100+ Things to Do in Orange County in October 2026: Events, Festivals, Fall Fun & Halloween
Looking for Orange County October events in 2026? We’ve rounded up 100+ things to do and growing, including fall festivals, Halloween attractions, pumpkin patches, concerts, food and wine experiences, family activities, sporting events, art, coastal events and community celebrations throughout Anaheim, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Santa Ana, San Juan Capistrano and communities across OC.
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October 1–4
Midnight Market – Halloween Boutique at Roger’s Gardens
Date: Oct 1–31, 2026
Location: Corona del Mar
Shop Roger’s Gardens’ Halloween boutique for atmospheric seasonal décor, gifts and dramatic fall displays.
Oktoberfest at Old World
Date: Sep 12–Nov 8, 2026
Location: Huntington Beach
Raise a stein at Old World’s long-running Oktoberfest with German food, music, dancing and seasonal celebrations.
Best Trick-or-Treat Events in Orange County
Date: Sep 24–Oct 31, 2026
Location: Orange County
Use this countywide roundup to find family-friendly trick-or-treat events, festivals and Halloween celebrations.
Oogie Boogie Bash VIP Tour
Date: Oct 1–31, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Experience Oogie Boogie Bash with a private Disney VIP Tour Guide, expedited access and special Halloween extras.
Best Pumpkin Patches in Orange County
Date: Oct 1–31, 2026
Location: Orange County
Find pumpkin patches, family activities and fall festival experiences happening throughout Orange County.
Brides of Dracula Tea
Date: Oct 1–31, 2026
Location: Anaheim Hills
Step into a gothic Halloween tea experience with themed atmosphere, tea service, cocktails and seasonal drama.
Día de los Muertos Four-Hands Dinner
Date: Oct 1, 2026
Location: Dana Point
Enjoy a Coastal-Latin four-hands dinner inspired by Día de los Muertos, memory, tradition and seasonal flavors.
19 Best Haunted Houses
Date: Oct 1–31, 2026
Location: Orange County
Explore a countywide collection of haunted houses, ticketed attractions and immersive Halloween scares.
Orange County Whiskey Festival
Date: Oct 1, 2026
Location: Irvine
Sample whiskey and other spirits from a variety of distilleries and regions during this Irvine tasting event.
Knott’s Scary Farm
Date: Oct 1–31, 2026
Location: Buena Park
Spend a night at Knott’s Scary Farm with haunted mazes, scare zones, live entertainment and seasonal thrills.
First Thursdays Art Walk
Date: Oct 1, 2026
Location: Laguna Beach
Explore Laguna Beach galleries, artist demonstrations, museum programming and evening art receptions.
Taste of Laguna Food & Music Festival
Date: Oct 1, 2026
Location: Laguna Beach
Taste bites from Orange County restaurants and chefs while enjoying live music at the Festival of Arts grounds.
Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour
Date: Oct 1, 2026
Location: Anaheim
See music and characters from three Disney franchises come together for a live arena concert at Honda Center.
Ghost Tour: Haunted Tales After Dark
Date: Oct 1–31, 2026
Location: Laguna Beach
Discover Laguna Beach’s haunted history, local legends and seaside stories on a guided evening ghost tour.
Pacific Airshow 2026
Date: Oct 2–4, 2026
Location: Huntington Beach
Watch military jets, aerobatic teams and parachute demonstrations during three days of beachfront airshow action.
Tustin Tiller Days 2026
Date: Oct 2–4, 2026
Location: Tustin
Enjoy carnival rides, live music, contests, vendors, food and community traditions at this longtime Tustin festival.
Downtown Fullerton Art Walk
Date: Oct 2, 2026
Location: Fullerton
Stroll downtown for galleries, live art, pop-ups, music, poetry and local creative vendors.
RELISH Opening Night Cocktail Party
Date: Oct 2, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Kick off RELISH with chef-driven bites, handcrafted cocktails, premium wines and coastal culinary experiences.
Art Happy Hour: Summer Fridays
Date: Oct 2, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Spend Friday evening at Langson OCMA with art, a hands-on activity and a custom cocktail or mocktail.
The Hunter & Harvest Wine Dinner
Date: Oct 2, 2026
Location: Laguna Beach
Celebrate fall beside the Pacific with a harvest-inspired multi-course wine dinner at Surf & Sand Resort.
