whole family. Must register for the event prior to October 25th. Fee is $5 per person.
LOCATION 
Laguna Beach Highschool Community Pool
670 Park Ave
Laguna BeachCA 92651

 

 

LAGUNA HILLS

 

Pumpkin City’s Pumpkin Farm
October 1st – October 31, 2025 – Mon-Thurs 12:30PM – 9:00PM and Fri-Sun 10AM – 10PM

Pumpkin City features thousands of pumpkins, rides, game booths, and fun activities. Free Admission for ages 3 and up Monday through Friday before 4PM. $8 children/$10 adults from 4pm after and all day Saturday and Sunday There is also a beer garden to celebrate Oktoberfest complete with live music.
LOCATION:
Laguna Hills Mall,
24203 Avenida de la Carlota
Laguna Hills, CA

Harvest in the Hills
October 18th, 2025 | 4:00am – 6:00pm
The City of Laguna Hills and the Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce are planning an evening filled with fall fun and family friendly activities! Save the date for Saturday, October 18th
LOCATION:
Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce Center
25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills CA 92677

Harvest in the Hills Family Movie Night
October 18th, 2025 | 6:05pm
The City of Laguna Hills and the Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce will be showing the family friendly movie Coco! Bring your chairs and blankets. Save the date for Saturday, October 18th
LOCATION:
Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce Center
25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills CA 92677

 

 

LAGUNA NIGUEL

 

Haunted Trails
October 16-19, 2025 | 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | Till 9:30 on Thursday and Sunday
Haunted Trails is back for its 25th unnerving year! Join us on the trail for four memorable nights that are sure to haunt your dreams. October 16th through 19th are going to be nights to dismember…our undead monsters are eagerly awaiting your arrival… The nightmare begins at 6:30pm each night. Pre-sale Haunted Trails tickets go on sale Friday, September 12, for $13 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Crown Valley Community Center during regular hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The last day to purchase pre-sale tickets is Wednesday, October 15. *Ghoulish Group Rate: Groups of 10+ can purchase tickets at $10 per person.
LOCATION:
Crown Valley Community Park
29751 Crown Valley Parkway
Laguna Niguel, Location at the entrance to the Community Park on the emergency road.

Pumpkin Rescue
Saturday October 4, 2025 | 2PM – 4PM
Dive into the Halloween fun! Rescue a pumpkin at the aquatics center, then participate in a decorating contest to win prizes. There will be music and plenty of fun.
LOCATION
Laguna Niguel Aquatics Center
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677

Laguna Niguel Fall Craft Faire
October 4th, 2025 | 9:00am – 2:00pm
Start your holiday shopping early or treat yourself to unique, handmade, one-of-a-kind gems! Kids Imagine Nation will also be performing at 9:30 and 1:30pm.
LOCATION:
Crown Valley Community Center
29751 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel CA 92677

Boo Blast – Moulton Elementary
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 2PM-5PM
The Wicked Woods event includes a silly string fight, carnival games, inflatable rides, food, haunted house and more. Come out in costume and enjoy this fun community Halloween event.
LOCATION:
Moulton Elementary
29851 Highlands, Laguna Niguel CA 92677

Haunted Skate Park
October 25th 2025, 5:00 – 9:00pm
Skaters will enjoy best trick contests on various obstacles in the skate park, a costume contest, give-a-ways, games, and food will be available for purchase from a local food truck.
LOCATION:
Laguna Niguel Skate and Soccer Park
27745 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel

YMCA of Laguna Niguel Trunk or Treat 
October 18th 2025, 3:30 – 5:30pm
It’s time for Laguna Niguel Family YMCA’s Trunk-or-Treat! This is a great opportunity for children to trick-or-treat and have fun in a safe and family-friendly environment. Candy, games, and more!
LOCATION:
Laguna Niguel YMCA
29831 Crown Valley Pkwy, Laguna Niguel CA 92677

Wicked Cinema Singalong
October 10th 2025, 7:00pm
Grab a blanket, your family, and friends for movie night under the stars at Crown Valley Park! Activities begin at 7:00pm, movie screenings will begin after sunset. Light refreshments provided.
LOCATION:
Crown Valley Community Center
29751 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel CA 92677

 

 

Lake Forest

 

