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Orange County 2012
Halloween Celebrations

Halloween parties, Fall Festivals and seasonal parades!

** Due to possible last minute changes to times & locations to the events below, we encourage you to click on the link of the event holder to get the most updated information.

Aliso Viejo Anaheim
Brea Buena Park
Corona Del Mar Costa Mesa
Cypress Dana Point
Fullerton Garden Grove
Huntington Beach Irvine
Laguna Hills Laguna Niguel
La Habra Lake Forest
La Palma Los Alamitos
Newport Beach Orange
Rancho Santa Margarita San Juan Capistrano
Santa Ana Stanton
Silverado / Trabuco Canyon
Tustin
Villa Park Westminster
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ALISO VIEJO

Fall Harvest Festival
October 20, 2012
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Festival will have Family Games, Pony Rides, Arts & Crafts, Balloon Twisters and DJ Entertainment. Wear your costume to walk through the costume parade! Parade begins at 10:30 am.

CANNED FOOD DRIVE - Bring THREE canned food items and be entered in an opportunity drawing to win a prize. Canned food will be collected and distributed to those in need here in Orange County.

LOCATION:
Grand Park - at Aliso Viejo Town Center, near Aliso Creek Road & Pacific Park Drive
Aliso Viejo



Halloween in Pink Party
Friday, October 26, 2012
7 – 10pm

Join Renaissance ClubSport in the fight against breast cancer at our adults-only Halloween in Pink Party! Donate only $60 and get a Club Pink Performance T-shirt and one party ticket for a Grey Goose specialty cocktail of the night and ONEHOPE Wine tasting.

The Party also includes appetizers, DJ and a variety of flavorful Grey Goose cocktails from a no-host bar. This is a Halloween party, too; so, come dressed to impress in pink costume and showing your creativity to win fantastic prizes at the night's end. Need somewhere fun to take your kids? For an additional fee, they can join their favorite Kids World staff for their own night of fun (price includes a healthy snack).

LOCATION:
Renaissance ClubSport Aliso Viejo
50 Enterprise
Aliso Viejo

INFORMATION:
Registration deadline is Thursday, October 25. Reservations will not be accepted after this date. Early reservations are recommended.
(949)330-5560



Halloween Fair and Haunted House
October 26 - 27, 2012
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Soka University will have booths for children, haunted house for young teens (recommended for age 10 and over), games, activities and performances for all to enjoy!

The Haunted House will be held on the first floor crypt of the SUA Recreation Center and the entrancing fee will be $5 at the doomsday door. All proceeds benefit SUA student clubs.

LOCATION:
Soka University, Recreation Center
1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo

INFORMATION:
949.480.4000

ANAHEIM

The Empty Grave
September 28 - October 31, 2012
(open on selected days, please check their website calendar)

Haunted Attraction located a few block from Disneyland with 50,000 square feet of terror! Featuring state of the art special effects, live actors and animatronics. Online tickets available.

LOCATION:
Anaheim GardenWalk
321 W. Katella Ave. (Under the UltraLuxe Theater)
Anaheim



Oktoberfest and Family Halloween Party at the Phoenix Club - Sunday, October 28, 2012
11:00am

Featuring Ompapah Bands from Germany, Authentic German Food & Drink, Folk Dancers, German Items for Sale.

This is a fun event for the whole family with Bounce Haus, Pony Rides and entertainment.

LOCATION:
Phoenix Club
1340 S. Sanderson Ave.
Anaheim, CA

INFORMATION:
714-563-4166



Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade
October 27, 2012

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 features game and food booths, live entertainment, craft fair, haunted house, pumpkin patch, a children's costume contest and trick-or-treating. Food and craft booths are available for a nominal fee. Parade starts at 6 pm.

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

INFORMATION:
(714) 999-3456



Halloween Treat-or-Treating at Anaheim Town Square
October 31, 2012
3 pm - 5 pm

FREE Event! Activities include: Trick-or Treating, Pumpkin Decorating, Face Painter, a Costume Contest and More! Plus, your favorite stores will be passing out treats and special offers. Look for the participating merchants with pumpkin window clings & balloons!

