Novato Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

12 unique & unusual Halloween events in Novato and nearby.

For those seeking thrills beyond Novato, consider the historical intrigue of the Point Richmond Haunted Halloween History Hike or the energetic atmosphere of the Mare Island Halloween Block Party.

If you prefer a local focus, explore other Halloween happenings nearby.

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 40 Trunk or Treat @ The Quest Novato

Free family trunk-or-treat with decorated cars, hot dogs, and costumed characters.

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Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 24 Fairmont Hotel San Francisco MEGA Halloween Party San Francisco

Five themed rooms and 10 DJs for a mega Halloween party

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Haunted Experiences

1 of 8 After Dark: Creepatorium San Francisco

Adults-only evening exploring fear science, live music, and a costume contest.

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Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 5 BATS Improv presents: Trick or Treat San Francisco

Audience suggestions inspire spooky improvised scenes and earn attendees candy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can we volunteer or participate in Halloween events in Novato instead of just attending?

Community events run on volunteers, and signing up transforms the season: host a trunk at a trunk-or-treat, judge a costume contest, staff a festival craft table, or join a parade group. Sign-ups post in September through schools, libraries, and neighborhood groups, and shifts are usually two or three hours, leaving time to enjoy the event. Volunteering is also the best free ticket in town.

What should we wear on a ghost tour in Novato?

Ghost tours are night walking tours, so dress for 60-90 minutes outdoors in October: real walking shoes for cobblestones and uneven sidewalks, a warm layer you'd want an hour after sunset, and rain gear when the sky is ambiguous, since most tours run in drizzle. Skip the flip-flops and the costume; hands-free is best for the dark stretches between stops.

How do we build a full Halloween day itinerary in Novato?

Stack by energy curve: daytime farm or market while everyone's fresh, a late-afternoon rest and food stop, then the evening event, tour, show, or haunt, as the finale. Keep drive legs under 30 minutes between stops, book only the evening portion as a timed ticket so the day can flex, and end the night close to home, not across town.

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