October 2010 California Events

 

 

October 1, 2010 Friday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
CARPINTERIA - carpinteria-avocado-festival Avocado Fest. Annual Food Extravaganza features vendors, entertainment, and avocados. Fun for the entire family.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
POMONA - Los Angeles County Fair. Runs through Oct. 3. Includes carnival, entertainment, fairway, exhibitions, livestock, and horse racing.
SAN FRANCISCO - Hardly Strictly Blues Concert - Golden Gate Park's mega, free annual concert now in its 10th year features an incredible schedule of musicians over three days from Oct. 1-3.

October 2, 2010 Saturday

ANAHEIM - Oktoberfest at Phoenix Club, Anaheim, CA
BIG BEAR LAKE - Oktoberfest. Annual celebration with contests, games, dancing and great foods, plus an Oktoberfest gift store. Location: The Convention Center at Big Bear Lake, CA. bigbearevents.com
BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
CARPINTERIA -  Avocado Fest. Annual Food Extravaganza features vendors, entertainment, and avocados. Fun for the entire family.
JAMESTOWN - Return of The Sierra No. 3 Train - Railtown 1897 State Historical Museum. Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: $15 / 30. railtown1897.org
JULIAN - Apple Days Festival. October 2-3: Julian Merchants Association Julian Apple Days Festival – Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Menghini Winery – $5 Adults, Children 15 under free. (760) 765-1083. julianappledays.com
LAKE ELSINORE -  Lake Elsinore Country Music Festival. Wagon Wheel productions festival includes top acts in Country Music's finest production on the West Coast.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
MORRO BAY - morrobay-harbor-festival Harbor Festival. Annual event features bands, vendor booths, food and wine, celebrating the local harvests. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Cost: Around $10. Location: Location: 714 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA.
OJAI - Ojai Big Chili Cook-off.2nd annual event allows guests to taste outstanding chilis and salsas as some of the areas’ best cooks, clubs, and restaurants compete for over $4000 in prize money. Enjoy LIVE music, arts/crafts vendors, and local restaurants…Take a free lake tour on Big Chili’s 45 foot pontoon boat. Your children will love the kid’s play area. Quench your thirst with ice cold beers, frozen margaritas, wine, and cocktails. Time: Noon to 6 p.m. Tickets are only $15 and include 5 chili/salsa tasting tickets, children 12 and under are FREE. Location: Lake Casitas Recreation area in the Ojai Valley, Ventura, CA. OjaiBigChili.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
PASADENA - Angel Festival. The 17th Angel Festival, is about 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 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Memorial Park, 222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd , Sierra Madre , CA 91024. Call: (626)794-4458. Vendors wanted: Get 10X10 booth for only $47!
POMONA - Los Angeles County Fair. Runs through Oct. 3. Includes carnival, entertainment, fairway, exhibitions, livestock, and horse racing.
SALINAS - California Air Show. Cost:$15 -60. Location: Salinas Airport, Salinas, CA. salinasairshow.com
SAN FRANCISCO - Hardly Strictly Blues Concert - Golden Gate Park's mega, free annual concert now in its 10th year features an incredible schedule of musicians over three days from Oct. 1-3.
SAUSALITO - Sausalito Car Show. Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. sausalitoclassiccarshow.com
TEMECULA - Norman Brown's Summer Storm with Brenda Russell, Phil Perry, and Jesse J, Concert. 22nd Annual Jazz Concert Series 2010 brings a full line up of great acts to Temecula. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $65 - 140. Location: Thornton Winery 32575 Rancho California Rd Temecula, CA 92589. Call: (951) 699-0099. thorntonwine.com