LOCATION:
Anaheim Town Square
2180 East Lincoln Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92806

BREA

Kidz Block Party
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
5 - 9 pm

North Orange County's Largest Free Halloween Alternative Event at Downtown Brea.

Presented by The Cause Community Church featuring face painting, pony rides, games, bounce house, petting zoo,rock climbing wall, raffles, prizes, entertainment and free candy.

LOCATION:
Brea Downtown
E Birch St and S Brea Blvd
Brea, CA 92821

BUENA PARK

Knotts Scary Farm Halloween Haunt
September 21 - October 31, 2012
(Thurs-Sun nights & Oct 30 & 31)

Knott’s professional “scare-masters” transform 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! Every year all 160-acres of Knott’s Berry Farm are transformed into your worst nightmare with 13 themed mazes, 9 live shows, and 4 scare zones featuring hundreds of free-roaming monsters.

This year, unspeakable evil has taken over the park. Fully ripened, fully infected zombies. Evil clowns. And the Green Witch is back with a vengeance.

LOCATION:
Knott's Berry Farm
8039 Beach Boulevard
Buena Park CA, 90620




Knotts Berry Farm 'Snoopy's Costume Party'
Weekends In October

Knott’s Berry Farm invites kids ages 3-11 to dress to impress in all their Halloween finery and come to 'Snoopy’s Costume Party' in Camp Snoopy. 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. Kids can take part in the 'Monster Dance Party and Costume Parade,' sing and dance along with the Peanuts gang at the 'Peanuts Halloween Spooktacular,' and walk through the 'Haunted Harvest' cornfield maze.

Snoopy’s Costume Party runs weekends in October and is included with regular park admission. Knott’s Berry Farm Theme Park operating hours are 10:00 am to 5:30 pm.

LOCATION:
Knott's Berry Farm
8039 Beach Boulevard
Buena Park CA, 90620

CORONA DEL MAR

Pumpkin Carving Seminars at Roger's Gardens
Saturdays, October 13 & 20, 2012

Tired of carving the same old triangle-shaped eyes, nose and mouth into your pumpkin every year? Join Gene Granata, a master pumpkin carver, as he discusses and demonstrates pumpkin carving skills, from the first incision to lighting the candle. Gene has over twenty years of experience carving thousands of pumpkins around the world. Bring the whole family and learn the tricks-of-the-trade from the master!

LOCATION:
Roger's Gardens
2301 San Joaquin Hills Rd
Corona del Mar, California 92625



Pumpkin Decorating Contest & Children’s Costume Show
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
4 - 5:30 pm

Share your Halloween spirit and your pumpkin skills at our annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest and Children’s Costume Show. Dress your children up in their favorite costumes and bring in your Halloween decorated pumpkin for a chance to win a Roger’s Gardens Gift Certificate and other prizes.

Pumpkins compete in three categories: Carved, Decorated or Painted, and Children (12 & under). Pumpkins can be elaborate, simple, lighted, mechanical, carved, painted, scary or fun – anything goes – and are judged by a panel of designers and staff. Entries must be ready for judging no later than 4PM. Children dressed in their best Halloween costumes will win prizes and share in special Roger’s Gardens “treats”. Bring your camera!

LOCATION:
Roger's Gardens
2301 San Joaquin Hills Rd
Corona del Mar, California 92625

COSTA MESA

Pacific Symphony Family Series presents: 'Halloween Spooktacular'
Saturday, October 20, 2012

A spooktacular treat of a concert, as you and your family are entraced by mysterious music perfect for good little ghouls and ghosts -- including Mussorgsky's "Night on Bald Mountain" and selections from the "Harry Potter" movies. Make sure to wear your favorite costume!

There will also be an interactive Musical Carnival, at 9am for 10am concertgoers and at 12:15pm for 11:30am concertgoers.

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

INFORMATION:
(714) 755-5799



Pumpkins & Pancakes
A Children’s Halloween Extravaganza
October 28, 2012
8 am - 11 am

Enjoy Plum’s Café Gourmet Pancake breakfast, live entertainment, prizes and arts & crafts and More!

