Halloween Fun for the Whole Family
Published on October 23, 2023
Celebrate spooky season in style with festive activities for all ages. Find upcoming events below.
Jack O’Lantern Jamboree
October 26, 2023 | 6 - 7 p.m.
We're throwing a Halloween dance party and YOU'RE invited! Children and their families are invited to come decked out in costume and dance the night away with us. We will also have fun crafts and light refreshments. Bring the whole family and join us for this special event! Registration is not required. This event will take place in the Embarcadero Room of Rinconada Library.
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Jack-O-Jaunt
October 27, 2023 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Come jaunt through our jack-o-lantern display on Friday, October 27 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Lytton Plaza. Be sure to cast your vote to tell us which jack-o-lantern is the scariest, cutest, and most creative. The winner of each category (picked by you!) will receive a $75 gift card to a Palo Alto business of their choosing.
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Halloween at the Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo
October 27, 2023 | 5 - 7 p.m.
Join the Friends of the Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo for the popular Halloween at the Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo! Admission includes animal interactions, airbrush tattoos, live music, Halloween treats, and pizza. This event is free for children 1 and under.
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Family Storytime: Celebrate Halloween
October 28, 2023 | 11 - 11:30 a.m.
Join Librarian Alicia on Saturdays at 11:00 AM for Family Storytime at Mitchell Park Library. Come sing, rhyme, and read stories with us! While this storytime will be geared towards those older than 2 years, all ages are welcome!
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Halloween Haunt for Teens
October 28, 2023 | 7 - 9 p.m.
Join the Teen Library Advisory Board for a scary movie after hours at our Rinconada Library! Celebrate with festive treats, spooky crafts, and a Halloween photo booth. For teens ages 13-19.
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Gamble Garden’s 2023 Halloween Event
October 28, 2023 | 10 - 11 a.m.
Don your capes, round glasses, magical hats and fly yourselves to Gamble Garden this Halloween. We will be celebrating with a display of confectionery, Butterbeer, balloon art, fun crafts and much more. The Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo will showcase live owls for our learning astonishment! Write a letter and see if these owls will carry your messages to the recipient? Come to this Halloween event at Gamble Garden and find out!
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Find these events and more on the City Calendar.