Big Ocean x The Source OC Fan Meeting
Date: Oct 2, 2026
Location: Buena Park
Meet K-pop trio Big Ocean during a special fan-meeting stop at The Source OC.
Donnie Darko
Date: Oct 2–4, 2026
Location: Orange County
Catch the cult classic back on the big screen at select Orange County theaters for a limited run.
Saddleback Big Band: Duke Ellington & Count Basie
Date: Oct 2, 2026
Location: Mission Viejo
Hear classic big-band favorites celebrating the music of Duke Ellington and Count Basie.
Thomas Rhett: The Soundtrack to Life Tour
Date: Oct 2, 2026
Location: Anaheim
See country star Thomas Rhett bring his arena tour to Honda Center.
The Phantom Tavern: Haunted Speakeasy
Date: Oct 2–31, 2026
Location: Huntington Beach
Enter a 21+ haunted speakeasy with cocktails, live actors, interactive rooms and a vintage Halloween story.
Beach Cleanup at San Clemente Pier
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: San Clemente
Help protect the coastline during a community beach cleanup at San Clemente Pier.
Birding Walk at Mile Square
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: Fountain Valley
Join a guided walk through Mile Square Regional Park and look for local and migrating birds.
Pacific Airshow Viewing on the Ocean Lawn at Paséa
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: Huntington Beach
Watch the Pacific Airshow from an oceanfront lawn with live airshow audio, food and drinks.
Reptile Super Show
Date: Oct 3–4, 2026
Location: Anaheim
See snakes, lizards, frogs and exotic pets while learning about reptile care and conservation.
Festival of the Butterflies
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: San Juan Capistrano
Celebrate butterflies and pollinators with native plants, live music, kids’ activities, food and local makers.
Links & Leisure at Lido House
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Spend the afternoon with golf experiences, shopping, live music, giveaways, food and drinks.
Neverender Festival
Date: Oct 3–4, 2026
Location: Santa Ana
Spend two days at the Observatory Festival Grounds for a full weekend of live music.
Vintage Halloween Antiques + Collectibles at Magnolia
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: La Habra
Shop vintage Halloween décor, antiques, spooky treasures, special vendors and seasonal finds.
The Jury Experience: The Deadly Boat Ride
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: Orange
Take part in an immersive courtroom drama where the audience reviews evidence and decides the verdict.
DTSA First Saturday ArtWalk
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: Santa Ana
Experience downtown Santa Ana as an open-air celebration of art, culture, galleries and creative vendors.
World Sake Day Omakase at Nobu Newport Beach
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Celebrate World Sake Day with a multi-course omakase and optional sake pairings at Nobu.
2nd Annual Botanical Ball at Sherman Library & Gardens
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: Corona del Mar
Enjoy cocktails, garden strolls, a live auction and dancing under the stars.
Preservation Hall Jazz Band at Irvine Bowl
Date: Oct 3, 2026
Location: Laguna Beach
Hear the sound of New Orleans from the legendary Preservation Hall Jazz Band at Irvine Bowl.
RELISH In Wellness 2026
Date: Oct 4, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Close out RELISH with movement, mindfulness, beauty, self-care and wellness programming.
Hocus Pocus Drag Brunch
Date: Oct 4, 2026
Location: Irvine
Celebrate spooky season with a Hocus Pocus-themed drag brunch at Irvine Improv.
Melt & Mingle: Luxury Candle-Making Day Party
Date: Oct 4, 2026
Location: Mission Viejo
Make your own candle while enjoying music, tastings and a social day-party atmosphere.
Anaheim Ducks Home Opener vs. Florida Panthers
Date: Oct 4, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Watch the Ducks open their 2026–27 home season at Honda Center.
Candlelight: 90s Unplugged
Date: Oct 4, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Hear string-quartet renditions of 1990s favorites inside the intimate Lido Theater.
SUP Yoga in Dana Point Harbor
Date: Oct 10, 2026
Location: Dana Point
Start the morning with a 90-minute stand-up paddleboard yoga workshop on the harbor.
Trestles Beach & Habitat Cleanup
Date: Oct 10, 2026
Location: San Clemente
Help restore coastal habitat with Surfrider, California State Parks and local conservation partners.
Ghosts of Anaheim: Explore the Haunted Past
Date: Oct 10, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Follow a self-guided haunted adventure with spooky puzzles, scavenger-hunt challenges and local stories.