Benefiting CASA Orange County, CHOC Children's Foundation and Orangewood Children's Foundation.

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

INFORMATION:
714-435-2171



Annual Trick or Treat Festival
October 28, 2012
10 am - 4 pm

The Orange County Market Place celebrates the Halloween season with its 15th Annual Trick or Treat Festival & Halloween Hearse Show featuring a Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebration with Azteca and folklorico dancing, artisans and more. Families can also enjoy hearses on display, sugar skull painting for children, strolling entertainment and more.

Children in costume can enjoy trick-or-treating from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The Trick or Treat Festival and most activities are free with Orange County Market Place admission.

Admission: $2 (Children under 12 are free)

LOCATION:
Orange County Market Place/OC Fair & Event Center Lot A
88 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA



Halloween Foodtacular
October 31, 2012
5:30-9 p.m

Food Truck Fare will get spooky with the Halloween Foodtacular with a variety of gourmet food trucks with Halloween-themed menu items, music by Urban DJ Academy, cash bar with adult "spirits", truck-to-truck trick-or-treating for the kids, and more. Family-friendly costumed encouraged.

Admission & Parking is Free

LOCATION:
OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA

 

CYPRESS

City of Cypress Halloween Carnival
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
6 - 9 pm

Family Games, Entertainment and Trick or Treat! Food will be sold for an additional cost at the event

Admission - $3 (cash only), children under 1 year old are free. Professional pictures will be available for $10 (cash only)

2012 flyer

LOCATION:
Cypress Community Center
5700 Orange Ave

INFORMATION:
714-229-6780

DANA POINT

Doheny State Beach Haunted Campground
Saturday, October 20, 2012
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Don't miss out on Doheny’s most festive event of the year as we transform a section of the campground into a spooky area, educational booths, arts and crafts, a Fun Zone, and other fun activities.

There is no charge for admission; however, you are asked to bring in one can of food per person as an entry fee.

LOCATION:
Doheny State Beach

INFORMATION:
949-496-6172



Halloween Kids Boo Cruise
Friday, October 26th, 2012
5:00pm - 7:00pm

The haunted vessel, Sum Fun, will be cruising the harbor ever 20 minutes. This event is fun for the whole family and there will be a costume contest on every cruise! There will be lots of goodies for the little ones, so be sure to dressed in your best Halloween attire! No need for reservations, just show up and have fun! Be sure to get here early as this is a really popular event!

There is a $5 donation for each person (no donation for children 1 and under) with all proceeds to benefit Community Autism Now.

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

INFORMATION:
949-496-5794




Halloween Spooktacular & Moonlight Movie
October 26, 2012
5 - 8:30 pm

At 5:00 pm the City of Dana Point will be hosting spooky fun to include Halloween Cupcake Decorating, Best Carved or Decorated Pumpkin Contest (ages 3-10 years) bring your already carved or decorated pumpkin! There will also be a children's costume parade with a free treat for each child.

At 6:15 pm, stay for the Moonlight Movie featuring "Monster House" rated PG. Free popcorn during the movie and refreshments also available to purchase.

LOCATION:
Lantern Bay Park
25111 Park Lantern Road
Dana Point, California 92629

INFORMATION:
949-248-3530

FULLERTON

Haunted Fullerton Walking Tours
September 12 through November 1, 2012
Wednesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m.

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, enjoy some of Fullerton's history. These tours are a celebration of local legend while sharing stories of another facet of Fullerton’s history, particularly that of the downtown.

“Ghost hunters” should be prepared to walk approximately 1.5 miles (lasting about 2 ½ hours), 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. Cost is $15 for museum members and $18 for the general public.

LOCATION:
Meet at Fullerton Museum

RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION:
(714) 738-6545
It's strongly advised to get your registrations in early



Night of the Living Dead
September 28 - November 3, 2012

The zombie classic that started it all! 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!