October 3, 2010 Sunday

BIG BEAR LAKE -  Oktoberfest. Annual celebration with contests, games, dancing and great foods, plus an Oktoberfest gift store. Location: The Convention Center at Big Bear Lake, CA. bigbearevents.com
BLUE LAKE -  Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
CARPINTERIA - carpinteria-avocado-festival Avocado Fest. Annual Food Extravaganza features vendors, entertainment, and avocados. Fun for the entire family.
IRVINE -  Mighty Rubber Ducky Derby. 17th Annual event invites the public to participate and watch 15,000 rubber ducks float down the lazy river. Buy a duck and help a special cause. Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: Nominal fee for duck. Location: Wild Rivers Waterpark, 8770 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA. duckyderbyoc.com
JULIAN - Apple Days Festival. October 2-3: Julian Merchants Association Julian Apple Days Festival – Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Menghini Winery – $5 Adults, Children 15 under free. (760) 765-1083. julianappledays.com
JAMESTOWN - Return of The Sierra No. 3 Train - Railtown 1897 State Historical Museum. Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: $15 / 30. railtown1897.org
LAKE ELSINORE - Lake Elsinore Country Music Festival. Wagon Wheel productions festival includes top acts in Country Music's finest production on the West Coast.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
MORRO BAY - morrobay-harbor-festival Harbor Festival. Annual event features bands, vendor booths, food and wine, celebrating the local harvests. Time: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Cost: Around $10. Location: Location: 714 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA.
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
POMONA - Los Angeles County Fair. Runs through Oct. 3. Includes carnival, entertainment, fairway, exhibitions, livestock, and horse racing.
POWAY -  Tour de Poway. Plus 50, 26 and 18 mile bike ride options. This annual event is one of San Diego County's favorites. tourdepoway.com
SALINAS - California Air Show. Cost:$15 -60. Location: Salinas Airport, Salinas, CA. salinasairshow.com
SAN FRANCISCO - Hardly Strictly Blues Concert - Golden Gate Park's mega, free annual concert now in its 10th year features an incredible schedule of musicians over three days from Oct. 1-3.
SUNOL -Take a vintage train ride through Niles Canyon. Board at the old Sunol depot and travel part of the historic route of the first transcontinental railroad. The one-hour round-trip excursion is about 14 miles. Suggested donation for regular trips: $10 (subject to change). Sunol Station, 6 Kilkare Rd., Sunol, CA Call: (925) 862-9063. ncry.org

October 4, 2010 Monday

BLUE LAKE -  Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
LOS ANGELES - Dying is Easy, Comedy is Hard. The Matrix Theatre Company presents Nick Ullett's exhilarating, poignant and very funny memoir with songs, slides and irrepressible wit, Written and Performed by Nick Ullett; Directed by Lisa James; Presented by The Matrix Theatre Company, producer Joseph Stern. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $15. Location: The Matrix Theatre, 7657 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046, Call: (323) 852-1445. MatrixTheatre.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.

October 5, 2010 Tuesday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
BREA - brea-farmers-market Brea Farmer's Market. Time: 4 to 8 p.m. Location: Birch St., Brea, CA. breadowntown.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.

October 6, 2010 Wednesday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.

October 7, 2010 Thursday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
MARINA DEL REY - Marina Holiday Boat Parade Fundraising Cruise  visit website get directions Enjoy hors d' oeuvres and a pasta buffet (cash bar) aboard a Hornblower ship in the harbor, featuring parade partner "Portraits of Hope" hand-painted lifeguard station panels and a live auction. Photos of the towers will also be available for sale. 6 - 8:30 p.m. $50 per person. Departs from Fisherman's Village at 6:30 p.m.Tel: 310 670 7130
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE -  Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
 

October 8, 2010 Friday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
POMONA - Off Road Expo. Off-road fans dreaming about the latest off-road toys or finding hot new accessories for their existing ride need look no further than the Off-Road Expo. Time: Friday, October 8, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, October 9, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Pomona Fairplex 1101 W. McKinley Avenue Pomona, CA 91768. Cost: Admission to the event is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12 and children six and under free. offroadexpo.com

