Unearth Santa Ana's Halloween horrors with our comprehensive event catalog. Our guide reveals Santa Ana's darkest corners to both native night owls and nocturnal newcomers.
Popular Events: Dive into the spine-chilling atmosphere of Knott’s Scary Farm, where frightful mazes and sinister displays transform the park into a Halloween nightmare. Featuring immersive experiences, Creep It Real OC offers family-friendly thrills with a unique blend of Halloween fun and local culture. And the Taste of Santa Ana – Dia de los Muertos Twist is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing vibrant altars and delicious offerings in a celebration of life and remembrance. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Halloween Events In and Around Santa Ana
- Knott’s Scary Farm (Buena Park)
- Creep It Real OC
- Boo at the Zoo
- The 17th Door (Buena Park)
- Taste of Santa Ana – Dia de los Muertos Twist
- Haunted OC’s Old Town Orange Ghost Walk (Orange)
- Haunted OC’s Black Star Canyon (Orange)
- Anaheim Town Square Halloween Event (Anaheim)
- Anaheim Plaza Trick or Treat (Anaheim)
- Spooky Seas (Dana Point)
See these and even more events listed below!
Santa Ana Area Haunted Experiences
The 17th Door
What to Expect:
An interactive, immersive experience with over 35 minutes of psychological terror.
Description:
The 17th Door is Orange County's most intense and terrifying haunted house, offering an immersive extreme haunt experience. Visitors navigate through 17 doors, encountering various scenes and scenarios that assault all senses, including claustrophobia, water tunnels, and shock therapy. The attraction is approximately 35 minutes long and includes an option to exit if the experience becomes too intense.
Where: Buena Park | More Info: The 17th Door
Haunted OC’s Old Town Orange Ghost Walk
What to Expect:
A leisurely stroll through Old Town Orange while hearing true ghost stories and learning about the town's haunted past.
Description:
Explore the haunted history of Old Town Orange with Haunted OC's ghost walk. Learn about restaurants where meals are served alongside the dead and visit the former Orange Undertaker’s Parlor. This 1.5-hour tour takes you through the streets of Old Town, filled with history, beauty, and the macabre.
Where: Orange | More Info: Haunted OC’s Old Town Orange Ghost Walk
Haunted OC’s Black Star Canyon
What to Expect:
A blend of natural scenery and historical/paranormal elements.
Description:
The Black Star Canyon Falls hike is a local classic in Orange County, California. This 7-mile moderate effort hike takes you through mellow country roads and then down into the dramatic Black Star Canyon along Black Star Creek. The scramble up the creek involves some steep sections and minor scrambles, but it is doable for almost anyone. The hike offers scenic views and a chance to explore the area's haunted history, including stories of the Tongva people and the Black Star Mine.
Where: Orange | More Info: Haunted OC’s Black Star Canyon
The Gershon Dungeon
What to Expect:
Immersive home haunt experience with practical effects and family-friendly options.
Description:
The Gershon Dungeon is one of the largest and longest running home haunts in Orange County, offering a unique walkthrough experience with practical effects, hidden doors, and rotating walls. It is a family-friendly event where children and their families can enjoy a monster-free walkthrough from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM each night. The event is free, with donations accepted, and attendees are asked to be considerate of neighbors and to pick up trash.
Where: Santa Ana | More Info: The Gershon Dungeon
Knott’s Scary Farm
What to Expect:
A fully transformed theme park with uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, offering an immersive and terrifying experience for all ages.
Description:
Knott’s Scary Farm is the longest-running and most haunting Halloween theme park event in Southern California, offering over 50 years of nightmares, unimaginable scares, and innovative thrills. The event features uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog. It is not recommended for children under 13, and all guests need to have their own paid admission ticket.
Where: Buena Park | More Info: Knott’s Scary Farm
Family-Friendly Fall Activities Near Santa Ana
Taste of Santa Ana – Dia de los Muertos Twist
What to Expect:
A Dia de los Muertos-themed culinary celebration with live music and traditional Mexican performances.
Description:
The 9th Annual Taste of Santa Ana – Dia de los Muertos Twist is a vibrant celebration honoring Orange County's diverse cultural heritage through food, music, and art. Attendees can sample unlimited dishes from over 30 top restaurants, food trucks, cafes, and breweries, all while enjoying live music and festive decorations.
Where: Santa Ana | More Info: Taste of Santa Ana – Dia de los Muertos Twist
Boo at the Zoo
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration in a zoo setting with various activities and encounters.
Description:
Boo at the Zoo is a family-friendly Halloween celebration at the Santa Ana Zoo. The event features trick-or-treating, lights and decorations, nocturnal animal encounters, a scavenger hunt, and rides (with ride tickets required). It takes place on October 19, 20, 26, and 27 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Ana | More Info: Boo at the Zoo
Anaheim Plaza Trick or Treat
What to Expect:
Trick-or-treating with the first 100 kids in costume receiving a goodie bag.
Description:
Join us at Anaheim Plaza for a fun-filled Halloween Treat Street event on October 19, 2024. Enjoy trick-or-treating throughout the center, with the first 100 kids in costume receiving a goodie bag. The event also features photo ops, a DJ, raffle prizes, and face painting.
