California Events
Saturday, October 7, 2017
Winchester Mystery House Halloween Fright Nights in San Jose CA
American Canyon Halloween Extravaganza
Apple Valley Haunted Lunatic Asylum
Halloween Floating Pumpkin Patches and Plunges
AMADOR COUNTY: Big Crush Harvest Festival October 7-8, 2017, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 40 participating winery locations. $37.48-50, amadorwine.com
AMERICAN CANYON: Pumpkin Patch at the Pool October 7, 2017, 2-5 p.m. Community Park II Phillip West Aquatic Center 100 Benton Way American Canyon, CA $10-up, acparks.org
ANAHEIM: Gay Days Anaheim September - October 6-8, 2017
gaydaysanaheim.com
Disneyland discounts
ARCATA: Pastels on the Plaza. Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Re-Opened: 4pm Street Closures: Plaza, G & H from 9th to 9th, 8th and 9th from G to H Street Location: 8th & 9th Sts bet. G & H Sts Arcata, CA. cityofarcata.org or ncsheadstart.org | chalk art
ARCADIA: Cats in the Garden Car Show October 7, 2017, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A collection of cat-inspired automobiles including Jaguars, Tigers and more as well as some returning favorites, cobras and mustangs amidst the garden setting. The cars are spread throughout the Arboretum with the owners and drivers on hand to share the cars unique stories. A car-themed scavenger hunt, feline-inspired nature crafts and photo opportunities and BBQ available. Location: Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 301 North Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, CA Admission: $9, arboretum.org
AVILA BEACH: Bubbly Fest October 5-8, 2017. More than 60 world-class producers among California's most breathtaking coastal locales. $60-up, bubblyfest.com
BEVERLY HILLS: Blessing of the Animals and Pet Wash, 10-11 a.m. All Saints Episcopal Church 504 N Camden Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (310) 275-0123 x 113 allsaintsbh.org | blessing
BIG BEAR LAKE: Flashlight Safari at Big Bear Zoo. Gates open 6:15 and close at 6:30 p.m. to start the tour. Bring your flashlight. Admission $12.
BISHOP: Fall Color Car Show, October 6-8, 2017. Fireworks, Show & Shine, Pancake Breakfast, Cruisin' Parade, Poker Run. Choo Choo Swap Meet at the Tri County Fairgrounds. The Fall Colors Car Show & Shine, Pancake Breakfast, Cruisin' Parade, Poker Run, Vendors, Raffles & Awards presented by Owens Valley Cruisers. owensvalleycruisers.com
BISHOP: Choo Choo Swap Meet. All day famous semi-annual 100 yard sales in one place swap meet. Held at the Tri County Fair Grounds. lawsmuseum.org
BROWNS VALLEY: 20th Annual Indigenous Peoples Days Celebration October 5-9, 2017. Held at Sycamore Ranch Park, Free All Ages, indigenouspeoplesdays.org | pow wow
CARLSBAD: Legoland California Brick or Treat Saturdays September 30-October 28, 2017, 5 p.m. LEGOLAND California (760) 918-5346 One Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008 $49-up, Special Event -Brick-or-Treat Party Nights tickets, legoland.com
CARPINTERIA: California Avocado Festival, Oct. 6-8, 2017 avofest.com
CATHEDRAL CITY: Desert Glo Fest. Desert Glo Fest 6 p.m. Location: Town Square, 68701 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City, CA. Obstacle course along our Black Light Lit Course, Art Zone, Kid Zone and a 21 & Older. Food, Wines and Brews tastings. dgfest.org | cathedralcity.gov
CHICO: Sierra Oro Farm Trail Association Passport Weekend October
7-8, 2017, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. showcases participating wineries and specialty
farms throughout Butte County
$32.50,
sierraoro.org
CLOVIS: Fall Wine Walk, 5-8:30 p.m. Wine and food tastings from wineries and local restaurants. $35-45, approx. oldtownclovis.org
COALINGA: Coalingafest Street Fair & Car Show. 12-9 p.m. at Coalinga Plaza, Coalinga, CA. Event includes Beer Brats Vehicles and Bands. coalingachamber.com
CONCORD: Diablo View Orchid Society presents "Celebrate the Beauty of Orchids" Orchid Show & Sale on Saturday, October 7, 2017, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, 4000 Concord Blvd., Concord. Ribbon Judging, Sale of Orchids and Supplies, Workshops, Repotting Service, and Raffle, plus a Free Orchid With New Membership! Admission: $5 ($3 with card available online at dvos.org). Under 12 free.