October 9, 2010 Saturday

BIG BEAR LAKE - Oktoberfest. Annual celebration with contests, games, dancing and great foods, plus an Oktoberfest gift store. Location: The Convention Center at Big Bear Lake, CA. bigbearevents.com
BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
LOS ANGELES -  The Birth of Noir: James M. Cain's So. Cal Nightmare. Esotouric guided bus mystery tour of L.A. Esotouric.com, Tel: (323) 223-2767 MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
POMONA - Off Road Expo. Off-road fans dreaming about the latest off-road toys or finding hot new accessories for their existing ride need look no further than the Off-Road Expo. Time: Friday, October 8, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, October 9, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Pomona Fairplex 1101 W. McKinley Avenue Pomona, CA 91768. Cost: Admission to the event is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12 and children six and under free. offroadexpo.com
SAN FRANCISCO - Fleet Week. Fleet Week at PIER 39 provides the Bay Area's opportunity to pay tribute to the men and women of our nation's armed forces. This spectacular event features a parade of ships, ship tours, military displays, an impressive air show including the Blue Angels Air Show, and more. Throughout the weekend, PIER 39 will host musical entertainment in the Entrance Plaza. Also, check out all the great military exhibits that will be on display. pier39.com
SANTA BARBARA - Harbor Festival.Harbor Festival The Santa Barbara 2010 Harbor & Seafood Festival lures seafood lovers of all ages to Santa Barbara's thriving Harbor for one of the community's most beloved and flavorful events. This annual event showcases many delectable regional seafood specialties, cooking demonstrations, interactive maritime education, children's activities, boat rides, live music, a tall ship visit and much more. Time: 10 a.m. -6 p.m. Loction: Santa Barbara Harbor, Santa Barbara, CA. Admission: Free. harborfestival.org
SANTA MONICA - The Good Energy Festival. This is a showcase of all the good companies who make a difference by giving back. Time: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm Location: Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade Address: 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Cost: Free. goodenergyfestival.com
SEAL BEACH - Seal Beach Concerts Series. Sin Twins Rhythm & Blues Revue: An R & B grand performance, complete with a horn section, offering tunes for singing and dancing. Held every Wednesday evening through September 1, 2010, time is 6 p.m. at the pier in Eisenhower Park, Ocean Blvd. at Main St., Seal Beach, CA. Great bands and lots of fun! Admission is FREE!
SEAL BEACH - redcar-museum-seal-beach Red Car Museum is open. Noon to 3 p.m. Visit the past with a look at this historic rail car that used to drive between Los Angeles and Seal Beach daily. Transformed into a museum with videos, pictures and a great collection of memorabilia, it is well worth a stop and look. Open 2nd & 4th Saturdays, the museum provides the most comprehensive look into the history of Seal Beach. Donations are accepted. Location: Electric Avenue near Main St., next to Mary Wilson Library. Call: (562) 683-1874.


October 10, 2010 Sunday

BIG BEAR LAKE - Oktoberfest. Annual celebration with contests, games, dancing and great foods, plus an Oktoberfest gift store. Location: The Convention Center at Big Bear Lake, CA. bigbearevents.com
BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
POMONA - Off Road Expo. Off-road fans dreaming about the latest off-road toys or finding hot new accessories for their existing ride need look no further than the Off-Road Expo. Time: Friday, October 8, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturday, October 9, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Pomona Fairplex 1101 W. McKinley Avenue Pomona, CA 91768. Cost: Admission to the event is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12 and children six and under free. offroadexpo.com
SAN DIEGO - Little Italy Festa. Little Italy District comes alive with over 120 Italian Food & Crafter Booths, 2 stages of entertainment, Gesso Italiano (Italian Chalk): Little Italy's Chalk Painting Event, a Stickball Tournament and a Beer & Wine Garden. Load up the family, friends & pets and come to the Largest Italian Festival outside of New York City. This event is held on India Street between Ash and Grape Streets from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
SAN FRANCISCO - Fleet Week. Fleet Week at PIER 39 provides the Bay Area's opportunity to pay tribute to the men and women of our nation's armed forces. This spectacular event features a parade of ships, ship tours, military displays, an impressive air show including the Blue Angels Air Show, and more. Throughout the weekend, PIER 39 will host musical entertainment in the Entrance Plaza. Also, check out all the great military exhibits that will be on display. pier39.com
SANTA BARBARA  -Abendmusik! Baroque & Beyond ~ A concert of music featuring the King of Instruments celebrates the legacy of Danish organist and composer Dietrich Buxtehude & Friends. Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Location: Music at Trinity Community Concert Series Trinity Episcopal Church 1500 State & Micheltorena Streets Santa Barbara, California. Call: (805) 965-7419. trinitysb.org
SEAL BEACH - A Time to Remember! A parade and festival on the green belt in the center of old town Seal Beach will be The Joy Zone for one day. Visitors rode a roller coaster called The Derby in 1915 at the Joy Zone on the beach and watched scintillator lights at the end of the pier. Watch a parade march around the greenbelt with many participants and listen to bands on two stages with rotating groups playing a variety of selections and seeing singers and dancers perform. Inflatable bounce houses for the children, puppet shows and food booths will be there for the whole family to enjoy. A sidewalk sale sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce will be in full swing. The Red Car Museum will be open allowing celebrants to see the Seal Beach historic displays and look at the photos taken of the Joy Zone in 1915. Just imagine arriving in the Red Car and stepping into the past. Contact: Tim Kelsey 562 431-2526 ext. 1341 (City Parks and Rec.) website: www.sealbeachfoundersday.com
TEMECULA - The Rippingtons with Special Guest, Concert. 22nd Annual Jazz Concert Series 2010 brings a full line up of great acts to Temecula. Time: 4 p.m. Cost: $55 - 120. Location: Thornton Winery 32575 Rancho California Rd Temecula, CA 92589. Call: (951) 699-0099. thorntonwine.com

