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I’m trying out a new format of listing events by day to make it easier for you to choose what to do on any given day. I’d love your feedback - does this format make it easier to plan your week?
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Friday, October 24
San Carlos Goblin Walk
4:00 – 5:30 PM | Downtown Laurel St.
It’s the spookiest time of the year, when the tiniest ghouls and ghosts haunt Downtown San Carlos in search of CANDY! Costumes are welcome.
Ages 0–7 | Free | Event Details
Fall Into the Groove with Andy Z
4:00 – 4:35 PM | Jessica Lynn Saal Town Square, Oshman Family JCC (Palo Alto)
Free family concert with award-winning children’s performer Andy Z - music, movement, storytelling, and puppets.
Best for families with young children | Free| Event Details
Saturday, October 25
Family Nature Day at Huddart Park
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Woodside
Enjoy a family-friendly morning under the redwoods with guided hikes, live animal meet-and-greets, and simple crafts. Kids can explore easy trails, learn about local wildlife, and experience nature up close. Bring water, snacks, and comfortable shoes for a relaxed morning in the woods.
All ages | Free (Registration needed) | Register here
Spooky STEM Halloween Pop-Up! 🎃👻
10:15 – 11:45 AM | Burlingame Public Library
Kids will explore spooky science experiments, creative engineering challenges, and other Halloween-themed activities that make learning exciting. Hosted by WonderWorks Lab
Ages 5+ | $40 | Ticket Details
Seaside Story Time with Marine Scientists
11:00 AM | Redwood Shores Library
Learn all about the ocean and marine life with Marine Science Institute. This month we learn about bay fish. Limited to 30 children.
Ages 5–12 | Free | Details
Foster City Halloween Festival
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Leo J. Ryan Park, Foster City
Get ready for a spooktacular time at this year’s Halloween Festival in Foster City. Enjoy a fun-filled day with games, entertainment, and trick-or-treating
Ages 2–12 | $5–$10 | Details
Redwood City Halloween Spooktacular
12:00 – 3:00 PM | Red Morton Community Center
Step right up for some Cool Carnival Games, Muah-ah-ah Monster Maze, Creepy Crafts, Spooky Photo Back Drops, Mini Pumpkin Patch, Prizes & FUN!
Ages 2–10 | $10 per child (parents are free) | Register
Boos & Brews on B Street
3:00 – 5:00 PM | Downtown San Mateo
Kids’ crafts + a beer garden for parents - win-win! Costumes are welcome and highly encouraged. Head over after lunch or have dinner right after.
All ages | Free | Event Details
Redwood City Night Market (Day 1)
2:00 – 9:00 PM | Courthouse Square, Redwood City
Enjoy diverse street food from local vendors, live entertainment, and a festive atmosphere! Think lantern-lit streets, vibrant stalls, and the excitement of a weekend market, without leaving the city!
All ages | Free entry | Event Details
Sunday, October 26
Burlingame Fall Fest
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Downtown Burlingame
Fall Fest is coming to Downtown Burlingame! This annual highlight returns with a festive day full of live music & entertainment, games & family fun, and a Halloween costume contest for all ages!
All ages | Free | Event Details
Menlo Park Pumpkin Splash
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Menlo Park Pools
Wear your swimsuit and join us for our floating pumpkin patch at the Belle Haven and Burgess Pools. The ticket includes a pumpkin, decorations for the pumpkin, a goody bag, and additional time for swimming.
All ages | $12 | Details & Registeration
Redwood City Night Market (Day 2)
12:00 – 8:00 PM | Courthouse Square
Day 2 of sights, sounds, and flavors of a classic Asian night market. The perfect place to eat, shop, dance, and celebrate local culture!
All ages | Free entry | Event Details
Jack Skellington Meet & Greet
1:00 – 3:00 PM | Hillsdale Shopping Center, San Mateo
Snap a photo with Jack from The Nightmare Before Christmas!
All ages | Free| Event Details
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Bay Area Science Festival
Saturday, Oct 25 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | UCSF Mission Bay Campus, Koret Quad
Bring the whole family to experience 100+ jaw-dropping demonstrations, hands-on experiments, astounding games, behind-the-scenes lab tours, film screenings, and science talks.
All ages | Free | Event Details
Belmont Boo Bash
Wednesday, Oct 29 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM | Twin Pines Park, Belmont
This free, family-friendly event includes our Trunk or Treat, where families can stroll among decorated vehicles to collect candy. In addition, families can explore haunted buildings, dance to live music, and enjoy bites from local food trucks. Costumes are highly encouraged!
All ages | Free | Event Details
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