CORCORAN: Cotton Festival. The Annual Corcoran Cotton Festival celebrates the beginning of the cotton harvest in Corcoran with a week of special events including a pancake breakfast, rib cook-off, Queen & Court presentation and ends with a parade. It is typically held on the first Saturday of October each year. 5K run and one mile walk event (active.com), Parade begins at 10 a.m. with marching bands, floats, equestrian, antique cars, antique farm equipment and more. Route: Whitley Avenue near Richard's Chevrolet to Recreation Association of Corcoran on Dairy Avenue. California Pork Producers Association Rib Cook-off at the Recreation Association of Corcoran. Other contests include bingo, diaper derby for age 12 months and younger, cornhole tourney, soccer tournament, Tabata demonstration, ice cream eating contest, cake and cupcake walk, free swim from 3-6 p.m., a carnival, food and craft vendors, Rotary Pancake Breakfast and beer and wine garden. Live entertainment throughout the day and a street dance. City Park - Corcoran, CA. corcoranchamber.com
CORNING: Corning Olive Festival
Saturday,
October 6-7, 2017, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Corning Olive Festival Fantastic Parade, Bed Races, all kinds of incredible events. The fun never
stops, nor does the tasting.
Historic olive tours will be led by the mayor. Location: Woodson Park, Peach Street, Corning, CA
CRESCENT CITY: Sea Cruise, Show & Shine Car Show, October 6-8, 2017. Downtown Crescent City car show is in Beachfront Park on Saturday, October 7, 2017, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Food and marketplace vendors throughout the day. After the car show enjoy a Show and Dance at the Del Norte County Fairgrounds, featuring California Dreamin'.
DIXON: Lambtown Festival October 7-8, 2017. Classes and workshops, entertainment and all things lamb. Location: Dixon May Fair Grounds, 655 South 1st St., Dixon, CA. Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: $5. lambtown.com
EL CAJON:
Oktoberfest
September 29-October 8, 2017
1017 S. Molliison Ave. El Cajon
germanclubsandiego.org
ELK GROVE: Elk Grove Giant Pumpkin Festival October 7-8, 2017, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Elk Grove Regional Park 9950 Elk Grove-Florin Road Elk Grove, CA 95624 Free admission, $10 parking, yourcsd.com
ESCONDIDO: Grape Day Festival & Stomp, 2-8 p.m.
Grape Day Park in downtown Escondido, 321 N. Broadway, Escondido CA escondidohistory.org
FELTON: Big Trees Scottish Gathering. Scottish and Irish clans, bagpipes bands, Scottish heavy athletics, highland dance, traditional and Celtic rock music, food and ale, unique gifts at Celtic marketplace and so much to see! This is a family friendly event, kids ten and under are FREE! roaringcamp.com | bigtreescots.com
FREMONT: Harvest Festival, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Help bring in this year's crop of corn. Wander through a 5-acre field searching for ears of Indian corn and popcorn, and take home a portion of what you harvest. Outside the field, enjoy magic shows, cider pressing, old-time music and historic crafts. Ride a narrow gauge train, visit the pumpkin patch and learn what late nineteenth century life was like on a tour of the beautifully restored farmhouse. Cost: $10. ebparks.org.
LA JOLLA:
Art & Wine Festival October 7-8,
2017
Saturday 10am-7pm Sunday 10am-6pm
La Jolla Art & Wine Festival returns to La
Jolla for its annual festival in the heart
of the village, on Girard Ave, between
Prospect Street & Torrey Pines Road, free
LAKE FOREST: Harvest Festival Trick or Treat. 4:30-8:30 p.m. Heritage Hill Historical Park lakeforestca.gov or ocparks.com $5 admission ages 3 and up
LINCOLN: Blessing of the Pets, 10 a.m. Beermann's Plaza Downtown Lincoln. stjameslincoln.org
LOMPOC: Craft Bazaar at Elks Club. Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Halloween to New Years, Birthdays, Baby Showers - Anniversaries. Wonderful creations of: glass, wood art, jewelry, sewing, knit, crochet, recycled items and more. Free admission. Call (805) 905-0710
LONE PINE: Lone Pine Film Festival, October 6-8, 2017. Annual event, a long time tradition, is held in the shadow of the mighty Mt. Whitney at the southern end of the Owens Valley. lonepinefilmfestival.org
LOOMIS: Eggplant Festival. October 7, 2017, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Annual Eggplant Festival Loomis Train Depot, Taylor Plaza 5820 Webb St., Loomis, CA Free Parking & Free Admission loomischamber.com