October 11, 2010 Monday

MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
SANTA ROSA - From Highland Park Caddy to Pebble Beach Celebrity: Schulz and the Game of Golf Exhibit - Last Day! Golf was one cartoonist Charles Schulz's favorite games. The exhibition features photographs and memorabilia of Schulz’s game and also looks at how he portrayed golf in Peanuts, as Snoopy assumed the role of World Famous Golf Pro. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $8; $5 youth, seniors; Free under 4 years. Location: 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA. Call: (707) 579-4452. SchulzMuseum.org| Buy Tickets!

October 12, 2010 Tuesday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.

October 13, 2010 Wednesday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
SEAL BEACH -  Red Car Museum is open. Noon to 3 p.m. Visit the past with a look at this historic rail car that used to drive between Los Angeles and Seal Beach daily. Transformed into a museum with videos, pictures and a great collection of memorabilia, it is well worth a stop and look. Open 2nd & 4th Saturdays, the museum provides the most comprehensive look into the history of Seal Beach. Donations are accepted. Location: Electric Avenue near Main St., next to Mary Wilson Library.Call: (562) 683-1874.

October 14, 2010 Thursday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.

October 15, 2010 Friday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
BUENA PARK - Silverado Days. Runs Oct. 15-17, 2010. Carnival, live entertainment, food, fun.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
PETALUMA- Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Field. Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo, free parking. 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call:(707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com

October 16, 2010 Saturday

BIG BEAR LAKE - Oktoberfest. Annual celebration with contests, games, dancing and great foods, plus an Oktoberfest gift store. Location: The Convention Center at Big Bear Lake, CA. bigbearevents.com
BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
BUENA PARK - Silverado Days. Runs Oct. 15-17, 2010. Carnival, live entertainment, food, fun.
CALABASAS -  Calabasas Pumpkin Festival.
CAMPBELL -  Oktoberfest. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Old Town Campbell, Ca. campbellchamber.com
COSTA MESA -  Free Train Rides. Orange County Model Engineers club operates 1/8th scale trains in Fairview Park that the public are invited to watch and ride. The 12 minute journey includes a trip around the park, picnic tables for parties and a gift shop with train and logo related items for children and adults. Time: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
FULLERTON - Ragfest. Location: Downtown Fullerton. Festival HQ and ticket registration is Steamers Jazz Club, 138 W. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton. Venues include Mo’s Music Store, the Imperial Ballroom and Osborne Auditorium (Fullerton Public Library). Time: Sat. 11 am to 5 p.m.; Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. noon to 5 p.m.Cost: $60 for all-weekend pass, $25 for daytime programs, $20 for Sat. night revue show (all tickets $5 higher at the door). 20% off for groups of 10 or more. Children 15 and under admitted free with paid parent or guardian. Tickets & info: (714) 680-6684 or ragfest.com
HALF MOON BAY - Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
LOS ANGELES - John Buntin's L.A. Noir. Esotouric guided bus mystery tour of L.A. Esotouric.com, Tel: (323) 223-2767
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
PETALUMA- Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Field.Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo, free parking. 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call:(707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com
PISMO BEACH - Pismo Beach Clam Festival. 64th annual event held in downtown Pismo Beach includes foods, vendors, live music and entertainment throughout the event held Oct. 16 - 17. pismoevents.com
SPRINGVILLE - springville-apple-festival Springville Apple Festival. Street fair with lots of great apple dishes, contests, games, vendors, and entertainment with bands. springville.ca.us
TEMECULA - Fourplay, with Special Guest Sheila E, Concert. 22nd Annual Jazz Concert Series 2010 brings a full line up of great acts to Temecula. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $60 - 135. Location: Thornton Winery 32575 Rancho California Rd Temecula, CA 92589. Call: (951) 699-0099. thorntonwine.com

