Ultimate Guide to Halloween in Ventura County 2023

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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 & Fall Events 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 and Fall 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!

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HALLOWEEN EVENTS + ACTIVITIES

NIGHTS OF THE JACK - An Immersive Halloween Experience

26800 Mulholland Hwy
Calabasas, CA 91302

DATES:  Various dates September 29th – October 31st, 2023
ADMISSION:  $22.99 and Parking is $9.99

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. Follow the 3/4 mile trail at King Gillette Ranch, glimmering at every turn with our blazing gourds around every corner.

Find more info on the website.

SANTA PAULA THEATER CENTER GHOSTWALK

102 N 7th St.
Santa Paula CA 93060 

DATES: The last three weekends in October – – October 13th – 29th
ADMISSION: $15 Adults; $10 Children 12 and under
$12 adults $10 Children (First weekend only Oct. 13, 14 and 15) 

Ghostwalk 2023 follows its 28-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 Masonic Temple. The 2023 GhostWalk location of Masonic Temple will provide the backdrop for each story, with each location transformed into a ghostly stage for each of our featured ghosts. Guests will enjoy hearing the stories of the dearly departed as they are accompanied by their ghostly host throughout the walk.

Find more info on the website.

REIGN OF TERROR HAUNTED HOUSE

225 N. Moorpark Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

DATES: Various dates in October.
Special “Lights ON” Tour: Sat, Oct 14, Noon – 3pm only.
ADMISSION: General admission $35 or $40 Immediate Access $60 or $65

The award-winning Reign of Terror Haunted House features 10 interconnected attractions, 138 separate rooms to walk through and hordes of frightful characters waiting to give you a thrill.  All 10 Attractions have been updated. You experience ALL with ONE TICKET!

Find more info on the website.

CEMETERY LANE - TRICK-R-TREAT EXPERIENCE

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3515 Pasadena St.
Los Angeles, CA 90031

DATES: Select Dates from October 19-30.
ADMISSION: $27-$32

Located within the gated, safe and secure “neighborhood” of Heritage Square Museum, Cemetery Lane features 13 themed trick-r-treat stops and other surprises for kids of all ages.

Find more info on the website.

HAUNTED TRAIL & COSTUME CONTEST

2525 N. Moorpark Rd.
Thousand Oaks, CA

DATES: Saturday, October 21, 2023  :::   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.

ANNUAL YOUTH HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL

5005 Los Angeles Ave.
Simi Valley, CA

DATES: October 31, 2023  :::   4:00 – 7:00 pm
ADMISSION: $6 for 3 – 12 years. $8 13 -18 years. 2 and under is FREE

Trick-or-Treat Village: Take a stroll through our trick or treat village. Booths will be filled with inflatables, lights, and of course CANDY!

Find more info on the website.

HAUNTED HIGH STREET - Moorpark

DATES: October 31, 2023   :::   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.

Find more info on the website.

"BOO AT THE ZOO" - America's Teaching Zoo

7075 Campus Rd.
Moorpark, CA

DATES: October 21 & 22 and October 28 & 29 2023
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.

BOO AT THE ZOO - SANTA BARBARA

500 Niños Drive
Santa Barbara, CA

DATES: October 20–22 and 27–29, 2023 :: 5:00pm – 8:00pm
ADMISSION: $25/adult, $18/child (2–12), free/under 2. SB Zoo Members get $3 off tickets.

With six nights of “spell-a-bration,” there’s plenty of time to get into the Halloween spirit as the Zoo offers safe trick-­or-treating and “monster-ous” thrills and chills. Zoo closes at 4 PM.

Find more info on the website.

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL - OAK PARK

Oak Park Community Center
1000 N. Kanan Rd.

DATES: October 31, 2023   :::   4:00pm – 7:00pm
ADMISSION: $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 enjoy a fun night at the Halloween carnival in Oak Park. For ages 12 and under – inflatables, game booths, face painting, balloon artist, food and more.

Find more info on the website.

HALLOWEEN IN THE PARK - CAMARILLO

1605 E. Burnley St.
Camarillo, CA 93010

DATES:  October 31, 2023  :::   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.  All dogs MUST be on a leash.

  • Costume Contest
  • Games
  • Pumpkin Painting
  • Food Trucks
  • Vendors
  • Trick or Treat Village
  • And More!

Find more info on the website.

TRUNK OR TREAT - FILLMORE

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

DATES: Oct. 31, 2023   :::   6pm – 8pm
ADMISSION: FREE
Join us for a fun night trick or treating in the heart of Downtown Fillmore CA!
Are you ready to Trunk-or-Treat?! Bring the kids of all ages out to trick or treat at this super safe Halloween location; it’s FREE!

Find more info on the website.

SPOOK-TACULAR - PORT HUENEME

550 Park Ave.
Port Hueneme, CA 93041

DATES: Oct. 26, 2023   :::   5:00pm – 8:00pm
ADMISSION: FREE
Need a pumpkin to carve for Halloween? Come join us for a Spook-Tacular evening at the Orvene S. Carpenter Community Center! There will be treats, train rides, hay mazes, pumpkin patch and MORE!

Find more info on the website.

