ANAHEIM

Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade
Saturday, October 31, 2009

The Halloween Parade has been an Anaheim tradition since 1924, when baseball legend Babe Ruth was honored as the Grand Marshal of the celebration.

The Fall Festival, organized by the Anaheim Fall Festival Committee, have activities planned from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m., featuring game and food booths, live entertainment, a costume contest, trick-or-treating, free children’s admission to the MUZEO when accompanied by a paid adult, and a haunted house. Food and craft booths are available for a nominal fee

LOCATION:
Most events are held in Downtown Anaheim, at the Center Street Promenade

INFORMATION:
(714) 999-3456

The Empty Grave
September: 25-27, 2009
October: 2-4, 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, and 28-31, 2009
November: 1, 2009
6:30pm-Midnight on Fridays and Saturdays
6:30pm-10pm on weeknights.

New location!
The Empty Grave is Anaheims newest Haunted Attraction. Get ready to for an experiance like no other!

General Admission $13. Front of line pass $20
Online tickets available.

LOCATION:
Anaheim GardenWalk
321 W. Katella Ave.
Anaheim 92802

BREA

Sinister Pointe
October 2-4, 8-11, 15-18, 22-25, 27-31, 20097:00pm-10pm & 7:00pm-12:00am Saturdays and Sundays

What begins as an old movie theater, is transformed into TWO heart-pounding mazes and one terrifying scare zone. 2009 will host the SILENT HILL maze and FEAR, an interactive haunted attraction that puts you against your worst fears.

Recommended for 12 and over
$13 - Single Admission, $20 - Dual Admission

LOCATION:
Brea Plaza Center (back of center)
453 S. Associated Rd

INFORMATION:
866-95-SCREAM

BUENA PARK

Knotts Berry Farm Halloween Haunt
Sept 24-27, 2009
Sept 30 - Oct 4, 7-11, 14-18, 21-25, 29-31, 2009

Knott’s professional “scare-masters” have transformed the old Berry Farm into Knott’s Scary Farm for another year of the world’s first, biggest and most famous theme park Halloween event! This year there will be new mazes and old mazes returning.

Knotts Berry Farm Camp Spooky
Weekends in October
10am - 5pm

Family friendly, daytime fun. Weekends in October through Halloween. Pirate, witch, cowboy, angel? It's that time of year to decide who you want to be. Knott's invites you to dress to the nines in your Halloween finery and come to "Snoopy's Costume Party" in Camp Spooky. This daytime, non-scare celebration of cheer rather than fear, is THE social event of the season with shows, activities, and of course trick-or-treating all geared for kids ages 3-11.

COSTA MESA

Pumpkins & Pancakes - A Children’s Halloween Extravaganza
October 25, 2009 from 8-11 a.m.

A Children's Halloween Extravaganza. Children come in costume and will enjoy live music and entertainment. Guests will also enjoy a gourmet pancake breakfast, live entertainment, prizes and arts and crafts. All proceeds from the event benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA). CASA works to break the vicious cycle of child abuse by training community volunteers to speak up for abused children and guiding them into environments where they will thrive.

LOCATION:
Located in Crate and Barrel / Macy's Home Store Wing
South Coast Plaza

INFORMATION:
(714) 619-5140

Halloween Spooktacular - Costa Mesa
October 17, 2009
Beginning at 10:00 AM

Trick or treat! Prepare for a concert of spooky thrills and musical chills at this spooktacular treat of a concert! Don’t forget to wear your costume for this annual favorite.

LOCATION:
Segerstrom Concert Hall
600 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

INFORMATION:
(714) 755-5799

CYPRESS

City of Cypress Halloween Activities

Teen Halloween Dance
October 24, 2009
7-10pm

LOCATION:
La Palma Community Ctr.

Haunted House
October 24 - November 3, 2009
all day

LOCATION:
Cypress Community Center
5700 Orange Avenue

Halloween Carnival
October 31, 2009
6 - 9 pm

Game Booth - Prizes - Food - Entertainment - Costume Contest. All adults must be accompanied by a child. Admission is $3.