October 17, 2010 Sunday

BIG BEAR LAKE - Oktoberfest. Annual celebration with contests, games, dancing and great foods, plus an Oktoberfest gift store. Location: The Convention Center at Big Bear Lake, CA. bigbearevents.com
BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
BUENA PARK - Silverado Days. Runs Oct. 15-17, 2010. Carnival, live entertainment, food, fun.
CALABASAS - Calabasas Pumpkin Festival.
CAMPBELL -  Oktoberfest. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Old Town Campbell, Ca. campbellchamber.com
COSTA MESA - Free Train Rides. Orange County Model Engineers club operates 1/8th scale trains in Fairview Park that the public are invited to watch and ride. The 12 minute journey includes a trip around the park, picnic tables for parties and a gift shop with train and logo related items for children and adults. Time: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
FULLERTON -  Ragfest. Location: Downtown Fullerton. Festival HQ and ticket registration is Steamers Jazz Club, 138 W. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton. Venues include Mo’s Music Store, the Imperial Ballroom and Osborne Auditorium (Fullerton Public Library). Time: Sat. 11 am to 5 p.m.; Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. noon to 5 p.m.Cost: $60 for all-weekend pass, $25 for daytime programs, $20 for Sat. night revue show (all tickets $5 higher at the door). 20% off for groups of 10 or more. Children 15 and under admitted free with paid parent or guardian. Tickets & info: (714) 680-6684 or ragfest.com
HALF MOON BAY -  Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily
PETALUMA- Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Field. Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo, free parking. 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call:(707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com
PISMO BEACH - Pismo Beach Clam Festival. 64th annual event held in downtown Pismo Beach includes foods, vendors, live music and entertainment throughout the event held Oct. 16 - 17. pismoevents.com
SPRINGVILLE - springville-apple-festival Springville Apple Festival. Street fair with lots of great apple dishes, contests, games, vendors, and entertainment with bands. springville.ca.us
SUNOL -Take a vintage train ride through Niles Canyon. Board at the old Sunol depot and travel part of the historic route of the first transcontinental railroad. The one-hour round-trip excursion is about 14 miles. Suggested donation for regular trips: $10 (subject to change). Sunol Station, 6 Kilkare Rd., Sunol, CA Call: (925) 862-9063. ncry.org

October 18, 2010 Monday

BLUE LAKE -  Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.

October 19, 2010 Tuesday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
BREA - Brea Farmer's Market. Time: 4 to 8 p.m. Location: Birch St., Brea, CA. breadowntown.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.

October 20, 2010 Wednesday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.

October 21, 2010 Thursday

BLUE LAKE -  Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
PETALUMA- Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Field. Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo, free parking. 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call:(707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com

October 22, 2010 Friday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
PETALUMA- Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Field.Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo, free parking. 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call:(707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com
PLEASANTON - Halloween at Alviso Adobe Community Park. Learn about the ghost of California rancho Francisco Alviso or a phantom of milkmen-past from the old Meadowlark Dairy with naturalist Eric Nichols. Learn about nocturnal animals of the region and some of the eerie myths that surround the site. All ages are welcome to join in 20- minute tours that begin at 6:30 p.m. and end at 9:20 p.m. Pre-register online or by phone at (925) 931-5340. The fee is $5 for residents and $8 for non-residents. This fun and educational activity is perfect for those ages 4 and up. ci.pleasanton.ca.us
RICHMOND - Perry Mann's Exotic Erotic Ball and Expo, October 22-23. Five main stages, musical acts & contests, plus the Burlesque Stage with the exotic & erotic performances, the Fetish Stage and Dungeon, the Bling Bling electronic stage, and the Asian Diva Girls stage. You'll also have access to the Expo featuring erotic art, exotic fashion, sexy products, adult games, toys & novelties, and the Spiritual Oasis with erotic massage, sex potions, tarot readings, and more.  Craneway Pavilion, 1414 Harbour Way S., Richmond, CA exoticeroticball.com  Ball is age 21 and older. General Admission Tickets from $69; VIP Tickets $150. exoticeroticball.com

