Halloween is just around the corner, and Sacramento is ready to celebrate with a variety of local events! Perfect for all members of every family, check out our curated list of Sacramento’s best Halloween activities:
1. Trick or Treat at the Sacramento Children's Museum
Date: October 31st, 2023
Location: Sacramento Children's Museum
Bring your little ghouls and goblins to the Sacramento Children's Museum for an evening of trick-or-treating. At this free event, your little ones can expect free candy giveaways, toys, special guests, games, and crafts.
2. Kid's Costume Contest at the Amphitheater
Date: October 28th, 2023
Location: Historic Folsom Amphitheater
It’s time to let the kiddos flaunt their stuff at the Historic Folsom Amphitheater’s annual costume contest. This spooktacular event is split into five different age groups and requires a $5 entry fee. If you love to dress to impress, sign-up today!
3. Kid-Cuterie Halloween Workshop
Date: October 22nd, 2023
Location: Vintage Soul in Old Town Elk Grove
Unleash your inner chef at the Kid-Cuterie Halloween Workshop in Old Town Elk Grove. At this class, you’ll create spooky and delicious treats while learning some kitchen skills. It's a hands-on, flavorful Halloween experience!
4. 2023 Winters Spooktacular Fun Run and Costume Contest
Date: October 29th, 2023
Location: Rotary Park
Get active and celebrate Halloween at the 2023 Winters Spooktacular Fun Run. Dress up in your best costume and tie your running shoes, because this fun run/costume contest is sure to be a blast. With distances ranging from a 1-Mile Monster Dash to a 10K, get out and enjoy the Sacramento air with this family-friendly activity.
5. Paints and Pints Halloween Session | Family Friendly!
Date: October 18th, 2023
Location: Porchlight Brewing Co.
Combine creativity and tasty drinks at the Paints and Pints Halloween event. This evening features a family-friendly painting session while sipping on delightful beverages (non-alcoholic options, of course). Make sure to snag your tickets soon!
6. Safe & Super Halloween
Date: October 14th, 2023
Location: Fairytale Town
Fairytale Town is throwing their 37th annual Halloween extravaganza for the whole family. It’s the perfect place to practice your trick-or-treating techniques before the big night—featuring treat stations, a costume parade, hand-on activities, and lots of spooky fun!
7. Dark Chocolate Covered Apples Workshop
Date: October 26th, 2023
Location: Davis Food Co-op Teaching Kitchen
In this family-friendly workshop, kids will have a blast dipping apples in dark chocolate and decorating them with all sorts of spooky toppings. It's a sweet Halloween treat-making adventure that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Make this Halloween season a memorable one by participating in these exciting family-friendly events across Sacramento. Whether it's trick-or-treating, costume contests, or creative workshops, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
And if you’re on the hunt for more local activities, make sure to check out other blogs for all-things Sacramento.
Happy Halloween! 🎃
