Halloween in Anaheim and Orange County

Disneyland Resort

As autumn's crisp air arrives, Anaheim and Orange County embrace the spooky Halloween spirit. Beyond the typical trick-or-treating, discover unique thrills, chills, and family-friendly fun at these local events. Here’s our ultimate guide to celebrating spooky season all month long.

Screams and Spooks at the Theme Parks

It goes without saying that the theme parks in and around Anaheim go all out for Halloween. Expect all your favorite Disney villains, show-stopping decorations, and more pumpkins than you can count.

Halloween Time at Disneyland® Resort

At Disneyland® Park and Disney® California Adventure Park, Halloween fun runs from August 22nd through October 31st. Enjoy themed rides like the Haunted Mansion Holiday, snag a bunch of Halloween treats, and hang out with all your favorite characters in their spookiest costumes. Plus, experience the best of the decorations when the sun sets and the pumpkins glow. Selfie anyone?

Knott’s Scary Farm at Knott’s Berry Farm

Knotts Berry Farm

Running select nights from mid-September through early November, this is Orange County’s original haunt. With over a dozen haunted mazes, live shows, and scare zones, Knott’s Scary Farm is not for the faint of heart. After dark, the park transforms into a full-blown haunted experience (not recommended for under 13s!)

Adventure City

For a few nights only, visitors can enjoy Adventure City’s Boo-tastic Halloween Party. Enjoy 11 exciting rides, walk through their “Trick-or-Treat Street” for FREE candy and trinkets, ride the Halloween-themed Express Train, and get your groove on at the Spooktacular Dance Party.

Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego

Further south on select nights up to November 1st, SeaWorld San Diego’s Howl-O-Scream offers haunted houses, creepy bars, live horror shows, and more. It’s more geared toward adults and older teens, and well worth the drive if you're seeking fresh scares.

By day, families can enjoy Halloween Spooktacular on weekends up to November 2nd. This daytime event is packed with kid-friendly fun like trick-or-treating, dance parties, colorful costumes, and Halloween-themed shows, all included with park admission.

Historical & Community Celebrations in Anaheim

Show some local love at these Anaheim events that combine tradition, culture, and Halloween fun.

Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade

Halloween Parade

This free family event on October 25th starts with a festive fair at Center Greens (11 AM–5 PM), followed by the beloved Halloween parade at 7 PM. It’s one of Anaheim’s longest-running traditions, and a must-see for locals and visitors alike, with costumes, classic cars, music, and small-town Halloween spirit.

Anaheim Cemetery: Over 150 Years of Orange County’s History

On Sunday, October 19th, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM, local historian Cynthia Ward offers a fascinating talk on the Victorian-era Anaheim Cemetery, founded in 1867. Held at MUZEO Museum and Cultural Center, the event dives into the cemetery’s lore, architecture, and the stories of some of Orange County’s earliest residents.

Theatrical Thrills in Orange County

If jump scares aren't your thing, celebrate spooky season with dramatic flair. Anaheim’s stages are set to offer a mix of chilling and cheeky performances, perfect for October nights!

Frankenstein at the Pacific Symphony Orchestra

City National Grove of Anaheim

Catch this hauntingly beautiful production of “Frankenstein” (ballet style) from October 2nd to 5th at Segerstrom Hall. Mary Shelley’s iconic monster comes to life in a visually stunning dance filled with gothic romance. Perfect for Halloween with a sophisticated twist. 

Hokus Pokus: Live!

For something campy and fabulous, grab tickets to this drag spectacular at Grove of Anaheim on October 25th. Featuring DragRace superstars like Ginger Minj and Jujubee, it's a musical mashup of spooky, sparkly fun.

Family-Friendly Halloween Events

Halloween Treat Street at the Anaheim Plaza

Stop by the Anaheim Plaza's Halloween Treat Street on October 25 from 11 am – 1 pm for some trick-or-treating fun. This free, family-friendly event is filled with Halloween excitement from trick-or-treating throughout the center, plenty of photo opportunities, a DJ, raffle prizes, face painting, and more! Plus, the first 100 kids in costume will receive a special goodie bag.

Nightmare on Center Street

On October 30 from 11 am-3 pm, the Anaheim Farmers Market will host Nightmare on Center Street. Wear your costume to trick or treat from market booths decked out in spooky decor, then shop from vendors, grab a bite to eat, and more. 

Halloween Spooktacular in Anaheim Hills

Trick or treat around the Anaheim Hills shopping center during their Halloween Spooktacular on October 31 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. There will also be a DJ, face painting, photo ops, balloon twisting, and more.

Pumpkin Patches and Hayrides in Orange County

 Irvine Regional Park

Throughout October, Orange County's pumpkin patches offer a delightful way to celebrate the fall season. Discover the joy of handpicking your own gourd at one of these local patches!Tanaka Farms, the oldest family-run farm in Irvine, undergoes a delightful transformation each fall, becoming one of the OC’s most beloved pumpkin patches. Pick your perfect pumpkin straight from the vine, enjoy a hayride, navigate the twists and turns of their corn maze, and enjoy tasty Halloween treats at this sprawling 30-acre property.

The Pumpkin Patch at the OC Fair & Event Center: Beyond their impressive selection of pumpkins, this patch in Costa Mesa provides family fun with inflatable slides, kiddie games, a petting zoo, and train rides.
Irvine Park Railroad's Pumpkin Patch invites families to embrace the spirit of Halloween. Located behind the historic train station in Orange, explore the patches sprawling pumpkin fields, take a leisurely hayride, or challenge yourself in their maze. With train rides, a petting zoo, carnival games, and even a spooky haunted house, it’s set to be one of the OC’s most action-packed patches!
Pumpkin City in Laguna Hills is a massive pumpkin patch offering a wealth of Halloween fun. Beyond their pumpkins, enjoy carnival rides, test your luck at game booths, and meet friendly animals at the petting zoo. Hayrides, gold panning, bounce houses, and a beer garden with tasty treats round out this festive patch that runs through October.

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