Halloween Events Near Desert Hot Springs 2026
Your guide to the best Halloween events near Desert Hot Springs
Desert Hot Springs brings spooky season to life with haunted houses, trick or treat gatherings, and atmospheric ghost tours. Around the city’s recreation center and nearby Palm Drive neighborhoods, visitors can join spooky street festivals, pumpkin carving events, and costume activities beneath bright seasonal lights. Those chasing the biggest frights can seek out nighttime attractions, while families may prefer gentler community celebrations. The desert setting gives every autumn evening a distinctive feel, turning ordinary walks and local gatherings into memorable Halloween experiences.
Editor's Picks
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Howl-O-Ween at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
· Palm Desert
Trick-or-treat stations and fall festivities alongside more than 600 animals.
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Palm Springs Leather, Fetish & Fantasy Halloween Dance Party
· Palm Springs
Outdoor dance party featuring multiple DJs supporting LGBTQ charities.
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10th Annual Cathedral City Halloween Spooktacular
· Cathedral City
Trick-or-treating, costume contest, candy vendors, and bicycle giveaways.
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Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest 2026
· Cathedral City
Annual dog costume contest featuring small breed, large breed, and combo categories.
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Spooktacular Starry Night
· Palm Springs
Paint three whimsical ghosts floating across Van Gogh's iconic Starry Night.
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Strolling with My Boo
· Palm Springs
Step-by-step painting class where pairs can join two canvases together.
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Family-Friendly Fall Activities
Trick-or-treat stations and fall festivities alongside more than 600 animals.
Haunted Experiences
The largest Halloween music festival experience
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
Outdoor dance party featuring multiple DJs supporting LGBTQ charities.
Unique & Unusual Halloween Events
Paint three whimsical ghosts floating across Van Gogh's iconic Starry Night.
Desert Hot Springs Halloween Events Map
See every Halloween event, haunted attraction, and pumpkin patch on one map.
