Scarecrow Festival — Costa Mesa, CA

Scarecrow Festival — Event Details

📍 Venue: Lions Park Event Lawn — 1845 Park Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
📅 Dates: Saturday, October 10, 2026
🕐 Hours: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM
🎫 Price: Free
👶 Ages: All ages
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: See official event page

🎃 Local Insight Ratings

Best for: Everyone — the classic all-day October outing.

💡 Know Before You Go

🎃 Designate a meetup spot — cell service gets spotty in big festival crowds.

🎃 Arrive before noon — parking and popular food lines get rough by mid-afternoon.

🎃 Bring cash and card — some vendors are cash-only, others card-only; cover both.

🎃 Check the schedule — headliners, costume contests, and parades-within-the-festival have set times.

🎃 Wear layers and comfy shoes — you’ll be walking all day and October weather swings.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When is Scarecrow Festival?
Scarecrow Festival takes place Saturday, October 10, 2026. Gates, music schedules, and special events are listed on the official page.

Is admission free?
Free. Rides, games, and food are typically pay-as-you-go.

Can I bring my dog?
Policies vary by festival — service animals are always welcome; pet rules are on the official site.