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Friday, October 5, 2012
COSTA MESA - Anatolian Festival - The world's largest Turkish festival, a cultural and historical event that includes exhibitions, food, arts and crafts and performances. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. anatolianfestival.org
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Saturday, October 6, 2012
SAN CARLOS - San Carlos Art and Wine Faire, October 6-7, 2012, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (650) 593-1068 sancarloschamber.org San Carlos Avenue between El Camino and Walnut, and on Laurel Street from San Carlos Avenue to Arroyo.
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Sunday, October 7, 2012
DEL MAR - Taste & Art Stroll.
The event opens with a free art stroll featuring over 100 local and regional juried artists. In the afternoon, guests have an opportunity to enjoy culinary delights showcasing Del Mar’s fine restaurants and selections from California wineries and breweries. The Del Mar Taste & Art Stroll also features live musical entertainment throughout the day along with a free kids interactive area and pet stroll.
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. kennedyfaires.com
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CARLOS - San Carlos Art and Wine Faire, October 6-7, 2012, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
(650) 593-1068 sancarloschamber.org
San Carlos Avenue between El Camino and Walnut, and on Laurel Street from San Carlos Avenue to Arroyo.
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Tuesday, October 9, 2012
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Wednesday, October 10, 2012
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Thursday, October 11, 2012
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Saturday, October 13, 2012
APPLE VALLEY - Equine Festival of Apple Valley.
Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Horseman's Center
(760) 240-7000 X 7071
Cost: Free. appleyvalley.org
OJAI -
Ojai Studio Arts Fall Tour, Oct0ber 13-14, 2012.
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Reception, 6 to 8
p.m., October 8 at the Ojai Art Center. Ticket: $26
presale, $30 door. Children 12 and under are free. ojaistudioartists.org
for tickets.
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Sunday, October 14, 2012
OJAI -
Ojai Studio Arts Fall Tour, Oct0ber 13-14, 2012.
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Reception, 6 to 8
p.m., October 8 at the Ojai Art Center. Ticket: $26
presale, $30 door. Children 12 and under are free. ojaistudioartists.org
for tickets.
SAN DIEGO -
Little Italy Festa. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. littleitalysd.com
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Monday, October 15, 2012
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Tuesday, October 16, 2012
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Wednesday, October 17, 2012
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Thursday, October 18, 2012
RIDGECREST - High Desert Fair October 18-21 , 2012 desertempirefair.com
WOODSIDE - Filoli Special Thursdays. Stick around from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. and soak up the rich seasonal colors to paint or photograph the historic house and gardens. Special dates include: March 22, April 19, May 24, June 21, August 16, September 20 and October 18, 2012. Space is limited, pre-registration is highly recommended. Fee: $25, includes same day admission to Filoli. You are welcome to arrive anytime after 10 a.m. to visit the historic Filoli house and garden and scout locations for your next masterpiece. Location: 86 Canada Road, Woodside, CA. Phone (650) 364-8300. filoli.org
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Friday, October 19, 2012
RIDGECREST - High Desert Fair October 18-21 , 2012 desertempirefair.com
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Saturday, October 20, 2012
RIDGECREST - High Desert Fair October
18-21 , 2012 desertempirefair.com
SPRINGVILLE -
Springville Apple Festival October 20 & 21, 2012. 31st Annual Apple Festival sponsored by the Springville Community Club is a family oriented event that attracts more than 30,000 visitors each year.
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Sunday, October 21, 2012
ESCONDIDO - Downtown Street Faire
May 20-21, 2012 Over 500 vendors, live entertainment, and food from around the
world have combined to make the
Escondido Downtown Street Faire a family
tradition since 1989, held the 3rd Sunday of May and October.
It is the 2nd largest single-day fair in California.
500 unique vendor booths line seven blocks along Grand Avenue.
Food and family entertainment for all!
Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: historic Grand Avenue in
downtown Escondido. kennedyfaires.com
RIDGECREST - High Desert Fair October
18-21 , 2012 desertempirefair.com
SPRINGVILLE -
Springville Apple Festival October 20 & 21, 2012. 31st Annual Apple Festival sponsored by the Springville Community Club is a family oriented event that attracts more than 30,000 visitors each year.
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Friday, October 26, 2012
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Saturday, October 27, 2012
SAN DIEGO - Boo Parade & Carnival - Blessed Sacrament Parish School parade is a Free family friendly event featuring ghoulish floats, vintage cars, equestrian entries, unique costumed characters, bands and more! The Carnival is also
free and includes rides, games, food,
bands, costume contests, pumpkin
bowling, a pie eating contest, and a
Haunted Pumpkin Patch with
Trick-or-Treating after the parade.
Time: 10 a.m., Carnival 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location:
College Ave Baptist Church, 4747 College Ave., San Diego, CA
SAN DIEGO - The Bulls of St. Agata Charge.
The Little Italy Association, Symbolic Motors, Lamborghini San Diego and the Lamborghini Club of San Diego
present an evening of music and big
roaring bulls on Date Street (between India and Columbia Streets.
Home to over 40 fine Italian bulls (famous Lamborghinis)
see the most beautiful cars on the planet while music serenades these beasts and the crowds.
Time: 6 - 10 p.m. littleitalysd.com
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2011 EVENTS
Saturday, October 1, 2011
AGOURA HILLS
- Reyes Adobe Days, Sept. 30 - Oct. 2,
2011. Fiesta at the Adobe, Night at the Adobe, Agoura
Hills Mile, Rad 5k, Rad Parade, more. Reyes Adobe
Park & Historical Site, 30400 Rainbow Crest Drive,
Agoura Hills, CA. reyesadobedays.org
ARCATA - Pastels on the Plaza. Hours: 10
a.m. to 2 p.m. Streets Re-Opened: 4 p.m. Street
Closures: Plaza, G & H from 9th to 9th, 8th and 9th from
G to H Street, Arcata, CA.
| Region: North Coast
BELLFLOWER - St. Bernard's
2011 Annual Parish Festival, October 1 -2, 2011. Enjoy a
weekend of food, fun and friendship at St. Bernard's
2011 Annual Parish Festival. Entertainment will feature
music, games and a silent auction. Time: Oct. 1
Noon - 9 p.m., Oct. 2 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Location:
9647 East Beach Street, Bellflower, CA. Cost: free
admission, public invited. Call (562) 867-2337.
BIG BEAR LAKE -Horro-Fi Film Festival. Sept. 30
- Oct. 2, 2011.
Performing Arts Center (PAC) 39707 Big
Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA. (909)
866-4970.
Cost:$15 - 99. bigbearhorrorfilmfest.com
| Region: Inland Empire
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm Scary Farm Haunt.
Time: 7 p.m. - 2 a.m. Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up
day of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, CA.
Call: (714) 220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this special
event include: Sept. 23-25; 29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct.
12-16; Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday &
Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
CAMARILLO - Holiday Traditions in Camarillo, Sept.
30 -Oct. 1, 2011. Craft boutique with handmade items
ideal for holiday gift giving and decorating.
Hours: Friday, September 30, 10 am to 8 pm; Saturday,
October 1, 10 am to 5 pm. Location: Camarillo Community
Center
1605 E. Burnley, Camarillo, CA.
holidaytraditionsshows.com
CARLSBAD
Oktoberfest.
29th Carlsbad Rotary Oktoberfest. For more information call the Carlsbad Visitors
Bureau at 760-434-6093 or visit
rotaryoktoberfest.org. | Region: San Diego
County
CASTAIC - LASD Fun in the Sun Chili Cook-Off.
Jack Bones Equestrian Center - Castaic, CA
CHATSWORTH - Granada Hills Street Fair.
Chatsworth - Granada Hills, CA
CHICO - The National Yo-Yo
Contest. The Championship competition
encompasses the 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, and 5A
styles of play where competitors perform
a freestyle routine made up of tricks of
the players choice.
Location: Chico City Plaza, 401
Broadway, Chico, CA, United States,
95928 . nationalyoyo.org Phone:
(530) 893-0545| Region: Shasta Cascade
COALINGA - Coalingafest.
Coalinga Plaza - Coalinga, CA
CORCORAN - Cotton Festival,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
City Park - Corcoran, CA
COSTA MESA - Piecemakers Harvest Craft Fair. Piecemakers Country Store Parking Piecemakers' Harvest Craft Fair is a wonderful kick-off to fall!
Over 100 vendors selling their wares in Piecemakers' beautiful tree lined... entertainment, activities and attractions include: arts, crafts, and food vendors.
| Region: Orange County
CUPERTINO - De Anza Flea Market.
De Anza College (parking lot) - Cupertino, CA
DANVILLE - Art in the Park, October 1 - 2, 2011.
400 Front Street - Danville, CA
DIXON - Lambtown USA Festival,
Dixon May Fairgrounds - Dixon, CA
EL CAJON - Oktoberfest. Huge Beer
Garden, Band from Germany, Authentic
food, BBQ and games and fun. Held first
2 weekends in October. Hours Saturday:
Noon to 10 p.m. German American
Societies, 1017 S. Mollison Ave., El
Cajon, CA. Call: (619) 442-6637.
germanclubsandiego.org| Region: San
Diego County
ELK GROVE - CSD Giant Pumpkin Festival of Elk Grove,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Elk Grove Regional Park - Elk Grove, CA
FAIR OAKS - Bella Vista Arts & Craft Fair.
Bella Vista High School - Fair Oaks, CA
GARDENA - Gardena Heritage and Street Fair.
Gardena City Hall Plaza - Gardena, CA
GRASS VALLEY -
KVMR Celtic Festival October 1 - 2, 2011
Nevada County Fairgrounds
11228 McCourtney Rd.
Grass Valley, CA
kvmr.org| Region: Gold Country
HOLLISTER -Northern California
Renaissance Faire, September 17 -
October 16, 2011 (Saturdays & Sundays).
Visit an Elizabethan Renaissance
village nestled in the shaded glen. English Ales, foods, entertainment and
authentic period costumes bring one of the most romantic eras to
life. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: $25; Free age 12 & under. Weekend pass: $35; Pass for full
event $150 (good for 5 weekends). Location: Casa de Fruta, 10031
Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, CA. Call: (408) 847-FAIR.
norcalrenfaire.com| Region: Central Coast
HOLLYWOOD -
Shriekfest Sept 29 -Oct
2, 2011.
Raleigh Studios, 5300 Melrose Ave
Hollywood CA. shriekfest.com
HUNTINGTON BEACH - Southern
California Film Festival Sept.
28 - Oct. 2, 2011.
Central Library ,
7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA. socalfilmfest.com
IRVINE - Castaic Days - Irvine
Global Village Festival. Event features
Lisa and the Zydecats. Time: 11:30
a.m. Location:
Kia Stage - Col Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park , 4
Civic Center Plaza, Irvine CA 92606.
cityofirvine.org| Region: Orange County
IRVINE - Global Village Festival. 10th annual multicultural festival features international cuisine, live entertainment, a Kids Village with crafts and activities, cultural and religious exhibits and an international marketplace
representing more than 50 cultures. With more than 16,000 people in attendance,
the international marketplace features traditional and unique gifts, crafts and artwork from around the globe. Kids Village arts and crafts, games, face painting, balloon art, a bounce house and more. Festival admission, parking and shuttles are free. Food tasting tickets are available for purchase at the event.
Time: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Location: Bill Barber Park adjacent to the Irvine Civic Center on Harvard between Barranca and Alton in Irvine.
Call: (949) 724-6606. irvinefestival.org.
JULIAN - Apple Days October 1 -2. Event features apple
displays, music and dancing, an antique tractor display,
children's games and activities, gold panning demonstrations, a
beer and wine garden, food and merchandise vendors, contests,
and apple pie. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $5, age 12 and
under free. Location: Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian
Orchards Dr., Julian, CA. julianappledays.com| Region: San
Diego Country
LAGUNA NIGUEL - Fall Boutique and Crafts Faire.
Sea Country Center - Laguna Niguel, CA
LAKEPORT
Oktoberfest.
Street Dance Wilkommen auf Oktoberfest Lakeport! The whole event culminates in a street dance at 8 p.m. Bring your beer stein for the stein contest, and don't forget your dirndl or lederhosen. There will also be a Dachshund Derby so warm up your wiener dog!
Street Dance at 8pm, October 2, 2010 Downtown Lakeport
11am-8pm, 8-10pm, call (707) 263-5092.
oktoberfest-lakeport.com
LA MESA - Oktoberfest. September 30
- October 1. Food, music, dancing and
vendors at this annual street fair
tradition. Hours: Friday &
Saturday 11 a.m.-11:30p.m.; Sunday
Noon-5 p.m. lmvma.com |
Region: San Diego County
LANCASTER - Bark at the Park.
Annual pet event. Extended hours!
Free Admission!
lancasterbarkatthepark.org| Region: Los
Angeles County
LINDSAY - Chili Cook-off.
Sweet Briar Plaza - Lindsay, CA
LOOMIS - Eggplant Festival. One day
event includes wineries, food vendors,
arts & crafts, home and garden, kids
zone and live entertainment. Time:
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Cost: Free admission.
loomischamber.com
LOS ALTOS - Fall Festival, October 1 - 2, 2011.
Downtown Los Altos South Parking Plazas - Los Altos, CA
LOS
ANGELES - Eagle Rock Music Festival. Los Angeles, CA
and garden, kids
zone and live entertainment. Time:
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Cost: Free admission. loomischamber.com| Region: Gold Country
LOS ANGELES - Home Remodeling and Decorating Show October 1 - 2,
2011 from Saturday
10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Entertainment, activities and attractions include: food & crafts.
LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles Ultimate Women's Expo,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Los Angeles Convention Center - Los Angeles, CA
MANHATTAN BEACH - Hometown Fair, , October 1 - 2,
2011 .
Downtown - Manhattan Beach, CA
MANTECA
- Pumpkin Fair, October 1 - 2, 2011.
Downtown - Manteca, CA
McCloud
Oktoberfest. Enjoy affordable German meals and
entertainment with dancing from the Redding Fok Dancers.