Warning - Graphic Violence

LOCATION:
Maverick Theatre
110 E. Walnut
Fullerton

INFORMATION HOTLINE:
714-526-7070




Haunted Garden at the Arboretum
October 26 & 27, 2012

Every year the Fullerton Arboretum transforms their garden into a haven for all that goes bump in the night. But don’t worry, their guides will take you safely through the treacherous paths that wind through the dark forest the evil spirits call home.

Tours through the garden begin at 6:30 pm both nights and run until the last tour leaves at 8:30. The end of the tour features a Haunter’s Ball, where there are games and activities for those lucky enough to make it through the garden. Pre-paid Ticket Pricing: Adults and Teens $10, Children under 12, $6. Prices at the gate will be higher.

For the younger Halloween lovers, there is a special kids party on Saturday, October 27th. With friendlier 'monsters', the afternoon features a costume parade, pumpkin patch tours, crafts, games and a few surprises. This is suitable for children age 3-5. Cost is $6 per child. Must be accompanied by an adult.

LOCATION:
Fullerton Arboretum
1900 Associated Road
Fullerton, CA

RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION:
657.278.4002



Temple Baptist Church's Fall Festival
October 27, 2013
2 - 5 pm

Wear your costumes for our parade and contest. Play Games for candy and Prizes. Adults make you best homemade chili for our annual Chili Cook Off!!

LOCATION:
1601 W. Malvern Avenue
Fullerton, CA.

INFORMATION:
714-526-3262

GARDEN GROVE

Jack O’Lantern Jamboree
Friday, October 26, 2012
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Sponsored by the city’s Community Services Department , the event will feature games, crafts, a costume parade, a haunted house, a bounce house and more. Snacks will be a available for purchase.

Admission is $7 per person; children 2 and under are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

LOCATION:
Atlantis Play Center
13630 Atlantis Way
Garden Grove, CA 92844

RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION:
714-741-5200


Trunk-or-Treat
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
6-8 pm

King of Kings Lutheran Church is hosted a Halloween event with free meal and games. Kids come in costume and there will be photo opportunities.

LOCATION:
King of Kings Lutheran Church and School
13431 Newhope St
Garden Grove, CA 92843

INFORMATION:
714-530-2152

HUNTINGTON BEACH

Main Street Halloween Celebration
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
4-8 pm

Free event for children of all ages, this annual Halloween celebration features a moon bounce, petting zoo, costume contests and more. Children 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) 536-8300

IRVINE

Boot Hill
October 19-21 & 26-31, 2012

An elaborate yard display in Irvine, BOOT HILL rises from the fog for it's 13th year to inhabit the residence at 16 Goldenrod. The unearthly spirits from the old west town of Bridgewood will materialize for NINE 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



Great Park Pumpkin Harvest
Saturday, October 20, 2012

The fifth annual Great Park Pumpkin Harvest is a day of fall family fun. Kids who dress in costume will receive a raffle ticket and have opportunity to win special prizes. Kids, twelve and under, can pick their free pumpkin from the Great Park Pumpkin Patch, while supplies last.

This event serves as the kick off to the month-long Great Park food drive that runs through November 18 and helps Second Harvest Food Bank and the Community Action Partnership provide canned goods to Orange County families in need for Thanksgiving. Families who bring non-perishable canned goods to donate will be treated to a special trick or treat stations on Good Witch Lane.

Free Admission, $10 parking

LOCATION:
The Great Park
5 Freeway and Sand Canyon
Irvine



Fall Fest - Hosted by Compass Bible Church
October 31, 2012
5pm-9pm

For the past 6 years, FALL FEST has become a favorite event for families to enjoy on Halloween night.

ALL FREE family event includes In-N-Out, Chick-Fil-A, hot dogs, snacks, rides, games, & a literal TON of candy for kids of ALL AGES to enjoy.

LOCATION:
Verizon Amphitheater
Irvine

LAGUNA HILLS

A Ghostly Affair
October 27, 2012
5:00-5:45 PM (Ages 6 & under)
5:45-8:00 PM (Ages 7-12)

Laguna Hill's Ghostly Affair includes ghoulish snacks, exciting games, face painting, Halloween crafts, tons of prizes, and plenty of opportunities for great pictures - so don't forget your camera! Dress up in your favorite costume and join the fun!

