Sat, Oct 3 – Sun, Oct 4
This page covers and . It moves on to the next weekend on its own, from what California attractions publish on their own websites.
Everything below is a dated item a venue published itself, quoted word for word and linked back. Nothing is a listing anyone paid for, and no price appears here that the venue did not print.
6 of the 28, one to a region and one to a kind of day out, chosen for being on this Saturday or Sunday rather than on all year — and for the venue having published both a photograph and a price. Everything else is below.
On nowSep 24 – Oct 4
AV Fair & Event Center, Lancaster
The AV Fair runs across multiple days in late September and early October, with shows starting at various times throughout the event. Families can attend this annual fair celebration.
Next weekendOct 2 – 9
San Francisco Zoo & Gardens, San Francisco
An after-hours family event runs on consecutive Fridays from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Playfield Lawn. Guests enjoy live music, outdoor bars, kid-friendly activities, and ambassador animals.
Next weekendOct 3
Gold Country Fairgrounds & Event Center, Auburn
Fast Fridays motorcycle racing concludes its season with the USA vs. the WORLD competition, featuring international speedway racing competition.
Next weekendOct 3
Planes of Fame Air Museum, Chino
The museum features a hangar talk and flight demonstration of the North American Rockwell OV-10 'Bronco' aircraft from the Vietnam War era.
Next weekendOct 3
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, San Luis Obispo
Families explore the night sky with telescopes and guided viewing hosted by the Central Coast Astronomy Society, beginning with a live astronomy presentation at 7pm.
Next weekendOct 4
Lucky Strike Chula Vista, Chula Vista
Families enjoy free bowling, arcade cards for kids, passed appetizers, a DJ, face painting, balloon art, and a chance to win gift cards on this Sunday afternoon.
28 items running for a fortnight or less, so these are on now rather than on all year.
Next weekendOct 4Event
Lucky Strike Chula Vista, Chula Vista
Families enjoy free bowling, arcade cards for kids, passed appetizers, a DJ, face painting, balloon art, and a chance to win gift cards on this Sunday afternoon.
“Sunday, October 4 | 11AM – 2PM”
On nowSep 24 – Oct 4Event
AV Fair & Event Center, Lancaster
The AV Fair runs across multiple days in late September and early October, with shows starting at various times throughout the event. Families can attend this annual fair celebration.
“Thu, Sep 24”
Next weekendOct 3Event
Lucky Strike Montebello, Montebello
Families enjoy free bowling, arcade cards for kids, passed appetizers, live DJ entertainment, face painting, balloon art, and a chance to win gift cards on Saturday afternoon.
“Saturday, October 3 | 11AM – 2PM”
Next weekendOct 4Event
Lucky Strike Moorpark, Moorpark
Families enjoy free bowling, arcade cards for kids, passed appetizers, live DJ entertainment, face painting, balloon art, and a chance to win gift cards on Sunday afternoon.
“Sunday, October 4 | 11AM – 2PM”
Next weekendOct 4 · 3:00 amSeason
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, San Clemente
Families celebrate Latin heritage with a Ballet Folklórico performance, hands-on cultural crafts, and fresh churros from an on-site cart in a beautiful coastal setting.
“Free Family Sundays: Latin Heritage Celebrate Latin Heritage Month at Casa Romantica 04 Oct 10:00 am - 2:00 pm”
Next weekendOct 4Event
Fullerton Museum Center, Fullerton
A community clothing exchange where families bring up to ten laundered items and receive tokens to select new-to-you pieces, with light bites and museum admission included, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
“Sunday October 4th, 2026 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM”
Next weekendOct 2 – 9 · 5:00 pmSeason
San Francisco Zoo & Gardens, San Francisco
An after-hours family event runs on consecutive Fridays from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Playfield Lawn. Guests enjoy live music, outdoor bars, kid-friendly activities, and ambassador animals.
“Sunset Fridays, an after-hours event for the whole family, will run on consecutive Fridays* through October 9 from 5 to 7 p.m.”