Time: 5-8 p.m. St. Joseph 's Parish Hall , Colombero
Ave., McCloud, CA. Call: (530) 964-3183 - Marilyn|
Region: Shasta Cascade
MODESTO - October 1, 2011
Nor Cal Oktoberfest includes an authentic oom-pah
band, Bavarian dancers, singing and
yodeling. norcaloktoberfest.com|
Region: Central Valley
MODESTO - International Heritage Festival.
Gallo Center for the Arts - Modesto, CA
MONTCLAIR - Fall Festival,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Montclair Village - Oakland, CA
MONTROSE - Montrose Oktoberfest.
Contests, Stein Holding, & Sausage Eating Contests in
Beer Garden at Wickham Way.
Cost: Free admission. montrosechamber.org
MOORPARK - Moorpark Country Days Parade and Street Fair.
Historic High Street - Moorpark, CA
MORRO BAY - Harbor Festival,
October 1- 2. Annual celebration of the
Central Coast's unique food, wine and
lifestyle, held first full weekend in
October for nearly 30 years. Cost:
$8-12. Location: Embarcadero Rd., Morro
Bay, CA. For vendor information please
call the Morro Bay Harbor Festival, Inc.
at (805) 772-1155 mbhf.com| Region:
Central Coast
MURPHYS -
Calaveras Grape Stomp & Gold Rush Days. Every first Saturday in October the historic town of Murphys
transforms into a frenzy of activity with two renowned
events - the Calaveras Grape Stomp and the Gold Rush
Street Faire. Both events run simultaneously between 10
a.m. and 5 p.m. a Annual Calaveras Grape Stomp takes
place in Murphys Park. Just half a block away, Annual Gold Rush Street Faire fills
Main Street with over 100 booths of quality arts and
crafts, antiques, handcrafted goods, jewelry, clothing,
collectibles, and food booths. The event is hosted by
the Feeney Park Foundation. Admission is free.
visitmurphys.com
OAKLAND - Montclair Arts and
Crafts Festival. 17th Annual faire is
held at Mountain Boulevard and La Salle.
The Montclair Village Association
sponsors this event with artists,
entertainment, activities and
attractions.| Region: Bay Area
OAKLAND - Oaktoberfest in Dimond. oaktoberfest.org
| Region: Bay Area
OAKLAND
Oakland Black Cowboy Association Parade & Festival
DeFremery Park, 18th & Adeline sts.
One-of-a-kind celebration of black cowboys who helped settle the American West. Food vendors, entertainment and children's activities including pony rides.
10am. Free Admissio blackcowboyassociation.org
OJAI - World Music Festival, Sept.
30 -Oct. 2, 2011. An exciting line-up of musicians that includes Samite of Uganda, On Ensemble of Japan and Ancient Grooves and Judy Piazza,
there's a weekend of non-stop music. Location: Libbey Bowl Libbey
Park Ojai, ca Tickets: $10 -150. Call: (805)
646-8907. ojaiworldmusic.org
PALM SPRINGS - Fourth Palm Springs Body Mind Spirit Weekend,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Crystal Fantasy - Palm Springs, CA
PARADISE
- Johnny Appleseed Days, October 1 - 2, 2011.
Paradise Intermediate School Campus - Paradise, CA
PLACERVILLE -
California State BBQ Championship, October 1
and 2, 2011. Compete for $3500 In Prize Money in
this KCBS Sanctioned Contest, Smokin for Gold.
Location: Placerville Fairgrounds , 100 Placerville
Drive, Placerville, CA. (530) 621-5860.
eldoradocountyfair.org
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original, infamous Pirates
of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze. The Haunting Fields is
where your worst nightmares become real. As you enter
the Adventure, you enter a world of suspense and terror.
The only thing on your mind will be your survival. At
the Haunting Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10 p.m. Cost: $20
General Admission. Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates: Oct. 1, 7-9,
13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
SACRAMENTO - African Cultural Festival., October 1 -
2, 2011. Cal Expo - Sacramento, CA
SAN DIEGO
- Cabrillo Festival, October 1 - 2, 2011. Ballast Point,
Naval Base Point Loma - San Diego, CA
SAN DIEGO - Old Town San
Diego Art Festival October 1- 2, 2011.
Art with over 100 contemporary artists
from around the world, live music,
international food and exotic wines.
Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, chalk
art, fashions, furniture, jewelry and
local art galleries. Over a dozen local
restaurants and the finest wines. Time:
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call (619) 233-5008.
oldtownartfestival.com.
SAN DIEGO - Six Man Volleyball Fest.Get your team rallied together, find some costumes, a sponsor and register today for this very fun and exciting event at Mariner's Point. Sophie Radio will be cranking out the tunes and
Stone Brewery has expanded the beer garden to include some corn hole toss games
and more! Compete in Men's, Women's or Coed Divisions
for prizes. SanDiegoSIXMAN.com
SAN FRANCISCO -
Oktoberfest by the Bay, September
30-October 2, 2011 at Pier 48
SAN FRANCISCO - World Veg Festival Weekend, October
1-2, 2011. The San Francisco Vegetarian Society welcomes everyone to the 12th annual event. International vegan cuisine, healthy food demos, outstanding speakers, entertainment, eco fashion show, children's corner and vegan speed dating.
San Francisco, California. sfvs.org/wvd
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA - Art In Autumn Crafts Festival,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Downtown - San Juan Bautista, CA
SANTA BARBARA - SOL
Food Festival. One day community-created festival to
raise awareness of the Sustainable, Organic, and Local
food systems of Santa Barbara County. Live cooking
demos, DIY workshops, live animals, Local beer and wine tasting garden, delicious SOL Food vendors, and much more.
solfoodfestival.com| Region: Central Coast
SANTA ROSA - Sonoma County
Harvest Fair Sept. 30 - Oct. 1. Event
includes 50+ wineries, wine sales, chef
demonstrations, microbrew tasting
(Saturday only), farm and harvest
agricultural activities for children and
adults, the World Championship Grape
Stomp, continuous live jazz, an art
show, crafters pavilion, farm animals to
meet, and much more. harvestfair.org|
Region: North Coast
SIERRA MADRE - Angel Festival.
18th annual event. Anything and
everything to do with angels. Arts &
crafts, religious, or silly fun! If you
attend wearing an Angel Costume you
receive a $5 off coupon redeemable at
any booth! Free Angel Book to anyone
named "Angel" (with I.D.) Time: 11 am
4 pm. Location: Memorial Park, 222
W. Sierra Madre Blvd , Sierra Madre , CA
. Admission: Free, Call:
(626)794-4458, theangelfestival.com
SUISUN CITY
- Waterfront Festival Featuring Art, Wine and Chocolate.
Main and Solano Streets - Suisun City, CA
TWAIN HARTE
OktoberFest
Oct. 1 - 2, 2011.
Eproson Park,
Twain Harte, CA.
Call: (209) 586-4482. twainhartecc.com| Region: Sierra
VACAVILLE -
Bark in the Park. 10 a.m. -
1 p.m. Location: CreekWalk Plaza. Call (707) 469-4010.
cityofvacaville.com
VACAVILLE - Run for Fun. 5K, kids run, and kids
zone. Nut Tree Plaza, Vacaville, CA. Starts at 7 a.m.
Cost: $25 day of. cityofvacaville.com
VALLEY CENTER - Bates Pumpkin Festival, October 1 - 2,
2011.
Bates Nut Farm - Valley Center, CA
VENTURA - October 1, 2011
Ventura County Oktoberfest
includes 20 German beers, with all five historic
breweries of Munich represented, along with Weihenstephan. | Region: Central
Coast
WALNUT CREEK - Great Contra Costa Crystal Fair,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Civic Park Community Center - Walnut Creek, CA street including music by The Chico Bavarian Band and the
Internationals; and an appearance by the Nature Friends Schuhplattler. oktoberfestbythebay.com
WESTCHESTER - Cameron's Literacy Fair.
Howard Hughes Center - Westchester, CA
WEST POINT -Lumberjack Day.
Downtown - West Point, CA
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AGOURA HILLS
- Reyes Adobe Days, Sept. 30 - Oct. 2. Fiesta at the Adobe, Night at the
Adobe, Agoura Hills Mile, Rad 5k, Rad
Parade, more. Reyes Adobe Park &
Historical Site, 30400 Rainbow Crest
Drive, Agoura Hills, CA.
reyesadobedays.org
ALAMEDA
- Oktoberfest. Sept. 11, 18, 25,
October 2. Entertainment all year at the German Restaurant, 2424 Lincoln Ave.
Alameda, CA speisekammer.com
AZUSA - Azusa Golden Days5K Run/Walk
and Kids and Family 2K. Participate in
healthy fun at the 11th Annual
event, which starts at 7:30 a.m. Cost:
Adults: $15.00 pre-registration; $20.00
day of event. Children: $5
pre-registration; $10 day of event.
Address: 740 N. Dalton Ave. Azusa,
CA. ci.azusa.ca.us
BIG BEAR LAKE -Horro-Fi Film Festival. Sept. 30
- Oct. 2, 2011.
Performing Arts Center (PAC) 39707 Big
Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA. (909)
866-4970.
Cost: $15 - 99. bigbearhorrorfilmfest.com|
Region: Inland Empire
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
CORCORAN - Cotton Festival,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
City Park - Corcoran, CA
DANVILLE - Art in the Park, October 1 - 2, 2011.
400 Front Street - Danville, CA
EL CAJON - Oktoberfest. Huge Beer
Garden, Band from Germany, Authentic food, BBQ and games and
fun. Held first 2 weekends in October. Hours Sunday: Noon to 9
p.m. German American Societies, 1017 S. Mollison Ave., El Cajon,
CA. Call: (619) 442-6637. germanclubsandiego.org
ELK GROVE - CSD Giant Pumpkin Festival of Elk Grove,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Elk Grove Regional Park - Elk Grove, CA
GRASS VALLEY -
KVMR Celtic Festival October 1 - 2, 2011
Nevada County Fairgrounds
11228 McCourtney Rd.
Grass Valley, CA
kvmr.org| Region: Gold Country
HOLLISTER -Northern California
Renaissance Faire September 17
- October 16, 2011 .Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: $25; Free age 12 & under. Location: Casa de Fruta, 10031
Pacheco Pass Highway, Hollister, CA. Call: (408) 847-FAIR.
norcalrenfaire.com| Region: Central Coast
HOLLYWOOD -
Shriekfest Sept 29 -Oct
2, 2011.
Raleigh Studios, 5300 Melrose Ave
Hollywood CA.
shriekfest.com
HUNTINGTON BEACH - Southern
California Film Festival Sept.
28 - Oct. 2, 2011.
Central Library ,
7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA. socalfilmfest.com
JULIAN - Apple Days October 1 -2. Event features apple
displays, music and dancing, an antique tractor display,
children's games and activities, gold panning demonstrations, a
beer and wine garden, food and merchandise vendors, contests,
and apple pie. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $5, age 12 and
under free. Location: Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian
Orchards Dr., Julian, CA. julianappledays.com| Region: San
Diego County
LA MESA - Oktoberfest. September 30 - October 1. Food,
music, dancing and vendors at this annual street fair tradition.
Hours: Friday & Saturday 11 a.m.-11:30p.m.; Sunday Noon-5 p.m.
lmvma.com
LEUCADIA - Farmers Market. Time: 10
a.m. to 2 p.m.
Paul Ecke Elementary School, Leucadia, CA. Call: (858) 272-7054. leucadia101.com
LODI
-
Lodi
Street
Faire.
About
700
vendors
participate
at each
event,
selling
antiques,
arts &
crafts
and
commercial
items.
Time: 8
a.m. to
4 p.m.
lodichamber.com|
Region: Central Valley
LOS ALTOS - Fall Festival, October 1 - 2, 2011.
Downtown Los Altos South Parking Plazas - Los Altos, CA
LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles Ultimate Women's Expo,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Los Angeles Convention Center - Los Angeles, CA
LOS ANGELES - Home Remodeling and Decorating Show October 1 - 2,
2011 from Saturday
10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Entertainment, activities and attractions include: food & crafts.
MANHATTAN BEACH - Hometown Fair, , October 1 - 2,
2011 .
Downtown - Manhattan Beach, CA
MANTECA
- Pumpkin Fair, October 1 - 2, 2011.
Downtown - Manteca, CA
MONTCLAIR - Fall Festival,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Montclair Village - Oakland, CA
MORRO BAY - Harbor Festival,
October 1- 2. Annual celebration of the
Central Coast's unique food, wine and
lifestyle, held first full weekend in
October for nearly 30 years. Cost:
$8-12. Location: Embarcadero Rd., Morro
Bay, CA. For vendor information please
call the Morro Bay Harbor Festival, Inc.
at (805) 772-1155 mbhf.com
OAKLAND - Montclair Arts and
Crafts Festival. 17th Annual faire is
held at Mountain Boulevard and La Salle.
The Montclair Village Association
sponsors this event with artists,
entertainment, activities and
attractions.
OJAI - World Music Festival, Sept.
30 -Oct. 2, 2011. An exciting line-up of musicians that includes Samite of Uganda, On Ensemble of Japan and Ancient Grooves and Judy Piazza,
there's a weekend of non-stop music.
Location: Libbey Bowl Libbey Park Ojai,
ca Tickets: $10 -150. Call: (805)
646-8907. ojaiworldmusic.org
PALM SPRINGS - Fourth Palm Springs Body Mind Spirit Weekend,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Crystal Fantasy - Palm Springs, CA
PARADISE
- Johnny Appleseed Days, October 1 - 2, 2011.
Paradise Intermediate School Campus - Paradise, CA
PLACERVILLE -
California State BBQ Championship, October 1
and 2, 2011. Compete for $3500 In Prize Money in
this KCBS Sanctioned Contest, Smokin for Gold.
Location: Placerville Fairgrounds , 100 Placerville
Drive, Placerville, CA. (530) 621-5860.
eldoradocountyfair.org
REDWOOD CITY - Arts and Olive Festival.
Home Cured Olive Workshop by Don Landis,
Kids Corner, Music & Dance Entertainment
with Orquesta Pacheco Salsa band and
Zambalita Middle Eastern Dance Company.
Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location:
Canada College, 4200 Farm Hill Boulevard
- Bldg 13-26 - Redwood City, CA.
olivefest.com
SACRAMENTO - African Cultural Festival,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Cal Expo - Sacramento, CA
SAN DIEGO - Old Town San
Diego Art Festival October 1- 2, 2011.
Art with over 100 contemporary artists
from around the world, live music,
international food and exotic wines.
Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, chalk
art, fashions, furniture, jewelry and
local art galleries. Over a dozen local
restaurants and the finest wines. Time:
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call (619) 233-5008.
oldtownartfestival.com.
SAN DIEGO - Cabrillo Festival,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Ballast Point, Naval Base Point Loma - San Diego, CA
SAN FRANCISCO
September 30-October 2, 2011 Oktoberfest by the Bay at Pier 48 across the street including music by The Chico Bavarian Band and the
Internationals; and an appearance by the Nature Friends Schuhplattler. oktoberfestbythebay.com
SAN FRANCISCO - World Veg Festival Weekend,
October 1-2, 2011. The San Francisco Vegetarian Society welcomes everyone to the 12th annual event. International vegan cuisine, healthy food demos, outstanding speakers, entertainment, eco fashion show, children's corner and vegan speed dating.
San Francisco, California. sfvs.org/wvd
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA - Art In Autumn Crafts Festival,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Downtown - San Juan Bautista, CA
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA - Betabel
Station Outdoor Market. Time: 9 a.m. to
4 p.m. Betabel Station, 9644
Betabel Road San Juan Bautista, CA.
betabelstation.com
SANTA ROSA - Sonoma County
Harvest Fair Sept. 30 - Oct. 1. Event
includes 50+ wineries, wine sales, chef
demonstrations, microbrew tasting
(Saturday only), farm and harvest
agricultural activities for children and
adults, the World Championship Grape
Stomp, continuous live jazz, an art
show, crafters pavilion, farm animals to
meet, and much more. harvestfair.org
Event Hours: 10am - 7 p.m. Admission:
$8, children $3, 6 and under free.
Sonoma County Harvest Fair, 1350 Bennett
Valley Rd. Santa Rosa, CA 95402 Phone:
(707) 545-4203. harvestfair.org
TWAIN HARTE
OktoberFest
Oct. 1 - 2, 2011.
Eproson Park
Twain Harte, CA.
Call: (209) 586-4482. twainhartecc.com
WALNUT CREEK - Great Contra Costa Crystal Fair,
October 1 - 2, 2011.
Civic Park Community Center - Walnut Creek, CA
WEST HILLS - Fall
Fest. Includes Best Restaurant Chili
Contest in the San Fernando Valley.
Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 23233
Saticoy Ave., West Hills, CA.
westhillsfallfest.com
VALLEY CENTER - Bates Pumpkin Festival, October 1 - 2,
2011.
Bates Nut Farm - Valley Center, CA
YORBA LINDA -Soprano Christine Sorenson and Pianist Rush Robinson, concert.
Nixon Library Sunday afternoon concerts
free to the public. Doors open at 1:15
p.m. Concerts begin at 2 p.m. Location:
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda,
CA. 92886Call: (714) 993-5075.
nixonfoundation.org
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ANAHEIM -
Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland Park. A special
ticket event you can only enjoy if you buy tickets for the part
includes Trick-or-Treat for all ages in the park, special
haunted shows, a Halloween-themed fireworks extravaganza and
more. Ticket Price $49 pre, $59 gate, includes
parking. Time: 7 p.m.
to 11 p.m. Halloween dates
include: Sept. 30, Oct. 3, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21,25, 28,
31.
OAKLAND - Backroom Comedy at McNally Irish Pub
5352 College Ave
Oakland, CA. Time: 9 p.m. Free admission. |
Region: Bay Area
POMONA- Los Angeles County Fair.
Sept. 3 - Oct. 2, 2011. Closed Mondays
and Tuesdays. Location: Fairplex, 1101
W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. Parking:
$10. Open Noon Wed -Fri; 10 a.m. Sat &
Sunday. lacountyfair.com |
Region: Los Angeles County
SAN LUIS OBISPO - Plein Air Painting Festival,
October 2 - 9, 2011.
San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo, CA
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HUNTINGTON BEACH - Surf City Nights. Street Fair. Time: 5-9
p.m. Cost: Free. Location: 200 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA.
SAN LUIS OBISPO - Plein Air Painting Festival,
October 2 - 9, 2011.
San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo, CA
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BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, CA. Call: (714) 220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this special event include: Sept. 23-25; 29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16; Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday & Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am|
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BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
BURBANK -
Taste of Downtown Burbank. 8th Annual Taste of Downtown Burbank unites 40 of Burbank's finest restaurants, a Beer and Wine Garden, chef demonstrations, live music and the Burbank Recycle Center to create the green culinary event of the year. Burbank Recycle Center staff will distribute compostable and environmentally friendly plates, cups and utensils to attendees, and set up recycling and compost stations throughout the four-block event on San Fernando Boulevard between Magnolia Boulevard and Olive Avenue in the heart of Downtown Burbank.
Tickets give access to unlimited food samples, chef demos and live entertainment featuring blues legend Barbara Morrison and Vegas-style hipsters Phat Cat Swinger.
Time: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Prices range
from $30 for all you can eat, per
person; $45 including the Beer and Wine
Garden and $10 for children 12 years old
and under. tasteofdowntown-burbank.com.
MILL VALLEY -
Film Festival Oct. 6 -16. Annual
34th
Mill Valley Film Festival presents
11-day celebration of film at
Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center,
1118 4th Street, San Rafael, CA.
Cost: $11.50 - 25.
mvff.com
SAN LUIS OBISPO - Plein Air Painting Festival,
October 2 - 9, 2011.
San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo, CA
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ANAHEIM -
Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland
Park. A special ticket event you can
only enjoy if you buy tickets for the
part includes Trick-or-Treat for all
ages in the park, special haunted shows,
a Halloween-themed fireworks
extravaganza and more. Ticket
Price $49 pre, $59 gate, includes
parking. Time: 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Halloween dates include: Sept.
30, Oct. 3, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21,25,
28, 31.
AZUSA - Golden Days, Oct. 7-9. Parade, carnival, fun run and
entertainment galore with days of
special dining events.
azusagoldendays.org
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
CARPINTERIA -
California Avocado Festival, Oct. 7 -
9, 2011.
Hours: Friday 4-10 p.m., Saturday 10
a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-6p.m. Free admission! avofest.com
CASTRO VALLEY - Greek Festival
Castro Valley Oct. 7 - 9, 2011. Hours:
Friday: 5 - 9 p.m., Saturday: 11 a.m. -
9 p.m., Sunday: Noon - 7 p.m.3 Cost:
Free Admission, Free Parking Fun and
free, Location:
20104 Center St.
Castro Valley, California
(510) 581-8950
greekfestivalcastrovalley.org
EL CAJON - Oktoberfest. Huge Beer
Garden, Band from Germany, Authentic
food, BBQ and games and fun. Held first
2 weekends in October. Hours
Friday: 4 -10 p.m. German American
Societies, 1017 S. Mollison Ave., El
Cajon, CA. Call: (619) 442-6637.
germanclubsandiego.org
HUNTINGTON PARK - Sabor De Mexico Lindo
Downtown Festival Oct. 7 - 9. Nine city-blocks of Pacific Boulevard
brings together more than 150
Commercial, food, arts and crafts, two Major Concert-Stages. Location: Downtown Pacific Blvd. from Florence Ave. to Randolph St., 6330 Pacific Blvd.
Time: Friday 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Admission: free. Call: (323) 585-1155. hpchamber1.com
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
LOS OLIVOS - Santa Barbara vs. Napa
Valley Blind Wine Tasting. The first
ever show-down taste-off between the
finest of two California wine regions is
being hosted at Los Olivos Wine Merchant
& Cafe. Executive Chef Chris Joslyn
prepares a gourmet 5-course meal
highlighting the fresh, local
ingredients of the Central California
Coast each course paired with two wines.
Location: 2879 Grand Ave., Los Olivos.
Time: 6:30 p.m. Cost:
$89 per person. Reservations are
required: (805) 688-7265 x 203 or email
jon@buysantabarbarawine.com
MILL VALLEY -
Film Festival Oct. 6 -16. Annual
34th
Mill Valley Film Festival presents
11-day celebration of film at
Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center,
1118 4th Street, San Rafael, CA.
Cost: $11.50 - 25.
mvff.com
MONROVIA - Monrovia Family Festival
Every Friday from to Christmas,
5 to 9 p.m. The largest street fair of
its kind in the state, with craft and
food booths, kiddie rides, a certified
farmer's market, live music, shopping,
dining and entertainment in a unique
atmosphere. ci.monrovia.ca.us
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 11
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
REEDLEY - Reedley Fiesta and Parade,
October 7 - 8, 2011. 46th Annual Reedley
Fiesta Parade on Saturday includes
beautiful pageantry and tradition of
unique floats, custom automobiles,
high-stepping equestrians and spirited
marching bands down G Street
at 10 a.m. This year's parade theme is
Once upon a time. The Valley's Biggest,
Small Town Celebration moves over to
Pioneer Park for two days of carnival
rides, vendor booths, entertainment and
fun. reedleychamberofcommerce.com
SAN JOSE -
Flavors Wine & Food Festival,
October 7-9, 2011.
Flavors Festivals are destination events celebrating distinctive tastes in wines, spirits and culinary artistry as well as the truly unique character, culture and spirit of our host cities.
San Jose, California. flavors.ws
SAN LUIS OBISPO - Plein Air Painting Festival,
October 2 - 9, 2011.
San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo, CA
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AZUSA - Golden Days, Oct. 7-9, 2011. Parade, carnival, fun run and
entertainment galore with days of special dining events. azusagoldendays.org
BLUE LAKE - Medieval Festival of Courage Oct. 8 - 9, 2011.
Recreating Renaissance (circa 800-1500s) since 2003.
Christie's Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze,
2870 Glendale Drive,
Blue Lake, CA.
Cost: $5, 3-12 age $2,
medievalfestivalofcourage.org
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 2 a.m. Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this special event include: Sept. 23-25; 29-Oct.
2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16; Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday & Saturday
only. All other days 7p-1 am
CARPINTERIA -
California Avocado Festival, Oct. 7 -
9, 2011.
Hours: Friday 4-10 p.m., Saturday 10
a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-6p.m. Free admission! avofest.com
CASTRO VALLEY - Greek Festival
Castro Valley Oct. 7 - 9, 2011. Hours: Friday: 5 - 9 p.m., Saturday: 11 a.m. - 9
p.m., Sunday: Noon - 7 p.m.3 Cost: Free Admission, Free Parking Fun and free,
Location:
20104 Center St.
Castro Valley, California
(510) 581-8950
greekfestivalcastrovalley.org
CLAREMONT -
California Beer Festival. The
California Beer Festival returns. Cost:
$40. californiabeerfestival.com
COTATI Oktoberfest
in La Plaza Park, downtown Cotati at
the corner of Old Redwood Hwy. & W.
Sierra Ave., under a giant tent!
Contests galore! Time: 12 noon - 6
p.m. Call Cotati Chamber of
Commerce: (707) 795-5508 cotati.org
CUPERTINO - Diwali Festival of Lights.
Memorial Park - Cupertino, CA
EL CAJON - Oktoberfest. Huge Beer
Garden, Band from Germany, Authentic
food, BBQ and games and fun. Held first
2 weekends in October. Hours Saturday:
Noon -10 p.m. German American Societies,
1017 S. Mollison Ave., El Cajon, CA.
Call: (619) 442-6637.
germanclubsandiego.org
EXETER - Exeter Fall Festival.
Exeter City Park - Exeter, CA
FELTON - Lobster Feed.
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - Felton, CA
FREMONT - Craft Fair.
Niles Veterans Memorial Building - Fremont, CA
HUNTINGTON PARK - Sabor De Mexico Lindo
Downtown Festival Oct. 7 - 9. Nine city-blocks of Pacific Boulevard
brings together more than 150
Commercial, food, arts and crafts, two Major Concert-Stages. Location: Downtown Pacific Blvd. from Florence Ave. to Randolph St., 6330 Pacific Blvd. Admission: free.
Call: (323) 585-1155. hpchamber1.com
LIVERMORE - Artwalk Livermore, 2011 .
Award-winning Downtown Livermore - Livermore, CA
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost:
$20 -60. queenmary.com
LONG BEACH - Walk for the Animals. Admission: Fair is free, $25 fee
to walk. Pet-owner lookalike, most photogenic, Muttley Crew's agility and
Flyball teams & Disc Dogs, Aquarium of the Pacific's mobile learning center,
kids' activities, vendors, raffles, gourmet food trucks & entertainment by LB's
own Blue Steel Band! Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call: (562)988-7647. folba.org
LOS ANGELES - Japanese American
National Museum Free Days. No fee to
visit the museum. Location: 369 East
First Street, Los Angeles Calif. Call:
(213) 625-0414. janm.org
LOS BANOS - Los Banos Tomato Festival,
October 8-9, 2011.
This festival is a celebration of tomatoes with Celebrity Chefs, Heritage cooking demonstrations, Tomato Alley, The Tomato Patch kids area, entertainment, ag displays that show the role of tomatoes in the local agricultural community and much more! Los Banos, California. losbanos.com
MILL VALLEY -
Film Festival Oct. 6 -16. Annual
34th
Mill Valley Film Festival presents
11-day celebration of film at
Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center,
1118 4th Street, San Rafael, CA.
Cost: $11.50 - 25.
mvff.com
NIPOMO - Nipomo's Best Octoberfest.
Nipomo Community Park - Nipomo, CA
PASADENA - San Gabriel Valley Pride Community Unity Day.
