Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors
Five actors play nearly twenty characters in this fast-paced gothic comedy.
4 Halloween movies, theater, and entertainment near Pleasanton.
Pleasanton's Halloween season offers a spectrum of entertainment. For those seeking a grand, ticketed production, consider the San Francisco area's "Bewitching Broadway." If you'd prefer a more accessible, perhaps outdoor experience closer to home, explore local possibilities in surrounding towns.
Daily drawings for Harvey Bucks with talented artisans.
Spooky bar crawl featuring multiple venues, drink vouchers, and an after-party.
Two indoor haunted houses, live queue entertainment, and a horror boutique.
Guided two-hour walking tour of haunted downtown Main Street sites.
Explore all Halloween shows, performances, and entertainment nearby.
Libraries, parks departments, campuses, museums, and breweries all run October screenings that are free or under ten dollars, and they're published in early October on community calendars rather than movie apps. Free events are first-come seating, so arrive 30-plus minutes early with your own blanket or chairs. Quality tip: outdoor classics and family monster matinees are where the free tier shines.
The famous ones, Rocky Horror on Halloween weekend, cult classics at beloved theaters, immersive productions, sell out one to three weeks ahead, while ordinary horror screenings hold seats until showtime. Book anything on the two weekends before Halloween as soon as the calendar posts, and for reserved-seat houses, earlier booking means better rows at identical prices.
Movie theaters are the most reliable: wheelchair seating, captioning devices, and assisted listening are standard, request devices at the box office. Historic theaters and immersive venues vary, so ask about step-free routes, seating transfers, and whether the show requires standing or walking. Many venues run open-caption or sensory-friendly screenings monthly; October calendars usually include at least one horror title.