Where: Anaheim | More Info: Anaheim Plaza Trick or Treat
Anaheim Town Square Halloween Event
What to Expect:
A Halloween celebration with trick-or-treating, face painting, and mesmerizing magic performances.
Description:
Anaheim Town Square's Spooktacular Halloween Celebration is a family-friendly event featuring trick-or-treating, face painting, and mesmerizing magic performances. Enjoy a candy extravaganza and Halloween-themed crafting activities in a festive atmosphere that promises to be an unforgettable Halloween experience for all ages.
Where: Anaheim | More Info: Anaheim Town Square Halloween Event
Trunk or Treat at Anaheim United
What to Expect:
A variety of family-friendly activities including bounce houses, cake walks, and a Halloween photo booth.
Description:
Join us for a spooktacular Trunk or Treat event at Anaheim United Methodist Church. Enjoy an afternoon of family-friendly Halloween fun with free raffles, games, and prizes. Let the kids bounce in our exciting bounce houses, participate in the cake walk, and show off their costumes in our contest. Explore the trunk-or-treat zone for candy, and grab some tasty food and drinks. Capture memories at the Halloween photo booth. This free event is open to all ages, so put on your spookiest costumes and join us for an unforgettable Halloween celebration!
Where: Anaheim | More Info: Trunk or Treat at Anaheim United
Fall Fest at Grace OC
What to Expect:
A fun-filled afternoon with family-friendly activities and seasonal celebrations.
Description:
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at Fall Fest 2024 Enjoy family-friendly activities and celebrate the fall season with friends and family. More information will be available soon.
Where: Anaheim | More Info: Fall Fest at Grace OC
Spooky Seas
What to Expect:
A haunted tall ship tour and bioluminescence laser tag activities.
Description:
Spooky Seas at the Ocean Institute is a family-friendly Halloween event celebrating the spooky season with activities like bioluminescence laser tag, a mad scientist laboratory, and a haunted tall ship tour. Visitors can participate in a costume contest, trick-or-treat throughout the night, and enjoy live music and apple cider during the Harbor Hayrides. The event offers something fun for the whole family to enjoy.
Where: Dana Point | More Info: Spooky Seas
Halloween Food, Drink, and Parties Near Santa Ana
HUNTINGTON BEACH HALLOWEEN BAR CRAWL - OCT 31st
What to Expect:
The all-access pass to over 10 bars and nightclubs, along with a comprehensive Halloween survival kit.
Description:
Join over 300 guests for the annual Halloween bar crawl in Huntington Beach. Come in costume and roam Main St, stopping in and out of over 10 bars and nightclubs with one all-access pass. The Halloween survival kit includes free welcome shot tickets, drink discount coupons, free nightclub entry passes, and a map to all participating bars, lounges, and nightclubs. Enjoy exclusive drink specials and a pre-party event at Fred's Mexican Cafe from 7pm to 10pm.
Where: Huntington Beach | More Info: HUNTINGTON BEACH HALLOWEEN BAR CRAWL - OCT 31st
It's Halloween... It's Halloween Charcuterie Class
What to Expect:
A guided charcuterie class where participants can learn to create spooky and delicious snacks perfect for any Halloween party.
Description:
Join us for a spooktacular afternoon at Broken Timbers Brewing Company in Placentia. Learn how to create a creepy and delicious charcuterie board with expert instructor Karla from Cha Cha Cuterie Board. This fun and interactive event is perfect for anyone looking to impress their guests at any Halloween party.
Where: Placentia | More Info: It's Halloween... It's Halloween Charcuterie Class
Other Halloween Activities Near Santa Ana
Creep It Real OC
What to Expect:
A blend of nostalgic and creepy activities in an outdoor setting with live music and local vendors.
Description:
Creep It Real OC is Orange County's largest Halloween festival, celebrating the spooky, creepy, and campy fun of nostalgia. The event features a variety of local vendors showcasing original works and licensed merchandise, live music, and delicious food trucks. Attendees can participate in a scavenger hunt, explore a walk-through museum of nostalgia, and meet celebrities from The Nightmare Before Christmas. The festival also includes a lively creature walk and continuous entertainment from artists and DJs.
Where: Santa Ana | More Info: Creep It Real OC
Halloween Pinball Tournament
What to Expect:
A Halloween-themed pinball tournament with classic and current games and exciting prizes.
Description:
Join us at Asylum Brewing for a spooktacular Halloween Pinball Tournament Test your skills on a variety of classic and current Halloween-themed pinball machines. Compete against fellow enthusiasts in a friendly competition filled with thrilling games and exciting prizes. Dress up in your best Halloween costume and get ready to flip those flippers!
Where: Anaheim | More Info: Halloween Pinball Tournament
HALLOWEEN BINGO
What to Expect:
A Halloween-themed bingo night hosted by drag performers.
Description:
Join Irvine United Congregational Church for a spooky and fun Halloween Bingo event hosted by Cucu Chanel and her Drag Queen Divas. This popular bingo night features great prizes, performances, and food and drink options. Come dressed in your best Halloween costume and enjoy an evening of games and entertainment.