Chico Family-Friendly Fall Activities 2026

4 family-friendly fall activities in Chico and nearby.

This Halloween, find family entertainment across Chico and nearby towns. From downtown's popular Treat Street to outdoor movie screenings, there's a local celebration planned.

Consider a movie night in the park, or a family-friendly dance. For those willing to drive a bit, events in Wheatland and Orland are also available.

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Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 1 Do The Halloween Pub Crawl in Chico Chico

Self-guided bar crawl featuring smartphone games, contests, and drink specials.

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Haunted Experiences

1 of 3 Haunted Maze Orland

Ten-acre corn maze with live actors, haunted scenes, and chainsaws.

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Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 2 Little Shop of Horrors Chico

A shy flower-shop employee discovers an extraordinary plant with unusual appetites.

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Unique & Unusual

1 of 3 Halloween Slam Volleyball Tournament Chico

Coed adult indoor volleyball tournament where festive costumes are encouraged.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do we prep for a corn maze with kids in Chico?

Closed shoes that can get dirty, water, and a bathroom stop before entering are the big three. Pick the short family maze over the flagship one for under-8s; a full maze runs 45-90 minutes and patience dies at minute 30. Photograph the maze map at the entrance, agree that kids stay within arm's reach at junctions, and go before dusk on your first trip.

Which weekend is best for family Halloween events in Chico?

The first weekend of October has full activities and the thinnest crowds; the two weekends before Halloween are wall-to-wall wagons. If you want the buzz, go peak; if you want photos without strangers in them, go early. Late September often means opening deals. For trunk-or-treats and costume parades, the weekend before Halloween is usually the only option, so book patches around it.

Are hayrides at Chico farms okay for babies and toddlers?

Daytime, non-spooky hayrides are generally fine from infancy if a lap adult holds the child the whole ride; wagons bounce hard over field ruts. Sit toward the center, away from wheel edges, and skip rides where kids sit on loose hay bales without sides. Evening "haunted" versions with actors are a different product, so check which one you're queueing for.

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