Fee: Resident $5, Non-Resident $10

LOCATION:
Laguna Hills Community Center & Sports Complex
Laguna Hills, CA 92609

INFORMATION:
To register or for more information, please call (949) 707-2680

LAGUNA NIGUEL

Haunted Trails
October 25 - 27, 2012
6:30 pm

Small groups will experience a year of "Hol-i-Daze" and the horror that unfolds. Keep your eyes peeled open for the "Mad Leprechaun", or the "Rabid Rabbit", wandering in and out of the mazes and tents that groups will be escorted through. Wear comfortable walking shoes, and come dressed in "street clothes", as the monsters are dressed up for the holiday, and YOU will be our guest!

This is a VERY SCARY event and not recommended for children under 8 years of age. $10 per entrance

LOCATION:
Crown Valley Community Park
29751 Crown Valley Parkway
Laguna Niguel, Location at the entrance to the Community Park on the emergency road.

INFORMATION:
949-362-4351 x 1

LA HABRA

Children's Museum Mini Monsters Bash
Wedneday, October 31, 2012
10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Bring your little goblin for a fun and festive Halloween morning! There will be crafts, games, and a costume parade!

Free to CMLH Members and visitors with paid admission.

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

INFORMATION:
Please RSVP by October 27 to (562) 905-9793.

LAKE FOREST

Haunt at Heritage Hill
Friday, October 19, 2012
6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Haunted House, Mazes, Ghosts, Music, Classic Scary Movie Screening. Come be a part of this scary tradition!

Event Fee: $5.00 per person. Recommended for 13 years and older.

LOCATION:
Heritage Hill Historical Park
25151 Serrano Road
Lake Forest, CA

INFORMATION:
(949)923-2230

LA PALMA

Halloween Carnival
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
6:00 – 8:30 p.m

This yearly spooktacular event features a fabulous COSTUME CONTEST for ghouls and boys with special prizes in each age division! This year’s Halloween spookfest will feature CARNIVAL GAMES, a “GOBLIN GULCH” for children under the age of 5, and a haunted area.

Free event. This event will be canceled in the event of rain.

LOCATION:
Central Park
La Palma

INFORMATION:
For more information, please call the La Palma Recreation and Community Services Department at (714) 690-3350.

LOS ALAMITOS

Halloween Carnival & Haunted House
October 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28, 2012
6 p.m. – 9 p.m

The Haunted House is creepy and dark. It’s filled with monsters and unexpected creatures. Come get lost in a frightening maze through a Dark Graveyard, Creepy Witch’s Room, Toy Store Gone Wrong and Dracula’s lair! Compete in a Pumpkin Pie Contest, Costume Contest, Games, Prizes, Candy, and much more.

$5.00 entry fee.

LOCATION:
10909 Oak Street
Los Alamitos, CA 90720

INFORMATION;
(562) 430-1073

NEWPORT BEACH

Family Fright Zone Fridays
Friday, October 26, 2012
6-8:30pm

Ghostly creatures take to fright, on this spooky family Fun Zone night. Join us for a BOOtiful evening at our first ever Halloween Event. Experience costumes, pumpkins and candy, Oh My! Trick-or-treat at the Fun Zone as witches, wizards and ghosts come to life on the waterfront. Enjoy spooky storytelling, kooky crafts, face painting, magic shows and live entertainment for the entire family.

Friends of Frankenstein: Dress is your favorite costume and march in our first ever Howlin’ Halloween Costume Parade. Participate in the Monster Mash, the Mummy Wrap and other Halloween activities. All activities are FREE for Members or $2 for Non-Members.