Next weekendOct 3Event
Blackhawk Museum, Danville
The Mid-Autumn Asian Cultural Festival features a full day of performances, food, and cultural activities with free museum admission all day long.
“October 3, 2026 at 11:00am”
Next weekendOct 3 · 9:00 amEvent
Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center, Santa Rosa
Families with children with disabilities and unique needs explore the Museum and enjoy hands-on activities starting at 9:00 am.
“Dates: October 3, 2026 at 9:00 am”
Next weekendOct 3 · 11:00 amEvent
San Francisco Zoo & Gardens, San Francisco
A special celebration features Folklorico dance performances, bilingual storytimes in Spanish and English, keeper talks, and authentic foods. Families discover animals and the people who care for them.
“Dates: October 3, 2026 at 11:00 am”
Next weekendOct 3 – 4Event
Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, San Jose
Over 250 tables of toys, comics, action figures, memorabilia, and pop culture treasures return for a weekend packed with nostalgia and rare finds for fans of all ages.
“October 3–49:00 am to 4:30 pm”
Next weekendOct 4 · 4:00 pmEvent
Chabot Space & Science Center, Oakland
A 30- to 45-minute spooky laser show filled with stunning visual art, designed for ages 8 and up.
“Dates: October 4, 2026 at 4:00 pm”
Next weekendOct 4 · 1:00 pmEvent
Galindo Home Museum & Gardens, Concord
A daytime event at the Galindo Home Museum & Gardens featuring autumn activities and historical presentations about the adobe.
“Autumn At The Adobe October 4 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm”
Next weekendOct 4Event
Hakone Estate and Gardens, Saratoga
Sensei John Larissou presents the fundamental principles and art of Japanese tea in the Cultural Exchange Center. This public demonstration welcomes guests ages five and older at noon or one o'clock.
“Sunday, October 4, 2026”
Next weekendOct 4Event
Lucky Strike Brentwood, Brentwood
Families enjoy free bowling, arcade cards for kids, passed appetizers, a DJ, face painting, balloon art, and a chance to win gift cards valid at Lucky Strike and other bowling venues.
“Sunday, October 4 | 11AM – 2PM”
Next weekendOct 4Event
Lucky Strike Vacaville, Vacaville
Families enjoy free bowling, arcade cards for kids, passed appetizers, a DJ, face painting, balloon art, and a chance to win gift cards valid at Lucky Strike and other bowling centers.
“Sunday, October 4 | 11AM – 2PM”
Next weekendOct 3Event
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, San Luis Obispo
Families explore the night sky with telescopes and guided viewing hosted by the Central Coast Astronomy Society, beginning with a live astronomy presentation at 7pm.
“October 3 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm”
Next weekendOct 3Event
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, San Luis Obispo
Families explore the night sky with telescopes and guided viewing. The evening begins with a live astronomy presentation by CCAS astronomers, followed by hands-on stargazing.
“October 3 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm”
Next weekendOct 3Event
Watsonville Speedway, Watsonville
Watsonville Speedway features door-to-door, wheel-to-wheel racing action with some of the best drivers on the West Coast. Families can watch Night # 2 of the Petitt racing event.
“10/3/2026Night #2 of the Petitt”
Next weekendOct 4 · 10:00 amEvent
Casa de la Guerra, Santa Barbara
Mujeres Makers Market hosts a monthly community market promoting unity amongst women creatives and highlighting women of color, with giftable items including succulent arrangements, macrame earrings, handmade soaps, and vintage clothing.
“Sunday, October 4, 2026 - 10:00 AM4:00 PM”
Next weekendOct 4 · 11:30 amEvent
Museum of Ventura County, Ventura
Certified Master Gardener Lee Rosenboom leads an introduction to winter vegetable gardening, teaching families what to plant, soil preparation, and pest management for cooler months.
“Dates: October 4, 2026 at 11:30 am”
Next weekendOct 3Event
Planes of Fame Air Museum, Chino
The museum features a hangar talk and flight demonstration of the North American Rockwell OV-10 'Bronco' aircraft from the Vietnam War era.
