Two cartoon children dressed in Halloween costumes, a boy in a gnome outfit and a girl dressed as a witch, walk down a street decorated with pumpkins. The girl holds a carved pumpkin with a spooky face.
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Surf City Spooktacular

Main Street transformed into a Halloween extravaganza

About

Get ready for a spook-tacular Halloween celebration in Downtown Huntington Beach! This family-friendly event transforms Main Street into a thrilling extravaganza with trick-or-treating, a 'Monster March' parade, and a costume contest. Meet local heroes and support a good cause by riding the 'Boo Wave'.

Our Take

Scare Factor

👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families and children

Vibe

Festive and spooky

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

FREE

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Special Events & Promotions

  • Meet & Greet with HB Fire Department, HB Police Department, Marine Safety, and Republic Services.
  • Hang Ten on the Boo Wave Benefitting Waymakers.

Tags

halloween festivaltrick or treathalloween paradecostume contestfamily friendlycommunity event

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Location

Huntington Beach, CA

Event Details

Duration

3 hours

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Huntington Beach

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District

Practical Information

Pet Policy

No pets allowed

Food & Drink

Participating businesses offer treats during trick-or-treat hours.

Quick Actions

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive early to find parking, as Main Street can get crowded for popular events.
  • Bring a reusable bag for trick-or-treating to collect all your goodies.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress in layers, as coastal evenings can be cool.
  • Familiarize yourself with the 'Monster March' route beforehand to get a good viewing spot.
  • Consider walking or using ride-sharing services if you plan to enjoy the evening festivities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Huntington Beach Downtown Business Improvement District (HBDBID)?

The HBDBID is an organization comprised of downtown Huntington Beach businesses dedicated to improving the economic business environment through marketing, safety, maintenance, tourism, parking, and special events.

How can I learn more about Surf City Nights?

Surf City Nights is a Certified Farmers Market held on Tuesdays from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Main Street. More information and vendor applications can be found on their dedicated page.

How are annual fees for BID members calculated?

Annual fees are calculated by the Board of Directors and may be modified once a fiscal year with the approval of the Huntington Beach City Council.

What do the BID assessment fees go towards?

The assessment fees collected are applied towards the improvement of the economic business environment of downtown Huntington Beach, covering marketing, safety, maintenance, tourism, parking, and special events.

How can I report graffiti downtown?

You can report graffiti by calling 714.960.8861 or by using the My HB app.

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Nov 11, 2025
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Halloween Events Near Me editorial team

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