Illustration of clay kid characters, paper bats, cotton ghosts and pumpkins on a craft table with paint pots and bunting (Encinitas Safe Trick-or-Treat 2026)

Encinitas Safe Trick-or-Treat 2026

Visitors can trick-or-treat at participating local shops and restaurants throughout downtown. Guests can listen to live music in The Lumberyard Courtyard and participate in kids games hosted by the 101 Artists Colony. Families can also stop by the Pacific View Arts Center for arts activities and view a large pumpkin display outside the Self Realization Fellowship bookstore.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

encinitas101.com

When

Hours

5:00 PM–8:00 PM.

Neighborhood

Downtown Encinitas

Parking

Families may park in the Pacific View Arts Center lot for free for the evening.

Going?

Location

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101 South Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA, 92024 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and community-focused

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Families can park for free for the evening in the Pacific View Arts Center lot.
  • Look for the large pumpkin display located at K St and 101 in front of the Self Realization Fellowship bookstore.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Pacific View Arts Center will host free arts activities for families.
  • Families can park in the Pacific View Arts Center lot for free for the evening.

Links & Contact

Run by Encinitas 101 MainStreet Association

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Frequently Asked Questions

What activities are available for children and families?

Children can trick-or-treat at local shops, play games organized by the 101 Artists Colony, and join free arts activities at the Pacific View Arts Center.

Where is the live music located?

Live music is held in The Lumberyard Courtyard.

Where can visitors find the pumpkin display?

A large pumpkin display is set up outside the Self Realization Fellowship bookstore at K St and 101.

Where is event parking available?

Families are permitted to park for free for the evening in the Pacific View Arts Center parking lot.

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