“October 3”
Next weekendOct 3 – 10Season
San Bernardino Museums, Rancho Cucamonga
STEAM Saturdays bring creative fun to the STEAM Lab with monster-themed crafts for young learners and families, who create clothespin monsters, coffee filter monsters, and paper bag monsters.
“October STEAM Saturdays: Monster Mash In October, STEAM Saturdays bring creative fun to the STEAM Lab with Monster Mash, a month of simple, hands-on monster-themed crafts designed especially for young learners and their families.”
Next weekendOct 4 · 3:00 pmEvent
Skydive Perris, Perris
A family outing featuring antique cars on the taxiway, food and drinks at the Bombshelter restaurant and bar, and skydivers landing. Families can watch skydivers or try skydiving and wind tunnel flying.
“Dates: October 4, 2026 at 3:00 pm”
Next weekendOct 4Event
UC Riverside Botanic Gardens, Riverside
The UCR Botanic Gardens hosts a pop-up plant sale offering horticultural, native, and water-efficient plants propagated from the gardens' collection, 9am to 1pm.
“Pop-up Shop (credit card payment only/cashless) on 10/4/2026, 9am - 1pm”
Next weekendOct 3Season
Buena Vista Museum of Natural History & Science, Bakersfield
Families visit the museum all day with admission for two adults and up to six children. The museum is open from 10am to 4pm.
“Oct 03, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM”
Next weekendOct 3Event
Gold Country Fairgrounds & Event Center, Auburn
Fast Fridays motorcycle racing concludes its season with the USA vs. the WORLD competition, featuring international speedway racing competition.
“Fast Fridays: USA vs. the WORLD Season Finale All day, Fast Fridays: USA vs. the WORLD Season Finale , Calendar: Gold Country Fairgrounds & Event Center Calendar, No location, October 3, 2026”
Next weekendOct 3 · 7:30 pmEvent
Heartstoppers Haunts, Rancho Cordova
Heartstoppers Haunts returns for its 19th season with four interconnected haunted attractions, a live stage show, reserved time slots, and 13 nights of Halloween scares at 7:30 pm.
“Dates: October 3, 2026 at 7:30 pm”
62 longer runs — exhibitions and seasons open across the weekend but on for more than 14 days. Closing soonest first.
Next weekendOct 3 – 25Event
San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Escondido
On select Saturdays and Sundays in October, families enjoy amazing wildlife, special entertainment including live music and dance parties, scarecrow performers, a corn maze, and delicious fall cuisine throughout the Safari Park.
“October 3–4, 10–11, 17–18, and 24–25”
On nowSep 20 – Oct 30Season
LEGOLAND® California Resort, Carlsbad
The park transforms with Halloween-themed decor, character meet-and-greets with LEGO Scarecrow and Mummy, limited-time treats, and special attractions including Department of Monster Vehicles and The Dragon: Roarsome Halloween Adventure.
“Sept 20 - October 30”
On nowSep 17 – Oct 31Season
Bates Nut Farm, Valley Center
Families pick pumpkins from the field, enjoy tractor hayrides, explore a straw maze, and visit the farm zoo. October adds pony rides, petting zoo, face painting, rock climbing, live music on weekends, and food vendors.
“Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026 to Saturday, October 31, 2026”
On nowSep 10 – Oct 31Season
Belmont Park, San Diego
Families enjoy iconic amusement park rides, retro displays, and live music with weekly pumpkin jams every weekend throughout the fall celebration at the heart of the park.
“every weekend from September 10th to October 31st”
On nowAug 22 – Oct 31Season
Old Peacefield Orchard, Julian
Families pick their own apples at the orchard on Saturdays and select weekdays. Golden, Red Delicious, Jonathan, and Jonagold varieties available in September; Granny Smiths in mid-October. Water, bathrooms, and parking provided.
“Picking season is early in Julian 2026. First days Saturdays August 22, then August 29, September 5, 12 and 19.”