LOCATION:
Cypress Community Center
5700 Orange Avenue

INFORMATION:
714 229-6780

DANA POINT

Doheny State Beach Haunted Campground
Saturday, October 24, 2009
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Interpretive Association will once again host Doheny's Halloween Haunt. A section of the campground will be transformed into a spooky area, with educational booths, arts and crafts, a Fun Zone, and other fun activities.

There is no charge for admission; however, a donation of one non-perishable food item per person is greatly appreciated. Dress those little ones for this event!

LOCATION:
Doheny State Beach

INFORMATION:
949-496-6172

Free Halloween Kids Boo Cruise
Dana Point
Friday, October 30, 2009
6 - 8 pm

Take a haunted trip aboard the Sum Fun for a spooky 20 minute harbor cruise! Our haunted ship will be filled with Halloween treats! This trip is completely FREE! Be sure to dress up! Trips will run every 20 minutes between 6 and 8pm! For more info call (949) 496-5794! No reservations needed!

LOCATION:
Dana Wharf Sportfishing / Dana Point Harbor
34675 Golden Lantern
Dana Point

FULLERTON

Haunted Fullerton Walking Tours
September 16 through November 6, 2009
6 p.m. (lasting about 2 ½ hours)

Did you know Fullerton is one of the most haunted cities around? Ghosts are lurking at every corner. Take this tour and find out what businesses have pots and pans flying around after hours, what famous deceased Fullertonian makes an “appearance” now and then, and where the spirits like to have a beer or two. Don’t miss out on a hauntingly good time!

“Ghost hunters” should be prepared to walk approximately 1.5 miles, and the tours will include climbing stairs. Participants should wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a sense of humor with them. The tour is not recommended for children under 13.

LOCATION:
Meet at Fullerton Museum

RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION:
(714) 738-6545

Haunted Garden at the Arboretum
October 23-24, 2009
Tour Times - 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm

Watch out for bats & bullfrogs, vampires & vermin, ghosts, goblins and ghouls. Follow Count Dracula and Friends of Frankenstein for a scary trip down garden paths into the deciduous forest and on to the Haunters’ Ball for refreshments and fun.

Haunted Garden will feature again this year a less spooky “Younger Children’s Costume Party” on Saturday, October 24 th from 1:00- 3:00 PM, for children 3-5 years of age. The afternoon will include a costume parade, pumpkin patch tours, crafts, games, refreshments a few surprises. The cost for the afternoon is $6.00 per child. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult and there is no charge for the adult.

RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION:
657.278.4002

Night of the Living Dead
October 2 - November 1, 2009

"A true cult classic - and one of the scariest movies of all time. The dead are walking, and hunger for human flesh. A group of panicked survivors are barricaded in a deserted farmhouse while the army of flesh-eating zombies hovers outside their door. This Halloween experience the bone-chilling terror on STAGE!

Tickets: $19, Students with current ID $10
Warning - Graphic Violence

LOCATION:
MaverickTheatre
110 E. Walnut
Fullerton

INFORMATION HOTLINE:
714-526-7070

Pumpkin Launch 2009
October 31 2009
9:00am - 12:30pm

A fall festival with a math and science twist! This fun, family-friendly event is hosted by Discovery Science Center's Future Scientists and Engineers of America. Free activities will include carved-pumpkin contests (bring your own carved pumpkin), a catapult contest, music, entertainment, and the chance to watch engineering students launch pumpkins.

LOCATION:
California State University
Fullerton's Titan Field

INFORMATION:
714-542-2823

HUNTINGTON BEACH

Main Street Halloween Celebration
October 31, 2009
4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

For children of all ages, this annual Halloween celebration features games, a haunted house, activity booths, a bounce house, costume contest and more. Children 12 and under can trick-or-treat along Main Street and enter into a costume contest.

