Top 5 Halloween and Harvest Events in Simi Valley

If you’re in a pumpkiny, fall-themed latte, spooky eats-and-treats kind of mood, we have your go-to list of five of the best fall festivals and events in Simi Valley. From an entire mall decked out for trick-or-treating, to hay rides and a Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration, visit Simi Valley during the month of October for some harvest-season fun that’s perfect for the whole family!

1. Fall Harvest Festival at Underwood Family Farms

A Ventura County favorite, the Fall Harvest Festival at Underwood farms is a Simi Valley original! Every weekend in October, the farm transforms into a harvest wonderland with live music, animal shows, tractor-drawn wagon rides, a big pumpkin patch, and other activities. Kids will enjoy the kid's corral and pedal tractors, as well as a wooden climbing train. Plan to visit the farm anytime from 9am – 6pm.

2. Spooky Town at Simi Valley Town Center

Celebrate the season at Simi Valley Town Center as the whole mall is transformed into a Halloween paradise! “Spooky Town” will take place on Friday, October 26 from 5pm – 9pm. Treat the whole family to this free event that includes a costume contest, trick or treating, games, prizes, crafts, and live entertainment. The Rotary Club of Simi Sunrise will also host a haunted house at the Town Center from October 12-31.

3. Heritage Halloween

The Strathearn Historical Park and Museum is hosting its second annual Heritage Halloween and Movie in the Park on Saturday, October 20 from 5pm – 9:30pm. Families will enjoy fun old-fashioned games from 5-6pm and trick or treating at the historic structures around the park. A costume parade and a showing of Disney’s animated “Coco” close out this unique, free event.

4. 57th Annual Simi Valley Halloween Youth Carnival

Enjoy a howling good time at Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District’s 57th annual Halloween Carnival for kids ages 12 years and younger. Held on Halloween night, October 31^st, carnival activities include inflatable bouncers and slides, hayrides, snow cones and popcorn, carnival games, a trick or treat village, face painting, shadow dancing, balloon animals, surprise entertainment and more! Food will be available for purchase. Tickets are $4 if purchased in advance, $5 at the door.

5. Dia de los Muertos Celebration

On October 28, celebrate the 4^th annual Day of the Dead at Strathearn Historical Park. This event includes live performances, dancers, live music, food and craft vendors, and crafts for kids. The cost is $7 for adults and $5 for kids ages 5-12. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate.