Happy FALL + Happy HALLOWEEN!

Fall is HERE and Halloween is BACK baby! We are so excited to get out to enjoy trick-or-treating, fun festivals, Trunk-or-Treats, pumpkin patches, haunted houses and other fall events! So, we are THRILLED to bring you the Ultimate Guide to Halloween in and around Ventura County. Everything is organized into one guide to save you time and keep you in the know about all the Halloween  events here in Ventura County!

Make sure to check back periodically as we will continue to add more activities and events for your family to enjoy!

26800 Mulholland Hwy
Calabasas, CA 91302

DATES:  Various dates September 27 – October 31
ADMISSION:  Starting at $26.99 

This season, we’re back and brighter than ever with our notorious Halloween event. We’ve summoned Jack o’ lanterns from every mystical sphere and devised a spook-tacular illuminated light show under the autumn sky! It’s not just an illusion, it’s an experience. You don’t want to miss this hair-raising feast for the senses. Brace yourself with a hot cider or seasonal cocktail from our Spookeasy bar and fortify your little ones with some of our festive fall treats.

Find more info on the website.

Santa Paula Train Depot
Santa Paula CA 93060 

DATES: The last three weekends in October – – October 11 – 27

ADMISSION: $15 Adults; $10 Children 12 and under
$12 adults $10 Children First Weekend Only (Oct. 11,12,13) 

Ghostwalk 2024 follows its 30-year tradition with historically based stories, real or imagined, told by ghost citizens that lived or might have lived in the Santa Clara River Valley.  Guests will be led by a ghostly companion for a 1-hour tour through this year’s chosen magical and mysterious environment, Santa Paula Train Depot and The Santa Paula Agricultural Museum.

Find more info on the website.

225 N. Moorpark Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

DATES: Various dates from Sept. 27 –  Nov. 2
Special “Lights ON” Tour: Oct 12, Noon – 3pm only.

ADMISSION: General admission $42 or $47 Immediate Access $67 or $72

Reign of Terror Haunted House is the largest, indoor, professional walk-through haunted house attraction in Southern California. We feature more than 142 custom rooms in 11 different, inter-connected haunt themed sections. Our all new 11th section premiering in Fall 2024: Forest of Fear. Reign of Terror covers an enormous 32,000 square feet of floor space, is packed with terrifying scenes, swarms of living and mechanical monstrous characters, amazing scary props, and countless spectacular special effects.

Find more info on the website.

2525 N. Moorpark Rd.
Thousand Oaks, CA

DATES: Saturday, October 19 :::   6:00-9:00pm

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

Find more info on the website.

7075 Campus Rd.
Moorpark, CA

DATES: October 19 & 20 and October 26 & 27
ADMISSION:
Adults (12-64yrs): $12
Child (3-12yrs) :  $10
Seniors (65+): $10

Enjoy trick-or-treating, a scavenger hunt, food trucks, free crafts and so much more!

Find more info on the website.

5005-C Los Angeles Ave.
Simi Valley, CA

DATES: October 31  :::   4:00 – 7:00 pm
ADMISSION: $10

Get ready for another SPOOKTACULAR Halloween Carnival! Be sure to check back often – we’re constantly updating our site with fun features! This year’s Beetlejuice themed event will have classic features and some new elements

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DATES: October 31   :::   4:00-7:00 p.m.

ADMISSION: FREE (small fee to play in the carnival).

Haunted High Street is full of fun activities for all ages!  Enjoy trunk-or-treating, costume contest, a dance party, crafts and more.

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500 Niños Drive
Santa Barbara, CA

DATES: October 18–20 and 25–27 :: 5:00pm – 8:00pm
ADMISSION: $25/adult, $18/child (2–12), free/under 2. SB Zoo Members get $3 off tickets.

With safe trick-­or-treating and “monster-ous” thrills and chills during six nights of “spell-a-bration,” there’s plenty of time to get into the Halloween spirit at Boo at the Zoo.

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200 Moranda Pkwy
Port Hueneme, CA 93041

DATES: Oct. 23   :::   5:00pm – 8:00pm
ADMISSION: FREE

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101 Fwy at Las Posas Rd.
Camarillo, CA 93010

DATES:  October 25  :::   14:00pm – 5:30pm
ADMISSION: FREE

Whether you bring your own paddle board or kayak or rent from Ventura Boat Rentals, glide along Ventura Harbor dressed as a witch for a festive Halloween experience!

