Palo Alto Halloween Events 2026
Your guide to the best Halloween events in Palo Alto and nearby
Palo Alto brings Halloween 2026 to the historic district with ghost story nights and seasonal markets around University Avenue.
Expect ghost story nights, seasonal markets and haunted experiences that blend college-town energy with refined autumn festivities.
Editor's Picks
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Halloween for Families at Gamble Garden
Outdoor morning featuring a magic show, crafts, trivia, and treats.
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Great Glass Pumpkin Patch 2026
Over 10,000 handcrafted glass pumpkins, live glassblowing, and family activities.
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Harvest Social
Relaxed fall open house with drinks, light bites, and garden wandering
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Halloween Tea
Seasonal tea party with spooky snacks in the historic Main House.
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Winchester Mystery House Tours
· San Jose
Explore a 160-room mansion with baffling architecture and a mysterious history.
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Fear Overload Scream Park
· Newark
Two indoor haunted houses, live queue entertainment, and a horror boutique.
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Family-Friendly Fall Activities
Outdoor morning featuring a magic show, crafts, trivia, and treats.
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
Relaxed fall open house with drinks, light bites, and garden wandering
Haunted Experiences
Two indoor haunted houses, live queue entertainment, and a horror boutique.
Halloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment
Dual-story ballet: Headless Horseman & Viva La Vida
Unique & Unusual Halloween Events
Explore a 160-room mansion with baffling architecture and a mysterious history.
Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about Halloween events and activities in Palo Alto
- Boo Bash Halloween Event in Palo Alto Area Published: Mon, Oct 12, 2026
- Halloween Bash at Concannon Published: Fri, Oct 9, 2026
Palo Alto Halloween Events Map
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