On nowSep 25 – Oct 31Season
Pumpkin Patch Bonita, Pumpkins Bonita, Bonita
Pumpkin patch, sunflower fields, corn maze, tractor hay-wagon, train ride, petting zoo, and cut-your-own sunflowers. Hours 9am–6pm Sept 25–Oct 8, then 9am–9pm Oct 9–31.
“OPEN DAILY: Sept 25th through Oct 8th from 9am to 6pm. Oct 9th through Oct 31st from 9am to 9pm.”
On nowSep 11 – Nov 1Season
SeaWorld San Diego, San Diego
SeaWorld San Diego hosts a family-friendly Halloween event with trick-or-treat stations, the all-new Baby Shark Halloween Show, a pumpkin patch, dance parties, character meet-and-greets, and festive entertainment on select Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
“Join us every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from September 11 through November 1, 2026”
On nowSep 12 – Nov 1Event
Sesame Place San Diego, Chula Vista
Families wear costumes and enjoy a buffet meal with Elmo, The Count, and other Sesame Street friends, then take photos with the characters dressed in their Halloween costumes.
“Join Elmo, The Count, and more of your favorite Sesame Street friends for a silly Halloween celebration. Wear your costumes as you enjoy a delicious buffet meal and take photos with your favorite furry friends in their costumes. Dates: September 12 - November 1; Select Dates”
On nowSep 6 – Oct 4Event
Pacific Island Ethnic Art Museum, Long Beach
A Youth Artist In-Residence exhibition featuring contemporary artworks by Belauan visual artist Lucille Montelongo, including acrylics, textiles, and collage exploring her heritage and cultural identity.
“Open to the public: September 6 - October 4, 2026”
Next weekendOct 2 – 17Season
Sky Zone Alhambra, Alhambra
Throughout the first three weeks of October, participating Sky Zone parks feature themed Halloween activities and GLOW experiences every Friday and Saturday evening.
“Throughout the first three weeks of October, participating parks will feature themed Halloween activities and GLOW experiences every Friday and Saturday evening.”
On nowJun 23 – Oct 18Season
The Getty, Los Angeles
An exhibition tracing the journey of an Otto Greiner drawing from Dresden during World War II to Los Angeles, demonstrating the relevance of provenance research in 2026.
“Jun 23, 2026–Oct 18, 2026”
On nowSep 18 – Oct 31Season
Kidspace Children's Museum, Pasadena
Families enjoy costume parades, trike rides through a spooky house, and monster adoption activities throughout the Halloween season at Kidspace.
“Dates: September 18, 2026 – October 31, 2026”
TodaySep 26 – Oct 31Season
Underwood Family Farms, Moorpark
The farm opens for a month-long fall festival with themed weekends including pumpkins, tractors, and wild west activities. Families enjoy hayrides, animals, and seasonal attractions daily from 9am to 6pm.
“Dates: September 26 - October 31, 2026”
On nowSep 18 – Nov 1Event
Six Flags Magic Mountain, Valencia
The park offers pulse-pounding scares, innovative thrills, and shows on select nights. Haunted mazes require a separate Haunted Attractions Pass.
“Fright Fest presented by SNICKERS® Select Nights. September 18 - November 1”
On nowSep 18 – Nov 1Event
Six Flags Magic Mountain, Valencia
Tricks and Treats offers family-friendly Halloween activities on select days from September 18 through November 1, with kids in costumes enjoying the park.
“Select Days: September 18 - November 1”
On nowAug 21 – Oct 31Season
Disneyland Park, Anaheim
The Disneyland Resort celebrates with Halloween décor, themed attractions, Disney Characters in seasonal costumes, specialty entertainment and fireworks on select nights across both parks and resort hotels.
“August 21 through October 31, 2026!”
On nowSep 12 – Oct 31Season
Irvine Park Railroad, Orange
The Pumpkin Patch opens September 12th through October 31st with train and wagon rides, moon bounce, games, face painting, pumpkin decorating, and a haunted house. Weekday hours are 10am–6pm; weekends 8am–6pm.