Pasadena City College Quad - Pasadena, CA
PETALUMA - October 8,
2011
Oktoberfest Petaluma at Herzog Hall in the Community Center at Lucchesi Park features beer, Steve Balich
Polka Band, dancing, food, and
costumes. petalumavalleyrotary.org
PLEASANT HILL - Art, Jazz & Wine Festival, October 8-9, 2011. Join the
many thousands of residents and visitors in strolling along Crescent Drive in
downtown Pleasant Hill as they enjoy great art and entertainment including to
superb jazz, the wares of dozens of artists, and of course fine wine and premium
beer. Location: Downtown Pleasant Hill on Crescent Drive. Time: Saturday, 10
a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. pleasanthillchamber.com
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted House attractions
include the original, infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze. The
Haunting Fields is where your worst nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 11 p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission. Location:
Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates: Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
POINT ARENA - Point Arena Hemp Hops & Harvest
Festival. 2nd annual festival presents
the best of the season at the cove in a
fall celebration showcasing the
versatility of hemp, pleasurable flavors
of local beers (hops) and the richly
colorful and nutritious bounty of
local produce & food products.
Time: Noon - 4 p.m. Location:
Point Arena, CA.
Cost: Free admission.
REEDLEY - Reedley Fiesta and Parade, October 7 - 8, 2011. 46th Annual
Reedley Fiesta Parade on Saturday includes beautiful pageantry and tradition of
unique floats, custom automobiles, high-stepping equestrians and spirited
marching bands down G Street at 10 a.m. This year's parade theme is
Once upon a time. The Valley's Biggest, Small Town Celebration moves over to
Pioneer Park for two days of carnival rides, vendor booths, entertainment and
fun. reedleychamberofcommerce.com
REDONDO BEACH
-Taste of the Pier, Oct. 8 - 9, 2011. Food tastings, art, bands, face
painting and more. Free admission, tasting for a fee. Time: Noon - 4 p.m. Cost:
Taste tickets $1 each. Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 W. Torrance Blvd.,
Redondo Beach, CA. redondopier.com
RIVERBANK
Riverbank Cheese & Wine Exposition, October 8-9,
2011. The Riverbank Rotary Club invites you to enjoy the many offerings of more than 200 arts & crafts, antiques and food vendors. Attend this event, and let the award winning cheeses and wines tantalize your taste buds.
Riverbank, California. riverbankcheeseandwine.org
SAN CARLOS -
San Carlos Art & Wine
Faire, October 8-9, 2011. Now in its 21st year, this huge
festival invites the public to come out and eat, sample beer & wine (for a fee),
and listen to free entertainment throughout the streets of downtown San Carlos.
An entire section and musical entertainment is devoted to kids! Time: 10 a.m. -
5 p.m. Location: San Carlos Avenue between El Camino and Walnut, and on Laurel
Street from San Carlos Avenue to Arroyo, San Carlos, CA. Cost: Free.
sancarloschamber.org
SAN DIEGO - Taste of North Park.
Taste culinary specialties along North
Park's Restaurant Row, free samples of
microbrews and ales, and view fine art.
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $30 pre,
$35 day of, 21+ only.
natalie@mcfarlanepromotions.com.
SAN JOSE - Saint Stephen's Church Fall Festival.
Saint Stephen's Church - San Jose, CA
SAN JOSE -
Flavors Wine & Food Festival,
October 7-9, 2011.
Flavors Festivals are destination events celebrating distinctive tastes in wines, spirits and culinary artistry as well as the truly unique character, culture and spirit of our host cities.
San Jose, California. flavors.ws
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO - Second Saturday Art Fair.
Historic Downtown - San Juan Capistrano, CA
SAN LUIS OBISPO - Plein Air Painting Festival,
October 2 - 9, 2011.
San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo, CA
SANTA BARBARA -
Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival. Santa Barbara Harbor - Santa SANTA
MARIA - Celebration of Harvest!.
Rancho Sisquoc Winery - Santa Maria, CA
Barbara, CA
SCOTTS
VALLEY Rotary Oktoberfest.
Scotts Valley Rotary Oktoberfest features a genuine Oktoberfest band.
Malone's Grille, 4402 Scotts Valley Dr, Scotts Valley,
CA.
scottsvalleyrotary.org
SILVER LAKE - Silver Lake Art Craft & Vintage. Micheltorena Elementary School - Los Angeles, CA
SPRING VALLEY - Lemon Grove Moose Lodge Craft Show.
Moose Lodge - Spring Valley, CA
VACAVILLE - Kid Fest. All sorts of fun activities showcasing the local
youth of Vacaville. Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Andrews Park,
Downtown Vacaville, CA. vacavillekidfest.org
WALNUT - Walnut Family Festival.
Suzanne Park - Walnut, CA
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AZUSA - Golden Days, Oct. 7-9. Parade, carnival, fun run and
entertainment galore with days of
special dining events.
azusagoldendays.org
BLUE LAKE - Medieval Festival of Courage Oct. 8 - 9,
2011.
Recreating Renaissance (circa 800-1500s) since 2003.
Christie's Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze,
2870 Glendale Drive,
Blue Lake, CA.
Cost: $5, 3-12 age $2,
medievalfestivalofcourage.org
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
CARPINTERIA -
California Avocado Festival, Oct. 7 -
9, 2011.
Hours: Friday 4-10 p.m., Saturday 10
a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-6p.m. Free admission! avofest.com
CASTRO VALLEY - Greek Festival
Castro Valley Oct. 7 - 9, 2011. Hours:
Friday: 5 - 9 p.m., Saturday: 11 a.m. -
9 p.m., Sunday: Noon - 7 p.m.3 Cost:
Free Admission, Free Parking Fun and
free, Location:
20104 Center St.
Castro Valley, California
(510) 581-8950
greekfestivalcastrovalley.org
COSTA MESA -The Big Squeeze
Accordion Festival. Time: 10 a.m. - 4
p.m. Five stages include Cajun, Zydeco, Tejano, German, Bavarian, Folk, French, Merengue,
Latin, Jazz, Irish, Blues, Cabaret,
Rock, Gospel, Country, Italian,
Classical, Salsa, Rhythm and Blues. $2
admission (or free with canned food
donation). Location: Orange County
Market Place, 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa,
CA. ocmarketplace.com
EL CAJON - Oktoberfest. Huge Beer
Garden, Band from Germany, Authentic
food, BBQ and games and fun. Held first
2 weekends in October. Hours
Sunday: Noon - 9 p.m. German American
Societies, 1017 S. Mollison Ave., El
Cajon, CA. Call: (619) 442-6637.
germanclubsandiego.org
HUNTINGTON PARK - Sabor De Mexico Lindo
Downtown Festival Oct. 7 - 9. Nine city-blocks of Pacific Boulevard
brings together more than 150
Commercial, food, arts and crafts, two Major Concert-Stages. Location: Downtown Pacific Blvd. from Florence Ave. to Randolph St., 6330 Pacific Blvd.
Admission: free. Call: (323) 585-1155. hpchamber1.com
LEUCADIA - Farmers Market. Time: 10
a.m. to 2 p.m.
Paul Ecke Elementary School, Leucadia, CA. Call: (858) 272-7054. leucadia101.com
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
LONG BEACH - Long Beach Marathon.
A course like no other marathon in the
country offers incredible views of the
city's coastline and historical
landmarks! Participate in one of
America's most scenic Marathons. It's
Fast, Flat and Fun! Time: 7 a.m. Phone:
(562) 427- 4606. runlongbeach.com
LOS BANOS - Los Banos Tomato Festival,
October 8-9, 2011.
This festival is a celebration of tomatoes with Celebrity Chefs, Heritage cooking demonstrations, Tomato Alley, The Tomato Patch kids area, entertainment, ag displays that show the role of tomatoes in the local agricultural community and much more! Los Banos, California. losbanos.com
MARINA DEL REY -
Discover Marina del Rey, festival.
Kids activities, youth fishing clinic,
pumpkin patch and more. Cost: Free, $5
activity pass for bounce houses and
other games. Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Burton Chace Park, 13650
Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA.
beaches.lacounty.gov
MILL VALLEY -
Film Festival Oct. 6 -16. Annual
34th
Mill Valley Film Festival presents
11-day celebration of film at
Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center,
1118 4th Street, San Rafael, CA.
Cost: $11.50 - 25.
mvff.com
PISMO BEACH - City to Sea
Mini-Marathon. 16th annual run is a half-marathon (13.1 miles)
from downtown San Luis Obispo to Pismo Beach. Also participate in a much shorter 5K race
(3.1 miles), or sign up your children for the Kids' Fun Run (1/4 mile).
Call: (805) 546-3100. citytothesea.org
PLEASANT HILL - Art, Jazz & Wine Festival, October 8-9. Join the many thousands of
residents and visitors in strolling
along Crescent Drive in downtown
Pleasant Hill as they enjoy great art
and entertainment including to superb
jazz, the wares of dozens of artists,
and of course fine wine and premium
beer. Location: Downtown Pleasant Hill
on Crescent Drive. Time: Saturday, 10
a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5
p.m. pleasanthillchamber.com
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
REDONDO BEACH -Taste of the Pier,
Oct. 8 - 9, 2011. Food tastings, art,
bands, face painting and more. Free
admission, tasting for a fee. Time: Noon
- 4 p.m. Cost: Taste tickets $1 each.
Location: Redondo Beach Pier, 100 W.
Torrance Blvd., Redondo Beach, CA.
redondopier.com
RIVERBANK
Riverbank Cheese & Wine Exposition, October 8-9,
2011. The Riverbank Rotary Club invites you to enjoy the many offerings of more than 200 arts & crafts, antiques and food vendors. Attend this event, and let the award winning cheeses and wines tantalize your taste buds.
Riverbank, California. riverbankcheeseandwine.org
SAN CARLOS -
San Carlos Art & Wine
Faire, October 8-9, 2011. Now in its 21st year, this huge
festival invites the public to come out
and eat, sample beer & wine (for a fee),
and listen to free entertainment
throughout the streets of downtown San
Carlos. An entire section and musical
entertainment is devoted to kids! Time:
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location: San Carlos
Avenue between El Camino and Walnut, and
on Laurel Street from San Carlos Avenue
to Arroyo, San Carlos, CA. Cost: Free.
sancarloschamber.org
SAN CLEMENTE - Seafest. Annual
event features a Chowder Cook-off with
citizens, restaurants, and businesses
competing for the best chowder, Arts &
Crafts Show, Surf Contest, and Business
Expo. United States Coast Guard Search
and Rescue Demo Operation, Face
Painting, Kiddie Rides and much more!
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: Free
admission. Location:
San Clemente Pier --Free shuttle parking is available at San Clemente High School.
Call: (949) 492-1131. scchamber.com
SAN DIEGO - Fifth Avenue Auto Showcase.
Over 150 makes and models of Italian
exotics such as Ferrari and Maserati, to
the American classics including the
Thunderbird and Corvette. Location: 5th
Avenue from K Street to E Street, San
Diego, CA. Cost: Free. Time: 11 a.m. t 4
p.m. gaslamp.org
SAN JOSE -
Flavors Wine & Food Festival,
October 7-9, 2011.
Flavors Festivals are destination events celebrating distinctive tastes in wines, spirits and culinary artistry as well as the truly unique character, culture and spirit of our host cities.
San Jose, California. flavors.ws
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA - Betabel
Station Outdoor Market. Time: 9 a.m. to
4 p.m. Betabel Station, 9644
Betabel Road San Juan Bautista, CA.
betabelstation.com
SAN LUIS OBISPO - Plein Air Painting Festival,
October 2 - 9, 2011.
San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, San Luis Obispo, CA
SAN MARCOS - Grand Fall Festival.
The Grand Fall Festival features
an Oktoberfest atmosphere, Beer Garden,
kid's area, entertainment and unique
vendor booths. Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Via Vera Cruz
between Grand & San Marcos Blvd. San Marcos, CA sanmarcoschamber.com
SAN MARCOS - Horse Heritage
Festival. 20th Annual San
Marcos Trails Day Horse Heritage
Festival invites you to saddle up your
horse or put on your hiking shoes for a
celebration of the trails of San Marcos.
Equestrians will participate in a Poker
Ride; hikers will choose between a
three-mile, easy hike and a six-mile
difficult trek to P Mountain. Meeting
location: Heritage Park - Walnut Grove
Park, 1950 Sycamore Drive, San Marcos,
CA. Cost: Free. san-marcos.net
SANTA BARBARA - Flute Flourish,
concert. Musical event features
Suzanne Duffy & Friends performing music
for flute, piano, classical guitar,
violin, and cello. Time: 3:30 p.m.
Cost: Free admission. Location: Trinity
Church. Call: David A. Gell: (805)
965.7419. trinitysb.org
YORBA LINDA -Concert Pianist Sungae
Lee, concert.
Nixon Library Sunday afternoon concerts
free to the public. Doors open at 1:15
p.m. Concerts begin at 2 p.m. Location:
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda,
CA. 92886Call: (714) 993-5075.
nixonfoundation.org
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MILL VALLEY -
Film Festival Oct. 6 -16. Annual
34th
Mill Valley Film Festival presents
11-day celebration of film at
Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center,
1118 4th Street, San Rafael, CA.
Cost: $11.50 - 25.
mvff.com
RED BLUFF -
Triumphant Quartet. Voted Favorite Quartet of the Year with numerous top 10
radio singles and incredible continued success, the men of
Triumphant Quartet received a 2009 Grammy Nomination, 2011 Dove awards,
2011 Song of the
Year and more. Location: First Church of God 1005 S. Jackson
St.,
Red Bluff CA. Time: 6:30 p.m. Cost: Free, donations
accepted.
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October 11, 2011
ANAHEIM -
Mickey's Halloween
Party at Disneyland Park. A special ticket event you can
only enjoy if you buy tickets for the part includes
Trick-or-Treat for all ages in the park, special haunted shows,
a Halloween-themed fireworks extravaganza and more. Ticket
Price $49 pre, $59 gate, includes parking. Time: 7 p.m.
to 11 p.m. Halloween dates
include: Sept. 30, Oct. 3, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21,25, 28,
31.
MILL VALLEY -
Film Festival Oct. 6 -16. Annual
34th
Mill Valley Film Festival presents
11-day celebration of film at
Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center,
1118 4th Street, San Rafael, CA.
Cost: $11.50 - 25.
mvff.com
NAPA -
Comedy with Joe Klocek and Brendan Lynch. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $18.
Location: Napa Valley Opera House,
1030 Main St.,
Napa, CA. Call: (707) 226-7372
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BUENA PARK - Knott's
Berry Farm Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. Cost: $34-51
presale, $57 walk up day of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714) 220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25; 29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct.