Fall-O-Ween at Heritage Hill Historical Park
Friday through Sunday, October 10-19th, 2025 | 4:30PM – 8:30PM
Tour the historical grounds with special decorations for the Halloween season. There will be themed photo ops, a scavenger hunt for treats, a hay maze, and more.
LOCATION:
Heritage Hill Historical Park
25151 Serrano Road, Lake Forest

Movie In The Park
October 2025 TBD
Come enjoy a fun family friendly movie in the park with friends and family.
LOCATION:
Lake Forest Sports Park
28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest

Monster Mash Halloween Dance
October 4th, 2025 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
The spookiest night of the year is almost here, and that means our Monster Mash Halloween Dance is back and better than ever! Come enjoy a night of kooky costume craziness at the Lake Forest Clubhouse
LOCATION:
The Clubhouse
100 Civic Center Drive, Lake Forest

Lake Forest Spooktacular
October 25th 2025 | 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Come and join us for exciting games, food trucks, entertainment, and much more! Wristbands can be purchased at the Lake Forest Sports Park beginning September 1st for $10 each. Children under 3 and parents are FREE! Costumes encouraged! Parents are free. Tickets are available at the Lake Forest Sports Park.
LOCATION:
Lake Forest Sports Park
28000 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest

Night of the Living Shred
October 18th, 2025 | 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Our scariest night of the year is back with a vengeance! The ghouls have taken over Etnies Skatepark, and if you want to make it out alive you’ll have to survive all of our ghastly challenges:
LOCATION:
Etnies Skatepark
20028 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest

 

 

Mission Viejo

 

Cops and Cones
October 3rd, 2025 | 5PM – 8PM
October is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to celebrate with all of you! Get ready for a night of treats and fun! Save the date !October 3rd, from 5-8 pm Cops and Cones we hope to see you all there
LOCATION:
2922 Los Alisos Blvd, Ste S,
Mission Viejo

Fall Fest Family Event
October 25th, 2025 | 1PM – 3PM
It’s spooky season, and @whoopaxe is ready with multiple dancing nights ahead! There will be axe throwing, trick or treating, pumpkin painting, mechanical bull and more
LOCATION:
Kaleidoscope
27741 Crown Valley Parkway, Mission Viejo

WhoopAxe Halloween Family Event
October 25th, 2025 | 1PM – 3PM
Celebrate our 5th annual Fall Fest in Mission Viejo with a family-friendly Halloween event at Kaleidoscope!  Join us for Fall Fest on Saturday, October 25th from 1–3PM — featuring trick-or-treating mall-wide, a petting zoo, sensory bins, pumpkin painting, face painting, costume contests, live music, a bounce house, and so much more.
LOCATION:
Kaleidoscope
27741 Crown Valley Parkway, Mission Viejo

Pumpkin Paddle and Painting
October 26th, 2025 | 2 pm to 4:30 pm
Celebrate the fall season with an afternoon of friendly pickleball matches, pumpkin carving, snacks, and costume and pumpkin decorating contests! All levels are welcome for round-robin pickleball play. Team registration includes 1 pumpkin to decorate and is for 1 adult and a child. (Family members with multiple children can switch partners throughout the event so multiple children can play).
LOCATION:
Felipe Tennis and Recreation Center
27161 Nogal
Mission Viejo, CA

Dia de Los Muertos Fiesta
October 25th 2025 | 2:00pm – 9:00pm
Join the Mission Viejo Activities Committee for an unforgettable day filled with lively entertainment, delicious food, and vibrant culture as we honor Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). Enjoy live mariachi music, traditional folkloric dancing, face painting, crafts, classic car ofrendas, and a multi-cultural marketplace. Enjoy a fun-filled day the whole family will love! For more information or Ofrenda registration, visit mvactivities.com
LOCATION:
Norman Murray Community & Senior Center
24932 Veterans Way
Mission Viejo, CA

Haunted Escape Room
October 10, 11 & 12 2025, times vary each day
Join us for our annual Haunted Escape Room! Test your problem-solving skills and your ability to work in a team while trying to escape the curse. This free program is for ages 8 and up.. Children must be accompanied by adults at all times. Spots are limited and advanced registration is required. To sign up call 949-452-8342.
LOCATION:
Sierra Recreation and Fitness Center
26887 Recodo Lane
Mission Viejo, CA