“September 12th – October 31st, 2026”
TodaySep 26 – Oct 31Season
The El Dorado Frontier Theme Park, Long Beach
The Pumpkin Patch runs weekends through October, with extended Friday hours starting October 9th. Families pick pumpkins, enjoy train rides, photo ops, and seasonal activities.
“Open Weekends First weekend: Sept 26 & 27 | 11 AM – 5 PM October Hours: Saturdays & Sundays | 11 AM – 7 PM Open Fridays beginning October 9th”
On nowSep 12 – Nov 1Season
Tanaka Farms, Irvine
The pumpkin patch opens with daily hours from 9am to 6pm in September, extending to 9pm on weekends in October. Families select pumpkins, explore the grounds, and enjoy seasonal activities. Reservations required.
“September 12th - November 1st”
On nowSep 24 – Nov 15Event
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, San Clemente
The opening reception celebrates two exhibitions: Judith Haron's illuminated manuscripts paired with rare books exploring knowledge preservation, and Larry Hemmerich's pastel landscapes of Southern California deserts and mountains.
“Art Exhibitions Opening Reception: Manuscripts & Larry Hemmerich On view September 24 through November 15 24 Sep 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm”
On nowSep 3 – Oct 4Season
Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, Petaluma
An exhibit exploring migration, memory, loss, resilience, and belonging through meaningful personal objects and the stories they carry.
“September 3 @ 10:00 AM - October 4 @ 4:00 PM”
On nowSep 4 – Oct 4Season
Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, Petaluma
An exhibit exploring migration, memory, loss, resilience, and belonging through meaningful personal objects and the stories they carry. Families view displays at the museum Thursday through Sunday.
“September 4 – October 4 BeLongings: What We Bring, What We Leave Behind”
On nowSep 18 – Oct 18Event
Berkeley Playhouse, Berkeley
This award-winning musical follows Elle's transformation as she tackles stereotypes and discovers new friendships with her pink Birkin bag and beloved dog Bruiser. The show features showstopping numbers, heartfelt moments, and plenty of laughs.
“Runs Sep 18 - Oct 18, 2026”
TodaySep 26 – Oct 24Season
Alameda Museum, Alameda
Visitors tour the Meyers House, an exquisite Colonial Revival mansion built in 1897 for architect Henry's family. The house showcases period architecture and design.
“September 26 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm”
TodaySep 26 – Oct 30Event
KR Farms Pumpkin Patch, Dublin
The Rowdy Jack Trail is lit nightly from 5pm throughout the season, offering families an illuminated walking experience through the farm after sunset.
“Nightly, Sept 26–Oct 30”
On nowSep 18 – Oct 31Season
ABC Tree Farms Summer Fun Zone, Pumpkin Patch & Christmas Trees, San Mateo
Pumpkin patch with outdoor inflatable park featuring giant slides and play areas for children ages 2–12. Families select pumpkins and use the decorated memory zone for photos.
“estimate opening date 9/18”
Next weekendOct 1 – 31Season
Blind Scream Haunted Houses, Santa Rosa
The haunted house operates throughout October with two attractions: Caverns of Carnage, a maze beneath a graveyard, and the Blackout Haunted House, where visitors navigate complete darkness using only their senses.
“October 2026”
Next weekendOct 1 – 31Season
Cal Skate of Rohnert Park, Rohnert Park
Cal Skate celebrates its 50-year anniversary throughout October with special events, merchandise, and raffles. Fifty-dollar gift cards are raffled every Saturday and Sunday afternoon.
“Cal Skate is very excited to celebrate National Roller Skating Month and its 50 Year Anniversary this October!”
On nowSep 13 – Oct 31Season
Golden State Family Farms, Richmond
Children ages 2–12 play on inflatable amusements, slides, and games while families select from large pumpkin varieties, take photos in decorated memory zones, and enjoy paintball and other activities.
