Communities around Central California are hosting several events to celebrate Halloween this year.
Here’s a list of events happening around the region:
FRESNO COUNTY:
DATES: Weekends from Saturday, September 27th to Sunday, October 26th
ADDRESS: 6943 S. Reed Avenue, Reedley
INFORMATION: The Hillcrest Pumpkin Patch is a suitable for all ages event. No ghosts, no poltergeists, no zombies, etc. Just spicy pumpkins down on the farm. The farm will be open to the public all weekends. Entry fee is $10 per carload.
DATES: Open Wednesday, October 1st through Friday, October 31st
ADDRESS: 225 W. Bullard Avenue, Clovis
INFORMATION: This family-friendly pumpkin patch has over 20+ different kinds of pumpkins to choose from! They have all shapes, sizes and colors. There is also a fun haze maze for the kiddos, a 360 Photo Booth, and lots of photo opportunities. The patch grows and harvests all of its pumpkins here in the Central Valley.
DATES: Open every weekend in October
ADDRESS: 6943 5365 N. Mendocino Avenue, Clovis
INFORMATION: Sweet Thistle Farms is open every weekend in October from 10 am – 4 pm. Offers pumpkins, farm animals, food trucks, fall vendors, kid activities, cheese tasting and more.
DATES: Friday, October 3rd, 2024 through Saturday, November 1st
ADDRESS: 14265 E. Goodfellow Avenue, Sanger
INFORMATION: Halloween at Hobb’s Grove is exactly what one would hope for when desiring the ultimate haunted Halloween experience. Creepy and mysterious yet frighteningly fun, you know you’ve entered another world from the time you turn down the driveway. Legions of ghouls celebrate your arrival in this, our 26th Halloween Season! The Grove has grown wild and unkempt for a Quarter Century while the living (and some dead) things thrive on your fears and laughter. Why not indulge your spine-tingling desire to feel that rush of fright and soothe The Grove’s Spirits at the same time? OUR family sincerely enjoys frightening YOUR family year after year after year after year!
DATES: Begins October 8th
ADDRESS: 14265 E. Goodfellow Avenue, Sanger
INFORMATION: Wanting a less scary experience for the kids at Hobb’s Grove? Take a stroll through Billy Bob Hobb’s Pumpkin Grove! They are open for weekday group tours for schools and families. The weekend Pumpkin Patch will not be taking place this year. All tours include: The Fun Filled Forest, Mini Corn Maze, Straw Bales, The Pumpkin Patch, Hayrides, Picnic Play Time and Painted Tire Pile.
DATES: Saturday and Sundays only from Friday, October 3rd through Sunday, November 9th
ADDRESS: South East corner of Del Rey Ave & McKinley Ave in Sanger
INFORMATION: The Hillcrest Pumpkin Patch is a suitable for all ages event. No ghosts, no poltergeists, no zombies, etc. Just spicy pumpkins down on the farm. The farm will be open to the public all weekends.
DATES: Friday, October 24th 5:30pm- 8:30pm
ADDRESS: Old Town Clovis
INFORMATION: Mark your calendars for our Harvest Festival Trunk or Treat! Dress up and bring the whole family for this festive fall event! Big thank you to Hanks Swank for sponsoring our mini pumpkin patch!
DATES: Friday, October 3rd thought Saturday, November 1st
ADDRESS: Island Waterpark 6099 W. Barstow Ave. Fresno, CA 93723
INFORMATION: Fresno Fright Nights has enlisted the expertise of legendary Halloween haunt expert Allen Hopps (Plano, Texas), a Hall of Famer and Past President of The Haunted Attraction Association, and owner of Stilt Beast Studios & Dark Hour Haunts. Hopps is renowned for creating unparalleled, fear-inducing experiences.
DATES: October 23, 24, and 25
ADDRESS: Fresno Chaffee Zoo
INFORMATION: It’s time to celebrate the Fall season at ZooBoo! Enjoy lots of fall fun throughout the Zoo including pumpkins, a pirate ship, activities, and candy galore. Everyone is encouraged to dress in costumes. We encourage creative costumes, but please make sure they are of good taste. Family-friendly costumes only.
