Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Burlingame 2026

7 unique & unusual Halloween events near Burlingame.

Burlingame's Halloween scene extends beyond our borders, with happenings in nearby San Francisco and Half Moon Bay. From the family-friendly 53rd Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon Bay to the ticketed "Sunflower and the Pumpkin" Paint & Sip in San Mateo, there's plenty to choose from.

Consider the drive to Daly City for a concert or stay local for other activities. Whether you are seeking an indoor creative experience or an outdoor spectacle, these events offer diverse ways to mark the season.

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 48 Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival Half Moon Bay

World pumpkin capital celebration featuring giant champion gourds and artisan crafts.

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Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 29 Fairmont Hotel San Francisco MEGA Halloween Party San Francisco

Five themed rooms and 10 DJs for a mega Halloween party

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Haunted Experiences

1 of 10 The Great Hauntway San Francisco

A community-powered, car-free Halloween celebration at the beach.

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Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 7 Chamber Music Stowe Fall Concert - Schubertiade II Stowe

Live performance of Schubert's Cello Quintet in the Mozart Room.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can kids come on ghost tours in Burlingame?

Family-friendly early tours, usually the 7 pm slot, keep stories spooky but not graphic and welcome ages 8-plus; late-night tours lean into murder and macabre detail and often set 13+ or 18+ minimums. Check the tour's stated age guidance and pick the early slot for first-timers. Ninety minutes of night walking is the real limit for younger kids, so check the route length.

How should we dress for October outdoor events in Burlingame?

October is the swing month: afternoon events can be warm while anything after sunset drops fast, so the answer is always layers, base, zip layer, packable shell, plus closed shoes for grass and gravel venues. Toss gloves and a beanie in the bag after mid-October for night tours and outdoor screenings. Check the hourly forecast at event time, not the daily high.

How do we plan around lantern parades and night processions in Burlingame?

Stake out the route, not the staging area: arrive 30-45 minutes early at a mid-route spot with a wall or storefront at your back for kids' sightlines. Bring your own lantern or glow items only if the event invites it. Transit beats driving, since road closures wrap the route, and know the dispersal point so your group reunites after the crowd releases.

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