Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
2025-10-18 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-19 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Downtown Half Moon Bay, 500 Main St, Half Moon Bay, CA, 94019
Celebrate the fall harvest at California’s most iconic pumpkin festival! Downtown Half Moon Bay transforms into a vibrant autumn wonderland, featuring world-class pumpkin carvings, live music on multiple stages, local artisan booths, and an abundance of pumpkin-themed food and drinks. Families can enjoy a kids’ zone, a parade of massive gourds, and the famous pumpkin weigh-off winners on display. It’s the perfect mix of small-town charm and festive fall spirit along the scenic coast.
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Campbell Chamber Oktoberfest
2025-10-18 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-19 10:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Campbell, Campbell, CA, 95008
Downtown Campbell transforms into a lively Bavarian village for Campbell Oktoberfest, bringing together music, food, and community spirit. The festival features artisan booths, German fare, beer and wine, live music across multiple stages, plus fun contests like stein-holding and costumes. Families can also enjoy a dedicated KidsZone.
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Witches' Delight Halloween Carnival
2025-10-18 13:00 - 18:00 | Santa Rita Elementary School, 700 Los Altos Ave, Los Altos, CA, 94022
Witches’ Delight is a long-standing Los Altos tradition, bringing the community together for an afternoon of Halloween fun. The celebration includes lively carnival games, bounce houses, a dunk tank, the ever-popular cake jam, a festive costume contest, and tasty treats from the snack shack. This spirited event has been a favorite for more than 60 years, offering fun for all ages while supporting Santa Rita Elementary.
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Some Like It Hot
2025-10-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-10-22 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-10-23 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-10-24 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-10-25 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-10-26 19:30 - 22:00 | San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose, CA, CA, 95113
Catch the high-energy Broadway sensation Some Like It Hot, a fast-paced musical packed with wit, charm, and show-stopping choreography. Performances run from October 21 to 26, with evening shows at 7:30 PM, Saturday matinee at 2:00 PM, and Sunday performances at 1:00 PM and 6:30 PM.
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San Jose Diwali Carnival
2025-10-25 15:00 - 21:00 | Plaza de Cesar Chavez, 1 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, CA, 95113
Celebrate Diwali under the stars at Plaza de César Chávez in Downtown San Jose. Enjoy live music featuring Vidya Vox, cultural performances, food vendors, shopping, kids’ activities, and the traditional lighting of lamps. This vibrant, family-friendly evening is free to attend, but registration is recommended.
Learn more and register at Eventbrite.

Celebrate Jacques Pépin’s 90th
2025-10-25 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-26 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-28 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-29 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-10-30 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-01 17:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-02 17:00 - 22:00 | Napa Valley & Sonoma County
Wine Country honors legendary chef Jacques Pépin with a ten-day celebration across Napa and Sonoma. The series features elegant dinners, wine pairings, art exhibits, and culinary experiences at venues such as the Culinary Institute of America at Copia, Uptown Theatre Napa, and Cyrus Restaurant in Sonoma—where guests can enjoy a Michelin-starred dining experience inspired by Pépin’s French roots. From intimate tastings to grand galas, this is a once-in-a-lifetime tribute to one of the world’s most beloved chefs.
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Dracula
2025-10-25 20:00, 2025-10-26 14:30, 2025-10-30 19:30, 2025-10-31 20:00, 2025-11-01 20:00, 2025-11-02 14:30, 2025-11-06 19:30, 2025-11-07 20:00 | Sunnyvale Community Players, 550 E Remington Dr, Sunnyvale, CA, 94087, Canada
Experience Dracula like never before at the Sunnyvale Community Theatre. This new stage adaptation of Bram Stoker’s classic novel blends suspense, seduction, and dark humor in a thrilling retelling of the world’s most famous vampire tale.
Opening Night Galas will be held on October 25th and 26th, 2025. Enjoy a post-show champagne/sparkling cider toast in the outdoor courtyard, FREE with the purchase of a ticket for that evening’s performance.

Tickets are $49.08–$57.08. Learn more and purchase tickets at sunnyvaleplayers.org.

Anand Bhate – Live Diwali Concert
2025-10-26 09:30 - 23:30 | Smithwick Theatre, 12345 El Monte Rd, Los Altos, CA, 94022
Celebrate Diwali with Anand Bhate Live in Concert, an enchanting performance featuring the acclaimed Hindustani classical vocalist known for his mastery of the Kirana Gharana tradition. The event offers a rich musical journey filled with soulful ragas and festive spirit, making it a memorable way to honor the season.
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Halloween: Scary Music from the Movies!
2025-10-26 15:00 | Cañada College Main Theater, 4200 Farm Hill Blvd, Redwood City, CA, 94061
Get into the Halloween spirit with a symphonic twist at the Redwood Symphony’s Scary Music! concert. Enjoy thrilling tunes by Danny Elfman and John Williams, plus Stephen Schwartz’s Suite from Wicked and Paul Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice. Designed for both kids and adults, the afternoon begins with a guided tour of the orchestra and ends with a fun group conducting lesson — perfect for budding musicians and curious listeners alike.
Tickets are $35 adults and $15 children. Learn more and purchase tickets at redwoodsymphony.org.

David Sedaris Live
2025-11-08 08:00 - 22:00 | San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose, CA, CA, 95113
Immerse yourself in sharp, hilarious, and entirely original storytelling with David Sedaris. Expect his signature wit, candid insights, and new material—plus a pre- and post-show book signing.
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