LOCATION:
Newport Harbor Nautical Museum
600 East Bay Avenue
Newport Beach

INFORMATION:
(949) 675-8915

ORANGE

Irvine Park Railroad - Pumpkin Patch
September 22 - October 31, 2012
Opens at 10 am

Irvine Park Railroad's 5th annual pumpkin patch is fun for the entire family! The pumpkin patch opens daily at 10:00 am beginning September 22nd through October 31st. Activities include train rides, hay rides, a haunted house, a hay maze, pony rides, a moon bounce, panning for gold, 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. Additional activities inside of the park include Irvine Park Rentals' paddle boats and Wheel Fun Rentals® bikes (single surrey bikes, deuce coupes, choppers, beach cruises and more), the Orange County Zoo and pony rides. School and group discounts available for Pumpkin Patch tours.

LOCATION:
Irvine Park Railroad
1 Irvine Park Road, Orange



Bats, Cats & Spiders - Halloween Toddler Program
October 5, 19, 25, & 30, 2012
10:00 am to 11:00 am

Come learn all about the animals associated with Halloween! Class includes hands on learning and fun crafts. Please note this class fills 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.



Treats in the Streets
Thursday, October 25, 2012
4-7 p.m

The streets surrounding the Old Towne Plaza are closed off to traffic and Old Towne merchants decorate their shops and local non-profit groups provide delicious food items and tasty treats for a nominal charge.

Fun activities include games, trick or treating, a costume parade, and entertainment for participants of all ages. (Parents please leave masks and pets at home)

LOCATION:
Old Towne Orange Plaza Area
Chapman Ave. & Glassell

INFORMATION:
Orange Special Event Hotline (714) 744-7293



Halloween Zoo-tacular!
Saturday, October 27, 2012
10:00am to 4:00pm

Come join us for some Halloween fun at the OC Zoo! See our animals receive treat-filled pumpkins throughout the day! Activities include kids crafts, trick-or-treating*, scavenger hunt*, and face painting (* for children 12 and under). The first 100 children in costume (ages 12 & under) will receive a free gift!

Free with zoo admission ($2 per person, ages 2 & under free) Parking Fee: Irvine Park entry $5 per vehicle

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

INFORMATION:
(714) 973-6847

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA

Halloween Happening at the Library
Saturday October 27, 2012
2 - 4 pm

Come anytime between 2pm - 4pm for crafts, treats, and games for all ages. Children may come dressed in their Halloween costumes. For all ages.

LOCATION:
Rancho Santa Margarita Library
30902 La Promesa
Rancho Santa Margarita 92688

INFORMATION:
(949) 459-6094

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

Ghost Tours
Saturday October 27, 2012
6:30 7:00 7:30

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: $5.00 adults $3.00 children. Reservations are required - it's best to make them as soon as possible since these tours fill up. 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: Spooky Science 2012
October 20 - 31, 2012

Spooky Science once again returns to Discovery Science Center. Packed with tons of activities for all kids this year is going to be the greatest yet! Events inlcude a Scavenger Hunt where guests will receive booklets that will send them on a hunt for clues and exhibits to complete and redeem for amazing prizes. All children 17 and under will get an awesome goodie bag!

Ticket Prices - Adult: $14.95, Child: $12.95

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

INFORMATION:
714-542-2823



BOO at the Zoo
October 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28, 2012
5:30 - 8 pm

This family-friendly costumed extravaganza will bring FUN, SAFE, trick-or-treating in a "Merry not Scary" Zoo atmosphere, with educational animal presentations, storytelling, and entertainment throughout the evening, with a grand finale costume parade!

For the older kids, there is also a "Teen Scream" - a haunted house filled with thrills and chills. This ghoulish attraction has a separate entrance, but is included with the price of admission.

$14/person (only $7/Member) ages 2 & up children under 2 free. online tickets available

LOCATION:
Santa Ana Zoo
1801 E. Chestnut Ave

INFORMATION:
714-953-8555



Indiana Jones™ Costume Days at Discovery Science Center
October 27 & 28, 2012

Kids dressed in adventure costumes get FREE general Admission on October 27 & 28!

Calling all young adventurers! Get ready for Halloween with Discovery Science Center and wear your favorite Indiana JonesTM costume on October 27 & 28. Kids ages 3-14 that come dressed up in adventure costumes will get FREE general admission into the Center on these special days!

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

INFORMATION:
714-542-2823

STANTON

Halloween Fun with Family and Friends
Saturday, October 27, 2012
12-5 p.m.