Movie in the Park
October 11th, 2025 |  5:00pm – 9:00pm
Movies begin at dusk with activities, music and games kicking off at 5 pm. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Families will enjoy the feature film, “Goonies”
LOCATION:
22760 Olympiad Road
Mission Viejo, CA

Fright Night Market
October 18th, 2025 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm
Enjoy live entertainment, games, food vendors, photo opportunities and more during the Night Market.
LOCATION:
25282 Marguerite Parkway
Mission Viejo, CA

YMCA of Mission Viejo Trunk or Treat 
October 24th, 2025 | 5:00 – 7:00pm
It’s time for Laguna Niguel Family YMCA’s Trunk-or-Treat! This is a great opportunity for children to trick-or-treat and have fun in a safe and family-friendly environment. Candy, games, and more!
LOCATION:
Mission Viejo YMCA
27341 Trabuco Cir,, Mission Viejo

The Shops at Mission Viejo
October 31st, 2025 | 1:00 – 5:00pm
We’re just as excited as you for the upcoming annual Halloween Trick-or-Treating taking place here at The Shops at Mission Viejo on Oct. 31st from 1-5:00pm. Let’s meet at the Play Area on Level 1 near Old Navy. Visit the link in bio for participating retailers!
LOCATION:
555 The Shops At Mission Viejo, Mission Viejo

Fur-Ever Friends Fall Festival
October 31st, 2025 | 11:00 – 3:00pm
You’re invited to our Fur-Ever Friends Fall Festival, Pumpkin Patch and Open House. Come learn, adopt, and celebrate the season with us! Snuggle up to sweet adoptable pets, explore our pumpkin patch, and enjoy a day full of furry fun and feel-good vibes for the whole family.
LOCATION:
Mission Viejo Animal Services Center
28095 Hillscrest, Mission Viejo

Halloween Bubble Boogie Night
October 18th, 2025 | 6:30 – 7:00pm
Bubble BOO-gie Night! Join us for a spooktacular one of a kind Halloween bubble event on Saturday, October 18th from 6:30–7:00 PM. This family-friendly evening is perfect for babies and toddlers! Enjoy a bubble-filled night with light-up bubble toys, glow sticks, and Halloween fun. Dress in your favorite Halloween attire and get ready to have a blast! Cost: $8 per child | $5 per additional sibling. Adults and children under 1 are FREE!
LOCATION:
Park in Mission Viejo (DM them for exact location)
Mission Viejo

 

Rancho Mission Viejo

 

Escape Area 51 Haunted House Event
October 18th 2025 | 2:300-8:30pm
Come experience Rancho Mission Viejo’s Second Annual Haunted House Attraction! Located in Sendero at the community Guest House! Walkthrough the Haunted Maze in this year’s theme “ESCAPE AREA 51!” -The secret base has had multiple security failures, and all the aliens have run Amok! Make your way through the tunnels and evade all the well-known Aliens from pop culture that have been captured there! As you try to Escape so will they! Also, this year we’ve added “HAUNTED GHOST TOWN” Kids zone – Perfect for toddlers and younger kids filled with games, bounce house, face painting, balloons and more! classic characters of Halloween mini walkthrough for the younger kids w Dracula, Witches, Frankenstein and more!. The Maze takes on average about 2-3 minutes to get through. GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY! SECURE YOUR SPOT!
LOCATION:
11 Brioso st
Rancho Mission Viejo

 

Rancho Santa Margarita

 

SAMLARC Halloween Family Festival
October 31st 2025 | 2:30-5:30pm
It’s time to celebrate spooky season! Enjoy an afternoon filled with safe trick-or-treating, bounce houses and inflatables, the spooky Haunted House and Maze, music, tasty treats from local vendors, and the always-popular costume contest (prizes for kids, adults, and infants)! Families can also stop by the Crazy Hair Booth and “Bootiful” photo booth to complete the festive fun. Be sure to bring a bag for your tasty treats – free bags will also be available at the SAMLARC booth (while supplies last).
LOCATION:
Central Park,
30842 La Miranda,
Rancho Santa Margarita

Rancho Santa Margarita Public Library Monster Bash
October 22nd  2025 | 3:30 – 4:30pm 
Silly and spooky children of all ages are invited to our 4th annual Monster Bash! Take your Halloween costume for a test drive and join us for fun festive activities, a costume parade, and lots of tricky treats!
LOCATION 
RSM Public Library
30902 La Promesa
Rancho Santa Margarita

