California Halloween Events

Whittier Pumpkin Patch Splash

October 4, 2025, 12-3 p.m.

Palm Park Pool
5703 Palm Ave.
Whittier, CA
$5, whittierrec.com

Jump in the water and pick out a prize pumpkin in this cool Halloween event presented by the City of Whittier recreation department.

Whittier Museum Haunt

October 25-26, 2025, 6-9 p.m.

Whittier Museum
6755 Newlin Ave.
Whittier, CA
$10 donation, whittiermuseum.org

Inspired by people's fears, Haunt plays on those emotions with the theme of fears and phobias! Are you terrified of dolls? Clowns? Insects? Ghosts? The dark? Monsters? How many fears will you come face to face with at the Whittier Museum? Don't bring kids who are too young to handle scary things as there will be actors with jump scares, possible groans and screams, and special effects to make the haunt entertaining for thrill-seekers. 

Trunk or Treat

October 18, 2025, 4-8 p.m.

The Real Estate Store Inc
13225 Philadelphia St
Whittier, CA 90601
 Free all ages, eventbrite.com

 Enjoy decorated trunks, treats, and fun activities. Dress up and make this Halloween unforgettable! Stroll from decorated trunk to trunk, collecting sealed, store bought treats while enjoying festive decorations. This event offers a secure environment for kids to enjoy Halloween without the worry of traditional trick-or-treating. There’s more than just candy:

  • Live DJ Halloween music
  • Games
  • Food truck
  • Creative Activities
  • Mix & mingle
  • Face Painting

Costumes are highly recommended to enjoy the full experience, but not required. Whether you’re showcasing your spookiest costume or simply enjoying the creative trunk displays, it’s an event full of festive cheer and excitement. Don’t miss out on this magical, ghoulishly good time.  Bring your little goblins and join  a Halloween celebration that’s sure to be a hit!

Spooktacular 5K Run Walk

 October 25, 2025, 6:30 a.m.

Whittier Community Center
7630 Washington Ave.
Whittier, CA
$25-50, whittier5k.org

Annual Whittier Spooktacular 5K Run/Walk!   Spooktacular  5K Run/Walk and Children's  Creepy Crawly  1/2 Mile Dash  begins and end at the Whittier Community Center, and follows a route through the picturesque residential and retail areas of Uptown Whittier. There's also a Pancake Breakfast.

Whittier Museum Ghost Tours

September 13, 2025

Whittier Museum
6755 Newlin Ave.
Whittier, CA
$30-35, whittiermuseum.org

Led by Jacob Caputo through the candlelight halls of the museum, see if any of his stories wake up our resident ghosts. Each tour time is limited to 25 people. 

 

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.


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