September 26–November 1, 5:30–10pm, last entry at 8pm | Filoli, 86 Cañada Rd., Woodside

After dark, Filoli transforms into an immersive Halloween world spanning the historic House, Meadow, gardens, and redwood trails. Follow an original story through glowing landscapes, more than 1,000 illuminated jack-o’-lanterns, eerie encounters, the Witches’ Village, and a miniature railway with looping trains. Timed-entry tickets are required, and some entry times are already selling out, so advance reservations are strongly recommended.

For more information and tickets, visit Filoli.

New Ballet celebrates its 10th anniversary with a one-night-only evening that begins with a gala performance at the Hammer Theatre Center and continues with a Halloween dance party at the historic Corinthian Ballroom. The performance features highlights from the company’s classical and contemporary repertoire, including a world premiere by Dalia Rawson, followed by a red-carpet celebration with a live DJ, dancing, festive bites, a costume contest, and a silent auction.

For more information and tickets, visit New Ballet.

Celebrate Halloween with Symphony San Jose as conductor Peter Jaffe leads a program inspired by music’s greatest heroes and villains. The lineup ranges from Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries and Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice to themes from Batman, Spider-Man, Ghostbusters, The Phantom of the Opera, and The Empire Strikes Back. A costume contest adds to the festive atmosphere.

For more information and tickets, visit Symphony San Jose.

Celebrate fall in the “World Pumpkin Capital” at this beloved coastal tradition. The festival fills historic Main Street with giant championship pumpkins, expert pumpkin carving, the Great Pumpkin Parade, live music, juried arts and crafts, seasonal food and drinks, and family-friendly contests and activities. The festivities kick off earlier in the week with the Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off on October 12. Admission to the festival is free.

For more information, visit Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival.

Celebrate fall in the “World Pumpkin Capital” at this beloved coastal tradition. The festival fills historic Main Street with giant championship pumpkins, expert pumpkin carving, the Great Pumpkin Parade, live music, juried arts and crafts, seasonal food and drinks, and family-friendly contests and activities. The festivities kick off earlier in the week with the Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off on October 12. Admission to the festival is free.

For more information, visit Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival.

Join the City of Cupertino as the holiday season kicks off with a magical tree lighting ceremony. Expect festive music, cheerful community vibes, and that moment when the lights come on and the evening truly begins. Bring your family, bundle up, and ring in the holidays together.

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