October 23, 2010 Saturday

BIG BEAR LAKE - Oktoberfest. Annual celebration with contests, games, dancing and great foods, plus an Oktoberfest gift store. Location: The Convention Center at Big Bear Lake, CA. bigbearevents.com
BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
ESCONDIDO - Families on Foot 1M & 2M RUN / WALK Family Health & Safety Expo.  Bring the whole family out to Kit Carson Park. Participants can choose to run/walk a 1 or 2 mile course, improving your health while having fun and supporting Escondido's youth along the way. This family activity encourages participation of all ages with a FREE Health and Safety Expo from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cost: $15-25. www.ci.escondido.ca.us
LOMPOC - People's Day at  Mission La Purisima. It's 1822 at the mission as costumed docents and staff portray life of the mission during that era. Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Highway 246 near Lompoc. lapurisimamission.org
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
PLEASANTON - Halloween at Alviso Adobe Community Park. Learn about the ghost of California rancho Francisco Alviso or a phantom of milkmen-past from the old Meadowlark Dairy with naturalist Eric Nichols. Learn about nocturnal animals of the region and some of the eerie myths that surround the site. All ages are welcome to join in 20- minute tours that begin at 6:30 p.m. and end at 9:20 p.m. Pre-register online or by phone at (925) 931-5340. The fee is $5 for residents and $8 for non-residents. This fun and educational activity is perfect for those ages 4 and up. ci.pleasanton.ca.us
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
PETALUMA- Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Field.Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo, free parking. 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call:(707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com
RICHMOND - Perry Mann's Exotic Erotic Ball and Expo, October 22-23. Five main stages, musical acts & contests, plus the Burlesque Stage with the exotic & erotic performances, the Fetish Stage and Dungeon, the Bling Bling electronic stage, and the Asian Diva Girls stage. You'll also have access to the Expo featuring erotic art, exotic fashion, sexy products, adult games, toys & novelties, and the Spiritual Oasis with erotic massage, sex potions, tarot readings, and more.  Craneway Pavilion, 1414 Harbour Way S., Richmond, CA exoticeroticball.com  Ball is age 21 and older. General Admission Tickets from $69; VIP Tickets $150. exoticeroticball.com
SAN DIEGO - The Boulevard BOO! Parade & Carnival. San Diego’s ONLY Halloween themed parade! A celebration of community spirit and cultural diversity! Launched in 2005, this San Diego tradition attracts thousands. Event features over 100 participating entries that include schools, San Diego’s military, businesses, community leaders, celebrities &sports figures, cultural representations, equestrian teams, floats, bands, costumed characters and much more! Following the parade is the BOO! Carnival at Clay Park, just minutes away from the parade route. It is open to the public and features carnival rides, games, entertainment, food and merchandise vendors, Mr. Boo’s Beer Garden, contests and prize give-a-ways. The Boulevard BOO! Parade & Carnival Time: Parade @ 10am Carnival: 11am – 5pm Location: Parade on El Cajon Blvd. from 59th to Rolando Carnival at Clay Park (4759 Seminole Dr.) 92115
SEAL BEACH - Red Car Museum is open. Noon to 3 p.m. Visit the past with a look at this historic rail car that used to drive between Los Angeles and Seal Beach daily. Transformed into a museum with videos, pictures and a great collection of memorabilia, it is well worth a stop and look. Open 2nd & 4th Saturdays, the museum provides the most comprehensive look into the history of Seal Beach. Donations are accepted. Location: Electric Avenue near Main St., next to Mary Wilson Library.Call: (562) 683-1874.
SONORA - All Hallow's Faire - at Mother Lode  Fairgrounds. Fairy World, Zombie Land, Viking Stage, Witches Row, and more. Time: 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Cost: $14. allhallowsfaire.com
VENTURA -  Ventura Kinetic Sculpture Race.
WHITTIER - Whittier Home Tour - Nestled east of Los Angeles, homes date back to the early 1900s and feature gorgeous historical homes ranging from the Victorian, Colonial, Spanish and Craftsman, on view at the 10th annual Whittier Historic Neighborhood Association. The tour will feature 5 homes. Advance tickets are $15 or $18 on the day of the tour. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets: whittierhistoric.org. Day of tour tickets will be available at 6306 Washington Avenue, Whittier, CA.  