 

 

San Clemente 

 

Pumpkin Patch at Outlets of San Clemente
Sept. 24-Oct. 31, 2025 – Monday through Friday from 2 pm to 9 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 9 pm
As autumn rolls in, it’s the perfect time to visit the pumpkin patch at Outlets at San Clemente. Our seasonal hotspot is packed with vibrant pumpkins, each one unique and ready for picking. Whether you’re after a classic orange pumpkin or something a little different, you’ll find plenty to choose from. From miniature pigs to inflatable slides, the patch is a hub of fall fun! It’s also a great spot for some OC fall family photos!
Outlets at San Clemente
101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa
San Clemente, CA 92672

Big Jack’s Fall Festival at the Outlets of San Clemente
All October Long
Looking for a fun fall photo op? Head to Center Court next to the pumpkin patch and meet Big Jack, the giant jack-o’-lantern that’s a perfect, autumnal photo spot!
LOCATION:
Outlets at San Clemente
101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa
San Clemente, CA 92672

Candy Crawl at the Outlets of San Clemente
October 25th, 2025 | 1:00 – 3:00pm
Get ready for a fang-tastic celebration—Big Jack’s Candy Crawl is back at Outlets at San Clemente! On Saturday, October 25 from 1–3 PM, families, friends, and Halloween lovers of all ages are invited to join us for an afternoon filled with treats, music, and festive fun.
LOCATION:
Outlets at San Clemente
101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa
San Clemente, CA 92672

Monster Dash 5K – San Clemente
October 26, 2025 |  7:00am – 10:30am
Join the 4th Annual Monster Dash 5k and Creepy Crawl Fun Run…it’s bound to be a San Clemente smash!With tricks and treats for all ages, all runners, joggers, walkers, zombies, skeletons, and crawlers are invited to come dressed in their best Halloween costumes. The race includes chip timing, race shirt, computerized finish line results, and awards for race winners and best costumes (costumes must be family-appropriate). Strollers welcome.
LOCATION:
Community Center
100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente

Treat Street on Avenida Del Mar
October 25th, 2025 | 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Look for the purple balloons outside of downtown businesses and head in for a Halloween treat. Put on your costumes and join in the fun.
LOCATION:
Avenida Del Mar, Downtown
San Clemente, CA

Spooky Film Screening of Beetlejuice at Casa Romantica
October 7th, 2025 | 6:00pm
Cozy movie night in the Main Salon. Join us for the film screening of the popular spooky film Beetlejuice a 1988 American cult classic. Tickets are $10.
LOCATION:
Casa Romantica
415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente

Pumpkin Splash
October 18th, 2025 | 12:00am to 4pm
Splash into our floating pumpkin patch! Enjoy Halloween activities and dive in to find the perfect pumpkin! Register HERE.
LOCATION:
987 Avenida Vista Hermosa (San Clemente Aquatics Center)
San Clemente

Dia De Los Muertos 
November 1st, 2025 | 2pm to 6pm
This vibrant community celebration will bring families and friends together to remember and celebrate loved ones who have passed. Experience the beauty and depth of this beloved Mexican holiday right here in our city.
LOCATION:
Max Berg Plaza Park
1100 Calle Puente
San Clemente

 

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

 

Historical Society Ghosts and Legends Tour
October 24th and 25th, 2025 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00 & 8:30pm
Join us for an all-ages guided walk down historic Los Rios Street. Hear from ghostly visitors who share their story of their time walking this very same street. Spooky, family friendly tales will be a highlight of your holiday.
LOCATION:
O’Neill Museum / Historical Society
31831 Los Rios Street
San Juan Capistrano

San Juan Capistrano Public Library
October 10th, 17th, 2025 6:00pm
Join us for an all-ages viewing of Scooby Doo on the 10th and Casper the friendly ghost on the 17th. Free to enjoy! Don ‘t forget to bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and favorite treat to enjoy during the film.
Complimentary concessions while supplies last.
LOCATION:
31495 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano

RiverStreet Ranch Pumpkin Patch
September 25th to October 31st 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Daily
RiverStreet Ranch invites you to a rustic pumpkin patch plus the normal activities already on site. Guests can pick their favorite pumpkin, pan for gems, gold, and fossils, and make friends with animals including llamas, horses, sheep, cows, an emu, bunnies, and more. Take a train ride, or a pony ride, and make great memories with family and friends.
LOCATION:
RiverStreet Ranch
31791 Los Rios Street
San Juan Capistrano

