From haunted houses to pumpkin patches, San Mateo County is the site of Halloween-inspired events all month. Whether your checking off a bucket list or just looking for an event to enjoy this weekend, here are some events and Halloween spectacles happening all month:
Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival
The weekend after the weigh-off event, a massive pumpkin festival is held in the historic downtown district. The event includes competitions, games and interesting foods.
Dates: Saturday, Oct. 15 and Sunday, Oct. 16
Time: 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Place: Downtown Half Moon Bay
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Price: Free
38th Annual Pumpkin Run in Half Moon Bay
The event will include a Pumpkin Power 5k Obstacle Challenge, 5k and 10k Run, 5K Walk and a 'Kids Fun Run' for children under 12 years old. Those interested in registering for a race can do so here.
Dates: Sunday, Oct. 16
Time: 8 a.m.
Place: Starts At Hatch School, Kelly Ave. near Hwy 1
Price: $30 pre-registration (before Oct. 13, after $35), $20 for those under 12 and over 65
The Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off 2016
Pumpkin Picking and Activities at the Pumpkin Farms
The pumpkin patches in Half Moon Bay offer activities ranging from haunted barns to pony rides. From the two-acre Minotaur’s Labyrinth Hay Maze at Arata's Pumpkin Farm to the Bernese mountain dogs at Farmer John's pumpkin farm, each has its own unique experience. Learn more about each of the pumpkin patches on this local guide.
Details: Various locations
Scare on the Square
A massive community celebration in downtown Redwood City is held annually with a parade, pumpkin contest, haunted maze and trick-or-treating at local businesses. If you have a talent for decorating pumpkins, there’s a $100 cash prize for the best submitted pumpkin. More details on the festivities can be found here.
Dates: Thursday, Oct. 27
Time: 5-8 p.m
Place: Courthouse Square, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94063
Price: Free
Monster Bash at the Sandwich Spot
The Sandwich Shop in Redwood City is holding a “Monster Bash” on Hallows Eve with a DJ and costume contest.
Dates: Saturday, Oct. 29
Time: 8 p.m.
Place: 2420 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94063
Price: Free (food at cost)
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Every first Saturday, Guild Theatre shows the Rocky Picture Show, but for Halloween the theater has a special showing later this month. Tickets can be found on the website.
Dates: Saturday, Oct. 22
Time: 11:55 p.m.
Place: Guild Theatre, 949 El Camino Real Menlo Park, CA 94025
Price $8 per ticket
Spooky Carnival
In its 8th year, Menlo Park continues to bring families out for an annual carnival to celebrate the fall occasion.
Dates: Wednesday, Oct. 26
Time: 4 to 6 p.m.
Place: Onetta Harris Community Center
Price: Free
Trick-or-Treat and Carnival
Menlo Park Chamber of Commerce and Cheeky Monkey Toys is bringing neighbors out for the annual Trick-or-Treat in downtown Menlo Park with participating businesses. Nearby, Fremont Park will be the site of carnival games, crafts and a magic show according to the website.
Dates: Saturday, Oct. 29
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Place: Fremont Park and Downtown Menlo Park
Price Free
“Nightmare on Cedar Street” in Montara
The neighbors on Montara's Cedar Street have the Halloween spirit as they transform their homes into a haunted house, lights, outdoor horror films and more.
Dates: October 31, 2016Time: 5 to 9 p.m.
Place: Cedar St, Montara, CA 94037
Murder Mystery Dinner Theatres
Some locals say the Moss Beach Distillery is haunted. You can head out for drink or dinner on any average night, or join one of the other themed dinner parties around the peninsula.
Details: Call (650) 728-5595 for an update on the next themed dinner at Moss Beach Distillery or go to an upcoming dinner mystery theatre by Pacifica Chamber of Commerce and Pacifica Sprindrift Players. Tickets available here.
Dates: October 23, 2016 Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
Place: Nick's Restaurant, 100 Rockaway Beach Ave. Pacfiica, CA 94044
Price: $80 per person
Haunted House of Moss Beach
More details on haunted house in Moss Beach can be found on its website.
Dates: Oct. 31
Time: 7:30-11 p.m.
Place: 601 Kelmore St. Moss Beach
Price: Donations accepted for UNICEF
Haunted House in San Mateo
Draper University is hosting a haunted house in downtown San Mateo. Tickets available on its Eventbrite page.
Date(s): Saturday, Oct. 29
Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Place: Draper University, 44 E 3rd Avenue, San Mateo
Price: $5 per person
Do you know of another Halloween-inspired event happening in your neighborhood? Help us update this list by emailing rebecca.greenway@nbcuni.com.