October 24, 2010 Sunday

BIG BEAR LAKE -  Oktoberfest. Annual celebration with contests, games, dancing and great foods, plus an Oktoberfest gift store. Location: The Convention Center at Big Bear Lake, CA. bigbearevents.com
BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
COSTA MESA -  13th Annual Trick or Treat Festival and Halloween Hearse Parade & Car Show and Procession at Orange County Market Place. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA. ocmarketplace.com
GLENDALE - Kiwanis Incredible Duck Splash. Fundraiser for charities is fun for all ages. Location: Verdugo Park, 1621 Canada Blvd., across the street from Glendale Community College. Glendale, CA. Time: 10 a.m. event begins. ducks4kids.com
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
LOS ANGELES -  CSULA crime lab tour (info at lavatransforms.org). Esotouric guided bus mystery tour of L.A. Esotouric.com, Tel: (323) 223-2767
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
PETALUMA- Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Field.Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo, free parking. 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call:(707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com
SONORA - All Hallow's Faire at Mother Lode  Fairgrounds. Fairy World, Zombie Land, Viking Stage, Witches Row, and more. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $14. allhallowsfaire.com
SANTA BARBARA - Free Family Day Día de los Muertos - at Santa Barbara Museum of Art  from 1 – 4 pm.  For the 21st year, the Museum honors the Mexican tradition of remembering the dead with a variety of family festivities in the galleries and back plaza including music and dance performances, art-making activities, bilingual storytelling, a special display of altars created by school and community groups, and traditional refreshments. Admission to the event and to the Museum is free.Santa Barbara Museum of Art 1130 State Street Santa Barbara CA. Tel: 805.963.4364. sbma.net

October 25, 2010 Monday

ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com

October 26, 2010 Tuesday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
BREA - brea-farmers-market Brea Farmer's Market. Time: 4 to 8 p.m. Location: Birch St., Brea, CA. breadowntown.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
VENTURA - George Stuart Exhibition & Monologues - From Crown to Commonwealth: England’s Power Shift over 300 Years is the subject of the special exhibit of one-quarter life-size sculptures renowned for their expressiveness and intricately detailed costumes, on display with accompanying monologues. Accompanying George Stuart monologue during the time the absolute power of the monarchy was replaced by the power of the British parliament focuses on the Stuarts in this presentation. Time: 1:30 p.m., Cost: $15. Call (805) 653-0323 x 305. Location: The Museum of Ventura County, 100 East Main Street,  downtown Ventura, CA. venturamuseum.org.

October 27, 2010 Wednesday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.

October 28, 2010 Thursday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
PETALUMA- Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Field.Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo, free parking. 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call:(707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com
PLEASANTON - “Nightmare” A Terrifying Night Of Improv. Presented by the Creatures of Impulse, Pleasanton’s own teen improv troupe. Participants can help create the story, setting and characters for two nights and one Halloween matinee performance of fun, interactive and completely unscripted theater. Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue. Tickets are $5 to $8 and a valid student I.D. is required for reduced price student tickets. For more information, please call (925) 931-4828.

October 29, 2010 Friday

BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
PETALUMA- Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Field.Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo, free parking. 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call:(707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com  Time: 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the
PLEASANTON - Halloween Fun Night. Kids and adults attend in costume to tour the Haunted Hallway of Horror, enjoy treats and tennis games for all age groups and skill levels including ‘Beat the Pro’ and ‘Speed Serve. Call  Pleasanton Tennis Complex on Hopyard Road and Valley Avenue.   (925) 931-3446. Time: 6 to 8:30 p.m.
PLEASANTON - “Nightmare” A Terrifying Night Of Improv. Presented by the Creatures of Impulse, Pleasanton’s own teen improv troupe. Participants can help create the story, setting and characters for two nights and one Halloween matinee performance of fun, interactive and completely unscripted theater. Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue. Tickets are $5 to $8 and a valid student I.D. is required for reduced price student tickets. For more information, please call (925) 931-4828.