Pumpkins & Pups
Date: Oct 10, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Bring the family and the dog for pumpkins, a corn maze, pet contests, vendors, food trucks and adoptions.
Concha Fest 2026
Date: Oct 10, 2026
Location: Santa Ana
Celebrate pan dulce and culture with conchas, local makers, performances, Lotería and family activities.
Wagner Family of Wine Tasting: Caymus & More
Date: Oct 10–24, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Taste wines from the Wagner family portfolio during special seatings at Hi-Time Wine Cellars.
For All Who Dream: Fall 2026 AYA Gallery Showcase
Date: Oct 10, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Spend an evening with art, music and community while supporting young adult creatives affected by cancer.
56th United States National Speedway Championship
Date: Oct 10, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Watch elite riders and sidecars compete in championship-level speedway racing at the OC Fairgrounds.
SoCal Vintage Bike Swap Meet
Date: Oct 11, 2026
Location: Orange
Shop, sell and trade vintage bicycles and parts, then join a neighborhood group ride.
Surfrider North OC Huntington Harbor Cleanup
Date: Oct 11, 2026
Location: Huntington Beach
Help clean Huntington Harbour by kayak or paddleboard while supporting local coastal conservation.
OC’s Witchiest Sunday at Giracci Vineyards
Date: Oct 11, 2026
Location: Silverado Canyon
Browse crystals, tarot, crafts and curated vendors during a witchy fall market at the vineyard.
Fangtasia: A Vampire Burlesque Brunch
Date: Oct 11, 2026
Location: Santa Ana
Enjoy a 21+ vampire-themed burlesque brunch with gothic performances, cocktails and costumes.
Breath Mystery Live Experience 3.0
Date: Oct 11, 2026
Location: San Juan Capistrano
Experience guided breathwork, live music, movement, meditation, rhythm and voice.
Tokyo Kanpai Boys Live
Date: Oct 11, 2026
Location: Brea
Catch an English-language comedy show about Japanese culture, dating and life between East and West.
Levendi Wine Dinner
Date: Oct 13, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Enjoy a multi-course dinner paired with boutique Napa Valley wines at 21 Oceanfront.
Anaheim Ducks vs. Calgary Flames
Date: Oct 13, 2026
Location: Anaheim
See the Ducks take on Calgary at Honda Center.
StyleWeekOC 2026
Date: Oct 14–18, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Fashion Island hosts fashion shows, panels, beauty events and brand activations across five days.
La Candela: A Candlelight Dinner Experience
Date: Oct 14, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Plan a romantic candlelight dinner with a special three-course menu for two at Habana.
Authentic Handmade Dumplings Cooking Class
Date: Oct 14, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Learn how to make dumplings from scratch during a hands-on cooking class at The Viv Hotel.
Horror Nerd with Samantha Hale
Date: Oct 14, 2026
Location: Brea
Celebrate spooky season with horror-themed stand-up comedy at Brea Improv.
Coast Film & Music Festival 2026
Date: Oct 16–25, 2026
Location: Laguna Beach
Explore documentary films, live music, outdoor experiences, talks and art across ten days.
Fall-O-Ween at Heritage Hill Historical Park
Date: Oct 16, 2026
Location: Lake Forest
Enjoy a straw maze, scavenger hunt, Halloween photo stops, costumes, treats and dog-friendly fun.
Pink Floyd LAZERDOME Laser Show
Date: Oct 16, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Experience Pink Floyd music with immersive 360-degree planetarium visuals.
The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
Date: Oct 16, 2026
Location: Fullerton
Spend the evening with classic New Orleans jazz, improvisation and cocktails at The Charleston.
California Wine Festival – Sunset Rare & Reserve Tasting
Date: Oct 16–17, 2026
Location: Huntington Beach
Taste rare wines with chef-prepared appetizers, a Champagne reception and live music.
T.J. Miller Live at Irvine Improv
Date: Oct 16–18, 2026
Location: Irvine
See comedian T.J. Miller during a three-night stand-up run at Irvine Improv.
Anaheim Ducks vs. Boston Bruins
Date: Oct 16, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Watch the Ducks face the Boston Bruins at Honda Center.
28th Annual Doheny Wood Car Show
Date: Oct 17, 2026
Location: Dana Point
See classic woodie wagons lined up beside the coast at Doheny State Beach.