“September 13 – October 31st”
Next weekendOct 2 – 31Season
Joan's Farm and Pumpkin Patch, Livermore
The farm opens for the fall season with pumpkin picking, mazes, inflatables, animal feeding, pumpkin bowling, a train ride, and photo opportunities. Food and weekend BBQ available.
“Dates: October 2 to October 31”
TodaySep 26 – Oct 31Season
Santa Rosa Pumpkin Patch, Santa Rosa
The pumpkin patch opens for the fall season. Families can pick pumpkins, play on inflatables and jumpy pillows, explore the corn maze, meet barnyard animals, and enjoy hayrides through the farm.
“Season Opening September 26, 2026”
On nowSep 24 – Oct 31Season
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo
Fright Fest transforms Six Flags Discovery Kingdom throughout October with haunted mazes, scare zones, frightful shows, and evil treats. The park remains open daytime with rides and food.
“starting September 24”
On nowSep 25 – Oct 31Season
U-Pick at Webb Ranch, Portola Valley
The pumpkin patch opens daily with a store, activity area, and pumpkins grown organically on-site. Families shop for pumpkins, enjoy pony rides, haunted house, tractor hay rides, cornfield trails, petting zoo, and bounce houses.
“Open daily from September 25 to October 31”
TodaySep 26 – Nov 1
KR Farms Pumpkin Patch, Dublin
The pumpkin patch opens daily from late September through early November, with extended hours on weekends. The patch is free to enter, and families can browse and select pumpkins throughout the season.
“Opening daySaturday, September 26 at 9:00 AMOpen dailyThrough October 30ClosedSaturday, October 31 (Halloween)Final daySunday, November 1”
On nowSep 19 – Nov 1Season
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo
Tricks and Treats is a family-friendly daytime Halloween event held Saturdays and Sundays featuring candy collection, entertainment, and spooky fun before sunset with no scares.
“Saturdays & Sundays, September 19 - November 1, 2026”
On nowSep 6 – Nov 2Season
Winchester Mystery House, San Jose
A massive edible gingerbread replica of the Winchester Mystery House, including the 7th story tower, created by Christine McConnell and displayed in the Mercantile during operating hours throughout the Halloween season.
“her creation is incredible (and mostly edible) and we're so happy to be able to showcase it in our Mercantile from September 6th – November 2nd during operating hours.”
On nowSep 18 – Nov 8 · 7:15 pmEvent
Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, San Jose
Two haunted attractions operate under one ticket at Gateway Hall. Visitors experience menacing scenes designed to challenge perception and provoke reactions throughout the evening.
“September 18 – November 8, 20267:15 pm to 10:15 pm”
On nowJul 25 – Nov 14Season
Vacaville Museum, Vacaville
The Main Gallery exhibits stories, traditions, resilience, and lasting legacy of Italian American communities in Solano County, from immigration journeys to family traditions passed down through generations.
“JULY 25- NOVEMBER 14, 2026”
On nowSep 5 – Nov 15Season
Lemos Farm, Half Moon Bay
Families pick pumpkins in multiple sizes and colors while enjoying rides, attractions, and farm activities including pony rides, train rides, haunted house, gem mining, petting zoo, and hay rides. Pumpkin-themed food and treats available.
“September 5th - November 15th”
On nowJun 19 – Nov 29Season
New Museum of Los Gatos, Los Gatos
Viewers learn about the Muwekma Ohlone's Trail of Truth journey on horseback from California to Washington D.C. to advocate for federal recognition, traveling with sacred horses gifted by the Lakota Nation.
“June 19, 2026 – November 29, 2026”
Next weekendOct 2 – Dec 4 · 5:00 pmSeason
CuriOdyssey, San Mateo
Parents and kids celebrate together at CuriOdyssey on the first Friday of every month from 5 pm until 8 pm.
“October 2, 2026 at 5:00 pm”
Next weekendOct 4 – Dec 6Season
Hakone Estate and Gardens, Saratoga
Sensei John Larissou presents the art of Japanese tea and its fundamental principles in the Cultural Exchange Center. This public demonstration welcomes guests ages five and older.
