San Mateo Halloween Events 2026
Your guide to the best Halloween events in San Mateo and nearby
San Mateo transforms for Halloween 2026 near downtown and Bay Meadows with supernatural celebrations and macabre fun at well-known attractions.
Residents and visitors share ghost walks, costume festivities and pumpkin events including family-friendly markets and neighborhood haunt nights.
Editor's Picks
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Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
· Half Moon Bay
World pumpkin capital celebration featuring giant champion gourds and artisan crafts.
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Fairmont Hotel San Francisco MEGA Halloween Party
· San Francisco
Five themed rooms and 10 DJs for a mega Halloween party
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The Halloween Voyages
A festive, kid-free Halloween celebration at sea.
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San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl
· San Francisco
Includes drink specials and party buses across around 40 bars.
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Halloween for Families at Gamble Garden
· Palo Alto
Outdoor morning featuring a magic show, crafts, trivia, and treats.
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The Great Hauntway
· San Francisco
A community-powered, car-free Halloween celebration at the beach.
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Family-Friendly Fall Activities
World pumpkin capital celebration featuring giant champion gourds and artisan crafts.
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties
Five themed rooms and 10 DJs for a mega Halloween party
Haunted Experiences
A community-powered, car-free Halloween celebration at the beach.
Halloween Movies, Theater, and Entertainment
Dual-story ballet: Headless Horseman & Viva La Vida
Unique & Unusual Halloween Events
Growers compete for prizes with massive, Volkswagen-sized pumpkins.
Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about Halloween events and activities in San Mateo
- Free Family Halloween Event in San Mateo Area Published: Mon, Oct 12, 2026
- Symphony San Jose Presents Halloween Spooktacular Published: Wed, Oct 7, 2026
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