Join the fun as the annual Halloween Fun with Family and Friends is conducted the Saturday prior to Halloween. This special event is open to ghosts and goblins of all ages and will feature games, DJ entertainment, costume contests, non-profit food booths and a howling good time for everyone. Be sure to bring your trick-or-treat bag!

LOCATION:
Stanton Park
7800 Katella Avenue

INFORMATION:
For additional information please call 714-890-4270



Haunted House
October 26-31, 2012

Halloween Fun with Family and Friends event will also feature a HAUNTED HOUSE in the Civic Center's lower parking garage on the following dates:

Friday, October 26
6-10 p.m. - For ages 13 years and older
$2.00 per person or $10 for a family of 5 or more

Saturday, October 27
5-6:30 p.m. - For all ages
$3.00 + two cans of food or $5.00 per person (No live monsters) 6:30-10 p.m. - For ages 13 years and older
$3.00 + two cans of food or $5.00 per person

Wednesday, October 31
6-10 p.m. - For ages 13 years and older
$5.00 per person

Live Monsters will be scaring participants on all dates except for the 'all ages' viewing

SILVERADO CANYON / TRABUCO CANYON

Haunted Halloween in Silverado Canyon
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
7 pm – 9 pm

Meet a ghost who haunts the historic mining town of Silverado. Follow him into a creepy woodland where shadowy shapes and strange sounds arise. Gather under an old oak tree and hear tales of long ago. Meet an assortment of ghosts who are doomed to relive tragic events of their lives. Bring a homemade/homegrown local organic potluck item (fruit, baked goods) to share or trade with participants. Summon the great spirit of the grizzly bear who roamed the mountains until 1908. Sing songs of the macabre. Halloween costumes must be worn by all participants, including adults.

more details here

LOCATION:
Meet at Silverado Canyon Market parking lot (next to library)
28192 Silverado Canyon Road # B
Silverado

INFORMATION:
Please check their website for RSVP information and special instructions to this event.

TUSTIN

Halloween Howl
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
3 - 5 pm

Costume contests, family entertainment, carnival games, prizes and candy. Hosted by City of Tustin Parks & Recreation

LOCATION:
Columbus Tustin Activity Center
17522 Beneta Way (Corner of Irvine Blvd & Prospect)

INFORMATION:
(714) 573-3326

VILLA PARK

Halloween Fest
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM

The night before Halloween, the VP Towne Center suddenly becomes the happy haunting grounds for young ghosts, goblins, a few pirates, some skeletons, and lots of princesses who have escaped from their local castles. This annual event includes a costume contest, hayride from the parking area, crafts, treats and more!

Costumed children will have the opportunity to visit local merchants for treats throughout the Towne Centre.

LOCATION:
Villa Park Towne Centre

INFORMATION:
(714) 998-1500

WESTMINSTER

The Pumpkin Factory at Westminster Mall
October 1-31, 2012

Visit the Pumpkin Factory for all your pumpkin needs! Check ou the HUGE selection of pumpkins if all shapes and sizes while the kids play the carnival games, rides, get your face painted, and visit the petting zoo!

LOCATION:
Westminster Mall

INFORMATION:
(714) 483-9211




Halloween Happening at the Mall
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
4:30pm - 7:30pm

Join the City of Westminster and Westminster Mall for the annual Halloween trick or treat and nickel carnival! Located in the lower level Macy's Court

Bring money to play carnival games!

LOCATION:
Westminster Mall

INFORMATION:
(714) 483-9211

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Costume Rentals

Creative Parties for Kids

Creative Parties for Kids now has costume rentals! Take advantage and rent now for Halloween. Visit Costume Gallery on our website for selection & prices.

New Studio Address:
924 North Batavia
Orange, CA 92867

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Halloween Parties

Creative Parties for Kids

Creative Parties For Kids offers the best and most talented committed artists. We can create a magical Halloween experience for you and your guests.

Our artists are appropriate for different kinds of parties and events, from backyard birthdays to large corporate events - our artists can even paint your company logo!

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