12-16; Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday & Saturday only.
All other days 7p-1 am
LONG BEACH - Solar 101
Community Workshop. Join the City of
Long Beach Councilwoman Gerrie Schipske
and local solar company Ameco Solar for
an evening dedicated to the ABC's of
solar. Everything from important things
to look for when choosing an installer,
to financing options available, how net
metering works and any other question
you have been dying to find out but
didn't know who to ask. Light
appetizers, desserts, and beverages will
be provided for your enjoyment. Time:
6:30 -7:30 p.m. Cost: Free admission.
Location: El Dorado Senior Center, 2800
N. Studebaker Road, Long Beach, CA
90815. RSVP by October 7 - Call:
(562) 633-4400 or e-mail
gosolar@solarexpert.com; walk-ins are
welcome.
solarexpert.com/solar101/solar101.html
MILL VALLEY -
Film Festival Oct. 6 -16. Annual
34th
Mill Valley Film Festival presents
11-day celebration of film at
Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center,
1118 4th Street, San Rafael, CA.
Cost: $11.50 - 25.
mvff.com
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BUENA PARK - Knott's
Berry Farm Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. Cost: $34-51
presale, $57 walk up day of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714) 220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25; 29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct.
12-16; Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday & Saturday only.
All other days 7p-1 am
MILL VALLEY -
Film Festival Oct. 6 -16. Annual
34th
Mill Valley Film Festival presents
11-day celebration of film at
Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center,
1118 4th Street, San Rafael, CA.
Cost: $11.50 - 25.
mvff.com
NORTH HOLLYWOOD -
Peace in Our Time, play. Tickets $30 - 75. $75 (Oct.
Location:The Antaeus Company, 5112 Lankershim Blvd., North
Hollywood, CA. Call (818) 506-1983 or antaeus.org.
OCEANSIDE - California Surf Festival October
13-16, 2011. The California Surf
Festival celebrates awareness and support for surf history
preservation through the California Surf Museum.
Sunshine Brooks Theatre, Oceanside, CA.
All movies: $10. Saturday's VIP Reception for
The Still Point at CSM: $35 All Access Pass $90 Entry to all
movies, receptions, VIP Reception. californiasurffestival.com
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original, infamous Pirates of
Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze. The Haunting Fields is where your
worst nightmares become real. As you enter the Adventure, you
enter a world of suspense and terror. The only thing on your
mind will be your survival. At the Haunting Fields you are
actually IN the various exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission. Location: Alameda County
Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates: Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19-
23, 25-31
VISTA - Cowboy Jack, band. Cowboy Jack duo with
acoustic guitar, harmonica, lead guitar and steel guitar.
Covering vintage country music from Johnny Cash, Hank Williams,
Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson and more! Cost: Free.
Location: John's Neighborhood Bar & Grill 1280 E. Vista Way
Suite 1-3 Vista, CA 92084 Call: (760) 724-7242
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October 14, 2011
ANAHEIM -
Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland
Park. A special ticket event you can
only enjoy if you buy tickets for the
part includes Trick-or-Treat for all
ages in the park, special haunted shows,
a Halloween-themed fireworks
extravaganza and more. Ticket
Price $49 pre, $59 gate, includes
parking. Time: 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Halloween dates include: Sept.
30, Oct. 3, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21,25,
28, 31.
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
HOLLYWOOD -
Screamfest Horror Film
Festival October 14 - 23, 2011. See
some of the best new films and emerging
artists in the horror film biz.
Grauman's Mann Chinese 6 Theatres, Los
Angeles, CA
Festival pass $200 -300.
screamfestla.com
HUNTINGTON BEACH - Art Affair.
Noon to 5 p.m. at Pier Plaza, Pacific
Coast Highway & Main St., Huntington
Beach, CA. Cost: Free.
MILL VALLEY -
Film Festival Oct. 6 -16. Annual
34th
Mill Valley Film Festival presents
11-day celebration of film at
Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center,
1118 4th Street, San Rafael, CA.
Cost: $11.50 - 25.
mvff.com
OCEANSIDE - California Surf Festival October
13-16, 2011. The California Surf
Festival celebrates awareness and
support for surf history preservation
through the California Surf Museum.
Sunshine Brooks Theatre, Oceanside, CA.
All movies: $10. Saturday's VIP Reception for
The Still Point at CSM: $35 All Access Pass $90 Entry to all
movies, receptions, VIP Reception. californiasurffestival.com
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 11
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
PISMO BEACH - Clam Festival,
October 14-16, 2011. Pismo Beach
Clam Festival features a live parade,
beer garden, clam chowder cook-off, wine
tasting, surf contest, sandcastle
contest, food, music and more. For more
information, contact the Pismo Beach
Chamber of Commerce at (800) 443-7778.
VALLEJO -
The Raymond Victor Band, BLUES. Time: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Cost: Free admission.
Location:
Gracie's Barbeque,
1801 Sonoma Blvd.,
Vallejo, CA Call: (707) 552-2254 .
VENTURA - Harvest Festival Original
Art & Craft Show, Oct. 14 -16, 2011. Browse through hundreds of indoor and outdoor exhibits showcasing more than 24,000 unique handmade items at affordable prices
in this weekend shopping and entertainment experience.
The Ventura event features more than 200 exhibitors, live entertainment and strolling performers, a kids zone, specialty foods, pumpkin patch, and more.
Cost: $9 adult. Hours: 10 a.m. daily.
Location: Ventura County
Fairgrounds, Seaside Park, 10 W. Harbor
Rd. Ventura, CA 93001 .
harvestfestival.com
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October 15, 2011
APPLE VALLEY - Equine Festival of
Apple Valley. Equine
Festival is a one-stop shop with vendors
on hand selling trailers, tack and other
items of interest to horse owners.
Includes kids and family entertainment.
Time: 10 am-4 pm.
Cost: Free. Location: Horseman's Center, Apple Valley, CA. Call: (760) 240-7000
X 7071.
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AVILA BEACH - October 15, 2011
Firestone Walker Oaktoberfest, at the Avila Beach Golf Resort
features Firestone Walker ales, German beer, local wine served in the
Firestone Beer Garden, German-inspired cuisine and more. oaktoberfest.com
BAKERSFIELD
- Medieval Faire in the Shire of WinterMist, October 15 - 16, 2011.
Central Park,
21st Street at R Street,
Bakersfield, CA.
villageartisans.org
BENICIA - Sorcerer Saturday.
Downtown - Benicia, CA
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm Scary Farm
Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 2 a.m. Cost:
$34-51 presale, $57 walk up day of.
Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard, Buena
Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
CALABASAS - Calabasas Pumpkin Festival.
October 15 - 16, 2011 De Anza Park - Calabasas, CA
CALIFORNIA CITY -
California City Renaissance Festival, October 15 - 16, 2011,
Central Park,
10460 Heather Avenue,
California City, CA. calcityrenfair.org
CAMPBELL Oktoberfest October 15 - 16,
2011.
Downtown Historic Campbell, admission & parking are Free. campbellchamber.net
CARMICHAEL - Jewish Food Faire and Arts & Craft Show.
Congregation Beth Shalom - Carmichael, CA
CHULA VISTA - Chula Vista Centennial Celebration.
Local and international cuisine,
wineries and breweries, and exhibitions
from Olympic athletes. Time: 1 - 9 p.m.
Cost: Free. Location: Olympic Training
Center, Chula Vista, CA.
ENCINITAS - San Diego Botanic Garden Fall Plant Sale.October
15 - 16, 2011
San Diego Botanic Garden - Encinitas, CA
FOLSOM - Folsom Renaissance Faire October
15-16, 2011.
Folsom City Lions Park,
Stafford Street at Natoma Street,
Folsom, CA. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat., 10-5 Sun. $14 adult .
folsomfaire.com
HALF MOON BAY -
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
October 15-16, 2011.
Includes pumpkin pancake breakfast,
world's biggest pumpkin contest,
pumpkin pie eating contest, pumpkin
carving, and lots of food,
entertainment, art and festive
pumpkin themed fun.
miramarevents.com
GLENDALE - Kiwanis Duck
Race. From 5,000 to 100,000 or more
yellow rubber ducks race to a finish
line to earn great prizes for their
adoptive owners, matched by a unique
number on a tag on the bottom of each
duck.
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $5/duck.
Location: Verdugo Park, 1621 Canada
Blvd., Glendale, CA. Call: (818)
548-2714. duckrace.com
GOLETA - California Lemon Festival in Goleta.
October 15 - 16, 2011. Girsh Park - Goleta, CA
GRASS VALLEY - The Union's Living Healthy, Living Green Expo.
October 15 - 16, 2011 Nevada County Fairgrounds - Grass Valley, CA
HOLLYWOOD -
Screamfest Horror Film
Festival October 14 - 23, 2011. See
some of the best new films and emerging
artists in the horror film biz.
Grauman's Mann Chinese 6 Theatres, Los
Angeles, CA
Festival pass $200 -300.
screamfestla.com
LAKEWOOD - Lollipop Lane Holiday Craft Boutique.
Mayfair Park - Lakewood, CA
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
LONG BEACH - Reggae Festival.
Long Beach City College/Pacific Coast C - Long Beach, CA
LONG BEACH - ZAM Fest.
Marina Green Park - Long Beach, CA
LOS MOLINOS - Dairyville Orchard Festival.
Lassen View School, Los Molinos, CA MILL VALLEY -
Film Festival Oct. 6 -16. Annual
34th
Mill Valley Film Festival presents
11-day celebration of film at
Christopher B. Smith Rafael Film Center,
1118 4th Street, San Rafael, CA.
Cost: $11.50 - 25.
mvff.com
MOUNTAIN CENTER -
It's All About the Animals.
Time: 10 a .m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5, children under 12 free. Location: Living Free Animal
Sanctuary, 54250 Keen Camp Road,
Mountain Center, CA. Call: (95)
659-4687. living-free.org
OAKDALE - Bloomingcamp Ranch Octoberfest.
October 15 - 16, 2011 Bloomingcamp Ranch - Oakdale, CA
OJAI - Ojai Day.
Downtown - Ojai, CA
PISMO BEACH - Clam Festival, October 15 - 16. 65th annual community tradition since 1946, the Pismo Beach Clam Festival features
a parade, beer garden, clam chowder cook-off, wine tasting, surf contest,
sandcastle contest, food, music and more. Call: (800) 443-7778.
Location: Pismo Beach Pier
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 11
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
QUINCY - Mountain Harvest Micro-Brew Tasting.
Plumas/Sierra Fairgrounds - Quincy, CA
OCEANSIDE - California Surf Festival October
13-16, 2011. The California Surf
Festival celebrates awareness and
support for surf history preservation
through the California Surf Museum.
Sunshine Brooks Theatre, Oceanside, CA.
All movies: $10. Saturday's VIP Reception for
The Still Point at CSM: $35 All Access Pass $90 Entry to all
movies, receptions, VIP Reception. californiasurffestival.com
REDWOOD CITY -
Peninsula Oktoberfest.Beer, food and music.
peninsulaoktoberfest.com
ROSEMEAD -
Heritage Festival. Fall
Fiesta is in celebration of National
Hispanic Heritage Month. Time: Noon - 6
p.m. Location: Rosemead Park and along
Encinita Ave., Rosemead, Ca.
cityofrosemead.org
SAN FRANCISCO - Potrero Hill Festival.
Potrero Hill Neighborhood - San Francisco, CA
SANTA BARBARA -
Beer Festival. Elings Park, a venue with a
view of both the city and the Pacific Ocean hosts California breweries (more than 30). Food is served, and live bands perform. Proceeds go to Elings Park and the Santa Barbara Rugby
Association. Time: Noon to 4 p.m. Location: Elings Park, Santa Barbara, CA.
Cost: $55. sbbeerfestival.com
SAN MARCOS -
Family Swap Meet
in the Square. Featuring the resale of items geared
toward newborns, infants and
young children, this is an opportunity to buy or sell used maternity items,
clothing, strollers, toys, books and
more. Time:
8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Location: San Elijo Hills Town Square, Free Parking &
Admission.
Vendor spaces available for $20. san-marcos.net
SAN RAFAEL - Sultry Chanteuse
Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet
Licker's Swing Dance Party Grace
George's Stage. Time: 8 p.m.
Cost:$15-20. Location: George's
842 Fourth Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
Call: (415) 226-0262.
georgesnightclub.com
SPRINGVILLE - Springville Apple Festival.
October 15 - 16, 2011 Springville Veterans Memorial Park - Springville, CA
UKIAH - Ukiah Country Pumpkinfest,
October 15 - 16, 2011. Downtown - Ukiah, CA
VENTURA - Harvest Festival
Original Art & Craft Show, Oct. 14 -16,
2011. Browse through hundreds of indoor and outdoor exhibits showcasing more than 24,000 unique handmade items at affordable prices
in this weekend shopping and entertainment experience.
The Ventura event features more than 200 exhibitors, live entertainment and strolling performers, a kids zone, specialty foods, pumpkin patch, and more.
Cost: $9 adult. Hours: 10 a.m. daily.
Location: Ventura County
Fairgrounds, Seaside Park, 10 W. Harbor
Rd. Ventura, CA 93001 .
harvestfestival.com
VISTA - October 15 - 23, 2011 Vista Fall Tractor Show.
Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum - Vista, CA
YUBA CITY - October 15, 2011
California Beer & Wine Festival features
40 California beers and from
15 breweries, live entertainment,
and vendors selling food and
merchandise. californiabeerandwinefestival.com
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October 16, 2011
BAKERSFIELD - Medieval Faire in the Shire of WinterMist, October 15 - 16,
2011.
Central Park,
21st Street at R Street,
Bakersfield, CA.
villageartisans.org
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
CALABASAS - Calabasas Pumpkin Festival.
October 15 - 16, 2011 De Anza Park - Calabasas, CA
CALIFORNIA CITY -
California City Renaissance Festival October 15 - 16, 2011,
Central Park
,
10460 Heather Avenue,
California City, CA.
calcityrenfair.org
CAMPBELL Oktoberfest October 15 - 16,
2011.