Morning Tai Chi with Melody Zhang
Date: Oct 17, 2026
Location: Santa Ana
Start the day with guided Tai Chi movements and Eastern philosophy at Bowers Museum.
Moto Beach Classic
Date: Oct 17, 2026
Location: Huntington Beach
Spend the day with motorcycle racing, stunt shows, custom bikes, live music, art and vendors.
Dogapalooza
Date: Oct 17, 2026
Location: Dana Point
Bring your four-legged friend to a pet-friendly harbor festival benefiting local animal causes.
Taste of Santa Ana: Frights & Bites
Date: Oct 17, 2026
Location: Santa Ana
Sample food and drinks from dozens of restaurants, wineries and breweries at a Halloween-themed tasting.
Orange County SC Beer Fest
Date: Oct 17, 2026
Location: Irvine
Sip craft beer, enjoy food and live music, then catch an Orange County SC match.
Dayshift at TIME Nightclub
Date: Oct 17, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Hit the dance floor before dark during this daytime clubbing experience.
Boo at the Zoo
Date: Oct 17, 18, 24 & 25, 2026
Location: Santa Ana
Celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, nocturnal animals, decorations, rides and family activities.
Los Tigres del Norte
Date: Oct 17, 2026
Location: Anaheim
See Los Tigres del Norte live at Honda Center.
Fragrance Masterclass with Guerlain
Date: Oct 18, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Explore fragrance notes and signature scents during a guided Guerlain masterclass at Fashion Island.
Haunted Halloween at Inn at the Mission
Date: Oct 18, 2026
Location: San Juan Capistrano
Enjoy trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, costumes, local makers, live music and a Spookeasy bar.
TURNSTILE: The Never Enough Tour Pt. 2
Date: Oct 18, 2026
Location: Santa Ana
See TURNSTILE live at the Observatory Festival Grounds.
Benise: 25 Years of Passion!
Date: Oct 18, 2026
Location: San Juan Capistrano
Celebrate 25 years of Spanish guitar, flamenco, salsa and theatrical performance at The Coach House.
Grape Night with Kukkula Winemaker Kevin Jussila
Date: Oct 22, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Taste five Kukkula wines during an evening with winemaker Kevin Jussila at Pendry Newport Beach.
Classic Handmade Pasta Class
Date: Oct 22, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Learn to make fresh pasta dough, roll it by hand and prepare a classic sauce.
Bryson Tiller: The Neo Trapsoul Tour
Date: Oct 22, 2026
Location: Anaheim
See Bryson Tiller with Majid Jordan, Ty Dolla $ign and Austin Millz at Honda Center.
27th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival
Date: Through Oct 22, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Explore international films, premieres, red carpets, filmmaker talks and special events across Newport Beach.
Legends of the Fall & Harvest Dinner
Date: Oct 23, 2026
Location: San Juan Capistrano
Spend a candlelit autumn evening with seasonal dishes, local legends and a touch of the supernatural.
The Art of French Macarons Class
Date: Oct 23, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Learn the techniques behind French macarons during a hands-on baking class.
Ghosts & Legends Tour
Date: Oct 23–24, 2026
Location: San Juan Capistrano
Walk historic Los Rios Street after dark for local history and family-friendly ghost stories.
70’s Rewind Roller Skating Night
Date: Oct 23, 2026
Location: Fountain Valley
Roll to disco hits and retro favorites during a late-night 1970s-themed skate.
Candlelight Laguna Beach: Halloween Classics
Date: Oct 23, 2026
Location: Laguna Beach
Hear Halloween favorites performed by string quartet in an atmospheric candlelight setting.
Surfrider North OC Santa Ana River Cleanup
Date: Oct 24, 2026
Location: Huntington Beach
Help remove trash from the Santa Ana River before it reaches the ocean.
Halloween Market at Woodbridge Village Center
Date: Oct 24–25, 2026
Location: Irvine
Shop local makers and enjoy live music, kids’ crafts, costumes and pet-friendly Halloween fun.
Smartphone Photography Meetup
Date: Oct 24, 2026
Location: Laguna Niguel
Learn practical techniques for taking better photos with your phone.
Boo at the Bay: Family Halloween Party
Date: Oct 24, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Enjoy spooky stories, crafts, science experiments, live animals, games and free family fun.
Jon L. Pitt: The Poetry of Boshicho Okamura
Date: Oct 24, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Hear a museum talk exploring experimental haiku and the artistic world of Boshicho Okamura.