TRUNK OR TREAT - DOWNTOWN VENTURA

Downtown Ventura

DATES: Oct. 28, 2023   :::   3pm – 7pm
ADMISSION: FREE

Downtown Ventura’s Costume Contest & Trick-or-Treating returns. 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, family-friendly event open to all ages!

Find more info on the website.

PARADE OF FRIGHTS - CHANNEL ISLANDS HARBOR

Channel Islands Harbor

DATES:  October 28th, 2023  :::   2pm – 9pm
ADMISSION: FREE

Halloween weekend at the Channel Islands Harbor is sure to be howling with the 2nd Annual “Parade of Frights.”  The Parade of Frights, a non-competitive, Halloween-themed boat parade is scheduled for 7 p.m. on October 28, 2023.

Prior to the Parade of Frights, a variety of organizations and businesses will be offering Halloween-related events and activities.

Find more info on the website.

TRICK OR TREAT - LAS POSAS PLAZA

101 Fwy at Las Posas Rd.
Camarillo, CA 93010

DATES:  October 28th, 2023  :::   11:30am – 2:30pm
ADMISSION: FREE

Come on down to the LAS POSAS PLAZA
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. 

Find more info on the website.

KIDS SEASIDE TRICK OR TREAT

1583 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001

DATES: October 29th 2023  ::  12pm – 2pm
ADMISSION: FREE

Dress up the kids and navigate through the Ventura Harbor Village. 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!

Find more info on the website.

HOWL-O-WEEN DOG COSTUME CONTEST

1583 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001

DATES: October 28th, 2023  ::  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.

Haunted Corn Maze "Field of Screams

1050 Cannon Rd.
Carlsbad, CA 92008

DATES: Every Friday & Saturday in October ::  7pm-10pm
ADMISSION: $25 per person. Front of the line haunted corn maze: $45 per person.

Looking for a spooky adventure this Halloween season? Our haunted maze is just the place for you. We team up with Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundationto create 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. Only open on Fridays and Saturdays, so make sure you plan accordingly to get your fix of a good Halloween scare!

Find more info on the website.

PRANCERS PUMPKIN PATCHES

18540 E Telegraph Rd.
Santa Paula, CA 93060

DATES:  October 1st – October 31st
ADMISSION:  $12

Welcome to our all new Prancer’s Farm 2023 Pumpkin Patch Harvest. This year is going to be by far the most unique pumpkin patch experience period. Aside from all of our favorite attractions like our sunflower maze, single and double-barrel train rides and electric bull, we have much greater in store for all of you this year and you won’t want to let it pass you by.

Find more info on the website.

UNDERWOOD FAMILY FARMS - FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL

3370 Sunset Valley Road
Moorpark, CA 93021

DATES:  September 30th – October 31st. :: 9am – 6pm
ADMISSION: Monday – Friday in October
General Admission: $14.00 – At Gate ONLY Mon – Fri

26th Annual Fall Harvest Festival returns with our giant Pumpkin Patch, Pick Your Own & Fall Harvest experience! 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.

FALL + HARVEST EVENTS

MOORPARK COUNTRY DAYS

DATES:  October 7th, 2023  : 9am – 4pm
ADMISSION: FREE

This year’s theme is “Growing Together!” Country Days is a time-honored tradition that begins with the cheers and waves of hundreds of families and friends as the parade makes its way along Historic High Street. Immediately following the parade is a good old fashion street fair featuring local vendors, crafts, entertainment, a children’s village, and overall just plain fun.

Find more info on the website.

HARVEST FESTIVAL ART & CRAFT SHOW

10 W Harbor Blvd.
Ventura, CA 93001

DATES:  October 6 – 8, 2023

$9.00  General Admission
$7.00  Seniors (62+)
$7.00  Military
$4.00  Kids (13-17)
FREE  (12 & Under)

Family-owned and operated, we take pride in upholding the tradition of excellence that has been enjoyed for 50 years. Our goal is to provide you a one-of-a-kind shopping experience.

Find more info on the website.

HALLOWEEN STREET FAIR - SIMI VALLEY

1555 Simi Town Center Way
Simi Valley, CA 93065

DATES:  October 28, 2023
ADMISSION: FREE

Come check out the Simi Valley Street Fair from 9am – 4pm at Simi Valley Town Center. Enjoy food & drinks from our amazing restaurants.
Dogs welcomed

Find more info on the website.

CONEJO FALL FEST

DATES:  October 13th – 15th, 2023
ADMISSION: FREE

The Conejo Fall Fest is a community event for all with free admission. A Thousand Oaks tradition for over 40 years including 3 days of excitement, food, fun and entertainment. Come celebrate the joy of Fall, great friends, and the love of family at the Conejo Fall Fest!

Find more info on the website.

CALABASAS PUMPKIN FESTIVAL

3701 Lost Hills Rd.
Agoura Hills, CA 91301

DATES:  October 22nd   :::  10am – 5pm
ADMISSION: $10 advanced tickets. $15 event day. Children under 24 months admitted free.

More than 200 years later, the Calabasas community returns to Juan Bautista de Anza Park to celebrate its namesake with friends, family, fun and of course, pumpkins!  Shop the Marketplace, try a new pumpkin dish, dance and sing along to great bands, and pick your pumpkin in the pumpkin patch.

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 2023 Guides.

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