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101 Fwy at Las Posas Rd.
Camarillo, CA 93010

DATES:  October 26  :::   11:30am – 2:00pm
ADMISSION: FREE

Join us for a spooktacular Halloween Trick-or-Treat event! Bring your little ghouls and goblins for an evening of candy, costumes, and fun! Meet at the Emporium located next to Starbucks.

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Downtown Ventura

DATES: Oct. 26   :::   3pm – 7pm
ADMISSION: FREE

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Channel Islands Harbor

DATES:  October 26  :::   3pm – 8:30pm
ADMISSION: FREE

Halloween-themed boat parade and numerous family-friendly landside activities starting at 3 p.m. This event is all about celebrating the spooky season in style, and it’s the perfect opportunity to bring the whole family together for a day of laughter, thrills, and, of course, free candy!

Find more info on the website.

1583 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001

DATES: October 26  ::  12pm – 2pm
ADMISSION: FREE

A wonderful display of dogs (and owners) in creative and thematic costumes are invited to join the fun! Enter your pup in the fun and parade your pooch around the pet-friendly Harbor Village!

Find more info on the website.

1583 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001

DATES: October 27  ::  12pm – 2pm
ADMISSION: FREE

This free community event features 20+ treat stops at participating Harbor shops and restaurants! It will be two hours packed full of sweets, face painting, fortune telling, and family fun!

Find more info on the website.

Oak Park Community Center
1000 N. Kanan Rd.

DATES: October 31   :::   3:30pm – 6:30pm

ADMISSION: Presales $5 for kids 3 and up (parents and children under 3 are free). Pre-registration ends October 30th at rsrpd.org. Tickets on the day of the event will be $10 per person.

Come join us for a night of spooktacular fun! Featuring Trick-or-Treat Village, Carnival Games, Face Painting, Art & Crafts and of course, Prizes and Candy!

Find more info on the website.

1605 E. Burnley St.
Camarillo, CA 93010

DATES:  October 31 :::   5-8pm
ADMISSION: FREE

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.

• Costume Contest 6pm
• Games
• Pumpkin Painting
• Food Trucks
• Vendors
• Trick or Treat through the event
• Outdoor movie on the lawn starts at 7:45pm

Find more info on the website.

Downtown Fillmore – Central Avenue
[between Sespe Ave & Main Street]

DATES: Oct. 31  ::: 5pm-6pm (sensory friendly hour) 6-8pm
ADMISSION: FREE

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1050 Cannon Rd.
Carlsbad, CA 92008

DATES: Friday & Saturdays in October 7pm-10pm
ADMISSION: $25 per person Front of Line Pass $45 per person

Looking for a spooky adventure this Halloween season? Our haunted maze is just the place for you. The perfect thrilling experience that you and your family will talk about for days. The haunted maze is perfect for teenagers and adults, guaranteed to get your heart thumping

Find more info on the website.

18540 E Telegraph Rd.
Santa Paula, CA 93060

DATES:  Sept. 27 – October 31
ADMISSION:  $13

Entrance to 10 acre farm, Hay Ride around farm, Animal Center, Corn Field Expedition, Farm Life Experience, access to Pick Your own Fields, Plenty of Scenic photo opportunities,

Find more info on the website.

3370 Sunset Valley Road
Moorpark, CA 93021

DATES:  September 28 – October 31
ADMISSION: GATE ADMISSION WEEKDAYS IN OCTOBER (M-Fri):
General Admission: $14.00 – At Gate ONLY Mon – Fri

Our Festival site will be filled with games, rides, photos ops, live entertainment, themed weekends, bands and more! Weekends will include all performances, bands, demonstrations & entertainment. Pick Your Own fruit, vegetables, and flowers as well as tractor-pulled wagon rides around the farm, our Animal Center & visits with our animals are offered daily.

Find more info on the website.

We hope your family has a wonderful season and enjoys many of these Halloween events in Ventura County.

If you are looking for even more fun, check out these other great Guides.

• Guide to Apple Picking
• Guide to Pumpkin Patches
• Guide to Corn Mazes