Downtown Historic Campbell, admission & parking are Free. campbellchamber.net
CAYUCOS - Cayucos Antique
Street Faire. Ocean Avenue - Cayucos, CA
ENCINITAS - San Diego Botanic Garden Fall Plant Sale .October
15 - 16, 2011
San Diego Botanic Garden - Encinitas, CA
ESCONDIDO - Escondido Downtown
Street Faire. Grand Avenue - Escondido,
CA
FOLSOM - Folsom Renaissance Faire October
15-16, 2011.
Folsom City Lions Park,
Stafford Street at Natoma Street,
Folsom, CA. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat., 10-5 Sun. $14 adult .
folsomfaire.com
GLENDALE - Unity Fest Glendale 2011. Live Entertainment
International Food Court
Arts & Crafts
Children's Games & Activities. Time: Noon - 5 p.m. Location: Brand Boulevard
between California and Wilson, Glendale,
CA. Admission is free, free parking is available in the Orange Street Garage, 222 N. Orange Street.
Call (818) 548-4844. ci.glendale.ca.us
GOLETA - California Lemon Festival in Goleta.
October 15 - 16, 2011Girsh Park - Goleta, CA
GRASS VALLEY - The Union's Living Healthy, Living Green Expo.
October 15 - 16, 2011 Nevada County Fairgrounds - Grass Valley, CA
HALF MOON BAY -
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
October 15-16, 2011.
Includes pumpkin pancake breakfast,
world's biggest pumpkin contest,
pumpkin pie eating contest, pumpkin
carving, and lots of food,
entertainment, art and festive
pumpkin themed fun.
miramarevents.com
HOLLYWOOD -
Screamfest Horror Film
Festival October 14 - 23, 2011. See
some of the best new films and emerging
artists in the horror film biz.
Grauman's Mann Chinese 6 Theatres, Los
Angeles, CA
Festival pass $200 -300.
screamfestla.com
LEUCADIA - Farmers Market. Time: 10
a.m. to 2 p.m.
Paul Ecke Elementary School, Leucadia, CA. Call: (858) 272-7054. leucadia101.com
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
OAKDALE - Bloomingcamp Ranch Octoberfest.
October 15 - 16, 2011 Bloomingcamp Ranch - Oakdale, CA
OCEANSIDE - California Surf Festival October
13-16, 2011. The California Surf
Festival celebrates awareness and
support for surf history preservation
through the California Surf Museum.
Sunshine Brooks Theatre, Oceanside, CA.
All movies: $10. Saturday's VIP Reception for
The Still Point at CSM: $35 All Access Pass $90 Entry to all
movies, receptions, VIP Reception. californiasurffestival.com
PISMO BEACH - Clam Festival,
October 15 - 16, 2011. 65th annual community tradition since 1946, the Pismo Beach Clam Festival features
a parade, beer garden, clam chowder cook-off, wine tasting, surf contest,
sandcastle contest, food, music and more. Call: (800) 443-7778.
Location: Pismo Beach Pier
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
SAN FRANCISCO - Fiesta on
the Hill. Bernal Heights - San
Francisco, CA
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
- Betabel Station
Outdoor Market. Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Betabel Station, 9644 Betabel Road San
Juan Bautista, CA. betabelstation.com
SHERMAN OAKS
- Sherman Oaks Street Fair.
Ventura Boulevard - Sherman Oaks, CA
SPRING VALLEY - Spring
Valley Tailgate & BBQ Festival. From
Bancroft to Central Ave on Troy St -
Spring Valley, CA
SPRINGVILLE - Springville Apple Festival.
October 15 - 16, 2011 Springville Veterans Memorial Park - Springville, CA
THOUSAND OAKS - Thousand
Oaks Rotary Street Fair. Moorpark Road
and Hillcrest - Thousand Oaks, CA
UKIAH - Ukiah Country Pumpkinfest.
October 15 - 16, 2011 Downtown - Ukiah, CA
VENTURA - Harvest Festival
Original Art & Craft Show, Oct. 14 -16,
2011. Browse through hundreds of indoor and outdoor exhibits showcasing more than 24,000 unique handmade items at affordable prices
in this weekend shopping and entertainment experience.
The Ventura event features more than 200 exhibitors, live entertainment and strolling performers, a kids zone, specialty foods, pumpkin patch, and more.
Cost: $9 adult. Hours: 10 a.m. daily.
Location: Ventura County
Fairgrounds, Seaside Park, 10 W. Harbor
Rd. Ventura, CA 93001 .
harvestfestival.com
VISTA - October 15 - 23, 2011 Vista Fall Tractor Show.
Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum - Vista, CA
YORBA LINDA -Indian Flute with
Scott August, concert.
Nixon Library Sunday afternoon concerts
free to the public. Doors open at 1:15
p.m. Concerts begin at 2 p.m. Location:
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda,
CA. 92886Call: (714) 993-5075.
nixonfoundation.org
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HOLLYWOOD -
Screamfest Horror Film
Festival October 14 - 23, 2011. See
some of the best new films and emerging
artists in the horror film biz.
Grauman's Mann Chinese 6 Theatres, Los
Angeles, CA
Festival pass $200 -300.
screamfestla.com
VISTA - October 15 - 23, 2011 Vista Fall Tractor Show.
Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum - Vista, CA
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ANAHEIM -
Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland
Park. A special ticket event you can
only enjoy if you buy tickets for the
part includes Trick-or-Treat for all
ages in the park, special haunted shows,
a Halloween-themed fireworks
extravaganza and more. Ticket
Price $49 pre, $59 gate, includes
parking. Time: 7 p.m.
to 11 p.m. Halloween dates
include: Sept. 30, Oct. 3,
7, 11, 14, 18, 21,25, 28, 31.
HOLLYWOOD -
Screamfest Horror Film
Festival October 14 - 23, 2011. See
some of the best new films and emerging
artists in the horror film biz.
Grauman's Mann Chinese 6 Theatres, Los
Angeles, CA
Festival pass $200 -300.
screamfestla.com
VISTA - October 15 - 23, 2011 Vista Fall Tractor Show.
Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum - Vista, CA
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October 19, 2011
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
CULVER CITY - Third Wednesdays. Downtown Culver City Third Wednesdays
include live entertainment under the
stars, art galleries, drink and dine specials, free samples, discounts and prize giveaways from over 30 area merchants.
Visit
Walter Molina Flamenco outside on the patio at Ford's Filling Station
Kirk Douglas Theatre Sidewalk party featuring ticket giveaways to the Kirk Douglas Theatre, Mark Taper Forum and Ahmanson Theatre plus DJ Peter Krouse and free food samples from Mezza Mediterranean Grill.
Time: 5-9 p.m. Location:
Downtown Culver City south of the 10 Freeway and east of the 405, between the intersection of Culver and Washington Blvds and Dusquene
Ave. downtownculvercity.com
Merchant
discount list
HOLLYWOOD -
Screamfest Horror Film
Festival October 14 - 23, 2011. See
some of the best new films and emerging
artists in the horror film biz.
Grauman's Mann Chinese 6 Theatres, Los
Angeles, CA
Festival pass $200 -300.
screamfestla.com
ORANGE - Boutique Noel.
Chapter Center, October 19 - 23, 2011. Orange, CA
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
REDWOOD CITY -
Oktoberfest
October 19, 2011
19th Redwood City Elks Oktoberfest 6 to 10 p.m.
VISTA - October 15 - 23, 2011 Vista Fall Tractor Show.
Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum - Vista, CA
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BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
HOLLYWOOD -
Screamfest Horror Film
Festival October 14 - 23, 2011. See
some of the best new films and emerging
artists in the horror film biz.
Grauman's Mann Chinese 6 Theatres, Los
Angeles, CA
Festival pass $200 -300.
screamfestla.com
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
LONG BEACH - Long Beach
Yacht and Boat Show, 43rd annual event.
Hours: Thurs & Fri: Noon-8 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun
10a.m. - 6 p.m.
Admission: $12 Adult, Free age 12 & under.
Location: Shoreline Village Marina Call: (888) BOAT-INFO. longbeachyachtandboatshow.com
OJAI -
Ojai Film Festival Oct. 20 - 23,
2011.
Cost: $10 ticket - $100 pass. ojaifilmfestival.com
ORANGE - Boutique Noel.
Chapter Center, October 19 - 23, 2011. Orange, CA
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
SACRAMENTO
- Horror Film Festival
Oct. 20 - 23, 2011.
Historical Colonial Theatre, 3522
Stockton Blvd. Sacramento, CA.
sachorrorfilmfest.com
VISTA - October 15 - 23, 2011 Vista Fall Tractor Show.
Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum - Vista, CA
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ANAHEIM -
Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland
Park. A special ticket event you can
only enjoy if you buy tickets for the
part includes Trick-or-Treat for all
ages in the park, special haunted shows,
a Halloween-themed fireworks
extravaganza and more. Ticket
Price $49 pre, $59 gate, includes
parking. Time: 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Halloween dates include: Sept.
30, Oct. 3, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21,25,
28, 31.
ARCADIA - Growing Ferns from
Spore. By Ann Herrington, Co-founder of
the Southwestern Fern Society, whose
expertise includes ferns
that grow well in temperatures as high
as 113F and as low as -5F.Time: 7:30 p.m. in the Palm
Room (downstairs lecture hall) at the
Los Angeles County Arboretum, 301 N.
Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA, Call: (626)
821-3222. laifs.org
AUBURN - Oktoberfest. Gold Country Fair Grounds is
open 5 to 10 p.m. Tickets are Adults $25
door, under 13, $10. Serving
authentic German Dinner, German Beer &
Schnapps, live music and German Dancers.
Call: (530) 823-9764. Gold Country Fairgrounds, 1273 High St., Auburn,
CA. gcrotary.vpweb.com
BORREGO SPRINGS -Borrego Days Desert Festival
October 21 - 23, 2011. 46th
Annual event includes Saturday morning parade through
town on Palm Canyon Drive at 10 a.m. with lively marching bands, floats,
decorated golf carts, equestrian groups
and more! Cost: Free. borregospringschamber.com
BREA -
Everybody Dies Horror Film Festival. Oct. 21 - 22,
2011
Brea Plaza 5 Cinemas,
453 S. Associated Rd.,
Brea, CA. everybodydiesfilmfest.com
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
DEL MAR - Harvest Festival Original
Art & Craft Show, Oct. 21-23, 2011.
24,000 handmade American arts & crafts in hundreds of booths over three fun-packed days. Enjoy all day stage entertainment featuring the music of Southern California Party Band HyJinx and America's
Premier doo-wop group, The Alley Cats.
Stilt walkers, comedy jugglers, and our
famous "horsey guys" will be strolling
the aisles of the festival everyday.
Cost: $9 adult. Hours: 10 a.m. daily.
Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds
O'Brien & Bing Crosby Halls ,2260 Jimmy
Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA.
harvestfestival.com
FRESNO - ZooBoo.
Dates: Oct. 21, 22, 28, 29, 2011.
Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Fresno, Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
fresnochaffeezoo.org
HOLLYWOOD -
Screamfest Horror Film
Festival October 14 - 23, 2011. See
some of the best new films and emerging
artists in the horror film biz.
Grauman's Mann Chinese 6 Theatres, Los
Angeles, CA
Festival pass $200 -300.
screamfestla.com
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
ORANGE - Boutique Noel.
Chapter Center, October 19 - 23, 2011. Orange, CA
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 11
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
SACRAMENTO
- Horror Film Festival
Oct. 20 - 23, 2011.
Historical Colonial Theatre, 3522
Stockton Blvd. Sacramento, CA.
sachorrorfilmfest.com
SAN DIEGO - Borrego Days Desert Festival,
Friday, October 21 - Sunday, October 23, 2011. Saturday morning parade on
Palm Canyon Drive at 10 a.m. Music,
food, vendors all weekend. Time: 11 a.m.
to 7 p.m. Cost: Free.
borregospringschamber.com
SANTA BARBARA - Boo at the Zoo
Oct. 21-23, 2011. Cost: $12 adult, $10 age 2 - 12 years,
under 2 free.
Santa Barbara Zoo,
500 Ninos Drive,
Santa Barbara, CA .
(805) 962-6310.
santabarbarazoo.org
VISTA - October 15 - 23, 2011
Vista Fall Tractor Show. Antique Gas and
Steam Engine Museum - Vista, CA
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BORREGO SPRINGS -Borrego Days Desert Festival
October 21 - 23, 2011. 46th
Annual event includes Saturday morning parade through
town on Palm Canyon Drive at 10 a.m. with lively marching bands, floats,
decorated golf carts, equestrian groups
and more! Cost: Free. borregospringschamber.com
BREA -
Everybody Dies Horror Film Festival. Oct. 21 - 22,
2011
Brea Plaza 5 Cinemas,
453 S. Associated Rd.,
Brea, CA. everybodydiesfilmfest.com
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
DEL MAR - Harvest Festival Original
Art & Craft Show, Oct. 21-23, 2011.
24,000 handmade American arts & crafts in hundreds of booths over three fun-packed days. Enjoy all day stage entertainment featuring the music of Southern California Party Band HyJinx and America's
Premier doo-wop group, The Alley Cats.
Stilt walkers, comedy jugglers, and our
famous "horsey guys" will be strolling
the aisles of the festival everyday.
Cost: $9 adult. Hours: 10 a.m. daily.
Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds
O'Brien & Bing Crosby Halls ,2260 Jimmy
Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA.
harvestfestival.com
FRESNO - ZooBoo.
Dates: Oct. 21, 22, 28, 29, 2011.
Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Fresno, Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
fresnochaffeezoo.org
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
HOLLYWOOD -
Screamfest Horror Film
Festival October 14 - 23, 2011. See
some of the best new films and emerging
artists in the horror film biz.
Grauman's Mann Chinese 6 Theatres, Los
Angeles, CA
Festival pass $200 -300.
screamfestla.com
LONG BEACH -
Scarium of the Pacific Oct.
22-23, 2011 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: 100 Aquarium Way,
Long Beach, CA.
(562) 590-3100
aquariumofpacific.org
ORANGE - Boutique Noel.
