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Santa Cruz's Halloween 2025 centers on the Boardwalk and downtown with eerie celebrations and frightful festivities by the sea. Events feature ghost story nights, seasonal markets, and haunted experiences blending seaside fun with spooky moments.
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Top Halloween In and Around Santa Cruz
- Downtown Santa Cruz Harvest Festival
- Santa Cruz Wharf Trick-or-Treating
- Halloween at the Boardwalk
- Museum of the Macabre Halloween Party
- Thomas & Percy's Halloween Party Train Ride (Felton)
- Rodoni Farms Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze
- Creepy Crawly Watercolor Class
- Felton Farmers Market Pumpkin Decorating Bonanza (Felton)
- Scotts Valley Haunted House (Scotts Valley)
- Winchester Mystery House: Unhinged - Nightshade's Curse (San Jose)
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Santa Cruz Halloween
Santa Cruz Family-Friendly Fall Activities
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Get ready for a celebration of autumn's abundance at the first annual Harvest Festival! Enjoy a day filled with fun, food, and festivities under the crisp fall sky. This family-friendly event brings together a wide variety of local performers, artisans, food vendors, farm stands, classic carnival games and crafts.
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Little witches, goblins, ghosts, and superheroes can enjoy a delightful trick-or-treating experience on the beautiful Santa Cruz Wharf. Stroll along the wharf, visit favorite businesses for sweet surprises, and meet special guests offering candy and photo opportunities. Don't miss the Great Pumpkin Hunt trivia game for a chance to win prizes!
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Celebrate Halloween at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk with a day of festive fun. Enjoy trick-or-treating from 12-7pm, where a special package includes a candy bag and a $10 MyBoardwalk Card for games. Show off your costume in the contest for a chance to win prizes, or dare to enter the Fright Walk for a thrilling experience.
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All aboard for a spooktacular adventure with Thomas and Percy! This special Halloween Party Train Ride offers a delightful experience for the whole family. Enjoy a festive journey filled with Halloween spirit and fun activities, making it a memorable autumn outing.
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Rodoni Farms invites visitors to its annual pumpkin patch and corn maze, set against the stunning backdrop of the California coast. Roam through fields to select the perfect pumpkin and challenge yourself in their 5-acre corn maze, redesigned each year for a fresh adventure. This family-run farm offers a genuine taste of autumn.
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Celebrate the harvest season at the Felton Farmers Market's annual Pumpkin Decorating Bonanza! This beloved tradition invites kids and adults to get creative with pumpkins, transforming them with veggies, string, and more. Enjoy seasonal treats, live music, and explore a bounty of fresh, local produce and artisanal goods.
Santa Cruz Haunted Experiences
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Step into the Museum of the Macabre for a thrilling 21+ Halloween party, 'Creatures of the Night.' The museum transforms into a haunted house, showcasing bone-chilling taxidermy that inspired classic movie monsters. Explore the natural history of cryptids, enjoy themed cocktails and beer, and compete in a costume contest. Live animals, a DJ, a 3D photo booth, and an outdoor screening of 'Twilight' add to the spooky festivities.
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Prepare for a night of spine-chilling terror at the Scotts Valley Haunted House. This attraction promises an immersive and frightening experience with meticulously crafted themed rooms, designed to push your limits. Encounter heart-pounding jump scares and unsettling soundscapes that will keep you on edge from start to finish. It's a must-visit for thrill-seekers looking for an unforgettable Halloween scare.
Santa Cruz Other Halloween Activities
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Unleash your inner artist at this unique watercolor class inspired by the wonders of entomology. Learn to capture the intricate details of insects and other fascinating 'creepy crawlies' using watercolor techniques. This engaging workshop blends art with science, offering a creative way to explore the natural world.
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