Champagne Geoffroy with Sacha Geoffroy
Date: Oct 24, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Taste grower Champagne with Sacha Geoffroy during special seatings at Hi-Time Wine Cellars.
Spooky Seas at Ocean Institute
Date: Oct 24, 2026
Location: Dana Point
Explore haunted ship tours, aquarium access, science activities, costumes and family Halloween fun.
The Aquabats! Trick-or-Treat to the Beat!
Date: Oct 24, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Celebrate Halloween early with The Aquabats at House of Blues Anaheim.
SoCal Cocktail & Spirits Fest
Date: Oct 24, 2026
Location: Irvine
Sample cocktails and spirits during an evening tasting event at Gillette House.
Historic Anaheim Halloween Parade
Date: Oct 24, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Celebrate a tradition dating to 1923 with a fall festival, costumes, community floats and a nighttime parade.
Benny Benassi at TIME Nightclub
Date: Oct 24, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
See legendary Italian DJ Benny Benassi for a late-night EDM set.
Fall Festival at Paséa Hotel & Spa
Date: Oct 25, 2026
Location: Huntington Beach
Enjoy an oceanfront fall gathering on Paséa’s lawn with seasonal activities and coastal atmosphere.
Candlelight Jazz: Frank Sinatra & Nat King Cole
Date: Oct 25, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Hear Sinatra and Nat King Cole favorites performed live by candlelight at The Lido Theater.
Anaheim Ducks vs. Vancouver Canucks
Date: Oct 27, 2026
Location: Anaheim
See the Ducks take on Vancouver at Honda Center.
Dana Point Film Festival 2026
Date: Oct 29–Nov 1, 2026
Location: Dana Point
Celebrate ocean films, conservation, adventure and coastal culture at venues across Dana Point.
Sushi Rolling Experience at TEN Sushi + Cocktail Bar
Date: Oct 29, 2026
Location: Irvine
Learn to roll and cut sushi with restaurant chefs during a hands-on class with bites and cocktails.
Orville Peck: Man Turned Mule Tour
Date: Oct 29, 2026
Location: Anaheim
See Orville Peck bring cinematic country and alternative Americana to House of Blues Anaheim.
McCormick & Schmick’s + Duckhorn Wine Dinner
Date: Oct 29, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Enjoy a five-course dinner paired with Duckhorn wines and seasonal dishes.
Anaheim Ducks vs. Buffalo Sabres
Date: Oct 29, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Watch the Ducks face the Buffalo Sabres at Honda Center.
XELOSA Halloween Party
Date: Oct 29–30, 2026
Location: Santa Ana
Dance to reggaeton and Latin hits during a late-night Halloween party at The Yost Theater.
Prost by the Pacific Oktoberfest Dinner
Date: Oct 30, 2026
Location: Laguna Beach
Enjoy Bavarian-inspired dishes, seasonal flavors and communal dining beside the ocean.
Candlelight: Tribute to Ariana Grande
Date: Oct 30, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Hear Ariana Grande favorites reimagined by string quartet in a candlelight concert.
Candlelight: Halloween Classics
Date: Oct 30, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Hear spooky-season favorites from film and pop performed by string quartet.
Surfrider North OC Beach Cleanup
Date: Oct 31, 2026
Location: Seal Beach
Spend Halloween morning helping clean the coastline at the San Gabriel River Jetty.
Halloween at Lido Marina Village
Date: Oct 31, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Celebrate by the harbor with family trick-or-treating, seasonal treats and participating shops.
Champagne Costume Party with Taittinger
Date: Oct 31, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Celebrate Halloween with Champagne Taittinger during special tasting seatings at Hi-Time Wine Cellars.
The Bronx + Voodoo Glow Skulls
Date: Oct 31, 2026
Location: Garden Grove
Spend Halloween night with a stacked all-ages punk, hardcore and ska-punk lineup at Garden Amp.
Nightmare at the OC Fairgrounds
Date: Oct 31, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Close out Halloween with DJs, costumes, lights, food, bars and a large-scale late-night dance party.
October 5–11
Play Yellow with Pelican Hill Golf Club
Date: Oct 5, 2026
Location: Newport Coast
Tee off for CHOC during a charity golf tournament at Pelican Hill’s Ocean South Course.
