Union City Unique & Unusual Halloween Events 2026

13 unique & unusual Halloween events in Union City and nearby.

As the autumn air grows crisp, Union City hosts and nearby towns feature Halloween celebrations. From dazzling light displays like the Autumn Lights Festival to family-friendly activities, there are many ways to mark the season.

Consider the Sama-Sama Fest at Union Landing for a local highlight, or venture a short drive to the San Jose Día de los Muertos Celebration for a different cultural experience. This selection offers indoor and outdoor events, with some geared towards adults and others suitable for all.

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Family-Friendly Fall Activities

1 of 55 Cupertino Monster Mash Halloween Bash Cupertino

Outdoor kids Halloween party with trick-or-treating, games, and pumpkin decorating.

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Food, Drink, and Parties

1 of 29 San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl San Francisco

Includes drink specials and party buses across around 40 bars.

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Haunted Experiences

1 of 13 Fear Overload Scream Park Newark

Two indoor haunted houses, live queue entertainment, and a horror boutique.

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Movies, Theater, and Entertainment

1 of 4 Dracula: A Dance Between Love and Darkness Mountain View

Haunting Dracula ballet performed by the HaoExpression Dance Company.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How should we dress for October outdoor events in Union City?

October is the swing month: afternoon events can be warm while anything after sunset drops fast, so the answer is always layers, base, zip layer, packable shell, plus closed shoes for grass and gravel venues. Toss gloves and a beanie in the bag after mid-October for night tours and outdoor screenings. Check the hourly forecast at event time, not the daily high.

How do we plan around lantern parades and night processions in Union City?

Stake out the route, not the staging area: arrive 30-45 minutes early at a mid-route spot with a wall or storefront at your back for kids' sightlines. Bring your own lantern or glow items only if the event invites it. Transit beats driving, since road closures wrap the route, and know the dispersal point so your group reunites after the crowd releases.

How can we volunteer or participate in Halloween events in Union City instead of just attending?

Community events run on volunteers, and signing up transforms the season: host a trunk at a trunk-or-treat, judge a costume contest, staff a festival craft table, or join a parade group. Sign-ups post in September through schools, libraries, and neighborhood groups, and shifts are usually two or three hours, leaving time to enjoy the event. Volunteering is also the best free ticket in town.

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