“Sunday, October 4, 2026”
On nowJul 1 – Dec 31Season
Hakone Estate and Gardens, Saratoga
An installation and watercolor paintings inspired by Hokusai's Great Wave, featuring Prussian Blue pigment and exploring global exchange of materials and ideas. The exhibit is displayed in the Hakone Cultural Exchange Center.
“Hakone Cultural Exchange Center July - December 2026”
On nowJul 17 – Jan 3Season
New Museum of Los Gatos, Los Gatos
This exhibition focuses on the Muwekma Ohlone's cultural and practical efforts in land stewardship, including cultural burns and cultivation of native plants for regalia, food, and traditional healing.
“July 17, 2026 – January 3, 2027”
On nowJul 29 – Jan 10Season
Petaluma Historical Library & Museum, Petaluma
The museum displays an exhibit exploring personal belongings and what people bring and leave behind, running through January 2027.
“July 29, 2026 @ 12:00 AM - January 10, 2027 @ 12:00 AM”
Next weekendSep 28 – Oct 30Season
Casa de Fruta, Hollister
Families and school groups enjoy pumpkin picking, gemstone mining, and historical train rides at Pumpkin Junction. Available weekdays throughout October with special pricing for groups of ten or more and free passes for teachers.
“SEPTEMBER 28 - OCTOBER 30, 2026 Pumpkin Junction Field Trips & Casa de Pumpkin Patch”
Next weekendOct 1 – 31Season
The Great Pumpkin Patch, Santa Cruz
The Great Pumpkin Patch opens with pumpkins and gourds for sale, petting zoo, hay rides, train rides, pumpkin painting, hay maze, bumper boats, and refreshments including popcorn and cotton candy.
“Pumpkins Oct. 1-31st”
On nowSep 25 – Nov 1Season
Gilroy Gardens, Gilroy
Families visit the park for Halloween trick-or-treating on the BOO Trail, live musical shows featuring the BOO Crew, interactive pumpkin wands, character encounters, and seasonal food. Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
“The Great Big BOO is open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from September 25 through November 1.”
On nowSep 15 – Nov 1Event
Ventura Botanical Gardens, Ventura
A mini exhibit celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month with ancient Mayan mythology, hummingbirds as sacred messengers, and garden transformations. Open daily 9am to 5pm.
“Tuesday, September 15 - Sunday, November 1”
On nowSep 23 – Nov 11Season
San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden, San Luis Obispo
A morning playgroup for children ages 0–5 and parents featuring games, songs, crafts, and garden exploration. Older siblings welcome.
“September 23 @ 9:30 am - November 11 @ 11:30 am”
TodaySep 26 – Nov 14Season
Skating Plus, Ventura
The Westcoast Derby Knockouts home team competes against visiting teams in a roller derby bout. The public is welcome to watch the match from 6:00 to 10:00 pm.
“Saturday, September 26, 2026 Public Skating has been cancelled for this special event. The public is welcome to watch as our own home team The Westcoast Derby Knockouts bout with visiting teams.”
On nowSep 23 – Nov 21Season
Sutter County Museum, Yuba City
Families explore ten Indigenous and Mexican American grandmothers' food stories through a documentary film, audio stories, photographs, kitchen artifacts, and family recipes, discovering their unique relationships to Mexican cuisine and California homes.
“September 23rd through November 21st”
On nowAug 13 – Nov 29 · 10:00 amSeason
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, Santa Barbara
A playful, story-rich exhibition exploring the breadth of human emotion through bronze sculptures, silhouettes, and poetry. Visitors experience allegorical works by Susan Read Cronin on view through November 29.
“August 13, 2026 – November 29, 2026 at 10:00 am”
On nowJul 26 – Jan 18Season
California Nature Art Museum, Solvang
A photographic exhibition celebrating the extraordinary beauty of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Images reveal hidden stories of desert animals, from bighorn sheep to burrowing owls, showcasing the park's wild spirit.