DATES: Thursday, October 23rd through Monday, October 27th
ADDRESS: Kearney Mansion Museum& Gallery
INFORMATION: Are you bold enough to visit the Mansion after dark on the very night a murder has taken place? You might want to gather some trusted loved ones and friends to ensure your safety. This evening experience includes a delectable five course grazing menu served throughout the Kearney Mansion and filled with savory and sweet delights. You will also be treated to a special welcome cocktail. You only need to bring your wits, which you will need as you interview suspects, find clues and work to solve a murder. Additional libations are available for purchase on-site. Ticket also includes unlimited non-alcoholic beverages. Space is very limited, secure your tickets today!
DATES: Friday, October 24th through Sunday, October 26th
ADDRESS: Clovis Trail (Behind the Parkway Trails Shopping Center on the northeast corner of Willow and Nees)
INFORMATION: The Clovis Haunted Trail is scary, haunted, outdoor, walking experience designed to thrill those who love Halloween and all scary things. You can expect to hear eerie music, foggy trees, and spooky lighting. Live zombies, creepy clowns, coffins and skeletons climbing about. Headstones, pumpkins, hay bales, witches and creepy dolls. Now is the time to walk with the dead or nearly dead. You must buy tickets for the event. This year, the Clovis Haunted Trail has teamed up with the local nonprofit Arts Enrichments For All. The group’s mission is to provide students in the Central Valley with education, access, and early exposure to the arts.
DATES: Saturday, October 25th, 5 pm – 8 pm
ADDRESS: 6759 North First Street, Fresno, CA, United States, California 93710
INFORMATION: Get ready for a frightfully fun night the whole family will love. So put on your best costume, bring your friends & family, and let’s make this Halloween one to remember!
DATES: Friday, October 10th, 6 pm – 9 pm
ADDRESS: Inspiration, Fresno
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Fall Movies in the Park: The Haunted Mansion – FREE. Enjoy a cozy evening under the stars with our Fall Movies in the Park.
DATES: Friday, October 10th, 6 pm – 9 pm
ADDRESS: Einstein Neighborhood Center
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Carve, paint, and personalize your pumpkins with a variety of supplies provided. Let your creativity shine and make your pumpkin uniquely yours!
DATES: Friday, October 17th, 6 pm – 9 pm
ADDRESS: Inspiration, Fresno
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Fall Movies in the Park: The Haunted Mansion – FREE Enjoy a cozy evening under the stars with our Fall Movies in the Park.
DATES: Saturday, October 18th, 1 pm – 4 pm
ADDRESS: Mosqueda Community Center, Fresno
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Get ready for a wicked good time and enjoy a DJ costume contest, and tasty treats. Join us, it’s going to be a spooktacular afternoon!
DATES: Tuesday, Oct 21st, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
ADDRESS: Mary Ella Brown Community Center, Fresno
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Concoct your own magical potions and wizardly spells! Enjoy wizard-themed family bingo, decorate your own wands or broomsticks, and participate in enchanting STEM projects.
DATES: Friday, October 24th, 4 pm – 6 pm
ADDRESS: Quigley Park, Fresno
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Join us for a fun-filled Fall-O-Ween Fiesta! Enjoy carnival games, a pumpkin patch with painting, and exciting Halloween games. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season!
DATES: Friday, October 24th, 4 pm – 6 pm
ADDRESS: Melody Park, Fresno
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Dive into Halloween fun with games, candy, a costume contest, and other spooky activities at the Melody Haunted House. It’s a frightfully delightful event for all ages!
DATES: Friday, October 24th, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
ADDRESS: Highway City Community Center, Fresno
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Join us for a spook-tacular good time! Enjoy the carnival games, FREE food, and science exploration fun! Wear your Halloween costume and bring the family. Supplies are limited and available on a first come, first serve basis.
DATES: Friday, October 24th, 4:30 pm – 6 pm
ADDRESS: Lafayette Neighborhood Center, Fresno
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Get ready to dance the night away at Lafayette’s Halloween Bash! Enjoy a costume contest with small prizes for the winners, and have fun with board games. It’s a spooky celebration you won’t want to miss!
DATES: Friday, October 24th, 6 pm – 9 pm
ADDRESS: Inspiration Park, Fresno
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Join us for a spooktacular evening with a movie showing, costume contest, temporary tattoos, maze, scavenger hunt, art station, and photobooth. It’s a night of spooky fun for all ages!