Also, feel free to dress up your dog and bring them along, as this event is pet friendly!

LOCATION:
Downtown Huntington Beach
Main Street

INFORMATION:
(714) 969-0795

Halloween Day at Dippin Dots - Huntington Beach
Saturday, October 31, 2009
1 - 3 pm

Halloween Spooktacular Fun at the Huntington Beach Dippin Dots! Free toppings on any purchase of dippin dots. Customers can also enter to win free dippin dots for one year with purchase. Halloween crafts - come in costume!

LOCATION:
19742 Beach Blvd
Huntington Beach

INFORMATION:
(714) 963-4549

IRVINE

Boot Hill
October 23-25, 28-31, 2009
Times vary - check their website

An elaborate yard display in Irvine, BOOT HILL rises from the fog for it's 10th year to inhabit the residence at 16 Goldenrod. The unearthly spirits from the old west town of Bridgewood will materialize for SEVEN nights, transforming the residence at 16 Goldenrod into the old church and cemetary that once occupied the land. Come if you dare...but beware the ghost of Jedediah Smith, he has been known to roam through the decaying grounds of Boot Hill.

Free to all, donations are accepted with proceeds going to CHOC: Children’s Hospital of Orange County.

LOCATION:
16 Goldenrod
Irvine, CA

INFORMATION:
818-633-0300

LA HABRA

Mini Monsters Bash
Friday, October 30, 2009
10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Bring in your little goblin for a fun and festive Halloween morning! There will be crafts, games, costume parade and treats! Free to Children's Museum at La Habra Members. Non-members in costume get 1/2 off admission.

LOCATION:
Children's Museum at La Habra
301 South Euclid Street
La Habra

INFORMATION:
(562) 905-9793

Fall Festival Fun
Saturday, October 31, 2009

10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Ages 3-6 yrs., $25 per child Put on your costume and join the fun at this spooky event.

LOCATION:
La Habra Community Center
101 W. La Habra Blvd.

INFORMATION:
(562) 905-9708

LAGUNA NIGUEL

Haunted Trails
October 22-24, 2009

A tornado ripped through Crown Valley Park dropping a “Lost Island” along the creek bed. Small groups will be escorted through the “Pirate Village” and wind through the “Jungle Maze,” avoiding the “Wild Animals” who live along the trail. Island cannibals will show you their village life as you wind through the tents and end up on the banks of “Lost Island.” Wear comfortable shoes to walk along the trail.

Location at the entrance to the Community Park on the emergency road. Geared to children 8 years and older.

Cost: $10 per person - Purchase tickets in Parks and Recreation office at the event

INFORMATION:
949-425-5100

LOS ALAMITOS

Halloween Carnival
Friday, October 30, 2009
6:00pm to 9:00pm

Includes entertainment, carnival games, prizes, a donut eating contest, bobbing for apples, music, arts and crafts, a photo area, and a costume contest. The event is geared toward children ages 3-12 years of age. Come out and join us for a “gloulishly good time for the entire family.”

LOCATION:
Laurel Park
Bloomfield and Katella

INFORMATION;
(562) 430-1073

NEWPORT BEACH

Roaring ‘20s Themed Murder Mystery Dinner
October 31, 2009

Guests take part in the frolicking fun that begins with cocktails and tray-passed hors d’oeuvres from 6:30 p.m. – 7 p.m., dinner & show from 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and dancing from 9:30 p.m.to close.

The evening will kickoff with appetizers including coconut shrimp served with a mango papaya sauce and petite quiche Lorraines. Dinner, which will be prepared by Executive Chef Daniel Jimenez, will begin with a mixed green salad followed by the entrée course (Dover sole, stuffed chicken or vegetarian pasta) served with garlic mashed potatoes and vegetables and a dessert of tiramisu.

$50 per person

LOCATION:
Back Bay Bistro at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort
Newport Beach

INFORMATION & RESERVATIONS:
(949) 729-3800. Space is limted.