Chapter Center, October 19 - 23, 2011. Orange, CA
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 11
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
ROWLAND HEIGHTS
- 2011 Buckboard Day Parade. Parade
starts at 9 a.m. starting on on Nogales
Avenue south of Colima Road proceeding
north, turn east (right) on Colima Road,
turn north (left) on Banida Avenue, and
concluding at Rowland Heights County
Park, to be followed by a community
festival organized by the Rowland
Council PTA and the Los Angeles County
Department of Parks and Recreation.
Info: buckboardparade@hotmail.com
SACRAMENTO
- Horror Film Festival
Oct. 20 - 23, 2011.
Historical Colonial Theatre, 3522
Stockton Blvd. Sacramento, CA.
sachorrorfilmfest.com
SALINAS - Fall Family Harvest.
Free BBQ, Kids Activities, entertainment
and resource fair. Time: 11 a.m. - 3
p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Hebbron
Family Center, 683 Fremont St., Salinas,
CA. ci.salinas.ca.us
SAN DIEGO - Borrego Days Desert Festival,
Friday, October 21 - Sunday, October 23, 2011. Saturday morning parade on
Palm Canyon Drive at 10 a.m. Music,
food, vendors all weekend. Time: 11 a.m.
to 7 p.m. Cost: Free.
borregospringschamber.com
SANTA ANA -
Boo at the Zoo October 22,
23, 24, 29, 30, 2011 5 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $12,
under age 2 is free. Location: Santa Ana, Prentice Park Zoo,
1801 East Chestnut Avenue,
Santa Ana, CA 92701 . Call:
(714) 647-6575. santaanazoo.org/boo.htm
SANTA BARBARA - Boo at the Zoo
Oct. 21-23, 2011. Cost: $12 adult, $10 age 2 - 12 years,
under 2 free.
Santa Barbara Zoo,
500 Ninos Drive,
Santa Barbara, CA .
(805) 962-6310.
santabarbarazoo.org
SONORA - All Hallows Fantasy
Faire October 22 - 23, 2011. Sonora Celtic Faire,
Motherlode Fairgrounds,
Sonora, CA.
allhallowsfaire.com
TEMPLE CITY - Family Festival and
Car Show. Collector Car Show, Crafts
Booths, Petting Zoo, musical
performances by local groups, pumpkin
patch and new Halloween Costume Contest
that starts at 1 p.m. Time: Noon - 4
p.m. Cost: Free admission, fee for
vendor booths and car show. Location:
Temple City Park, 9701 Las Tunas Dr.,
Temple City, CA. Call: (626) 285-2171.
templecity.us
VISTA - October 15 - 23, 2011
Vista Fall Tractor Show. Antique Gas and
Steam Engine Museum - Vista, CA
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BRENTWOOD - Autumn Art Show.
Held in the Spring and Autumn in the
eastbound lanes of tree-lined San
Vicente Boulevard, beginning at Bundy
Avenue, the show features Fine Art and
Craft displays, an International Food
Court, live entertainment and select
family and kids activities. Time:
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Cost: Free admission.
delmanoprod.com
BORREGO SPRINGS -Borrego Days Desert Festival
October 21 - 23, 2011. 46th
Annual event includes Saturday morning parade through
town on Palm Canyon Drive at 10 a.m. with lively marching bands, floats,
decorated golf carts, equestrian groups
and more! Cost: Free. borregospringschamber.com
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
DEL MAR - Harvest Festival Original
Art & Craft Show, Oct. 21-23, 2011.
24,000 handmade American arts & crafts in hundreds of booths over three fun-packed days. Enjoy all day stage entertainment featuring the music of Southern California Party Band HyJinx and America's
Premier doo-wop group, The Alley Cats.
Stilt walkers, comedy jugglers, and our
famous "horsey guys" will be strolling
the aisles of the festival everyday.
Cost: $9 adult. Hours: 10 a.m. daily.
Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds
O'Brien & Bing Crosby Halls ,2260 Jimmy
Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA.
harvestfestival.com
HOLLYWOOD - Horror, Sci-Fi & Fantasy Film
Festival Oct. 23 -25, 2011
hollywoodawards.com
HOLLYWOOD -
Screamfest Horror Film
Festival October 14 - 23, 2011. See
some of the best new films and emerging
artists in the horror film biz.
Grauman's Mann Chinese 6 Theatres, Los
Angeles, CA
Festival pass $200 -300.
screamfestla.com
LEUCADIA - Farmers Market. Time: 10
a.m. to 2 p.m.
Paul Ecke Elementary School, Leucadia, CA. Call: (858) 272-7054. leucadia101.com
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
LONG BEACH -
Scarium of the Pacific Oct.
22-23, 2011 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: 100 Aquarium Way,
Long Beach, CA.
(562) 590-3100
aquariumofpacific.org
LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles Beer Week
includes unlimited 4 oz. pours of
beer. The Festival features over 70
local, regional, national, and
international Craft and Artisan
breweries, rare beers, and
entertainment. Union Station, Los Angeles, Ca. Cost: $45. Time: Noon to 4 p.m. labeerweek.com
event in downtown Los Angeles
includes unlimited 4 oz. pours of beer.
MISSION VIEJO - United Nations Day -
UNESCO. All ages are encouraged to
celebrate the global Art Miles Project
and paint twelve new murals throughout
the day. Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost:
Free. Location:
Village Green at Oso Viejo Park, Mission
Viejo, CA. Call: (949) 470-8440.
cityofmissionviejo.org
ORANGE - Boutique Noel.
Chapter Center, October 19 - 23, 2011. Orange, CA
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
ROSE HILLS - Dia De Los Muertos Cultural Festival & Marketplace.
Rose Hills 2nd Annual event goes from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location:
Rose Hills Memorial Park.
Call: (562) 699-0921
SACRAMENTO - Horror Film Festival
Oct. 20 - 23, 2011.
Historical Colonial Theatre, 3522
Stockton Blvd. Sacramento, CA.
sachorrorfilmfest.com
SAN DIEGO - Borrego Days Desert Festival,
Friday, October 21 - Sunday, October 23, 2011. Saturday morning parade on
Palm Canyon Drive at 10 a.m. Music,
food, vendors all weekend. Time: 11 a.m.
to 7 p.m. Cost: Free.
borregospringschamber.com
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA - Betabel
Station Outdoor Market. Time: 9 a.m. to
4 p.m. Betabel Station, 9644
Betabel Road San Juan Bautista, CA.
betabelstation.com
SANTA ANA -
Boo at the Zoo October 22,
23, 24, 29, 30, 2011 5 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $12,
under age 2 is free. Location: Santa Ana, Prentice Park Zoo,
1801 East Chestnut Avenue,
Santa Ana, CA 92701 . Call:
(714) 647-6575. santaanazoo.org/boo.htm
SANTA BARBARA - Boo at the Zoo
Oct. 21-23, 2011. Cost: $12 adult, $10 age 2 - 12 years,
under 2 free.
Santa Barbara Zoo,
500 Ninos Drive,
Santa Barbara, CA .
(805) 962-6310.
santabarbarazoo.org
SONORA - All Hallows Fantasy
Faire October 22 - 23, 2011. Sonora Celtic Faire,
Motherlode Fairgrounds,
Sonora, CA.
allhallowsfaire.com
VISTA - October 15 - 23, 2011
Vista Fall Tractor Show. Antique Gas and
Steam Engine Museum - Vista, CA
YORBA LINDA -Concert Pianist Lisa
Zecchini, concert.
Nixon Library Sunday afternoon concerts
free to the public. Doors open at 1:15
p.m. Concerts begin at 2 p.m. Location:
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda,
CA. 92886Call: (714) 993-5075.
nixonfoundation.org
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October 24, 2011
HOLLYWOOD - Horror, Sci-Fi & Fantasy Film
Festival Oct. 23 -25, 2011
hollywoodawards.com
SANTA ANA -
Boo at the Zoo October 22,
23, 24, 29, 30, 2011 5 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $12,
under age 2 is free. Location: Santa Ana, Prentice Park Zoo,
1801 East Chestnut Avenue,
Santa Ana, CA 92701 . Call:
(714) 647-6575. santaanazoo.org/boo.htm
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October 25, 2011
ANAHEIM -
Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland
Park. A special ticket event you can
only enjoy if you buy tickets for the
part includes Trick-or-Treat for all
ages in the park, special haunted shows,
a Halloween-themed fireworks
extravaganza and more. Ticket
Price $49 pre, $59 gate, includes
parking. Time: 7 p.m.
to 11 p.m. Halloween dates
include: Sept. 30, Oct. 3,
7, 11, 14, 18, 21,25, 28, 31.
HOLLYWOOD - Horror, Sci-Fi & Fantasy Film
Festival Oct. 23 -25, 2011 hollywoodawards.com
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
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October 26, 2011
BUENA PARK -
Knott's Berry Farm Scary Farm Haunt.
Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. Cost: $34-51
presale, $57 walk up day of. Location:
8039 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, CA.
Call: (714) 220-5200.knotts.com. Dates
for this special event include: Sept.
23-25; 29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
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October 27, 2011
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
PISMO BEACH - Jubilee by the Sea Jazz Festival,
October 27-30, 2011.
This premier West Coast jazz event features now in its 35th year features
renown, traditional jazz bands from
across the nation. It features 20 bands
and several guest artists performing at
five venues, all connected by a shuttle
bus system. New Orleans-style jazz, big
band performances, dancing, food and
beverages are available.
Location: Pismo Beach Pier, Pismo Beach, CA. Call (805) 481-7840.
pismojazz.com
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
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October 28, 2011
ANAHEIM -
Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland
Park. A special ticket event you can
only enjoy if you buy tickets for the
part includes Trick-or-Treat for all
ages in the park, special haunted shows,
a Halloween-themed fireworks
extravaganza and more. Ticket
Price $49 pre, $59 gate, includes
parking. Time: 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Halloween dates include: Sept.
30, Oct. 3, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21,25,
28, 31.
BELLFLOWER
Halloween Trick or Treat. Laurel
Street in Downtown Bellflower.
bellflowerchamber.com
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
CUPERTINO -
Cinema Shadows. Watch a Halloween
themed movie. 6 p.m. Memorial Park
Amphitheater, Cupertino, CA.
cupertino.org
FRESNO - ZooBoo.
Dates: Oct. 21, 22, 28, 29, 2011.
Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Fresno, Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
fresnochaffeezoo.org
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
PISMO BEACH - Jubilee by the Sea Jazz Festival,
October 27-30, 2011.
This premier West Coast jazz event features now in its 35th year features
renown, traditional jazz bands from
across the nation. It features 20 bands
and several guest artists performing at
five venues, all connected by a shuttle
bus system. New Orleans-style jazz, big
band performances, dancing, food and
beverages are available.
Location: Pismo Beach Pier, Pismo Beach, CA. Call (805) 481-7840.
pismojazz.com
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 11
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
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October 29, 2011
BARSTOW - Mardi Gras Parade, Protecting the Freedom of Youth. Parade
floats, bands, equestrian units, and community spirit marches down the
streets of Barstow at this annual event. The parade route will start at
Barstow Road and Main Street and proceed east to Mountain View and Main
Street. Time: 7 - 9 p.m. Call: (760) 964-9053.
BERKELEY - Children's
Halloween & Candlelight Procession. Children's Halloween costume contest
at 4 p.m. Procession to foloow.
Epicurious Gardens, 1511 Shattuck Ave. anotherbullwinkelshow.com
BIG BEAR LAKE - Boo in the Zoo. 1 - 5 p.m. Big Bear Lake, Moonridge Zoo,
43285 Goldmine Drive,
Big Bear Lake, CA.
(909) 878-4200.
moonridgezoo.org
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 2
a.m. Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day of. Location: 8039 Beach
Boulevard, Buena Park, CA. Call: (714) 220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25; 29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday & Saturday only. All other days
7p-1 am
ESCONDIDO -
Fall Renaissance Faire October 29 & 30, November 5 & 6, 2011,
Felicita County Park ,
742 Clarence Lane,
Escondido, CA.
goldcoastfestivals.com
FRESNO - ZooBoo.
Dates: Oct. 21, 22, 28, 29, 2011. Time: 5 to 8 p.m. Fresno, Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
fresnochaffeezoo.org
LEUCADIA - Howl O' Ween. The Third Annual Halloween doggy event
includes a Pet Parade and Pet Costume Contest. Time: 5- 8 p.m.
leucadia101.com
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20 -60.
queenmary.com
LONG BEACH - Comic & Horror Con. A convention celebrating comic books
will include costumes, writer panels, author sessions and signings and more.
Time: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location: 300 E. Ocean
Blvd., Long Beach longbeachcomiccon.com
MADERA -
Madera Pomegranate Festival,
Oct. 29-Nov. 5,2011. Celebrate all things pomegranate with recipe contests,
fun run, entertainment, arts and food. pomegranatefestival.com
MONTEREY - Halloween at the Aquarium. Put on your costume and join
the skeletons and sea stars. 7 - 10 p.m. Location: Monterey Bay Aquarium
,
886
Cannery Row,
Monterey, CA. Call:
(831) 648-4800
montereybayaquarium.org
OAKLAND - Boo
at the Zoo, October 29 - 30, 2011 10 a.m. to 3 p.m..
Oakland Zoo,
9777 Golf Links Road,
Oakland, CA .
(510) 632 9525.
oaklandzoo.org
ORANGE -
Halloween Zoo-tacular! All ages invited to take part in some Halloween fun!
Activities include trick-or-treating, spooky crafts Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Orange County Zoo
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869
(714) 973-6846 ocparks.com
PISMO BEACH - Jubilee by the Sea Jazz Festival, October 27-30,
2011.
This premier West Coast jazz event features now in its 35th year features
renown, traditional jazz bands from across the nation. It features 20 bands
and several guest artists performing at five venues, all connected by a
shuttle bus system. New Orleans-style jazz, big band performances, dancing,
food and beverages are available.
Location: Pismo Beach Pier, Pismo Beach, CA. Call (805) 481-7840.
pismojazz.com
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted House attractions
include the original, infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze. The
Haunting Fields is where your worst nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense and terror. The only thing on your
mind will be your survival. At the Haunting Fields you are actually IN the
various exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - Midnight. Cost: $20 General
Admission. Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave.,
Pleasanton, CA. piratesofemerson.com. Other dates: Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16,
19- 23, 25-31
REDONDO BEACH - Na Ka'ao: the Hawaiian Legends. This Hawaiian
Musical production at Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center was inspired by
the lyrics of Hōpoe, Laie'ikawai and Poliahu, written by Frank Hewett.