LOS BANOS: Los Banos Tomato Festival. This festival is a celebration of tomatoes with Celebrity Chefs, Heritage cooking demonstrations, Tomato Alley, The Tomato Patch kids area, entertainment, ag displays that show the role of tomatoes in the local agricultural community and much more! losbanos.com
LOS GATOS: St. Mary's Annual Country Fair, October 6-8, 2017. Carnival rides, Inflatables, Games, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Food Booths, Local Artisans. Free Entertainment and Bands. Location: 219 Bean Ave. Los Gatos, CA. Fri. 5-10p | Sat. 10a-10p | Sun. 10a-5p. stmaryslg.org
MONROVIA: Celebrate the Arts and Chalkfest October 7- 8, 2017. Location: Monrovia Library Park, Monrovia, CA
MORRO BAY: Harbor Festival. Full day of music, dragon boat races, Hawaiian Shirt Contest, Wine, Seafood, Morro Bay Yacht Club Regatta and more. Free admission. Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. morrobay.org
NORCO: Norco Horse Affair October 6-8, 2017. norcohorseaffair.com
OAKDALE: Oakdale Western Day October 7, 2017, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Oakdale Saddle Club Rodeo Grounds 1624 E. F Street, Oakdale CA Music, Kids' Korral, Sierra Nevada Guns for Hire Juggler Jeremiah Johnson, Horse and Carriage Rides and International Chili Society Cook Off. Tasting Tickets $5. visitoakdale.com
PLEASANT HILL: Art, Jazz & Wine Festival, October 7-8, 2017 Join the many thousands of residents and visitors in strolling along Crescent Drive in downtown Pleasant Hill as they enjoy great art and entertainment including to superb jazz, the wares of dozens of artists, and of course fine wine and premium beer. Location: Downtown Pleasant Hill on Crescent Drive. Time: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. pleasanthillchamber.com
MOUNTAIN VIEW: Deer Hollow Farm Ohlone Day Step into the daily lives of the original Bay Area inhabitants, the Ohlone. Hands-on activities such as acorn grinding, cooking with hot rocks, shell-drilling, and rope-making, games, face painting, and music, fire-starting and archery demonstrations, skilled flint-knapping and toolcrafting artisans. All proceeds benefit the Farm which is located in Rancho San Antonio County Park. It's a flat 1-mile walk from the parking lot to the Farm. Parking is limited. Car-pooling is encouraged. Time: 12-3 p.m. $7 under age 1 year free! fodhf.org
OXNARD: Multicultural Festival in Downtown Plaza Park. Enjoy music and performances from around the world! Time: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Location: Plaza Park, Oxnard, Ca. Cost: Free. oxnardnews.org | oxnard.org
PETALUMA: Wiskerino Contest. An annual tribute to facial hair, Whiskerino takes place at The Phoenix Theater, 201 Washington St., Petaluma, CA. Time: 2-5 p.m. $5-10 to compete, free to watch. petalumawhiskerino.com
RANCHO CUCAMONGA: Pet Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Emma Zen Foundation Pet Fair includes a pet costume and talent contests, raffles, adoptions, vaccinations, microchipping, music, dog pools, and lots of pet health and safety info. The Pet Fair features 30+ vendors for pets and the humans who love them! Meet Grand Marshall, Penelope, the puppy Saved by Firefighters in a home emergency this past year. Watch Emma Zen arrive in her sidecar and hear the roar of the Fire Department's arrival! Location: Bass Pro Shop, 7777 Victoria Gardens Lane, Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Free, emmazenfoundation.org
REDDING: Community Creek Clean-Up of Sacramento River Trail. Tackle invasive vegetation on the south side of the Sacramento River Trail upstream from the trailhead on Court Street. Volunteers ages 10 and older are invited. Bring water, wear closed toe shoes, long pants, plenty of sunscreen, and help restore the riparian savannah. Time: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Registration: shastacreeks.com
REDLANDS: Oktoberfest in Sylvan Park. redlandsoktoberfest.com
ROHNERT PARK: Founders Day Parade & Festival. Parade at 10 a.m. Festival 11 a.m.-5 p.m. rohnertparkfoundersday.org
SACRAMENTO: CruiseFest on Fulton Avenue between Marconi and Cottage, 3-7:30 p.m. Cruising starts at 3 and ends at 5 p.m. All eras and manufacturers are welcome to cruise -- antiques, exotics, low-rider and hot rod included CruiseFest. Fulton Avenue merchants are participating, food trucks, breweries, multiple stages with live bands, and vendor booths. Sponsored by California Automobile Museum. Free family event. calautomuseum.org
SACRAMENTO: Blessing of Animals October 4, 2017, 8 a.m. parking lot of
St. Francis Elementary & October 7, 2017, 2 p.m. on the church steps
St. Francis of Assisi Parish
1066 26th Street
Sacramento, CA.
