There is SO much fun in planning and putting together your child’s Halloween costume. And even more fun, taking your child trick-or-treating in the perfect costume! Whether you are new to Ventura County or just looking for an easy and FREE place to trick-or-treat, we have compiled all the places you can visit to trick-or-treat and celebrate Halloween in a safe and fun environment.
There is no shortage of candy and treats in Ventura County and we hope your family enjoys hitting a few of them. Remember: The more candy the kids have, the more there is for Mom to steal! Your family is sure to enjoy these spots for trick-or-treating in Ventura County.
(Note: this list will be updated as trick-or-treat events are announced! To add yours to this list, email us at [email protected])
Easy and Fun Trick-or-Treating Locations in Ventura County
HAUNTED TRAIL & COSTUME CONTEST – Conejo Recreation and Park
Saturday, October 21, 2023
6:00-9:00pm
Thousand Oaks Community Center
2525 N. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks
Costume Contest: 6:00-7:00pm
Reptile Show – Immediately after the Costume Contest
Trunk-Or-Treat Street: 6:00-8:30pm
First departure down the trail starts at 7:00pm!
TRICK-OR-TREAT TRAIL ON THE LAKE – THOUSAND OAKS
Saturday, October 21, 2023
10 AM – 1 PM
Halloween celebrations and festivities continue as we come together for a fantastic day at The Lakes at Thousand Oaks where you can spend time on our Trick-or-Treat Trail, play on the playground, hang out for lunch at favorite eateries, and just enjoy community together!
TRICK-OR-TREAT – Oxnard
Oct. 25, 2023
5PM
2751 Park View Court
Oxnard, California 93036
The Collection at RiverPark invites princesses, pirates and pumpkins, of all ages to collect fang-tastic treats at The Collection at RiverPark’s annual trick-or-treat event.
Reservations are required to ensure our merchants can prepare for all superheroes and goblins, and while the whole family is encouraged to tag along, trick-or-treat tickets are for kids only. Tickets are not required for adults. This wicked event fills up fast, so mummies and daddies should be sure to RSVP as soon as possible.
SPOOKY TOWN – Simi Valley
October 27, 2023
6PM
Simi Valley Town Center
Spooky Town returns to Simi Valley on Friday, October 27th! Trick or treating, craft tables, costume contest & prizes, kid friendly Halloween music & dancing!
TRICK-OR-TREAT – Downtown Ventura
October 28, 2023
4pm – 7pm
Downtown Ventura’s Costume Contest & Trick-or-Treating returns Saturday, October 28th!
The Costume Contest starts at 3pm at the Main Street Stage. Special prizes will be awarded, thanks to RocketFizz! Trick-or-Treat at Main Street businesses from 4pm-7pm.
This is a FREE all-ages event!
TRICK-OR-TREAT – Los Posas Plaza
October 28, 2023
11:30am – 2:30pm
Wear your Halloween Costume and be prepared to Trick or Treat at Participating Merchants! We will have Balloons and Popcorn!
Meet at the Emporium located next to Starbucks and receive a FREE
Trick or Treat Bag.
SEASIDE KIDS TRICK OR TREAT – Ventura Harbor
Sunday October 29, 2023
12AM – 2PM
Ventura Harbor Village
Ventura, CA
Dress up the kids and navigate through the Ventura Harbor Village from Noon – 2PM Sunday, October 29. This free community event features over a dozen treat stops at participating Harbor shops and restaurants! It will be two hours packed full of sweets, face painting, fortune telling, and family fun!
HAUNTED HIGH STREET – Moorpark
October 31, 2023
4:00-7:00PM
Admission to this event is FREE (small fee to play in the carnival). Haunted High Street is full of fun activities for all ages!
Dress in your Halloween best for the chance to win some awesome prizes in our costume contests! Sign-ups will be at the City booth, and the contests will take place at 6:00 p.m. on stage of the High Street Arts Center! We’ll have awards and prizes for the following categories:
-Kids (ages 0-10)
-Tweens & Teens (ages 11-17)
– Adults (ages 18+)
-Family / Group (all ages)
HALLOWEEN IN THE PARK – Camarillo
October 31, 2023
5:00-8:00pm
Community Center Park
1605 E. Burnley St., Camarillo
Join us on Halloween for a night of trick or treating, games, crafts, and more! Dress up in your Halloween costume and have fun with the family, friends, and community. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. All dogs MUST be on a leash.
- Costume Contest
- Games
- Pumpkin Painting
- Food Trucks
- Vendors
- Trick or Treat Village
- And More!
TRICK OR TREAT – Camarillo
October 31, 2023
4:00PM to 6:00PM
Camarillo Premium outlets
740 E Ventura Blvd
Join Camarillo Premium Outlets and our retailers in celebrating Halloween with a Trick-or-Treat event on Tuesday, October 31st from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Visit participating stores that have a pumpkin in the window to receive a treat. Make sure to stop by our event area in Fashion Court in front of Brooks Brothers for a photo booth and more treats!
TRUNK OR TREAT – Fillmore
October 31, 2023
6:00PM to 8:00PM
Central Avenue
Downtown Fillmore
- Decorate your trunk, tailgate, or hatchback! Provide treats for eager “Treaters” (Teal Pumpkin Projects welcome). People’s Choice Award Decoration Contest.
We hope your family has a safe and fun Halloween. These spots for trick-or-treating in Ventura County are sure to make it a great holiday season!