ORANGE

Irvine Park Railroad - Pumpkin Patch
September 19th - November 1st, 2009

Irvine Park Railroad’s 4th annual pumpkin patch is fun for the entire family! The pumpkin patch opens daily at 10:00 am beginning September 19th through November 1st. Activities include train rides, hay rides, a haunted house, a hay maze, pony rides, a moon bounce, face painting (weekends only), picture stands, the Orange County Zoo, and a lot more. Admission into the pumpkin patch is free. Prices for all other activities vary. School and group discounts available.

LOCATION:
Irvine Park Railroad
1 Irvine Park Road, Orange

Treats in the Streets
Thursday, October 29, 2009
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Trick or Treat 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Costume parade at 5:30 p.m. at Main Stage

The streets surrounding the Old Towne Plaza are closed off to traffic and Old Towne merchants decorate their shops and hand out candy to trick-or-treaters. Live music, activities, food booths and community displays

LOCATION:
Old Towne Orange Plaza Area

INFORMATION:
714-744-7267

Bats, Cats & Spiders - Halloween Toddler Program
October 15, 23, 27, 2009
10:00am to 11:00am

Halloween is almost here! Come learn about animals associated with this time of year and make spooky crafts. Class inlcludes hands-on learning and fun crafts. This class fills up quickly! Please see special instructions.

Event Fee: $5.00 (includes ONE parent)
Parking Fee: Irvine Park entry fee is $3 per car weekdays & $5 per car weekends Age: 3-4 years old

LOCATION:
Orange County Zoo
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869

INFORMATION:
Special Instructions: PHONE REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Call Marcy Crede-Booth, Education Coordinator at (714) 973-6846. Additional parents/siblings/family/friends must pay admission fee to enter zoo. Please note spaces fill quickly for toddler classes.

Halloween at the Zoo
October 31, 2009
10:00am to 4:00pm

Come take part in some Halloween fun! Activities include crafts for kids, face painting, and for children 12 years & under, trick-or-treating and a scavenger hunt! The first 100 children (ages 12 & under) in costume receive a free gift! See the zoo animals receive treat-filled pumpkins throughout the day.

Event Fee: Free with zoo admission ($2 per person, ages 2 & under free) Parking Fee: Irvine Park entry $5.00 per car Age: all ages

LOCATION:
Orange County Zoo
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869

INFORMATION:
For more information or questions, please contact Marcy at 714-973-6846.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

Haunted House of Illusions
October 30 - 31, 2009

Not your ordinary Haunted House, this Magic Show with a Haunted Twist will leaves the hairs on your neck standing up as you try to figure out, "How did they do that?" Tickets are $5 each and will be sold at Sponsoring Businesses throughout the Capistrano Valley. The recommended age range is 8 years old and up.

Benefitting the Capistrano Unified School District Foundation.

LOCATION:
Zax Studios
33155 Camino Capistrano, Suite B
San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION:
(949) 388-5802

Ghost Tours
October 24, 2009
Tours start at 6:30, 7:00 & 7:30 pm

Get in the spirit of Halloween by joining the Historical Society Walking Tour Guides on a spooky walking tour of Los Rios Street, the oldest residential neighborhood in California. Be prepared for creepy tales of big black dogs, strange monks who have lost their heads, ghostly tales about a lady in white and other goings on.

Cost: Adults: $4.00 Children: $3.00. Reservations are required. Meet and pay at the O'Neill Museum.

LOCATION:
O'Neill Museum
31831 Los Rios Street

INFORMATION:
Reservations are required and can be made by calling
949-493-8444

SANTA ANA

Discovery Science Center Presents: Skeletons! - Santa Ana
Opens October 17, 2009

Mixing science, art and culture, this exhibition will showcase the science under your skin! Spooky Science: Skeletons will highlight “Dia de los Muertos” art and activities, while incorporating hands-on science lessons. Special events will be held on weekends throughout the exhibition. It’s is a SPOOKtacular good time!