River Street Marketplace Treat Trail
October 31st, 2025, 1:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
Bring the family out early! Enjoy a scavenger hunt, trick-or-treating with our tenants, and festive face painting.
LOCATION:
River Street Marketplace
31801 Paseo Adelanto
San Juan Capistrano

Magic Steps Studios Halloween Party
October 23rd, 2025 | 10:30 – 12:30
Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and celebrate the Magic Steps Studios way! Ticket prices are $45/person. Ticket price includes: River Street Ranch admission with feed basket, Magic Steps Music Concert, festive Charcuterie cups for kids and adults, Halloween photo-opportunity and Trick or Treating.
LOCATION:
River Street Ranch
31791 Los Rios Street
San Juan Capistrano, CA .

Halloween Princess Tea at the Inn
October 19th 2025, 4:00 p.m – 8:00 p.m
Step into a world of magic and mischief at our Princess Tea this October! Guests will be greeted by a beautiful princess in pink and a mysterious dark queen with horns, bringing both sparkle and a little spook to the day. Little ones will enjoy enchanting activities, sweet treats, and a chance to dress up in their favorite royal or Halloween costumes. Adults can sip and savor with bottomless mimosas while the kids dive into the fun. Our brunch buffet is included in the price of entry.
LOCATION:
Inn at the Mission
26907 Old Mission Rd
San Juan Capistrano, CA

The Haunted Night Market at the Inn
October 19th 2025, 4:00 p.m – 8:00 p.m
You’re invited to The Haunted Night Market at The Inn at the Mission in San Juan Capistrano on October 19th from 4-8PM. Join us in the gourd-geous Spanish-style courtyards of @innatthemissionsjc for an eerie-sistible evening featuring a curated local marketplace. Trick or Treat Yo’ Self to delicious bites from @ysidorasjc, a free mini pumpkin patch, kids’ craft zone, trick-or-treating, live music, a full bar, and a scream-worthy costume contest!
LOCATION:
Inn at the Mission
26907 Old Mission Rd
San Juan Capistrano, CA

Haunted OC Ghost Walks in San Juan Capistrano
Every weekend in October (Friday(7pm), Saturday(6 & 8pm) & Sunday(7:00pm)), 2025 
Join us on the Capistrano Ghost Walk, our newest venture into the dark and the macabre through the historic streets of one of California’s oldest cities. Under the canopy of century old pepper trees, hear the stories of the spirits that inhabit the old Los Rios district and make our way through the dimly lit Camino Capistrano to the outskirts of the Mission itself. Tales of headless spirits, bandits and even a pirate attack will be shared and elegant restaurants with a dark past and restless spirits await you. We end the San Juan Capistrano ghost tour outside the Mission near the church, where in 1812 a great earthquake struck, and forty-two parishioners were crushed under the falling stones, and at least one soul there is not at rest. Embark on a dark, history-filled tour that will be remembered forever in one of Southern California’s oldest and most haunted locations.
LOCATION:
Verdugo St, San Juan Capistrano

 

OUTSIDE OF SOUTHOC HONORABLE MENTIONS

 

Brick or Treat
September 20th, 27th and every Saturday and Sunday in October, from 2pm to 9pm 2025
Our signature Halloween event is better than ever this year! Brick-or-Treat will bewitch LEGOLAND® California Resort with tons of candy, an all-new show line up, never-before-seen exclusive LEGO® characters, and more! All Brick-or-Treat activities will run from 2pm – 9pm on Saturdays during the event and 2pm – 8pm on Sunday, October 29th.
LOCATION:
LegoLand
Carllsbad, CA

Knott’s Scary Farm
Select Dates September 18 – November 1, 2025
Knott’s Berry Farm celebrates it’s 50th Knotts Scary Farm anniversary this year. The Halloween tradition of putting on one of the biggest fright fests in Southern California continues. When darkness sets in, the park crawls with monsters and zombies, and features mazes, scare zones, shows and experiences.
LOCATION:
8039 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA

