Halloween Events in Oakland
🎃 City Guide · CA · 2026 Season
Looking for Halloween events in Oakland? We’ve rounded up 22 verified Halloween events across Oakland for the 2026 season — haunted houses, parties, pumpkin patches, parades, and family fun, each with dates, tickets, and directions.
Top Halloween Events in Oakland for 2026
Parade
34th Annual Rockridge Halloween Parade
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Free Halloween parade through Oakland — floats, bands, and epic costumes.
Pumpkin Patch
Annual Pumpkin Festival at Mountain View Cemetery
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Oakland's go-to fall destination — pumpkins, kid zones, and autumn treats.
Family Event
Benioff Children's Hospital's Truck or Treat
FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE ENTRY
Kid-safe Halloween fun in Oakland — costumes, candy, and games, zero scares.
Zoo Event
Boo at the Zoo
FAMILY FRIENDLY TICKETED
A magical family Halloween night at the zoo — candy, lights, and animals.
Día de los Muertos
Dia de los Muertos Celebration at OMCA
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
A vibrant Día de los Muertos celebration in Oakland — ofrendas, music, and marigolds.
Día de los Muertos
Dia de los Muertos Family Fun Fest
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Honor and celebrate at Oakland's Day of the Dead festival, free and open to all.
Día de los Muertos
Dias de los Muertos: Arte de los Muertos
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
A vibrant Día de los Muertos celebration in Oakland — ofrendas, music, and marigolds.
Festival
Fairyland Fall Fest
FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE ENTRY
An all-day autumn celebration in Oakland with eats, entertainment, and costumes.
Haunted House
HOT & HAUNTED: Halloween Market Hangout
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Oakland with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Haunted House
Halloween Haunted Dreams and Nightmares Cruise
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
Oakland's must-visit haunt for 2026 — extreme scares for brave souls 13 and up.
Halloween Event
Halloween Iron Pour & Open House 2026
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Oakland — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Parade
Halloween Parade and Harvest Festival
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Oakland's signature Halloween street celebration, free for all ages.
Haunted House
Haunted Houseboat Halloween Party Cruise
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Oakland with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Halloween Party
House of Velvet: Halloween After Party
21+ ONLY TICKETED
The Halloween night-out in Oakland: themed party, costume contest, full bar.
Halloween Event
Oakland Chinatown's Trick or Treat Trail
ALL AGES TICKETED
Halloween fun in Oakland — seasonal event for the 2026 season.
Día de los Muertos
Oakland Dia de los Muertos Festival
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Honor and celebrate at Oakland's Day of the Dead festival, free and open to all.
Haunted House
Oakland's Haunted Hop 2026 Halloween Bar Crawl
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Oakland with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Family Event
Oakland's Trunk or Treat at the Lake
FAMILY FRIENDLY FREE ENTRY
A family-friendly Halloween celebration in Oakland perfect for little ones.
Parade
Piedmont Ave Halloween Parade & Trick-or-Treating
ALL AGES FREE ENTRY
Free Halloween parade through Oakland — floats, bands, and epic costumes.
Halloween Event
Tricks, Treats & Traditions
ALL AGES TICKETED
Part of Oakland's 2026 Halloween lineup — check details and plan your visit.
Haunted House
Piedmont Avenue Pumpkin Patch
13+ RECOMMENDED TICKETED
A premier haunted attraction in Oakland with intense scares, live actors, and cinematic sets.
Pumpkin Patch
Uptown Oakland Pumpkin Patch
FAMILY FRIENDLY PAID ADMISSION
Oakland's go-to fall destination — pumpkins, kid zones, and autumn treats.
💡 Local Tips for Halloween in Oakland
🎃 🎃 Book haunts on weeknights — Friday and Saturday crowds in Oakland are intense; Sunday–Thursday means shorter lines and often cheaper tickets.
🎃 🎃 Check dates before you drive — most Oakland Halloween events run select nights only; confirm the 2026 schedule on the event page first.
🎃 🎃 Layer up — October evenings in Oakland cool off fast; a jacket over your costume beats shivering in line.
🎃 🎃 Plan parking early — popular Oakland venues fill their lots by 8 PM on October weekends; rideshare or arrive early.
❓ Oakland Halloween FAQ
What are the best Halloween events in Oakland for 2026?
The top picks for 2026 include 34th Annual Rockridge Halloween Parade, Annual Pumpkin Festival at Mountain View Cemetery, Benioff Children's Hospital's Truck or Treat. Browse the full list above — every event includes dates, tickets, and directions.
When is trick-or-treat in Oakland in 2026?
Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, 2026, and most Oakland neighborhoods trick-or-treat that evening, roughly 6–9 PM. Check your city's official page for any local guidance.
Where can I find Oakland Halloween events near me?
Right here — this guide lists 22 verified Halloween events across Oakland for the 2026 season, each with full details, updated as organizers announce schedules.
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