Creepy Orange County
WEB-EXCLUSIVE: Get in the Halloween spirit with these events and activities.
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Haunted Walking Tours
Through Nov. 3; 6 p.m.
The two-and-a-half hour walking tour takes participants to haunted buildings in one of Orange County’s most haunted cities – Fullerton. Locations to be visited include Plummer Auditorium, the California Hotel, the home of the city’s first female auto dealer, and the Fullerton Police Department. The tour is not recommended for children under 13. Pre-paid reservations are required. Admission is $15 for museum members and $18 for the general public. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Fullerton Museum, 301 N. Pomona Ave., Fullerton
:: cityoffullerton.com
Knott’s Scary Farm's Haunt
Sept. 23-25, Sept. 29-Oct. 2, 5-9, 12-16, 19-23, 26-31; 7 p.m.
Haunt is returning with 13 mazes, seven live shows and four scare zones for yet another frightening Halloween season. Three new mazes (Delirium, End Games and Invasion Beneath) will be joining the group of old favorites. Haunt is not recommended for children under the age of 13. Pre-sale ticket prices range from $34-51. Tickets purchased the day of the event will cost $57. Parking is $15. Knott’s Berry Farm, 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park
:: haunt.knotts.com
The Empty Grave
Sept. 30-Oct. 31; 7 p.m.
The haunted house returns for its seventh Halloween season, providing guests with a chilling experience filled with special effects and live actors. Tickets are $13 each or two for $20 and may be purchased online. 321 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim (under the UltraLuxe Theater)
:: themtgrave.com
Knott’s Berry Farm's Snoopy’s Costume Party
Weekends from Oct. 1-31; 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Knott’s Berry Farm offers child-friendly Halloween activities throughout the day for its younger visitors. Shows, activities and trick-or-treating will be available to children (who are encouraged to come to the theme park wearing a costume of their choice). Ticket prices vary. Knott’s Berry Farm, 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park
:: knotts.com
Spooky Science: Bug Invasion II
October 1-31; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Live bug displays, interactive learning stations and an interactive Bug Invasion scavenger hunt will be available every day through the month of October at the Discovery Science Center. On weekends visitors will be able to decorate pumpkins, participate in a costume parade and touch real bugs. Admission is $17.95 for adults and $12.95 for children. Discovery Science Center, 2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana
:: discoverycube.org
Dia de los Muertos Festival
Oct. 16; 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
The Museum of Latin American Art will be offering a day of free admission in honor and recognition of Dia de los Muertos. The festival offers activities for people of all ages: art workshops, live performances, food and gallery tours. The goal is to instill knowledge of the Latin American culture in every visitor. Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach
:: molaa.org
Haunted Trails
Oct. 27-29; hours vary daily
For three nights horror and terror will fill the trails of Laguna Niguel's Crown Valley Community Park. Groups will be guided through scary and elaborate scenes (such as mazes, tents and a graveyard) as they make their way through the park. According to the event’s flier, there will be “no refunds for scaredy cats.” Admission is $10. It is not recommended for children under the age of eight. Crown Valley Community Park, 29751 Crown Valley Pkwy., Laguna Niguel
:: cityoflagunaniguel.org
Treats in the Streets
Oct. 27; 4-7 p.m.
This family-oriented festival will include trick-or-treating, a costume parade, games, food, and entertainment for all. It’s a great opportunity for the entire family to dress up and celebrate Halloween in Old Towne Orange. Old Towne Orange Plaza, Orange
Haunted Garden at the Arboretum
Oct. 28-29; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Tour guides lead participants to a Haunter’s Ball through the dark and chilly Arboretum in this fear-inducing event. The ball will include games and activities for those brave enough to make it through the garden to the other side. Admission is $12 for the general public and $8 for children under 12. Pre-paid ticket pricing is available. Children five and under are encouraged to visit on the afternoon of Oct. 29 for a costume parade, pumpkin patch tours, crafts and games at a themed kids party. Admission is $6 per child. Fullerton Arboretum, 1900 Associated Rd., Fullerton
:: fullertonarboretum.org
Anaheim Fall Festival and Halloween Parade
Oct. 29; 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Join Anaheim as it celebrates its 75th fall festival with live entertainment, game and food booths, a pumpkin patch, as well as a children’s costume contest at 11 a.m. and a Halloween parade at 6 p.m. Admission and parking for the event are free. Parking will be available off of Oak Street due to road closures for the event. Downtown Anaheim at Center Street Promenade, Anaheim
:: anaheimfallfestival.org
Halloween Zoo-tacular!
Oct. 29; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Witness the animals celebrate Halloween as they receive their very own treat-filled pumpkins at the zoo. Face painting, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and trick-or-treating will also take place at the celebration for children 12 and under. The first 100 children in costume will receive a free gift. Admission is $2; children ages two and under are free. Parking is $5. Orange County Zoo, 1 Irvine Park Rd., Orange
:: ocparks.com
Halloween Fest on Main Street
Oct. 31; 4-8 p.m.
The Downtown Business Improvement District aims to celebrate Halloween with children of all ages in Downtown Huntington Beach by hosting a festival. An inflatable slide and rock wall, games, a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, a haunted mansion, costume contest, and trick-or-treating will be a part of the festivities. Admission is free. Downtown Huntington Beach
:: surfcityusa.com
Trick or Treat at Talega Village Center & The District at Tustin Legacy
Oct. 31; 6-8 p.m.
Residents of San Clemente can visit the Talega Village Center, while those near Tustin can visit The District at Tustin Legacy on Halloween to enjoy face painting, balloon art, treats, and trick or treating. The first 500 kids at either location will receive special Halloween goody bags. Admission is free. Talega Village Center, intersection of Avenida Vista Hermosa and Avenida Talega, San Clemente; The District at Tustin Legacy, northwest corner of Barranca Parkway and Jamboree Road, Tustin
talegavillagecenter.com :: thedistricttl.com
City of Cypress Halloween Carnival
Oct. 31; 6-9 p.m.
Cypress will be hosting a Halloween-themed family carnival featuring food, games, entertainment, and costume contests. Admission is $3 and children under one are free. Cypress Community Center, 5700 Orange Ave., Cypress
:: ci.cypress.ca.us
Noche de Altares
Nov. 5; 1-10 p.m.
The ninth annual Noche de Altares (Night of Altars) is one of Orange County’s largest Dia de los Muertos celebrations. Held in Downtown Santa Ana, the event is free to the public. The family-friendly event aims to bring the community together through art and culture and offers participants the opportunity to build and dedicate an altar to someone that has passed away. Drop by for the live music, face painting, art workshops, and food. 4th and Birch Streets, Santa Ana
:: nochedealtares.org