LOCATION:
Discovery Science Center
2500 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92705

INFORMATION:
714-542-2823

Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off
October 25, 2009
9 am - 1:30 pm

Free family event! Watch giant pumpkins compete to outweigh each other and try to surpass last year’s record-setting mark of 1,110 pounds. New this year will be a classic 1930s “fairground organ,” beautifully restored by Lloyd and Brook Osmundson, which will provide musical entertainment during the event.

LOCATION:
Heritage Museum of Orange County
3101 West Harvard Street
Santa Ana

INFORMATION:
714-540-0404

BOO at the Zoo
October 17-18, 24-25, 30, 2009
5:30 - 8:00 pm

This family-friendly costumed extravaganza will bring FUN, SAFE, trick-or-treating in a "Merry not Scary" Zoo atmosphere, with educational programs throughout the evening, and a costume parade.

LOCATION:
Santa Ana Zoo
1801 E. Chestnut Ave

INFORMATION:
714-953-8555

SEAL BEACH

Trick or Treating on Main Street
Saturday October 31, 2009
11:00am - 4:00pm

Merchants will dress in costume to greet young trick-or-treaters on Halloween.

LOCATION:
Main Street

INFORMATION:
562-799-0179

SILVERADO CANYON / TRABUCO CANYON

Haunted Tour up Black Star Canyon
October 24, 2009

By lantern light, follow the ghost of William Wolfskill up Black Star Canyon where he massacred an entire Indian village. Hear stories about grizzly bears, wolves, and jaguars. Look for tarantulas, bats, and owls. Wear your favorite Halloween costume. Beware the mysterious spooks concealed within the Chaparral. Meet at the great sandstone rock next to the pipe gate at end Black Star Canyon Rd.

Cost: $10 donation per person. For ages 13 and up (Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian.)

LOCATION:
Meet at the end of Black Star Canyon Rd, Silverado, CA 92676. Take Santiago Canyon Rd east from Jamboree, follow past Irvine Lake, turn left on Silverado Cyn Rd, turn left on Black Star Cyn Rd, follow all the way to white pipe gate and park. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early.

Pirates of Frontier
October 31, 2009
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

The 3rd Annual "Pirates of Frontier" haunted house will be held at the end of Frontier Street in Wagon Wheel (101 Frontier Street). This year, we are accepting donations on behalf of the Katie Hawley Fund, which assists the Hawley family as they help their daughter fight the effects of cancer.

The excitement all starts on Halloween Night, when the cul de sac at the end of Frontier Street will be transported into an amazing scene from the age of swashbucklers. The Pirates of Frontier will include 5 different areas: The Pirate Shack, Redbeard's Saloon, Outdoor Graveyard, Torture Chamber& Davy Jones' Shipwreck

LOCATION:
101 Frontier Street
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679

INFORMATION:
piratesoffrontier@yahoo.com

WESTMINSTER

Halloween events at the Westminster Mall
October 10, 2009

2 EVENTS:

Get Goosebumps at Westminster Mall
Experience ghoulish games, giveaways and giggles guaranteed to give YOU Goosebumps.

Located at Sears Court from 10 am - 4 pm

Halloween Bash at The Pumpkin Patch!
Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume & have a spooktacular time at the Pumpkin Patch! Fun mazes, games, rides, spooky crafts and more!

Located at the Pumpkin Patch between Sears and JCPenney parking lot from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

LOCATION:
Westminster Mall

INFORMATION:
714-898-2558

YORBA LINDA

CookHaunt
October 30-31, 2009
dusk to 11pm

Neighborhood Haunted House for more than 25 years. For kids age 6 to 16. $5.00 contribution, part of the proceeds support The National Charity League and Meals On wheels.

LOCATION:
Via Est (Near Yorba Linda Blvd. & Paseo De Las Palomas)
Yorba Linda