Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Castro Valley 2026

12 unique & unusual Halloween events near Castro Valley

Illustration of a small guide with a glowing lantern on a cobblestone street with pumpkins, ghosts and a stone bridge (Ghosts of Pleasanton's Past Tour)

Ghosts of Pleasanton's Past Tour

Oct 9 – Oct 17

Pleasanton 11 mi $$

Guided two-hour walking tour of haunted downtown Main Street sites.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Pleasanton Rotary Halloween Spirit Run)

Pleasanton Rotary Halloween Spirit Run

Sun, Oct 25

Pleasanton 11 mi $$$

Costume-friendly 5K, 10K, and kids races through Downtown Pleasanton

Autumn Lights Festival

Oct 15 – Oct 17

Oakland 13 mi $$

Fundraiser festival featuring an Art Market and light art across themed gardens.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Goblin Jamboree: Sunset Spooktacular)

Goblin Jamboree: Sunset Spooktacular

Fri, Oct 16

Sausalito 24 mi $$$

After-hours museum evening featuring pirate ship racing and spider web weaving.

Illustration of white ghosts floating over houses with glowing windows and pumpkins, with a witch flying past a full moon (What Spooky Child Is This?)

What Spooky Child Is This?

Sun, Oct 4

Livermore 17 mi $$

Blacklight family painting session using glow-in-the-dark neon paints under UV lights.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Rustic Pumpkin Trio on Canvas)

Rustic Pumpkin Trio on Canvas

Sun, Oct 4

Livermore 17 mi $$$

Step-by-step guided autumn canvas painting session with optional candle making.

Illustration of two clay kids and cotton ghosts around a craft table with painted pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Pumpkin Porch Leaner Workshop)

Pumpkin Porch Leaner Workshop

Sat, Nov 7

Pleasanton 11 mi $$$

Guided fall painting session with artist Debbie Wardrope.

Illustration of a clay kid in cat ears at a craft table with ghosts, pumpkins, paint pots and paper bats (Fall Sketching Fun: Pumpkins & a Curious Cat in Watercolor & Ink)

Fall Sketching Fun: Pumpkins & a Curious Cat in Watercolor & Ink

Sun, Oct 18

Pleasanton 11 mi $$$

Beginner-friendly watercolor workshop with all materials included.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Slash and Sip: Adult Pumpkin Carving at San Pedro Square Market)

Slash and Sip: Adult Pumpkin Carving at San Pedro Square Market

Fri, Oct 23

San Jose 27 mi $$

Carve and decorate pumpkins outdoors under the stars in downtown.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Campbell Oktoberfest Fun Run)

Campbell Oktoberfest Fun Run

Sat, Oct 17

Campbell 29 mi $$$

Scenic 10K, 5K, and Kids' Dash with optional lederhosen.

Illustration of a craft table with a glitter pumpkin, paint cups, a clay kid, a smiling ghost and a paper bat under bunting (Halloween Art Show, Pop-Up Market & Craft Pizzeria)

Halloween Art Show, Pop-Up Market & Craft Pizzeria

Hayward $

Over 20 Bay Area artists and vendors

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Sama-Sama Fest at Union Landing)

Sama-Sama Fest at Union Landing

Union City 7 mi Free

City's first Filipino American History Month celebration

Unique & Unusual Halloween Events this weekend Oct 23–25

Fri23Oct Slash and Sip: Adult Pumpkin Carving at San Pedro Square MarketSan Jose

Sun25Oct Pleasanton Rotary Halloween Spirit RunPleasanton

Other Halloween categories near Castro Valley

Illustration of costumed clay children and a witch playing among pumpkins, hay bales and tents on an autumn lawn

Castro ValleyFamily-Friendly Fall Activities64 family events

Illustration of clay figures in costumes and a floating ghost at a Halloween party with a punch bowl and glowing pumpkins

Castro ValleyHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties21 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, jack o'lanterns and a black cat among bare trees at twilight

Castro ValleyHaunted Experiences13 haunted attractions

Illustration of a small character with arms raised on a stage with red curtains, glowing lanterns and a pumpkin audience

Castro ValleyHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment5 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events near Castro Valley

Castro Valley residents have over a dozen Halloween happenings to consider beyond local haunts. For a grand spectacle, many travel to Oakland's Autumn Lights Festival.

If you prefer a local crafting experience, consider a Pumpkin Porch Leaner Workshop in Pleasanton. These events, and many others, offer diverse ways to celebrate the season.

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