“July 26, 2026 - January 18, 2027”
Next weekendOct 4 – Jan 31Season
Santa Barbara Museum Of Art, Santa Barbara
An exhibition exploring Pictorialist photography and performance at the turn of the twentieth century, on view at SBMA from October 4, 2026 through January 31, 2027.
“October 4, 2026 – January 31, 2027 At the turn of the twentieth century, the Pictorialists challenged the notion that photography was primarily documentary or commercial, instead promoting photographs as art. Stage Craft illuminates the critical role of performance behind their revolutionary claim.”
On nowAug 29 – Oct 18Season
Temecula Valley Fine Art Museum and Gallery, Temecula
The museum displays an exhibition celebrating Temecula Valley and the cultures that give visitors a sense of home and belonging, featuring local artistic voices from historic to contemporary expression.
“Showing through August 29 - October 18”
On nowJun 11 – Oct 31 · 10:00 amSeason
Palm Springs Air Museum, Palm Springs
Families find 12 World War II items throughout the museum during normal hours and receive a free prize at the gift shop. Two difficulty versions—Easy and Hard—are available for kids 12 and under with paid adult admission.
“World War II Scavenger Hunt Dates: June 11, 2026 – October 31, 2026 at 10:00 am”
On nowSep 17 – Oct 10Season
Tulare Historical Museum, Tulare
An art exhibit by Valerie Estes featuring transformation-themed works is displayed in the Gallery Room at the Tulare Historical Museum.
“September 17th - October 10th, 2026”
Next weekendOct 1 – Feb 7Season
Bakersfield Museum of Art, Bakersfield
An exhibition of internationally acclaimed Mexican photographer Graciela Iturbide's black-and-white images exploring identity, culture, and community across California and the borderlands, including a portrait of labor leader Dolores Huerta.
“October 1, 2026 – February 7, 2027”
Next weekendOct 1 – Apr 25Season
Bakersfield Museum of Art, Bakersfield
An exhibition exploring the city as an accumulation of people, histories, and memories through photography, painting, sculpture, and multimedia works that reveal lived experiences of migration, labor, family, and community.
“October 1, 2026 - April 25, 2027”
On nowSep 23 – Oct 31Season
Pine-O-Mine Ranch, Placerville
Families pick their perfect pumpkin at Pine-O-Mine Ranch in Apple Hill during fall season. The ranch offers u-pick apples, tractor rides, a petting zoo, live music on weekends, orchard treats, and picnic areas.
“Late September through Halloween”
On nowAug 14 – Jan 2Season
Gateway Science Museum, Chico
Gateway welcomes a nationwide traveling exhibit exploring dinosaur bones and fossils. Visitors touch full skeletal replicas including Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus Rex, and Velociraptor, examine replica skulls and eggs, and use dig boxes to unearth dinosaur bones interactively.
“August 14, 2026 - January 2, 2027”
3 weekly programmes at 33 venues, each with the venue’s own schedule line. These run every weekend, so they carry a schedule rather than a date.
Every Saturday & Sunday | 11AM – 3PMWeekly
AMF Petaluma Lanes, Petaluma
Families bowl unlimited games with shoes included and enjoy specially priced appetizers and craft beverages on weekend mornings.
“Every Saturday & Sunday | 11AM – 3PM”
Also at 30 other locations
Every Friday & Saturday nightWeekly
Big Air Trampoline Park, Corona
Big Air transforms with lights dimmed, music turned up, and lasers and strobes firing while families access all attractions. Guests are encouraged to wear neon and glow products.
“Every Friday & Saturday night Big Air is transformed! Enjoy access to all the attractions at the park while we turn down the lights, turn up the music and fire up the lasers and strobes.”
Fridays & Saturdays 8pm–10pmWeekly
Sky Zone Trampoline Park, Fremont
GLOW Jump sessions run Friday and Saturday evenings with special lighting effects, offering families an evening trampoline experience with enhanced visual atmosphere.
“GLOW Jump: Fridays & Saturdays 8pm-10pm”
Looking further ahead? Every attraction’s own page carries its full what’s on list, and the two seasonal pages below run through the fall.
