Halloween Happenings 2020

By Central California Parent

In light of recent community developments, many events have been postponed or canceled. As events get rescheduled, we’ll be adding them here—so keep an eye out! In the meantime, please call the phone numbers provided to verify that the event you plan to attend is still scheduled to take place.

BEAR CREEK PUMPKIN PATCH IN MERCED

Make your way to Vista Ranch to enjoy a unique, beautiful country setting. With a variety of pumpkins, squash, gourds, and stalks, there’s something for everyone! Plus, don’t forget about the wood-fired pizzas for purchase! Open October 1st on Thursdays and Fridays from 6–9 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. 7326 East Highway 140, Merced. 209-722-8200

BILLY BOB’S PUMPKIN GROVE IN SANGER

Head to Billy Bob’s for a lengthened and expanded Haunted Forest! Glow necklaces will be available for little ones to signal the forest beasts to provide a less frightening journey! Take a break at midway and enjoy delicious treats and well-distanced tables and chairs. Visit pumpkingrove.com for dates, times, and prices. Face masks are required. Hand sanitizer and temperature scanning stations will be at the entrance. 14265 E. Goodfellow Avenue, Sanger. 356-3958

HALLOWEEN AT THE LIBRARY IN KERMAN

Pick up supplies to create a spooky, Halloween Silhouette! Teens can share their creations on the Library’s Instagram @fresnolibraryteens or tag their photos #fresnolibteen! Hours may change, please call beforehand to confirm pick-up times. Kerman Branch Library, 15081 W. Kearney Boulevard, Kerman. 846-8804

HILLCREST PUMPKIN PATCH IN REEDLEY

Tots too young for terror and those souls faint of heart can visit Hillcrest Farms all weekends October 3rd through November 1st from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. You can enjoy a train ride, hay ride, bring a picnic, play in the hillside play area, and of course, there are plenty of pumpkins! Guests ages 8 years and older are requested to wear a mask. $5/car on first, second, and last weekends. $10/car on premier weekends, October 17th, 18th, 24th, and 25th. Reed & Adams, Reedley. 638-2762

HUNTER FARMS PUMPKIN PATCH IN ATWATER

Families will enjoy the barnyard bounce, corn maze, hayride, time traveling tractor, picture opportunities, and more! Open through October 31st. Monday-Friday 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m.–7 p.m. For specific hours for pumpkin stand and attractions, please visit hunterfarmspumpkinpatch.com. 2985 N. Southern Pacific Avenue, Atwater. 209-394-4444

SIMONIAN FARMS PUMPKIN PATCH IN CLOVIS

Take the family to this fun patch and grab the perfect pumpkin! Open October 2nd–31st, Saturday–Thursday 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Simonian Farms, 2629 S. Clovis Avenue at Jensen Avenue, Clovis. 237-2294

VOSSLER FARMS IN VISALIA

Get lost in the giant corn maze, find the perfect pumpkin in the home-grown patch, hop on the trailer for a hayride, and more! Patch open Monday-Tuesday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Wednesday-Thursday 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday 12-9 p.m. Maze is closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Visit website for prices. Open through October 31st. 26773 S. Mooney Boulevard, Visalia. 909-5929

WILD PATCH PUMPKINS IN CLOVIS

If you’re looking for unique pumpkins, head to Wild Patch Pumpkin! With pumpkins in all shapes, colors, and sizes, your family will have a great time picking out a perfect pumpkin. Open October 1st–31st, 4–9 p.m. on Weekdays, and 10 a.m.–9 p.m. on Weekends. Follow them on Instagram @wildpatchpumpkins for more updates! 225 W. Bullard Avenue, Clovis.