DATES: Thursday, October 30th, 3 pm – 6 pm
ADDRESS: El Dorado Neighborhood Center, Fresno
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Join us for Trunk or Treat, where decorated cars, themed carnival games, lively music, and a thrilling costume contest are all part of the excitement.
DATES: Saturday, October 25th, 12 pm – 4 pm
ADDRESS: Holmes Playground, Fresno
INFORMATION: EVENT BY FRESNO PARKS AND RECREATION. Join us for the Annual Kids Fest! This is a free event for all ages featuring bounce houses, science experiments, costume contests, info booths, and more. It’s a day full of fun and excitement for the whole family!
DATES: Thursday, October 30th, 6 pm – 8 pm
ADDRESS: Downtown Sanger
INFORMATION: Haunted House, Pumpkin Patch, Carnival Games, Live DJ, Food, and lots of CANDY! Trick-or-treaters MUST check in at the flag pole for a special bag! Costumes highly encouraged – show us your Halloween Spirit!
ADDRESS: 3475 W Shaw Ave Suite 103, Fresno
INFORMATION: Solve puzzles to break free from the spooky escape rooms. Different rooms to choose from. Up to 6 to 8 participants depending on the room. Get locked in and start the clock. Look around to find clues, puzzles and useful items. Solve puzzles, riddles and use items to escape. Must book an appointment.
ADDRESS: 90 E. Escalon #108, Fresno
INFORMATION: Solve puzzles to break free from the spooky escape rooms. Different rooms to choose from. How to play? Book your game on the website. Arrive 15 minutes early. Get locked in and start the clock. Look around to find clues, puzzles and useful items. Solve puzzles, riddles and use items to escape.
DATES: Friday, October 31th, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
ADDRESS: Firebaugh Police & Fire Department’s Parking Lots
INFORMATION: FREE to the Public! Bring the whole family for a safe, fun, and festive Halloween celebration!
MADERA COUNTY:
DATES: Friday, October 3rd through Thursday, October 31
ADDRESS: 7409 Rd 32, Madera, CA 93637
INFORMATION: The attraction will be closed on selected dates. After record-breaking attendance in 2020, Raisin Hell Ranch has totally redesigned and upgraded its haunting experience! More scares, bigger scares and same low price.
NOTE: Raisin Hell’s haunted attractions are NOT recommended for children 12 years or younger.
DATES: Every Friday and Saturday of October from 7pm-11pm
ADDRESS: 17878 Avenue 24, Chowchilla
INFORMATION: Ranch of Horror is offering thrilling attractions to celebrate spooky season. This is an outdoor event. The ground is dusty and weather could cause mud. Closed toed shoes are highly recommended. This year, the Ranch of Horror is celebrating its 10th year in the industry.
DATES: Saturday, October 18th, 6 pm – 9 pm
ADDRESS: Lions Town& Country Park
INFORMATION: Are you part of a local organization looking to share information with the community? The Parks & Community Services Department is excited to invite local groups, businesses, and organizations to participate in our upcoming Madera Eats Spooktacular event!
DATES: Saturday, October 25th, 6 pm – 9 pm
ADDRESS: Veterans Memorial Park, Chowchilla
INFORMATION: Come walk the trail, collect candy, and show off your costumes. This year, there are no lines, travel the trail at your own pace, and enjoy the fun all around you! Event hosted by the City, the Costume Contest hosted by the Chowchilla 4-H, and the Best Decorated Booth Contest hosted by the Chowchilla Fairgrounds!
DATES: Friday, October 31st, 11 am – 3 pm
ADDRESS: Pine Village, Bass Lake
INFORMATION: SAVE THE DATE: The 9th Annual Bass Lake Halloween Carnival is back on Sunday, October 26th from 11AM-3PM in Pines Village! Families can enjoy a costume contest with prizes, face painting, carnival games & food, and inflatable bounce houses & slides. Join us for a full weekend of family-friendly fall fun at Bass Lake! Come capture fun memories with friends and neighbors.
DATES: Friday, October 31th, 6 pm
ADDRESS: Coarsegold Rodeo Grounds
INFORMATION: FREE to the Public! Bring the whole family for a safe, fun, and festive Halloween celebration!
DATES: Thursday, October 30th, 5:30 pm – 8:30pm
ADDRESS: Courthouse Park – 210 W Yosemite Ave, Madera, CA 93637
INFORMATION: FREE to the Public! Bring the whole family for a safe, fun, and festive Halloween celebration!
MERCED COUNTY:
DATES: Saturday, September 27th through Sunday, November 2nd
ADDRESS: 2985 N. Southern Pacific Avenue, Atwater
INFORMATION: Growing family traditions since 2013! Over 70 varieties of pumpkins/gourds and 15 varieties of chrysanthemums! Attractions include Billykens’ Blasters, Hayride, Corn Maze, Mini Tractor Track, Time Travel Tractor, The Corn Chute, Barnyard Bounce, Zip-Bee!, Dino Dig, Hay Maze. This year will also feature new and original Pig Derby! See operating calendar for attraction dates/hours as well as special events. Entry tickets can be purchased at the ticket booth upon arrival. Only Season Passes sold online.
DATES: Thursday, October 2nd through Friday, October 31st, 9 am – 6 pm
ADDRESS: 7326 East HWY 140, 7326 E CA-140, Merced, CA
INFORMATION: There will be many pumpkin varieties available for purchase, fall harvest decor, multiple photo opportunities. Our outdoor dining is open every Saturday and Sunday from 11am-4pm. Our Tasting Room will be open daily, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Vista Ranch Pumpkin Patch is pleased to be able to offer families and friends the opportunity to enjoy the excitement of the fall season. Enjoy the outdoors, be kind to your neighbors and most of all, have fun and be safe. There is a variety of heirloom pumpkins, orange pumpkins, Indian corn, squash, gourds, wheat stalks, and more. Come out and make your fall traditions this harvest season! Saturday/Sundays: Wood Fired Pizza 11am-4pm.
DATES: Friday, October 24th, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
ADDRESS: 2649 Canal St. Merced
INFORMATION: Come down to Jenny Nicole’s on Friday, October 24th from 5:30pm-7:30pm for a fun family friendly Trunk or Treat. Be sure to dress up in your best costume and be ready to score some candy! Held at 2649 Canal St. Merced. This event is being presented by Jenny Nicole’s as well as La Sierra Care Center and Merced Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
DATES: Friday, October 31st, 6 pm
ADDRESS: 13070 S Highway 33, Santa Nella, CA, United States, California
INFORMATION: Trick or Treat Movie Night, trick or treat in the hotel’s courtyard from 6pm to 7pm, followed by a movie night (Hotel Transylvania) at 7:15pm. Event is free, but snacks and beverages available for purchase. Bring your own chairs or blankets.
DATES: Friday, October 31st, 6 pm – 8 pm
ADDRESS: Downtown Gustine
INFORMATION: Gustine Recreation Dept hosting their 11th annual Halloween Trunk or Treat Game Night BOO-ard games & game show Halloween night. Food vendors and small businesses will be participating.
DATES: Saturday, October 18th, 4 pm – 7 pm
ADDRESS: Livingston United Methodist Church
INFORMATION: Bring your little monster to our trunk or treat for a night of frightful fun. Our cars are all decked out and ready to fill your buckets with candy!
DATES: Friday, October 10th, 6 pm – 8 pm
ADDRESS: Atwater Community Center
INFORMATION: Join Us for a Spooktacular Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Calling all kids and teens ages 3 – 17! Show off your creativity at our Halloween Pumpkin Decorating Contest on October 10th! Winners will be announced on October 17th. Enjoy free hot cocoa provided by Dutch Bros Atwater and compete for awesome prizes donated by our very own local pumpkin patch Hunter Farms!
DATES: Friday, October 17th
ADDRESS: Bloss Grounds, Atwater
INFORMATION: The Black Flame Candle has been lit…The Sanderson Sisters return for one night only! Come join us for Halloween Movie night: Hocus Pocus. Costumes encouraged.
TULARE COUNTY:
DATES: Saturday, September 27th through Saturday, November 1st
ADDRESS: 26773 S. Mooney Blvd, Visalia
INFORMATION: Vossler Farms Pumpkin Patch features has a corn maze and Field of Screams.