Featuring dance choreography by Rolanda Reese and special musical
arrangements by Jim "Kimo" West, this is an event you will not want to miss!
Location: 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Redondo Beach, CA 90278. Time: 7 pm.
For more information & tickets - kpac4m.com or phone (626) 888-5570.
SAN DIEGO - Monster Bash. Over six blocks of the Gaslamp Quarter
transforms into three Mega Clubs including; the Dos Equis
XX Fright Club, the Dead Prom Party and the Blood Club. Time: 6 p.m. to
Midnight. Cost: $30, $35 at the door. Call: (619) 233-5008.
SanDiegoMonsterBash.com
SANTA ANA -
Boo at the Zoo October 22,
23, 24, 29, 30, 2011 5 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $12,
under age 2 is free. Location: Santa Ana, Prentice Park Zoo,
1801 East Chestnut Avenue,
Santa Ana, CA 92701 . Call:
(714) 647-6575. santaanazoo.org/boo.htm
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October 30, 2011
AZUSA 8th Annual Trunk or Treat Car & Truck Show.
Time: 12 noon - 4 p.m.
ci.azusa.ca.us
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
ESCONDIDO -
Fall Renaissance Faire October 29 & 30, November 5 & 6, 2011,
Felicita County Park ,
742 Clarence Lane,
Escondido, CA.
goldcoastfestivals.com
EUREKA - Boo at the Zoo.
Bring the whole family for a
frighteningly good time. Learn about
creatures that crawl and creep, slime
and slither, and lurk in the shadows of
the night, participate in games, crafts
and activities. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Eureka,
Sequoia Park Zoo 3414 W Street Eureka,
CA 95503
Zoo admission $5.50 adult, $3.50 child, free under age 2. (707) 441-4263. sequoiaparkzoo.net
HERMOSA BEACH - Skecher's
Pier to Pier. Stroll on the strand, from
Manhattan Beach Pier to the
Hermosa Beach Pier and back, while
raising funds for our education system
and children with special needs. At the
finish line, live music and
entertainment, refreshments and exciting
activities welcome everyone, all
ages invited! Time: 9:30 a.m. to
Noon. pier2pierwalk.com
LEUCADIA - Farmers Market. Time:
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Paul Ecke Elementary School, Leucadia, CA. Call: (858) 272-7054. leucadia101.com
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
LONG BEACH - Comic & Horror Con.
A convention celebrating comic books
will include costumes, writer panels,
author sessions and signings and more.
Time: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. -
5 p.m. Location: 300 E. Ocean Blvd.,
Long Beach longbeachcomiccon.com
MADERA -
Madera Pomegranate Festival,
Oct. 29-Nov. 5,2011. Celebrate all
things pomegranate with recipe contests,
fun run, entertainment, arts and food.
pomegranatefestival.com
OAKLAND - Boo
at the Zoo, October 29 - 30, 2011 10 a.m. to 3 p.m..
Oakland Zoo,
9777 Golf Links Road,
Oakland, CA .
(510) 632 9525.
oaklandzoo.org
OCEANSIDE - Dia de los Muertos Festival.
Day of the Dead transforms
Old Mission San Luis Rey with
mariachi bands, local ballet folklorico
dancing groups, Aztec entertainers and
elaborate alters. Time 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Free. Location:
Call (619) 233-5008. sanluisrey.org
PISMO BEACH - Jubilee by the Sea Jazz Festival,
October 27-30, 2011.
This premier West Coast jazz event features now in its 35th year features
renown, traditional jazz bands from
across the nation. It features 20 bands
and several guest artists performing at
five venues, all connected by a shuttle
bus system. New Orleans-style jazz, big
band performances, dancing, food and
beverages are available.
Location: Pismo Beach Pier, Pismo Beach, CA. Call (805) 481-7840.
pismojazz.com
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
SACRAMENTO -
Boo at the Zoo Sun., Oct. 30 & Mon. Oct.31, 2011 5 to 8 p.m.
Tickets: $10; age 1 and under Free. 3930 West Land Park Drive
Sacramento, CA
(916) 808-5888 saczoo.org
SAN CLEMENTE -
Oktoberfest.
$10 Per Person for Entry.
Old City Plaza,
111 W. Avenida Palizada,
San Clemente, CA 92656
call: (949) 973-3734. oktoberfestorangecounty.com
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA - Betabel
Station Outdoor Market. Time: 9 a.m. to
4 p.m. Betabel Station, 9644
Betabel Road San Juan Bautista, CA.
betabelstation.com
SANTA ANA -
Boo at the Zoo October 22,
23, 24, 29, 30, 2011 5 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $12,
under age 2 is free. Location: Santa Ana, Prentice Park Zoo,
1801 East Chestnut Avenue,
Santa Ana, CA 92701 . Call:
(714) 647-6575. santaanazoo.org/boo.htm
YORBA LINDA -Chinese Music &
Dance, concert.
Nixon Library Sunday afternoon concerts
free to the public. Doors open at 1:15
p.m. Concerts begin at 2 p.m. Location:
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda,
CA. 92886Call: (714) 993-5075.
nixonfoundation.org
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October 31, 2011
ANAHEIM -
Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland
Park. A special ticket event you can
only enjoy if you buy tickets for the
part includes Trick-or-Treat for all
ages in the park, special haunted shows,
a Halloween-themed fireworks
extravaganza and more. Ticket
Price $49 pre, $59 gate, includes
parking. Time: 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Halloween dates include: Sept.
30, Oct. 3, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21,25,
28, 31.
ARCATA - Trick or Treat on the
Plaza on Arcata Mainstreet. Street
822-4500. Time: 4 - 6 p.m.
BUENA PARK - Knott's Berry Farm
Scary Farm Haunt. Time: 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
Cost: $34-51 presale, $57 walk up day
of. Location: 8039 Beach Boulevard,
Buena Park, CA. Call: (714)
220-5200.knotts.com. Dates for this
special event include: Sept. 23-25;
29-Oct. 2; Oct. 5-9; Oct. 12-16;
Oct.19-23; Oct.26-31. Open 7p-2am Friday
& Saturday only. All other days 7p-1 am
LONG BEACH - Dark Harbor
Halloween Haunt at Queen Mary. Cost: $20
-60. queenmary.com
MADERA -
Madera Pomegranate Festival,
Oct. 29-Nov. 5,2011. Celebrate all
things pomegranate with recipe contests,
fun run, entertainment, arts and food.
pomegranatefestival.com
PLEASANTON - Pirates of Emerson. 6 Haunted
House attractions include the original,
infamous Pirates of Emerson, plus a and Corn Maze.
The Haunting Fields is where your worst
nightmares become real. As you enter the
Adventure, you enter a world of suspense
and terror. The only thing on your mind
will be your survival. At the Haunting
Fields you are actually IN the various
exotic scenes. Time: 7:05 - 10
p.m. Cost: $20 General Admission.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds,
4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton, CA.
piratesofemerson.com. Other dates:
Oct. 1, 7-9, 13-16, 19- 23, 25-31
SACRAMENTO -
Boo at the Zoo Sun., Oct. 30 & Mon. Oct.31, 2011 5 to 8 p.m.
Tickets: $10; age 1 and under Free. 3930 West Land Park Drive
Sacramento, CA
(916) 808-5888 saczoo.org
SANTA CRUZ
- Trick or Treat on the Wharf. Little witches, goblins, and
ghosts and their parents can enjoy safe
and sane trick-or-treating at wharf
businesses. Call 831-420-5273 Cost: Free.
Time: 4 to 6 p.m.,
Santa Cruz Wharf
VACAVILLE - Halloween Stroll. Scare up your best costume and stroll along Main, Merchant, Parker, Dobbins and other streets in Historic Downtown Vacaville as you enjoy treats from participating merchants.
Time: 4-6 p.m.
downtown Vacaville.
downtownvacaville.com
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October 31, 2011
FERNDALE - St. Mark's Annual
Harvest Festival and Chili Cook-Off.
Family fun, games, cakewalk,
hayride, live music and a candy booth
for the kids. Chili judged by local
dignitaries at the beginning of
festivities, followed by hot dogs and
chips with a taste of chili for other
attendees, free. 5:30-8:30 p.m. St.
Mark's, Fern & Berding Streets.
POWAY - Once Upon A Hallowe'en. Celebrate Halloween in a unique way by joining us for some good old fashioned fun! Once Upon a Hallowe'en is a family friendly event sponsored by the Old Poway Park Action Committee.
, Ride aboard the Halloween Express for a nominal fee, Participate in the carved pumpkin contest, Join the costume parade, Learn children's games in the Nelson House, Listen to the readings from Edgar Allan Poe in the Green Park, Eat sweet treats for a nominal fee.
Time: 5-8 p.m. poway.org
October 7 - 8, 2011 Reedley Fiesta
Pioneer Park
Reedley, CA
October 7 - 9, 2011 Sabor de Mexico Lindo Downtown Festival
Downtown
Huntington Park, CA
October 7 - 9, 2011 Big Sur Jade Festival
Pacific Valley School
Big Sur, CA
October 7 - 9, 2011 California Avocado Festival
Downtown Linden Avenue
Carpinteria, CA
October 7 - 9, 2011 Gem Faire / Pleasanton
Alameda County Fairgrounds
Pleasanton, CA
October 7 - 9,
2011 NSRA Golden State Street Rod Nationals Plus
Cal Expo
Sacramento, CA
October 7 - 9, 2011 Rio Vista Bass Derby & Festival
Downtown
Rio Vista, CA
October 7 - 9, 2011 Santa Ana Fall Festival
Cesar Chavez Park
Santa Ana, CA
October 7 - 9, 2011 Desert Living Home Show
Palm Springs Convention Center
Palm Springs, CA
October 7 - 28,
2011 Long Beach City Place Farmers Market
City Place
Long Beach, CA
October 7 - 28, 2011 Monrovia Family Festival and Farmers Market
Myrtle & Olive Avenues
Monrovia, CA
October 7 - 28, 2011 Covina Farmers Market and Family Night
in front of Covina City Hall
Covina, CA
October 8, 2011 Diwali Festival of Lights
Memorial Park
Cupertino, CA
October 8, 2011 Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival
Santa Barbara Harbor
Santa Barbara, CA
October 8, 2011 Walnut Family Festival
Suzanne Park
Walnut, CA
October 8, 2011 Celebration of Harvest!
Rancho Sisquoc Winery
Santa Maria, CA
October 8, 2011 San Gabriel Valley Pride Community Unity Day
Pasadena City College Quad
Pasadena, CA
October 8, 2011 Artwalk
Livermore, 2011
Award-winning Downtown Livermore
Livermore, CA
October 8,
2011 Saint Stephen's Church Fall Festival
Saint Stephen's Church
San Jose, CA
October 8, 2011 Craft Fair
Niles Veterans Memorial Building
Fremont, CA
October 8, 2011 Lobster Feed
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Felton, CA
October 8, 2011 Nipomo's Best Octoberfest
Nipomo Community Park
Nipomo, CA
October 8, 2011 Second Saturday Art Fair
Historic Downtown
San Juan Capistrano, CA
October 8, 2011 Silver Lake Art Craft & Vintage
Micheltorena Elementary School
Los Angeles, CA
October 8,
2011 Dragonart Ceramics
Moose Lodge
Spring Valley, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Pleasant Hill Art, Jazz & Wine
Crescent Avenue, Downtown
Pleasant Hill, CA
October 8 - 9,
2011 Oakhurst Fall Chocolate and Wine Festival
Oakhurst Community Park
Oakhurst, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Steele Wines Harvest Festival
Steele Winery Grounds
Kelseyville, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 San Carlos Art and Wine Faire
Laurel Street
San Carlos, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 San Carlos Art and Wine Faire
Laurel Street
San Carlos, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Los Angeles Latino Book & Family Festival
Cal State L. A.
Los Angeles, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Old Time Peddler's Faire
Kern Co. Museum/Pioneer Village
Bakersfield, CA
October 8 - 9,
2011 San Diego Mind Body Spirit Expo
Doubletree Mission Valley
San Diego, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Riverbank Cheese & Wine Expo
Downtown
Riverbank, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 San Francisco's Ultimate Women's Expo
San Francisco Concourse
San Francisco, CA
October 8 - 9,
2011 Los Banos Tomato Festival
Los Banos Fairgrounds
Los Banos, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Davis Ranch Harvest Festival
Davis Ranch
Sloughhouse, CA
October 8 - 9, 2011 Celebrate the Arts
Monrovia Library Park
Monrovia, CA
October 8 - 10, 2011 Exeter Fall Festival
City Park
Exeter, CA
October 8 - 16, 2011 Southern California Fair
Lake Perris Fairgrounds
Perris, CA
October 8 - 30, 2011 October Monthly Show
Arts Colony, Gallery SoHo
Pomona, CA
October 9, 2011 Little Italy Festa
India Street btwn. Ash and Grape Street
San Diego, CA
October
9, 2011 Taste of Encino
Ventura Boulevard
Encino, CA
October 9, 2011 San Clemente Seafest
San Clemente Pier Area
San Clemente, CA
October 9, 2011 San Marcos Grand Fall Festival
Via Vera Cruz
San Marcos, CA
October 9, 2011 Pleasanton Antiques and Collectibles Faire
Main Street
Pleasanton, CA
October 9, 2011 CicLAvia
10 miles of Los Angeles streets
Los Angeles, CA
October 9,
2011 The Sacramento Antique Faire
21st Street between W and X Streets
Sacramento, CA
October 13 - 15,
2011 Seasons and Holidays
Pacific Christian Center
Upland, CA
October 13 - 16, 2011 Pacific International Quilt Festival
Santa Clara Convention Center
Santa Clara, CA
October 13 - 16,
2011 Sugar Plum Arts & Crafts Festival
Buena Park Downtown Mall
Buena Park, CA
October 15, 2011 West Sacramento Arts & Craft Fair
Raley Field
West Sacramento, CA
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