Vampirates! at Pirate’s Dinner Adventure
Select Dates September 12th to November 11, 2025
The Pirate’s Dinner Adventure theater hosts the Annual Mascarade Ball at Treasure Bay, but don’t fall victim to the evil pirate Sebastian the Black and his sinister vampire pirate crew. This family-friendly 2-hour Halloween production runs through October 31st and includes a costume contest on weekends. All costumes must be family friendly and may not include masks and weapons. Like other Pirate’s Dinner Adventure shows, Vampirates! includes a four course meal. Special requests for dietary restrictions and allergies are accepted. Call ahead for reservations.
LOCATION:
7600 Beach Blvd.,
Buena Park, CA

Pumpkin Palooza at Discovery Cube OC
Saturday and Sunday each weekend in October 2024 starting October 4th | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Dance party times: 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM
Get ready for another thrilling adventure as Discovery Cube Orange County proudly presents the return of the highly anticipated Pumpkin Palooza for its second year! This year promises to be even more ghoulishly delightful and captivating for visitors of all ages with an interactive dance party, bumper cars, spellbinding science activities, trick-or-treating and so much more.
LOCATION:
Discovery Cube
2500 N Main Street, Santa Ana,

Tunnel of Terror Car Wash
October 3 to November 1st, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Thurs., Fri., Sat.

OC’s first haunted car wash will give you the drive-thru thrills with special effects and creepy costumed characters popping in throughout the duration of your wash cycle. Keep your hands off the wheel and the car in park and get ready for a scary good time.
LOCATION:
Big Wave Car Wash
2219 Lincoln Avenue, Anaheim

Haunted Mansion Haunt
Oct 4-5th, 10-12th, 17-31st, Nov 1 2025 | Sun-Thurs 7-9:30PM | Fri-Sat 7-10PM
Ever wish you could experience Walt Disney’s legendary Haunted Mansion with a scarier twist? For the last week in October we transform our home into the Haunted Mansion with all the characters and effects you absolutely love but with a selective, more intense environment for adults and teens. Those of you with little ones, our actors maintain the fun and friendly atmosphere this attraction is known for. During your visit there will be appearances from Madame Leota, The Singing Busts, Little Leota, and MUCH more. Full sized jumping animatronic figures and former live actors from Knott’s Scary Farm are present. Mansion fans just can’t get enough of this event!!! Two ticket types: Doombuggy Express (Priority Access) or Ghost Hearse Stand-By. With a $10 donation per person you can reserve a Doombuggy ticket, providing priority access on any night we are open, one time use only. If you get this ticket, please DO NOT reserve a Ghost Hearse. Ghost Hearse Stand-By is free but requires selecting a date. Please set aside over an hour of time on your visit. If your preferred night is sold out, our Doombuggy tickets will be valid for any night.
LOCATION:
28322 Millwood Road
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679

Queen Mary
Various dates and times in October, 2025
The Queen Mary, one of the world’s most legendary ocean liners and famously known as one of the most haunted destinations on Earth, is raising the bar on frightful fun this season. The historic ship has unveiled a lineup of spine-tingling experiences designed to thrill guests in entirely new ways, from the opening of a ghostly new gift shop and haunted cocktail series to the debut of an escape room during Dark Harbor, plus a new full moon program beginning in 2026.

Of course, no visit to the Queen Mary is complete without exploring its famed haunted tours, which remain a guest favorite. The Graveyard Tour, typically held Friday and Saturday evenings, will offer additional dates throughout October and takes guests on a two-hour journey into rarely seen areas of the ship, uncovering the legends behind some of its most notorious specters. The Paranormal Ship Walk, offered nightly, ventures into hidden rooms and compartments rarely accessible to the public, while the Haunted Encounters Tour, offered daily, provides a one-hour introduction to the ship’s most famous paranormal residents.

The Queen Mary’s haunted history wouldn’t be complete without mention of Stateroom B340, regarded as the most haunted cabin aboard the legendary ship. With countless reports of unexplained knocks, flickering lights, and spectral figures, B340 has become a must-experience for the bravest guests. For those who want to push their paranormal encounters, guests can check-in to and stay the night in the famous stateroom. The Queen Mary is also proud to confirm the return of Dark Harbor, its legendary Halloween event filled with mazes, monsters, and maritime mayhem, set to make its terrifying comeback for select nights September 19 – Nov 2.
LOCATION:
Queen Mary
1126 Queens Highway
Long Beach, CA

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