October 2011 Events Calendar

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California Events October 2011

OCTOBER 2012 EVENTS

Monday, October 1, 2012

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Thursday, October 4, 2012

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

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.

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
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.

Monday, October 8, 2012

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Friday, October 12, 2012

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.

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

Monday, October 15, 2012

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

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

Friday, October 19, 2012

RIDGECREST - High Desert Fair October 18-21 , 2012 desertempirefair.com

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.

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.

Monday, October 22, 2012

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Friday, October 26, 2012

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

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Monday, October 29, 2012

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

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

October 2, 2011

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

October 3, 2011

October 4, 2011

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

October 5, 2011

October 6, 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
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

October 7, 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.
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

October 8, 2011

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

October 9, 2011

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

Monday, October 10, 2011

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.

October 11, 2011

October 12, 2011

October 13, 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
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

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

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. more events
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

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

October 17, 2011

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

October 18, 2011

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

October 20, 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
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

October 21, 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.
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

October 22, 2011

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

October 23, 2011

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

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

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

October 26, 2011

October 27, 2011

October 28, 2011

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

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

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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