DATES: Friday, October 24th, 3 pm – 6 pm
ADDRESS: Garden Plaza, Visalia
INFORMATION: Bring your little ghosts and goblins downtown for afamily-friendly Trick or Treatin the heart of Visalia! Participating businesses and restaurants along Main Street will be handing out candy, treats, and goodies in a safe, welcoming environment.
DATES: Friday, October 31st, 3 pm – 6 pm
ADDRESS: 210 N. Tipton Street, Visalia
INFORMATION: TheImagineUChildren’s Museum’s backyard transforms into a whimsical trick-or-treat village, where each door is uniquely decorated by community members to create a safe, fun, and family-friendly adventure for your little ones. Enjoy an evening filled with fun costumes, creativity, pony rides, and delicious bites from local food trucks.
DATES: Friday, October 31st, 3 pm
ADDRESS: 157 N Mirage St, Lindsay
INFORMATION: Join them for a boo-tastic time at the Library with lots of great resources, games, and goodies. Costumes encouraged!
DATES: Thursday, October 30, 5 pm
ADDRESS: Zumwalt Park, Tulare
INFORMATION: City of Tulare welcomes you to the inaugural Fall Festival happening on Thursday, October 30th, starting at 5PM. Close out the night with the showing our a classic, “The Nightmare Before Christmas”! Come dressed up and ready to have fun. It’s a free event. There will be vendors, games, crafts, candy, and more. We will announce the winners of our Halloween House Decorating Contest for Best Decorated and Spookiest House.
DATES: Thursday, October 30, 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
ADDRESS: Tulare Senior Center, 201 N. F Street
INFORMATION: Our Halloween Trick-or-Treat event is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to see all the little ghosts and goblins! Tulare Seniors, get ready to hand out candy and admire some adorable costumes.
DATES: Friday, October 24, 9 am – 10:30 am
ADDRESS: 407 N O St, Tulare
INFORMATION: Tulare Parks & Recreation presents Tricks & Treats, a Doggie Halloween Party out at K9 Bane Dog Park on Friday, October 24th, 2025, from 9AM to 10:30AM. There will be a Dog costume contest, dress your dog to win either of the categories: Best in Show or Best Creative Duo.
DATES: Every weekend in October through Oct. 31, 2 p.m. – 8 p.m.
ADDRESS: 464 Crawford Ave, Porterville, CA 93257
INFORMATION: Bigfoot Farms Pumpkin Patch features face painting, carnival games, food and petting zoo.
DATES: Saturday, Nov 1st, 5 pm
ADDRESS: Downtown Visalia – Church St. & Main St.
INFORMATION: Celebrate culture, community, and tradition at the DÃa de Los Muertos Street Festival!
KINGS COUNTY:
DATES: Saturday, October 25th, 11 am – 1 pm
ADDRESS: Downtown Lemoore
INFORMATION: Join us for bounce houses, cookie decorating, music, vendors, and of course LOTS of candy (while supplies last)! Don’t miss the Costume Contest at 12:30 PM with fun categories for all ages!
DATES: Friday, October 31, 6 pm – 8 pm
ADDRESS: Kings County Animal Service
INFORMATION: We are excited to invite you to an evening filled with thrills and chills! Boogie down with our DJ ! Don’t miss out-check out the flyer, spread the word, and tag us on Facebook and Instagram to join in the spooky festivities. Thanks to Kings Photo Booths, we have a booth set up for you to strike a pose and capture those ghostly memories!
ADDRESS: 10205 Flint Avenue, Hanford
INFORMATION: The Patch Pumpkin Patch. Sizes and prices vary. Heirloom pumpkins are available and price depend on size. For the kids, there is face painting. There’s also a hay maze and photo stands.
DATES: Friday, October 17th, 6 pm – 9 pm
ADDRESS: Old Courthouse Square
INFORMATION: Witches Night Out Festival in downtown Hanford is Friday, October 17th from 6:00pm-9:00pm with the After Party from 8:30-11pm. Tickets are $45 and include entrance into each participating business, a goody bag with gifts, coupons to use in your favorite shops and restaurants, and more! Each business will have something to offer including cocktail tasting, snacks, photo-ops, entertainment, gifts with purchase and discounts! Witches Night Out is always an exciting night with surprises around every corner. This year there will be live music by The Box. We will also have food vendors for your late night cravings. This event is limited to 21 and older.
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