Riverside Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

15 unique & unusual Halloween events in Riverside and nearby

Riverside Ghost Tour

Riverside

Walking tour exploring downtown Riverside's darkest history, legends, and haunted landmarks.

Illustration of friendly ghosts on small town rooftops with pumpkins and glowing windows as two witches fly past a full moon (Whoo’s on The Fall Pumpkin?)

Whoo’s on The Fall Pumpkin?

Thu, Oct 1

Claremont 21 mi $$$

Beginner-friendly paint and sip night hosted at a local winery.

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Halloween Wreath-Making Workshop: Orange & Black)

Halloween Wreath-Making Workshop: Orange & Black

Tue, Oct 6

Upland 20 mi $$$

Craft a custom deco mesh Halloween wreath with ribbons at a brewery.

Illustration of clay skeleton figures in folk outfits by an altar with lit candles, orange marigolds and paper banners (Día de los Muertos Celebration at Forest Lawn Covina Hills)

Día de los Muertos Celebration at Forest Lawn Covina Hills

Sun, Nov 1

Covina 27 mi

In-person community celebration honoring Día de los Muertos.

Illustration of a Halloween town at night with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (The Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off)

The Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off

Sat, Sep 19

Orange 25 mi

Growers compete for cash prizes with massive, forklift-handled giant pumpkins.

Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (Enchanted Autumn Evening)

Enchanted Autumn Evening

Tue, Oct 6

Rancho Santa Margarita 27 mi $$$

Step-by-step guided painting of lanterns and fireflies on black canvas.

Illustration of tiny clay musicians playing on a hay stage among pumpkins, bunting and striped booths in autumn (Driving Hope Home - Community Car Show & Fall Festival)

Driving Hope Home - Community Car Show & Fall Festival

Sat, Oct 3

Placentia 29 mi $$

Community car show and fall festival with games, food, and activities.

Illustration of three costumed clay children and little ghosts at a table with pumpkins and decorated cookies in autumn light (Van Gogh's Starry Night Halloween Painting Event)

Van Gogh's Starry Night Halloween Painting Event

Sat, Oct 17

Rancho Santa Margarita 27 mi $$$

Van Gogh-inspired Halloween paint and sip class in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Illustration of glowing carved jack o'lanterns, candles, and small figures with tools on a wooden table under string lights (Succulent Pumpkin Workshop)

Succulent Pumpkin Workshop

Wed, Oct 7

Yorba Linda 27 mi $$$

Craft a succulent pumpkin arrangement with provided materials and charcuterie.

Ghosty Date Night

Sat, Oct 3

Rancho Santa Margarita 27 mi $$$

Step-by-step guided paint-and-sip session with optional custom candle making.

Illustration of a Halloween town at dusk with glowing houses, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch flying past a full moon (Under the Witching Moon)

Under the Witching Moon

Wed, Oct 14

Rancho Santa Margarita 27 mi $$$

Step-by-step guided paint-and-sip night with an optional custom candle-making add-on.

Illustration of a clay altar with candles and marigolds, skull decorations and small dancing figures under paper banners (Beaumont Dia de los Muertos Celebration)

Beaumont Dia de los Muertos Celebration

Beaumont 24 mi Free

Community ofrenda for pets and loved ones

Illustration of two friendly ghosts in a cozy puzzle room with a wooden desk, bookshelves, a tall clock and small pumpkins (Blood Thirst Escape Room)

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Blood Thirst Escape Room

Pomona 24 mi $$$

Immersive 'Blood Thirst' escape room experience

Illustration of a Halloween town at twilight with glowing houses, jack o lanterns, ghosts, and a witch flying past the moon (Halloween Havoc Tournament)

Halloween Havoc Tournament

Corona 11 mi $$

Youth basketball tournament with multiple divisions and awards

Bones & Roses Paint Nite

Upland 20 mi $$$

Paint a 'Bones & Roses' masterpiece with craft beer

Other Halloween categories in Riverside

Illustration of two small costumed children and a witch among pumpkins, hay bales and autumn trees on a sunny lawn

RiversideFamily-Friendly Fall Activities44 family events

Illustration of a Halloween party at dusk with a ghost above string lights, two witches by a table, and glowing pumpkins

RiversideHalloween Food, Drink, and Parties11 parties & tastings

Illustration of a small haunted cottage with glowing windows, ghosts, pumpkins and a black cat under a big pale moon

RiversideHaunted Experiences17 haunted attractions

Illustration of a small ghost and a jack-o'-lantern performing on a stage with red curtains, watched by a crowd at dusk

RiversideHalloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment2 shows & screenings

About Unique & Unusual Halloween Events in Riverside

Riverside hosts numerous Halloween events, from the expansive Día de los Muertos Celebration at Forest Lawn Covina Hills to the local Haunted Riverside Ghost Tour.

Families may find attractions like the Halloween Hop in La Verne, while others can explore unique experiences such as the Succulent Pumpkin Workshop in Yorba Linda.

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