stfrancisparish.com |
blessing
SAN DIEGO:
Pacific Beachfest October 7, 2017, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
pacificbeachfest.org
Pro Volleyball | Beach Volleyball | Surfing | 5K. Entertainment: Best of Beach
Fish Tacos Contest | Live Music | Kids Action Alley | PB Craft Beer Garden |
Local Shopping | Brewer's Competition
SAN FRANCISCO: Fleet Week October 2-9, 2017 Ship Tours, High School Band Challenge. fleetweeksf.org
SAN FRANCISCO: Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, October 6-8, 2017. Free music festival in Golden Gate Park featuring Emmy Lou Harris, Cheap Trick, Bela Fleck, Brothers Comatose, Poncho Sanchez, Randy Newman and over 100 acts! hardlystrictlybluegrass.com
SAN JOSE: BAGI Glass Pumpkin Patch at Santana Row October 6-8, 2017 santanarow.com
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA: Living History Days. Living History Days, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Meet mountain men, Civil War soldiers, Victorian ladies, enjoy craft and cooking demonstrations, an old-fashioned soda in the historic Plaza Hotel Saloon, horse-drawn vehicles inside the Plaza Stables and Victorian furnishings in the Plaza Hotel and Zanetta family home. Location: SJB State Historic Park. sanjuanbautistaca.com
SANTA MONICA: Virginia Park Fall Festival October 7, 2017, 3-7 p.m. Virginia Avenue Park 2200 Virginia Ave. Santa Monica, CA Free, smgov.net/vapark
SANTA MONICA: Huck Finn Day. Free community event at Douglas Park at 2439 Wilshire Blvd (Wilshire Blvd. and 25th St) in Santa Monica, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. santamonica.com
SUISUN CITY: Art, Wine and Chocolate Festival. This Waterfront event includes sampling wines coupled with chocolates. More than 85 artisans display hand-crafted items Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Suisun City Waterfront District's Harbor Plaza. Cost: Free, visitsuisuncity.com
TURLOCK: Holistic Expo 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Stanislaus County Fairgrounds
900 N. Broadway Bldg. E-2
Turlock, CA
turlockexpo.com
Free entry, donations appreciated
Tarot Readers, Paranormal Information, Holistic Healers, Mediums, SteamPunk Readers, Nutritional Information and Products, Green Planet Information, Artwork, Hand Crafted Items, Chakra Healers, Intuitive Readers, Reiki, Unique Jewelry, Herbs, Incense, Crystals and Stones, Essential Oils, Candles, Alternative Health Information, Chakra/Aura Photographs, Environmentally Friendly Products, Candle Magick, Medicine Bags, Magickal Charms and so much more.
VENTURA: Harvest Festival Arts & Crafts October 6-8, 2017. Hours: Friday: 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location: Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 West Harbor Blvd. Ventura, CA. harvestfestival.com
VICTORVILLE: Fall Festival. The street fair from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. features live entertainment, kiddie rides, hands-on activities, the Fall into a Good Book Fair, food booths, vehicle displays, and more than 150 vendors. Location: Victorville City Hall, 14343 Civic Dr. The City expects more than 15,000 visitors to attend this FREE family-oriented event. victorvilleca.gov
WALNUT: Walnut Family Festival & Parade. Walnut Family Festival & Parade. Location: Suzanne Park, 625 Suzanne Rd. Walnut CA. Event includes: Parade, Live Entertainment, Kid's Fun Zone (with rides, games, petting zoo, Dog Parade /Costume Contest, kiddy train ride, Food Booths, Arts & Crafts. Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. cityofwalnut.org
WALNUT CREEK: Contra Costa Crystal Faire October 7-8, 2107 Saturday 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Civic Park Community Center 1375 Civic Drive Walnut Creek, CA $12 for adults good for both days | Free age 12 years and under accompanied by adult Contact: jerry@crystalfair.com, sponsor / participation crystalfair.com
WATSONVILLE: Watsonville Film Festival October 5-8, 2017. watsonvillefilmfest.org
WEST SACRAMENTO: Annual Soggy Doggy Swim Day. Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bring your pooch to the pool for swim day! There's a beach entry so dogs can enter and exit safely. Owners are welcome to stand in the beach entry but are not allowed to swim with their dogs. Yolo county Animal Services onsite for licensing and microchipping. Location: Recreation Center Aquatic Facility. Fee $5 per dog, pay at the door, no pre-registration required. westsacfun.org
WINTERS: Public Safety Festival, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The Winters Police Department has partnered with other local public safety agencies for this free festival with emergency vehicles from the Winters Fire Department, Yolo County Sheriff Office, Yolo County SWAT, Explosive Ordinance Disposal (E.O.D), California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the Woodland office of the California Highway Patrol. Emergency equipment demonstrations, info booths, give-away items, games, a bounce house and refreshments. Location: 702 Main St. Free, winterspolice.org
WOODLAND HILLS: Blessing of the Animals, 9:30 a.m.
St. Mel Parish 20870 Ventura Blvd.
Woodland Hills, CA
stmelparish.org |
blessing
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