Introduction to Mahjong at Brewery X
Date: Oct 6, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Learn American Mahjong with beginner instruction, open play and a casual brewery setting.
Championship Wrestling Live
Date: Oct 6, 2026
Location: Irvine
Catch live professional wrestling featuring United Wrestling Network talent at Irvine Improv.
Dumpling Fest Irvine
Date: Oct 7, 2026
Location: Irvine
Taste dumplings from around the world during a self-guided evening across participating restaurants.
Anaheim Ducks vs. Edmonton Oilers
Date: Oct 7, 2026
Location: Anaheim
See the Ducks face the Edmonton Oilers at Honda Center.
Live Butterfly Experience at Santa Ana Zoo
Date: Oct 8–15, 2026
Location: Santa Ana
Walk among hundreds of tropical butterflies during the final week of the zoo’s seasonal habitat.
Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy at the Cemetery
Date: Oct 8–10, 2026
Location: Santa Ana
Experience Poe’s darkest tales with themed cocktails during a limited immersive cemetery speakeasy.
Pizza Omakase at Bello
Date: Oct 8, 2026
Location: Newport Beach
Try a chef-curated pizza tasting that reimagines the traditional pizza dinner.
Speakeasy Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Date: Oct 8–30, 2026
Location: Buena Park
Solve a Prohibition-era murder while enjoying a three-course dinner and immersive entertainment.
Chayanne: Bailemos Otra Vez Tour
Date: Oct 8, 2026
Location: Anaheim
See Latin pop icon Chayanne live at Honda Center.
Benmont Tench
Date: Oct 8, 2026
Location: San Juan Capistrano
See the founding Heartbreakers keyboardist perform live at The Coach House.
David Minkin: Magic at the Majestic
Date: Oct 9–10, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Experience an intimate, family-friendly close-up magic show at Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel.
The Art of French Macarons Class
Date: Oct 9, 2026
Location: Anaheim
Learn meringue, piping, baking, fillings and assembly in a hands-on macaron class.
SOMBR: You Are the Reason Tour
Date: Oct 9, 2026
Location: Anaheim
See SOMBR at Honda Center with special guests Tom Odell and The Hellp.
Big Questions Cool Drinks: Are We Alone?
Date: Oct 9–11, 2026
Location: Orange County
Join an astrophysicist for a live bar talk on aliens, exoplanets and the search for life beyond Earth.
Flashback: A 2010s EDM Tribute Party
Date: Oct 9, 2026
Location: Costa Mesa
Relive the 2010s EDM era during a late-night tribute party at TIME Nightclub.
Suggested FAQ Section
What events are happening in Orange County in October 2026?
There are 100+ Orange County events happening in October 2026, including fall festivals, Halloween attractions, pumpkin patches, concerts, food and wine events, family activities, sporting events, art experiences and community celebrations.
What are some of the biggest October events in Orange County?
Popular October events include Pacific Airshow, Tustin Tiller Days, Knott’s Scary Farm, Taste of Laguna, Boo at the Zoo, the Newport Beach Film Festival and Anaheim’s Halloween festivities.
Are there family-friendly Halloween events in Orange County?
Yes. Families can find pumpkin patches, trick-or-treat events, Halloween markets, Boo at the Zoo, fall festivals, Spooky Seas and other seasonal activities throughout Orange County.
Where are October events happening in Orange County?
October events are taking place throughout Anaheim, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Dana Point, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Orange, Santa Ana, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Seal Beach and Tustin.
Are there free October events in Orange County?
Yes. Several October events offer free admission or participation, including community festivals, art walks, beach cleanups, markets and seasonal activities. Individual attractions or purchases may still have a fee.
Are there pumpkin patches in Orange County in October?
Yes. October is peak pumpkin-patch season in Orange County, with family-friendly farms and fall attractions operating throughout the month.
When do Halloween events start in Orange County?
Many Orange County Halloween events begin in late September and continue throughout October, with the largest concentration of seasonal activities taking place during the final two weeks of the month.
Enjoy October in Orange County
October is one of the most event-filled months of the year in Orange County. Between fall festivals, pumpkin patches, Halloween attractions, coastal events, food experiences, concerts, family outings and community traditions, there is something happening almost every weekend.
Save this guide and check back as you make your October plans. Event information can change, so always confirm dates, times, pricing, tickets and other details with the event organizer before attending.
Event information compiled from The Guide OC’s October 2026 events calendar.