October 30, 2010 Saturday

BIG BEAR LAKE - Oktoberfest. Annual celebration with contests, games, dancing and great foods, plus an Oktoberfest gift store. Location: The Convention Center at Big Bear Lake, CA. bigbearevents.com
BLUE LAKE - Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
LONG BEACH - Cemetery Tour. Long Beach's annual tour of a cemetery includes research into the dead as guests visit their gravestones and learn about the people who shaped the region. Time: Tickets go on sale at 9 a.m. and tours are conducted till 2 p.m. The tour takes approx. 2 hours. hslb.org
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
PETALUMA- Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Field.Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo, free parking. 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call:(707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com
PLEASANTON - “Nightmare” A Terrifying Night Of Improv. Presented by the Creatures of Impulse, Pleasanton’s own teen improv troupe. Participants can help create the story, setting and characters for two nights and one Halloween matinee performance of fun, interactive and completely unscripted theater. Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Avenue. Tickets are $5 to $8 and a valid student I.D. is required for reduced price student tickets. For more information, please call (925) 931-4828.
SANTA BARBARA - Santa Barbara Concours D’Elegance. 24th Annual Santa Barbara Concours d’ Elegance at the prestigious Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club Santa Barbara, CA invites the public to the two day Concours event, featuring “Concourso d’ Italiano" This event honors the design and engineering of the sleek and powerful Italian automobiles, the “American Classics Auto Show” featuring the creativity and nostalgia of American muscle cars, hot rods and custom cars and the spectacular “Concourse d’ Elegance”, a classic car show judged by committees made up of some of the best known car aficionados in the world. Guests will also enjoy the fine taste of California’s Central Coast wineries in a two day wine tasting, gourmet food provided by many of Santa Barbara’s renowned restaurants, live music, and Halloween festivities for the children. Contact :Jeremy Cable, Email: info@stratusmediagroup.comNumber: 805-845-7732. Cost: $20-35, VIP available. elegantcars.com

October 31, 2010 Sunday

BLUE LAKE -Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch Christie's Ranch.
CARLSBAD -Legoland Brick or Treat.
LONG BEACH - Queen Mary Dark Harbor Halloween Haunt. Over five terrifying mazes and nightly entertainment. Cost: $35 (Fright Pass  front of the line access $55), Parking is $15.  Dates: Oct.1-3, 8-10, 15-17, 21-24 and 27-31 beginning at 7 p.m. and closing at midnight. queenmary.com
MARINA DEL REY - Haunted House at Burton Chace Park. 2nd Annual Haunted House Event! The spooky haunted house will be held in the community room and the costume contest starts at 8 p.m. Prizes will be given to the most creative, cutest and scariest costumes. Free. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.  Tel: 310 305-9595
ORANGE - Irvine Regional Park Pumpkin Patch. This exciting annual event for kids includes a festive train ride, pumpkin patch, games, contests, activities, and fun. Runs daily through Halloween.
MISSION HILLS - Corn Maze and Harvest Festival. Cost: Fee charged for Corn Maze (under $10) - Corn maze is closed on Wednesdays for watering. Weekdays 2 - 5 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: 15200 Rinaldi St., Mission Hills, CA. (818) 730-7709 Info. fornerisfarms.com
PALM DESERT - Golf Cart Parade. Annual Wacky Event. 1p.m. Parade Route is westbound on El Paseo from San Luis Rey to Ocotillo, Palm Desert, Ca.
PETALUMA- Pumpkin Patch & Haunted Corn Field.Family pumpkin patch and on-site market for winter squash and fall decor straw mountain, picnic area, 4 acre corn maze, bounce house, weekend huge inflatables, pony rides, free kids corn maze, weekend rock climbing wall, food vendors, restrooms, petting zoo, free parking. 550 Stony Point Road, Petaluma, CA 94952. Call:(707) 763-3132. petalumapumpkinpatch.com
SANTA BARBARA - Santa Barbara Concours D’Elegance. 24th Annual Santa Barbara Concours d’ Elegance at the prestigious Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club Santa Barbara, CA invites the public to the two day Concours event, featuring “Concourso d’ Italiano" This event honors the design and engineering of the sleek and powerful Italian automobiles, the “American Classics Auto Show” featuring the creativity and nostalgia of American muscle cars, hot rods and custom cars and the spectacular “Concourse d’ Elegance”, a classic car show judged by committees made up of some of the best known car aficionados in the world. Guests will also enjoy the fine taste of California’s Central Coast wineries in a two day wine tasting, gourmet food provided by many of Santa Barbara’s renowned restaurants, live music, and Halloween festivities for the children. Contact :Jeremy CableEmail: info@stratusmediagroup.comNumber: 805-845-7732 Cost: TBA. Updates & info: elegantcars.com
SAUSALITO-Halloween Festivities: Parade, Trick-or-Treat Lane and Haunted House. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free. Location: Caledonia Street and City Hall, Sausalito, California 94965. ci.sausalito.ca.us
VACAVILLE -Trick or Treat Halloween event.