Unique & Unusual Halloween Events Near Merced 2026

3 unique & unusual Halloween events near Merced

Illustration of a candlelit Halloween dinner table with small pumpkins, black cauldron bowls and a friendly ghost nearby (Mystery at Kearney Mansion)

Mystery at Kearney Mansion

Oct 22 – Oct 25

Fresno 50 mi $$$

Interactive murder mystery paired with a five-course grazing menu.

Illustration of small clay figures in costumes and ghosts painting pumpkins at a long table under bunting at dusk (Make Your Own Glass Pumpkin Workshop)

Make Your Own Glass Pumpkin Workshop

Oct 15 – Nov 14

Fresno 57 mi $$$

Work one-on-one with an instructor to blow a custom glass pumpkin.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Northern California Renaissance Faire - Halloween Fantasy Weekend)

Northern California Renaissance Faire - Halloween Fantasy Weekend

Hollister 54 mi $$

Immersive Renaissance Faire with Halloween Fantasy and Oktoberfest themed weekends.

Other Halloween categories near Merced

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

MercedFamily-Friendly Fall Activities24 family events

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

MercedHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties13 parties & tastings

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

MercedHaunted Experiences6 haunted attractions

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

MercedHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment4 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events near Merced

This Halloween season, events span Merced County and nearby towns. From large-scale attractions a short drive away to more intimate local happenings.

If you want a grander experience, consider events in Hollister or Modesto. For those seeking something closer to home or free, explore other nearby possibilities.

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