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Randall Museum Family Halloween Day
Annual family Halloween celebration with free admission.
About
Join the Randall Museum for their annual Family Halloween Day, a festive celebration filled with Halloween delights and monster mischief. This event offers a variety of games, crafts, and activities for little monsters of all ages. Attendees are encouraged to come in costume for a chance to win prizes. Live entertainment will be provided by the Luke Schwartz Trio and Brian Scott Magic, adding to the spooky fun.
Our Take
Scare Factor
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and playful
Energy Level
Low to medium
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low (mostly indoor activities)
Special Events & Promotions
- Free admission
- Free & low-cost activities
- Costume prizes
- Live entertainment
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We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.
Location
Event Details
Pricing
FREE
Duration
4 hours
Ages
Infant – 12 and their families (children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult)
Neighborhood
Corona Heights
Timed Entry
No
Featured Performers
- Luke Schwartz Trio
- Brian Scott Magic
Organizer
Randall Museum
Practical Information
Parking
Free parking is available in our moderate-sized lot and on nearby States Street and Roosevelt Way. As the lot may fill quickly on busy Saturdays and during all special events, and to conserve resources, carpooling is always strongly encouraged.
Accessibility
The museum’s main floor (including the grounds, lobby, deck, animal exhibit, restrooms, theater, and art studio) is wheelchair accessible; other floors are accessible via elevator. For inquiries regarding wheelchair access, disability sensitivity, real time captioning, TTY machines, assistive listening devices, sign language interpretation, Braille, large print, amplified phones, and other accommodations, visitors should contact Lucas Tobin, SF Recreation & Parks’ ADA Coordinator, at (415) 206-1229 or at lucas.tobin@sfgov.org.
Pet Policy
No pets allowed (service/support animals allowed except in the live animal exhibit)
Food & Drink
Activity tickets sold on site (implies low-cost options available)
Quick Actions
Tips & Advice
- Parking is extremely limited; consider using public transportation or carpooling to make your arrival smoother.
- Arrive early to maximize your enjoyment of the games, crafts, and live entertainment before the event concludes at 2 pm.
- Dress up in your best costume for a chance to win prizes and fully immerse yourself in the festive Halloween spirit.
- While admission is free, activity tickets are sold on-site, so budget accordingly for games, crafts, and other special activities.
- Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult, so plan your visit with a guardian if you are bringing younger children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Randall Museum?
The Randall Museum is a San Francisco Recreation and Park Department community learning center and a treasured family museum. Offering fun activities for children, teens, and adults alike, the Randall Museum promotes exploration of art and science in a natural setting right in the heart of the City.
What are the Museum's Hours of Operation?
Randall Museum is open 10 am – 5 pm, Tuesday – Saturday.
Is there an Admission Fee?
No. To encourage community access, the Randall Museum charges no admission fee, and offers fun family friendly activities for free or at low cost. Donations are encouraged.
What can my Family do at the Randall Museum?
There’s something to do every day at the Randall Museum. Filled with interactive exhibits, dynamic habitat-based animal enclosures, science and art studios, and learning stations throughout the museum, there’s plenty of family fun and learning to be had. Visitors can sign up for classes, drop-in on Saturday art and science workshops, or chose to attend a variety of lectures, talks, and demonstrations from our community partners.
Are Pets Allowed at the Randall Museum?
No, pets are not permitted in the museum building or anywhere within the fenced yard of the museum grounds. However, service/support animals are allowed except in the live animal exhibit.
