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Halloween Family Fun

Get in the spirit with these family-friendly events.

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Recommendation  #1
Sausalito Parks and Recreation

Get into the Halloween spirit at Sausalito's Trick or Treat celebration. The evening festivities will include:

5:45pm/6pm - Halloween Parade (line up for the parade at 5:45pm at the Station 1 Firehouse on the corner of Johnson & Caledonia streets). 

6:15pm - The Halloween Parade finishes at Trick or Treat Lane (located at the Robin Sweeny Park Basketball Courts). Sponsors will have tables giving out treats.

6:30pm - Howl'O'WeenDog Costume Contest at Robert Sweeny Park. Prizes will be awarded to the best Little Dog (under 35 lbs.) in costume, best Big Dog (over 35 lbs.) in costume, and best Couple (human and dog). Entry is free.

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Admission is FREE.

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HOURS:
Friday, October 31st: 5pm - 8pm
Recommendation #2
Bon Air Greenbrae

Get ready to take your costumes out for a test drive and trick-or-treat at Bon Air's Halloween Bash! This family-friendly event kicks off Bon Air’s Holiday Food Drive, supporting local families in need.

Highlights Include:

  • Dance with E.N.A. – Interactive performances for all ages 11:30am & 1:30pm in front of East Water Fountain.
  • Face Painting & Balloon Twisting – Festive fun for little ghouls and goblins
  • Woodland’s Pet Contest & Parade – Dress up your furry friends for noon judging and then strut your stuff at the 1pm parade!
  • Trick-or-treat at all the Bon Air merchants!

 

Admission is FREE. Costumes are encouraged!

** Bring non-perishable food donations to help local families in need. Free trick or treat bag for each donation.

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 25h: 11am - 2pm
Recommendation #3
Town of San Anselmo

The annual Goblins' BOOtacular is set for Friday, October 24th in spooky downtown San Anselmo. This fun, town-wide trick or treating event is for kids ages 11 years old and younger.

Dress in your most boo-tiful Halloween costume and join friends & neighbors for some traditional small town fun. Merchants along San Anselmo Avenue (between Woodland and Tamalpais) will be handing out goodies. 

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Admission is FREE.

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HOURS:
Friday, October 24h: 5pm - 7pm
Recommendation #4
Downtown San Rafael B.I.D.

Downtown San Rafael's annual Trick or Treat on Fourth Street returns on Saturday, October 25th.

Fourth Street merchants will be welcoming kids and families with plenty of goodies. So dress up, bring a bag, and get ready for some treats! 

Highlights include:

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Admission is FREE.

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 25th: 1pm - 3pm
Recommendation #5
Strawberry Recreation District

Wear your costume, bring your goodie bag, and work up an appetite trick-or-treating around Strawberry Rec Center on Friday, October 24th.

Scary at the Berry will feature a Scary Barnyard, Harry Potter, Aliens, Ghostbusters, Disney Princesses, Toy Story, the Spectacular Glow-In-The-Dark Tunnel, and more. After gathering your candy, stop by the food trucks for dinner with neighbors and friends. 

Participating vendors include: Holy MoleChiki's TacosCasablanca Moroccan & Mediterranean Food; and Kona IcePond Farm Brewing Co. will be on hand pouring beer.

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Pre-Registration: $5 per child; Kids under 2 + Parents are FREE.

Day of the Event: $10

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HOURS:
Friday, October 24th: 5pm - 8:30pm
Recommendation #6

Join the Village in Corte Madera for an awesome Howl-O-Ween celebration! 🐶🎃

Bring the whole family (including your furry friends!) for an afternoon filled with:

  • Wiley's Wish Pet Adoption/Meet & Greet
  • Pet Portraits by Pawtraits by Pearl
  • Shop Treats & Goodies from Pawsarotti's
  • Pet Costume Parade at Noon – show off your pet’s best costume! Winners will receive retailer gift cards from Abercrombie & Fitch, Williams Sonoma and Alo.
  • Strolling Character – meet and snap photos with our festive favorite.
  • Trick-or-Treating & Treats – sweet surprises for kids and pets alike.
  • Kids Crafts & Activities provided by The Kids Gallery 

Don’t miss this fun-filled community event—it’s the pawfect way to celebrate Halloween with friends, family, and pets!

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HOURS:
Saturday, October 25th: 11am - 2pm
Recommendation #7
Mill Valley Recreation & Community Center

Get ready for a frightfully fun evening of costumes, treats, and creepy-cool surprises at our annual Halloween at the Center celebration!

Kick things off with Trunk or Treat in Strawberry Rec Center's transformed parking lot, where a fleet of festively decorated cars and booths await with games, goodies, and ghoulish delights! Come dressed in your Halloween best and explore each trunk for a new surprise.

Craft up some spooky creations and discover fun Halloween-themed activities for all ages. When you've worked up an appetite, grab a bite from one of the on-site food trucks serving up tasty treats.

At 6pm, head indoors for a Spooktacular Magic Show that’ll leave you howling with delight! Spaces limited – grab your tickets here!

Don’t miss this night of hauntingly good fun for the whole family!

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Friday, October 24th: 4pm - 7pm
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